threats

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When this system is working well, the brain can usually separate manageable problems from serious threats.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

“Cuban leaders don’t respond well to threats, and particularly to threaten this icon of the revolution who is highly respected in the military,” said William LeoGrande, a Cuba expert at American University.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Shomrim said it is "aware of the fact that the Orthodox Jewish community is exceptionally concerned about these threats" and said it is working closely with both Hackney and Tower Hamlets police.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The House of Representatives voted to impeach her for allegedly misusing public funds and making threats against Marcos, his wife and cousin, who at the time was also the speaker of the house.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

If the threats are real, or if they were planted by the Director to instill fear.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed