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Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
11 hours ago

Beyond the Bodyguard: Why Executive Protection Requires a New Playbook

The executive protection model must evolve from a reactive approach to a comprehensive security infrastructure due to increased accessibility of personal information.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Social justice
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

BREAKING: Police shoot stabbing suspect at Grand Central Station | amNewYork

The stabbing occurred just before 10 a.m. on April 11 on the 4/5/6 line, within the confines of NYPD Transit District 4.
New York City
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Garda Commissioner declares national fuel protests an 'exceptional event'; Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations due to fuel shortages

Three national fuel depots at Whitegate refinery, Shannon Foynes port and the Port of Galway remain restricted due to the blockades, and movement at the three sites is extremely limited.
Europe news
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

M50 severely congested by convoy and army moves to clear blockades as food and clean water supply at risk, gardai warn

Protests over rising fuel prices escalate, prompting government intervention and military involvement to clear blockades at fuel depots.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

More than 20 people injured after driver crashes into crowd at Louisiana parade

More than 20 people were injured on Saturday after an alleged drunk driver plowed into pedestrians at a Louisiana parade celebrating the Lao New Year.
Los Angeles
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

In 2023, a report from the Police Executive Research Forum called for police to put the brakes on car chases unless a violent crime has been committed and the suspect poses an imminent threat. The report noted a spike in fatalities and an increase in pursuits by some departments, including in Houston and New York City.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Machete-wielding man shot by police in New York City Grand Central station

A man wielding a machete was shot by police in New York City's Grand Central station, after allegedly wounding three elderly individuals. Police responded to a call about a man with a knife at 9:40am United States Eastern time.
New York City
#terrorism
fromFox News
1 week ago
NYC politics

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

fromAol
1 week ago
NYC politics

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

NYC politics
fromFox News
1 week ago

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

Two suspects were indicted for an ISIS-inspired bombing attempt at a protest outside NYC Mayor Mamdani's residence, with no injuries reported.
NYC politics
fromAol
1 week ago

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

Two terror suspects were indicted for an ISIS-inspired bombing attempt at a protest in New York City, with no injuries reported.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Bronx motocycle driver dies after smashing into MTA bus: cops

The motorcycle driver, identified as 32-year-old Andy Peralta, made a left turn onto West Mosholu Parkway South after traveling northbound on Jerome Avenue, driving against traffic before colliding with the bus.
New York City
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Multiple pedestrians struck by car in Derby city centre as man arrested

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

No Kings protests live updates: millions of people across the US expected to rally against Trump administration

The protests, dubbed No Kings, took place at about 2,100 sites nationwide, from big cities to small towns, with a coalition of more than 100 groups.
Washington DC
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Floats Deploying National Guard to Help Great ICE Patriots' Fix Airport Mess'

Trump threatened to deploy the National Guard to airports, blaming Democrats for security issues and praising ICE for their efforts during the shutdown.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Healey announces kickoff of public safety initiative for 2026 World Cup

The friendly match in Foxborough will test Massachusetts' safety plan for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
US news
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Mamdani On Notice Edition - Streetsblog New York City

82% of police officers at Staten Island's 120th Precinct received multiple reckless driving tickets, raising concerns about their parking privileges.
Alternative transportation
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Harbinger's next product will be hybrid emergency vehicles | TechCrunch

Harbinger's flexible electric vehicle platform is expanding into emergency vehicles, partnering with Frazer to build ambulances and mobile healthcare units.
Barcelona
fromEuro Weekly News
3 weeks ago

Access to and from Barcelona disrupted as protests block major roads into the city

Teacher protests in Cataluña have caused major road closures, disrupting access to Barcelona and affecting commuters and travelers.
Upper West Side
fromFOX 5 New York
4 weeks ago

Smoke plumes erupt near St. Patrick's Day Parade route in Midtown | LIVE

A fire in an HVAC system on a Midtown Manhattan high-rise roof near the St. Patrick's Day Parade route produced heavy smoke Tuesday, with the cause under investigation.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The White House's security checkpoint is getting a modern makeover-if Trump's design team allows it

A modern, subterranean security screening facility is proposed for the White House to improve visitor experience and security efficiency.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

ICE deployments created chaos for cities and cost them millions, NPR analysis finds

ICE deployments strain local police resources and budgets, causing increased overtime costs and disruptions in cities across America.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Council passes protest buffer zone bills, sending them to Mayor Mamdani's desk | amNewYork

