A top secret document is any information that must be kept private in the interests of national security. In the United States, this includes all official documents that are classified in one way or another.
The FBI found a variety of classified papers in the former president Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home in Florida, according to documents filed with a court and unsealed today. Some of the documents were classified as "top-secret," which is the highest level. Others were labeled as "TS/SCI", or top-secret/sensitive compartmented info.
Mark Zaid is an attorney who specializes in national security matters. He told NPR, "Classification levels vary depending on the damage a disclosure could cause." The designations can be marked with codes, which only allow those who have the clearance to see it.
Those codes are also used to mark specific portions of a document as unclassified, so that people can easily identify and share less sensitive parts.
When it comes to top secret documents the designation may be "top secret" but the document could also be classified with a code word like "SECRET(CODE WORD)". Zaid explained, this means that only people who are cleared to use that codeword can view the information. They might also have to go through an additional security review process.
Officials explain that the classification levels aim to protect important national secrets as well those that would cause harm to U.S. public interests if they were revealed.
When top secret information is accessed, it must be done with a special clearance that requires the person to have a background check and pass a criminal investigation. These clearances can also be obtained via the Secret Service, FBI or other government agencies.
The agency which issued it can renew this type of clearance. The agency is also required to keep track of who has accessed the document and how long.
A top-secret document is rarely published, not even by an official, for fear of "exceptionally grave" consequences. If a top-secret document is ever published, only the most prestigious journals will do, and this can take up to months.
The term top-secret is not limited to the United States. In fact, it is the most prestigious classification. In England and Wales top secret information may also be referred as Identified Top Secret.
Other classification systems are in use in other countries. However, US government documents and products generally follow the CIA system. Each document is assigned a specific classification.
US law enforcement officials say that a document at a high level is classified as top secret by the agency that produced it.
Zaid says that if you access a top secret file, the document has to be kept secret for as long as it takes. It means that top secret documents cannot be revealed to anyone, no matter what their purpose may be.
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Is there a more mysterious place than the Earth itself?
Antarctica is the world's most mysterious place on Earth.
We find this place so fascinating. Because it's unlike any other place in the world.
It is isolated, remote, and very hard to visit. But there is more to this site than meets the eye.
Some of the most bizarre wildlife species can also be found in this natural wonder.
Let's look at how this extraordinary destination became so mysterious.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is not known by anyone. Some believe it means "land of ice." Others think it comes from Greek mythology.
In ancient Greece, Antarktis was the name given to the island where Zeus' twin brothers were born. According to legend, one twin was born in winter. Thus, the term antarctic.
Others think the name came from the Greek words anti, meaning against, and tropos meaning turn. This would signify land turned away the sun.
No matter the reason, Antarctica is a place that has always fascinated people.
It is also the lowest, windiest continent, driest, and highest. Because it is too frigid, there are no trees, animals, or plants.
Yet, the frozen desert is alive with life.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. You can find approximately half the world's species of animal and plant plants here.
And what makes Antarctica such a unique environment? Here, water freezes into ice instead of evaporating into the air.
This causes large amounts of ice to float above ground.
These floating glaciers cover 80% of the continent. They're getting bigger every year.
The Antarctic Ice Sheet has grown 60 feet in the past 60 years.
The sea level will rise up to 200 feet if melting continues. This could lead to massive flooding across the globe.
This does not mean that everyone is wrong. Some scientists claim that global warming could be good for us. They suggest that rising temperatures could cause ice sheet melt faster, leading to floods that flush out toxic chemicals from soil and bodies.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
What are the darkest secrets of Hollywood?
Hollywood is full secret societies. There are many secret societies in Hollywood. Some are cult-like, where members adhere to strict rules and rituals. Others are clubs for people who share similar interests.
But there are also more nefarious organizations that control much of the industry. These include companies like the MPAA ("Motion Picture Association of America"), which determines film ratings. The RIAA ("Recording Industry Association of America") sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions or guilds also represent producers, writers, actors, etc. These large corporations control the majority of major film studios and television networks.
