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Japan Times
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Japan Times
U.S. travelers can keep shoes on at airport security, TSA says
U.S. travelers no longer have to worry about removing their shoes to go through standard airport security checkpoints, a change that will likely speed up screening for airline passengers. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem rolled out the policy change at an event at Washington Reagan National Airport on Tuesday, saying the Transportation Security Administration's layered approach to security allowed the update. The change takes effect immediately, she said, adding that she thinks travelers will be "thrilled' about it. "We're so excited that we can make the experience for those individuals traveling throughout our airports in the United States much more hospitable, more efficient,' Noem said, adding that streamlining the process is especially important as the U.S. prepares to host large events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Some travelers subjected to extra screening may still have to remove their shoes, she said, though she didn't specify the conditions. The change, which Bloomberg reported Monday, extends a benefit already available to individuals who pay for TSA PreCheck to ordinary travelers. Noem said TSA is also evaluating other checkpoint requirements, including liquids restrictions and laptop removal rules, though no decisions have been made. TSA's reversal on removing shoes ends a policy that has been for nearly two decades one of the most visible — and criticized — features of the post-9/11 heightened U.S. airport security system. Critics, who've long dismissed the shoe rule as more security theater than actual security, have also faulted the policy for increasing wait times at security checkpoints at American airports. Noem rejected the notion that shoe removal was security theater but said it's generally no longer necessary thanks to other layers of security. The change also puts the U.S. in line with most other global aviation hubs including the European Union, Dubai and Singapore, which typically don't require travelers to take off their shoes when going through airport security. The U.S. requirement to remove footwear was made mandatory in August 2006 — following a failed attempt in 2001 by "shoe bomber' Richard Reid to ignite explosives packed in one of his sneakers on an American Airlines flight. The plans were first reported by Caleb Harmon-Marshall, a former TSA officer and the creator of the Gate Access travel newsletter.
Global News
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Global News
FIFA 2026 impacts to shutter Lower Mainland courts for nearly a month
When the biggest event in world soccer touches down in Vancouver next year, it will also create a big headache for the province's court system. The chief justice of the B.C. Supreme Court is warning that the FIFA 2026 World Cup will have 'very significant impacts' on court operations. 'The important priorities of public safety and traffic and crowd management during the event will draw heavily on police resources in the Lower Mainland and potentially elsewhere in the province,' Justice Ron Skolrood wrote in a recent notice. 4:06 Cost to host 2026 FIFA World Cup keeps going up 'For similar reasons, the BC Sheriff Service may have difficulty providing its usual level of support for court operations, including for the transport to court of accused persons in custody, for jury management, and for courthouse security.' Story continues below advertisement Skolrood added that anticipated traffic disruptions, the unavailability of hotel rooms for witnesses and deliberating juries and uncertain availability of police officers are also expected to affect the courts. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy As a result, the Vancouver, New Westminster, Abbotsford and Chilliwack law courts will be virtually shut down between June 12 and July 8, 2026. 'The Court is committed to ensuring that the Court maintains sufficient capacity to handle urgent matters and emergency hearings during the events and to protecting the safety and security of court participants, court proceedings and courthouses,' the chief justice said. All criminal trials by either judge or jury set for that period will need to be rescheduled, as will any jury selections. Civil jury trials scheduled during the FIFA period will also need to be postponed. 2:08 Provincial, municipal and First Nations governments sign FIFA memorandum of understanding The court will continue to schedule chambers applications during the period, but Skolrood said they could still see disruptions. Story continues below advertisement B.C. Premier David Eby said the World Cup will be the 'largest sporting event ever in the history of our province, and that as during the 2010 Olympics, British Columbians will need to put up with some disruptions. However, he said the province would work with the courts to ensure people's right to a trial is not unduly affected. 'This can be a very sensitive area for disruption; people have a right to a trial in a certain, fixed amount of time — we have to hit those targets. In fact, we are best in Canada for hitting those targets,' Eby said. 'But we have more work to do to ensure every single trial gets to court on time, and we will work with the court to make sure we address any concerns they may have.' Vancouver is scheduled to host seven games during the tournament, starting on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Muscat Daily
