Monthly Archives: January 2014

Military yanks leash of critical government watchdog

Military yanks leash of critical government watchdog Tom Vanden Brook, USA TODAY 5:58 p.m. EST January 30, 2014 In one case, the command praised progress at a hospital that it said… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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House panel opens probe into Navy bribery and fraud scandal

House panel opens probe into Navy bribery and fraud scandal KRENTZ JOHNSON/REUTERS – Defense contractor Leonard Francis, right, is shown in this courtroom sketch with his attorney Patrick Swan, Judge David… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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A Brief Explanation of the Private Security Regulatory Initiatives: The Standards

A Brief Explanation of the Private Security Regulatory Initiatives: The Standards January 29, 2014 Originally Posted on Affiliate Dextra Fortis’ Blog. By Dr. Ian Ralby. THE STANDARDS: The ICoC in Paragraph… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Serco warns on profits as government ban is lifted

Last updated: January 30, 2014 6:53 pm Serco warns on profits as government ban is lifted By Gill Plimmer Hundreds of millions of pounds were wiped off Serco’s market value on… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Serco ‘on right path’ after tagging overcharging, says minister

0 January 2014 Last updated at 08:55 ET Serco ‘on right path’ after tagging overcharging, says minister Serco lost the government contract for electronic tagging Continue reading the main story Related… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Former Canadian brigadier-general Daniel Menard in Afghan jail accused of gun smuggling

Former Canadian brigadier-general Daniel Menard in Afghan jail accused of gun smuggling JEREMY KELLY KABUL — Special to The Globe and Mail Published Thursday, Jan. 30 2014, 7:32 AM EST Last updated Thursday,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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7 Israeli Security Companies Who Could Help Putin Protect the Sochi Olympics

Zack Miller, Contributor 1/29/2014 @ 7:45AM |1,623 views 7 Israeli Security Companies Who Could Help Putin Protect the Sochi Olympics The 22nd Winter Olympics are to be held in short time… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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ANC pushes through xenophobic clause in PSIRA Bill – DA

ANC pushes through xenophobic clause in PSIRA Bill – DA Dianne Kohler Barnard 28 January 2014 Dianne Kohler Barnard says that despite letters from various international embassies, 51% expropriation clause passed… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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An American Tragedy

An American Tragedy January 30, 2014 by Bruce Bawer 10 Comments In his fascinating new memoir, Civilian Warriors, Erik Prince – founder of Blackwater, the security firm that became world-famous for… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Benedict Cumberbatch to test fan compassion by playing a private military contractor

Benedict Cumberbatch to test fan compassion by playing a private military contractor Kevin McFarland Jan 28, 2014 • 2:25PM Benedict Cumberbatch has attracted such a devoted fan base for his roles… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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