Nazi demonstrators gather outside 'Diary of Anne Frank' play in Michigan
Masked protesters waving Nazi flags outside a play about Anne Frank instilled fear among attendees, who required escorts for safety.
Spanish couple held in Singapore over football protest
A Spanish couple's honeymoon in Singapore took a turn after they protested against a football club owner, facing potential legal issues due to strict assembly laws.
Nazi demonstrators gather outside 'Diary of Anne Frank' play in Michigan
Masked protesters waving Nazi flags outside a play about Anne Frank instilled fear among attendees, who required escorts for safety.
Spanish couple held in Singapore over football protest
A Spanish couple's honeymoon in Singapore took a turn after they protested against a football club owner, facing potential legal issues due to strict assembly laws.
France is holding a trial over the beheading of a teacher who showed prophet cartoons to his class
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Aussie Trump supporter claims he was kicked out of LGBTQ+ bar over his MAGA hat
A Trump supporter was asked to leave a Brisbane LGBTQ+ bar for wearing a MAGA hat, provoking discussions on safety and freedom of expression.
7 charged in cyberbullying campaign targeting Paris Olympics' artistic director
The online hate campaign against Thomas Jolly illustrates the dangerous intersection of cyberbullying, homophobia, and public expression.
Seven individuals have been charged in a significant investigation into the defamatory campaign targeting the Paris Olympics artistic director.
Calls to Scrap Jordan's Cybercrime Law Echo Calls to Reject Cybercrime Treaty
Jordan's 2023 cybercrime law threatens freedom of expression and targets marginalized communities, urging repeal and alignment with international human rights standards.
Aussie Trump supporter claims he was kicked out of LGBTQ+ bar over his MAGA hat
A Trump supporter was asked to leave a Brisbane LGBTQ+ bar for wearing a MAGA hat, provoking discussions on safety and freedom of expression.
7 charged in cyberbullying campaign targeting Paris Olympics' artistic director
The online hate campaign against Thomas Jolly illustrates the dangerous intersection of cyberbullying, homophobia, and public expression.
Seven individuals have been charged in a significant investigation into the defamatory campaign targeting the Paris Olympics artistic director.
Calls to Scrap Jordan's Cybercrime Law Echo Calls to Reject Cybercrime Treaty
Jordan's 2023 cybercrime law threatens freedom of expression and targets marginalized communities, urging repeal and alignment with international human rights standards.
Nobel and Pulitzer winners denounce dangerous' Israel cultural boycott
Prominent cultural figures oppose boycotts against Israeli artistic entities, emphasizing the dangers of cultural exclusion and need for open dialogue.
El caotico mundo de Mia Khalifa: dinero, sexo y activismo
Navigating social media fame involves confronting issues of self-presentation, public judgment, freedom of expression, and the impact of past actions.
New poop statue displayed near US Capitol to honor' January 6 rioters
A temporary bronze statue mocking January 6 insurrectionists was installed near the Capitol, symbolizing a controversial reflection of American democracy.
The installation critiques and satirizes the actions and justifications of those involved in the January 6 insurrection.
Biglaw Firm Sets The Record Straight On Layoffs - See Also
Goodwin is clarifying layoff rumors amidst discussions on social platforms.
Harvard law students face backlash over a study group that resembles a protest.
SFO passenger deplaned from Delta flight due to T-shirt
A veteran faced removal from a Delta flight due to her shirt's message on veteran suicide, highlighting controversies around freedom of expression and airline policies.
Cornell Championed "Free Expression." Then It Rolled Out Protest Restrictions.
Cornell University's new expressive activity policy has faced backlash due to restrictions that critics claim curtail free speech, especially for pro-Palestine advocates.
Roberto Saviano to appear at Frankfurt book fair despite Italy delegation's snub
Roberto Saviano's absence from the official Italian delegation at the Frankfurt book fair underscores tensions between Italy's far-right government and its literary community.
Far-right leader who burned copies of Qur'an goes on trial in Sweden
Paludan's trial highlights the tension between freedom of expression and hate speech in Sweden.
The case raises significant legal and diplomatic implications regarding Qur'an burnings.
Russian Prosecutor Seeks Over 3 Years In Prison For Frenchman Accused Of Spying
Sharing online content in Russia and Russian-controlled areas may lead to legal repercussions.
U.S. Issues Fresh Sanctions On Iran In Response To Attack On Israel
Sharing or engaging with dissenting content in Russia or occupied Ukraine can lead to legal consequences.
Imprisoned British-Egyptian activist named PEN writer of courage 2024
PEN Pinter prize awarded to Alaa Abd el-Fattah for courage despite ongoing imprisonment, emphasizing the danger his voice poses to autocratic regimes.
Finally Free, Assange Receives a Measure of Justice From the Council of Europe
PACE declared Julian Assange a political prisoner, raising concerns over government actions that impact freedom of expression and press accountability.
Imprisoned British-Egyptian activist named PEN writer of courage 2024
PEN Pinter prize awarded to Alaa Abd el-Fattah for courage despite ongoing imprisonment, emphasizing the danger his voice poses to autocratic regimes.
Finally Free, Assange Receives a Measure of Justice From the Council of Europe
PACE declared Julian Assange a political prisoner, raising concerns over government actions that impact freedom of expression and press accountability.
Judge lifts suspension of X in Brazil after it meets court's demands
Brazil's Supreme Court lifted the suspension on X after the company complied with legal demands, emphasizing limits to freedom of expression amid disinformation.
Amid Brazil's battle to muzzle Musk's X, Elon eyes tech triumph in free-speech wars
Governments are increasingly attempting to control information, as evidenced by Brazil's efforts to censor Musk's social media platform.
Judge in Brazil orders Musk's X to obey ban or face daily fine
X faces a daily fine for defying a ban against accessing its platform in Brazil, complicating debates on free speech and misinformation.
Judge lifts suspension of X in Brazil after it meets court's demands
Brazil's Supreme Court lifted the suspension on X after the company complied with legal demands, emphasizing limits to freedom of expression amid disinformation.
Amid Brazil's battle to muzzle Musk's X, Elon eyes tech triumph in free-speech wars
Governments are increasingly attempting to control information, as evidenced by Brazil's efforts to censor Musk's social media platform.
Judge in Brazil orders Musk's X to obey ban or face daily fine
X faces a daily fine for defying a ban against accessing its platform in Brazil, complicating debates on free speech and misinformation.