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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Education

San Jose State professor suspended over pro-Palestinian work

A San José State University professor was placed on suspension amid allegations of misconduct related to her involvement with student protests, leading to concerns about academic freedom. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Graduate Students at U.C. Santa Cruz to Strike on Monday

Protests over the Israel-Hamas war led to cancellation of events, arrests, and now a strike by academic workers at U.C. Santa Cruz. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

Pro-Palestine protesters vow to rally as La Trobe joins universities enforcing encampment ban

Pro-Palestine students facing crackdown on sit-ins amid free speech concerns. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

UC students OK strike over university's response to protests

Unionized graduate student workers at UC campuses authorized a strike over the university's handling of pro-Palestinian protests. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

TikTok sues US government over 'divest or ban' bill, alleging First Amendment violations

TikTok challenges a US law, deeming it unconstitutional due to potential free speech rights violation.
The law requires TikTok's Chinese parent company to divest or face a ban, creating operational and legal challenges. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Education

College graduations begin amid heightened protests and tensions

Some universities facing protests during graduation ceremonies are increasing security measures to maintain order. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Education

San Jose State professor suspended over pro-Palestinian work

A San José State University professor was placed on suspension amid allegations of misconduct related to her involvement with student protests, leading to concerns about academic freedom. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Graduate Students at U.C. Santa Cruz to Strike on Monday

Protests over the Israel-Hamas war led to cancellation of events, arrests, and now a strike by academic workers at U.C. Santa Cruz. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

Pro-Palestine protesters vow to rally as La Trobe joins universities enforcing encampment ban

Pro-Palestine students facing crackdown on sit-ins amid free speech concerns. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

UC students OK strike over university's response to protests

Unionized graduate student workers at UC campuses authorized a strike over the university's handling of pro-Palestinian protests. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

TikTok sues US government over 'divest or ban' bill, alleging First Amendment violations

TikTok challenges a US law, deeming it unconstitutional due to potential free speech rights violation.
The law requires TikTok's Chinese parent company to divest or face a ban, creating operational and legal challenges. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Education

College graduations begin amid heightened protests and tensions

Some universities facing protests during graduation ceremonies are increasing security measures to maintain order. [ more ]
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HuffPost
6 months ago
Marketing

Federal Judge Blocks Montana's TikTok Ban, Calling Unconstitutional

A federal judge has blocked Montana's TikTok ban, ruling it unconstitutional and beyond the state's power.
The judge issued a preliminary injunction, stating that the ban violates free speech rights. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
7 months ago
Law

The D.C. Circuit Court Revealed the Huge Flaw in Trump's Gag Order Claim

The oral argument in the U.S. Court of Appeals highlights the issue of Judge Tanya Chutkan's limited ban on Donald Trump's pretrial free speech rights.
The court debated on the level of threat needed to issue a gag order and the potential impact on future political speech.
There is concern that limiting Trump's outbursts and interference may set a precedent for future cases. [ more ]
Advocate.com
7 months ago
Law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' Drag Ban Can't Be Enforced, Supreme Court Rules

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition from Florida to enforce its drag ban while appealing a federal court ruling.
Attorneys challenging the law welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the preliminary injunction protecting free speech rights. [ more ]
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