September 3, 2021 – In Breaking News – CNN
US intelligence officials are anticipating foreign terrorist organizations will seek to exploit the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and “probably the US withdrawal from Afghanistan” in their messaging, according to a FBI, DHS, and NCTC joint intelligence bulletin obtained by CNN.
The agencies also concluded that homegrown violent extremists are unlikely to initiate or accelerate attack plotting solely in response to the upcoming 20th anniversary of the terror attacks.
(As Americans mourn and reflect on the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, the government remains focused on national security. Courtesy of Good Morning America and YouTube. Posted on Sep 5, 2021.)
Recent media publications linked to Al Qaeda and ISIS have referenced the September 11, 2001, attacks and attempted to exploit current events to recruit new followers and inspire homegrown violent extremists, the bulletin, which is dated Sept. 1, said.
For example, in July, Al Qaeda released a 14-minute English-subtitled video, “America Burns,” via its official media arm that included news clips and images of current events that highlighted the Covid-19 pandemic, perceived divisions in the US and its declining economy.
According to the intelligence assessment, the video suggests the 6 January attack on the US Capitol was more impactful than the “fourth plane” that “did not hit its target” — likely referring to United Flight 93, which crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
While these groups have not yet issued media releases specifically addressing the upcoming anniversary, terrorist messaging celebrating the attacks has typically been released on or closer to September 11, according to the bulletin.
“Media produced by AQ, ISIS, and their affiliates and branches which reference the 9/11 attacks likely reinforce [homegrown violent extremists’] anti-US sentiments and contributes to their radicalization by serving as a reminder of past success in targeting the United States,” the bulletin says.
Additionally, the bulletin points out that homegrown terrorists have only rarely carried out attacks in response to symbolic dates or events.
Continue reading… DHS, FBI expect foreign terrorist messaging to exploit 9/11 anniversary and Afghanistan withdrawal, intel bulletin says
9/11’s Heartbreaking Cancer Toll after 20 Years: 24K Cases
August 21, 2021 – In Breaking News – NEW YORK POST
With the 20th anniversary of 9/11 weeks away, the number of cancer victims among Ground Zero responders and others who lived, worked or went to school near the World Trade Center has risen to 23,710, including 1,510 people who died, health officials say.
Experts are not shocked at the rising toll, saying more cancers would normally be expected in the aging group. But they cite ongoing studies that raise red flags, and warn of a “third wave of disease.”
(Researchers have discovered a possible link between dust at Ground Zero and prostate cancer among first responders. Dr. William Oh is deputy director of The Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai. He shares his findings in this episode of Mount Sinai Spotlight, a weekly medical series highlighting timely topics, innovation, and research. Courtesy of the Mount Sinai Health System and YouTube. Posted on Sep 24, 2019.)
Ongoing studies show several cancers have hit those exposed to toxic chemicals around Ground Zero at higher rates than the general population: thyroid, prostate and blood cancers such as leukemia.
“It is a warning sign that we can expect other cancers to be showing up at significant rates in the future,” Dr. Michael Crane, medical director of the WTC clinical center at Mount Sinai Medical Center, told The Post, ”We can’t let our guard down.”
About 400,000 first responders and others breathed in toxic dust and air pollutants released by the destroyed Twin Towers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention*** estimates.
The federally funded WTC Health Program has 112,042 enrolled responders and “survivors.”
Of them, 65,037 have certified WTC-related illnesses as of June 30. Another 4,627, including those with cancer, have died, but the program does not track the cause of death.
One of the first afflicted was retired NYPD Detective John Walcott, who worked months at Ground Zero and at Fresh Kills landfill on Staten Island, sifting debris for human remains.
Stricken with acute myeloid leukemia in 2003 at age 38, doctors suspected the trigger was benzene, a cancer-causing chemical that permeated the WTC site from burning jet fuel.
Continue reading… 9/11’s heartbreaking cancer toll after 20 years: 24K cases, over 1,500 deaths
FBI, DHS & CDC Recognized in 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program
American Security Today’s ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards program is today in its Sixth Year and continues to recognize the Outstanding Innovations of top firms and agencies in the Homeland Security and Public Safety fields.
The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program highlighting the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition, and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time.
American Security Today is pleased to announce TSA Administrator David Pekoske, will join the organization as a featured speaker at the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Presentation Luncheon, on November 18, 2021 at ISC East in New York City.
“On the heels of an unprecedented global pandemic, continued unrest in our cities and potentially catastrophic cyberattacks on our nations critical infrastructure, the focus of the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon will be on the latest, state-of-the-art innovations that are driving investments in new public security and safety technologies and systems,” said AST Editorial and Managing Director Tammy Waitt.
“As a recognized expert in crisis management, strategic planning, innovation and aviation, surface transportation and maritime security, David Pekoske’s message highlighting his top priorities and challenges for the TSA based on his years of wide-ranging experience will be critical to our attendees internalizing the critical nature of these escalating challenges, and realizing innovative new approaches to meet them.”
