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fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Counter-terror police investigate another arson attack

Commander Helen Flanagan stated, 'At this stage last night's arson is not being linked to other incidents in the north-west London area over the last week or last month's arson in Golders Green but counter terrorism officers are leading due to the similarities of each attack.'
London politics
#school-shooting
SF parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Kirk Moore Crowned Prom King After Tackling School Shooter

Principal Kirk Moore prevented a school shooting by tackling the shooter and was later crowned prom king by grateful students.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
US news

Watch: Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee

US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Video shows moment Oklahoma high school principal tackled gunman before being shot

A principal tackled an armed former student at a high school, preventing a potential mass shooting.
SF parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Kirk Moore Crowned Prom King After Tackling School Shooter

Principal Kirk Moore prevented a school shooting by tackling the shooter and was later crowned prom king by grateful students.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
US news

Watch: Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee

US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Video shows moment Oklahoma high school principal tackled gunman before being shot

A principal tackled an armed former student at a high school, preventing a potential mass shooting.
Boston
fromBoston.com
19 hours ago

Police identify woman who claimed she had been kidnapped, say she is not in danger

A woman claimed she was kidnapped but has been identified and is not in danger.
Medicine
fromAol
18 hours ago

'Paramedics thought I was having a panic attack, but I was actually paralysed by a stroke'

A 26-year-old woman suffered a rare spinal stroke, initially misdiagnosed as a panic attack, leading to severe mobility loss and life changes.
#kyiv
#emotional-intelligence
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

The quiet power of emotional intelligence at work - Silicon Canals

Higher emotional intelligence significantly impacts workplace outcomes, with individuals earning $29,000 more annually and accounting for 58% of performance.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who stay calm under pressure aren't suppressing their emotions - they've built a relationship with discomfort that most people spend their whole lives avoiding - Silicon Canals

Calm individuals process emotions differently, using reappraisal instead of suppression to manage stress and discomfort.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

The quiet power of emotional intelligence at work - Silicon Canals

Higher emotional intelligence significantly impacts workplace outcomes, with individuals earning $29,000 more annually and accounting for 58% of performance.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who stay calm under pressure aren't suppressing their emotions - they've built a relationship with discomfort that most people spend their whole lives avoiding - Silicon Canals

Calm individuals process emotions differently, using reappraisal instead of suppression to manage stress and discomfort.
California
fromsfist.com
13 hours ago

Saturday Links: Man Suspected of Killing Laney College Coach Ruled Incompetent to Stand Trial

Cedric Irving was ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial for the murder of Laney College football coach John Beam.
Mental health
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

How to navigate uncertainty in an increasingly uncertain world

Artificial intelligence advancements are creating job insecurity and uncertainty for millions, compounded by geopolitical tensions and personal health challenges.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
16 hours ago

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
London
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Kensington Gardens shut as police probe possible terror-linked items - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Police closed Kensington Gardens for a counter-terrorism investigation after discovering discarded items and a video claiming a drone attack on the Israeli Embassy.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

10 Problem-Solving Training Techniques Every Organization Should Use

Problem-solving training equips employees with skills to analyze situations, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions quickly.
Mindfulness
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Stop Managing Stress - Start Resolving It. Here's How.

Bilateral stimulation helps manage stress by activating the brain's left and right hemispheres in an alternating rhythm, effectively processing emotional overload.
#crisis-management
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
#nypd
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYPD cops on modified duty for wild caught-on-video Brooklyn liquor store clash with suspect

NYPD officers were placed on modified duty after a violent arrest caught on camera in a Brooklyn liquor store.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
2 days ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYPD cops on modified duty for wild caught-on-video Brooklyn liquor store clash with suspect

NYPD officers were placed on modified duty after a violent arrest caught on camera in a Brooklyn liquor store.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
2 days ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The workers most likely to burn out aren't always the ones doing the most - they're the ones who can't tell the difference between urgent and important - Silicon Canals

Workers overwhelmed by urgency rather than importance are more likely to experience burnout.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

When Leaders Go to War, Their Psychology Goes With Them

Narcissistic leaders often emerge due to fragile egos, leading to decisions that prioritize self-preservation over the well-being of others.
Social justice
fromGothamist
5 days 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.
UX design
fromFast Company
5 days ago

5 signs your team isn't aligned even if they're all nodding

Illusion of alignment in teams leads to miscommunication and inefficiency, causing frustration and wasted energy.
#mental-health
Healthcare
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NewYork-Presbyterian agrees to bolster care for patients in mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will implement reforms to improve mental health care following a settlement over inadequate patient supervision.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Man accused of attack on Sam Altman's SF home was in crisis, parents say

A 20-year-old man faces federal charges after attacking OpenAI's headquarters, with his family citing a mental health crisis.
Healthcare
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NewYork-Presbyterian agrees to bolster care for patients in mental health crisis

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will implement reforms to improve mental health care following a settlement over inadequate patient supervision.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Man accused of attack on Sam Altman's SF home was in crisis, parents say

A 20-year-old man faces federal charges after attacking OpenAI's headquarters, with his family citing a mental health crisis.
#law-enforcement
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Counter-terror unit probing threat to bomb a garda station if officers 'get heavy handed' with protesters

A bomb threat was sent to Garda Headquarters, warning that a device would be detonated near a garda station if authorities acted heavily against fuel protesters.
Germany news
SOMA, SF
fromTNW | Insights
5 days ago

Two arrested after gunfire near Sam Altman's home, days after Molotov attack

Two people were arrested for gunfire near Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov cocktail attack two days prior, raising security concerns.
Boston
fromBoston.com
19 hours ago

Bates College locks down after reported gunman, later revealed to be a false alarm

A reported gunman in Lewiston, Maine, led to lockdowns at local schools and Bates College, but the threat was later deemed unfounded.
NYC food
fromGothamist
6 days ago

One dead and several injured after mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

A mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union County, N.J. resulted in one death and six injuries, with no arrests made yet.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
21 hours ago

Psychology suggests people who dislike surprises, even good ones, are running a system that values safety over delight - not because they don't want to feel joy but because joy that arrives without warning feels almost identical to danger in a body that was trained to treat the two as the same thing - Silicon Canals

Unexpected surprises can trigger a fight-or-flight response due to a nervous system trained to perceive unpredictability as a threat.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

People who are excellent in emergencies and fall apart during ordinary weeks aren't wired wrong. Their nervous system was calibrated for crisis, and calm registers as the absence of signal rather than the presence of safety. They function brilliantly when the house is burning because fire is the only temperature that feels familiar. - Silicon Canals

The autonomic nervous system has a social engagement system that affects how individuals respond to stress and calm.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

4 arrested in brazen daytime shooting near downtown Haverhill

A shooting occurred in downtown Haverhill at around 11:30 a.m., damaging property but causing no injuries. Haverhill police discovered numerous shell casings at the scene.
East Bay (California)
#executive-protection
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days 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.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days 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.
#school-safety
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Oklahoma principal shot disarming ex-student with semi-automatic guns

A principal disarmed an armed former student, preventing a potential tragedy at a high school in Oklahoma.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Oklahoma principal shot disarming ex-student with semi-automatic guns

A principal disarmed an armed former student, preventing a potential tragedy at a high school in Oklahoma.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Subway crime: NYPD transit chief explains how department is shifting resources after Grand Central Station machete attack | amNewYork

A violent attack in Grand Central Station by Anthony Griffin resulted in multiple injuries and his eventual death by police intervention.
#turkey
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Resilience and Reconstruction in Practice

A long-term approach is essential for supporting displaced individuals, emphasizing identity continuity and meaningful work for resilience.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 day ago

Two men wounded in Ocean Hill double shooting, suspect at large Brooklyn Paper

Two men were shot outside 1275 Herkimer St. in Ocean Hill, with a 55-year-old victim suffering a back injury and a 33-year-old shot in the leg and groin.
East Bay (California)
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Hackers are abusing unpatched Windows security flaws to hack into organizations | TechCrunch

