Winston-Salem Wins Federal Money For Terrorism Programs
Winston-Salem is getting federal money to help fight terrorism. The award was announced Friday.
Terrorism
U.K. Releases 'How-To' Video On Surviving A Terrorist Shooting
The four-minute public service film advises the public to "run, hide, tell" in case of a firearms attack.
As ISIS Gets Squeezed In Syria And Iraq, It's Using Music As A Weapon
The Islamic State is losing territory in Iraq and Syria but is trying to keep its supporters' spirits up through song. Its newest release, "My State Remains," reveals an organization down but not out.
How Facebook Uses Technology To Block Terrorist-Related Content
Social media firms are under pressure to block extremist activity on their sites. Facebook is hiring thousands more people to review content, but artificial intelligence also plays a role.
FBI Investigating Flint Airport Stabbing As Possible Act Of Terrorism
The FBI identified the assailant as Amor Ftouhi of Quebec. He reportedly yelled "Allahu Akbar," or "God is great," before stabbing an airport police officer in the neck Wednesday in Flint, Mich.
How Big A Threat Is Extremism In Southeast Asia?
The Philippines has been a recent flashpoint, but violent episodes have taken place elsewhere, too. Islamist groups in the region are diverse and the threat of terrorism is not confined to ISIS.
White House Downplays Trump Tweets On Gulf Feud
The White House and the State Department stressed the need for cooperation among Arab allies, after President Trump appeared to take the side of Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors against Qatar.
UNC Won A $900,000 Grant, But The Trump Administration Won't Send The Money
In January, the Department of Homeland Security announced 31 winners in a controversial grant program to fight violent extremism.
ISIS Claims Responsibility For London Attack That Killed 7, Injured 48
The attack began when a van crossing London Bridge veered into pedestrians. Three men exited the vehicle and began a stabbing rampage in which hundreds fled for their lives.
Why I Think The Manchester Attack Was Aimed At Women And Girls
An attack like this scares women into submission, says ElsaMarie D'Silva, who works to stop street harassment in India.