#freedom-of-speech
#freedom-of-speech

UK news

Tortured over a tweet: how the war between Kenya's Gen Z and their president has moved online

Billy Mwangi was abducted for posting critical political content online, highlighting the risks for dissenters in Kenya.

#censorship

fromApaonline

philosophy

How Much Freedom of Speech is Too Much? (From a Philosophy of Language Point of View)

The U.S. approach to freedom of speech raises ethical concerns, particularly with the Trump administration's influence on right-wing rhetoric and censorship.

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Prosecutors to lay out attempted murder case against man accused of Salman Rushdie attack

Prosecutors will outline their case against Hadi Matar, focusing on the attack's circumstances rather than Matar's motivations.

fromwww.bbc.com

1 day ago

London music

More Kneecap gigs cancelled amid 'kill your MP' controversy

The band faces backlash for their pro-Palestine stance, with performances canceled and calls for their work visas to be revoked.

fromApaonline

philosophy

How Much Freedom of Speech is Too Much? (From a Philosophy of Language Point of View)

The U.S. approach to freedom of speech raises ethical concerns, particularly with the Trump administration's influence on right-wing rhetoric and censorship.

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Miscellaneous

Prosecutors to lay out attempted murder case against man accused of Salman Rushdie attack

Prosecutors will outline their case against Hadi Matar, focusing on the attack's circumstances rather than Matar's motivations.

fromwww.bbc.com

1 day ago

London music

More Kneecap gigs cancelled amid 'kill your MP' controversy

The band faces backlash for their pro-Palestine stance, with performances canceled and calls for their work visas to be revoked.

Comment | Trump's 100 days should remind us to be brave-because in an autocracy there is no safety

Trump's second term sees cultural institutions pressured to conform to ideologically driven funding policies.

Russo-Ukrainian War

3 weeks ago

USAGM Terminates Some Satellite Broadcasts By RFE/RL's Current Time

Engaging with online content in Russia could result in legal ramifications.

#uk-politics

London politics

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Sadiq Khan says Donald Trump 'absolutely'' welcome to visit UK

Sadiq Khan now welcomes Trump to London despite past criticisms, suggesting a new understanding of the city's values and diversity.

LGBT

Was a 'transphobic toddler' really suspended from school?

The suspension of a British toddler for alleged transphobia highlights controversial issues related to free speech and educational policies.

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2 days ago

UK news

'Co-ordinated smear campaign' - Kneecap says footage has been 'exploited and weaponised' over dead Tory comment

The band insists that their comments were taken out of context and aim to refocus dialogue on Gaza.

London politics

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Sadiq Khan says Donald Trump 'absolutely'' welcome to visit UK

Sadiq Khan now welcomes Trump to London despite past criticisms, suggesting a new understanding of the city's values and diversity.

LGBT

Was a 'transphobic toddler' really suspended from school?

The suspension of a British toddler for alleged transphobia highlights controversial issues related to free speech and educational policies.

2 days ago

UK news

'Co-ordinated smear campaign' - Kneecap says footage has been 'exploited and weaponised' over dead Tory comment

The band insists that their comments were taken out of context and aim to refocus dialogue on Gaza.

more#uk-politics

#first-amendment

LGBT

fromLos Angeles Times

Supreme Court will hear free-speech challenge to 'conversion therapy' bans in California, Colorado

California's ban on conversion therapy is being challenged on First Amendment grounds by a Colorado counselor.

Left-wing politics

The Detention of Mahmoud Khalil Is a Flagrant Assault on Free Speech

The detention of Mahmoud Khalil raises significant concerns regarding freedom of speech and the First Amendment rights of lawful residents.

fromwww.montereyherald.com

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

California city bans newspapers, all non-government materials at city facilities except libraries

The Fullerton City Council voted to ban non-government content at city facilities, raising concerns about freedom of speech.

5 days ago

Privacy technologies

Trump Administration's Targeting of International Students Jeopardizes Free Speech and Privacy Online

The federal government surveils student visa holders' social media to revoke visas based on political speech, raising serious First Amendment concerns.

Environment

The North Dakota ruling against Greenpeace is a threat to free speech | Sushma Raman and Anthony Romero

Corporations using lawsuits can threaten freedom of speech and assembly, exemplified by Energy Transfer's win against Greenpeace.

LGBT

fromLos Angeles Times

Supreme Court will hear free-speech challenge to 'conversion therapy' bans in California, Colorado

California's ban on conversion therapy is being challenged on First Amendment grounds by a Colorado counselor.

