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  • Jaishankar urges Quad partners to back India’s zero tolerance policy on terror

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday reiterated India’s right to defend itself against terrorism and urged the Quad to understand this position, as the foreign ministers of the four-nation group gathered for their ministerial meeting.

    “India has every right to defend its people against terrorism, and we will exercise that right,” he said, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, and Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya standing beside him.

    “We expect our Quad partners to understand and appreciate that,” he emphasised.

    This marks the first Quad ministerial where the four foreign ministers are meeting together following the heinous Pahalgam massacre on April 22, carried out by Pakistan-backed terrorists, and India’s subsequent decisive response — ‘Operation Sindoor’.

    Referring to the Pahalgam attack, EAM Jaishankar said, “A word about terrorism in light of our recent experience: The world must display zero tolerance. Victims and perpetrators must never be equated.”

    Counter-terrorism remains a core focus of the Quad agenda.

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host the Quad leaders’ summit later this year, which will include U.S. President Donald Trump, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

    “We have some proposals on how to make that summit productive,” Jaishankar said. “I’m sure our partners do as well. We will discuss them, and I’m confident we can agree on a constructive way forward.”

    “A lot is happening in the world, and I’m sure that our exchange of views will be very valuable for all of us,” he added.

    He underlined that the Quad is committed to a rules-based international order, stating, “It is essential that nations of the Indo-Pacific have the freedom of choice — a prerequisite for making the right decisions.”

    The task before the Quad, he said, is “deepening our convergence and expanding our common ground.”

    “In recent months, we have made significant progress in various Quad initiatives,” he said.

    “These include areas like the maritime domain, technology, education, and political coordination.”

    Regarding their current meeting, he added, “We will also be discussing how the functioning of the Quad has been enhanced by streamlining working groups into a more cohesive, nimble, and focused structure.”

    “I value our consultations on various dimensions of the Indo-Pacific,” he concluded.

    — IANS

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Play! Memorial Park tennis courts back in use after revamp

    Source: City of Canterbury

    Home  »  Latest News   »   Play! Memorial Park tennis courts back in use after revamp

    Just as Wimbledon is underway, we have now completed a fantastic revamp of the tennis courts in Herne Bay Memorial Park.

    Four of the eight courts have been completely resurfaced, with the other four thoroughly cleaned and resprayed. All eight now sport the classic tennis blue and green colours.

    In addition, they all have new posts and nets, and one of the courts has pickleball line markings as well as tennis markings.

    These courts will remain free of charge to use and no booking is required.

    Cabinet member for open spaces, Cllr Mel Dawkins (pictured left, above), joined Lord Mayor Cllr Keji Moses and Heron ward councillor David Thomas for an inspection and the chance to hit a few shots.

    Cllr Dawkins said: “The courts look absolutely ‘ace’ and we are sure they are going to prove to be a ‘smash’ in the town.

    “It’s a job really well done and thanks go to the council officers who have run this project and our contractor ETC Sports Surfaces for such professional work.”

    The revamp cost £70,000 and was paid for using section 106 planning contributions from developers.

    We are also keen to develop a ‘Friends of…’ group for the courts to encourage activity and help to report any issues.

    Anyone interested in getting involved should email Leisure Development Officer Giles Seaford at giles.seaford@canterbury.gov.uk.

    Published: 1 July 2025

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Research and outreach in the Clear Lake Volcanic Field

    Source: US Geological Survey

    CalVO geologist Seth Burgess looking across Clear Lake at Mount Konocti, a prominent volcanic dome complex within the Clear Lake volcanic field. Photo courtesy of Alexander Rubin (rights reserved)

    The Clear Lake Volcanic Field is located ~ 100 miles north of San Francisco, CA and is named after the lake adjacent to which much of the volcanism occurred. Eruptions have happened here in the past 10 thousand years, making it a “high threat” volcanic system, the closest such system to the densely populated Bay Area. With eruptions as old as almost 3 million years, the Clear Lake field is a spectacular example of long-lived volcanism. In its lifetime, the field has erupted numerous lava flows, built lava domes and cinder cones, and exploded maar craters. CalVO is actively studying and monitoring the Clear Lake field in an attempt to better understand its volcanic past and thus better predict how it might behave in future years, centuries, and millennia. Part of these efforts includes sharing science with local landowners, such as farmers and wineries, who are very interested in how volcanic soils affect the wines made from grapes grown upon them.

    In this photo, Dr. Seth Burgess, a CalVO geologist, is taking a break from “volcano camp,” an event hosted by Brassfield Estate Winery, during which wine industry professionals came together to discuss worldwide wines made from grapes grown on volcanic rocks. Seth is looking out over Clear Lake at Mount Konocti, a group of volcanic domes and lava flows erupted around 400 thousand years ago. The opportunity to speak with folks at events like Volcano Camp is critical to effectively communicating exciting new science with stakeholders who live and work within the Clear Lake volcanic field.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration for Illegally Sharing Californians’ Personal Health Data with ICE

    Source: US State of California

    OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, leading a multistate coalition, is filing a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) decision to provide unfettered access to individual personal health data to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which houses Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In the seven decades since Congress enacted the Medicaid Act to provide medical assistance to vulnerable populations, federal law, policy, and practice has been clear: the personal healthcare data collected about beneficiaries of the program is confidential, to be shared only in certain narrow circumstances that benefit public health and the integrity of the Medicaid program itself. In today’s lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Attorney General Bonta and the coalition argue that the mass transfer of this data violates the law and ask the court to block any new transfer or use of this data for immigration enforcement purposes. 

    “The Trump Administration has upended longstanding privacy protections with its decision to illegally share sensitive, personal health data with ICE. In doing so, it has created a culture of fear that will lead to fewer people seeking vital emergency medical care,” said Attorney General Bonta. “I’m sickened by this latest salvo in the President’s anti-immigrant campaign. We’re headed to court to prevent any further sharing of Medicaid data — and to ensure any of the data that’s already been shared is not used for immigration enforcement purposes.”

    Created in 1965, Medicaid is an essential source of health insurance for lower-income individuals and particular underserved population groups, including children, pregnant women, individuals with disabilities, and seniors. The Medicaid program allows each participating state to develop and administer its own unique health plans; states must meet threshold federal statutory criteria, but they can tailor their plans’ eligibility standards and coverage options to residents’ needs. As of January 2025, 78.4 million people were enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) nationwide.  

    California’s Medi-Cal program provides healthcare coverage for one out of every three Californians, including more than two million noncitizens. Noncitizens include green card holders, refugees, individuals who hold temporary protected status, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival recipients, and others. Not all noncitizens are eligible for federally funded Medi-Cal services, and so California uses state-only funds to provide a version of the Medi-Cal program to all eligible state residents, regardless of their immigration status. 

    A certain amount of personal data is routinely exchanged between the states and the federal government for purposes of administering Medicaid, including verifying eligibility for federal funding. Historically, DHS has acknowledged that the Medicaid Act and other federal healthcare authorities foreclose the use of Medicaid personal information for immigration enforcement purposes. Yet now, the federal government appears to have — without formal acknowledgment — adopted a new policy that allows for the wholesale disclosure and use of state residents’ personal Medicaid data for purposes unrelated to Medicaid program administration. On June 13, 2025, California and other states learned through news reports that HHS has transferred en masse their state’s Medicaid data files, containing personal health records representing millions of individuals, to DHS. Reports indicate that the federal government plans to create a sweeping database for “mass deportations” and other large-scale immigration enforcement purposes.

    The federal government claims it gave this data to DHS “to ensure that Medicaid benefits are reserved for individuals who are lawfully entitled to receive them.” But it is Congress that extended coverage and federal funds for emergency Medicaid to all individuals residing in the United States, regardless of immigration status. The states have and will continue to cooperate with federal oversight activities to ensure that the federal government pays only for those Medicaid services that are legally authorized.  

    In today’s lawsuit, Attorney General Bonta and the coalition highlight that the Trump Administration’s illegal actions are creating fear and confusion that will lead noncitizens and their family members to disenroll, or refuse to enroll, in emergency Medicaid for which they are otherwise eligible, leaving states and their safety net hospitals to foot the bill for federally mandated emergency healthcare services.  They may not get the emergency health services they need and will suffer negative health consequences — and even death — as a result. The coalition asks that the court find the Trump Administration’s actions arbitrary and capricious and rulemaking without proper procedure in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act, contrary to the Social Security Act, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Federal Information Security Modernization Act, and Privacy Act, and in violation of the Spending Clause. They ask the court to enjoin HHS from transferring personally identifiable Medicaid data to DHS or any other federal agency and DHS from using this data to conduct immigration enforcement.  

    Attorney General Bonta leads the attorneys general of Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washinton in filing the lawsuit. 

    A copy of the lawsuit will be posted online here when available.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Justice Department Charges Two Individuals with Acting as Agents of the PRC Government

    Source: US State of California

    Arrests Disrupted Clandestine PRC Ministry of State Security Intelligence Network Operating in the United States

    Two nationals of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) made their initial appearances in federal court in Portland, Oregon, and Houston, Texas, yesterday to face charges issued out of the Northern District of California for acting as agents of the Government of the PRC without prior notification to the Attorney General. The defendants, Yuance Chen, 38, a PRC national and legal permanent resident who resides in Happy Valley, Oregon, and Liren “Ryan” Lai, 39, a PRC national who traveled from the PRC to Houston, Texas, on a tourist visa in April 2025, were arrested Friday on a criminal complaint charging them with overseeing and carrying out various clandestine intelligence taskings in the United States on behalf of the PRC Government’s principal foreign intelligence service, the Ministry of State Security (MSS). These activities included facilitating a “dead drop” payment of cash for information relating to the national security of the United States previously provided to the MSS, gathering intelligence about U.S. Navy service members and bases, and assisting with efforts to recruit other individuals from within the U.S. military as potential MSS assets.

    Chen and Lai were arrested on June 27, 2025, by the FBI in Happy Valley, Oregon, and Houston Texas, as part of a coordinated counterintelligence and law enforcement operation across multiple states.

    “This case underscores the Chinese government’s sustained and aggressive effort to infiltrate our military and undermine our national security from within,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “The Justice Department will not stand by while hostile nations embed spies in our country – we will expose foreign operatives, hold their agents to account, and protect the American people from covert threats to our national security.”

