A TSA union? What’s next — a union for the military?
The Obama election victory has heartened unions working to organize the Transportation Security Administration. According to Government Executive the American Federation of Government Employees and National Treasury Employees Union are moving quickly to take advantage of a new Democratic adminstration.
TSA to finally screen air cargo on passenger flights
TSA announced they have reached an agreement with the European Union, that TSA and the Directorate-General for Energy and Transport will screen at least 50% of all air cargo in the US and EU carried by passenger planes, by February, 2009.
TSA wants to implement large aircraft security program
In a movie to prevent general aviation aircraft from being used to transport dangerous people or goods, the Transportation Security Administration has filed a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would effectively subject planes to the same scrutiny as commercial aircraft.
Big Brother is watching travelers — here’s what you can do about it
A group of Canadian human-rights advocates and computer security researchers has discovered a huge surveillance program in China that may be tracking your phone calls. It’s just the latest in a series of computer-security breaches that may affect travelers.
Carry-on liquid ban expected to be lifted — in the UK
The UK government is in discussions with security companies and UK airports to lift the ban on liquids in carry-on luggage as early as next year. Technology already in-place at Heathrow’s Terminal 5 can automatically detect the presence of liquids in carry-on bags. Scientists are testing the scanners to ensure they can also determine if the liquids are harmful.
On 9/11 anniversary, TSA upgrades its … uniforms?
Just what the country needs. On the seventh anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Transportation Security Administration has unveiled its latest “improvement” — new uniforms.
Is your hotel a terrorist target? Maybe, says secret government document
Your hotel may be a terrorist target, according to the Department of Homeland Security. A secret document outlines specific terrorist threats to properties.
10 tips to protect valuables from travel theft
Cash stolen at TSA security checkpoints, belongings taken from checked-in luggage at airports or cruise terminals, jewelry stolen from hotel rooms or cruise ship staterooms, handbags slashed and stolen while strolling down a promenade are making travelers victims every day. Ned Levi has 10 suggestions to protect yourself.
Government tracking citizens who cross land borders
If you are a U.S. citizen crossing the border over land, your information may be retained by the Department of Homeland Security for 15 years. That information may be used for criminal and intelligence investigations.
Security grounds Megatron but fan is allowed to fly
I know the folks at airport security all over the world are trying to keep everyone safe by sometimes erring on the side of caution, but have they gone too far this time?