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After Taliban takeover, concerns mount over US counterterrorism ability

After Taliban takeover, concerns mount over US counterterrorism ability

"We're not in a good place," said a U.S. defence official, who requested anonymity to discuss the issue.
Wed Aug 25 2021
Saudi Arabia defends decision to execute 14 Saudi Shiites

Saudi Arabia defends decision to execute 14 Saudi Shiites

The men were arrested for their involvement in demonstrations in 2011 and 2012 during the Arab Spring revolts and were later sentenced to death in a secretive counterterrorism court.
Mon Aug 07 2017
Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack

Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack

Ramadan Abedi, who was detained by a Tripoli counterterrorism force during the interview, said his son Salman had told his family that he was heading on pilgrimage to Mecca.
Thu May 25 2017
Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress

Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress

"Ryan died as he lived: a warrior, and a hero, battling against terrorism and securing our nation," Trump said, making reference to the Jan 29 raid on an al-Qaida stronghold in central Yemen.
Wed Mar 01 2017
Daish planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe - Europol

Daish planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe - Europol

Daish is preparing more terrorist attacks, including more 'Mumbai-style' attacks, to be executed in member states of the EU, and in France in particular, according to Europol.
Mon Jan 25 2016
Why do Islamic State hostages give such calm propaganda speeches right before they're killed?

Why do Islamic State hostages give such calm propaganda speeches right before they're killed?

A former CIA counterterrorism analyst studies the propaganda videos featuring Islamic State's hostages and tries to understand how they can be so calm while nearing the end of their lives.
Wed Sep 24 2014
US condemns deadly Kenya mall attack

US condemns deadly Kenya mall attack

The White House condemned as "despicable" the attack that left at least 39 people dead at a Nairobi shopping mall Saturday, vowing to assist Kenya's counterterrorism efforts.
Sun Sep 22 2013
US sparring directly with Al-Qaeda fans online

US sparring directly with Al-Qaeda fans online

The United States is deliberately sparring with Al-Qaeda supporters and militants online aiming to shoot down extremist messages and win over hearts and minds.
Wed Mar 27 2013
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism

Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism

The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024