Tag: public safety policy
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Priest Targeted by Coordinated Smear Campaign Over Drug War Advocacy
Background: A Priest at the Intersection of Faith and Policy In Manila and across the Philippines, a Catholic priest who has publicly advocated for victims of the drug war became the focus of a coordinated smear campaign. The effort, researchers say, relied on dozens of social media accounts posting identical messages, suspicious commenting patterns, and…
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Jewish Community Frustration Grows Over Police Handling of Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Ban
Introduction: A Contested Ban and Its Aftermath The decision by West Midlands Police to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending a football match has sparked strong reactions within the local Jewish community and among members of Parliament. As MPs press for more transparency, Jewish leaders say the force has not adequately explained the rationale…
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London building crashes: cars hit structures monthly
Introduction: a troubling pattern on London streets New figures reveal a disturbing trend: vehicles collide with London buildings at an average rate of five times per month. The news jolts residents like Bill Van Beers, who lives on Adelaide Street in central London, and it jolts policymakers who must confront the underlying causes of these…
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Elderly Man Pepper-Sprayed in Sydney Aged Care Moment Sparks Debate Over Police Tactics
Unfolding Incident in a Sydney Aged Care Facility An alarming scene unfolded at a south-west Sydney aged care home when an 87-year-old resident was pepper-sprayed by police officers. The incident began after officers were called to respond to a report that the elderly man had been seen brandishing a “metal ornament.” Authorities say the officers,…
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Sindh High Court Orders Relocation of Fireworks Warehouses from Karachi’s Residential Areas
Background: A Tragic Blast Prompting Legal Action In August, a devastating explosion at Al-Amna Plaza on Karachi’s MA Jinnah Road claimed at least six lives and left about 30 people injured. The incident ignited a broader investigation into the safety of fireworks stores and manufacturing sites located within crowded urban neighborhoods. A petition filed in…