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Military Tactics on the Streets of America
In Ferguson, Missouri, the use of military equipment against peaceful protesters backfired on local police, producing an escalation of violence. Where did those resources come from? We’ll follow the trail.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenThe escalation of violence in Ferguson, Missouri began when local police threatened peaceful protesters with military equipment and tactics. Where did those resources come from? We’ll follow the trail. Also, the Chinese cyber-espionage unit called “Dynamite Panda” has a new target: American medical records. And, the 11th temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came to an end today when 3 rockets were fired from Gaza toward the Southern Israeli city of Beersheba.
Banner Image: Police respond to civil unrest in Ferguson, Missouri on August 17, 2014 after the shooting of Michael Brown; Credit: Loavesofbread
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3 storiesHamas Fires Rockets and 11th Ceasefire Ends
After five days of relative quiet, the 11 th temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came to an end today when three rockets were fired from Gaza toward the Southern Israeli city of Beersheba. Israel returned fire on what it calls “terror sites across the Gaza strip.”
Read the story8 minEscalation of Violence in Ferguson Missouri
For more than 10 days, heavily armed officers in body armor and SWAT vehicles have clashed with protesters in Ferguson, Missouri. The use of military equipment against peaceful protesters backfired on local police, producing an escalation of violence.
Read the story36 minWhat Do Chinese Hackers Want with US Medical Records?
The Chinese cyber-espionage unit called “Dynamite Panda” has a new target: American medical records. We’ll hear about the value and vulnerability of personal information left at the doctor’s office.
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