Left-wing politics

The Detention of Mahmoud Khalil Is a Flagrant Assault on Free Speech

The detention of Mahmoud Khalil raises significant concerns regarding freedom of speech and the First Amendment rights of lawful residents.

fromwww.montereyherald.com

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

California city bans newspapers, all non-government materials at city facilities except libraries

The Fullerton City Council voted to ban non-government content at city facilities, raising concerns about freedom of speech.

5 days ago

Privacy technologies

Trump Administration's Targeting of International Students Jeopardizes Free Speech and Privacy Online

The federal government surveils student visa holders' social media to revoke visas based on political speech, raising serious First Amendment concerns.

Environment

The North Dakota ruling against Greenpeace is a threat to free speech | Sushma Raman and Anthony Romero

Corporations using lawsuits can threaten freedom of speech and assembly, exemplified by Energy Transfer's win against Greenpeace.

more#first-amendment

#kemi-badenoch

UK politics

UK Conservative leader Badenoch demands prosecution of rap group Kneecap over 'dead Tory' claim

UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch demands prosecution of rap group Kneecap for allegedly inciting violence against Tories.

UK news

UK in best possible position' to negotiate future exemptions from Trump tariffs, business secretary says UK politics live

Badenoch denies banning criticism of Trump, emphasizes private discourse on foreign politics, and highlights the need for balanced abortion laws in the UK.

UK politics

UK Conservative leader Badenoch demands prosecution of rap group Kneecap over 'dead Tory' claim

UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch demands prosecution of rap group Kneecap for allegedly inciting violence against Tories.

fromDisappearing act - The Chief

UK news

UK in best possible position' to negotiate future exemptions from Trump tariffs, business secretary says UK politics live

Badenoch denies banning criticism of Trump, emphasizes private discourse on foreign politics, and highlights the need for balanced abortion laws in the UK.

Finally, Someone Said It to Joe Rogan's Face

Podcasters like Joe Rogan must acknowledge responsibility for the impact of their guest selections and the ideas they promote.

#activism

NYC politics

Disappearing act - The Chief

The deportation of activists Kahlil and Mahdawi threatens free speech under the guise of national security.

fromDisappearing act - The Chief

3 weeks ago

Black Lives Matter

WATCH: Pro-Life Activist's Street Interview Turns Bloody and Violent: This Is Absolutely Unacceptable'

Pro-life activist Savannah Craven Antao was assaulted during an interview about abortion, emphasizing rising tensions in the debate.

NYC politics

Disappearing act - The Chief

The deportation of activists Kahlil and Mahdawi threatens free speech under the guise of national security.

3 weeks ago

Black Lives Matter

WATCH: Pro-Life Activist's Street Interview Turns Bloody and Violent: This Is Absolutely Unacceptable'

Pro-life activist Savannah Craven Antao was assaulted during an interview about abortion, emphasizing rising tensions in the debate.

Sarah Palin Loses Appeal on Her Lawsuit Against The New York Times, Leaving Landmark 'Sullivan' Decision Unchallenged

Sarah Palin lost her defamation lawsuit against The New York Times regarding an editorial linking her PAC to inciting violence.

US politics

Placebo frontman Brian Molko charged with calling Meloni fascist' and racist'

Brian Molko is facing defamation charges in Italy after derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a festival performance.

fromwww.esquire.com

Sarah Palin Loses Appeal on Her Lawsuit Against The New York Times, Leaving Landmark 'Sullivan' Decision Unchallenged

Sarah Palin lost her defamation lawsuit against The New York Times regarding an editorial linking her PAC to inciting violence.

US politics

Placebo frontman Brian Molko charged with calling Meloni fascist' and racist'

Brian Molko is facing defamation charges in Italy after derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a festival performance.

Meta's Oversight Board criticizes company's 'hastily announced' hate speech policy changes

Meta's Oversight Board upheld two potentially harmful videos as within free speech rights, advocating for more nuanced policies on hate speech.

Public debate on transgender rights, even if offensive, is protected under international human rights law.

fromIndependent

UK politics

Ksenia Samotiy: JK Rowling loves it when a plan comes together - I'd love it if we could take the heat out of the trans debate

Dissent should not be equated with treason, especially amidst current threats to democracy.

UK news

Doctors in end-of-life cases of two UK children can be named, court rules

The UK Supreme Court allowed doctors' names to be revealed in notable end-of-life cases, supporting transparency and freedom of speech in patient care disputes.

