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Spam Falls Worldwide After Web Hosting Company's Servers Disconnected

Nov 14, 2008 -The world experienced a drastic reduction in the number of spam e-mails sent worldwide Tuesday evening when the servers of a small Web-hosting company in San Jose, California, were disconnected.

New Police Unit Takes on Black Market Ammunition, Explosives, and Guns in Quebec

Oct 23, 2008 -The unit is dedicated to suppressing street gangs involved in gun smuggling and violence.

Spam Kings Canned in U.S.

Oct 15, 2008 -A federal judge shuts down the operations of companies allegedly responsible for 1 billion spam messages, but the e-mails keep streaming in from overseas.

British Police, Prison Officials Fear the WASP Knife

Oct 03, 2008 -The U.S.-manufactured knife is designed to kill bears and sharks and can freeze a target's organs when it's plunged into the body.

Gunman Murders 9, Then Shoots Self at Finnish School

Sep 23, 2008 -Police had questioned the suspect yesterday regarding YouTube.com videos showing him shooting a handgun but determined not to terminate his gun license.

Concealed Weapon Laws Make Security Practitioners Worried

Sep 09, 2008 -Security practitioners surveyed as part of an ASIS International Foundation report worry that workplace violence will increase in states that have liberalized concealed-weapon laws.

Mexican Crime Wave Drives Personal Security Spending

Aug 29, 2008 -Wealthy Mexicans are investing in personal security measures ranging from GPS systems to bulletproof clothing.

Police Leaders Call for National Criminal Justice, Homeland Security Assessment

Aug 22, 2008 -The country’s police chiefs have asked that the next president commission a major evaluation of how the country fights crime and terrorism, as law enforcement’s expanded responsibilities stretch its resources.

Senate Holds Hearing on Cruise Ship Security

Aug 20, 2008 -In a Senate subcommittee hearing, witnesses and lawmakers discussed the lack of security standards for cruise ships.

The Importance of Being Modest Regarding Public CCTV Systems

Jul 09, 2008 -Advocates of public CCTV systems should steer away from misleading arguments that such technology reduces crime and rather tout its ability to solve crime.

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