    “The FBI arrested two Chinese nationals who were allegedly attempting to recruit U.S. military service members on behalf of the PRC,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “The Chinese Communist Party thought they were getting away with their scheme to operate on U.S. soil, utilizing spy craft, like dead drops, to pay their sources. This case was a complex, coordinated effort and is an example of outstanding counterintelligence work done by FBI San Francisco, Portland, Houston, San Diego, and the Counterintelligence Division. The FBI will continue to vigilantly defend the homeland from China’s pervasive attempts to infiltrate our borders.”

    “Adverse foreign intelligence services like the PRC’s Ministry of State Security dedicate years to recruiting individuals and cultivating them as intelligence assets to do their bidding within the United States,” said Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg. “Under my leadership, the National Security Division will continue to defend our nation and neutralize our adversaries’ clandestine spy networks.”

    “These charges reflect the breadth of the efforts by our foreign adversaries to target the United States — this time by conducting illegal intelligence-gathering operations aimed at our national security information and military service members,” said U.S. Attorney Craig H. Missakian for the Northern District of California. “My office and the FBI remain ever vigilant in guarding against these threats to the United States. We will continue to undertake counterespionage investigations and prosecutions, no matter how complex and sensitive, to disrupt attempts to weaken our national security.”

    As alleged in the criminal complaint unsealed yesterday, the PRC Government conducts intelligence activities against the United States through multiple arms, including the MSS. The MSS handles civilian intelligence collection for the PRC and is responsible for counterintelligence and foreign intelligence, as well as political security. The MSS and its bureaus seek to obtain information on political, economic, and security policies that might affect the PRC, along with military, scientific, and technical information of value to the PRC. The MSS and its bureaus are tasked with conducting clandestine and covert human source operations, of which the United States is a principal target.

    As alleged in the criminal complaint, Lai recruited Chen to work on behalf of the MSS in or about 2021. While in Guangzhou, China, in January 2022, Lai and Chen worked together to facilitate a dead-drop payment of at least $10,000 on behalf of the MSS, working with other individuals located in the United States to leave a backpack with the cash at a day-use locker at a recreational facility located in Livermore, California.

    Following the January 2022 dead drop, Lai and Chen continued to work on behalf of the MSS, including to help identify potential assets for MSS recruitment within the ranks of the U.S. Navy. For example, beginning in 2022, Chen was tasked by Lai and other agents of the MSS to contact a Navy employee over social media, and then later, in 2025, arranged for a tour with the employee of the USS Abraham Lincoln and provided information about the employee to the MSS. In 2022 and 2023, Chen was tasked to visit a U.S. Naval installation in Washington State and a U.S. Navy recruitment center in San Gabriel, California. While in the recruitment center, Chen obtained photographs of a bulletin board containing the names, programs, and hometowns of recent Navy recruits, the majority of whom listed their hometown as “China,” which he appears to have transmitted to an MSS intelligence officer in China. The complaint also alleges that Chen received instruction from the MSS on what to say to potential recruits regarding potential payment that could be made by the MSS, preferred Naval job assignments for potential recruits, and methods for minimizing Chen’s risk of exposure. The complaint alleges that in 2023, Lai flew to the United States from the PRC and provided Chen with a cellphone that Chen then used to communicate with the MSS. The complaint also alleges that Chen traveled to Guangzhou and met with MSS intelligence officers in April 2024 and March 2025 in order to discuss compensation and specific taskings.

    The complaint also alleges that Lai traveled to Houston, Texas, in April 2025, claiming that the purpose of his visit was related to his business as an online retail seller, and that he would be staying in the Houston area for two weeks. However, on May 9, 2025 – more than four weeks after his arrival in the United States – Lai traveled by car with a companion from Houston to Southern California, via New Mexico and Tucson, Arizona, before returning to Texas, on May 15, 2025.

    Chen and Lai are charged with violating Title 18, United States Code, Section 951, which makes it a crime for a person to operate or agree to operate within the United States as an agent of a foreign government without notification to the Attorney General of the United States. If convicted, the defendants face a fine of up to $250,000 and a term of imprisonment of up to 10 years.

    The FBI San Francisco Field Office is leading the investigation, with valuable assistance provided by the FBI Portland, Houston, and San Diego Field Offices. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) also provided valuable assistance during the operation. 

    The National Security and Special Prosecutions Section of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California and the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are in charge of the prosecution. Significant operational support and assistance is also being provided by the District of Oregon, the Southern District of Texas, and the Southern District of California.

    A criminal complaint is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Wayne County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Crime

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Randy Price, 52, of Wayne, pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm.

    According to court documents and statements made in court, on July 16, 2019, a law enforcement officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driven by Price in Charleston. Price attempted to flee on foot but was captured. Law enforcement seized a Raven Arms MP-25 .25-caliber pistol from the vehicle.

    Federal law prohibits a person with a prior felony conviction from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Price knew he was prohibited from possessing a firearm because of his prior felony convictions for involuntary manslaughter and aggravated robbery in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Court of Common Pleas on June 28, 2002.

    Price is scheduled to be sentenced on October 2, 2025, and faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, up to three years of supervised release, and a $250,000 fine.

    Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston made the announcement and commended the investigative work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Charleston Police Department.

    United States District Judge Joseph R. Goodwin presided over the hearing. Assistant United States Attorneys JC MacCallum and Negar M. Kordestani have prosecuted the case.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

    A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. Related court documents and information can be found on PACER by searching for Case No. 2:22-cr-97.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Wayne County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Crime

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Randy Price, 52, of Wayne, pleaded guilty today to being a felon in possession of a firearm.

    According to court documents and statements made in court, on July 16, 2019, a law enforcement officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driven by Price in Charleston. Price attempted to flee on foot but was captured. Law enforcement seized a Raven Arms MP-25 .25-caliber pistol from the vehicle.

    Federal law prohibits a person with a prior felony conviction from possessing a firearm or ammunition. Price knew he was prohibited from possessing a firearm because of his prior felony convictions for involuntary manslaughter and aggravated robbery in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Court of Common Pleas on June 28, 2002.

    Price is scheduled to be sentenced on October 2, 2025, and faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, up to three years of supervised release, and a $250,000 fine.

    Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston made the announcement and commended the investigative work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Charleston Police Department.

    United States District Judge Joseph R. Goodwin presided over the hearing. Assistant United States Attorneys JC MacCallum and Negar M. Kordestani have prosecuted the case.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

    A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia. Related court documents and information can be found on PACER by searching for Case No. 2:22-cr-97.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Pair Admit Attempted Armed Kidnapping and Robbery of Apartment Property Manager

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    ST. LOUIS – Two people have admitted to attempting to kidnap and rob a St. Louis apartment property manager at gunpoint in 2024, as well as other gun crimes.

    Emma M. Cunningham, 32, pleaded guilty Monday in U.S. District Court to attempted kidnapping, transfer of a firearm to a convicted felon and making a false statement in connection with the purchase of a firearm.

    Jervonz L. Williams, 49, pleaded guilty on June 23 to attempted kidnapping, robbery and possession of a firearm by a felon.

    Both admitted that on Feb. 20, 2024, Cunningham bought a handgun for Williams, her boyfriend and a convicted felon who is thus barred from possessing firearms. Cunningham lied on Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Form 4473 when she claimed she was buying the gun for herself and when she denied being an unlawful user of a controlled substance.

    Williams admitted using the gun to threaten others, including one of Cunningham’s neighbors. He also admitted using it to rob a drug dealer of $17, a gun and cocaine base in late June of 2024. Williams struck the dealer on the head with the revolver multiple times during the robbery.

    Williams and Cunningham used that gun again on Aug. 5, 2024, in a failed bid to kidnap an apartment property manager in St. Louis. The property manager was meeting Cunningham, her tenant, for a final walkthrough. When the victim entered the apartment, Cunningham locked the door and Williams threatened to kill her when she tried to call 911. Williams then demanded cash and the password to her phone so that they could access her financial accounts. They secured her to a chair with duct tape, but she broke free and was able to escape, even though Cunningham and Williams ripped off her shirt and tore out clumps of her hair trying to prevent her from leaving. Two days later, police arrested the couple. Williams had the .38-caliber revolver Cunningham purchased and she had a box of ammunition.

    Williams is scheduled to be sentenced on September 24 and Cunningham on September 30. The kidnapping and robbery charges each carry a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison. The felon in possession and transfer of a firearm charge each carry a penalty of up to 15 years. The false statement charge carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison.

    The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department investigated the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Zachary Bluestone is prosecuting the case.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Pair Admit Attempted Armed Kidnapping and Robbery of Apartment Property Manager

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    ST. LOUIS – Two people have admitted to attempting to kidnap and rob a St. Louis apartment property manager at gunpoint in 2024, as well as other gun crimes.

    Emma M. Cunningham, 32, pleaded guilty Monday in U.S. District Court to attempted kidnapping, transfer of a firearm to a convicted felon and making a false statement in connection with the purchase of a firearm.

    Jervonz L. Williams, 49, pleaded guilty on June 23 to attempted kidnapping, robbery and possession of a firearm by a felon.

    Both admitted that on Feb. 20, 2024, Cunningham bought a handgun for Williams, her boyfriend and a convicted felon who is thus barred from possessing firearms. Cunningham lied on Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Form 4473 when she claimed she was buying the gun for herself and when she denied being an unlawful user of a controlled substance.

    Williams admitted using the gun to threaten others, including one of Cunningham’s neighbors. He also admitted using it to rob a drug dealer of $17, a gun and cocaine base in late June of 2024. Williams struck the dealer on the head with the revolver multiple times during the robbery.

    Williams and Cunningham used that gun again on Aug. 5, 2024, in a failed bid to kidnap an apartment property manager in St. Louis. The property manager was meeting Cunningham, her tenant, for a final walkthrough. When the victim entered the apartment, Cunningham locked the door and Williams threatened to kill her when she tried to call 911. Williams then demanded cash and the password to her phone so that they could access her financial accounts. They secured her to a chair with duct tape, but she broke free and was able to escape, even though Cunningham and Williams ripped off her shirt and tore out clumps of her hair trying to prevent her from leaving. Two days later, police arrested the couple. Williams had the .38-caliber revolver Cunningham purchased and she had a box of ammunition.

    Williams is scheduled to be sentenced on September 24 and Cunningham on September 30. The kidnapping and robbery charges each carry a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison. The felon in possession and transfer of a firearm charge each carry a penalty of up to 15 years. The false statement charge carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison.