New York City Council approved bills requiring NYPD to develop plans for protests near schools and houses of worship to enhance public safety.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Councillor calls for action on illegal car meets

Westminster Council faces criticism for delayed action on illegal car meets, with a councillor demanding high-friction road surfacing and court injunctions to enhance public safety.
#nyc-half-marathon
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Why SF's emergency sirens will stay silent even amid Iran drone threat

San Francisco's emergency sirens have remained silent since 2019 due to unrepaired hardware and security issues, leaving the city reliant on alternative alert methods despite potential security threats.
DC food
fromFox News
1 month ago

Fireworks executive rips page from Boston bombing playbook to trace NYC terror suspect

Phantom Fireworks proactively searches its customer database when terror suspects are identified, creating a digital trail that connects purchases of fireworks materials to alleged perpetrators in terror investigations.
#white-house-security
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Man taken into custody after driving van into security gate outside White House, authorities say

A man drove his van into a security barrier outside the White House and was arrested by the Secret Service.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Man taken into custody after driving van into security gate outside White House, authorities say

A man drove his van into a security barrier outside the White House and was arrested by the Secret Service.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
World news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Met Police steps up patrols as demonstrations planned for Saturday in response to US-Iran war

Metropolitan Police increased patrols in central London to manage Middle East tensions and protect sensitive sites ahead of planned weekend protests.
Upper West Side
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

'Suspicious device' found in vehicle blocks from Gracie Mansion: NYPD

NYPD discovered a suspicious device in a vehicle on the Upper East Side connected to explosive devices thrown during Gracie Mansion protests, prompting evacuations and bomb squad investigation.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Debate grows over NYPD's Strategic Response Group after attempted terrorism attack near Gracie Mansion

A failed bomb attack near Gracie Mansion intensifies debate over the NYPD's Strategic Response Group, with Mayor Mamdani maintaining his position to disband the unit despite the terrorism threat.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Editorial | NYC makes its own luck with a strong NYPD counterterrorism unit | amNewYork

Two bombs at Gracie Mansion failed to detonate, narrowly preventing mass casualties; robust NYPD counterterrorism funding and staffing remain essential amid escalating Iran tensions.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

After the Freedom Convoy, What Is the Emergencies Act Actually For? | The Walrus

The Emergencies Act, enacted in 1988 for severe national crises, was first invoked in February 2022 during the Freedom Convoy protest, triggering ongoing controversy and judicial review.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

The Speeding Situation in New York City Is Even Worse Than It Seems - Streetsblog New York City

NYC's traffic cameras capture only a fraction of dangerous speeding, with the worst offenders accumulating tens of thousands in tickets while continuing to drive unpunished.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

World Cup Safety and Security Is About More than Just Crime

The 2026 World Cup requires seamless interagency coordination and next-generation technologies like drones and AI to manage unprecedented security risks across 11 cities.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Heads Down! Hands Up!' Passengers Capture Scary Moment Feds Storm Plane to Deal With Possible Security Matter'

Southwest Flight 2094 made an emergency landing in Atlanta after a possible security matter, with federal officers and police boarding to detain a passenger amid reports of a bomb threat.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: NYPD Placard Chaos Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officers illegally use parking placards to avoid enforcement, and dangerous street design in Brooklyn has caused hundreds of crashes and injuries since 2022.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Boston police release Super Bowl safety plan, limiting traffic, parking, pedestrian access

Boston will enforce traffic, parking, and pedestrian restrictions around campuses and nightlife districts during Super Bowl LX, with increased patrols and cold-weather safety warnings.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Super Bowl gears up for massive security operation

Federal, state and local agencies, including multiple DHS components, will provide extensive security support for the Super Bowl and surrounding events in the Bay Area.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Readers reply: should speed cameras be hidden?

