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Whistleblower Alleges Major Deficits in ICE Recruits' Training After Cutbacks
us-politics2 days ago

Whistleblower Alleges Major Deficits in ICE Recruits' Training After Cutbacks

A former ICE trainer-turned-whistleblower says the agency gutted basic recruit training, cutting hours from about 584 to 336 and removing several required courses and exams. Senate Democrats released internal ICE records showing reductions amid a large hiring surge, prompting warnings that deficient training could lead to constitutional violations and unsafe policing; DHS officials say core material is preserved and training is being streamlined with funding support.

ICE whistleblower warns new recruits are receiving defective training
politics2 days ago

ICE whistleblower warns new recruits are receiving defective training

A former ICE instructor says the agency’s push to rapidly expand its ranks has left recruits undertrained, with training hours reduced and use-of-force courses removed, according to internal documents CBS News obtained. The whistleblower is set to testify at a congressional hearing as DHS defends the program and Democrats press for reforms amid large planned officer hires.

Strickland claims he made Chimaev quit in training; Chimaev fires back
sports4 days ago

Strickland claims he made Chimaev quit in training; Chimaev fires back

After UFC Houston, Sean Strickland said in a post-fight scrum that he made Khamzat Chimaev quit during training and mocked Chimaev’s gym behavior, while Chimaev countered on social media by noting he beat Dricus du Plessis (who has beaten Strickland twice) and dismissed Strickland’s account as he and Strickland trade barbs amid rumors about Chimaev possibly moving up to 205 pounds for an interim title.

Gu’s triple-discipline Olympic schedule sparks training clash critique
sports11 days ago

Gu’s triple-discipline Olympic schedule sparks training clash critique

Freestyle skier Eileen Gu, competing in slopestyle, halfpipe and big air at Milan-Cortina 2026, says she’s disappointed organizers won’t adjust the schedule to give her the same amount of practice as others. With the big air final overlapping halfpipe training and Gu not having recent halfpipe practice, she argues multi-discipline athletes face unfair conflicts, while FIS says it can’t tailor the schedule for a single athlete despite extra training sessions.

Poirier Shows Off Broken Toe From Training, Retirement Still in Effect
sports11 days ago

Poirier Shows Off Broken Toe From Training, Retirement Still in Effect

Dustin Poirier revealed a gnarly broken toe from a training session at American Top Team, even demonstrating it on camera. Although retired from fighting, the former interim UFC lightweight champion remains active in training and has teased a potential return, though another bout seems unlikely after he closed out his career with a trilogy against Max Holloway in New Orleans.

Ukraine’s Drone Nets Prompt UK Training Turnaround
world25 days ago

Ukraine’s Drone Nets Prompt UK Training Turnaround

Ukrainian troops use inexpensive anti-drone nets to shield positions, roads, and vehicles from Russian drones, a tactic that surprised British soldiers training in Ukraine. The experience under Operation Interflex has the UK adopting Ukrainian lessons, while Britain’s Irish Guards have created a drone hub and expanded drone warfare capabilities, with ongoing mutual learning that blends Ukrainian frontline know-how with Western doctrine.

politics1 month ago

GOP lawmakers cautiously back more ICE training after Minneapolis shooting

After the Minneapolis shooting, a handful of Republicans say more ICE training could reduce tense confrontations, while Democrats press to codify higher training standards in funding bills. The debate underscores a broader struggle over ICE legitimacy and use of force, with Trump and DHS defending current enforcement and polls showing rising public concern about ICE conduct.

AI error sent some ICE recruits into lighter training track
us-news1 month ago

AI error sent some ICE recruits into lighter training track

An ICE recruitment AI misclassified some new hires as law enforcement officers and routed them to a four-week online training instead of the standard eight-week in-person course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. ICE halted the misclassification, began manual resume reviews, and plans to send affected recruits back to FLETC for proper training. Exact numbers affected and how many have gone on to field duties aren’t clear. The incident comes as ICE expands staffing toward a goal of 10,000 new officers by 2025, highlighting challenges in vetting and training during rapid growth.

Barcelona Welcomes Back Key Players to Training
sports1 month ago

Barcelona Welcomes Back Key Players to Training

Barcelona's first team resumed training after the Christmas break with an open session at Estadi Johan Cruyff, featuring returning players Ronald Araujo and Dani Olmo, as they prepare for the upcoming Catalan derby against Espanyol on January 3rd. The session was attended by over 5,500 fans and included warm-ups, ball work, and fan interactions, with coach Hansi Flick overseeing the preparations.