Jeremy Phillips

1 month ago | prisonjournalismproject.org | Jeremy Phillips

East Hall of Arkansas Department of Corrections’ Cummins Unit has always been rowdy. But since the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020, it has felt like a war zone. From what I can see, assaults, robberies, thefts and extortion have increased significantly. Arguably, the culprit is an easily smuggled substance that doesn’t show up in urine analysis: deuce. Deuce goes by many names — K2 or Spice are common ones  — and is a synthetic marijuana product.

Oct 11, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Jeremy Phillips

Have you ever wondered about the differences between spiny lobsters and Maine lobsters? Well, you’ve come to the right place. While these lobster species are crustaceans with slight similarities, it’ll interest you to know that they are delicious, meaty seafood exploited on a wide scale because of their soft meat. They can both be used in a number of ways to make a perfect dish. But what are the key differences between the spiny lobster and the Maine lobster? Where can you easily find them?

Jul 18, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Jeremy Phillips

Contrary to popular belief, water moccasins and cottonmouth snakes are not different types of snakes. It’s often thought that water moccasins are harmless, non-venomous creatures, and cottonmouths are more dangerous and venomous. In reality, both terms refer to the same species, Agkistrodon piscivorus—the only venomous semi-aquatic snakes in North America. Read on to find out more about cottonmouth snakes, also known as water moccasins, including how to identify them and where they are located.