Visible camera warnings and apps let drivers slow briefly then resume speeding, undermining speed limits and local road safety.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

National Guard Troops To Remain In Washington D.C. Through End Of 2026

National Guard troops will remain deployed in Washington, D.C. through December 31, 2026, conducting armed patrols and beautification projects.
NYC politics
fromNBC News
1 month ago

Device ignited at Gracie Mansion protest was an improvised explosive, NYPD says

An improvised explosive device was discovered outside Gracie Mansion during dueling protests in New York City, with two men arrested in connection with the incident.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MSP trooper dragged by vehicle during East Boston stop

A Massachusetts trooper was dragged by a car during a traffic stop in East Boston and sustained nonlife-threatening injuries; suspect arrested in New Hampshire.
NYC politics
fromAol
1 month ago

2 arrested after devices containing bolts and screws were thrown during protest outside NYC mayor's mansion

Two suspicious devices were ignited outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's mansion during opposing protests, resulting in six arrests and an ongoing investigation by NYPD and FBI.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

US 'war room' jet departs Washington DC as unrest grips the nation

The US Air Force's Boeing C-40B Clipper is currently flying west after departing Washington DC Tuesday morning on an undisclosed mission. The aircraft, often described as an airborne 'war room' or 'flying office,' is used to transport high-priority personnel, including Cabinet members, combatant commanders and senior military leaders. It also provides secure, global communications capabilities for VIP transport and special missions.
US politics
#air-force-one
#federal-intervention
fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Trump limits DHS intervention during protests in Democratic cities, but ICE and Border Patrol will be 'very forceful' protecting federal property | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Trump limits DHS intervention during protests in Democratic cities, but ICE and Border Patrol will be 'very forceful' protecting federal property | Fortune

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

DC Will Close Streets Near "Melania" Screening Thursday as It Struggles to Clear "Snowcrete" From Roads - Washingtonian

The District of Columbia will close numerous streets near the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Thursday evening, including the north- and southbound lanes of Rock Creek Parkway from Virginia Avenue, Northwest, to Shoreham Drive, Northwest. The National Symphony Orchestra will present a Brahms and Scriabin program this evening, an event that would not typically prompt road closures. But the center will also also host a premiere of Melania, a documentary about Melania Trump, on Thursday evening.
Washington DC
NYC politics
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

Gracie Mansion protests: Bomb squad investigating 2 'ignited devices' thrown into crowd

Six people were arrested during dueling protests at Gracie Mansion on March 7, including two arrested for throwing ignited devices into crowds.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Urges ICE to Be Very Forceful' Defending Buildings Against Anarchists' But Will Only Send Help If Local Politicians Say PLEASE'

President Donald Trump ordered ICE and Border Patrol to use force to protect federal buildings and to aid local officials only if they request help.
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Security Risks Around Super Bowl LX: What Security Leaders Should Be Watching

Super Bowl security faces elevated, interlocking cyber, physical, and influence-driven risks requiring heightened vigilance and integrated threat mitigation.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

NYC is under a travel ban until noon: here is what that actually means

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a state of emergency across the five boroughs and issued a travel ban that will remain in effect until at least noon today. "We are asking New Yorkers to avoid all non-essential travel, please for your safety, stay home, stay inside and stay off the roads," Mamdani said during an official press conference last night.
New York City
#ice
fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Only 4 democracies have created paramilitary police squads since 1960-if you include ICE | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Only 4 democracies have created paramilitary police squads since 1960-if you include ICE | Fortune

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Administration Wants to Hold Grand Prix on National Mall, Minnesotans Stage General Strike, and Squirrel Causes Power Outage in Arlington - Washingtonian

Good morning. Partly sunny with a high around 43 today. The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory beginning at 8 PM tonight. Temperatures will plunge to a low near 11 that wind will make feel even colder. As you may have heard, a major snowstorm is forecast for this weekend, with heavy snow beginning Saturday night. Enjoy the snow while it's beautiful, take care when shoveling, and I'll see you on the other side Monday.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

WATCH: Stunning Drone Footage Reveals Extent of 100+ Vehicle Pileup in Michigan That Injured At Least 10

I'd say that a lot of times people think that they are safe drivers, and so they think that the weather conditions don't affect them, Sparks said. But I would just say that you can't control what other drivers are doing, first of all, and when you have limited visibility coupled with limited stopping distance because of snowy or icy roads, there's nothing you can do sometimes to prevent a crash.
US news
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump orders federal agents to stay away from protests in Democrat cities

President Trump ordered DHS not to intervene in protests in Democrat-run cities unless those cities request federal assistance, while ICE and Border Patrol will protect federal buildings.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JUST IN: Capitol Police Arrest Person Appearing to Have a Gun Near Capitol Entrance

Capitol Police arrested a person appearing to carry a gun near the West Front of the U.S. Capitol and advised people to avoid the area.
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