    The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department investigated the case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Zachary Bluestone is prosecuting the case.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

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  • MIL-OSI: WinnerMining: Are cryptocurrency fluctuations making people panic? No, it’s the business opportunities of cloud mining.

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Against the backdrop of drastic fluctuations in the global economy, cryptocurrencies have become the “number one” investment asset pursued by global investors. In particular, BTC, ETH, and XRP continue to influence the global cryptocurrency market. However, AQUARONE, Steffan Luke, CEO of WinnerMining Co., Ltd., believes that amid the market fluctuations that everyone is worried about, there are business opportunities that cannot be missed.

    “Volatility” turns into business opportunities
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  • MIL-OSI: Equasens: General meeting – Results of the votes

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Villers-lès-Nancy, 1st July 2025 – 07:00 p.m. (CET)

    PRESS RELEASE

    RESULTS OF THE VOTES ON THE RESOLUTIONS SUBMITTED
    TO THE ORDINARY ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS’ MEETING
    OF 25 JUNE 2025

    Number of shares comprising the share capital: 15,174,125

    Number of shares with voting rights: 14,830,415

    Number of shares with voting rights possessed by shareholders presents or represented or having voted by mail: 13,173,125

    That means a quorum of 88.83% of the 14,830,415 shares with voting rights: the Ordinary Annual General Meeting was able to deliberate.

    The Ordinary Annual General Meeting was held on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Company’s headquarters and approved the separate parent company and consolidated financial statements for the 2024 financial year. The results of the votes on the resolutions proposed at this meeting by the Board of Directors were as follows:

    Resolutions

    Results of the votes
    • RESOLUTION ONE

    Approval of the annual financial statements

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,170,684 votes in favour
    • 0 vote against
    • 2,441 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION TWO

    Discharge of directors and discharge of the Statutory Auditors for the performance of their engagement

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 12,831,312 votes in favour
    • 339,266 votes against
    • 2,547 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION THREE
      Approval of the consolidated financial statements
    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,170,684 votes in favour
    • 0 vote against
    • 2,441 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION FOUR

    Appropriation of earnings, setting the dividend

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,138,631 votes in favour
    • 34,494 votes against
    • 0 abstention
    • RESOLUTION FIVE

    Agreements and commitments governed by Articles L. 225-38 of the French Commercial Code

    		 Resolution adopted by (*):

    • 13,101,211 votes in favour
    • 59,549 votes against
    • 12,365 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION SIX

    Approval of the information on the compensation of corporate officers paid in or granted for fiscal 2024 and mentioned in Article L. 22-10-9 of the French Commercial Code

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 12,507,815 votes in favour
    • 665,242 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION SEVEN

    Approval of the components of compensation paid in 2024 to Mr. Thierry CHAPUSOT, Chairman of the Board of Directors

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,115,547 votes in favour
    • 57,510 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION EIGHT

    Approval of the components of compensation paid in 2024 to Mr. Denis SUPPLISSON, Chief Executive Officer

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,782,118 votes in favour
    • 2,390,939 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION NINE

    Approval of the components of compensation paid in 2024 to Mr. Grégoire DE ROTALIER, Deputy CEO

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,782,118 votes in favour
    • 2,390,939 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION TEN

    Approval of the components of compensation paid in 2024 to Mr. Damien VALICON, Deputy CEO (non-Board member), as from 01/04/2024

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,762,253 votes in favour
    • 2,410,804 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION ELEVEN

    Approval of the compensation policy for Mr. Thierry CHAPUSOT, Chairman of the Board of Directors, for 2025

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,115,547 votes in favour
    • 57,510 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION TWELVE

    Approval of the compensation policy for Mr. Denis SUPPLISSON, Chief Executive Officer, for 2025

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,545,572 votes in favour
    • 2,454,875 votes against
    • 172,678 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION THIRTEEN

    Approval of the compensation policy for Mr. Grégoire de ROTALIER, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, for 2025

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,537,207 votes in favour
    • 2,463,240 votes against
    • 172,678 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION FOURTEEN

    Approval of the compensation policy for Mr. Damien VALICON, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, for 2025

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 10,537,207 votes in favour
    • 2,463,240 votes against
    • 172,678 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION FIFTEEN

    Approval of the compensation policy for Directors

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,127,845 votes in favour
    • 45,212 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION SIXTEEN

    Setting total annual compensation for Directors for 2025

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,127,845 votes in favour
    • 45,212 votes against
    • 68 abstentions
    • RESOLUTION SEVENTEEN

    Authorisation by the Company to repurchase its own shares

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 11,297,178 votes in favour
    • 1,875,947 votes against
    • 0 abstention
    • RESOLUTION EIGHTEEN

    Powers for formalities

    		 Resolution adopted by:

    • 13,173,125 votes in favour
    • 0 vote against
    • 0 abstention

    (*)After deduction of excluded voting rights

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: African Development Bank approves ZAR 2.5 billion loan to City of Johannesburg for critical urban infrastructure development


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    The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a ZAR 2.5 billion (approximately $139 million) corporate loan to the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, marking the Bank’s first direct lending to a subnational entity in Africa.  

    The transaction will finance critical infrastructure projects in electricity, water, sanitation, and solid waste management, directly benefiting over 6 million residents in South Africa’s economic powerhouse. 

    The approval marks a transformative moment for municipal financing across Africa, operationalizing the African Development Bank’s Guidelines for Subnational Finance for the first time. The funding will exclusively support trading services infrastructure that generates revenue, ensuring sustainable debt repayment, while addressing urgent challenges in service delivery. 

    “This landmark transaction, led by the African Development Bank’s Infrastructure and Urban Development Department, in coordination with the Water and Sanitation Department,  and the Power Department, signals a new era in how the African Development Bank can empower cities,” said the Bank’s Vice President for Private Sector, Infrastructure & Industrialization, Solomon Quaynor. “By directly financing Johannesburg, we are unlocking a scalable model for subnational lending that enables multi-sectoral infrastructure delivery and positions the Bank as a trusted partner in driving sustainable, inclusive urban development across Africa.” 

    The loan will finance over 100 carefully selected projects across four vital sectors: upgrading distribution networks, installing smart meters, expanding renewable energy capacity, and connecting 3,200 new households to the grid; rehabilitating aging pipelines, upgrading treatment facilities, and reducing water losses from 46% to 37%;  and improving landfill compliance, expanding recycling facilities, and enhancing waste collection services. 

    “This historic transaction demonstrates the African Development Bank’s commitment to supporting creditworthy cities as engines of economic growth,” said the African Development Bank’s Director General for Southern Africa, Kennedy  Mbekeani. “Johannesburg is not just South Africa’s largest city – it contributes 16% to the country’s GDP and serves as a gateway for investment across the continent. By strengthening its infrastructure backbone, we’re investing in Africa’s urban future.” 

    The City of Johannesburg faces significant infrastructure challenges, with annual electricity losses of 30% for the past three years and water losses of 46.1%. The project is expected to create 2,869 jobs during construction and substantially improve service reliability for millions of residents. 

    An additional $1.5 million grant through the Bank’s Urban and Municipal Development Fund is being sought to support municipal reforms, governance and climate-resilient planning initiatives. 

    Beyond infrastructure improvements, the project will deliver significant socioeconomic benefits:  

    • 592 full-time equivalent jobs, with 14% reserved for women and 23% for youth. 
    • Reduced electricity and water interruptions will boost productivity for 65% of electricity and 5% of water consumed by industry. 
    •  Enhanced free basic services for 160,000 indigent households.  
    • ZAR 500 million in contracts earmarked for small and medium enterprises, with 40% reserved for women-owned businesses and 50% for youth entrepreneurs. 

    The African Development Bank has included comprehensive safeguards in the project to assure robust monitoring and oversight, transparency, compliance, and sound financial management throughout the loan lifecycle. 

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

    Media contact: 
    Emeka Anuforo
    Communication and External Relations Department
    media@afdb.org

    About the African Development Bank Group:
    The African Development Bank Group is Africa’s premier development finance institution. It comprises three distinct entities: the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African Development Fund (ADF) and the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF). On the ground in 41 African countries with an external office in Japan, the Bank contributes to the economic development and the social progress of its 54 regional member states.

    For more information: www.AfDB.org

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Feenstra Commends Trump Administration for Detaining Chinese Nationals Found Spying on U.S. Navy

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04)

    HULL, IOWA – Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) issued the following statement commending President Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel for arresting two Chinese nationals found spying on U.S. Navy servicemembers and bases:

    “I commend the Trump administration for arresting two Chinese nationals with ties to the Chinese Communist Party who were spying on U.S. Navy servicemembers and bases. From buying up our farmland to deploying spy balloons in our sovereign airspace, the Chinese Communist Party is no friend of the United States. We will not tolerate foreign espionage that threatens our troops and undermines our national security.”

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Iran Egypt Foreign Ministers hold telephone conversation


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    Seyed Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and Badr Abdelatty, the Foreign Minister of Egypt, held a telephone conversation on Monday, to discuss the latest regional developments following the cessation of the Zionist regime’s military aggression against Iran.

    In the conversation, Araghchi pointed to the widespread condemnation of the Zionist regime’s aggression against Iran by the international community—especially Islamic countries and key regional organizations.

    He criticized the failure of two responsible international bodies, namely the UN Security Council and the International Atomic Energy Agency, to condemn the attacks, and emphasized the Islamic Republic of Iran’s firm pursuit of identifying the aggressor and obtaining reparations.

    The Egyptian Foreign Minister welcomed the end of the Zionist regime’s aggression and stressed his country’s continued efforts to help de-escalate tensions in the region, including efforts to establish a ceasefire in Gaza.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Islamic Republic of Iran.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus M.Ryzhenkov holds negotiations with the Minister of International Relations of Botswana


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    On July 1, 2025 the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov, held a meeting with the Minister of International Relations of the Republic of Botswana, Phenyo Butale, who is paying an official visit to Belarus.

    This is the first visit by the head of Botswana’s foreign ministry to our country in the history of Belarusian-Botswana relations.

    During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to strengthen political and interministerial dialogue, expand mutual trade, cooperation in the fields of agriculture and food security, healthcare, education, and the formation of a legal framework.

