SUMMARY: Australian police revealed that an explosives-filled trailer found in Sydney, initially believed to be part of an antisemitic terrorism plot, was actually a sophisticated hoax by criminals seeking personal gain. Despite its alarming appearance, officials confirmed the trailer was never intended to detonate, lacking a detonator. Investigators believe the perpetrators aimed to distract authorities and leverage the situation for reduced criminal sentences. This revelation followed a series of antisemitic crimes in Australia’s major cities, which were committed by a small group rather than ideologically motivated individuals. The situation has heightened concerns within the Jewish community, despite the absence of true extremist intent behind the incidents.

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SUMMARY: Starting Sunday night at 10 p.m., nightly closures on I-95 from Emerson Street to Atlantic Boulevard will occur until March 11, reopening at 6 a.m. These closures are necessary for the removal and relocation of overhead signs as part of a larger $247 million project aimed at widening I-95 and improving infrastructure. The project includes adding lanes, raising the highway profile, replacing bridges, and resurfacing Emerson Street. Detours are established for both westbound and eastbound drivers. With the time change, drivers are encouraged to remain vigilant due to potential darker conditions during commutes.

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SUMMARY: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced new leadership at the agency responsible for immigration enforcement, emphasizing increased lie detector tests for employees to prevent leaks about operations. During her appearance on CBS’ “Face the Nation,” Noem stated her commitment to enforcing the law in line with President Trump’s deportation agenda. Two leadership appointments were made, with Todd Lyons as acting ICE director and Madison Sheahan as deputy director. These changes follow concerns about the pace of deportations and recent leaks about planned operations. Noem also revealed plans to prosecute two individuals for leaking sensitive enforcement information.

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