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Beyond Zero: Enterprise security for the AI era
Enterprise security is transitioning from human-speed security to high-frequency, AI-mediated defense. This new model is called Beyond Zero, and the fundamental concepts for the new architecture are laid out in this article. Beyond Zero allows for a contextual, risk-based, resource-level authorization model to run at machine speed, securing both humans and agents without overburdening users. The Beyond Zero model has the following key features: Resource/action-based security.
Khamenei’s Killing and the Perilous Death of the Assassination Ban
During the opening salvo of Operation Epic Fury on Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched a series of airstrikes against Iran that intentionally killed Iran’s head of state, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, along with several other senior Iranian officials. Given the intent, scale, and effects of the joint operation, the strikes constituted both an act of aggression and a violation of the international norm against assassination.
Efficacy and safety of different inhaler types for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. a systematic review and meta-analysis - npj Primary Care Respiratory Medicine
Abstract Pressurised metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) contain propellant gases with high global warming potential yet remain a cornerstone of management for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The aim of this study was to determine whether non-propellant alternatives of dry powder inhalers (DPIs) and soft mist inhalers (SMIs) had similar efficacy and safety.
A Nebraska girl went looking for a date to a high school dance. One week later, she was murdered. Original
On March 25, 1969, 17-year-old Mary Kay Heese never returned home from school in Wahoo, Nebraska. Hours later, her body was found beaten and stabbed to death on the side of the road outside of town. Investigators tried to retrace Mary Kay's last known whereabouts. One witness saw Mary Kay get into a car with two men on a street corner near her home. But investigators at the time were unable to figure out who was in that car. Weeks turned into months with no arrests.
Machines in the Alleyways: China’s Bet on Autonomous Urban Warfare
PLA-linked research indicates a concerted attempt to develop lethal, autonomous drone swarms specifically for urban warfare, with Taiwan in mind. The results could be catastrophic. Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Infinty 0 Subscribe for ads-free reading Much of the public discussion on China’s development of autonomous weapons systems thus far has centered on the sea and air domains but have not grappled with how the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) could deploy these systems for urban warfare.
Machines in the Alleyways: China’s Bet on Autonomous Urban Warfare - Tribune Content Agency
Much of the public discussion on China’s development of autonomous weapons systems thus far has centered on the sea and air domains but have not grappled with how the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) could deploy these systems for urban warfare.
Machines in the Alleyways: China’s Bet on Autonomous Urban Warfare
PLA-linked research indicates a concerted attempt to develop lethal, autonomous drone swarms specifically for urban warfare, with Taiwan in mind. The results could be catastrophic. Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Infinty 0 Subscribe for ads-free reading Much of the public discussion on China’s development of autonomous weapons systems thus far has centered on the sea and air domains but have not grappled with how the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) could deploy these systems for urban warfare.
Impact of carbon footprint information on inhaler prescribing intentions by general practitioners: protocol for an online factorial randomised experiment
Keywords randomised experiment prescribing general practitioner primary care respiratory inhalers asthma carbon footprint epidemiology Introduction The climate crisis necessitates urgent action across all sectors to reduce emissions, including healthcare, which contributes substantially to greenhouse gas emissions globally1. To achieve net zero targets, health systems must transition to low carbon clinical care2.
Woman says tea laced with pills given to ex was a chemistry experiment
It was in the early morning hours of Jan. 12, 2020, when 31-year-old Shea Briar was found clinging to life on a rural road in Jay County, Indiana. Briar was unable to communicate, and first responders were initially unsure of what had happened to him, but when he arrived at the hospital, medical staff discovered a bullet wound in his back. "There was no exit wound … It was actually in his heart," Jay County Sheriff's Detective Ben Schwartz told "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green.
Indiana woman says tea laced with pills given to ex-fiancé was a chemistry experiment
It was in the early morning hours of Jan. 12, 2020, when 31-year-old Shea Briar was found clinging to life on a rural road in Jay County, Indiana. Briar was unable to communicate, and first responders were initially unsure of what had happened to him, but when he arrived at the hospital, medical staff discovered a bullet wound in his back. "There was no exit wound … It was actually in his heart," Jay County Sheriff's Detective Ben Schwartz told "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green.
