FBI staff silenced over torture May 22, 2008
"Beyond any doubt, what they are doing (and I don't know the extent of it) would be unlawful were these enemy prisoners of war," Spike Bowman, head of the FBI's national security law unit, wrote in July 2003. In 2003 an FBI official ordered the "war crimes file" closed, because "investigating detainee allegations of abuse was not the FBI's mission". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Lawyers Fight Back Over Pension Probe May 16, 2008
Cuomo has no jurisdiction to investigate pensioners because Social Security Law vests the state comptroller with exclusive authority over the retirement system, the plaintiffs contended. The plaintiffs are Nathan M. Swergold of Woodbury, who was general counsel to a sanitary district in the Town of Hempstead; John B. Hogan of Hogan, Sarzynski, Lynch, Surowka & DeWind in Binghamton, who was attorney for the Broome-Delaware BOCES and other school districts; Terence E. Smolev of Forchelli, Curto,... (Law.com)
Guest Commentary-Think of the children May 16, 2008
Thousands of children are owed child support and are unable to collect it due to a loophole in the Social Security law ... By these deadbeat parents hiding under flimsy the Social Security Laws many parents that are owed huge amounts of back child support it is no longer realistic that even monies owed will ever be paid. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
* Japan intervenes to stop UK hedge fund from doubling stake May 14, 2008
Japan yesterday ordered a British hedge fund to drop plans to double its stake in the country's top power wholesaler or face punishment under a national security law, a government official said. It is the first time that Japan, which has almost no natural energy resources of its own, has invoked the law to block a foreign investment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
U.K. Hedge Fund TCI to Get Final Government Order to Drop Bid for J-Power May 13, 2008
The order marks the first time Japan has invoked a national security law to block overseas acquisitions of more than 10 percent in companies deemed vital to public order. The move comes at a time foreign investors, including California Public Employees' Retirement System, are set to ask Japanese companies to improve overall corporate governance. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Govt targets double digit GDP, 10m jobs by 2011 May 13, 2008
Tuesday, May 13, 2008. Tuesday, May 13, 2008. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
• Domestic spying far outpaces terrorism prosecutions May 12, 2008
Even some former government officials concede many intelligence investigations fail to yield evidence of a serious threat to the U.S. "Most of these threats ultimately turn out to be wrong, or maybe just the investigating makes them go away," said Washington lawyer Michael Woods, former head of the FBI national security law unit. "A lot more information is going to pass through government hands, and most of that is going to be about people who turn out to be innocent or irrelevant.". (Q13.com, WA)
Around the Valley May 11, 2008
Call: (800) 877-3400. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
ACT plan for gay marriages thwarted May 5, 2008
"This will allow gay and lesbian couples in Canberra to legally formalise their relationships and unequivocally demonstrate their legal status so as to access Commonwealth superannuation, taxation and social security law reforms.". The renewed push followed a decision by the Federal Government last week to give gay and lesbian de facto couples equality in 100 areas of law where discrimination existed, such as finance, superannuation and social security. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
ACT abandons same-sex civil unions plans May 4, 2008
"This will allow gay and lesbian couples in Canberra to legally formalise their relationships and unequivocally demonstrate their legal status so as to access Commonwealth superannuation, taxation and social security law reforms.". Mr Corbell condemned the federal government's stance, accusing it of resorting to "undemocratic nineteenth century colonial style power" to override legislation which had the clear support of the majority of the ACT Legislative Assembly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Archer in court over SSNIT contributions Apr 22, 2008
50 of the seven workers under him, contrary to sections 22(1) and (2) of the Social Security Law of 1991 PNDC Law 247. He said the accused person as well owed GH2,420. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
House panel: set up five maritime varsities Apr 18, 2008
Online edition of India's National Newspaper Friday, Apr 18, 2008. Special Correspondent. (Hindu)
Thailand martial law to be eased Apr 18, 2008
The new security law was drafted by the military government, and human rights groups say it gives wide and ill-defined powers to the army. Martial law will remain in the southern provinces of Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat because of a separatist insurgency. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Japan Poised to Reject U.K. Hedge Fund TCI's Bid to Increase J-Power Stake Apr 16, 2008
