 Gulf Times |
Govt to mull lifting security law Monday
Bangkok Post The government will decide on Monday whether the Internal Security Act should be lifted in Dusit district after the red-shirt United Front for Democracy … Red-shirted group sues Thai PM over Internal Security Act enforcement PM: Lifting security act to be discussed Monday Security law may be extended: PM |
 GulfNews |
Australia probes North Korean weapons shipment
The Associated Press The seizure is the first since the United Nations Security Council tightened sanctions against North Korea in June in response to its second nuclear test in … Australia probes N.Korea weapons for Iran seizure Legal check on ANL arms ship Iran Arms Remained Sealed |
 Times Online |
Tight security as Notting Hill Carnival starts
ITN Police have already said there will be a major security operation around the event. Officers will man a series of security rings to target known … Notting Hill Carnival enjoys peaceful start Notting Hill enjoys peaceful start |
 Voice of America |
FACTBOX: Security developments in Iraq, July 29
Reuters * FALLUJA – A bomb attached to the car of a local politician representing Interior Minister Jawad Bolani's party killed the politician, his son and another … Corruption undermines Iraqi security Bombs targeting security forces in Baghdad kill 1 civilian, wound 7 Remote Attacks Add to Iraqi Concerns |
 MiamiHerald.com |
2 bombs explode in Gaza compound, outside mosque
The Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — Security officials say bombs have exploded inside a security compound and near a mosque in Gaza City. The two explosions appear to … Three bombs reported near Hamas security compounds in Gaza Strong Blast Rocks Western Gaza, No Injuries Reported -Xinhua Two Gaza Hamas compounds bombed, no one hurt |
 SamayLive |
Navy factors in terrorism, coastal security in revamped maritime …
Times of India Post 26/11, a greater importance has been laid on creating awareness in the coastal belt and on plugging possible loopholes in the security apparatus. … Navy comes out with revised maritime doctrine |
 Daily Mail |
Which? exposes banks' online security blunders
Banking Times Computing has been highlighting the gaps in security that put online banking customers at risk. According to the consumer group, standards vary widely and … Consumer group slams online banking security Banks' online security rated 'poor' Internet fraud risk 'for Abbey and Halifax customers' |
 Ars Technica |
DHS Clarifies Laptop Border Crossing Rules: What You Need to Know
PC World Earlier this week, the US Department of Homeland Security made it clear that border crossing officials could continue to search any device that can store … Homeland Security Says Laptop Border Searches Will Continue DHS Clarifies Laptop Border Searches Laptop seach and seize will continue at US borders |
 Voice of America |
UK expresses concern over security situation in Pakistan
The Hindu The security situation in Pakistan and along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border dominated the talks with the two leaders agreeing that a “comprehensive” … Zardari at 10 Downing for talks with Brown on regional security - |
 FOXNews |
Top cop: Kennedy memorial largest security event
The Associated Press Edward Kennedy have drawn the largest security force he's ever seen in the city. Commissioner Ed Davis said there had only been one minor arrest of a … City, state police prepare for a vast security task Unprecedented security in place for Kennedy funeral Despite rain and heavy security, Kennedy mourners flock to church … |
 660 News |
Iraq security vital for whole region: Iran FM
AFP "Having the security and stability in Iraq or losing it will have a direct effect on all neighbouring countries," said Mottaki. Maliki in turn insisted that … Iran calls for regional meeting on Iraq security Mottaki insists on Iran's support for Iraq's security Iran says Iraq stability guarantees ME security |
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Beggars pose security threats during Ramazan in Pakistan
Xinhua 29 (Xinhua) — Beggars and suspicious persons crowded mosques in Pakistan's major cities posing serious security threats to mosque-goers, according to local … Beggars become security threat |
 Boston Globe |
FACTBOX-Security developments in Afghanistan, Aug 29
Reuters India ZABUL – At least two civilians were killed and 21 wounded when a suicide bomber on foot attacked NATO and Afghan troops patrolling a market in the southern … Panther's Claw an 'enduring' success The Road Home From Afghanistan Extra troops to be sent to Afghanistan |
 Malaysia Star |
Thaksin supporters postpone rally amid tight security
AFP But after the government invoked a harsh internal security law to handle the gathering and began mobilising police and army troops, Red Shirt leader … Thailand passes tough security law to control protest Thai PM readies 5500 troops for weekend rally ANALYSIS-Thaksin's rallies signal trouble for Thai rulers |
 Thaindian.com |
Govinda, ex-CJI among 24 VIPs to lose X-level security
Times of India NEW DELHI: As part of its comprehensive review and rationalisation of the VIP security system, the home ministry has withdrawn X-category security cover of … 30 VIPs off X-category security list Thirty VIPs removed from X-category security list Centre withdraws security cover given to twenty four VIPs |
When McColo was stopped in its tracks last week, most of the online world cheered. The rhyme and reason behind the development mattered little in light of seeing less spam. Only now, there’s at least some question of whether or not things went through the right channels.
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| McColo Takedown = Street Justice? |
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No official ruling against McColo was involved, after all. Law enforcement officials weren’t even in figurative sight, since a tip from The Washington Post was what spurred McColo’s service providers to take action. McColo didn’t get a chance to respond, and it might have just been oblivious to all the spammy activity.
There’s also a concern over what could be considered collateral damage. If not all of McColo’s customers were involved in “bad” stuff, some of them must rightly view the situation they’ve been placed in as being rather unfair.
Individuals participating in a Slashdot discussion tended to agree that what happened to McColo is not a case of vigilantism, however, since McColo’s service providers were just informed of TOS violations.
And even if what happened last week can be called vigilantism, we should all remember that movie audiences tended to side with the Charles Bronson-type characters in “Death Wish” and similar movies.
 A Pakistan News |
UAE reports ship seizure with NKorea arms for Iran
The Associated Press The seizure earlier this month was carried out in accordance with tough new UN Security Council sanctions meant to derail North Korea's nuclear weapons … UAE seized N.Korea arms shipment bound for Iran Aussie ship held for gun running UAE Seizes North Korean Weapons Shipment to Iran |
 The Sun |
Prince-robbing pair arrested in seconds
The Sun A security source said yesterday: "The two men arrested were a bit shocked, to say the least. "If you were going to try to break into a house it would be … |
 BBC News |
Security fears over Khyber Pass
BBC News Gordon Brown and Pakistan's president Asif Ali Zardari have met in Downing Street to discuss the security situation at the border with Afghanistan. … |
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