Man fakes cancer diagnosis in attempt to win back ex-wife
Michael Loftus Sun, December 14, 2025 at 12:15 PM UTC 4 min read In the early hours of New Year's Day 2021 in Canton, Georgia, Morgan Metzer was awakened to a terrifying sight. A man wearing a mask and all black clothing was standing at her bedroom doorway. The man ran and jumped on top of her. "That's when he started pistol-whipping me," Morgan said. The assailant used zip ties to constrain her wrists before strangling her nearly unconscious twice.
Store receipt provides alibi for Utah man eyed in murder 500 miles away
On the afternoon of Dec. 14, 2023, Anthony Holland was watching TV when law enforcement showed up to his home near Salt Lake City, Utah. "I honestly thought I was going to jail for something," Holland recalled during an interview with "48 Hours." But he says he had no idea what crime he committed. "Have you ever heard of the name Kristil Krug?" one of the investigators asked him. Holland said he once dated a woman named Kristil Krug. In fact, she was his first love.
Utah man eyed in Colorado murder believes victim's spirit urged him to buy sweatshirt that helped clear him
On the afternoon of Dec. 14, 2023, Anthony Holland was watching TV when law enforcement showed up to his home near Salt Lake City, Utah. "I honestly thought I was going to jail for something," Holland recalled during an interview with "48 Hours." But he says he had no idea what crime he committed. "Have you ever heard of the name Kristil Krug?" one of the investigators asked him. Holland said he once dated a woman named Kristil Krug. In fact, she was his first love.
What Australia’s climate targets mean for our health
The world is facing the clear and present threat of climate change; something once seen as future and hypothetical has well and truly arrived. Records tumbled in 2024 - the hottest year ever recorded - with global average surface temperature exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for the first time. Since a landmark 2009 paper named climate change as the coming century’s greatest health threat, initiatives like the Lancet Countdown have tracked its growing toll on illness and death.
Gutting U.S. Government Humanitarianism Makes the Defense Department’s Job Harder
To paraphrase J. Robert Oppenheimer and Gen. James Mattis, some 64 years later, the United States learns again and again that it cannot achieve its political ends with coercion alone and with more investment in soft power like humanitarian aid and diplomacy, less is needed for war. Last month, reduction-in-force notices pinged into email inboxes throughout the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration at the U.S. Department of State.
493: July 4th insanity, some Big Beautiful Bill B.S. and Moon bath rules!
493: July 4th insanity, some Big Beautiful Bill B.S. and Moon bath rules! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
492: Bunker Busters on Iran, No Kings 2.0 and No Panty Day!
492: Bunker Busters on Iran, No Kings 2.0 and No Panty Day! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
491: When reality hits back it’s hilarious. Plus: holiday weekends and sex appeal. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
486: Cocaine Politics, Mothers Day & Venus of the beautiful Booty
What a wild episode of The Loftus Party podcast we have this week! Right before we rolled tape on the show, Michael Loftus caught some breaking news! Wow! What looked like a little nose candy party was all over the internet! Appearances can be deceiving but we had some fun with the idea of Cocaine politics! Then we dipped into some Mother’s Day goodness and no one is above the law, part 2! It just keeps getting better! The we dip on over to Locals and Patreon (where you should be) and the...
487: The FBI’s shell game blues and crazy timing on Joe’s booty news.
Welcome to the preamble for The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus! Here’s what’s on the show this week! News, politics, pop culture and laughs. We had to kick things off with some jokes and observations on former FBI Director James Comey and his crazy cover story about his shell post.
490: LA Riots, Government on Diets. And Moon Baths? Let’s try it!
It with great enthusiasm that we bring you The Loftus Party podcast episode 490! Here’s what your host, Michael Loftus has on tap for you this week: The season of riots is here again for LA. This time they say it’s about deportations, but we will dig in a bit farther and have some laughs. There is a new sheriff in town, baby! It’s not Gavin Newsom and it’s not Karen Bass either. LOL1 We haven’t forgotten about the Big, Beautiful Bill either! Here’s the perfect way to put the government on a diet.
488: Fire up the Doge cuts! Why Bob Dylan is still a thing and slut month is shaping up!
It’s this week’s episode of The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus and dang it, you deserve to enjoy it! Enjoy it! This week we are getting in the need for the DOGE cuts and making those happen! Also, we gotta give a shout out to Bob Dylan. You’re going to be surprised. And lastly, Slut Month is happening. Yup. Full steam ahead! Thanks for being here and I hope you enjoy the show. If you want to show your support and get all the cool extras?
