Police forces around the country have developed the nasty habit of confiscating the phones of citizens who choose to film them, unilaterally deleting images and video of their actions. Whether that’s a Fourth Amendment violation is still being decided by the courts; until that happens, here’s how to protect your phone from the prying eyes of cops.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
It sounds obvious, but the easiest way to protect what’s on your phone is not to get it confiscated in the first place. And that starts by using some common sense. For example, don’t be a nuisance or hinder the police action. Follow the orders the officer issues, including showing ID when asked or moving from you current location. Basically, don’t do anything that will make the situation worse.
That’s not to say you should be a complete pushover. Know that … More
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Espen Fadnes can fly through the air like Icarus – but a recent close call with a cable car suggests he might be getting too close to the sun
The desire to conquer the skies has obsessed humanity ever since Icarus soared towards the sun.
Now a few brave souls are turning man’s dream of flight into a reality by attaching wings to their bodies and gliding through the air.
Espen Fadnes is one of these – an elite member of a small group of adrenalin sports junkies who take part in a type of base jumping known as wingsuit jumping … More
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Visit these links to learn how to help victims of the deadly typhoon in the Philippines:
WORLD FOOD PROGRAM
The World Food Program is working to bring food to refugees around the world and people facing hardship due to natural disasters. The organization is mobilizing quickly to reach those in need in the Philippines, according to its website, and donations will help provide emergency food assistance to families and children in the area devastated by a typhoon.
PHILIPPINE RED CROSS
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has deployed assessment, rescue and relief teams to evaluate the damage from the typhoon and to support rescue efforts.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
The American Red Cross, which responds to about 70,000 natural and man-made disaster each year … More
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