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Safety analyst recommends de-escalation in traffic confrontations
SUMMARY: In Jacksonville, a woman was shot in the face following a traffic argument. Crime Analyst Tom Hackney emphasizes the importance of de-escalation during such confrontations, warning that arguments can escalate dangerously, especially with armed individuals involved. The incident occurred when the victim was stopped in traffic, and the suspect approached her car, leading to a brief argument before the shooting. The victim is in critical condition, and the suspect has been detained. Hackney advises avoiding confrontations and prioritizing escape to prevent escalation. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact local law enforcement or CrimeStoppers.
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Pentagon is the latest agency to announce a leak investigation that could include polygraphs
SUMMARY: The Pentagon is investigating leaks of national security information, with Defense Department personnel possibly facing polygraph tests as part of the inquiry initiated by the Trump administration. A memo from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office mentioned “unauthorized disclosures” but lacked specifics. President Trump denied reports that adviser Elon Musk would receive briefings on military strategy. Secretary Kristi Noem of Homeland Security announced increased lie detector tests for employees. The Justice Department is also probing selective leaks about the Tren de Aragua gang. While polygraphs are often used for security, their reliability is questioned, and they are generally inadmissible in court.
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Miami-Dade brush fire now 50% contained, officials say
SUMMARY: A massive brush fire in South Miami-Dade is now 50% contained after reinforcements arrived. Over 26,000 acres have burned, surpassing the size of California’s Palisades fire. Despite clearer conditions this morning, dry weather and strong winds have hindered firefighting efforts. Helicopter crews and fire-stopping chemicals are being used to contain the flames. Traffic disruptions have been severe, especially along US1, affecting commutes and events. Cardtown Road has been closed since Tuesday. A road rage incident occurred during the backup, resulting in an arrest. The fire is expected to burn throughout the weekend, with ongoing updates.

Florida officials say the southwest Miami-Dade brush fire is 50% contained. This is starting to impact people’s commutes vacations, and events around southwest Miami-Dade.
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Flights resume at London Heathrow after a daylong closure sparked travel chaos around the world
SUMMARY: London Heathrow Airport resumed operations after an almost daylong closure caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation. Over 1,300 flights were canceled, affecting 200,000 passengers. While the airport’s backup power system functioned, it wasn’t sufficient to fully restore operations. British Airways, the largest airline at Heathrow, managed 85% of its flights on Saturday, but disruptions are expected to last for days. Authorities are investigating the incident, with concerns raised about the UK’s infrastructure preparedness. Despite criticism, Heathrow’s CEO praised staff for their swift response and acknowledged the complexity of recovering operations.
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