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fromConsequence
5 days ago

David Letterman Rips Stephen Colbert's Firing: "This Is Pure Cowardice"

David Letterman criticized the firing of Stephen Colbert as cowardly and a move to appease the Trump administration rather than for financial reasons.
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Hulk Hogan Died Exactly 10 Years After Everyone Heard Him Say N-Word

Hulk Hogan died on July 24th, 10 years to the day after the leak of a sex tape transcription that exposed his casual use of the n-word.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany: Comedian 'El Hotzo' acquitted over Trump posts DW 07/23/2025

Sebastian Hotz was acquitted of charges for online posts deemed satirical rather than incitements to crime during a heated public debate.
#terrorism
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Are You Laughing Yet?

Donald Trump has made comedy legal again! Censorship is when people don't laugh at your jokes. Freedom is when your late-night show gets permanently taken off the air for financial reasons.
Humor
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Was That Davis Polk Associate Asking For It? - Above the Law

Corporate law firms often suppress employee speech on political and fundamental rights issues.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Australian writer on his deportation from the US

Alistair Kitchen, an Australian writer, was blocked from entering the US in June 2025, enduring lengthy interrogations and phone confiscation by Customs agents.
US politics
Television
fromVulture
1 week ago

Jon Stewart Isn't Afraid of Cancelation: 'I'm Not Going Anywhere"

Colbert's show cancellation reflects a broader climate of fear and compliance within American institutions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Bolsonaro's son blasts top Brazilian court official over assets freeze

Eduardo Bolsonaro condemned Justice Moraes for freezing his assets, likening him to a dictator for abusing power.
#palestine-action
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Woman, 74, tells of pain and fear after arrest at Liverpool pro-Palestine rally

A 74-year-old woman was arrested during a pro-Palestine rally under terrorism laws, raising concerns over freedom of speech.
#russia
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Biglaw Firm Allegedly Fires Associate Over Anti-Trump Op-Eds - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are distancing themselves from Trump-related controversies, affecting associates' freedom to criticize.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Armed police threatened to arrest Kent protester for holding Palestinian flag

Police threatened a protester with arrest under the Terrorism Act for holding a Palestinian flag and signs calling for Gaza's freedom.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Six great reads: 1 Italian houses, how to make small talk and the truth about Tesla

Israel's actions in Gaza threaten the agreed international legal and political responsibilities established over the past 77 years.
#kneecap
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

IRS says churches can now endorse political candidates

Houses of worship can now endorse candidates for political office without losing tax-exempt status.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

University of California reiterates ban on student government boycotts of Israel

Student governments at the University of California cannot engage in financial boycotts against companies tied to specific countries.
US politics
fromABC7 Chicago
3 weeks ago

Environmental Protection Agency puts 139 employees who spoke out against Trump on leave

139 EPA employees placed on leave for dissenting against policies, accused of undermining the Trump administration's agenda.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson denies harassing two MailOnline journalists

Tommy Robinson denied harassing journalists Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber, entering not guilty pleas to charges of causing fear of violence.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Police accused of assault on right to protest' after just 3% of arrests see charges

Only 18 arrests out of 638 made by the Metropolitan Police for conspiracy to cause public nuisance have resulted in charges over the last six years.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Protester's arrest for alleged antisemitic chanting in Nottingham ruled unlawful

Police actions during the arrest of Despine Green were found to be oppressive and unconstitutional by a judge.
#bob-vylan
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Tunisia court sentences lawyer critical of president to two years in prison

Sonia Dhamani's sentencing reflects a broader crackdown on dissent under President Kais Saied in Tunisia.
#journalism
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Russian journalist who escaped Putin's reach reappears in Paris after daring journey

Ekaterina Barabash successfully escaped from Russia, highlighting the fight for free speech against oppressive regimes.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Russian journalist who escaped Putin's reach reappears in Paris after daring journey

Ekaterina Barabash successfully escaped from Russia, highlighting the fight for free speech against oppressive regimes.
Social media marketing
fromPoynter
1 month ago

'Self-regulation has proven a failure': Brazilian leaders defend the need for social media regulation - Poynter

Regulating misinformation on social media is essential and does not infringe on freedom of speech.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Court says Australian broadcaster ABC wrongfully dismissed journalist

"The ABC fired radio host Antoinette Lattouf in December 2023 for expressing views supporting Palestine and calling for Israel to end its bombardment of Gaza."
Left-wing politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'I don't approve of them, I don't agree with them' - Taoiseach says new US J1 visa rules around social media 'excessive'

I believe those measures by the United States are excessive. I don't approve of them. I don't agree with them.
US news
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Australian deported from US says he was targeted' due to writing on pro-Palestine student protests

Political views can lead to detention by U.S. border officials, as seen in Alistair Kitchen's case related to pro-Palestine writings.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Judge rules Mahmoud Khalil can remain in custody amid green card dispute