    The parties reaffirmed their commitment to coordinate on all aspects of the bilateral and international agenda.

    The ministers agreed on practical steps to intensify cooperation and confirmed their mutual interest in holding a series of bilateral events in 2025–2026.

    Following the negotiations, a joint statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Belarus and Botswana, expressing their intention to strengthen multifaceted cooperation.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Hexavalent in Senegal: A step forward for immunization coverage and child health


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    On the morning of July 1, 2025, Aissatou, a young mother from Diamniadio, arrived early at the health center, her two-month-old baby snuggled against her. She hadn’t come for a routine consultation—today, her child was receiving the new hexavalent vaccine.

    “Before, I was afraid of multiple injections for my baby. Today, the health workers explained to me that a single dose protects against six serious diseases. It’s reassuring to know that he’ll suffer less while being better protected,” confides Aissatou, gazing at her sleeping son.

    Like her child, 640,000 infants are targeted this year by the new vaccination schedule. Thanks to the introduction of the hexavalent vaccine, they will be protected against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib), and poliomyelitis—all in a single shot.

    Behind this apparent simplification lies a long process of preparation. The Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), with technical and financial support from partners such as Gavi and the World Health Organization (WHO), led an ambitious transition. WHO in particular trained nearly 6,000 health workers, ensured rigorous cold chain management (the vaccine must be kept between +2°C and +8°C), and deployed digital real-time monitoring tools.

    “Hexavalent represents a qualitative leap for us vaccinators. A single injection means faster vaccination, less crying, and above all, greater protection,” explains Aminata, a vaccinator in Diamniadio.

    1.6 million doses have been positioned across the country’s 14 regions. The aim is to achieve at least 90% vaccination coverage by the end of the year. And the expected benefits are considerable: according to Ministry of Health projections, the introduction of this vaccine could halve hospitalizations for the targeted diseases by 2030.

    For Dr. Badiane, coordinator of the national EPI, this reform marks a turning point: “It’s not just a change of vaccine—it’s a new paradigm. We’re simplifying the schedule, strengthening immunity, and gaining in effectiveness in the field. WHO’s support has been decisive at every stage.”

    Beyond the numbers and logistics, it’s families like Aissatou’s who are feeling the change in concrete terms: less stress at each vaccination appointment, a better understanding of health issues, and above all, renewed confidence in the healthcare system.

    Dr. Jean-Marie Vianny Yameogo, WHO Representative in Senegal, sees this transition as an illustration of health equity: “Introducing the hexavalent vaccine means offering every Senegalese child the same chance to grow up in good health. It’s a concrete commitment to reducing inequalities and building a fairer future for all.”

    As she leaves the health center, vaccination booklet in hand, Aissatou takes a moment to smile. “I’ll be back for the other doses. My child deserves the best possible protection.”

    An individual decision—but a collective step towards a healthier future.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – Senegal.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: The 2025 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Awards honour organizations from Colombia, Egypt, and the Philippines for their contributions to agrifood systems transformation


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    The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) announced the winners of the 2025 FAO Awards, recognizing organizations from Colombia, Egypt, and the Philippines, whose work has led to outstanding progress in building more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.

    On Monday, FAO Director-General QU Dongyu presented the Champion Award and Partnership Award during the 44th FAO Ministerial Conference held in Rome.

    “These Awards are more than an acknowledgment of achievements – they represent FAO’s core values and aspirations. The ceremony is a celebration of possibility and hope of what happens when commitment and innovation meet the urgent call to transform global agrifood systems,” he said.

    The FAO Champion Award, the Organization’s highest corporate award, which carries a prize of USD 50,000 and recognizes significant and outstanding contributions towards advancing FAO’s overall goals, was conferred to la Confederación Mesa Nacional de Pesca Artesanal de Colombia (COMENALPAC), for its tangible results across organizational, social, economic and environmental dimensions, including championing social protection measures for fishers and played a key role in drafting laws against illegal fishing, thereby improving the welfare and rights of fishing communities.

    Since 2017, COMENALPAC has represented over 800 groups of marine and freshwater fishers across Colombia. Its work has contributed to the design and implementation of key legislation, including Law 2268 of 2022, which guarantees social benefits for commercial and subsistence fishers.

    Through an FAO–COMENALPAC partnership, the organization has strengthened fisher communities in Tumaco by eliminating intermediaries, increasing incomes, and promoting inclusive market opportunities. It has also led to the restoration of 83 wetlands, contributing to aquatic biodiversity and more sustainable food systems. The organization was further praised for helping secure the legal recognition of more than 120,000 fishers and for its role in incorporating the concept of “Aquatic Agrifood Ecosystems” into Colombia’s National Development Plan.

    In addition, within the same category, a Special Mention was also awarded to Youth Uprising, a Philippine-based non-profit organization recognized for its intense engagement of young people in transforming agrifood systems.

    The FAO Partnership Award — valued at USD 10,000 and recognizing outstanding cooperation with FAO in advancing the Organization’s work by its Members — was presented to The Egyptian Food Bank (EFB), the first Egypt NGO focused on addressing food insecurity, providing support to over 24 million people through comprehensive food assistance, nutrition, and empowerment programs.

    Among the EFB’s most notable initiatives are the Community Nutrition Programme, the Ramadan Food Loss Initiative, and the Resilience Index Measurement and Analysis (RIMA). EFB’s programs have benefited over 150,000 families and more than 60,000 schoolchildren. Its work also includes capacity-building for small-scale producers and support to 1,200 farmers — particularly women — promoting sustainable agricultural practices and economic inclusion.

    The FAO Director-General bestowed the awards to representatives of the organizations who attended the ceremony in person.

    Adriana Rocío Cadena Cancino, Director of la Confederación Mesa Nacional de Pesca Artesanal de Colombia (COMENALPAC), received the Champion Award on behalf of the organization.

    Mohsen Sarhan Ali Gamal Ali, Chief Executive Officer of The Egyptian Food Bank (EFB), accepted the Partnership Award on behalf of his organization.

    “These awardees remind us that transformation is already happening and must accelerate. Let us continue working hand in hand for the transformation of global agrifood systems to be more efficient, more inclusive, more resilient and more sustainable,” Qu added in his closing remarks, with a reference to the FAO Four Betters – better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Liberia: Totota Peace Hut Setting the Pace for Rural Women Empowerment


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    The thriving, lively rural town of Totota, Bong County will never be the same, according to women beneficiaries of the Totota Peace Hut. “This town is growing and changing in terms of mentoring and improving the attitude, skills, and public-speaking confidence of women so we can reach to that height we all aspire to acquire in life,” said Annie G. Saah, 53, member of the peace hut and Chairlady of the One Voice Group.

    “Our peace hut in Totota has helped in improving the lives of women and young girls. Through this peace hut, women and girls have gained valuable skills in literacy, computer training, group and individual farming, village savings and loan scheme as well as conflict resolution and mediation outreach at household and community-levels, and I am one such example. I have my individual potatoes garden, my house-side bag garden together with a group farm. We use the proceeds for our children’s tuition and other family needs,” added Annie G. Saah.

    Annie, Miatta Borbor, and nearly 50 other women meet at the peace hut on a weekly basis to support one another in peacebuilding, literacy, computer skills, petty business management, and small-scale farming. “Thanks to UN Women, Plan International, Orange Foundation, and the Peacebuilding Fund for their support in giving women the skills they need to become marketable and active contributors not just to our families but also to the community of Totota,” said Miatta Borbor, a member of One Voice Group at the peace hut.

    True to Annie and Miatta’s words on the empowerment of women, in November 2024, during an indoor programme at Totota Peace Hut in Bong County, visiting Peacebuilding Commission Chair and Sweden’s Ambassador to the UN in New York, Amb. Nicola Clase and delegation witnessed a life-changing moment. Three formerly illiterate women – Mary Sheriff, Gbentelo Kennedy, and Oretha Jallah – proudly demonstrated their peace hut-acquired literacy skills by writing their names and telephone numbers on paper to the admiration of the visitors. The audience applauded them for their literacy achievements. Ma Mary Sandiman, Chairlady of Totota Peace Hut, emphasized the need to continue the peace hut: “This peace hut must continue here so more women can learn to read and write and to enhance women’s unity so women themselves can drive the change they need.”

    The vegetable gardens, small businesses, the conflict mediation roles, and the computer training have all had tremendous impact on women beneficiaries by enabling them to earn money, support their households, participate in public and community discussions, and enhance peaceful co-existence among people. Rev Fahnlon A. Mulbah, Coordinator of the Orange Digital Center (ODC) within the Totota Peace Hut, underscored the life-improving results of the peace hut and the ODC on young women. “Computer literacy is a globally required skills area especially for women and girls to earn income and advertise their work on phone and on a computer.” He disclosed that Grace Pope, a resident of Totota, acquired digital skills in the application of cell phone for business and started advertizing and doing Orange Mobile Money, and then relocated to Monrovia where she’s living and working.

    The empowerment and results-oriented achievements at the Totota Peace Hut was made possible through the seamless collaboration among UN Women, Plan International, Government of Liberia, Orange Foundation, and other partners with funding from the UN Peacebuilding Fund. Each organization lent its own comparative advantage, garnered resources, and provided backstopping and technical inputs to make the peace hut functional and effective.

    Peace huts across Liberia have become a useful model for driving rural women’s collective empowerment. According to UN Women, the women of Liberia gained national and international acclaim as champions of peace through their mass action campaign that pressured warring factions to agree to a peace settlement in 2003.  As part of this effort, the women, under the banner “Liberian Women Mass Action for Peace”, launched the Peace Hut model in 2004 to provide a space for community women to discuss issues of peace, including ongoing community and domestic violence. Since then, the Peace Huts have evolved into a multi-faceted platform that promotes gender equality and the empowerment of women especially in rural communities.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of UN Women – Africa.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Kazakhstan Plays Key Role in China-Central Asia Partnership – Chinese Consul General in Almaty

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    Almaty, July 1 (Xinhua) — In an exclusive article for DKnews.kz, Chinese Consul General in Almaty Jiang Wei shared her views on the historic 2nd China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, where the leaders of the six countries opened a new page in centuries-old cooperation. She stressed that Kazakhstan continues to play a key role in deepening Central Asia’s strategic partnership with China.

