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MI5 apologises for 2017 Manchester Arena bombing

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2 years ago

March 3, 2023

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Inquiry reveals the agency did not act quick enough to prevent attack

New Information has come to light over what happened at the Ariana Grande Concert Terror Attack.

An inquiry into the 2017 Manchester Arena attack found that Britain’s domestic intelligence agency did not act swiftly enough.

The attack killed 22 people and the inquiry found the MI5 did not act promptly enough on crucial information, missing a significant opportunity to prevent the suicide bombing.

According to the judge who led the inquiry, an MI5 officer had considered the intelligence regarding the suicide bomber to be a possible national security concern, but did not communicate it quickly enough with colleagues.

MI5 Director General Ken McCallum publicly apologised for the agency’s failure to prevent the attack.

“I deeply regret that such intelligence was not obtained,” he told Sky News.

If the MI5 had acted on the intelligence it received, it could have potentially stopped the attacker at Manchester Airport four days before the attack.

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Reports show that workplace mental health is at an all-time crisis point, demanding proactive strategies

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6 hours ago

October 8, 2024

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As Mental Health Week highlights the urgency of action, businesses are being urged to shift their mindset from compliance to proactive mental health strategies.

As Mental Health Week highlights the urgency of action, businesses are looking to implement crucial forward actions to boost workplace resilience.

Mental Health Crisis: Workplace mental health and wellbeing are at a crisis point, demanding urgent action from businesses.
Costly Impact: Business owners and senior leaders recognise the financial strain mental health issues place on organisations, yet solutions remain unclear.
Leveraging Laws: Psychological safety laws offer a framework to reverse the costly impact of workplace mental health challenges.
Mindset Shift: A change in approach is required, viewing mental health regulations as opportunities for long-term, sustainable success rather than a compliance burden.

Sharné Lategan, Psychological Safety Expert and Growth Mindset Coach of Grow and Expand, joins to share her expert analysis into workplace physiology, bringing awareness during Mental Health Week.

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Experts reveal AI’s impact on the retail experience in Australia

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7 hours ago

October 8, 2024

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AI has become a game-changer for marketers and retailers in Australia, with many consumers reacting positively to AI integration in the retail environment.

Retailers are using AI to optimise inventory, personalise shopping, and improve customer service through advanced chatbots.

Shoppers now enjoy personalised recommendations and seamless online shopping experiences.

Predictions suggest more personalised experiences and smarter shopping platforms within the next 12 months.

Will Wilson, RVP of Sales APJ at SAP Emarsys joins to share his insights into how AI is streamlining success on a large scale.

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Trump makes a fiery return to the site of an attempted assassination

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11 hours ago

October 8, 2024

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Donald Trump makes a fiery return to the site of an attempted assassination in Butler, PA, alongside billionaire ally Elon Musk.

The former President returned to the critical battleground state — which marks the site where he was struck in the ear by a bullet on July 13 and nearly assassinated.

The rally comes one month before the Nov. 5 election.

Powerful ally, Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX as well as the owner of social media platform X spoke at the rally.

It was his first time at a Trump campaign event since he endorsed the former president after the assassination attempt on July 13th. #featured #trending