Hackers exploited Windows vulnerabilities published by a researcher, affecting Windows Defender and allowing high-level access.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

4-year-old survives 7-story fall from Worcester apartment building

The boy fell from the seventh floor and landed in an area of mulch. Despite the fall, the child was alert, breathing, and conscious, though he was crying.
Boston
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

San Jose State deaths raise mental health concerns - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose State University is addressing recent suicides while balancing the need for transparency and the risk of contagion.
#ice
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
US news
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Man shot by ICE agents in Patterson charged with assault with deadly weapon

Carlos Mendoza Hernandez faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting an ICE agent with his car during a traffic stop.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
US news
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Man shot by ICE agents in Patterson charged with assault with deadly weapon

Carlos Mendoza Hernandez faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting an ICE agent with his car during a traffic stop.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Pitfalls in Communicating With One Another

Recognizing and addressing communication pitfalls is essential for effective interactions, as misunderstandings can lead to emotional distress and unresolved issues.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Where the Resistance Lives

Internal resistance to emotions can block creativity and flow, but confronting difficult thoughts can restore movement and reduce tension.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYPD shot and killed man who slashed 3 with machete at Grand Central, officials said

A man attacked three people with a machete at Grand Central subway station before being shot by police.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Emotional Aftershock of a Close Call in the Mountains

Experiencing a close call in the mountains can lead to intense psychological reactions that require time and space to process.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros say

This attack is just shedding light on the fact that you're even more vulnerable outside of the office, said Don Aviv, CEO of Interfor International, a security consultancy.
Information security
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Boy, 14, stabbed in leg outside Brooklyn middle school

The victim was wounded in his leg outside JHS 383 Philippa Schuyler on Greene Ave. near Wilson Ave. in Bushwick around 3:49 p.m.
Brooklyn
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Always in crisis mode? You might be catastrophizing here's how to stop

Catastrophizing is a cognitive distortion where individuals jump to the worst possible conclusions, often leading to chronic distress and mental health issues.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
New York City
fromNewsday
1 week ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
SF parents
fromabc7.com
3 days ago

Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives

A security guard acknowledged that an early evacuation order during the 2025 flood could have saved lives at Camp Mystic.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

When Is the Right Time to Start Trauma Therapy?

Clinicians often delay trauma-focused treatment due to overestimating the need for stabilization, while avoidance drives PTSD symptoms and treatment delays.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

Exclusive: Jeremy Renner is betting on the tech that could have saved his life faster: 'There's 150 people that are responsible for me not dying' | Fortune

Jeremy Renner partners with RapidSOS to improve public safety after surviving a near-fatal snowcat accident.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Neuroscience reveals that the calmest person in any crisis isn't naturally fearless - their brain learned to delay panic because their childhood required them to be functional before they were allowed to be afraid - Silicon Canals

Calmness under pressure is a learned response, not merely a personality trait or temperament.
#policing
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Peel police officer who shot man with knife 5 times in Mississauga last year cleared by SIU | CBC News

"There is no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case," wrote SIU director Joseph Martino in his decision. "The file is closed."
SF parents
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

When Trauma Awareness Stops at the Hospital Door

Chronic health conditions significantly impact psychological well-being, yet healthcare providers often neglect this aspect for both patients and themselves.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Authorities allege man threatened officers with knife before fatal shooting in Westminster

During that interaction, the suspect held a large knife and moved towards the officers. Officers discharged their department-issued firearms, striking the individual.
UK news
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.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
#crisis-intervention
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope in Hostage-Taking and Kidnapping Incidents

Narratives shape how people process trauma and build resilience, while uncertainty from wrongful detention creates profound psychological strain that unfolds silently within families.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Private investigators are being used by perpetrators to locate and surveil victims, undermining safety and requiring statutory regulation, mandatory abuse training, and accountability.
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
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