    As the Consul General noted, an unprecedented level of political mutual trust has been achieved between the parties. According to her, after establishing diplomatic relations, China and the Central Asian countries have built a comprehensive strategic partnership, secured it with numerous documents within the framework of the Belt and Road initiative, and are promoting the concept of a community with a common destiny both at the bilateral and regional levels.

    The Astana Declaration became a symbol of political unity, the diplomat said, adding that in it the parties confirmed their readiness to support each other on key issues, and the declaration itself became a powerful expression of political consensus and a signal of stability in conditions of global uncertainty.

    Jiang Wei also stressed that China and Central Asian countries have achieved impressive results in practical cooperation. “The summit announced that 2025-2026 will be the Years of High-Quality Development of China-Central Asia Cooperation, focusing on six priority areas, such as unimpeded trade, industrial investment, connectivity, green resource management, agricultural modernization, and facilitating people-to-people exchanges,” the consul general noted.

    Speaking about the Action Plan for the high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road signed by the heads of six states, she noted that this is the first time that China has signed such a document with all the countries in the border region at once.

    “The summit also decided to establish a poverty alleviation center, an educational exchange and cooperation center, a desertification control center, and a platform to create favorable conditions for trade within the China-Central Asia format. These initiatives are aimed at improving the well-being of the Central Asian population, training highly qualified specialists, managing water and natural resources, and promoting high-quality economic development. All this clearly demonstrates the deep meaning of the slogan “promoting joint modernization through high-quality development,” Jiang Wei emphasized.

    The Consul General said that the summit demonstrated a new level of good-neighborliness and friendship. Speaking about the Treaty on Eternal Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation signed by the six parties, a document that legally enshrines the principle of eternal friendship between peoples, she said: “This agreement has become a new milestone in the history of Chinese-Central Asian relations, opening the way for cooperation for decades to come.”

    “More than 100 agreements on sister cities were signed, which forms a solid humanitarian basis for people’s diplomacy. These “bridges of friendship” contribute to the expansion of cultural and humanitarian interaction. The parties also agreed to intensify cooperation in such areas as parliamentary and inter-party ties, contacts between women and youth, the work of the media, analytical centers and public organizations,” the consul general added. “All this will become a new impetus for the dialogue of civilizations and a continuation of the thousand-year tradition of friendship between peoples,” she emphasized.

    In addition, as the diplomat reported, following the summit, more than 60 bilateral agreements were signed, covering such areas as trade, investment, science and technology, customs regulation, tourism, and the media. These agreements, in her opinion, will give a powerful impetus to further deepening ties between the parties in the “golden period.” –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: State Council Commission Meeting at the State University of Management: Technical Innovations and Traditional Values Will Become Priorities of Russian Education Until 2036

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    On July 1, 2025, a joint meeting of the commissions of the State Council of the Russian Federation in the areas of “Personnel”, “Youth and Children”, “Family” was held at the site of the State University of Management to consider the draft Strategy for the Development of Education in the Russian Federation until 2036.

    The moderator of the meeting, Russian journalist and TV presenter Ernest Matskyavichyus, introduced the main participants in the discussion and reported that more than 1,000 experts worked on the text of the Education Development Strategy, many of whom are present at the meeting.

    The Chairman of the Commission of the State Council of the Russian Federation on “Personnel”, Governor of the Kaluga Region, and graduate of the State University of Management Vladislav Shapsha noted in his welcoming speech that the education system should be flexible and adaptive, integrated into the real sector of the economy and continuous.

    “Today, a situation has arisen where one specialty is no longer enough for an educated person; at least two are needed to always be prepared for the changing situation on the labor market. Qualified specialists of a new type must think innovatively and be able to solve problems in the context of rapid digital transformation and global competition. The key tasks now are: synchronizing education with the labor market, overcoming imbalances in personnel training and forming a system of advanced training, since in the future the situation will change even faster, and artificial intelligence can sharply reduce employment in many areas of labor activity,” warned Vladislav Shapsha.

    The Chairman of the State Council of Russia Commission on “Youth and Children”, Governor of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug Dmitry Artyukhov expressed pleasure at the representative meeting on such a comprehensive topic.

    “Education is a vital area that concerns absolutely everyone: teachers, parents, and millions of children and young people across the country. We have done serious work on the Education Development Strategy on the instructions of the President. Now it is time to move on to action – to focus on implementing our plans. Together, we are laying the foundation for the future of Russian education. This is a vital state task, because it is education that solves key problems for the country: it provides knowledge and skills, trains personnel for the economy, and most importantly, brings up a new generation of Russians,” said Dmitry Artyukhov.

    The Chairman of the State Council of Russia’s Commission on the “Family” Direction, Head of the Republic of Mordovia Artem Zdunov drew the attention of those gathered to the fact that the document under discussion will determine the development vectors not only of education itself, but also through it of the entire country as a whole.

    “I will note two key priorities of the Strategy. The first is the further implementation of high-quality education regardless of the place of residence and social status of the family. Much has already been done for this: new schools and kindergartens have been built, major repairs have been carried out, and institutions have been equipped with modern equipment. The second priority is that the education system should be built on the basis of traditional Russian values, including a strong family. Efforts in this direction should be systemic and continuous, starting from kindergarten to university. The cult of large families should be spread everywhere, similar to how this year we widely celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War – information should be broadcast from TV screens, from the Internet, from billboards on city streets and in educational institutions,” said Artem Zdunov.

    Deputy Minister of Education of the Russian Federation Irina Shvartsman said that a public opinion poll was conducted to prepare the draft Strategy for the Development of Education, which affected 338 thousand people. The structure of the Strategy was developed by 15 working groups, including representatives of all departments, the Presidential Administration, the Russian Academy of Education and other experts.

    “The strategy does not hide the problems, it is designed to identify and eliminate them. These are the problems of a shortage of personnel and wages, dilapidated buildings, bureaucratic burden on teachers, and the ideological gap between teachers and students. One of the main values in the education system should be a person. The rights of children and teachers should be equally protected. And to achieve humanitarian and scientific-technical leadership of Russia in the world, it is necessary not only to train qualified specialists, but also to work systematically in the direction of patriotic education,” said Irina Shvartsman.

    Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Dmitry Afanasyev noted that for the first time in Russia a single document on issues of education development is appearing.

    “In response to current challenges, the Ministry of Education and Science proposes to create a new list of specialties that meet the country’s strategic objectives, reboot and update state programs such as “Priority 2030” and “Advanced Engineering Schools”, and continue to build new university campuses. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen the influence of domestic education abroad, develop online forms of education, and promote the Russian language as the language of international communication. In this area, the Strategy still requires revision,” Dmitry Afanasyev said.

    Rector of the State University of Management Vladimir Stroyev noted the significant number of GUU graduates at a meeting of the State Council commissions and spoke about the work of the university.

    “The need to change the education system is obvious, but its conservatism can also have its advantages. Until the 1990s, GUU was not a management university, but an engineering and economics university. And we managed to preserve elements of the previous system. Starting in 2022, we are actively reviving the system of training industry managers who understand and know the production base well. For this purpose, GUU is implementing a system of seamless project-based learning. The structure of the university includes the Pre-University – a budget school where, in addition to studying general subjects, students begin to get used to practice-oriented learning. GUU is probably the only university in the country where project-based learning is practiced in 100% of areas of education, starting from the 1st year, which by the end of the study leads to a high level of graduate employment. In addition, we do not forget about the meanings – we are a leading university in the field of educational work, we support student families, and we encourage employees to have children. Our task is not only to raise a competent manager, but also to educate him as a responsible citizen who works for the benefit of the state and society,” said Vladimir Stroyev.

    In addition, the rector of the State University of Management introduced the meeting participants to the scientific and technical achievements of the university, in particular, to the system of work of the inter-university design bureau, and invited those interested to take a tour of the university.

    The meeting was also attended by: Deputy Head of the Secretariat of the Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Government Antony Shvindt, Director of the Department of Personnel Policy of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation Alexey Svistunov, Deputy Governor of the Kaluga Region Tatyana Leonova, Deputy Head of the Federal Service for Supervision in Education and Science Evgeny Semchenko and many other experts.

    Summing up the panel discussion, the Chairman of the State Council of the Russian Federation Commission on Personnel Vladislav Shapsha particularly highlighted the topic raised by many speakers about the key role of education within the Education Development Strategy. “You can teach a lot, but if a person does not have a moral core, then his technical skills can be harmful. The Russian person has always been spiritual. You cannot understand Russia with your mind, you cannot measure it with a common yardstick…”, Vladislav Valerievich concluded the meeting of the State Council commissions with a quote from a poem by Fyodor Tyutchev.

    After the end of the panel discussion, the participants of the meeting of the State Council commissions were given a tour of the State University of Management, as promised by the rector. In addition to the experts, the moderator of the discussion, Ernest Matskyavichyus, did not miss this opportunity.

    The guests were shown the new workshop of the student design bureau “Innovative Solutions”, the Engineering Project Management Center and the Media Center of the State University of Management. Antoniy Shvindt paid special attention to the scientific and technical developments of the State University of Management. Aleksey Svistunov appreciated the comfort and equipment of the premises. Ernest Matskyavichyus, naturally, was most interested in the studios, and Tatyana Leonova even proposed a project for a series of short educational videos on the topic of management science.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: House Republicans Pass Bills to Strengthen Border Security, Protect Public Safety

    Source: US House of Representatives Republicans

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    WASHINGTON—Today, House Republicans passed two pieces of legislation to strengthen border security, protect American communities, and enhance national security.

    House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement:

    “House Republicans continue taking decisive action to restore the rule of law at our borders and put the safety of American citizens first,” Chairwoman McClain said. “I was proud to support these two critical bills that ensure dangerous individuals cannot exploit the immigration system or harm Americans and our communities. Michigan families, and all Americans, deserve leaders who will stand up for law, order, and national security.”

    H.R. 875, the Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act, ensures that non-U.S. nationals who commit DUI offenses are deported immediately and denied re-entry to protect public safety.

