The breaking news on December 15 reported a black banners flag - the emblem of Jabhat el-Nusra and linked to Al Qaeda - being held against the window of a Lindt chocolate store in downtown Sydney, Australia. A lone gunman inside had taken 17 people hostage, both employees and customers. Eighteen hours later, amidst flash bang grenades and automatic weapons … [Read more...] about The Lone Terrorist in the Workplace
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USA Most Wanted – Adam Yahiye Gadahn
Summary: Adam Yahiye Gadahn was indicted in the Central District of California for treason and material support to Al Qaeda. The charges are related to Gadahn's alleged involvement in a number of terrorist activities, including providing aid and comfort to Al Qaeda and services for Al Qaeda. Scars and Marks: Gadahn has scars on his chest and right … [Read more...] about USA Most Wanted – Adam Yahiye Gadahn
Blood Lust: when Murder is its own Reward
Retire the line, "one man’s terrorist is another man’s freedom fighter". Put it to bed once and for all. It no longer applies. The truth is overwhelming to anyone with eyes to see. It’s on YouTube, in grisly still shots, and in graphic iconic photos of bloody prayer shawls wrapped around the shoulders of worshippers murdered while at prayer. Heads sawed … [Read more...] about Blood Lust: when Murder is its own Reward
What Makes a Terrorist?
While ISIS (or ISIL or the Islamic State, take your pick) is on the world’s mind, recent research is giving us better insight into the terrorist mind. Simplistic ideas about naïve souls being brainwashed or indoctrinated into fanatical beliefs are giving way to more empirically-grounded theories stressing group commitment and “engaged” followership. Every psychology student … [Read more...] about What Makes a Terrorist?
