WASHINGTON (Reuters) - China has beamed a ground-based laser at U.S. spy satellites over its territory, a U.S. agency said, in an action that exposed the potential vulnerability of space systems that provide crucial data to American troops and consumers around the world...
Wis. Lawmaker Urges Arming Teachers (10/5/06)
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- A state lawmaker, worried about a recent string of deadly school shootings, suggested arming teachers, principals and other school personnel as a safety measure and a deterrent.
It might not be politically correct, but it has worked effectively in other countries, Republican Rep. Frank Lasee said Wednesday.
"To make our schools safe for our students to learn, all options should be on the table," he said. "Israel and Thailand have well-trained teachers carrying weapons and keeping their children safe from harm. It can work in Wisconsin."...
Police To Resume Boston Subway Bag Inspections (10/5/06)
(AP) BOSTON Police will resume inspections of bags on public trains, buses and boats in the greater Boston area for the first time since the city hosted the Democratic National Convention in 2004, Gov. Mitt Romney announced Thursday.......
Good set of links, all4one.
"Police To Resume Boston Subway Bag Inspections (10/5/06)"
It's ABOUT time! Every time I ride "the T" I shake my head wondering why this hasn't been the standard since 9-11.
Thanks for posting the link.
All very interesting articles. China being able to block our satellites is troubling. It really appears we are falling behind them on everything.
I'm still wondering why the airline threat color code is still high or orange!!