policing
Coverage of policing in the Nexus archive.
- Europe’s Palantir problem
Europe is struggling to reduce its reliance on U.S. tech firm Palantir, which is deeply integrated into critical sectors like policing, national defense, and health systems. A report reveals Palantir's strategies to minimize tax payments in Europe, prompting discussions on viable European alternatives.
- After Pride weekend arrests, Trans March organizers meet with Mayor Lurie to call for change
Trans March organizers met with Mayor Daniel Lurie to present a letter of demands following incidents of policing and the arrests of five people after Pride weekend. The meeting aimed to address concerns related to the arrests and policing practices.
- Abortion and policing divide Democrats in St. Louis Senate primary
State Rep. Steve Butz and former Rep. Gina Mitten are competing in the Missouri Senate District 4 Democratic primary, with Butz emphasizing policing and law enforcement support while Mitten highlights abortion rights as a key issue. Both candidates have strong financial backing and endorsements from different unions and organizations.
- Africa: Peace Hinges On People-Centred Policing, Global Summit Hears
UN officials emphasized that policing is the cornerstone of peace ahead of the fifth UN Chiefs of Police Summit, which begins on Tuesday. The summit's focus on people-centred policing is highlighted as crucial for peace in Africa, as noted in the title.
- To improve policing, fix its talent problem
The article highlights a talent problem in policing, noting that the role of chief constable has become too large and unattractive to potential candidates.
- Can China’s strict policing model ‘silence the guns’ in Africa?
China is promoting its strict policing and arms control expertise to stabilize Africa’s conflict-torn Great Lakes region, leveraging its reputation as a safe country. This initiative is part of a broader effort to address weapons proliferation and reduce conflict in areas where China has significant economic interests.
- NYC teens say jobs and mental health, not policing, would curb violence
NYC teens advocate for jobs and mental health as solutions to curb violence, rather than policing. City safety officials, including a Deputy Mayor for Public Safety, met with students and teachers from MECA High School.
- Eluru IGP urges use of AI in policing for efficiency
Eluru IGP urges the adoption of AI in policing to enhance efficiency. The focus is on leveraging artificial intelligence to improve operational effectiveness in law enforcement.
- Home Minister reviews policing, traffic, cybercrime and narcotics control measures
The Home Minister reviewed measures related to policing, traffic, cybercrime, and narcotics control. The focus was on assessing existing strategies and protocols in these areas.
- The case of a UK teen who died from a stab wound while handcuffed by police stirs debate
An 18-year-old UK teen, Henry Nowak, died from a stab wound while handcuffed by police after being dismissed by officers who believed a suspect's claim of racism. The incident in Southampton sparked protests and a debate over policing, race, and knife crime, with political figures including Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Nigel Farage commenting on the case.
- What Henry Nowak’s murder does — and does not — tell us about policing
The article discusses the comparison of Henry Nowak's murder to the Stephen Lawrence case by Kemi Badenoch, highlighting differing failures in both situations. It emphasizes the need to view Nowak's killing as a pivotal moment for policing reforms, similar to the Lawrence case.
- The case of a UK teen who died from a stab wound while handcuffed by police stirs debate
An 18-year-old UK teen, Henry Nowak, was killed in December after being stabbed while handcuffed by police in Southampton. The case has sparked debates on policing, race, and knife crime, with the killer, Vickrum Digwa, lying about a racist attack. Protests and clashes with police occurred, and a police watchdog is investigating the officers' response.
- UK police handcuffed teen who died from stab wound in a case stirring race and policing debate
A British teenager died from a stab wound after being handcuffed by police despite informing officers he was injured, sparking a debate over policing and racial issues.
- How many must die before NYC gets real on policing e-bikes?
The article questions why an individual was operating a dangerous e-bike on a path designated for slower cyclists, highlighting a lack of effective rules and enforcement. It criticizes New York City's failure to address e-bike safety adequately.
- Met vows to release body camera footage to show the 'good and bad' in policing as Sir Mark Rowley hits back at 'armchair critics'
The Metropolitan Police (Met) has pledged to release body camera footage to highlight both positive and negative aspects of policing. Sir Mark Rowley, the Police Commissioner, defends this move against criticism from 'armchair critics' who question police conduct.
- 'We're taxing the rich': NYC Mayor Mamdani touts new $500M-a-year tax on luxury second homes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul announced a new $500 million annual tax on luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more, targeting non-resident ultra-wealthy individuals. The tax aims to fund city services like policing, parks, and free childcare, with Mamdani emphasizing it as a step toward fairness for working New Yorkers.