    H.R. 275, the Special Interest Alien Reporting Act, requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide monthly reports on non-citizens attempting illegal entry who may pose national security threats. This transparency is critical for assessing risks and defending America.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Chairwoman McClain Slams Democrats for Failing to Condemn Violent Attacks on Police Officers

    Source: US House of Representatives Republicans

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    Chairwoman McClain Slams Democrats for Failing to Condemn Violent Attacks on Police Officers

    Washington, June 27, 2025

    WASHINGTON—House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement after the U.S. House passed H. Res. 516 – a resolution that condemns the violent riots in Los Angeles, California, and expresses support for law enforcement officers:

    “Burning cars and attacking law enforcement officers should never be considered a ‘peaceful protest’ in America. Democrats just failed to condemn the violent riots in Los Angeles and to express support for our law enforcement officers. Their derangement is on full display,” Chairwoman McClain said. “The contrast is clear: Democrats side with violent criminal illegal aliens, while Republicans will always stand with our heroic law enforcement officers. Shame on them.”  

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  • MIL-OSI USA: House Republican Leadership Statement on Senate Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill

    Source: US House of Representatives Republicans

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    WASHINGTON—Speaker Johnson, Leader Scalise, Whip Emmer, and Chairwoman McClain released the following joint statement after the Senate’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. The House will consider the bill immediately for final passage and put it on President Trump’s desk by the Fourth of July.

    “The House will work quickly to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill that enacts President Trump’s full America First agenda by the Fourth of July. The American people gave us a clear mandate, and after four years of Democrat failure, we intend to deliver without delay.

    “Republicans were elected to do exactly what this bill achieves: secure the border, make tax cuts permanent, unleash American energy dominance, restore peace through strength, cut wasteful spending, and return to a government that puts Americans first.

    “This bill is President Trump’s agenda, and we are making it law. House Republicans are ready to finish the job and put the One Big Beautiful Bill on President Trump’s desk in time for Independence Day.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ICE Baltimore investigation leads to decade-long prison sentence for Prince George’s County man convicted of drug conspiracy

    Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

    BALTIMORE — An investigation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement led to the sentencing of Amos Oluremi Nureni, 43, to 10 years in prison followed by four years of supervised release, for conspiracy to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

    “This sentence sends a clear message: Those who traffic fentanyl, a deadly drug fueling our nation’s overdose crisis, will be held accountable,” said ICE Homeland Security Investigations Baltimore acting Special Agent in Charge Evan Campanella. “In Maryland, we are seeing the devastating impact of fentanyl on our communities every day. Through our strong partnerships with the DEA and the U.S. attorney’s office, HSI will continue to pursue and dismantle the criminal networks responsible for pushing this poison into our neighborhoods. The sentencing of Amos Oluremi Nureni is a direct result of that commitment.”

    In September 2023, HSI and the DEA began investigating Nureni in connection with suspected fentanyl trafficking. During the investigation, law enforcement conducted two controlled purchases in which Nureni sold an undercover officer approximately 400 to 500 pills.

    The pills were blue in color and imprinted with “M30” — mimicking the markings on legitimate pills from a manufacturer containing oxycodone hydrochloride. As confirmed by laboratory analysis, the blue “M30” pills contained fentanyl. In total, Nureni sold approximately 866 fentanyl pills — or nearly 100 grams of a mixture and substance containing fentanyl — to the undercover officer.

    Law enforcement executed a search warrant on Nureni’s Laurel residence March 27, 2024. During the search, law enforcement found a bag containing approximately 10.48 grams (98 pills) of a mixture and substance containing fentanyl and a silver Taurus pistol with an obliterated number in Nureni’s safe. The pistol was loaded with a 9mm round of ammunition in the chamber and a magazine containing six rounds of 9mm ammunition.

    Additionally, law enforcement found a large silver and red hydraulic press; a small silver hydraulic press; a digital scale with white powder residue; and several bags containing approximately 6.44 grams (61 pills) of fentanyl, approximately 6.25 grams of cocaine base, approximately 0.859 grams of cocaine, approximately 3.04 grams of cocaine, approximately 3.02 grams of methamphetamine and approximately 1.478 grams of dipentylone in Nureni’s residence.

    Campanella, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland Kelly O. Hayes and DEA Washington Special Agent in Charge Ibrar A. Mian announced the sentence.

    Members of the public with information about criminal activity should contact the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423).

    Learn more about HSI Baltimore’s mission to increase public safety in our Maryland communities on X at @HSIBaltimore.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: AFSCME’s Saunders: The Senate’s distorted priorities will leave working people footing the bill

    Source: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after the Senate passed its version of the budget reconciliation bill, which would bring even deeper cuts to Medicaid while also slashing food assistance and public services nationwide:

    “We are deeply disappointed by the Senate’s decision to pass a dangerous budget that tears health care away from over 20 million people, leaves millions without food assistance, and saddles working families with higher costs. From the caregivers who rely on Medicaid to keep their loved ones at home, to the hardworking parents struggling to afford groceries, to the nurses worried about their patients losing care, everyday people will foot the bill for a budget that hands more tax cuts to billionaires at the expense of our communities.

    “For months, AFSCME members have urged Congress to reject this morally bankrupt budget and put working families ahead of debt-exploding tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy. Instead, a narrow majority in the United States Senate sold out their own constituents by gutting the health care, food assistance and public services our communities count on. Their distorted priorities will not only increase costs for working people but also ignite a fiscal catastrophe that will force states, counties, cities and towns to slash funding for local schools, hospitals, nursing homes, emergency response centers, colleges and other basic services or shut them down entirely.

    “This budget bill is deeply unpopular for a reason: It is the largest transfer of wealth from working families to billionaires and big corporations in American history, and it will cost lives and jobs. But this fight is not yet over. As this budget bill moves back to the House for final passage, AFSCME members will be getting organized and fighting tooth and nail to protect our communities.”

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Fugitive Cindy Rodriguez Singh, Wanted for Capital Murder in Everman, Texas, Added to the FBI’s List of Ten Most Wanted Fugitives

    Source: US FBI

    On October 31, 2023, Cindy Rodriguez Singh was charged with capital murder in the District Court of Tarrant County, Fort Worth, Texas. On November 2, 2023, a federal arrest warrant was issued for Rodriguez Singh in the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth, Texas, for Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution. On August 29, 2024, the FBI announced a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to her arrest and conviction. Today, the FBI is increasing that amount and now offering up to a $250,000 reward.

    “The disappearance and suspected death of Noel Alvarez is still fresh in the minds of everyone in Everman as well as throughout North Texas. The addition of Cindy Rodriguez Singh to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List is an opportunity to bring this case to the eyes and ears of citizens across the country and around the world,” said FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge R. Joseph Rothrock. “We are confident that this publicity will culminate in her arrest and that she will be returned to the United States to answer for her alleged crimes.”

    “The addition of Cindy Rodriguez Singh to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list marks a powerful moment in our unrelenting pursuit of justice for Noel. This is a promise we made to him and to this community, that we would never stop until those responsible are held accountable,” said Craig Spencer, former chief of police and current city manager and emergency management coordinator for the city of Everman. “This designation amplifies our reach and renews our focus. We urge anyone, anywhere, with information to come forward now. Noel deserves that much. We are so incredibly thankful to the FBI for their continued effort and support on this incredibly important case.”

    “I deeply appreciate the unwavering dedication of our law enforcement agencies throughout this investigation,” Tarrant County District Attorney Phil Sorrells said. “We are hopeful that Cindy Rodriguez Singh will be apprehended and returned to Tarrant County. My office is committed to delivering justice for Noel.”

    Rodriguez Singh’s last confirmed sighting was on March 22, 2023, as she, her husband, and six juvenile children, boarded an international flight to India. She was born in Dallas, Texas, in 1985, and is 40 years old. The fugitive is 5’1” to 5’3” tall, weighs 120 to 140 pounds, has a medium complexion, and has tattoos on her back, both legs, right arm, right hand, and right calf. She has brown eyes and brown hair.

    Rodriguez Singh is believed to have ties to India and Mexico. Additional information and wanted posters in English, Spanish, and Hindi, can be found at this link: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten.

    The FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list was established in March 1950. Since its inception, 537 fugitives have appeared on the list and 497 have been apprehended or located—many due to tips from citizens. Since its inception, there have been eight fugitives wanted from the North Texas region placed on the list. In addition, five fugitives that have been placed on the list were arrested in the North Texas region.

    The FBI is offering a reward of up to $250,000 for information leading to the arrest of Cindy Rodriguez Singh. Anyone with information concerning Rodriguez Singh should immediately contact the nearest FBI office or local law enforcement agency.

    Calls can be directed to 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or the FBI’s Dallas Field Office at 972-559-5000. Individuals from outside of the United States should contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Tips can also be submitted digitally at tips.fbi.gov. All information can remain anonymous, and confidentiality is guaranteed.

    This fugitive investigation is being conducted by the FBI’s Fort Worth Resident Agency, Everman Police Department, Northeast Tarrant County Child Abduction Response Team, Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office, and Texas Rangers.

    Media Contact:

    Public Affairs Officer, Melinda Urbina Garcia, murbina@fbi.gov

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department Charges Two Individuals with Acting as Agents of the PRC Government

    Source: United States Attorneys General 7

    Arrests Disrupted Clandestine PRC Ministry of State Security Intelligence Network Operating in the United States

    Two nationals of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) made their initial appearances in federal court in Portland, Oregon, and Houston, Texas, yesterday to face charges issued out of the Northern District of California for acting as agents of the Government of the PRC without prior notification to the Attorney General. The defendants, Yuance Chen, 38, a PRC national and legal permanent resident who resides in Happy Valley, Oregon, and Liren “Ryan” Lai, 39, a PRC national who traveled from the PRC to Houston, Texas, on a tourist visa in April 2025, were arrested Friday on a criminal complaint charging them with overseeing and carrying out various clandestine intelligence taskings in the United States on behalf of the PRC Government’s principal foreign intelligence service, the Ministry of State Security (MSS). These activities included facilitating a “dead drop” payment of cash for information relating to the national security of the United States previously provided to the MSS, gathering intelligence about U.S. Navy service members and bases, and assisting with efforts to recruit other individuals from within the U.S. military as potential MSS assets.

    Chen and Lai were arrested on June 27, 2025, by the FBI in Happy Valley, Oregon, and Houston Texas, as part of a coordinated counterintelligence and law enforcement operation across multiple states.

    “This case underscores the Chinese government’s sustained and aggressive effort to infiltrate our military and undermine our national security from within,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “The Justice Department will not stand by while hostile nations embed spies in our country – we will expose foreign operatives, hold their agents to account, and protect the American people from covert threats to our national security.”