9 percent stake in the nation's largest electricity wholesaler, marking the first time it will invoke a national security law to block foreign investment. The government will unveil measures this afternoon for the hedge fund's J-Power bid that will reflect the recommendation made yesterday by the Finance Ministry panel,'' Chief Cabinet Secretary told reporters in Tokyo today. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Afghans hold secret trials for men that U.S. detained Apr 10, 2008
The prosecutions are based in part on a security law promulgated in 1987, during the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan. Witnesses do not appear in court and cannot be cross-examined. (International Herald Tribune)
'Turncoat' Basra police pursued Apr 9, 2008
Maj Gen Khalif said the alleged renegades are being charged under Article 20 of the Security Law - violation of which, he said, carries a maximum penalty of death. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Africa)
Teacher-cheating penalties over FCAT few but harsh Apr 6, 2008
Manry concluded Sweet was guilty of coaching, but the state did not prove she had "actual knowledge" she violated the state's test security law. It includes a maximum criminal penalty of a year in jail and $1,000 fine. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Memo linked to warrantless surveillance Apr 4, 2008
Suzanne Spaulding, a national security law expert and former assistant general counsel at the CIA, said she found the Fourth Amendment reference in the footnote troubling, but added: "To know (the Justice Department) no longer thinks this is a legitimate statement is reassuring." ... national security law expert. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Memo On Illegal Searches Comes To Light Apr 3, 2008
Suzanne Spaulding, a national security law expert and former assistant general counsel at the CIA, said she found the Fourth Amendment reference in the footnote troubling, but added: "To know (the Justice Department) no longer thinks this is a legitimate statement is reassuring.". "The recent disclosures underscore the Bush administration's extraordinarily sweeping conception of executive power," said Jameel Jaffer, director of the ACLU's National Security Project. (CBS News)
* Ex-Malaysian PM backs challenger Mar 30, 2008
Meanwhile, Malaysia has refused calls to free a Hindu rights activist who was jailed last year under an internal security law, even though he was elected this month to parliament in a show of voter anger at his imprisonment. Lawyer M. Manoharan was one of five Hindu activists detained without charge after they organized an anti-government protest by more than 10,000 ethnic Indians in November. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Dominion Citrus Income Fund Announces a Letter of Intent to Sell Certain Assets of Delta Foods International Mar 27, 2008
Except as required by applicable security law, management disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Contact. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Singapore bus driver jailed for fake info on terror suspect Mar 25, 2008
He was being held under an internal security law which allows for detention without trial. Copyright. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Okinawans rally against U.S. military Mar 24, 2008
TOKYO, March 23 (Xinhua) -- About 6,000 people held an anti-U.S. rally on Sunday in southern Japan's Okinawa Prefecture, calling for revising a basic Japan-U.S. security law and reducing the U.S. military presence on the island. The rally, organized by local women's groups and labor unions in the town of Chatan, was in protest against a series of crimes involving U.S. servicemen since mid February, when a U.S. Marine allegedly raped a local minor girl. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Singapore denies report militant fled to Indonesia Mar 20, 2008
He was being held under an internal security law which allows for detention without trial. This story has been viewed 252 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Prisoners of sentencing politics Mar 15, 2008
The report knocked Russia's "selectivity in enforcement of the law," Burma's "abysmal" level of "indefinite detentions," Iran's "arbitrary arrests," Syria's trying of "political prisoners in criminal courts," and China's "20 percent increase over 2006 in convictions of citizens under China's overly broad state security law.". In specific numbers, the report cited China's 1. (Boston Globe)
Malaysian opposition's gains signal era of change Mar 10, 2008
One of the five activists, M. Manoharan, who was being held without trial under a colonial-era security law, was elected to a state legislature Saturday in a clear sign of defiance toward Abdullah and the government. It is unclear how Manoharan, if he remains incarcerated, will carry out his duties. (International Herald Tribune)
China's top legislator promises more public participation in food safety legislation Mar 8, 2008
Other legislation on this year's agenda include the law on state-owned assets, the social security law, the circular economy law and the law on arbitration of disputes concerning contracted rural land, and revision of the electoral law, the organic law of the NPC and the law on state compensation, according to Wu's report. Editor: Jiang Yuxia. (Xinhuanet, China)
