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Elizabeth Dickinson is a Deca journalist based in the Arabian Peninsula. Her writing has appeared in The New Yorker, Foreign Policy, The Economist, Politico Magazine, the Christian Science Monitor, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and The Financial Times, among others. Elizabeth was the first Western journalist to chronicle the private Kuwaiti donor network funding Syria's opposition and has written extensively about Gulf financing to conflict. She is the author of the forthcoming Kindle Single ‘Godfathers and Thieves,’ the untold story of how a hidden army of Syrian exiles poured their life savings into defeating the regime. Her previous Kindle Single is ‘Who Shot Ahmed,’ a true life murder mystery of a 22-year-old videographer, shot in cold blood at the height of Bahrain’s Arab Spring. She is co-editor of the recent book The Southern Tiger, a narrative memoir by Chilean President Ricardo Lagos. Elizabeth is a former Gulf Correspondent for The National newspaper, assistant managing editor at Foreign Policy magazine, and Nigeria correspondent for The Economist. She graduated Cum Laude from Yale University, with a degree in African and International Studies. A Overseas Press Club scholarship recipient, she has reported from five continents and speaks French, Spanish, and Krio (Sierra Leone), as well as basic Yoruba and Arabic. She’s addicted to distance running -- and Twitter: @DickinsonBeth
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How to Talk to Colombia’s Largest Criminal Group
Colombia's largest criminal group, the Gaitanista Self-Defense Forces, also known as the Gulf Clan, has been exerting control over various regions, including Briceño. Despite a previous cease-fire agreement, President Gustavo Petro canceled it due to the group's continued illicit activities. The Colombian government has now announced plans for 'socio-judicial' talks with the Gaitanistas, aiming to improve local conditions and disarm fighters. These discussions are part of a broader strategy for 'total peace' in Colombia, which includes negotiations with other armed groups like the National Liberal Army and factions of the former FARC. The Gaitanistas, with significant financial resources and manpower, present a complex challenge for the government.
The seven essentials of an emergency action plan
The article discusses the importance of having an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in the workplace to protect employees during emergencies. It clarifies that not all employers are mandated to have an EAP, but the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) strongly recommends it. The article outlines situations where an EAP is required, such as facilities using hazardous chemicals or those with specific fire detection systems. It also lists potential emergencies that an EAP can prepare employees for, including fires, chemical spills, natural disasters, and acts of terrorism. The article details the seven elements that should be included in an effective EAP, as per the 29 CFR 1910.38, and emphasizes the importance of making the EAP accessible to employees. The goal is to ensure that employers are prepared to handle emergencies confidently.
Our on again, off again relationship with masks
The article discusses the resurgence of mask-wearing recommendations by the CDC due to the spread of the COVID-19 delta variant, even for vaccinated individuals. Crystal Watson, a senior associate at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, emphasizes the importance of masks in public health and suggests that periodic masking may become a norm. Watson provides insights on decision-making frameworks for public health emergencies and the effectiveness of masks. She also touches on the implications for schools, advocating for universal masking due to the vulnerability of unvaccinated children and the potential for schools to drive community transmission. The article also explores the need for better mask quality and hygiene in light of the highly transmissible delta variant and suggests that mask-wearing during cold and flu seasons could become more common.
Foreign Policy: Missing In Mexico
Elizabeth Dickinson, a freelance journalist, reports on the high rates of kidnapping in Mexico, highlighting the case of Luis Angel Leon Rodriguez, a federal police officer who disappeared in 2009. The article discusses a study by the Citizens' Institute for the Study of Insecurity, funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development, which reveals Mexico's high kidnapping rate and the government's poor track record in addressing the issue. The study suggests that the violence has escalated due to President Felipe Calderon's war on drugs and the security forces' impotence or complicity. Dickinson explores the various reasons behind the kidnappings, including financial motives, violent conscription by cartels, and the symbolic victory against federal forces. The article also touches on the potential involvement of corrupt police in the disappearances and the government's efforts to combat the crisis, including a new anti-kidnapping program and police reforms.
How a big crime in a small town produced a whodunit as gripping and colorful as 'The Wizard of Oz' itself
The article recounts the theft and subsequent recovery of Dorothy's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz,' stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The slippers were recovered in 2018 by the FBI during a sting operation in Minneapolis. The theft had a significant impact on the local community, leading to numerous theories and investigations over the years. The article details the history of the slippers, their cultural significance, and the meticulous conservation work by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. It also touches on the broader context of movie memorabilia theft and the challenges faced by investigators in such cases.
How a big crime in a small town produced a whodunit as gripping and colorful as 'The Wizard of Oz' itself
In 2005, a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The theft became a local and national mystery, with various theories and rumors circulating about the crime. The FBI recovered the slippers in a sting operation in Minneapolis in 2018, involving the bureau's art crime team. The recovery was a result of diligent work by local investigator Brian Mattson, who later collaborated with the FBI. The slippers were authenticated by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. The case remains ongoing, with many details still undisclosed, including the identity of the thieves and the slippers' whereabouts during the years they were missing.
How a big crime in a small town produced a whodunit as gripping and colorful as 'The Wizard of Oz' itself
In 2005, a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The theft became a local and national mystery, with various theories and rumors circulating about the crime. The FBI recovered the slippers in a sting operation in Minneapolis in 2018. The recovery involved the FBI's art crime team and was the result of diligent work by local investigator Brian Mattson, who received a tip from a middleman claiming to know the whereabouts of the slippers. The slippers were authenticated by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. The case remains ongoing, with many details still unknown, including who originally stole the slippers and where they were kept for over a decade.
Bahrain's Women Bear the Brunt of Political Unrest
The article discusses the impact of political unrest in Bahrain on families, particularly women, who are left to cope with the absence of their husbands due to arrests related to anti-government activities. It highlights the story of Fatema, whose husband was arrested and charged, leaving her to care for their daughter Zainab. The Bahrain Centre for Human Rights notes that most of those arrested are men, leaving women to manage households and deal with the psychological impact on their children. King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa has called for talks with the opposition. The article also mentions the work of Bravo, an NGO providing counselling to affected families, and the challenges they face due to a lack of resources and cultural awareness of mental health.
How a big crime in a small town produced a whodunit as gripping and colorful as 'The Wizard of Oz' itself
In 2005, a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The theft was a significant loss for the community and remained a mystery for over a decade. Despite numerous tips and leads, the case went cold until 2017, when an informant contacted the Grand Rapids Police claiming to have information about the slippers' whereabouts. The FBI took over the investigation, leading to a sting operation in Minneapolis in 2018, where the slippers were successfully recovered. The shoes were authenticated by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. The case remains open, with the full story of the theft still unknown, but the recovery of the slippers brought a sense of closure to the Grand Rapids community.
How a big crime in a small town produced a whodunit as gripping and colorful as 'The Wizard of Oz' itself
In 2005, a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The theft became a local and national mystery, with the FBI eventually recovering the slippers in a 2018 sting operation. The article details the history of the slippers, the investigation into their theft, and the cultural significance of 'The Wizard of Oz'. It also explores various theories and leads that emerged over the years, the involvement of the local community, and the eventual recovery of the slippers. The case remains partially unsolved, with unanswered questions about who stole the slippers and where they were kept during the years they were missing.
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