How government violates our rights: from searches to prostitution

A few observations on how the government violates our rights. A 1985 United States Supreme Court Case stated it was perfectly fine for the police to search the purpose of a public schools high school student. So much for probable cause, and the 4th Amendment, don't you think?...

Civil Liberties, Privacy, + Security

"If privacy is an essential component of personhood, how is personhood compromised by the information age, surveillance technologies, and other potential invasions of privacy? Similarly, what constitutes sufficient justification for the invasion of privacy by government,...

Apple Slammed over iPhone and iPad Location Tracking

"Privacy watchdogs are demanding answers from Apple Inc. about why iPhones and iPads are secretly collecting location data on users — records that cellular service providers routinely keep but require a court order to disgorge. It’s not clear if other smartphones and...

Facebook to share user phone number, home address w/ 3rd Parties

"Facebook will move forward with a plan to allow third parties to access the personal data of users, the latest in a series of moves drawing controversy over the privacy of its massive consumer base. The feature will permit applications to seek the private data of Facebook...

Manchester Airport body scanners to become compulsory

" All passengers flying out of Manchester Airport will have to pass through body scanners by the end of October, it has been announced. The equipment will be installed in all three security areas, making it compulsory for all travellers. There are privacy concerns and earlier...