FISA Surveillance Vote Sparks Fierce Debate in Congress

A controversial law allowing warrantless surveillance faces expiration, sparking fierce debate in Congress. Donald Trump pushes for a clean extension, while a coalition of progressives and far-right Republicans demands reform.

Asteroid Apophis to Pass Earth Closer Than Satellites in 2029

Asteroid 99942 Apophis, named after an Egyptian god of chaos, will pass within 20,000 miles of Earth in 2029, closer than geosynchronous satellites. NASA confirms no collision risk for at least 100 years, offering a rare viewing opportunity.

Starmer Meets Social Media Bosses on Child Safety Concerns

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet with executives from TikTok, X, and Meta to demand stronger child protection measures, amid government consultations on potential under-16 social media bans and limits on addictive features.

Starmer Summons Social Media Giants Over Child Safety

Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets TikTok, Meta, and X executives to demand stronger child protection measures, warning of stark consequences for inaction as the government considers an under-16 social media ban.

Maine Passes First Statewide Data Center Moratorium

Maine's legislature has approved a yearlong freeze on large data centers, citing fears over blackouts, rising electricity bills, and water usage. This move reflects growing political resistance to tech giants' energy-intensive projects.

Sweden Blames Pro-Russian Group for Energy Cyberattack

Swedish officials have publicly identified a pro-Russian actor with ties to Russian intelligence as responsible for a failed cyberattack on a heating plant last year, amid broader warnings of Russian targeting of European critical infrastructure.

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