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Oman set for crucial Palestine test in 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Amman, Jordan – Oman will face Palestine on Tuesday in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier, with a place in the next round at stake. The match will kick off at 10:15 pm Oman time at the King Abdullah Stadium in Amman, Jordan. A draw or a win will be enough for Oman to advance to the Asian play-offs for the tournament, which will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Speaking at a press conference in Amman, head coach Rashid Jaber said his team was focused on securing three points. 'We are playing against a team with good players, and our goal is to collect the three points that will qualify us to participate in the Asian play-offs for the 2026 World Cup,' he said. 'The match is important and requires effort.' Oman defeated Palestine 1-0 in the first leg held at the Sultan Qaboos Complex in Bausher during the fifth round of Group Two matches in the third stage of Asian qualifying. A large contingent of Omani supporters is expected to arrive in Jordan on Tuesday to back the national team. Meanwhile, Australia take on Saudi Arabia in Jeddah with automatic qualification for next year's World Cup finals on the line. Tony Popovic's outfit go into the meeting at the King Abdullah Sports City with one foot on the plane to North America after a 1-0 win over Japan on Thursday brought the Socceroos breathing room in their quest for a place at the finals. Australia hold a three-point lead over Herve Renard's side and a large enough goal difference to leave the Saudis needing to win by five goals to climb into second and claim the last automatic berth from the current phase of Asian preliminaries. Japan have already secured top spot in Group C while Iran, Uzbekistan, South Korea and Jordan have taken the other berths available to Asian nations at the expanded World Cup from the third phase of qualifying. A further two spots will be up for grabs from a fourth round of qualifiers to be played in October. Anything other than a significant win over the Australians would see Saudi Arabia finish third in Group C and enter that next phase, where they would join the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Iraq and Indonesia.
Bloomberg
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Trump Signs Order to Boost Drone Security Before World Cup
President Donald Trump signed executive orders Friday to boost US drone capabilities, including strengthening counter-drone tools ahead of major sporting events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics that will be hosted in the country. 'Taking action on airspace security has never been timelier,' Michael Kratsios, the director of White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy, told reporters Friday, citing the upcoming events that are expected to draw millions of fans to the US. 'The administration is cracking down on unlawful drone use, ordering a federal task force to ensure US control over American skies and prioritizing the detection and identification of drones in real time.'
Economic Times
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Economic Times
Win, draw, or wait? What Socceroos need to do against Japan to avoid a playoff nightmare
What Australia needs to qualify Live Events Players to watch out for (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Australia's Socceroos are on the brink of securing a direct qualification in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a tense 1–1 draw against Japan . The match will begin at 7:00 PM AWST on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Optus Stadium in Perth and will be watched by a lively home crowd eager to see their national team take a big step toward the expanded World Cup in North America. This fixture was the second-last in Australia's AFC Third Round qualifying Perth, Japan fielded an experimental squad after clinching qualification. Australia hasn't defeated Japan in 16 years, but coach Tony Popovic insists that his team has evolved and can nearly guarantee qualification in Perth. Popovic praised the team's growth since a prior draw with Japan last has two final qualifiers: against Japan (home) and against Saudi Arabia (away). They currently sit three points above Saudi Arabia with a superior goal difference of +9 and a three-point lead, meaning a win over Japan would virtually secure second place, if Saudi Arabia loses to Bahrain.A draw could also suffice, depending on Saudi and Indonesian results. A loss would require a strong draw in Jeddah to hold off the Saudis.A key figure in the Australian squad is defender Alessandro Circati . The 21‑year‑old returned from an ACL injury ahead of schedule and is now fully fit to play for his hometown side in Perth. His return boosts the Socceroos' back line. Mat Ryan, the veteran goalkeeper, also remains confident and focused on helping Australia secure the points Riley McGree and Ryan Teague bring fresh energy. McGree adds experience, while Teague seeks to build on his recent national team Milos Degenek has warned of the risks associated with the intercontinental playoff path. Australia has taken that path in 2018 and 2022 and sees it as a tougher, more uncertain path. He hoped for direct qualification through securing top-two status in Group only two matches left, this is the Socceroos' final window to avoid a playoff. Popovic and his team will be hoping to utilize the team's improved form, strong defence, and home the campaign's fate also hinges on results from other matches. Saudi Arabia and Indonesia's games could influence Australia's path. For now, one win or even two draws could deliver them straight to North America's expanded 48-team World Cup 2026.