Transcript of a Press Briefing by Masood Ahmed, Director, External Relations Department, IMF Mar 7, 2008
That said, there are some outstanding items on the reform agenda, and, as I said, while there has been progress in a number of areas that would enable us to pave the way for the completion of the seventh review of the program that the Fund is supporting, passage of the social security law has taken longer than initially envisaged by the authorities and we do look now to progress being made in this key area so that we can complete the pending seventh review. QUESTIONER: Masood, do you have... (IMF News)
Red alert for escaped JI militant Mar 2, 2008
He was being held under an internal security law which allows for detention without trial. In The Straits Times, Singapore Foreign Minister George Yeo described Kastari's escape as "a setback" that the country will learn from. (India Times)
Singapore says escaped JI suspect still in city Mar 2, 2008
He was being held under an internal security law that allows for detention without trial. He was arrested on the Indonesian island of Bintan near Singapore in 2003, reportedly for carrying false identification, and was jailed for 18 months. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Conroy demands Telstra network plans Feb 29, 2008
February 29, 2008 08:45am AEDT. THE Rudd Government has given Telstra an ultimatum to hand over detailed plans of its entire network operations to rivals hoping to bid against it in a tender for the $8 billion national broadband scheme. (Australian IT)
Egyptian terrorism suspect to address allegations Feb 27, 2008
An expert in national security law, he explained that public reaction to excessive secrecy on grounds of national security has forced CSIS and related agencies to divulge more. CSIS officials now say they are subject to internal directives to "give till it hurts" in terms of providing disclosure in certain court cases. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Malaysian police break up protest Feb 17, 2008
They are being held under a rarely used security law that allows indefinite detention without trial. Are you in Kuala Lumpur. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Wait problem: Rescreening rule for Canadian bags is criticized Feb 13, 2008
The Transportation Security Administration is exploring possible changes but for now must rescreen luggage from Canada under the security law enacted after the 9/11 attacks, TSA spokeswoman Ellen Howe said. The law requires all luggage on U.S. flights to be checked for bombs with certain machines that are not used in Canada, Howe said. (USA Today -- Money)
President discusses election security with PM in one-on-one meeting, Orders resolution of Sindh-NEPRA row over coal power tariff Feb 9, 2008
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan. Saturday, February 09, 2008. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Airline Operators Ask Virgin Nigeria To Relocate To Local Airport Feb 9, 2008
"Several draconian reasons were taken by Europe and America in the name of national security and the whole world complied, but we are at a loss at the Virgin Nigeria insistence of breaking national security law aided by their technical partner who should know better on issues concerning national security", he added. The AON, however, denied knowledge of any report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) which Virgin Nigeria claimed it rated the MMA2 low on international standards. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Temple demolitions anger Malaysia Indians Feb 7, 2008
Less surprising, say political observers, was the response of the government, which arrested five HINDRAF leaders under a controversial security law that allows indefinite detention without trial. The five were accused of inciting racial hatred and threatening public safety. (Christian Science Monitor)
Blocs Form on Both Sides of Immigration Fight Jan 31, 2008
At the center of the debate is O'Malley, who two weeks ago rejected a recommendation from his top transportation officials to comply with a federal security law by devising two tiers of driver's licenses. One would have maintained driving privileges for undocumented immigrants, who can get licenses now. (Washington Post)
Ethnic anger on the rise in Malaysia Jan 31, 2008
The five men are being held indefinitely and without trial under an internal security law. "This is a country that is in search of soul, in search of a common mission," said Charles Santiago, coordinator of the Group of Concerned Citizens, an organization that seeks solutions to ethnic strife in the country. (International Herald Tribune)
Small change Jan 20, 2008
"Before 9/11, there were basically three people [at the Justice Department] responsible for terrorist financing, and I was one of them," says Jeff Breinholt, now director of national security law at the International Assessment and Strategy Center, a Washington, D.C.-based research foundation. After 9/11, prosecutors and regulators were given a new toolkit. (Boston Globe)
Poppy crackdownOn the trail of Afghanistan's attempts to stem the drug trade Jan 20, 2008
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Mugabe changes security, media laws Jan 20, 2008