    “The FBI arrested two Chinese nationals who were allegedly attempting to recruit U.S. military service members on behalf of the PRC,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “The Chinese Communist Party thought they were getting away with their scheme to operate on U.S. soil, utilizing spy craft, like dead drops, to pay their sources. This case was a complex, coordinated effort and is an example of outstanding counterintelligence work done by FBI San Francisco, Portland, Houston, San Diego, and the Counterintelligence Division. The FBI will continue to vigilantly defend the homeland from China’s pervasive attempts to infiltrate our borders.”

    “Adverse foreign intelligence services like the PRC’s Ministry of State Security dedicate years to recruiting individuals and cultivating them as intelligence assets to do their bidding within the United States,” said Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg. “Under my leadership, the National Security Division will continue to defend our nation and neutralize our adversaries’ clandestine spy networks.”

    “These charges reflect the breadth of the efforts by our foreign adversaries to target the United States — this time by conducting illegal intelligence-gathering operations aimed at our national security information and military service members,” said U.S. Attorney Craig H. Missakian for the Northern District of California. “My office and the FBI remain ever vigilant in guarding against these threats to the United States. We will continue to undertake counterespionage investigations and prosecutions, no matter how complex and sensitive, to disrupt attempts to weaken our national security.”

    As alleged in the criminal complaint unsealed yesterday, the PRC Government conducts intelligence activities against the United States through multiple arms, including the MSS. The MSS handles civilian intelligence collection for the PRC and is responsible for counterintelligence and foreign intelligence, as well as political security. The MSS and its bureaus seek to obtain information on political, economic, and security policies that might affect the PRC, along with military, scientific, and technical information of value to the PRC. The MSS and its bureaus are tasked with conducting clandestine and covert human source operations, of which the United States is a principal target.

    As alleged in the criminal complaint, Lai recruited Chen to work on behalf of the MSS in or about 2021. While in Guangzhou, China, in January 2022, Lai and Chen worked together to facilitate a dead-drop payment of at least $10,000 on behalf of the MSS, working with other individuals located in the United States to leave a backpack with the cash at a day-use locker at a recreational facility located in Livermore, California.

    Following the January 2022 dead drop, Lai and Chen continued to work on behalf of the MSS, including to help identify potential assets for MSS recruitment within the ranks of the U.S. Navy. For example, beginning in 2022, Chen was tasked by Lai and other agents of the MSS to contact a Navy employee over social media, and then later, in 2025, arranged for a tour with the employee of the USS Abraham Lincoln and provided information about the employee to the MSS. In 2022 and 2023, Chen was tasked to visit a U.S. Naval installation in Washington State and a U.S. Navy recruitment center in San Gabriel, California. While in the recruitment center, Chen obtained photographs of a bulletin board containing the names, programs, and hometowns of recent Navy recruits, the majority of whom listed their hometown as “China,” which he appears to have transmitted to an MSS intelligence officer in China. The complaint also alleges that Chen received instruction from the MSS on what to say to potential recruits regarding potential payment that could be made by the MSS, preferred Naval job assignments for potential recruits, and methods for minimizing Chen’s risk of exposure. The complaint alleges that in 2023, Lai flew to the United States from the PRC and provided Chen with a cellphone that Chen then used to communicate with the MSS. The complaint also alleges that Chen traveled to Guangzhou and met with MSS intelligence officers in April 2024 and March 2025 in order to discuss compensation and specific taskings.

    The complaint also alleges that Lai traveled to Houston, Texas, in April 2025, claiming that the purpose of his visit was related to his business as an online retail seller, and that he would be staying in the Houston area for two weeks. However, on May 9, 2025 – more than four weeks after his arrival in the United States – Lai traveled by car with a companion from Houston to Southern California, via New Mexico and Tucson, Arizona, before returning to Texas, on May 15, 2025.

    Chen and Lai are charged with violating Title 18, United States Code, Section 951, which makes it a crime for a person to operate or agree to operate within the United States as an agent of a foreign government without notification to the Attorney General of the United States. If convicted, the defendants face a fine of up to $250,000 and a term of imprisonment of up to 10 years.

    The FBI San Francisco Field Office is leading the investigation, with valuable assistance provided by the FBI Portland, Houston, and San Diego Field Offices. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) also provided valuable assistance during the operation. 

    The National Security and Special Prosecutions Section of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California and the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are in charge of the prosecution. Significant operational support and assistance is also being provided by the District of Oregon, the Southern District of Texas, and the Southern District of California.

    A criminal complaint is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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  • MIL-OSI: No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval No credit Check- Radcred Launches New Features To Offer Instant Loans For US Borrowers In Need

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Glendale, California, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RadCred, a leading innovator in financial technology, has launched a new platform designed to provide no credit check loans with guaranteed approval for U.S. consumers with bad credit. Unlike traditional banks, which often deny loans based on FICO scores, RadCred’s platform evaluates borrowers based on their income and repayment ability, ensuring that even those with low credit scores can access the funds they need.

    With same day funding and no hard credit checks, RadCred provides fast financial relief for urgent needs like medical bills, car repairs, or rent payments. RadCred’s platform guarantees approval for bad credit personal loans for eligible applicants, offering loans up to $5,000, making it an ideal solution for those who might otherwise be rejected by traditional lenders. Whether you’re seeking quick loans for bad credit or an emergency loan for bad credit with guaranteed approval, RadCred ensures you can get the funds you need when you need them most.

    What are No Credit Check Loans?

    No credit check loans are a type of personal loan for bad credit where the lender does not perform a hard credit inquiry, which can negatively impact a borrower’s credit score. Instead, these no credit check loans focus on a borrower’s income and ability to repay. RadCred’s no credit check loans guaranteed approval provide immediate access to cash without the usual barriers imposed by traditional lenders.

    Unlike traditional loans, which rely heavily on a borrower’s credit history, RadCred’s no credit check loans allow individuals with bad credit to access fast funding. RadCred uses a soft credit check to evaluate applications, meaning your credit score remains unaffected by the loan application process. This makes RadCred’s no credit check payday loans and bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval $5,000 ideal for people with low credit scores looking for fast financial relief.

    How RadCred Solves the Problem

    Many individuals with bad credit face barriers when seeking financial help. Traditional banks often reject loan applications from borrowers with a low credit score, leaving them without options in times of need. RadCred’s no credit check loans address this gap by focusing on income verification rather than credit history, making it easier for individuals to obtain loans for bad credit even with a credit score below 600.

    RadCred’s process is simple, transparent, and fast. Borrowers can apply for no credit check payday loans from the comfort of their home and get same day payday loans. By evaluating applicants based on income, RadCred ensures more inclusive access to bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval $5,000, making it one of the most reliable lenders for bad credit borrowers.

    Key Features of RadCred’s No Credit Check Loans:

    • Guaranteed Approval: Guaranteed approval for eligible applicants based on income, not FICO score. Borrowers with bad credit have a high chance of approval.
    • No Hard Credit Check: RadCred uses a soft credit inquiry, ensuring your credit score is not impacted by the loan application.
    • Same-Day Funding: Funds are typically deposited directly into your bank account the same day, providing fast access to cash.
    • Flexible Loan Terms: RadCred offers flexible repayment plans, allowing borrowers to choose a term length that suits their financial situation.
    • Transparent Terms: RadCred discloses APR, fees, and repayment schedules upfront, ensuring no hidden charges.

    How to Get Guaranteed Approval for No Credit Check Loans

    Applying for no credit check loans with guaranteed approval is easy with RadCred’s streamlined online process:

    1. Apply Online: Complete a short application form with basic personal and financial information.
    2. Soft Credit Check: RadCred uses a soft credit check, so your credit score is not affected by the application.
    3. Receive Multiple Offers: RadCred’s system matches you with lenders based on your income and requested loan amount, giving you options to compare.
    4. Choose Your Offer: Select the loan offer that best fits your needs.
    5. Receive Funds: After approval, funds are typically transferred to your bank account within hours.

    Eligibility for No Credit Check Loans

    To apply for no credit check loans through RadCred, borrowers must meet the following criteria:

    • Must be at least 18 years old.
    • Must be a U.S. resident with a valid U.S. address.
    • Must have stable income (e.g., employment, benefits).
    • Must have an active bank account for loan disbursement.
    • No credit score requirement, though income and repayment ability are key factors.

    Why RadCred is the Ideal Choice for Bad Credit Borrowers

    RadCred stands out as a reliable solution for individuals seeking no credit check loans with guaranteed approval, especially those with bad credit. Here are some key advantages of choosing RadCred:

    • Same-Day Funding: RadCred offers fast access to funds, ensuring you get the money you need when emergencies arise.
    • No Hidden Fees: The platform provides transparent APRs and terms, ensuring borrowers won’t face unexpected charges or surprises.
    • Flexible Terms: You can select a loan amount and repayment plan that best fits your financial situation, offering more control over your loan.
    • Trustworthy Network: RadCred partners exclusively with licensed lenders who adhere to ethical lending practices, ensuring a safe borrowing experience.
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    RadCred’s no credit check loans provide a transparent, secure, and flexible way for bad credit borrowers to access urgent financial relief.

    RadCred Offers Various No Credit Check Loan Options for Borrowers with Bad Credit

    RadCred’s platform is designed to help individuals facing financial difficulties, especially those with bad credit, by providing a range of no credit check loan options. With a focus on income and repayment ability, RadCred ensures a quick and seamless loan process, making it a reliable choice for borrowers who may have been turned down by traditional banks.

    Types of No Credit Check Loans Provided by RadCred

    1. Payday Loans Online (Same Day):
      RadCred connects borrowers with lenders who offer payday loans online with same-day funding. These short-term loans are ideal for those who need urgent financial assistance before their next paycheck.
    2. Bad Credit Payday Loans:
      Tailored for individuals with poor credit scores, RadCred’s bad credit payday loans provide quick access to funds with guaranteed approval based on income verification, rather than credit history.
    3. Installment Loans No Credit Check:
      For larger expenses, RadCred offers installment loans with flexible repayment terms. These loans are ideal for those who need more time to repay their borrowed amount.
    4. Emergency Loans Without Credit Checks:
      RadCred provides emergency loans to cover unexpected expenses such as medical bills or urgent home repairs. The process is fast and efficient, ensuring that funds are available when needed most.
    5. 1-Hour Payday Loans:
      For immediate financial needs, RadCred offers 1-hour payday loans, providing quick funding for those in urgent need of cash.

