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France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French teen charged over plot to attack synagogues and sex shops

The suspect exhibited troubling behaviors but lacked concrete intentions for an attack, raising questions about his mental state.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Accused DC Jewish museum terrorist Elias Rodriguez reportedly posted 'death to America', praised Luigi Mangione in unhinged posts

The Chicago English major Elias Rodriguez is linked to a fatal shooting of Israeli diplomats and extremist social media posts.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Accused DC Jewish museum terrorist Elias Rodriguez reportedly posted 'death to America', praised Luigi Mangione in unhinged posts

The Chicago English major Elias Rodriguez is linked to a fatal shooting of Israeli diplomats and extremist social media posts.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Afghans at risk of being radicalised in the UK' as Home Office urged to probe threat

Afghan refugees in the UK face risks of radicalization due to unmet expectations and housing issues, highlighting urgent systemic challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Yvette Cooper to create new offence to cover non-terrorist planning of attacks

A new criminal offence will empower police to detain violence-obsessed individuals without clear ideology before they act, akin to terrorism laws.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago

Terror watchdog called MP's killer 'great person', shut case after one session

Lord David Anderson stated that the report revealed a long series of failings by Prevent, yet there was no evidence suggesting that different actions could have prevented Sir David's assassination.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Prevent scheme missed chances with Amess and Southport killers, report says

The report found that Prevent suffered from a long string of failings while trying to deradicalise the man who later assassinated Sir David Amess. Much blame is attributed to poor judgment and lack of communication regarding the assessment and mentoring process.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Suit Hung. Tied Tongue review rabble-rousing revenge drama takes aim at the 1%

The film explores the radicalization of brothers Sean and Freddie Halpin through a mockumentary lens that critiques societal injustices.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

We must act to stop radicalisation through smartphones, terror watchdog says

New methods of extremist recruitment have emerged due to smartphones, prompting a need for improved strategies to combat radicalization.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Minnesota Murder Suspect's Spiritual Roots

The suspect's beliefs hint at a link between charismatic Christianity and extreme political actions.
Vance Boelter's actions may stem from a belief in spiritual warfare inspired by his past education.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Rising Radicalism Among German Youth DW 06/13/2025

There is a significant rise in politically motivated crimes in Germany, particularly among young men who are becoming radicalized.
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 years ago

ANALYSIS: How much of a threat is extreme-right violence in France?

France's anti-terrorism prosecutors are investigating their first far-right linked attack, indicating a focus on rising ultra-right violence.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This AI scans Reddit for 'extremist' terms and plots bot-led intervention

A new AI tool called PrismX aims to identify radicalized users on Reddit and engage them in conversations to encourage deradicalization.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why do so many Americans join the Israeli military? | Ahmed Noor

In many ways, the pied-noirs regard themselves as being more French than the French, revealing the complexity of identity in post-colonial contexts.
Left-wing politics
#isis
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Tracing the New Orleans Attacker's Secret Radicalization

Jabbar, once a decorated Army veteran, radicalized to commit a deadly attack in New Orleans, revealing hidden extremism.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

The attack in New Orleans reveals ISIS' influence lingers, experts say

ISIS ideology continues to inspire attacks, highlighting a challenge in combatting radicalization even after military defeats.
France news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Alleged ISIS terrorist charged with inciting New Orleans truck attacker, who killed 14 on New Year's Day

An alleged ISIS member was arrested for inciting a deadly New Year's attack in New Orleans, linked to radicalization of a US Army veteran.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Tracing the New Orleans Attacker's Secret Radicalization

Jabbar, once a decorated Army veteran, radicalized to commit a deadly attack in New Orleans, revealing hidden extremism.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

If algorithms radicalize a mass shooter, are companies to blame?

Social media platforms may bear responsibility for radicalizing individuals through algorithmic content recommendations.
Legal case hinges on interpretation of Section 230 and whether platforms can be held liable for user-generated harm.
#neo-nazism
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Mental health

I was a neo-Nazi for 7 years going through life in constant hate and fear. My daughter was the major push I needed to finally quit.

US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Neo-Nazi cult leader who plotted NYC attack on minorities using Santa costume hauled to US for trial

Neo-Nazi leader Chkhikvishvili is charged with radicalizing individuals into violent crimes, including the Nashville school shooting.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I was a neo-Nazi for 7 years going through life in constant hate and fear. My daughter was the major push I needed to finally quit.

Arno Michaelis reflects on his transformation from a neo-Nazi to a peace advocate, emphasizing the hollow nature of hate and the search for belonging.
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Do Journalists Traffic in Duplicity? | The Walrus

Journalism often involves betrayal of sources in pursuit of truth, as highlighted in Janet Malcolm's work.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

How left-wing Chicago social justice warrior Elias Rodriguez allegedly became homegrown anti-Israel terrorist

Rodriguez shouted "free, free Palestine" after the killings, highlighting the role of rhetoric in inciting violence against Jews.
Left-wing politics
SF parents
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

To love a child who joined ISIS

A father's grief and guilt deepen as he struggles with his son's decision to join ISIL, seeking freedom for his grandchildren from detention.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Fringe theories, a friend's death and massive explosives: What we know about Guy Bartkus

The Palm Springs bombing suspect had expressed radical ideas online, including threats towards a fertility clinic, prior to the incident.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How Ohio became a hotbed of white supremacism, spreading its tentacles globally

The case of Christopher Brenner Cook illustrates a disturbing trend in American white supremacism, now extending its reach beyond U.S. borders, affecting vulnerable individuals globally.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Lady Gaga's deranged 'Little Monsters' fans plotted to bomb her 2.1-million-strong Rio concert, Brazilian police say

