January 28, 2026
Humanity Police - ICE POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

Arizona AG Remarks on Shooting ICE Agents: What It Means for Civil Stability and the Risk of Broader Conflict

A recent statement by Kris Mayes suggesting that Arizona’s expansive “Stand Your Ground” self-defense law could legally justify use of lethal force against unidentified, masked Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents has ignited a fierce national debate about law enforcement accountability, public rhetoric, and the potential for civil instability. The controversy reflects deeper tensions between […]

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Humanity POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

U.S. Set to Exit the World Health Organization: Links to Project 2025 and What It Could Mean for America’s Future

The United States is set to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2026, according to reporting by Reuters. The decision marks a major shift in U.S. global health policy and has prompted renewed debate over international cooperation, domestic public health preparedness, and the country’s long-term geopolitical standing. The move also aligns closely with […]

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Humanity Police - ICE POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

ICE Under Intensifying Scrutiny: Death in Custody, Warrantless Home-Entry Claims, and Child Detentions — Oversight Gaps and What Citizens Can Do

Three recent reports—an ICE custody death ruled a homicide, a newly revealed internal memo asserting power to enter homes without a judge-signed warrant, and the detention of a five-year-old child in Minnesota—have converged into a broader national debate about how U.S. immigration enforcement is being conducted, how much oversight exists, and what consequences (if any) […]

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Humanity Police - ICE POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

The 7-Day Notice Fight: What the Law Was Meant to Do, Why a Judge Wouldn’t Block DHS’s New Policy, and What It Means for ICE Agents and Detainees

A new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy requiring seven days’ notice before members of Congress can visit Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities has become a flashpoint after Minnesota lawmakers were turned away from an ICE facility days after a fatal shooting involving an ICE agent. The dispute centers on what federal law […]

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Humanity POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

U.S. Sees First Negative Net Migration in Half a Century — Economic Shock or Strategic Reset?

For the first time in more than 50 years, the United States has experienced negative net migration, meaning more people left the country than entered it during the most recent measurement period, according to ABC News and U.S. Census–based analysis. This reversal marks a significant demographic shift with wide-ranging consequences for states, industries, and long-term […]

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Humanity POLITICS, TECHNOLOGY & THE HUMANITIES

Trump Moves to Cut Federal Funding to Sanctuary Cities and States — Legal Battles, Policy Impacts, and Broader Fallout

On January 14, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the federal government will stop making federal payments to so-called “sanctuary cities” and to states that have such cities beginning February 1, 2026. The statement did not specify which specific funds or programs would be withheld. Trump called sanctuary jurisdictions “corrupt criminal protection centers” and […]

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Pentagon’s Embrace of Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Global Debate Over Military AI Use

The U.S. Department of Defense announced plans to integrate Elon Musk’s Grok artificial intelligence chatbot into Pentagon networks, a move that has drawn international attention and widespread controversy due to the chatbot’s prior issues and the sensitive nature of military data involved. The decision, led by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, positions Grok alongside Google’s generative […]

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Iran’s Nationwide Blackout: Security, Suppression, and Global Strain

In early January 2026, Iran imposed one of its most severe national communication blackouts in recent history, cutting off internet access, mobile data, voice calls, and most links to the outside world. The blackout, occurring amid escalating anti-government protests and a brutal internal security crackdown, has profound implications for both domestic security and international relations. […]

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The Growing Battle Over U.S. Datacenters: Energy Costs, Environmental Risks, and Political Fallout

A coalition of more than 230 environmental organizations has called for a national moratorium on new datacenters in the United States, reflecting intensifying concern over the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure. Groups like Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth, and Food & Water Watch argue that datacenters — essential for AI, cloud computing, and cryptocurrencies […]

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Implications of the South Korea IP Camera Hack & How to Protect Against Similar Attacks

The recent arrest of four individuals in South Korea for hacking more than 120,000 Internet Protocol (IP) cameras reveals a significant global vulnerability in consumer surveillance technology. While this case occurred in South Korea, its implications extend far beyond national borders. IP cameras—used for home security, baby monitoring, pet surveillance, and small business oversight—are now […]

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