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Quiet GOP tactic stalls top Obama appointments
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
Quiet GOP tactic stalls top Obama appointments - Washington TimesSen. Jim DeMint has locked a "hold" on President Obamas pick to head the Transportation Security Administration over concerns the nominee would undermine safety by allowing airport security screeners to unionize, the latest in a series of appointments ...17 hours ago -
Holiday Travel and Airport Security: Fruitcake Anyone?
PR on the run —
Authority: 124
Well, I’m back in NE Ohio after spending an enjoyable Thanksgiving weekend in Dataw, S.C. And no complaints: two peaceful and nearly pain-free runs around the three-mile gated community of an island, temps in the mid-60s with ample sunshine, and no incidents coming or going via U.S. Air.Saying that, we were ...1 day ago -
Quiet GOP tactic stalls top Obama appointments
American Conservative Daily —
Authority: 502
Sen. Jim DeMint has locked a "hold" on President Obamas pick to head the Transportation Security Administration over concerns the nominee would undermine safety by allowing airport security screeners to unionize, the latest in a series of appointments stymied by Republican objections that are increasingly frustrating ...1 day ago -
DHS: Make "EZ Pass" Permanent
In General Counsel —
Authority: 126
The Homeland Security Department wants to make permanent a biometric-based international trusted traveler program : The U.S. Homeland Security Department today proposed to make permanent its ongoing Global Entry pilot program, which expedites and automates the customs process for prescreened travelers entering the ...3 days ago -
More full-body scanners? The better to see you naked
Consumer Traveler —
Authority: 144
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced last week that they have ordered another 150 whole-body scanners with stimulus money to add to their scanner arsenal that strips passengers naked. If I sound a bit negative about the idea, you are hearing me correctly. There is no need to have passengers march ...3 days ago -
International drug racket busted, three nabbed with 15 kg heroin (Lead)
Thaindian News —
Authority: 729
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) Delhi Police said Friday they have busted an international drug racket with the arrest of three people, including two Afghan nationals, and seized 15 kg heroin worth Rs.15 crore (Rs.150 million) in the international market.The Afghan nationals - Mohammed Masoom, 45, and Mohammed, 30 - had ...3 days ago -
Anniversaries and Remembrances: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
With the news of former TSA Administrator David Stone’s untimely death, two events compressed in my mind: TSA relocating to the Department of Homeland Security with President Bush signing the Homeland Security Act of 2002; and the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India. It is my hope that we remember the “right” ...5 days ago -
Upgrades and Downgrades: Pre-Thanksgiving Edition
Upgrade: Travel Better —
Authority: 417
Upgraded: Knowing what to do when you’re traveling for the holidays Before you head to the airport, consider this post on five ways to get an edge on other travelers during the holiday season . The TSA has also published an updated list of do’s and don’t’s for bringing items through security, which ...6 days ago -
DNA Sensors Getting Ready to Sniff Out Terrorist Attacks
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
DNA Sensors Getting Ready to Sniff Out Terrorist Attacks - Homeland Security OutlookResearchers at the MITRE Corporation are developing genetically engineered bio-sensors, and while theyre still a few years from the marketplace, these sensors promise to be even more accurate than todays detection devices - and theyll ...6 days ago -
Gobble, Gobble: TSA Helpful Holiday Travel Tips
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
Gobble, Gobble: TSA Helpful Holiday Travel Tips - The TSA BlogIt’s that time of year again where turkeys head for the hills and people head for the airports. It’s the busiest travel time of the year and a time when people who rarely fly, or have never flown, take to the skies, so we wanted to provide some ...6 days ago -
Official seeks more realistic plan for fighter jet program
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
Official seeks more realistic plan for fighter jet program - GovernmentExecutive.comPentagon acquisition chief Ashton Carter said Monday he is working intensively with industry and defense officials to set more realistic cost and schedule goals for the high-stakes F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.6 days ago -
A Response to Fried’s Observation on Cargo Security & the Business Community
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
By Ann BeauchesneVice President, National Security & Emergency Preparedness DepartmentI wanted to take the opportunity to respond to Brandon Frieds blog post on Cargo Security and the Business Community. While I respect his opinion, he could not be more incorrect. Mr. Fried is gathering his opinion from one speech ...6 days ago -
How to get through airport security (with your toiletries intact)
The League of Ordinary Gentlemen —
Authority: 680
A useful primer from The Economist. Random Posts... Words Fail A Plea for Engagement This…1 week ago -
Very Busy, A Concert, and a Welcome Home
AblesAntics —
Authority: 120
Wow, this week has been nuts to say the least. I mentioned in my previous post just how crazy it was going to be. Im so looking forward to resting this week, seeing family and friends and eating tons of good food. Friday , after Nicole and I got out of school we came home to find Chris already home from work ( a ...1 week ago -
Links to cure my jetlag
Mr. Topp and the Big Bad Blog —
Authority: 131
Forget things? Perhaps you need a specially formulated nasal spray. Isn’t it fantastic to be living in The Future? If you like to see Christmas shows over the holiday season during the year, and live in Minnesota, might I suggest A Klingon Christmas Carol ? Feel uncreative? Here are some eye ...1 week ago -
Taking pictures OF a camera...
chuckography —
Authority: 115
Now, this gets tricky. Wanted to take a picture OF my camera with a new accessory. But, I only have one camera. Weve all heard the phrase "smoke & mirrors" so I reached for a mirror. See the camera in the mirror in the viewfinder. Place the "Bottle Cap Tripod" in the shot to show plenty of close up ...1 week ago -
Feds are tired of making you wait in security line
Gadling —
Authority: 700
Filed under: North America , United States , Airports The government doesnt want to make you miserable! Seriously. The Department of Homeland Security wants faster airport screening just as much as you do . Thats why it supports a program for screening approved, low-risk travelers coming to the United States to ...1 week ago -
I love Pakistan, because it’s home
The Lootmaar Blog —
Authority: 115
Last time I was in Karachi, sitting in the departure lounge on my way back to Dubai, just a few seats away from the spot I’m in right now, I said something that I’m deeply ashamed of. “I hate Pakistan” was my outburst to my dad. It felt satisfying at the time, but as the plane ascended, the burden of those ...1 week ago -
Airport Security: The song!
Upgrade: Travel Better —
Authority: 417
Some light fare for a Friday afternoon… When I was a college student in New Jersey, a local band called the Bouncing Souls played the clubs (and even a few house parties). I’m glad to see that nearly 20 years later, they’re not only still making music, but finding inspiration for their songs in the TSA . So ...1 week ago -
Foreign Repair Stations: The Security Trojan Horse
Security Debrief - a blog of homeland security news and analysis —
Authority: 525
Recently, the House Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on the issue of aircraft foreign repair station security. And while the Committees oversight on this issue is commendable, the hearing lacked one important item: an updated risk assessment. This omission, along with the testimony of three union ...1 week ago