Strong reactions from 'Washington Post' staff and other journalists as Jeff Bezos overhauls the opinion section

Jeff Bezos announced changes to the Washington Post's Opinions section, prioritizing his views on personal freedoms, sparking staff backlash.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

UK news

Russian journalists jailed for more than 5 years over alleged Navalny ties

Four journalists sentenced in Russia for alleged extremism related to Navalny's anti-corruption group, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on dissent.

fromFast Company

Strong reactions from 'Washington Post' staff and other journalists as Jeff Bezos overhauls the opinion section

Jeff Bezos announced changes to the Washington Post's Opinions section, prioritizing his views on personal freedoms, sparking staff backlash.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK news

Russian journalists jailed for more than 5 years over alleged Navalny ties

Four journalists sentenced in Russia for alleged extremism related to Navalny's anti-corruption group, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on dissent.

more#journalism

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UK politics

Opinon piece: There is 'not only two-tier policing,' but 'two-tier justice' plus there is the pathetic 'Thought Police' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The report denies two-tier policing in the UK, despite public sentiment and criticism from figures like Nigel Farage.

#trump-administration

Writing

Julianne Moore 'in shock' after Trump bans her kids' book Freckleface Strawberry

Julianne Moore expresses shock and sadness over the banning of her children's book by the Trump administration.

US news

CNN's Jake Tapper Challenges Trump Admin to Justify Student Arrests: Not Good Enough!'

Jake Tapper questions the justification for the arrests of foreign students, demanding evidence amidst vague official statements.

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US politics

So You Want to Be a Dissident?

The current political atmosphere in the U.S. has made dissent riskier, demanding renewed courage from citizens.

Writing

Julianne Moore 'in shock' after Trump bans her kids' book Freckleface Strawberry

Julianne Moore expresses shock and sadness over the banning of her children's book by the Trump administration.

US news

CNN's Jake Tapper Challenges Trump Admin to Justify Student Arrests: Not Good Enough!'

Jake Tapper questions the justification for the arrests of foreign students, demanding evidence amidst vague official statements.

more#trump-administration

US politics

So You Want to Be a Dissident?

The current political atmosphere in the U.S. has made dissent riskier, demanding renewed courage from citizens.

US politics

fromConsequence

4 weeks ago

Neil Young fears Trump criticism could get him "barred" from US re-entry

Neil Young fears criticism of Trump may prevent his return to the US after his tour.

Battle over 'inspirational' new pro-Trump sign ignites in NY court: 'Blatant attack on free expression'

Sticker Mule is contesting a zoning board decision to block its political sign, claiming it violates free speech rights.

UK news

Schoolteacher Enoch Burke reveals he has 40,000 in frozen bank account

Enoch Burke faces severe financial consequences for refusing to affirm transgender ideology, including frozen bank accounts and stopped salary.

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

Battle over 'inspirational' new pro-Trump sign ignites in NY court: 'Blatant attack on free expression'

Sticker Mule is contesting a zoning board decision to block its political sign, claiming it violates free speech rights.

UK news

Schoolteacher Enoch Burke reveals he has 40,000 in frozen bank account

Enoch Burke faces severe financial consequences for refusing to affirm transgender ideology, including frozen bank accounts and stopped salary.

Jeff Bezos' Washington Post overhaul and the weakening of the woke

Jeff Bezos signals a new editorial direction for The Washington Post, prioritizing personal liberties and free markets.

Europe news

fromThe American Conservative

Uefa president Ceferin makes candid intervention on European politics

Uefa President Aleksander Ceferin criticizes diminishing freedom of speech and political correctness in Europe.

Right-wing politics

Status Panic on the Campus

The ACLU is defending academic freedom against lawsuits aimed at silencing opposition to the Gaza war.

Salman Rushdie's Assailant Found Guilty of Attempted Murder

Hadi Matar was convicted of attempted murder for stabbing Salman Rushdie on stage, highlighting the ongoing issues of violence against authors.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Upstate NY trial begins for radical accused of stabbing 'Satanic Verses' author Salman Rushdie

The trial for Salman Rushdie's attacker, Hadi Matar, begins soon after a lengthy delay.

UK news

fromtime.com

Salman Rushdie's Assailant Found Guilty of Attempted Murder

Hadi Matar was convicted of attempted murder for stabbing Salman Rushdie on stage, highlighting the ongoing issues of violence against authors.

fromNew York Post

New York City

Upstate NY trial begins for radical accused of stabbing 'Satanic Verses' author Salman Rushdie

The trial for Salman Rushdie's attacker, Hadi Matar, begins soon after a lengthy delay.

more#salman-rushdie

Miscellaneous

Prayer and prosecutions: the US hate group' waging war over Britain's abortion clinic buffer zones

Buffer zones for abortion clinics have significantly reduced harassment and protests, highlighting a successful protective measure for patients and staff.

Europe politics

JD Vance's Munich speech laid bare the collapse of the transatlantic alliance

JD Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference highlights a significant ideological rift between Europe and the Trump administration, focusing on internal societal threats.

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