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FBI Hazardous Devices School Graduation

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)

Last week, 34 newly certified Public Safety Bomb Technicians from local, state, and federal agencies joined the ranks of America’s Bomb Squad after completing the Hazardous Devices School Certification Course. Over six intensive weeks, these graduates trained in electronics, explosives, demolition procedures, personal protective equipment, threat assessment, diagnostics, arming and firing systems, render-safe techniques, manual access, disablement, robotics, and other advanced subjects.

These professionals now stand ready to support their teams and join the community of 3,000 bomb technicians nationwide. They will endeavor to protect the communities they serve and embrace the bomb technician ethos: “Here am I. Send me."

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FBI Director Highlights Historically Low Crime Numbers

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)

During a media interview on August 16, 2026, FBI Director Kash Patel said the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report collected over 97% of the American population’s data for the annual report. "The numbers do speak for themselves, but the American public can also have confidence in these numbers," he said.
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Director Patel: Increased Manpower Showing Results

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)

During a media interview on August 16, 2026, FBI Director Kash Patel pointed to the creation of more FBI task force officers and the Homeland Security Task Force for historically low crime numbers. "We’re embedded with them. We’re running joint operations. We’re running counter-narcotics operations, counter terrorism operations, counterintelligence operations," he said. "We have taken the handcuffs off police officers and eliminated the bureaucracy that prevented them from doing their job."
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Patel: Four Most Wanted Fraudsters Captured in Five Weeks

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)

During an August 16, 2026, media interview, FBI Director Kash Patel said, "The FBI has captured four of the most wanted fraudsters in the world on three different continents, totaling $2 billion in Medicare and health care fraud money that was supposed to be allocated to our elderly and our children."
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Should I leave financial decisions to someone else?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Financial advice can be helpful but understanding your own finances is even more important.

Learn why staying informed and involved can help you make better financial decisions.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

Learn more on this topic: https://www.rahamuseo.fi/en/financial-literacy-centre/aspects-of-financial-literacy/

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Is it too early to think about retirement?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Retirement may feel far away, but planning early can make a big difference.

Discover why time is one of the most powerful tools in building financial security for the future.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

Learn more on this topic: https://www.eiopa.europa.eu/consumers/planning-retirement_en

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Is buy now, pay later always a good idea?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Buy now, pay later services can make purchases feel more affordable, but are they always the right option?

Learn how it actually works, the risks to watch out for and how to decide whether it makes sense for your finances.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

Learn more on this topic: https://www.bafin.de/EN/verbraucherinnen-verbraucher/themen-finanzprodukte/kredite-immobilienfinanzierung/kredite/buy-now-pay-later/buy-now-pay-later_node_en.html

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Are all loans the same?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

From personal loans to student loans and mortgages, different loans come with different costs and risks.

Learn the basics of borrowing and what to consider before taking out a loan.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

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Is your money safer if you don’t invest it?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Many people assume that avoiding investments means avoiding risk. But is that true?

Learn how investing works, what risks exist and why inflation matters when thinking about your money’s future.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

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Pensions… where do I even begin?

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Pensions can seem complicated, but understanding them is an important step towards long-term financial security.

Understand the basics of pensions and how they can help support you later in life.

Visit our gender gap in financial literacy page: https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

Learn more on this topic: https://finanznavi.gv.at/en/topics/risk-management/planning-ahead-saving-for-retirement

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