The 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is Proudly Sponsored by AMAROK, Fortior Solutions and SIMS Software, along with Returning Premier Sponsors ATI Systems, Attivo Networks, Automatic Systems, and Reed Exhibitions.
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards at https://americansecuritytoday.com/ast-awards/.
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Don’t see a Direct Hit for your Product, Agency or Organization?
With the unprecedented occurrence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus of the safety and security industries has realized the need to increase innovations to address the daily growing challenges.
As such AST aims to make sure these firms and professionals are reflected in the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program, so we’d like to encourage you to submit appropriate categories recommendations and include COVID-19 Frontline Professionals in your Nominations to see that these Professionals, Facilities, and Vendors receive the Recognition they Deserve!
Submit your category recommendation for consideration to Michael Madsen, AST Publisher at: mmadsen@americansecuritytoday.com.
Register for the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Luncheon Today
At ISC East 2021 you with the opportunity to interact with a broad array of security industry professionals.
ISC East works closely with other businesses in the security and public safety space to help bring together the Northeast’s largest security trade show each year.
In collaboration with premier sponsor SIA (Security Industry Association) and in partnership with ASIS NYC, ISC East is proud to work with and be supported by various associations, trade publications, charities, and more.
Therefore, the ISC audience of security dealers, installers, integrators, consultants, corporate, government and law enforcement/first responder practitioners will be joined by the ASIS NYC audience of major corporate managerial-through-director-level national and global security executives.
The combination of one-on-one conversations with the industry’s top innovators, integrators and security executives, special events, high-quality education and training, and strong support from industry associations, will allow attendees to learn and evaluate solutions from leading security exhibitors and brands.
Your ‘ASTORS’ Awards Luncheon registration includes complimentary attendee access to ISC East – Thank take advantage of this exclusive luncheon opportunity to take a break from the show – Invite your team, guests, clients and show visitors to a lovely and affordable plated meal event in the heart of New York City, for a fabulous networking opportunity!
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Why American Security Today?
The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old school basics to what is Today – a fast changing security landscape.
The traditional security marketplace has long been covered by a host of publications putting forward the old school basics to what is Today – a fast changing security landscape.
American Security Today is uniquely focused on the broader Homeland Security & Public Safety marketplace with over 75,000 readers at the Federal, State and local levels of government as well as firms allied to government.
American Security Today brings forward a fresh compelling look and read with our customized digital publications that hold readers eyes throughout the story with cutting edge editorial that provides solutions to their challenges.
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‘PROTECTING OUR NATION, ONE CITY AT A TIME’
AST Reaches both Private & Public Experts, essential to meeting these new challenges.
Today’s new generation of public safety and security experts need real-time knowledge to deal with domestic and international terrorism, lone wolf attacks, unprecedented urban violence, shifts in society, culture and media bias – making it increasingly difficult for Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Military and Private Security Professionals to implement coordinated security measures to ensure national security and improve public safety.
These experts are from Government at the federal, state and local level as well as from private firms allied to government.
AST provides a full plate of topics in our AST Monthly Magazine Editions, AST Website and AST Daily News Alerts, covering 23 Vital Sectors such as Access Control, Perimeter Protection, Video Surveillance/Analytics, Airport Security, Border Security, CBRNE Detection, Border Security, Ports, Cybersecurity, Networking Security, Encryption, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Campus Security, Security Services, Corporate Facilities, and Emergency Response among others.
AST has Expanded readership into integral Critical Infrastructure audiences such as Protection of Nuclear Facilities, Water Plants & Dams, Bridges & Tunnels, and other potential targets of terrorism.
Other areas of concern include Transportation Hubs, Public Assemblies, Government Facilities, Sporting & Concert Stadiums, our Nation’s Schools & Universities, and Commercial Business Destinations – all enticing targets due to the large number of persons and resources clustered together.
To learn more about the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winners solutions, Check Out the New 2020 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS Edition Fully Interactive Magazine – the Best Products of 2020 ‘A Year in Review’.
The Annual CHAMPIONS edition includes a review of the ‘ASTORS’ Award Winning products and programs, highlighting key details on many of the winning firms products and services, includes video interviews and more.
It is your Go-To source throughout the year for ‘The Best of 2020 Products and Services‘ endorsed by American Security Today, and can satisfy your agency’s and organization’s most pressing Homeland Security and Public Safety needs.
From Physical Security (Access Control, Critical Infrastructure, Perimeter Protection and Video Surveillance Cameras and Video Management Systems), to IT Security (Cybersecurity, Encryption, Data Storage, Anti-Malware and Networking Security – Just to name a few), the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ CHAMPIONS EDITION has what you need to Detect, Delay, Respond to, and Mitigate today’s real-time threats in our constantly evolving security landscape.
It also includes featured guest editorial pieces from some of the security industry’s most respected leaders, and recognized firms in the 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program.
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For a complete list of 2020 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winners, click here.
For more information on All Things American Security Today, and the 2021 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program, please contact Michael Madsen, AST Publisher at mmadsen@americansecuritytoday.com.
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