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The House has increased personal security funding for lawmakers, extending a pilot program and doubling monthly allowances amid heightened threats following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, with additional security funds included in the government funding bill.
Danish police have arrested three individuals on suspicion of preparing terrorist attacks, with another person arrested in the Netherlands on the same charges. The arrests come as the Netherlands raised its terrorism threat level to "substantial" just two days prior. Denmark's current terror threat alert is at level four, the second highest. The European Union's Home Affairs commissioner has warned of a "huge risk of terrorist attacks" over the Christmas holiday period. Denmark has previously experienced terrorism episodes, including a shooting at a shopping mall in 2022 and a free speech event and synagogue in 2015.
FBI Director Christopher Wray warns that the United States is currently facing the highest risk of a terrorist attack in years, citing the October 7 Hamas attack in Israel as a significant factor. Wray states that there are "blinking red lights everywhere" and that the threat level has reached a whole new level. He expresses concerns about the increasing number of strikes in the Middle East and the targeting of Jewish and Muslim communities domestically. Wray also highlights the potential for violent extremists to draw inspiration from the Hamas attack and emphasizes the need for the FBI to work tirelessly to prevent such attacks. Additionally, he raises concerns about the influx of fentanyl from Mexico and the potential terrorist risks associated with migrant crossings at the southern border. Wray urges the renewal of a key spy program, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which is set to expire at the end of the year, stating that its expiration would be devastating to national security.
Michigan's dominant performance against Minnesota has raised the threat level for Ohio State, as the Wolverines showcased their strengths on both offense and defense. Despite some skepticism about their running game and offensive line, Michigan's pedestrian yet efficient performance highlighted their ability to execute when needed. On the defensive side, they shut down Minnesota's passing game and recorded seven sacks and two interceptions for touchdowns. With Michigan's strengths aligning with Ohio State's weaknesses, the Wolverines pose a significant threat to their rivals.
Sweden has raised its terrorist alert level to the second highest after thwarting attacks following Koran burnings and other acts against Islam's holy book, which have outraged Muslims and triggered threats from jihadists. Anti-Islam activists have damaged several copies of the Koran in Sweden and Denmark, leading to condemnation from the Muslim world. The SAPO security service raised the threat level due to calls from Hezbollah, al Shabaab, and al Qaeda to carry out acts against Sweden. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed arrests had been made in Sweden and abroad in connection with planned attacks. The Swedish armed forces have also raised their alert level, and both the UK and the US have warned their nationals against traveling to Sweden.
Sweden has raised its terrorism threat level to the second-highest following a series of Quran burnings in the country by anti-Islam activists. The burnings have sparked angry demonstrations in Muslim countries. The Swedish Prime Minister stated that planned terrorist acts have been prevented, but did not provide further details. The domestic security service, SAPO, has warned that the overall security situation has deteriorated, and the risk of terrorism in Sweden is now at a "high threat" level. Sweden is considered a priority target for attacks from actors within violent Islamism. The recent burnings have complicated Sweden's attempt to join NATO, and Turkey's President has indicated that they could pose an obstacle to Sweden's bid.
Apex Legends' new event, Threat Level, has been met with criticism from players due to its recycled content, including all recolored skins from past events and a featured LTM that is already available in the Mixtape playlist. The event lacks any Heirloom or Prestige skin prize and is not described as a collection event. The only new addition is a small tweak to an existing LTM. This has led some fans to believe that the event is falling back on old habits and not living up to the promises of rejuvenation made in season 16.
The terrorism threat level in Northern Ireland has been raised from substantial to severe, meaning an attack is highly likely, based on an MI5 intelligence assessment. This follows a rise in dissident republican activity, including a recent gun attack on a top police officer. The New IRA, the biggest and most active group dissident group, admitted the attack. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any concerns to the Police Service of Northern Ireland. The terrorism threat level remains substantial in the rest of the UK, meaning an attack is a strong possibility.
Britain's MI5 intelligence agency has raised the threat level for domestic terrorism in Northern Ireland to "severe" following the recent targeting of police officers. This means an attack is highly likely. The change comes ahead of next month's 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement peace deal that largely ended the "Troubles," three decades of violence that had convulsed Northern Ireland since the late 1960s. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any concerns to the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
Belgian police have arrested eight people in counterterrorism raids across the country aimed at thwarting possible attacks. At least two of the suspects are believed to be planning a terrorist attack in Belgium, but the target has not yet been determined. The arrests come as suspected members of a cell that carried out the deadliest peacetime attacks on Belgian soil seven years ago are on trial in Belgium. The current threat level in Belgium is medium, at level two.