Zimbabwean authorities have passed changes to the country's tough security laws after veteran President Robert Mugabe gave his final seal of approval, a state daily reported on Saturday ... The revised media laws provide for the reconstitution of a government media commission which licences journalists and news organisations, while the amendments to the security law compel the police to give valid reason for banning a rally ... Critics said the media and security laws were used by Mugabe to... (iAfrica.com)
Thai court clears way for Thaksin allies to form govt Jan 18, 2008
The generals last month also pushed through a controversial security law that allows a military body, with cabinet approval, to suspend basic rights anywhere in the country at any time. Under the PPP's new coalition, some of the oldest and most controversial politicians in Thailand would take top positions in government. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Yar'Adua orders review of NEEDS 2 framework Jan 15, 2008
Tuesday, January 15, 2008. Tuesday, January 15, 2008. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
* Singaporean artist on hunger strike over detainments Jan 1, 2008
A Singaporean artist said yesterday he had begun a hunger strike to seek the release of Malaysian Hindu rights activists detained under a tough security law. "At 9am I began," Seelan Palay, 23, said from outside the front gate of the Malaysian High Commission. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Thai elections are food for thought Jan 1, 2008
If the PPP makes too much use of its parliamentary majority, brings Thaksin back to power or challenges the military, then the generals might use the internal security law to defend their interests. Thailand's readjustment of its electoral districts shows that there might be initial difficulties with its introduction, especially where it interferes with the long-established political environment and the allocation of benefits. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
San Diego scholars see slaying as blow to democracy Dec 28, 2007
Have you applied for aid from County Medical Services. The Union-Tribune would like to hear from you about your experience with CMS, a program that pays medical bills for uninsured low-income adults. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Deposed leader set to win election Dec 24, 2007
Last week, the military-installed parliament approved a controversial internal security law that critics warned will let the military keep a grip on power even after the election, which was billed by the government as a return to democracy after 15 months of military rule. The vote pitted the PPP widely seen as a reincarnation of Thaksin's Thai Rak Thai Party against the Democrat Party, the country's oldest. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Thaksin party win may continue Thai political uncertainty Dec 24, 2007
Another potential tool for interference is an internal security law that was passed Thursday by an interim legislature. The law revives a Cold War-era military directorate and empowers it to detain suspects without trial, order curfews, and overrule civilian agencies during vaguely defined emergencies. (AZCentral -- News)
Shadow of exiled prime minister hangs over Thailand's first post-coup election Dec 23, 2007
Abhisit said Saturday he would allow Thaksin, who is watching the election from Hong Kong, to return "to face charges here so justice will prevail.'' Irrespective of Sunday's results even the prospect of Thaksin's return is sure to create further political polarization and raise fears of another coup by the powerful military. Last week, the country's military-installed parliament approved a controversial internal security law that critics warned will allow the military to maintain a grip on... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Report: Merrill Lynch may get capital infusion from Singapore's Temasek Dec 23, 2007
The Jakarta Post - Thailand approves internal security law that critics say maintains military's grip ... Thailand approves internal security law that critics say maintains military's grip ... BANGKOK (AP): Thailand's military-installed parliament approved a controversial internal security law that critics warned Friday will allow the military to maintain a grip on power even after this weekend's general election. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Exit polls: Thaksin allies win in Thai Dec 23, 2007
The military-installed parliament recently approved a controversial internal security law that critics warned will allow the military to maintain a grip on power even after the election. The new law will allow the Internal Security Operations Command, a key security watchdog, to order curfews, restrict freedom of movement and curb the powers of government officials in situations deemed harmful to national security. (USA Today)
* Thai parliament approves new internal security law Dec 22, 2007
Thai parliament approves new internal security law ... Thailand's military-installed parliament approved a controversial internal security law that critics yesterday warned will allow the military to maintain a grip on power even after this weekend's general election ... Hundreds of activists protested outside parliament on Thursday, one of several demonstrations against the security law. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
