NSA Whistleblower Edward Snowden Warns of The Dangers Posed By Loss Of Privacy In Channel 4's 'Alternative Christmas Message' -- Daily Mail
* In two-minute video, Snowden spoke of future concerns over surveillance
* Message has been broadcast since 1993 to mimic Queen's annual speech
* Snowden became a wanted man seven months ago for leaking
Former US National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden, who revealed details of electronic surveillance by American and British spy services, warned of the dangers posed by a loss of privacy in a Channel 4's 'Alternative Christmas Message'.
In a two-minute video recorded in Moscow, where Snowden has been granted temporary asylum, he spoke of concerns over surveillance in an age of huge technological advancement.
'We have sensors in our pockets that track us everywhere we go. Think about what this means for the privacy of the average person,' he said.
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MILITARY AND INTELLIGENCE NEWS BRIEFS
Edward Snowden, after months of NSA revelations, says his mission’s accomplished -- Washington Post
Edward Snowden declares 'mission accomplished' in Moscow interview -- The Guardian
Snowden says spying worse than Orwellian -- Washington post
If not the NSA, who should store the phone data? -- Ellen Nakashima, Washington Post
Spy wars: Americans need to know more than Snowden has revealed -- Seth Rosenfeld, L.A. Times
Russian Military Plans to Order More Yak-130 Combat Trainers -- RIA Novosti
Russia to Test-Fly New Bomber in 2019 -- RIA Novosti
Russian Air Force Received 12 Su-35 Fighter Jets in 2013 -- RIA Novosti
Russia Test Fires New Yars Ballistic Missile -- RIA Novosti
Japan PM close to deal on controversial U.S. base on Okinawa -- Reuters
Japan's Remote Weapons System Development -- Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi, Real Clear Defense
China, Armenia to further military ties -- Global Times
China to Sell Bangladesh 2 Submarines -- The Diplomat
Government Body Grim on Taiwan Military Prospects -- AP
Taiwan’s All-Volunteer Military -- Shang-su Wu, The Diplomat
Swedish Government Looks to Add Value to Gripen-E Sale Talks -- Defense News
Turkey Increases Defense Spending in 2014 Budget -- Defense News
Colombia downplays report of covert CIA help against rebels -- FOX News
U.S., Japan Move to Shore Up Military Base in Okinawa -- Wall Street Journal
Christmas Day attacks show security challenges in Iraq and Afghanistan -- Lateef Mungin, CNN
US rescue operation in S. Sudan to test post-Benghazi Marine reaction force -- Christian Science Monitor
Air Force's Beloved 'Warthog' Targeted For Retirement -- NPR
Proposed Navy womens’ dress uniforms to resemble male version -- Stars and Stripes
Army and National Guard cross swords over troop cuts -- Stars and Stripes/USA Today
What A Top Gun Learned On Her Way To The Top Of The Pentagon -- NPR
Obama lauds returning troops in holiday broadcast -- Reuters
Obamas pay visit to troops in Hawaii Christmas Day -- FOX News
'Lone Survivor' depicts U.S. Navy SEALs comradery in Afghan tragedy -- Reuters
USS Cowpens Incident: Rule Bending in the South China Sea -- Robert Farley, The Diplomat
Might Pentagon have been alerted sooner to boozy US general in Moscow? -- Anna Mulrine, Christian Science Monitor
Claiming To Be In The CIA Is Virtual Proof Someone Isn't A Spy -- Erik Sherman, Aol.com
Rodolfo Hernandez, 82, Dies; Awarded Medal of Honor -- New York Times
21st century bird watching: Drone guide lets sky gazers spot flying military robots using their silhouettes -- Daily Mail
1 comment:
We have a good friend
from church who was in
the same unit and battle
with Rudy Hernandez. They
remained friends through
the years.
I am always amazed at
the level that some men
can rise to when faced
with such long odds. RIP
Rudolfo Hernandez.
ofs
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