Daily Archives: July 17, 2011

Mumbai blasts: Forensic labs tested to the limit

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Times of India
MUMBAI: The 13/7 blasts could not have come at a worse time for the state’s six forensic science laboratories (FSLs). Not only are they grappling with thousands of pending tests, but also with a staff shortage of more than 35%.

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Anti-Corruption Firm Sets up Camp in South Sudan

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Wall Street Journal
The world’s newest nation will be welcoming its newest U.S. corporate resident next week as an anti-corruption and security firm opens its doors.

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Virginia reevaluates DNA evidence in 375 cases

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Washington Post
…All of the cases involved a mixture of DNA, perhaps from a victim, a perpetrator and other people…

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