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    Protests in NY over chokehold death

    While not as serious as Ferguson rioting/looting it looks really bad, and I think we can draw many parallels between the two incidents. Does this have the potential to erupt into something as bad as Ferguson?
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    Winter Workouts

    So winter is coming, and outdoor sports, jogging, cycling etc. just became much more difficult or impossible. What other exercise routines would you recommend to keep fit during the winter season?
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    Thanksgiving Duty

    First off, thanks to all the officers who are performing duty during this festive season. How are the shifts allocated for officers during Thanksgiving? Do they get more pay or benefits?
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    Do you confront people blasting their music?

    There's always stories or complaints of people blasting music in their cars or houses, sometimes intentionally to tick off neighbours or patrolling policemen. Do you take action against such people?
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    South Korean ferry captain sentenced to 36 years for ferry disaster

    With many dismayed parents crying for the death penalty, the captain of the ferry disaster escaped the gallows and was acquitted of his murder charge. Although there were many other factors which worsened the disaster, it is undoubtable that his shameful actions were a major cause in this...
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    Security breaches: thousands of hacked security cameras are leaked online

    This site popped up recently a couple days ago. View net surveillance online cameras It's a Russian site that basically identifies thousands of security cameras that were set up without changing the default username and password. As a result, anyone can view the streams from these cameras, and...
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    Have you ever shot someone?

    How did it feel? Did you hesitate in pulling the trigger? In that spur of the moment I can't say for certain if I would be willing to shoot a suspect, possibly killing him/her, in order to protect myself or other people...
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    Who gets into traffic duty?

    I've read that the poorly-performing officers are often pushed into traffic duty, many people see it as undesirable and they get little respect, despite them being invaluable to making roads safer. Is it true that officers are pushed into traffic duty if they are seen as the "bottom of the barrel"?
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    Many flashlight apps on phones are malware!

    Source: http://www.snoopwall.com/wp-content/...endix-2014.pdf The list of apps which can cause infection and steal your data are: Super-Bright LED Flashlight Brightest Flashlight Free Tiny Flashlight + LED Flashlight (x2) Brightest LED Flashlight Color Flashlight High-Powered Flashlight...
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    Can I smash a car window to save a dog trapped and dying in an overheating car?

    I'm sure many of us have seen or heard of this scenario. If we tried to save trapped animals in overheating cars on a summer day with all the windows rolled up, smashing the window to let some cooler air in, could we be arrested or charged by the police?
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    Can doing too many pushups be bad for you?

    I've read that doing too many pushups can lead to muscle imbalance and poor posture. Is this really true? If yes, why does the police or military allow this as a common form of exercise and regimentation? I've been doing reps of 50 every morning, as a early morning workout to get some blood...
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    Are your travel plans being affected by Ebola?

    Pretty much any possibilities can arise when you go traveling to another country outside the one you reside in. Given the situation of Ebola spreading, have you decided that you're going to play it safe and put traveling completely on hold? Or have your travel plans remained unaffected...
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    Is short-sightedness in police officers acceptable?

    I think that having myopia or wearing spectacles would affect the performance of police officers in two ways: 1. Poorer aim, which is pertinent when you consider that they are trusted with firearms. 2. Less agile, as they have to take care not to drop their spectacles when running, jumping or...
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    Street Racing

    While street races are definitely illegal, which parties involved would bear the heaviest punishment, and under what charges? The racers and betters would definitely not be let off easily. If I were just watching the race, would I be arrested and charged? Also, which members of the police are...
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    Marvel's Avengers: Age of Ultron

    After a leak, Marvel decided to simply officially release their trailer for the upcoming movie. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmeOjFno6Do Personally I'm hyped for the Hulkbuster :)
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    Do you gamble?

    If you do, in what form? Is it a quick trip to Vegas, scratchcards, poker with friends, or sports betting? I personally don't see the appeal of buying lottery tickets, where the odds of winning are abysmal, or going to casinos, where the house always wins. I enjoy betting for my home team...
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    Difference between Detention and Arrest?

    From what I understand, an arrest can only last up to 24 hours, beyond which you have to be released. However I have read news articles where suspects were detained for weeks, even months without trial or updates on their case. How is this possible, and how can we fight against detention if we...
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    Simple workouts at your desk?

    For those of us working office jobs, (even police have to deal with paperwork), how do you take breaks and keep fit at your desk despite being forced to remain sedentary? What I do is to stand up and stretch every hour. I also keep a pair of fine grippers nearby so I can exercise my hands...
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    Do you play First Person Shooter (FPS) games?

    Especially curious about members of the police force - do you play FPS games, and is the way you play them affected by your real-life firearm training / vice versa? Also which FPS titles do you prefer? Generally I play CS:GO for more competitive gaming, and go to Call of Duty or Team Fortress...
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    What is the correct way to ask for a lawyer?

    In the hypothetical scenario that you are present at a crime scene and wrongfully arrested, what is the appropriate way to ask for your attorney? From what I've heard the police may attempt to draw some words out of you, and will likely try to deny you access from your lawyer for a couple of...
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