It is obvious that, no matter how secretive or obtuse a group appears, someone knows exactly what they do. We shouldn't fear these people.
Instead, embrace them. Because they can help us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
These help us to decide what we'll watch, read, listen, and buy.
We can trust them and can disregard their advice if it is not in line with our preferences.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They are the supreme arbiters of taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
Now let's take a look at some lesser-known yet very real Hollywood secret society.
And see why they're so important.
What is the most interesting fact about the human body?
There are two eyes, two ears. Two nostrils. Four limbs. A mouth, nose and penis. That's right, we have more than 50 parts of our bodies, but one thing is missing. A heart.
The heart is a pump that circulates blood throughout your body. The blood moves through the veins. It transports oxygen and nutrients to your cells. It also removes carbon dioxide.
The heart pumps out approximately 5 liters of blood per minute. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
Blood flows throughout the heart 24 hours per day, 365 Days a Year. While you are sleeping, your heart beats about 100 times per second.
You can tell whether someone is healthy or unhealthy because of the color of their skin. You can see tiny blood vessels, called capillaries, when you look closely at the skin. These small vessels carry blood away from the large blood vessels in the skin back to the heart. The skin becomes blue-colored or purple when blood flow is restricted.
Red blood cells are missing in people with sickle-cell disease. Their blood becomes very sticky and hardened, leading to serious illness.
To stop bleeding from a cut, you can apply a bandage to the wound. Blood must flow in order for the wound to heal properly. Doctors insert a needle into the injured area through the skin. This allows the blood from the injured area to drain.
The doctor may also insert catheters (catheters), into the artery at the site of the blood clot. This keeps the patient occupied until the clot is broken down naturally.
Is there any Hollywood blacklist for actors?
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
The list is not made public. As far as we are aware, the names are not even known. This is why it matters.
The reason behind the secrecy was that blacklisted directors and actors wouldn't be able find work. They would go out of business which would mean that studios would lose their money. That would result in a reduction in spending on movies. The blacklisted filmmakers would have fewer chances. This would make them bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.
It's no surprise that directors are often forced to take out scenes in their films by producers. Directors might threaten to leave projects that don't reflect their vision.
This is why Hollywood has a blacklist. You'll likely become unemployed if you say bad things about your employer. And that's not good for anyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. They've had the toil to clear their name.
This must be stopped before it happens again. It is essential that everyone has the freedom to express their opinions.
Therefore, it is necessary to eliminate the Hollywood blacklist.
Statistics
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked all of the world
There is nothing more shocking than witnessing someone get famous for the wrong reasons. It's even more frightening to see them fall from grace.
It's fascinating to see how industries react to their mistakes. We have all heard of celebrities who overdosed on drugs and alcohol. Some even died young because of it.
But, the worst part? When those stars openly discuss their issues and are ignored by everyone. We were there last week.
Heath Ledger, after a long and successful professional career, finally gave in to his demons. He died after succumbing to prescription drugs.
His family and friends were unable to accept his death, and the media was quick to criticize him.
Heath was once thought to be one the greatest actors of all time. He was nominated for two Academy Awards for his performance in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath did more than act. He also directed films including A Knight's Tale. Monster's Ball and Iron Man.
Hollywood loved Heath. However, he quickly grew too large. He started taking drugs and drinking heavily. He ended up in rehab and became clean.
Now that he was sober, he wanted to make amends. So he made a documentary called "Room 237," which chronicled the making of The Shining. It was supposed to be released this year, but now it won't hit theaters until next year.
Heath was unsuccessful in his attempts to get back into Hollywood. In fact, he was arrested twice on drug charges.
We're not saying Heath should have been allowed back into show business. But it would have been nice to get some help before things spiralled out of control.
We hope Heath's story warns others who might think they can still have it all.