Khalil's detention raises constitutional concerns over freedom of speech and immigration fraud allegations under the Trump administration.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Uncharted Territory': Political World Shocked By Footage of Federal Agents Assaulting' Senator

Federal agents forcibly removed Senator Padilla during a press conference, raising serious concerns about freedom of speech and the treatment of public officials.
NYC LGBT
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Stand with Mosab Abu Toha: A Special Evening of Poetry & Solidarity

Mosab Abu Toha, a Palestinian poet, faces threats and deportation while his voice is imperative to the expression of Gaza's humanity.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Education Chief Gives Stunning Reply To Holocaust Denier' Question At Hearing

Linda McMahon advocates for viewpoint diversity on campuses, emphasizing free speech rights amid contentious debate about limits and hiring practices.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Azerbaijan: 12 years prison for explaining economics? DW 06/02/2025

Farid Mehralizada's ability to explain economics clearly has made him a target for government repression in Azerbaijan.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man fined for 'provocative' Quran burning

Man found guilty for burning Quran, deemed a public order offence.
Court highlighted deep-seated hatred toward Islam influenced by personal history.
Defendant claims conviction is an assault on free speech.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Thousands march in Budapest to protest 'transparency bill'

Protests in Budapest oppose a draft law that threatens to silence dissent and restrict press access.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Manufacturing of an antinational' in India

The more Mahmudabad pleads his innocence, the deeper the suspicion grows against him as the Supreme Court has cast doubt on his intent.
Left-wing politics
US news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Irish students cancel their J1 US trips in protest at Trump visa rules

Irish students are favoring Europe over the US for study abroad due to concerns about freedom of speech and social media screening.
#travel-restrictions
fromIndependent
2 months ago
US news

'I am pro-Palestine and pro-Ukraine' - Irish students cancel their J1 US trips in protest at Trump visa rules

fromIndependent
2 months ago
US news

'I am pro-Palestine and pro-Ukraine' - Irish students cancel their J1 US trips in protest at Trump visa rules

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Prosecuting man for burning Qur'an reintroducing blasphemy law', UK court told

To render such an act a criminal offence is tantamount to reintroducing a blasphemy law in relation to Islam, rendering the Qur'an a specially protected object in the UK.
UK news
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'60 Minutes' anchor Scott Pelley ripped for 'angry, unhinged' commencement speech criticizing Trump

Scott Pelley's graduation speech criticized the current state of America, focusing on themes of fear surrounding issues like freedom of speech.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

In Defense of Academic Freedom

Defending academic freedom is crucial, even for harmful ideas, as censoring them opens the door to broader oppression.
Historical context reveals that purging dissenting ideas threatens intellectual freedom and democracy.
Academic institutions must protect diverse viewpoints to uphold foundational principles of freedom.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Not about safety, about silencing': Lawmakers slam SummerStage concert cancellations of Kehlani and Noname | amNewYork

NYC Council members condemn SummerStage concert cancellations of Kehlani and Noname as censorship.
They demand reinstatement, linking cancellations to criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Columbia University prez defends ex-student Mahmoud Khalil in commencement, sparking graduates' anger

We firmly believe that our international students have the same rights to freedom of speech as everyone else, and they should not be targeted by the government for exercising their right.
Black Lives Matter
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Campaign against an airline that flies deportees sets off a legal fight

Seth Miller argued that he has a right to voice objections to Avelo Airlines' business practices, especially their involvement in deportation flights.
NYC startup
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Moscow outlaws Amnesty International for Russophobia' amid Ukraine war

Russia labels Amnesty International as undesirable, accusing it of extremist support and pro-war propaganda related to the Ukraine conflict.
#bruce-springsteen
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Bruce Springsteen speaks out on Trump again: 'They're persecuting people for their right to free speech'

Bruce Springsteen firmly criticized Trump during his tour, emphasizing pressing issues affecting American democracy and societal rights.
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

NYU denies diploma to student who criticized Israel in commencement speech

NYU denies diploma to Logan Rozos after graduation speech condemning U.S. support of Israel's actions against Palestinians.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

James Comey is under investigation for his '8647' Instagram post. What does it mean?

