Hair Analysis: The Root of the Evidence Problem

Texas takes on first-in-the-nation statewide case review

"...of state criminal convictions that included testimony on microscopic hair analysis – a field of forensics deemed unreliable in..."

Jan. 13, 2014 News Post by Jordan Smith

Deus Ex Analysis

Tutto Theatre's 'Zeus in Therapy' gives new voice to the late, great UT classics prof, Douglass Stott Parker

"...surrounded by a tangled, swirling thunderstorm of beard and hair. On closer inspection, the swirls are actually the things..."

Aug. 16, 2013 Arts Feature by Katherine Catmull

Psycho Analysis

An interview with Psycho scribe Joe Stefano

"...to do the same movie, not to touch a hair on its head. But, you know, it is a..."

Oct. 15, 1999 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

You Don't Mess With the Zohan

As far as we know, this Adam Sandler movie is the first Hollywood-made Jewish/Palestinian/immigrant comedy that also doubles as a surprisingly trenchant analysis of the Middle East's perpetual bloodbath.

"...Zohan really wants to do is cut and style hair for Paul Mitchell. After faking his demise in an..."

June 6, 2008 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

King Corn

The film’s light hand, appealing style, and simple exposition make it an eminently watchable inquiry into the politics of food, public health, and the reasons why corn has become an ingredient in virtually everything we eat.

"...Ellis and Ian Cheney, who discover after an elemental analysis of hair samples that the predominant carbon in their..."

Nov. 9, 2007 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

Inside Monkey Zetterland

"...and got pregnant. His brother (Donovan) is a self-absorbed hairdresser who poofs up Monkey's hair. Monkey's also in analysis..."

Nov. 19, 1993 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Maid

In this acclaimed drama from Chile, the maid in question is a compelling enigma.

"...titular maid, can’t be thoroughly explained away by class analysis. Raquel’s behavior is more inscrutable, more pathological, and more..."

Jan. 22, 2010 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Gridiron Gang

The Rock's moral football tale is a pleasant surprise: a swift, sure-footed, and gritty melodrama that plays to the strengths of its formula and elicits empathy for its kids.

"...of a wrestler and a rapper with Joanou (Final Analysis) at the helm necessarily inspire confidence. Yet the film..."

Sept. 15, 2006 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

March Primary Election Coverage Live Blog

Texas primary first out the starting gate

"...pick up Thursday's issue for more in-depth primary election analysis...."

March 1, 2022 News Post by the News Staff

Naked City

"...were surprised at their last meeting with an unsolicited analysis of ACC's service area population in the Southwest. The..."

Nov. 17, 1995 News Feature

Meticore Reviews 2021 - Scam Consumer Complaints or Real Weight Loss Supplement?

MyMeticore.com reviews. Do Meticore diet pills really work?

"...buy Meticore for the best price. Reading this detailed analysis will put you in a better position to make..."

Jan. 4, 2021 Events Post

Reasonable Doubt

Did misleading DNA analysis land an innocent man on death row?

"...to any of the house's phones draped over a chair. In the weeks that followed, APD would find a..."

April 29, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

A New Jail for Travis County?

County moves forward with new women's building despite vote to delay and community outcry

"...sunlight. The women congregate at tables, talking and braiding hair. Unlike Building 3, the officers are stationed within the..."

Sept. 7, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

Crowdsourcing Medical Data Through Gaming

UT’s Simulation and Game Applications Lab helps researchers reach further

"...says Paul Toprac, who along with his colleague Matt O'Hair, run the Simulation and Game Applications (SAGA) Lab at..."

Jan. 13, 2017 Screens Feature by felix morgan

Not Clean Enough

New EPA standards could cause CenTex to miss the mark

"...75ppb), to take effect in 2017. According to CAPCOG's analysis, Central Texas is poised to meet a 70ppb standard..."

March 27, 2015 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...zoning meetings simply by showing up. But her red hair and colorful attire were no match for her bootstrap..."

March 4, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Who Killed Stacey Stites?

A re-examination of a Bastrop murder case leaves many unanswered questions.

"...the defense prior to or during Reed's trial. The analysis excluded Reed, but two other potential suspects -- former..."

May 24, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Murder in the Suburbs

Good Luck Penny

"...arm around Scaggs' shoulder and helped him into a chair which had been supplied by another neighbor. He noticed..."

Dec. 11, 1998 News Feature by Kayte VanScoy

Postmarks

Nofziger Responds

"...riding a bike and feeling the wind in my hair for about 45 years now. I always considered it..."

April 25, 1997 Column

Norwood Trial: Breaking Down the DNA

Accused killer’s ex-wife takes the stand

"...and Thursday proceedings. She spoke to the process of hair study during the Eighties and what sort of conclusions..."

Sept. 16, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...Diane Henson). – J.S. State's Case Hung by a Hair..."

Nov. 19, 2010 News Feature

Point Austin: Uncivil Service

City Manager still overreacting to civil service proposal

"...week, as I reviewed City Manager Marc Ott's revised analysis of the potential cost of civil service protections for..."

Aug. 31, 2012 News Column

Norwood Trial: Morton Murder at Stake Monday

Judge to determine whether or not to allow testimony of second killing

"...Friday’s deliberations provided the jury with deeper analysis into DNA. Lee Hernandez, a former crime scene specialist..."

Sept. 19, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

DVDanger: Alexandra Essoe Gazes Through Starry Eyes

Horror star talks body image, body horror, and audition angst

"...when you're developing a character and doing the script analysis is to find the similarities you share with them...."

Feb. 7, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Judge Orders Posthumous DNA Testing

Did the state execute an innocent man?

"...shot Hilzendager three times. Among evidence was a single hair found on a counter in the store. Looking at..."

June 25, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

To Your Health

How do we know if we're getting the right amount of copper?

"...of copper deficiency include loss of color in the hair and skin (due to decreased synthesis of melanin), anemia,..."

May 16, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Postmarks

DeWitty Center Helpful

"...Oh! Thou font of hair rampant,..."

Aug. 8, 1997 Column

GOP Bill Would Nullify Austin Anti-Discrimination Ordinances

Cities could be sued over progressive employment laws

"...Act, which prevents employer discrimination against workers wearing "protective hairstyles" necessitated by, or resulting from, hair styles and textures..."

March 24, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Republican Bill Would Nullify Austin Anti-Discrimination Ordinances

Cities could be sued over progressive employment laws

"...Act, which prevents employer discrimination against workers wearing “protective hairstyles” necessitated by, or resulting from, hair styles and textures..."

March 17, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 1-7

"...winning that lottery are very small. But while their analysis is true in general, it may not be completely..."

Jan. 1, 2021 Column by Rob Brezsny

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