Episode Transcript
This is your Amcon Daily Sit Rep for December the 28th, 2025.
Up first today, Aflac has confirmed a significant data breach that compromised
the personal and health information of over 22 million customers nationwide.
The stolen data includes sensitive details such as social security numbers,
driver's license information, and medical data.
Aflac is notifying affected customers and offering complementary identity protection services.
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If you are an Aflac customer, monitor your credit reports closely and report
any suspicious activity immediately.
In other news, intelligence agencies worldwide continue to issue warnings about
potential terrorist activity, with heightened security measures in place globally.
Several cities have canceled New Year's celebrations due to threats,
and Turkish authorities recently detained 115 suspects believed to be planning attacks.
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Experts urge the public to maintain situational awareness, report any suspicious
behavior, and have plans in place to stay safe during public events.
Meanwhile, the FBI is intensifying efforts to counter the growing threat posed
by drones used by criminals and terrorists A new national counter-UAS training
center is being established to prepare security personnel for high-profile events
like the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
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The Federal Communications Commission has also banned new Chinese-made drones
and components to protect national security.
Turning to cybersecurity, Apple has released emergency patches for two zero-day.
Vulnerabilities that were actively exploited in sophisticated targeted attacks.
These vulnerabilities, affecting the WebKit browser engine on iOS devices,
could allow attackers to execute malicious codes simply by visiting a compromised website.
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Apple urges users to update their devices promptly to protect against these threats.
Finally, be aware of ongoing protests and civil unrest in multiple locations across the country.
It is important to remain vigilant when attending public gatherings,
know your exits, and report any suspicious activity to authorities.
For local protest information, members can visit specific online resources provided by the RISAT team.
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Today's weather highlights a stark contrast as Arctic air moves into the plains,
ending the record warmth experienced across parts of the central and southern U.S.
A potent winter storm will bring heavy snow to the upper Great Lakes region
and a wintry mix with ice accumulation in parts of the northeast starting Sunday afternoon.
Travelers and residents in affected areas should prepare for hazardous winter
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conditions and check local forecasts for updates.
In upcoming events, several ReadyCourt chapters have scheduled gatherings early
next year, including a Broward County Meetup in Florida on January 13th and
winter camping events in northwest Florida and Illinois in mid-January.
Members are encouraged to check the ReadyCore events calendar for details and registration.
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Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full
report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family.
And your neighborhood stay crisis-ready.
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