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Russia has begun restricting voice calls on Telegram and WhatsApp, accusing the platforms of non-compliance with Russian laws related to law enforcement data sharing, as part of Moscow's broader effort to reduce dependence on foreign technology and increase control over its internet infrastructure.
X, formerly Twitter, has automatically enabled audio and video calls for all users, with no option to turn it off on desktop browsers. Users can disable the feature on their iPhone but not on their Mac, and are advised to consider enabling enhanced call privacy to protect their IP address and location.
NFL officiating has been a source of controversy, with memorable calls including a correct ruling in the 2009 Super Bowl, questionable calls in recent regular season games, and infamous instances such as the missed pass interference call in the 2019 NFC title game. With the Super Bowl approaching, attention is drawn to the impact of officiating on high-stakes games.
WhatsApp has introduced a new privacy feature called "Protect IP Address in Calls" that masks users' IP addresses by relaying calls through its servers, making it harder for bad actors to determine a user's location. The feature adds an extra layer of privacy and security for users, but may result in a slight decrease in call quality. This feature builds upon WhatsApp's "Silence Unknown Callers" feature, which aims to protect users from unwanted contact and minimize the risk of zero-click attacks and spyware.
Madison police in Wisconsin do not respond to most firework-related calls due to limited resources and higher priority incidents. The police department receives a significant number of firework complaints during the summer months, but they prioritize calls involving violence, property damage, or immediate threats to public safety. Instead, they encourage residents to report non-emergency firework violations through an online reporting system.