In Thai elections, divisions persist as military rule ends Dec 21, 2007
Police blocked protesters trying to enter Bangkok's parliament yesterday to stop the National Legislative Assembly from passing a security law before the upcoming elections. (CHAIWAT SUBPRASOM/REUTERS) |Print| Text size + By Seth Mydans International Herald Tribune / December 21, 2007. (Boston Globe)
Prepared Remarks of Attorney General Michael B. Mukasey at the American Bar Association National Security Law Breakfast Dec 20, 2007
It's a pleasure to be here with you today. I want to talk to you this morning about the need to put in place--permanently--the national security tools that we use for the war on terror--and in particular, about the need to modernize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or "FISA" as it's commonly called. (PR Newswire)
Police charge man in April murder Dec 19, 2007
Richmond County deputies charged Bernard Rayfield Ellison, 22, Tuesday morning in the murder of Robert Love. Mr. Love, 22, was shot several times on April 28 and died later that day at Medical College of Georgia Hospital. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Kansas holds off Georgia Tech Dec 19, 2007
ATLANTA - Russell Robinson, more accustomed to setting up other scorers, took his turn on the Kansas high-scorer carousel against Georgia Tech. Robinson scored 17 points, becoming the Jayhawks' seventh different leading scorer in 11 games, and No. 3 Kansas survived a last-minute scare to remain unbeaten with a 71-66 victory over the Yellow Jackets on Tuesday night. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More leeway for welfare recipients Dec 19, 2007
It questioned whether the practice breached social security law. Prof McMillan said the government departments involved had responded positively to the report. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Zim to soften security, media laws Dec 18, 2007
The security laws have been used by authorities to ban protests by opposition groups, including a rally in March when Tsvangarai and other opposition figures were assaulted by the security services ... "The gap between the two sides is narrowing. The fact that government has agreed to amend the security law means the assumed threat posed by the MDC is declining.". (iAfrica.com)
Malaysia: more detentions coming under security act Dec 16, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Malaysia has promised of more detentions under a controversial security law after rumours of a weekend rally caused racial unrest, the New Straits Times said on Sunday, citing a senior security official. The widely circulated text messages said the Malay-majority would conduct race riots in the Kampung Baru area in the capital Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, in retaliation to a mass rally brought by the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), who complained of racial... (Reuters India)
Relationships register productive: Rudd Dec 16, 2007
This was particularly so if an appropriate nationally uniform legislation was added to reform and remove any impediments to same sex couples in relation to inheritance law, taxation law and social security law, he said. A national register would officially record an existing gay relationship, but would not endorse the more controversial step of approving same-sex marriage or civil unions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
* Malaysian PM defends arrest of ethnic Indians Dec 15, 2007
Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi defended a decision to detain five ethnic Indian activists under a tough security law as in the interests of public order, state media reported. The five leaders of the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), pushing for an end to alleged discrimination of ethnic Indians were picked up on Thursday and ordered held under the Internal Security Act (ISA). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Malaysia's Anwar condemns use of security law Dec 15, 2007
Malaysia's Anwar condemns use of security law. Fri Dec 14, 2007 7:26am EST. (Reuters)
Malaysia defends action against ethnic Indian leaders Dec 14, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR: Defending the decision to invoke a draconian security law against ethnic-Indian leaders, Malaysia Premier Abdullah Badawi said their actions "could be deemed as treachery" while an opposition party said it will challenge the move in court. Abdullah said Hindraf's allegations of "ethnic cleansing" and marginalisation of ethnic-Indians in Malaysia had hurt the country's image and could seriously impair efforts to attract investors and tourists. (India Times, India)
PM defends arrest of activists Dec 14, 2007
MALAYSIAN Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi defended a decision to detain five ethnic Indian activists under a tough security law as in the interests of public order, state media reported. The five leaders of the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), pushing for an end to alleged discrimination of ethnic Indians in multi-racial Malaysia, were picked up yesterday and ordered held under the Internal Security Act (ISA). (NEWS.com.au)