The plotters aimed to radicalize teenagers and promoted self-harm, violent content and hate speech, the Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro state said.
London music
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Son of CIA deputy director was killed while fighting for Russia, report says

An American man with CIA ties died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, highlighting radicalization and conflict dynamics.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Sadiq Khan boosts funding to combat hate crimes and radicalisation

The investment aims to combat hate speech and misinformation in London following the Southport riots.
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Patriots' Day: How far-right groups hijack history and patriotic symbols to advance their cause, according to an expert on extremism

The appropriation of patriotic symbols like the American flag and Patriots' Day has raised concerns regarding their use in far-right extremism, distorting the original meaning.
philosophy
fromThe Walrus
3 months ago

What Turns a Canadian into a Terrorist? Sometimes, Canada Itself | The Walrus

Post-9/11 fears of foreign terror evolved into concerns about homegrown radicalization within Muslim communities.
The War on Terror directly influenced the emergence of jihadist ideologies among homegrown radicals.
#counter-terrorism
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Don't miss warning signs on TV drama Adolescence,' anti-terror police tell parents

Parents are urged to monitor children's online behavior to prevent radicalization.
The Netflix show 'Adolescence' highlights real-world issues of youth and incel culture.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump's counter-terror cuts will harm fight against far right, experts warn

Trump's administration cut funding for several counter-terrorism research projects, hindering future law enforcement efforts against violent extremism.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Don't miss warning signs on TV drama Adolescence,' anti-terror police tell parents

Parents are urged to monitor children's online behavior to prevent radicalization.
The Netflix show 'Adolescence' highlights real-world issues of youth and incel culture.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump's counter-terror cuts will harm fight against far right, experts warn

Trump's administration cut funding for several counter-terrorism research projects, hindering future law enforcement efforts against violent extremism.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Accused Tesla Vegas bomber Paul Hyon Kim supported Luigi Mangione: 'Don't think he anticipated getting caught'

A Las Vegas anti-Israel activist was arrested for setting Teslas on fire, raising concerns about terrorism and radicalization.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Experts warn that recent school shootings show growth in new radicalization pattern

Recent school shootings reflect a troubling rise in nonideological terrorism among youth fostered by decentralized online networks.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Awe Effect: How Radical Beliefs Take Hold in the Brain

Awe can trigger rapid radicalization by creating persistent extremist beliefs in individuals.
Extreme emotional experiences affect memory formation and ideological commitment.
Neuroscience indicates that brain regions involved strengthen radical beliefs.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

UK teenager who killed herself after terror charges was groomed by neo-Nazi'

The tragic suicide of teenager Rhianan Rudd highlights the risks of online grooming and radicalization in vulnerable youth.
France news
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

French court sentences Tunisian to life for knife attack

Brahim Aouissaoui admits to a deadly attack, claiming radical beliefs fueled his actions, though he insists he doesn't remember the event.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Symbolic Triggers and Fixed Action Patterns in Humans

Amplified Symbolic Releasers (ASRs) drive automatic human behaviors, intensifying beliefs and actions, leading to both constructive and destructive outcomes.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

'An extremist group': Bay Area fringe group leader held without bail

The Zizian fringe group, linked to multiple homicides, faces legal action after its leader's arrest in Maryland.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Syrian migrant in Austria who rammed car into attacker hailed as hero

Alaaeddin al-Halabi, a Syrian migrant, bravely intervened during a knife attack in Austria, ramming his car into the assailant to prevent further harm.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Austria stabbing 'Islamist attack,' interior minister says DW 02/16/2025

"Interior Minister Gerhard Karner emphasized the involvement of the Islamic State, stating that the suspect was radicalized online in a short amount of time."
Miscellaneous
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago

Police did not think Axel Rudakubana would be radicalised, leaked report shows

Counterterrorism police failed to assess the risk posed by Axel Rudakubana, leading to tragic consequences.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago

Southport killer Axel Rudakubana researched car bombs, detonators and nitric acid

Axel Rudakubana's dangerous obsession with violence and radical materials culminated in a horrifying knife attack on children, raising concerns about online radicalization.
Miscellaneous
fromFuturism
6 months ago

Before Blowing It Up Outside Trump Tower, Bomber Used Cybertruck to Unsuccessfully Hit on Ex-Girlfriend

The tragic case illustrates the dangers of personal crises exacerbated by societal and technological influences.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

Welcome to the Burning '20s

America is experiencing a decade of growing political violence and instability, characterized by increasing radicalization among individuals.
fromAxios
6 months ago

Who is Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man the FBI says planned New Orleans terror attack

Shamsud-Din Jabbar, identified by the FBI as the perpetrator of the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, had a troubled personal life and signs of radicalization.
Miscellaneous
fromsfist.com
6 months ago

Saturday Links: Funding Secured for New Traffic Lights Near Great Highway

Investment in traffic signals on Lincoln Way aims to resolve delays created by Prop K.
Community engagement is essential in addressing missing persons with mental health issues.
Isolation contributes significantly to radicalization, as demonstrated by recent investigations.
The introduction of curbside EV charging stations reflects a push for sustainable transportation options.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Russia: Four arrested for plotting 'terrorist' attack DW 01/04/2025

Four Russian teenagers arrested for planning a terrorist attack in Yekaterinburg, highlighting concerns over domestic security and radicalization.
fromemptywheel
6 months ago

Artificial Frameworks about Elon: On Adrian Dittmann and Tommy Robinson - emptywheel

"The intent, here, is to cause problems for Labour, sure, but more importantly to undermine rule of law and put Robinson above it."
Left-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

How Germany's far-right capitalizes on the Magdeburg attack DW 12/24/2024

The Magdeburg attack has increased hostility against migrants amidst rising right-wing extremism in Germany.
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