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Mal Lanyon appointed new NSW Police Commissioner

In a major shake-up for law enforcement, Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon has been named as the next NSW Police Commissioner, succeeding Karen Webb who steps down after a challenging tenure marked by controversy.

California Grants Police Power to Enforce Mask Ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom signs controversial new legislation granting law enforcement authority to enforce mask-wearing bans in most public settings, sparking intense civil liberties debate.

DEA's Covert Surveillance Network Exposed Across US

An investigation reveals the US Drug Enforcement Administration's secret mass surveillance programme, deploying hundreds of covert cameras in streetlights and public infrastructure nationwide without warrants.

NYPD Officer Charged with Assault in Violent Manhattan Arrest

A New York City police officer faces assault charges after bodycam footage revealed the excessive force used during the arrest of a woman in a Manhattan hotel. The incident, which left the victim with a black eye and facial injuries, has sparked internal

Trump Declares Emergency, Takes Control of DC Police

In a dramatic escalation, former President Donald Trump invokes national emergency powers to assert federal control over Washington DC's police force, bypassing Mayor Muriel Bowser and igniting a fierce constitutional debate.

California Enforces Sweeping Public Mask Ban

California Governor's new law bans masks in most public spaces to combat crime, igniting a fierce clash between law enforcement needs and civil liberties concerns. Critics warn it criminalises vulnerable groups and health-conscious citizens.

Australian cop's viral photo sparks intense policing debate

A single photograph of a Queensland police officer has ignited a fierce national debate in Australia, dividing public opinion on modern policing, officer conduct, and the delicate balance between authority and community relations.

Crockett: Police should be 'grounded' like children

US Representative Jasmine Crockett faces a fierce backlash after comparing police reform to grounding misbehaving children on a controversial podcast. Critics accuse her of infantilising law enforcement.

US Justice Dept probes Charlotte police after fatal shooting

The US Department of Justice has opened a sweeping civil rights investigation into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, focusing on use of force and policing practices after the fatal shooting of a man who was seeking help.

Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation

The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth

Supreme Court Forces California to Aid Trump's ICE Crackdown

In a dramatic escalation, the US Supreme Court has backed the Trump administration's bid to force California's state and local law enforcement to act as federal immigration agents, igniting a fierce legal and political battle over states' rights and immig

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