The Halloween Poisoner
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Statistics vs. Sensationalism: The Reality of Missing Children
This chapter examines the gap between the true statistics on missing children in the U.S. and the often exaggerated media portrayals. It highlights that most cases arise from custody disputes and runaways, urging a more rational perspective on the actual risks to children compared to other dangers like accidents and abuse.
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