U.S. cyber watchdog issues emergency directive to federal agencies about remote work software
The U.S. cyber watchdog agency issued an emergency directive requiring federal agencies to protect against a dangerous vulnerability in a software program.
The vulnerability in the software program, Ivanti Connect Secure, has allowed hackers to gain significant access to businesses and government agencies. [ more ]
NSW government wants suicide prevention legislation owned by the people'
The New South Wales government plans to introduce suicide prevention legislation owned by those with lived experience of mental ill health.
Experts are calling for concrete directions, funding, and timeframes to be included in the legislation.
The legislation will be based on similar laws in South Australia, which created an advisory council and individual prevention plans for government departments. [ more ]
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Consumer Watchdog's Funding
The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, preserving the agency's ability to regulate financial practices. [ more ]
Huge San Jose ranch habitat and preservation effort makes big progress
An intricate plan is underway to preserve the 3,654-acre Richmond Ranch in southeast San Jose as a nature habitat and public trails.
The Conservation Fund has purchased the ranch from Z&L Properties for $16 million and intends to sell it to the Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency and Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department. [ more ]