Hard to believe, but a backpack containing cosmetics was mistaken by bomb-sniffing dogs as potentially being explosives, shutting down Ontario, Calif.’s airport last week. Earlier, imported Indian pickles also were mistaken as a threat. ...

A really good behind-the-scenes look at what went into the security efforts at the Democratic National Convention in Boston from a CSO magazine reporter who tailed along with the security chief. To receive a weekly blog update, e-mail Sue.

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Between the upcoming elections and the national day of mourning and remembrance on September 11, U.S.-based meetings this fall are sure to be flying the flag. But before you raise Old Glory, make sure that you know your stuff when it comes to flag...