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Title: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: astarmathsandphysics on January 08, 2014, 12:14:23 pm

An American family who serched online for pressure cookers was raided by the FBI who suspected them of being terrorists.

Is this as invasive as the government can get?

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: $tyli$h Executive on January 18, 2014, 12:54:50 pm

Use TOR browser!

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: astarmathsandphysics on January 28, 2014, 10:08:02 am

I use tor - now you can get the tor browser on your phone. Tor tyends to be a bit slower though.

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: StellaHearon on August 13, 2025, 09:25:26 am

Wow, that's chilling! Searching for pressure cookers shouldn't trigger a raid. It sounds like something straight out of a wild Poptropica (https://poptropica.io/) quest! We definitely need more transparency and oversight regarding data collection and privacy. Are there any resources available to learn about citizens' rights in these situations? I wonder if this is related to the Patriot Act...

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: MarjorieSchaefer on August 21, 2025, 03:43:09 am

It's alarming to think how technology can be misused or misinterpreted, like with the family's experience. I once felt similarly when browsing online for a harmless hobby, and I immediately thought about privacy. It’s essential for us to have safe spaces to explore our interests. Speaking of which, if you're looking for a fun challenge, check out Geometry Dash (https://geometrydashjump.com)! It's a great platform to unwind while testing your skills.

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: Laiilisa on August 25, 2025, 07:44:20 am

Wow, that's terrifying! I can't believe searching for a pressure cooker could lead to that kind of government intrusion. It really makes you think about online privacy. Maybe we all need to be more careful about what we search for. Speaking of unusual situations, my kids were obsessed with this goofy game called Crazy Cattle 3D (https://cc3dgame.com) for a while. It was so random, but at least harmless! This pressure cooker thing is anything but.

Title: Re: Your Government is watcing you!
Post by: PiperCade on August 29, 2025, 03:44:09 am

I can relate to the feeling of being cheated. A few years ago, I lent money to a friend with the promise that they would repay me once they got their paycheck. Months passed, and I never saw the money again. It was hard to confront them about it, and like you, I didn't want to involve my family. Trust is essential, and when it’s broken, it can be painful. It's a tough lesson that makes you more cautious in the future. If you're looking for something to lighten the mood after such an experience, I recommend checking out Sprunki (https://sprunkii.io) for some entertaining content.