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Department of Justice rules suicide of police officer who defended the Capitol during Jan 6 a line-of-duty death

Protesters storm the Capitol on January 6, 2021, in Washington D.C. John Minchillo/AP Capitol police officer Howard Liebengood, 51, died by suicide days after the Jan. 6 riots. The DOJ on Monday ruled his suicide is a line-of-duty death, the Washington Post reported. The designation, the first under a new law, allows death benefits to…

Microgravity tomatoes, yogurt bacteria, and plastic eating microbes are headed to the ISS

Crops grown in completely artificial environments are key for future space travel. NASA The International Space Station is generally a pretty busy place, and this week sounds like no exception. Arriving this week aboard SpaceX’s 26th commercial resupply mission (CRM) is a host of supplies for upcoming experiments, including microbes capable of devouring plastic, developing…

Australian woman speaks out after a man — who she alleges broke into her home, raped her, and sent an apology text for doing ‘the most heinous thing possible’ — was found not guilty

Holly Harris told Insider why she’s deciding to finally speak publicly. Submitted by Holly Harris Lyndon Montgomery was found not guilty of breaking into Holly Harris’ home and raping her. Harris spoke with Insider about why she’s deciding to speak publicly about the case.  “I just refuse to accept that this is the reality for…

Black Friday Monos luggage deals 2022: Save up to 40% on one of the best luggage brands

When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Monos/Insider Monos’ Early Black Friday sale has begun, and it will run through Cyber Monday, November 28. Travelers can save up to a rare 40% on carry-ons, full-sized luggage, and travel accessories with the code EARLYBF2022.  Although arguably best known for…