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Israel mulls using private security contractors to deliver aid to Gaza
Discussion about letting private firms bid for contracts comes before Knesset vote on banning UN relief agency from operating in Israel. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel is weighing ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
PM says Russia risks global food security in Ukraine
Despite the war, Ukraine is still a significant supplier of agricultural goods including grain.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
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Trump and Harris pledged to save Social Security. Here's what they'll do.
Vice President Harris and former President Trump have both vowed to protect Social Security, but experts say both of their campaign platforms fall short of specific solutions for a program that ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
Social Security and Medicare affect almost everyone — and they’re barely being discussed
When it comes to entitlements, both presidential candidates have been vague and misleadingBusiness - MarketWatch - 6 days ago -
How both presidential candidates could secure a North Carolina win
The Harris campaign has expressed some concerns over their chances of winning in North Carolina as early voting has started. NBC News' Tom Llamas outlines the possible paths for both candidates to ...Politics - NBC News - 6 days ago -
Biden administration urges US agencies to ‘harness’ AI systems for national security
The Biden administration is encouraging government agencies to seize on the most advanced artificial intelligence systems to maintain an edge over its rivals and boost national security. The new ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
US issues new rules on use of AI by security establishment
Directive part of Washington’s attempts to encourage new technologyBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Militants in northwest Pakistan attack a security post killing 10 forces
Authorities say a group of militants have attacked a security post in northwest Pakistan and killed 10 officers in an intense shootoutWorld - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Attacks on L.G.B.T.Q. People in Ivory Coast Shake Sense of Security
Ivory Coast, long considered one of West Africa’s most tolerant societies, has recently seen a string of assaults on L.G.B.T.Q. people after several social media influencers exhorted their ...World - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Watch live: Trump gives remarks on immigration, border security in Texas
Former President Trump will give remarks to the press Friday afternoon from Austin, Texas, focusing on immigration and border security, according to his campaign. Trump has leaned in to the issue ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
When ‘national security’ becomes a political excuse, we all lose
For decades, the U.S. government observed an “open investment” policy: neutrality concerning foreign investments into, and acquisitions of, U.S. companies. But the handling of the Nippon-U.S. Steel ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
A suicide attack kills 4 security personnel in northwest Pakistan
Pakistani police say a suicide attack at a checkpoint has killed four security personnel and injured five in the country’s northwestWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Advisers Propose That Trump Give Security Clearances Without F.B.I. Vetting
A memo circulating in Donald Trump’s orbit says that if elected he should use private firms to check appointees’ backgrounds and give them immediate access to classified secrets after taking office.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Swing state election officials ensure security for ballots, workers
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes (D) and Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Al Schmidt (R) joined CBS’s “Face the Nation” on Sunday and ensured voters, ballots and election ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Police tighten security as thousands gather for Trump rally at Madison Square Garden
Former President Donald Trump is set to speak at a rally in New York City. NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard reports from Madison Square Garden where police have tightened security around the arena.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Nato says North Korean troops in Russia threaten European security
Pyongyang’s involvement marks ‘dangerous expansion’ of Moscow’s war in Ukraine, says Mark RutteBusiness - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
How Venture Capital Helped This Founder Secure a ‘Life-Changing Exit’
Moonshots Capital portfolio company eTailPet scaled up and attracted a buyer in just three years.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Dozens of MPs sponsored parliamentary security passes for working lobbyists
FT found that three people did not have their roles disclosed in register of interestsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
What's being done to beef up security at polling sites coast-to-coast
Election workers across the United States are facing an increasing number of threats from violent domestic extremists as they prepare to count the votes for the upcoming election. Voters who go to ...Politics - NBC News - Yesterday -
Sweden and Norway rethink cashless society plans over Russia security fears
Rise in hybrid warfare and cyber-attacks blamed on pro-Russia groups prompt Nordic neighbours to backpedal . Sweden and Norway are backpedalling on plans for cashless societies over fears that ...World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago -
EU should spend 20% of budget on security and climate disasters, report says
Finland’s former president reports on cost of Europe’s preparedness for multiple crisesBusiness - Financial Times - 4 hours ago
