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As US cities heighten security, Iran’s history of reprisal points to murder-for-hire plots

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Homeland Security is warning of a “heightened threat environment” following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and the deputy FBI director says the bureau’s “assets are fully engaged” to prevent retaliatory violence, while local law enforcement agencies in major cities like New York say they’re on high alert. No…

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DHS issues new ‘terrorism advisory’ in US after strikes in Iran – NBC Chicago

DHS issues new ‘terrorism advisory’ in US after strikes in Iran – NBC Chicago

The Department of Homeland Security on Sunday issued a new National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin warning of a “heightened threat environment” following the U.S. strikes on nuclear facilities in Iran. “Low-level cyber attacks against US networks by pro-Iranian hacktivists are likely, and cyber actors affiliated with the Iranian government may conduct attacks against US networks,”…

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Snarky fashion influencer who regularly mocks Trump, Vance’s outfits admits he’s in US illegally, DHS responds

Snarky fashion influencer who regularly mocks Trump, Vance’s outfits admits he’s in US illegally, DHS responds

A snarky fashion influencer who regularly mocks President Trump’s outfits has posted a now-viral confessional about being in the US illegally — with the Department of Homeland Security signaling it is aware and zeroing in on the critic. Derek Guy disclosed his “lack of legal immigration” in an X post seen nearly 5 million times…

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Hong Kong leader welcomes students hit by ‘discriminatory’ US ban on foreigners

Hong Kong leader welcomes students hit by ‘discriminatory’ US ban on foreigners

Students who faced “discriminatory and unfair treatment” under the United States’ attempted ban on Harvard University’s international student enrolment are welcome to Hong Kong, the city leader has said, adding he would consider further raising the quota for non-local applicants if the need arose. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Tuesday said Hong Kong would…

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US government extends critical cybersecurity funding after deadline warning

US government extends critical cybersecurity funding after deadline warning

The US government has extended funding for the crucial Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has confirmed the funding extension and has ensured its continued operation without interruption. This announcement follows a recent warning issued by MITRE Vice President Yosry Barsoum, who stated that government funding for the…

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A million mark: The number behind Trump's deportation push

A million mark: The number behind Trump’s deportation push

A million mark: The number behind Trump’s deportation push As US President Donald Trump resumes his presidency, his administration is reportedly targeting an unprecedented immigration crackdown, with a goal of deporting up to 1 million immigrants within the first year, according to multiple federal officials familiar with internal planning.According to a report from The Washington…

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