James Comey's Instagram post of seashells led to allegations of a threat against President Trump, igniting controversy and calls for investigation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

The man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage has been sentenced to 25 years in prison

Hadi Matar, 27, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the stabbing of Salman Rushdie, which left the author blind in one eye.
UK news
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Liberal loudmouth streamer Hasan Piker claims he was detained by US immigration officials

Hasan Piker alleges that US immigration officials attempted to gather information during his detention to silence dissenting voices.
#immigration
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

Jewish Groups and Synagogues Defend Students Detained by ICE

Progressive Jewish organizations are defending a Muslim student facing deportation for her criticism of Israel.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Silicon Valley isn't pushing back on Trump's immigration crackdown. It should be

The Trump administration has expanded social media surveillance for immigrants, requiring Green Card applicants to disclose their social media accounts.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Jewish Groups and Synagogues Defend Students Detained by ICE

Progressive Jewish organizations are defending a Muslim student facing deportation for her criticism of Israel.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Meta blocks major Muslim Instagram page in India amid rising conflict

Meta banned a prominent news page on Instagram due to a legal request by the Indian government, sparking accusations of censorship.
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

Even if Decentralization Could End Censorship, Would We Let It? | HackerNoon

The task for a decentralized internet isn't just to dismantle institutional power. It has to undo the mental chains we place around ourselves that keep us censored. This speaks to a deeper challenge that goes beyond technology, posing questions about our willingness to embrace true freedom.
Digital life
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Fear and intimidation at Newark airport

The harassment I faced returning to the US as a Palestinian-American makes it clear the US government is afraid of me. I am no stranger to political repression and censorship.
Germany news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Dublin council block 'manosphere' poster featuring Trump, Musk and McGregor on grounds it may be offensive

Dublin City Council's refusal to approve the ROSA demonstration posters, citing potential offensiveness towards individuals pictured, highlights ongoing tensions regarding freedom of expression in public demonstrations.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

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

"I was tortured and beaten up. It was too much, life there wasn't good," says Mwangi, recounting the ordeal he faced during his abduction.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

More Kneecap gigs cancelled amid 'kill your MP' controversy

It's about telling the next young band, both through the music industry and through the political class, that you cannot speak about Palestine.
London music
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

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.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

'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.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 months ago

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

This new program, called 'Catch and Revoke,' is alarming due to its implication on free speech and privacy for student visa holders and their American peers.
Privacy technologies
fromApaonline
3 months ago

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

Freedom of speech is enshrined in the First Amendment, limited only by a few Supreme Court decisions relevant to time, place, and content, highlighting America's unique stance.
philosophy
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

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.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

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.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

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

"The editorial suggested that the ad—and by extension, Palin—had incited the shooting that nearly killed Giffords... The editorial was swiftly retracted, and an apology extended to Palin."
SF politics
fromEngadget
3 months ago

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

In its decision, the Board claims that "public debate on policies around transgender peoples' rights and inclusion is permitted, with offensive viewpoints protected under international human rights law on freedom of expression."
LGBT
fromIndependent
3 months ago

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

The UK Supreme Court's ruling reflects an understanding that the definitions of 'woman' and 'sex' in legislation are not open to personal interpretation.
UK politics
Media industry
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Trump's FCC chair threatens Comcast, demands changes to NBC news coverage

The recent conviction of Victor Martinez-Hernandez is being misrepresented by the White House in relation to unrelated deportation cases.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

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

The court emphasized that the treatment of patients in public hospitals is a matter of legitimate public interest, allowing wider limits of acceptable criticism for public figures.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago

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.
SF politics
fromwww.montereyherald.com
3 months ago

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.
#germany
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany wants to deport four pro-Palestine activists: What you should know

Germany is expelling pro-Palestinian activists without criminal convictions, sparking debates on freedom of speech.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Germany politics

Germany is now deporting pro-Palestine EU citizens. This is a chilling new step | Hanno Hauenstein

Germany is increasingly curbing dissent over Palestine-Israel statements, using accusations of antisemitism to silence opposition.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Germany is now deporting pro-Palestine EU citizens. This is a chilling new step | Hanno Hauenstein

Germany is increasingly curbing dissent over Palestine-Israel statements, using accusations of antisemitism to silence opposition.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

So You Want to Be a Dissident?

"In a landscape altered by an administration encouraging fear, the call for courage has never been more urgent, as the repercussions for dissent grow ever larger."
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

'All Boys Aren't Blue' tops the ALA's list of most challenged books

We are witnessing an effort to eliminate entire genres and categories of books from library shelves in pursuit of a larger goal of placing politics and religion over the well-being and education of young people...
SF LGBT
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Two Labour MPs denied entry and deported from Israel

The deportation of two British MPs from Israel is a troubling action that raises questions about diplomatic relations and freedom of movement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

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

Antao stated, "This is absolutely unacceptable for just having a different opinion than someone," highlighting the intensifying conflicts surrounding the abortion debate.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Legal group apologizes after cancellation of noted Syrian Canadian speech sparks 'profound' reaction | CBC News

"Our members have expressed deep concerns with the way our decisions were made, the basis for them and with the lack of diverse consultation in our deliberations."
Social justice
fromConsequence
3 months ago

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

If I talk about Donald J. Trump, I may be one of those returning to America who is barred or put in jail to sleep on a cement floor.
US politics
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