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Dont be scared: FEMA issues Halloween emergency plan warning, urges parents to supervise kids

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Halloween Safety Alert: FEMA advises families on preventing accidents

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released safety guidance urging Americans to remain vigilant and prepared during Halloween weekend and throughout the autumn season, under the headline, “This Halloween, Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared.” Halloween Safety Alert: FEMA advises families on preventing accidents Published on the FEMA website on Wednesday, the guidance cautions that … Read more

Top US Labor Department official issues stern warning after Microsoft layoffs: 'Don't screw with American workers'

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D’Esposito warns Microsoft against using visa programs as a ‘back door’ into US. (Bloomberg)

US Department of Labor Inspector General Anthony D’Esposito has issued a stern warning over the use of employment visa programs, saying employers must not undermine American workers. His remarks came after Microsoft announced voluntary buyout offers for about 60,000 employees and amid a federal suspension of the company’s employment-based green card processing. D’Esposito warns Microsoft … Read more

US issues fresh security alert for citizens in Saudi Arabia, warns of airport attacks

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US warns citizens in Saudi Arabia of missile threats, flight cancellations. (AFP)

The United States has ordered non-emergency government employees and their family members to leave Saudi Arabia amid security risks linked to Houthi attacks on the kingdom, while warning American citizens of possible missile strikes, airport disruptions and airspace closures. US warns citizens in Saudi Arabia of missile threats, flight cancellations. (AFP) In a security alert … Read more

Pak anti-terror court issues arrest warrant for ex-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Afridi in 2023 violence case

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Pak anti-terror court issues arrest warrant for ex-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Afridi in 2023 violence case

Peshawar, An anti-terrorism court on Wednesday issued arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Sohail Afridi in connection with the May 2023 attack on the Radio Pakistan building in Peshawar. Pak anti-terror court issues arrest warrant for ex-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Afridi in 2023 violence case Afridi belongs to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the political party … Read more

Florida A&M University issues shelter in place alert amid shooting on Perry Street, says number of victims unknown

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Florida A&M University issues ‘shelter in place’ alert amid shooting on Perry Street (Florida A&M University/Facebook)

Florida A&M University issued an alert before 8:45 pm ET Saturday, October 24, urging those near Bragg Stadium in Tallahassee to shelter in place amid police activity following a reported shooting. Meanwhile, Florida State University issued an “Emergency Message for the Florida State University Tallahassee Campus” at 10 pm, advising students, faculty and staff in … Read more

Albany State University issues shelter-in-place alert after report of armed person on Georgia campus

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Students were told to lock and barricade themselves after an armed person was reported near residence halls on the East Campus. Image for representational purposes. (Unsplash )

Update: Albany State University issued an all clear citing domestic issue near campus. Students were told to lock and barricade themselves after an armed person was reported near residence halls on the East Campus. Image for representational purposes. (Unsplash ) Initial report: Albany State University in Georgia issued an emergency shelter-in-place alert on Friday, October … Read more

US issues travel alert ahead of Steelers vs Saints Paris NFL game as protests rock France

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US warns Americans in Paris ahead of Steelers-Saints NFL game amid protests and rioting. (REUTERS)

The United States has warned Americans in France to avoid demonstrations and areas of unrest ahead of an NFL game in Paris on Sunday, October 25, citing recent violence, property destruction and clashes between protesters and police. The game on Sunday, October 25, 2026, is the NFL Paris Game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the … Read more

University of Utah issues campus alert amid reports of threat, person brandishing a firearm detained

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University of Utah issues campus alert amid reports of threat (The University of Utah/Facebook)

The University of Utah issued a campus alert amid reports of a threat incident. The alert asked students to “stay in your room or area.” University of Utah issues campus alert amid reports of threat (The University of Utah/Facebook) A person “brandishing a firearm” was reportedly later detained. The initial alert read, “Emergency personnel are … Read more

US issues security alerts across 12 Middle East nations including UAE, Saudi Arabia; warns citizens to prepare for flight disruptions

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US issues Middle East security alerts across 12 locations. (Pexel)

The United States has issued security alerts across 12 locations in the Middle East, warning Americans of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions amid a complex regional security environment. US issues Middle East security alerts across 12 locations. (Pexel) The alerts, dated October 18, 2026, cover Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), … Read more

Indian Embassy in Riyadh issues safety advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia

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The Embassy's latest advisory follows an earlier appeal to Indian nationals – issued immediately after the October 10 strike. (REUTERS)

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh on Sunday asked its nationals to take note of and follow updated directives issued by Saudi authorities for people receiving emergency warnings through the National Early Warning Platform for Emergencies amid heightened security concerns following strikes by Iran-backed Houthi rebels. The Embassy’s latest advisory follows an earlier appeal to Indian … Read more