Legal & Crime - A shooting incident involved 29 shots fired in 24 seconds from two 9mm pistols [1] - The incident resulted in the death of an insurance adjuster [1] - The shooters are claiming self-defense [1] - The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) is conducting an investigation into the case [1]

Mission and Vision - Asta's Self-Defense Academy's vision is to empower girls to face unexpected situations, moving from being careful to being powerful [1] - The academy aims to teach girls how to protect themselves and fight back, emphasizing awareness and mindset over physical combat [1] - The academy's holistic development program includes storytelling with self-defense techniques, mixed martial arts, and high-intensity workouts [1] Training and Impact - The academy's unique "A section" uses storytelling to create scenario-based drills, helping girls develop mental strength and powerful techniques [1] - The training leads to physical and mental changes, helping girls build confidence, handle stress, and recover from trauma [4] - The academy emphasizes discipline and perseverance, inspiring students to become unstoppable [7][8] Key Lessons and Values - The academy believes that courage is more important than the fear of failure, and satisfaction is more valuable than money [11][12] - The academy focuses on social work, training underprivileged ladies and girls [12] - The academy encourages individuals to become the change they want to see in the world [13]

Japan has awoken to the need to defend itself, writes @GearoidReidy. But it hasn't gotten to the really hard part (via @opinion) https://t.co/50P4TWpbXN ...

Security & Legal Implications - Self-defense and family protection may be criminalized in certain jurisdictions [1] - Attackers may face no consequences while defenders are jailed [1]

Legal & Crime - Authorities concluded a 16-year-old's fatal shooting was self-defense [1] - No one claimed they killed in self-defense [1]

Tonight outside Indianapolis, the family of Maria Florina Rios Perez in tears after the 32-year-old house cleaner from Guatemala was shot and killed Wednesday morning while attempting to enter what police say was a mistaken address. Pedes's husband, Mauricio, who cleaned houses with her, was by her side when it happened. >> It's not easy, he says.At the moment, seeing my wife in my arms, already lifeless, covered in blood, I felt like they tore everything from me. Video shows the bullet hole still visible i ...

Public Safety Concerns - The public expresses concern over the perceived lack of protection from violent crimes like rape and murder by politicians [1] - There is frustration over restrictions on self-defense tools, such as pepper spray [1] - The defunding of the police is seen as a contributing factor to the need for individuals to protect themselves [1] - The public feels compelled to take personal responsibility for safety due to perceived state inaction [1]

“I feared for my life, officer.” It’s easier than ever to kill someone in America and get away with it. Justifiable homicides are up in 30 states that give people more leeway to kill in self-defense. https://t.co/kEc9iEf54J https://t.co/KUsm9MMxZP ...

Legal & Social Trends - Justifiable homicides are up in 30 states that give people more leeway to kill in self-defense [1] Crime & Justice - The phrase "I feared for my life, officer" can be used by killers to avoid prison [1]

The six words killers need to stay out of prison: ”I feared for my life, officer.” Justifiable homicides are up in 30 states that give people more leeway to kill in self-defense. https://t.co/AtFVUnD2Rm ...