New Security Checks for Flights to the United States (USA)

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President Obama has signed off on new security protocols for people flying to the United States, establishing a system that uses intelligence information and assessment of threats to identify passengers who could have links to terrorism, a senior administration official said Thursday.

The new approach will replace a broader layer of extra scrutiny that had been imposed recently on all passengers from 14 countries, most of which are Muslim.

The change, which will be announced Friday by the Department of Homeland Security, is the result of a review of security at international airports ordered by Mr. Obama after the Christmas Day attempt to blow up a jetliner bound for Detroit. The system, which will be put in place this month, applies only to travelers flying into the United States.

Read more at the NY Times.

Warren (Detroit) to Celebrate Philippine Independence

WARREN: Festival to celebrate Philippine independence

The annual Philippine Independence Day Festival is scheduled for June 6 at Halmich Park, 3001 Thirteen Mile.

The theme for the event, — set to run from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. — is Cultural Connections Across the Filipino Community.

There is to be a parade, followed by a picnic, dancing, pig roast, cultural shows, games, sports and more.

For more information, call Willie Dechavez at 586-268-4284, anytime.

Source: Detroit Free Press “Freep.com.”