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Defiant Transparency: New Policies Tell Users When Gov. Wants Their Data at Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, Google and Yahoo

After a year of learning about the U.S. National Security Agency's internet spying programs, at home and abroad, frustration has led major U.S. technology companies to defiantly change their transparency policies. Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook have all announced they're updating their policies to inform users when the government requests a seizure of their data.

Afghanistan Landslide Amid Elections Buries Entire Town: Rain Hampers UN, NATO Aid Efforts, Officials Say No Survivors

Afghan government, UN and NATO move to remote region to aid in rescue following massive landslide buries village.

Squirrel Attacks Selfie-Taking Florida Spring Breaker: Victim Brian Genest Says 'It Went From Extremely Cute and Fuzzy to Extreme Attack' [Photo]

You should probably think twice before you take a selfie with a squirrel. Despite how cute and friendly they might appear, one teenager from Maine learned that the fuzzy creatures aren't always receptive to photo ops after an amicable squirrel went nuts.

White House Investigates Sexual Assault On 55 Campuses Including Harvard, USC: NotAlone.gov PSA Includes Daniel Craig, Steve Carell Against Title IX Gender Discrimination, Violence [Video]

The Obama administration has released a PSA to combat rape, in addition to a 20-page report to prevent campus rape and a list of 55 colleges that are under investigation for the alleged mishandling of sexual assault cases.

Current Environmental News Issues: Park Rangers Ban Drones at Yosemite National Park, Say They're Ruining Park's Beauty

Yosemite National Park issued a warning Friday stating that unmanned drone aircraft are prohibited within the park's boundaries, claiming they take away from the park's scenic splendor.

Prince Harry and Prince William Party in Memphis, Tenn. After Harry's Break-Up From Girlfriend

Royal princes in Memphis to celebrate party promoter friend's wedding. It's not often that Britain's royal princes arrive on American shores.

Powerball Numbers & Results May 3, 2014: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $60 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the May 3 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to $60 million. The drawing will take place Saturday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Manhattan-Bound Train Derails in NYC Update: MTA Says Queens F Train Was on Tracks Up to 30 Years Old

New York City officials are investigating how a Manhattan-bound F train derailed in Woodside, Queens on Friday morning, injuring 19 people and forcing the evacuation of hundreds of commuters.

The FCC's New Net Neutrality Rules Will Be the Opposite of Net Neutrality - Opinion

The Federal Communications Commission will propose new Open Internet rules supposedly meant to protect consumers and internet businesses later this month. They will do nothing of the kind, giving big broadband companies exactly the kind of anti-net neutrality power they've wanted for years, at a time when the concept of net neutrality desperately needs enforcement.

NSA Training Cyberwarriors to Bolster Force

Cyberwarfare has been heralded as the coming frontier and you can be sure that the United States wants to be at the forefront. Enter the National Security Agency (NSA), which is training a new breed of cyberwarriors for use in the frontlines

Mothers Day Gift Ideas 2014: Great Gift Ideas for All Types of Moms

Once again, it's that time of the year to show your mom just how much you appreciate her for bringing you into this world and putting up with you for at least 18 long years. However, don't worry if you're unsure about what you should to give your mom this Mother's Day. Here's a list of gift ideas that will suit a variety of moms.

New Data Shows Latinos Hesitant to Sign up for Obamacare Despite Pressing Need for Health Coverage

A new Department of Health and Human Services report indicates that a lower number of Latinos than expected are seeking medical coverage through Obamacare. Out of all the people who reported their race after selecting plans on the federal exchange, only 10.7 percent were Latino. In contrast, 63 percent of new signups were white, 16.7 percent were black, and 7.9 percent were Asian.

Teen Bomb Plan: 'Unimaginable Tragedy' Thwarted After Teen Planned to Bomb Schools, Kill Family

Teen made his own bombs, kept them in storage unit. Authorities believe they prevented what could have been an "unimaginable tragedy" they said Thursday by stopping a teen's plan to bomb schools in southern Minnesota.

Kevin Spacey Movies: 'House of Cards' Star Featured in Call of Duty Video Game

Actor appears in video game-form Details are limited, but gamers can look forward to seeing Kevin Spacey in the newest Call of Duty video game. In a trailer released Thursday, Spacey is shown delivering a speech about democracy while live-action war games go on.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Florida Senate OKs Tuition Bill for Undocumented Immigrants In Sunshine State

The Florida Senate voted Thursday to let undocumented students pay the same in-state college tuition as legal citizens.

John Kerry Politics & Subpoena: Darrell Issa Calls On John Kerry to Testify About Benghazi Attack

House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa announced Friday that he subpoenaed Secretary of State John Kerry to testify before the committee.

SpaceX Wins US Air Force Contract Sanctions Case vs. ULA, Russian NPO Energomash: Boeing-Lockheed's Rocket, Launch Vehicle Investments Face Court Injunction

This is part of the ongoing economic sanctions against Russia SpaceX has won at least a temporary victory against its competitor, space supplier United Launch Alliance.

U.S. Economy Adds 288,000 Jobs, Unemployment Rate Hits Lowest Point Since 2008

The economy added 288,000 jobs last month, signaling a drop in the jobless rate and a sign that the economy is continuing to improve.

Immigration Debate News 2014: May Day Inspires Hundreds in Los Angeles to March for Immigration Reform, Workers' Rights

Formerly known as International Worker's Day, May Day traditionally represents a celebration of workers' rights. However, during the past decade in the U.S, it has become a day to advocate for several issues, including immigration reform and raising the national minimum wage. "Si se puede!" -- Yes, we can -- rang throughout the air as immigration reform and undocumented immigrants' rights were the main focus of this year's march.

California Wildfires 2014 Updates & Maps: Etiwanda Fire Outside of Los Angeles Estimated at 53 Percent Containment

Fire officials in southern California announced that as of Thursday evening the Etiwanda wildfire burning outside of Los Angeles had grown to over 1600 acres and was just over 50 percent contained.