Islamic State is regrouping, and that is a concern for everyone. Security experts are monitoring the militant group as it recruits members across the Middle East and Africa. They have developed new methods of communicating with their followers in Europe, which are much harder to trace.
Far-Right Threat Escalates
Equally terrifying is the threat of far-right thugs competing with militant Islamists in an escalating vicious cycle of extremism. Just yesterday, we reported a troubling rise in referrals to the Government's anti-terror scheme, Prevent.
That aligns with warnings today that ISIS-inspired extremists are getting younger and are radicalised online. Fortunately, for the most part, plots have been thwarted by European security agencies. However, the nature of terrorism means security forces must remain vigilant every day, as plotters only need to get lucky once.
Beach Blue Flag Concerns
Most people view the blue flag as a gold standard for beach water quality. If you see it, you expect the water to be safe. Yet dozens of people have reported illness after visiting beaches with this mark of excellence. While it is unclear if sewage overflow from water companies is behind this wave of sickness, the Environment Agency says it is at least part of the picture. Andy Burnham has promised to address water companies polluting Britain's waterways, but that will take time. For now, for your family's health, it is wise to double-check the website before trusting the blue flag.
Chris Kamara's Prostate Cancer Message
Good on Chris Kamara for sharing his prostate cancer scare story. As he says, nobody likes going to the doctor, but Prostate Cancer UK's risk checker takes 30 seconds and could save your life.
