Security

Saudi defense minister discusses Houthi attacks with Pete Hegseth as Riyadh steps up regional security outreach

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Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al-Saud spoke to Pete Hegseth about Houthis. (AFP Photo/HO/ Iranian Presidency)

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman spoke with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. The parties also discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, as Riyadh intensified diplomatic outreach amid growing regional instability. Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al-Saud spoke to Pete Hegseth about … 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

Anthropic IPO filing reveals month-long AI training pause and security failures involving four AI models

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Anthropic's IPO filing reveals AI training delays and security failures involving Claude and other AI models. (REUTERS/ Representative)

Anthropic paused training of its next-generation AI model for more than a month because of security concerns. The company wanted to strengthen protections against the theft of its AI model weights and intellectual property before continuing the training process, according to its initial public offering (IPO) filing. Anthropic’s IPO filing reveals AI training delays and … Read more

Social Security Administration updates millions of records in historic 91-year-old database under Trump

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Social Security Administration updates millions of records in its historic database. (REUTERS)

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced major changes to its Social Security number database to make its records more accurate. The agency has called this the most comprehensive records cleanup in its 91-year history. Social Security Administration updates millions of records in its historic database. (REUTERS) The SSA said it has corrected records linked … Read more

Putin says talks must focus on security for Russia, Ukraine and Europe overall

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Putin says talks must focus on security for Russia, Ukraine and Europe overall

MOSCOW, – Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that future talks on a settlement of the war in Ukraine should focus on security guarantees for both countries and an overall framework for security throughout Europe. Putin says talks must focus on security for Russia, Ukraine and Europe overall Putin, interviewed on Russian television a … Read more

Trump administration warns H-1B, J-1 visa fraud threatens American jobs and security

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H-1B, J-1 visa fraud draws fresh scrutiny from Trump administration. (REUTERS)

US Department of Labor Inspector General Anthony D’Esposito has reiterated the Trump administration’s crackdown on alleged H-1B and J-1 visa fraud, warning that misuse of the programs threatens American jobs and national security. H-1B, J-1 visa fraud draws fresh scrutiny from Trump administration. (REUTERS) In a post on X, D’Esposito said he and Labor Secretary … Read more

FBI offers $20,000 reward in search for Atlanta Homeland Security building arson suspect, releases images

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FBI offers $20,000 reward in search for Atlanta Homeland Security building arson suspect, releases images (@FBIAtlanta/X)

The FBI is seeking the public’s help to identify a man suspected of attempting to set fire to a federal building in downtown Atlanta. A reward of up to $20,000 is being offered. FBI offers $20,000 reward in search for Atlanta Homeland Security building arson suspect, releases images (@FBIAtlanta/X) The agency released photos of the … Read more

Social Security October 2026 payment dates and steps to take if checks are delayed

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Social Security October 2026 payment dates and steps to take if checks are delayed. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images/AFP) (Photo by Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

Social Security recipients in the US generally receive their monthly payments on the second, third or fourth Wednesday of each month. The exact payment date depends on the recipient’s date of birth, according to Yahoo Finance. Social Security October 2026 payment dates and steps to take if checks are delayed. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images/AFP) (Photo by … Read more

JPMorgan invests $5 billion in US industries tied to economic and national security

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JPMorgan Chase invests $5 billion in US industries linked to economic and national security. (File photo/REUTERS)

JPMorgan Chase has invested $5 billion in US industries linked to economic and national security. The bank said the equity investments are aimed at supporting industries that are important to the United States’ economy and national security. JPMorgan Chase invests $5 billion in US industries linked to economic and national security. (File photo/REUTERS) The investment … 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