The Independent

Early release scheme a ‘slap in face’ to forgotten prisoners languishing on indefinite jail terms

The government’s decision to release thousands of prisoners after serving just 40 per cent of their sentence has been branded a “slap in the face” to thousands languishing on indefinite jail terms. Those trapped under abolished imprisonment for public protection (IPP) sentences say they have been “forgotten” as they watch hundreds of prisoners celebrate being…

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Protecting Your Web Apps in the Age of Cloud Computing

Protecting Your Web Apps in the Age of Cloud Computing

As hacking threats evolve in complexity, securing your web applications feels like an uphill battle. Between keeping software updated, monitoring for misconfigurations, and analyzing traffic patterns, it’s a lot to juggle. This complexity only increases exponentially when you move web apps to the cloud. With more attack surfaces and data now outside your firewall, you…

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What we know about Ryan Routh, the man charged after an apparent Trump assassination attempt at golf course

What we know about Ryan Routh, the man charged after an apparent Trump assassination attempt at golf course

The man taken into custody following an alleged assassination attempt on Donald Trump had been a vocal supporter of the former president before growing radically disillusioned with the three-time GOP nominee.Here’s what’s known Monday about the suspect and foiled attack. Follow live updates on the alleged Trump assassination attempt. When and where did it happen?…

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OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition that involves obsessions, compulsions, or both. Treatment typically includes psychotherapy and medication. In the United States, around 2 to 3 percent of people have this condition, according to the American Psychiatric Association. People living with OCD typically experience obsessions, or repetitive unwanted thoughts that prompt an…

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Pope’s Asia visit draws attention to Holy See’s delicate China diplomacy

Pope’s Asia visit draws attention to Holy See’s delicate China diplomacy

By AC Wimmer CNA Newsroom, Sep 16, 2024 / 12:40 pm As the controversial Vatican-China agreement on bishop appointments nears its renewal deadline in October, Pope Francis’ recent 12-day apostolic journey through Southeast Asia and Oceania has thrust the Holy See’s complex relationship with Beijing into the spotlight. Regional news outlets, including Singapore’s state-affiliated Channel…

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