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Churchgoers Embrace ‘Warrior Training’ to Defend Congregations Amid Rising Attacks on Worship Sites

As violent incidents at religious institutions grow nationwide, many churchgoers are turning towards specialized training programs to ensure their safety during worship. One such initiative, Sheepdog Church Security, has become increasingly popular for its courses that equip volunteer security teams with the necessary skills to protect congregations while keeping spiritual values at their core. Founded in 2014 by Kris Moloney, a former military and law enforcement officer, Sheepdog Church Security has seen significant growth in …

Fenerbahce vs. Trabzonspor Match Ends in Chaos: Fans Storm Pitch and Players Forced to Defend Themselves

Istanbul, Turkey – Chaos erupted in Istanbul, Turkey, after a match between Fenerbahce and Trabzonspor in the Super Lig. Following a 3-2 victory for Fenerbahce, violence broke out when Trabzonspor fans stormed the pitch in an attempt to attack the winning team’s players. The intense encounter saw Michy Batshuayi scoring the decisive goal, leading to a heated atmosphere in the Papara Park stadium. The situation escalated as supporters began hurling objects onto the pitch, prompting …

Police Defend Response to Maine Mass Shooting After Two-Day Search

AUGUSTA, Maine – Maine state police have faced criticism over their handling of a search for a gunman who killed 18 people at a bowling alley and bar last fall. The shooting was the deadliest in state history, and the police took two days to find the body of the shooter, Robert Card, who died by suicide. The delay in finding Card has raised questions and led to an independent panel investigating the police response. …

Maine State Police Defend Delay in Finding Mass Shooter After Deadly Maine Massacre Incident

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Maine state police faced criticism for the delay in their search for a gunman responsible for the deadliest shooting in state history. After finding the shooter’s abandoned car, there was concern that he might be planning an ambush. The two-day search resulted in the discovery of the shooter’s body and brought tens of thousands of Maine residents being ordered to shelter in their homes. The search for shooter Robert Card, who …