    These loan types offer flexibility and quick access to cash, all while ensuring that borrowers do not face the traditional barriers imposed by credit score checks.

    How RadCred’s No Credit Check Loans Compare to Traditional Loans

    Traditional Loans:

    • Strict credit score requirements: Traditional lenders, such as banks and credit unions, heavily rely on credit scores to determine eligibility. Individuals with bad credit or a low credit score often face difficulty in securing loans. If your score is below 600, the chances of qualifying for a traditional loan are significantly reduced.
    • Longer approval processes: The approval process for traditional loans is often lengthy and involves numerous steps. Applicants typically need to submit extensive paperwork, including proof of income and assets. The long waiting time is a major disadvantage for those needing immediate access to funds for emergencies.
    • Higher risk of rejection for bad credit borrowers: Traditional loans are usually not accessible to individuals with bad credit. The rejection rate is high for bad credit borrowers because traditional lenders focus primarily on the applicant’s credit history. As a result, those with poor credit scores or limited credit history are often denied financial assistance.

    RadCred No Credit Check Loans:

    • Focus on income and repayment ability: Unlike traditional lenders, RadCred evaluates applicants based on their income and repayment ability, rather than credit scores. This provides an opportunity for borrowers with bad credit to qualify for loans.
    • Guaranteed approval for eligible applicants: RadCred offers guaranteed approval to borrowers who meet the basic eligibility criteria, ensuring that more individuals can secure funds.
    • Fast, same-day funding with no hard credit checks: RadCred’s platform offers same day funding and does not perform hard credit checks, which means applying will not impact your credit score. This makes it an ideal choice for those needing immediate funds for emergencies.

    In comparison to traditional loans, RadCred is a faster, more inclusive, and accessible lending solution, especially for individuals with bad credit.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q1: What is the maximum loan amount for no credit check loans?
    RadCred offers loans up to $5,000 for eligible applicants, depending on income and other factors. Some lenders in RadCred’s network may even offer amounts up to $10,000 based on your financial profile.

    Q2: How fast will I receive the money?
    Once approved, RadCred typically transfers funds to your bank account the same day. The exact timing can depend on your bank’s processing times.

    Q3: Will applying for a loan affect my credit score?
    No, RadCred uses a soft credit check, which will not impact your credit score. This ensures you can apply for loans with confidence, even with a low credit score.

    Q4: Are there any hidden fees?
    No, RadCred is committed to transparency. All fees, APR, and repayment terms are disclosed upfront, so you won’t face any unexpected charges.

    Final Thoughts on RadCred’s No Credit Check Loans

    RadCred’s no credit check loans offer a flexible, accessible solution for individuals who need bad credit loans. With guaranteed approval based on income and a no credit check approach, RadCred makes it easier for U.S. residents to access funds when they need them most. Whether you need emergency loans for bad credit or are simply looking for a way to manage unexpected expenses, RadCred offers a fast, secure, and reliable platform for financial relief.

    Disclaimer:

    RadCred’s loan offers are subject to meeting lender requirements and state-specific regulations. While RadCred provides high approval rates for bad credit applicants, no loan is truly guaranteed for everyone. Borrowers must meet basic eligibility criteria. RadCred uses a soft credit check, so your credit score won’t be affected by applying. Loan terms and amounts vary based on lender and borrower profile. Funds are typically deposited the same day, though exact timing may differ.

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  • MIL-OSI: Paritii Joins Google.org’s 2025 Generative AI Accelerator to Transform Student Support with AI-Driven Workflows

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Paritii, creator of Swyft, is now backed by Google.org as part of the 2025 Generative AI Accelerator. Swyft utilizes generative AI to automate higher education workflows, offering personalized student support 24/7 and enabling staff to focus on high-value tasks, targeting 2 million students.

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    LONDON, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paritii, an EdTech leader in generative AI for higher education, has joined the 2025 Google.org Generative AI Accelerator. This recognition highlights Paritii’s work transforming student experience through its AI-powered Swyft platform, automating administrative processes, and delivering on-demand student support.

    “Our commitment to social impact is recognized and trusted by our community. Based on that trust, we are honored to receive this backing from Google.org as we continue this vital work,” said Dr. Shmona Simpson, CEO of Paritii.

    Administrative burdens at underfunded colleges reduce retention, satisfaction, and graduation rates due to inefficient systems and overwhelmed advisors, especially for students with historically poor outcomes.

    Paritii’s Swyft platform automates high-volume administrative tasks, allowing staff to focus on impactful student interactions. Leveraging a proprietary frontend API and a retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) enabled large language model (LLM), Swyft processes millions of data points to streamline document workflows and support requests.

    Swyft combines generative AI with a tailored backend to deliver precision, speed, and personalized support. Students access a 24/7 AI-powered workspace to manage tasks, get guidance, and generate documents.

    The solution is poised to reach over 2 million students in the next two years, transforming how institutions serve learners at scale.

    According to Paritii, Swyft has already demonstrated transformative potential with quantifiable impact and outcomes.

    • 85% reduction in administrative processing times across partner institutions.
    • Serve 200,000 students by the end of the accelerator and 2M students in two years
    • 90% student satisfaction and a 60% reduction in document-related queries.
    • 15% increase in student retention rates through faster, more equitable support.

    This opportunity helps to affirm Paritii’s bold approach to using generative AI for systemic change, spotlighting Swyft as a model for equitable innovation and empowering the team to reimagine student support across the higher education landscape.

    The Google.org Generative AI Accelerator offers over $30 million in funding and support, plus access to Google’s AI experts and Cloud tools. This partnership will help Paritii expand Swyft’s capabilities and advance its mission to improve student outcomes across higher education at scale.

    About Paritii

    Paritii is an innovation firm at the forefront of ethical AI, specializing in inclusive technology solutions for education, medicine, and public systems. Since 2020, Paritii has partnered with over 50 institutions to design tools that are as responsible as they are effective. Flagship platforms like Swyft and SwyftRFP reflect Paritii’s mission: to expand access, reduce disparities, and make systems work better for the people they serve. From streamlining student support to reimagining procurement, Paritii is building a future where technology works for everyone.

    Contact Information:

    Contact Person’s Name: Griselle Colon
    Organization / Company: Paritii
    Company website: www.paritii.com
    Contact Email Address: griselle@paritii.com
    City, State / Province, Country: Spokane, Washington, USA

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/3def36a2-90a0-4d8d-801f-860aacae112d

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  • MIL-OSI Global: Why frequent nightmares may shorten your life by years

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Timothy Hearn, Senior Lecturer in Bioinformatics, Anglia Ruskin University

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    Waking up from a nightmare can leave your heart pounding, but the effects may reach far beyond a restless night. Adults who suffer bad dreams every week were almost three times more likely to die before age 75 than people who rarely have them.

    This alarming conclusion – which is yet to be peer reviewed – comes from researchers who combined data from four large long-term studies in the US, following more than 4,000 people between the ages of 26 and 74. At the beginning, participants reported how often nightmares disrupted their sleep. Over the next 18 years, the researchers kept track of how many participants died prematurely – 227 in total.

    Even after considering common risk factors like age, sex, mental health, smoking and weight, people who had nightmares every week were still found to be nearly three times more likely to die prematurely – about the same risk as heavy smoking.

    The team also examined “epigenetic clocks” – chemical marks on DNA that act as biological mileage counters. People haunted by frequent nightmares were biologically older than their birth certificates suggested, across all three clocks used (DunedinPACE, GrimAge and PhenoAge).

    The science behind the silent scream

    Faster ageing accounted for about 39% of the link between nightmares and early death, implying that whatever is driving the bad dreams is simultaneously driving the body’s cells towards the finish line.

    How might a scream you never utter leave a mark on your genome? Nightmares happen during so-called rapid-eye-movement sleep when the brain is highly active but muscles are paralysed. The sudden surge of adrenaline, cortisol and other fight-or-flight chemicals can be as strong as anything experienced while awake. If that alarm bell rings night after night, the stress response may stay partially switched on throughout the day.

    Continuous stress takes its toll on the body. It triggers inflammation, raises blood pressure and speeds up the ageing process by wearing down the protective tips of our chromosomes.

    On top of that, being jolted awake by nightmares disrupts deep sleep, the crucial time when the body repairs itself and clears out waste at the cellular level. Together, these two effects – constant stress and poor sleep – may be the main reasons the body seems to age faster.

    Your brain clears out waste when you sleep.
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    The idea that disturbing dreams foreshadow poor health is not entirely new. Earlier studies have shown that adults tormented by weekly nightmares are more likely to develop dementia and Parkinson’s disease, years before any daytime symptoms appear.

    Growing evidence suggests that the brain areas involved in dreaming are also those affected by brain diseases, so frequent nightmares might be an early warning sign of neurological problems.

    Nightmares are also surprisingly common. Roughly 5% of adults report at least one each week and another 12.5% experience them monthly.

    Because they are both frequent and treatable, the new findings elevate bad dreams from a spooky nuisance to a potential public health target. Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia, imagery-rehearsal therapy – where sufferers rewrite the ending of a recurrent nightmare while awake – and simple steps such as keeping bedrooms cool, dark and screen free have all been shown to curb nightmare frequency.

    Before jumping to conclusions, there are a few important things to keep in mind. The study used people’s own reports of their dreams, which can make it hard to tell the difference between a typical bad dream and a true nightmare. Also, most of the people in the study were white Americans, so the findings might not apply to everyone.

    And biological age was measured only once, so we cannot yet say whether treating nightmares slows the clock. Crucially, the work was presented as a conference abstract and has not yet navigated the gauntlet of peer review.

    Despite these limitations, the study has important strengths that make it worth taking seriously. The researchers used multiple groups of participants, followed them for many years and relied on official death records rather than self-reported data. This means we can’t simply dismiss the findings as a statistical fluke.

    If other research teams can replicate these results, doctors might start asking patients about their nightmares during routine check-ups – alongside taking blood pressure and checking cholesterol levels.

    Therapies that tame frightening dreams are inexpensive, non-invasive and already available. Scaling them could offer a rare chance to add years to life while improving the quality of the hours we spend asleep.

    Timothy Hearn does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Why frequent nightmares may shorten your life by years – https://theconversation.com/why-frequent-nightmares-may-shorten-your-life-by-years-260008

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