489: Las Vegas, Bono, Cory Booker and Pride month are all bonkers
The Loftus Party podcast coming to you from Las Vegas this week! Michael Loftus is doing a bunch of shows, but the podcast has to happen! This week, we’re dipping into Vegas insanity with coverage of Bono going bonkers on Rogan. Cory Booker and his disturbing salute. And what’s bigger than Pride month? Slut month! It’s coming up in July. We gotta get ready! Want to show your support and get all the cool extras? We’re on Locals and Patreon.
The Loftus Party Podcast #490. LA Riots, Government on Diets. And Moon baths? Let's try it!
It with great enthusiasm that we bring you The Loftus Party podcast episode 490! Here’s what your host, Michael Loftus has on tap for you this week: The season of riots is here again for LA. This time they say it’s about deportations, but we will dig in a bit farther and have some laughs. There is a new sheriff in town, baby! It’s not Gavin Newsom and it’s not Karen Bass either. LOL1 We haven’t forgotten about the Big, Beautiful Bill either! Here’s the perfect way to put the government on a diet.
The Loftus Party Podcast #489: Vegas, Bono, Booker and Pride Month are Bonkers!
Greetings and salutations all you wonderfully sexy heathens! It’s The Loftus Party podcast coming to you from Las Vegas this week! Michael Loftus is doing a bunch of shows, but the podcast has to happen! This week, we’re dipping into Vegas insanity with coverage of Bono going bonkers on Rogan. Cory Booker and his disturbing salute. And what’s bigger than Pride month? Slut month! It’s coming up in July. We gotta get ready! Thanks so much fot being here and I hope ya love the show.
The Loftus Party Podcast #488. Fire up the Doge cuts! Why Bob Dylan is still a thing and slut month is shaping up!
We’ll get this podcast posted by hook or by crook! Woo hoo! It’s this week’s episode of The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus and dang it, you deserve to enjoy it! Enjoy it! This week we are getting in the need for the DOGE cuts and making those happen! Also, we gotta give a shout out to Bob Dylan. You’re going to be surprised. And lastly, Slut Month is happening. Yup. Full steam ahead! Thanks for being here and I hope you enjoy the show.
The Loftus Party Podcast #487 - The FBI’s shell game blues and crazy timing on Joe’s booty news.
Welcome to the preamble for The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus! Here’s what’s on the show this week! News, politics, pop culture and laughs. We had to kick things off with some jokes and observations on former FBI Director James Comey and his crazy cover story about his shell post.
The Loftus Party podcast #484: Cocaine Politics, Mother's Day & Venus of the beautiful Booty
What a wild episode of The Loftus Party podcast we have this week! Right before we rolled tape on the show, Michael Loftus caught some breaking news! Wow! What looked like a little nose candy party was all over the internet! Appearances can be deceiving but we had some fun with the idea of Cocaine politics! Then we dipped into some Mother’s Day goodness and no one is above the law, part 2! It just keeps getting better! The we dip on over to Locals and Patreon (where you should be) and the...
The Loftus Party Podcast #485 Deportation battles with AOC and one dreamy handy
This weeks episode of The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus is another jam packed episode of news, comedy and general podcasty goodness but with a touch of Star Wars for May the 4th. On this episode we’re getting into the latest deportation battles, Tom Holman and AOC plus you’ll never guess who had a wild dream about a certain British political figure. What is happening? Laughs. Laughs are happening. Want to show your support and get all the cool extras?
Author AJ Rice is in the house for this episode of The Loftus Party podcast with Michael Loftus! We’re talking about his new book, “The White Privilege Album Volume 2′. We also get into some newsy goodness as well. Supporters on Locals and Patreon get the 5-star treatment with a giant episode of their own.
Oh, the clever titles we bring! It’s The Loftus Party Podcast with Michael Loftus! This week’s show has Katy Perry in space, DeMS- 13 and deportations plus a Covid shocker! You’ll also be treated to a Michael Caine impersonation. Value added baby! I would be remiss in my duties if I didn’t remind you about Trans visibility Month and why Slut Month is better. Plus, my final ruling on your pubic region grooming and what is frowned upon. Bush. Let’s not bring that back. I’ll explain.
No one is above the law & a great sex tape life hack!
