About 900 sites have blacked out in protest of the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act, or CISPA, which passed a House vote last week.
The protest is being led by the hacker activist group Anonymous.
The bill seeks to remove current restrictions on websites that prevent them from mining and sharing sensitive information about their users.
A hacker group issued an ultimatum to the U.S. government today, demanding America declare war on North Korea or the White House would explode.
The hacker group that took responsibility for exposing the private financial information of Michelle Obama and many other celebrities is behind this, too.
The hackers have also swatted Diddy, Ryan Seacrest, Justin Timberlake, Paris Hilton, Chris Brown, Tom Cruise, Rihanna and others in recent weeks.
Contacted authorities through 911, the group threatened to detonate eight bombs around the White House perimeter if President Obama did not comply.
He had 24 hours to declare war, they claimed.
A false tweet from the Associated Press indicated that the White House was the victim of two explosions this morning and that the President was injured.
This is not the case at all. President Barack Obama is fine.
Moreover, the AP confirms its Twitter feed was hacked.
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney held a press conference shortly following the Twitter post, saying without a doubt that "the President is fine."
Not long after the Senate rejected a bipartisan proposal for expanded background checks on gun sales yesterday, two women shouted "Shame on you!" from the Chamber floor.
Both women have ties to recent shootings and both were escorted from the Capital after Vice President Joe Biden called for order.
One of the critics - Patricia Maisch (pictured), who actually took the gun magazine from the hands of the man who shot Gabby Giffords and many others - explained to the press why she reacted in such a manner.
And she held nothing back:
Within hours of the gun background check bill failing in the Senate, Paul McCartney joined the Voices of Violence campaign, making his voice heard by asking citizens to have their voice heard.
By texting "MYVOICE" to 877877, one receives automated message from the iconic rocker, after one gets connected to a U.S. senator's office.
Tommy Tucker, a Republican state senator in North Carolina, reportedly told a newspaper publisher to "be quiet" at a public hearing earlier this week.
The tense hearing took place regarding proposed legislation that could shift public notification of local government actions online and away from print.
Things became heated at the meeting when a local newspaper publisher sought a recorded vote on the bill, the Raleigh News and Observer reported.
The U.S. Senate rejected a bipartisan amendment today that would have expanded background checks on gun purchases, according to news reports.
The defeat marks a blow to advocates calling for more strict firearms laws after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook E.S. in Newtown, Conn., last year.
The measure was a product of intense negotiations between Pennsylvania Republican Sen. Pat Toomey and West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin.
It would have necessitated background check requirements on gun owners, and needed 60 votes to pass, which the two Senators thought it had.
It therefore failed, despite its 54-46 majority.
New Zealand has become the 13th country to legalize gay marriage!
The bill was approved by a vote of 77 to 44.
As the result was announced, a joyous crowd began to sing the indigenous New Zealand love song "Pokarekare Ana."
The bill's sponsor, Louisa Wall, said in her speech to lawmakers, "In our society, the meaning of marriage is universal. It's a declaration of love and commitment to a special person."
"Nothing could make me more proud to be a New Zealander than passing this bill."
An envelope that tested positive for the deadly poison ricin was intercepted Tuesday at the U.S. Capitol's mail facility, according to news reports.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) said he was told the letter was addressed to Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) before being intercepted.
A Maryland lab confirmed the presence of ricin after initial field tests indicated the poison was present, according to Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Terrance Gainer.
The FBI cautioned that more comprehensive testing is still necessary.
Pitbull has released a response to Jay-Z's "Open Letter", which itself was a response to politicians critical of his recent trip to Cuba with Beyonce.
We know. It's confusing, and his song lyrics make it even more so.
Pitbull, a.k.a. Mr. Worldwide, is a rapper known for everybody-come-together-and-party anthems and not for subtlety or wading into political waters.
His "Open Letter" is certainly ... different.
The tough guys are Stand Up Guys too as the film's stars, Al Pacino and Christopher Walken, talk exclusively about their new to DVD and Blu-Ray movie. The film, also starring Alan Arkin, chronicles what happens when some older gangsters keep up the action.
The Hangover Part III lands in theaters ready to close out The Hangover franchise. Movie Fanatic celebrates with a Hangover Part III prize pack that, if you've seen The Hangover Part III trailer, is perfect as it's giraffe filled!
Russell Crowe is Jor-El in the new character poster for Man of Steel. The Superman reboot premieres June 14.
On the Hawaii Five-0 season finale, Kono went on the run after being framed for murder. Did the 50 clear her name before time ran out?
Teen Wolf Season 3 kicks off on June 3. Watch a new trailer for the intense MTV series now.
In this Criminal Minds exclusive, we chat with series star Joe Mantegna. Read on for some season finale scoop!
This orange julius fudge recipe is topped with chocolate morsels and possesses an orange zest in the base. It's sweet, it's tasty, it's a must-make dessert!
Use it as a spread, dip or sauce. This popular Indian cilantro chutney is easy to make with just a few basic ingredients.
This unique Spaghetti Squash "Pasta" dish is light and meat-free. It's the perfect dinner for a hot summer day.
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