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How has COVID-19 affected crime?

Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

Crime rates are declining in 2020 — thanks to COVID-19. Or at least that’s what we thought. Violent crime and property crime rates did indeed fall during the first months of the pandemic, according to the FBI. However, the report does not categorically state that the period covered by the data coincides with COVID-19 quarantines and social distancing rules. Furthermore, some large cities are dealing with increases in crimes like burglaries and gun violence.

7 tips to clean and maintain a bolt-action rifle

Tim Frechette Recreation & Leisure

You just got your bolt-action rifle and you’ve been shooting it at the gun range from time to time. It leaves dirt and gun powder residue on your rifle. In order to keep it in good working condition, you need to properly clean your rifle. Here are some tips to clean and maintain a bolt-action rifle.

Special education is a challenge during COVID-19

Bambi Majumdar Education

There have been numerous debates on the pros and cons of e-learning during the pandemic. The school year has started, and a large portion of the nation's K-12 children are learning virtually. It is not an ideal situation, but it seems to be the best way to keep them safe from the virus. However, providing the same services to students with disabilities has been quite a challenge. Special education administrators across the nation are struggling to get their online learning programs off the ground.

Heathrow’s airlines must pay for failed expansion plans

Matt Falcus Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

A clash has recently developed between British Airways owners IAG and London Heathrow Airport after it was revealed that the airport can pass on the bill for the money it spent on its failed third runway proposal to its airlines. Plans to expand Heathrow with a third runway have been in the works since the 1970s, but in recent years a major push to gain approval was undertaken; so much so that early preparation and investigation works, not to mention the planning and legal work behind the bid, amounted to $650 million.

Report: Was there enough oversight for federal virus aid?

Seth Sandronsky Civil & Government

A new report on recipients of federal pandemic aid from the CARES Act asks if there was adequate congressional oversight before tax dollars went out the door as the economy closed to slow the spread of COVID-19 in March. "The revelation that tens of thousands of CARES Act recipients have records of misconduct — including some cases of a criminal nature — raises the question of whether the eligibility criteria for the grant and loan programs were strict enough," according to Philip Mattera, research director at Good Jobs First, a Washington, D.C.-based watchdog group.

How the CDC’s ban on evictions affects small landlords

Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk Management

On Sept. 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an order to halt residential evictions through Dec. 31, 2020. The CDC issued the order under Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act in an effort to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. The CDC notes that the order doesn't relieve individuals of their obligation to pay rent, and doesn't preclude charging or collecting fees, penalties, and interest as the result of failing to pay rent in a timely manner.

Infographic: The complete guide to authentication methods

Dylan Press Science & Technology

In 2018, 81% of security incidents were tied to stolen or weak passwords. Passwords just aren't secure, and hackers attack every 39 seconds. So, how do we achieve security online? This infographic outlines alternative authentication methods as well as the security level of each.

What to know about protecting yourself in the outdoors

John McAdams Recreation & Leisure

While the vast majority of sportsmen will never need to protect themselves from a predator of any sort while afield, this is an area where it’s especially important to heed the Boy Scout motto and prepare for the worst. After all, while it’s extremely unlikely that you’ll ever need to use a weapon in self-defense, you’ll be really glad you were appropriately prepared if that time ever comes.

Guidelines for employers about limiting political speech at work

D. Albert Brannen Business Management, Services & Risk Management

With the social and civil unrest in our country and November elections looming, everyone seems to have strong opinions about the issues and candidates. Inevitably, these opinions may come up during conversations at work, where they can become disruptive and interfere with productivity. Such conversations can also expose employers and employees to legal risks if they do not fully understand the laws that govern speech at work.

How school resource officers can help ensure student safety during the…

Amanda Kowalski Education

School resource officers are often the calm in the middle of daily educational chaos. During a worldwide pandemic, these officers’ jobs have changed dramatically, but they can still bring some sense of normalcy to their students and school staff while fighting crime and COVID-19 — in new ways.

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