It’s the official preamble to the show! This week is a special one. The Loftus Party podcast with Michael Loftus Southern California edition! News, Laughs, Pop Culture! We’re finding out that no one is above the law and that includes judges! Lots to laugh about there. Let’s do it! Theres tons of other news we’re getting into. And then? One of the very best sex tape life hacks in the history of sex tapes! Thank me later. And join in on the Locals or Patreon app.
484: No one is above the law & a sex tape life hack! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
483: Balls, Strikes, Wuhan flu and saying no to Bush.
483: Balls, Strikes, Wuhan flu and saying no to Bush. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
482: Author AJ Rice has a new book! Plus: Hot fire in the bonus segment!
482: Author AJ Rice has a new book! Plus: Hot fire in the bonus segment! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
481: Take me to the blob! A colour revolution & butt girl.
481: Take me to the blob! A colour revolution & butt girl. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
480: Dave Landau is here! New book, stand up & Spokane!
480: Dave Landau is here! New book, stand up & Spokane! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
479: Working mans special edition! The Donald, Elon, TDS & more!
479: Working mans special edition! The Donald, Elon, TDS & more! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
478: The idiots are coming for Shakespeare. Let’s roast those morons.
478: The idiots are coming for Shakespeare. Let’s roast those morons. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
The Loftus Party Podcast #477: The power of jail and the horrible truth about hippies.
It’s The Loftus Party podcast with Michael Loftus and we are loaded for bear as they say. There is news, jokes and insight a plenty! But guess what? We don’t bitch about things without offering solutions. So, how about that? We’re at a point in our countries history where we need a lot of people to go to jail. After what DOGE has found and what we already know about the intelligence community and Epstein Island? Jail. Lot’s of jail is needed. We’re talking Hollywood and Hippies. Ugh.
475: Think bigger! Ft Knox, Doge, all of it. Plus: Judging booty part 2
475: Think bigger! Ft Knox, Doge, all of it. Plus: Judging booty part 2 We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Manage consent Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
Georgia man fakes cancer diagnosis in attempt to win back ex-wife
In the early hours of New Year's Day 2021 in Canton, Georgia, Morgan Metzer was awakened to a terrifying sight. A man wearing a mask and all black clothing was standing at her bedroom doorway. The man ran and jumped on top of her. "That's when he started pistol-whipping me," Morgan said. The assailant used zip ties to constrain her wrists before strangling her nearly unconscious twice. A photo of Morgan Metzer following the attack at her home.
Serial killer Lewis Lent is in prison, but questions remain unanswered for investigators
Lewis Lent was convicted for murdering two children in Massachusetts and New York, including 12-year-old Sara Anne Wood. But investigators still don't know where he buried her. Here's a timeline of this decadeslong saga. Oct. 22, 1990: Jimmy Bernardo disappears James "Jimmy" Bernardo, 12, goes missing. He was last seen outside the Pittsfield Plaza Cinema Center in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, around 5 p.m. Jimmy never came home, and his parents called the police later that evening. Nov.
Crosley Green's final hours of freedom
Guest Author, Michael Loftus Updated September 4, 2024 at 1:55 PM·2 min read On Monday, April 17, Crosley Green gave his final goodbyes to loved ones gathered at the 65-year-old grandfather's residence in Titusville, Florida. After two years of freedom, Green was ordered back to prison following a federal court's ruling to reinstate his conviction for a murder he says he did not commit. Crosley Green saying goodbye during his final hours of freedom on April 17, 2023.
The UK Has Gone Mental. on Apple Podcasts
Welcome back, you sexy heathens. Grab your invite and have a seat. The Loftus Party is raging again
England Has Had Enough. on Apple Podcasts
The first Loftus Party invite is out for August, and we say good-by to slut month, sadly. But never fear, you sexy heathens; there is still plenty of summer left! So cop a squat and give a listen, won't you?
RDJ Back at Marvel & Booty Power on Apple Podcasts
The newest invite to the most fabulous party around just dropped, so grab your invite to The Loftus Party Podcast and enjoy your sexy heathens!
2 more weeks of slut month! on Apple Podcasts
We're halfway through slut month you sexy heathens and here is your newest invite to the hippest party around. The Loftus Party
There Will Always Be Booty. on Apple Podcasts
We're here with the news you need and the disdain it deserves, so grab a seat, and let's enjoy the hippest party around The Loftus Party is here.
Blade Runner Series News & Great Butts! on Apple Podcasts
Welcome back, you sexy heathens. We hope you had a great Independence Day! Here is your newest invite to the hippest place in town: The Loftus Party!
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