Top Threats

Every week, you’ll receive an expanded Top Threats feature that highlights the most important and impactful threats to our freedoms. If you want a deeper dive into some of the issues that influence American freedoms today, these articles are for you.

In Top Threats, we’ll tackle ongoing threats to personal freedoms. We will also share information about regulations that tie our hands and prevent us from living and working freely. Together, we’ll defend and preserve the American rights we hold dear.

Toxic Foot-long Worms Invading US

North Texas has been experiencing an unusual phenomenon following weeks of heavy rainfall. The deluge has led to an eruption of large, toxic hammerhead flatworms from the ground, causing alarm among local residents. The worms, named for their flat, hammerhead-like heads, are a foot long and secrete neurotoxins that can irritate human skin and potentially poison pets if ingested. The hammerhead flatworms, which are native to Southeast Asia, were introduced to the United States in …

American Airlines Jet Collides with Army Helicopter

A devastating mid-air collision between a commercial airliner and a military helicopter over the Potomac River near Washington D.C. has resulted in a minimum of 28 deaths, as reported by authorities. The American Airlines jet, which was carrying 60 passengers and a crew of four, was in the final stages of landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport when the tragic incident took place. Rescue teams have now shifted their focus to recovery efforts, with little …

New Year’s Day Terror Attack in New Orleans Leaves 10 Dead, Dozens Injured

In the early hours of New Year’s Day, a horrific act of terrorism unfolded on the renowned Bourbon Street in New Orleans, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and numerous injuries. A man drove a truck into a crowd of revelers before alighting from the vehicle and opening fire on law enforcement officers. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have both confirmed the incident as a terrorist attack. The …

Man Arrested for Allegedly Beheading Toddler Son in Violent Episode

A 28-year-old man from California, identified as Andrey Demskiy, was taken into custody on Friday following a violent incident that resulted in the decapitation of his one-year-old son and injuries to his wife and mother-in-law, according to law enforcement officials. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office reported that the incident began with Demskiy assaulting his wife and mother-in-law in the early hours of the morning. The two women were able to flee the residence and call …

Hurricane Milton’s Unprecedented Intensity Sparks Calls for New Category 6 Designation

Hurricane Milton, a historic superstorm, is pushing the boundaries of known storm intensity with wind gusts exceeding 200 miles per hour. This has led to discussions among meteorologists about the need for a new Category 6 designation for such powerful storms. Noah Bergren, a Florida meteorologist, expressed his astonishment late Monday as Milton reached sustained winds of 180 mph and gusts exceeding 200 mph. He described the storm’s small eye and intensity as “astronomical” and …

5-Year-Old Killed by Mom’s Boyfriend

SAN ANTONIO, TX – In a courtroom in San Antonio, Texas, a grieving father’s anguish was palpable as he watched a video of his deceased 5-year-old son, Domenic Aguilar Acevedo. The video, which showed the young boy expressing his love for his mother, was played during the sentencing of 29-year-old Daniel Garcia, who was convicted for the child’s death in 2021. David Engwiller, Domenic’s father, was unable to contain his grief and anger. As the …

Potential Listeria Contamination Leads to Meat Recall

Boar’s Head, a renowned food company, has initiated a recall of its ready-to-eat liverwurst and certain deli meat products due to potential listeria contamination. The recall, which was announced on Friday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), involves approximately 207,528 pounds of products. The FSIS is currently conducting further tests to ascertain if these products are linked to a multistate listeria outbreak that has already claimed two lives and …

1 Dead, 9 Hospitalized, Officials Declare State of Emergency

A California hotel, currently repurposed as a shelter for the homeless, has become the epicenter of a tuberculosis outbreak, leading to at least one death. This alarming development has prompted health officials in Long Beach to declare a public health emergency. The hotel, whose name has not been disclosed, has reported 14 cases of the disease, with nine of these cases severe enough to require hospitalization. The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services …

Intoxicated Groom Kills Bride and 3 Others at Wedding

Bangkok, Thailand – A Thai para-athlete, known for his noteworthy achievements, shocked the nation as he brutally shot and killed his bride and four others at their wedding reception. The 29-year-old decorated athlete, Chaturong Suksuk, who had won silver medals at the 2022 ASEAN Para Games, then turned the gun on himself. The tragic incident unfolded in northeastern Thailand on Saturday. Authorities have identified the victims as the bride, Kanchana Pachunthuek, her mother Kingthong Klajoho, …

Termites Devour Grandmother’s Life Savings Meant for Mecca Pilgrimage

In a bizarre incident, a Malaysian grandmother’s life savings were completely destroyed by termites. The story, shared by her grandson, Khairul Azhar, on Facebook, has since gone viral. The elderly woman had reportedly saved RM30,000 (approximately $8,700) for a pilgrimage to Mecca in 2024. However, her dreams were shattered when she discovered that her savings, stored in a box, had been reduced to shreds by termites. The accompanying photos on the Facebook post showed the …