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UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

Russian drone breaches Polish airspace, triggers alert

A Russian drone breached Polish airspace, triggering a national alert and swift military response. The incident, occurring just hours before Warsaw closed its border with Belarus, intensifies regional security fears and underscores the spillover risks fro

Trump Threatens India With Tariffs Over Russian Oil

Former US President Donald Trump's advisors issue a stark warning to India, threatening tariffs if Narendra Modi's government continues purchasing Russian oil, potentially straining US-India relations.

Russia Turns Fairy Tales Into War Propaganda, Film-Maker Reveals

Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky exposes Russia's state-funded cinema industry, revealing how classic fairy tales are being weaponised as pro-war propaganda to indoctrinate the nation's youth amidst an unprecedented cultural purge.

Alberta's 'Parental Rights' Policy Sparks Massive Book Ban

A controversial new policy in Alberta, Canada, is forcing schools to pull hundreds of books from shelves, igniting a fierce national debate over censorship, LGBTQ+ representation, and the true meaning of 'parental rights' in education.

Rising Damp sitcom given 'discriminatory language' warning

The beloved 1970s sitcom 'Rising Damp' faces a modern reckoning as UKTV adds a trigger warning for its 'discriminatory language', igniting a fierce debate about historical context, comedy, and censorship in British television.

Lorne Michaels Denies Censoring SNL Over Trump

Saturday Night Live's legendary producer Lorne Michaels has publicly refuted claims that the show censored its content to avoid criticising Donald Trump. Speaking on 'Real Time with Bill Maher', Michaels dismissed the allegations as unfounded, asserting t

Kneecap's US Tour Axed After Visa Denial Over Lyrics

The politically charged Irish rap group Kneecap has had their entire US tour cancelled after being denied entry visas. US authorities cited their lyrics and support for 'unlawful activity' as the reason, sparking accusations of censorship and political in

Myanmar Artist Faces Chinese Censorship in Thai Exile

Exclusive: Burmese political cartoonist Sai, who escaped Myanmar's junta, is now being targeted by Chinese censorship demands to remove his work from a Thai university exhibition, raising serious concerns about transnational repression and artistic freedo

Drone Attack Sets Moscow's Red Square Area Ablaze

Exclusive report on the audacious drone strike that set Moscow's skies ablaze, targeting the heart of Russian military power just steps from the Kremlin. Details on the attack, the official response, and its implications for the Ukraine conflict.

Kneecap's Hungarian Gig Ban Overturned in Free Speech Win

Irish rap group Kneecap's controversial ban from performing in Hungary has been dramatically lifted following a high-profile backlash, reigniting their European tour and sparking a major debate on artistic freedom and political censorship.

Arts Funding Fury: Ex-Minister Slams 'Free Speech Gag'

Exclusive: Former Culture Minister Lord Parkinson accuses Arts Council England of stifling free speech by tying funding to 'controversial' diversity pledges. Major institutions face defunding in row over artistic freedom.

Putin critic's UK asylum bid rejected, faces deportation

A prominent Russian anti-Putin activist has had his UK asylum claim rejected, leaving him in legal limbo and facing potential deportation. The Home Office decision raises questions about Britain's stance on Kremlin critics.

Kneecap: Israeli intel 'had London gigs cancelled'

Irish-language rap trio Kneecap alleges a covert campaign, linked to Israeli intelligence, pressured London venues to cancel their shows, raising serious questions about free speech and foreign interference in the UK.

Kneecap cancel London gigs after pro-Israeli pressure

Irish rap group Kneecap pulls out of London concerts, citing pressure from pro-Israeli groups. The Belfast band claims their pro-Palestinian stance led to venue cancellations, sparking free speech debates.

ABC sacks journalist Antoinette Lattouf in Gaza post row

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has dismissed presenter Antoinette Lattouf after she shared a Human Rights Watch report on Gaza, sparking a fierce debate over censorship, impartiality, and the silencing of Palestinian voices within the media.

US Bookstore Halts LGBTQ+ Book Donations Over Laws

A major US bookstore chain has suspended its charitable donations of LGBTQ+ literature, citing a 'chilling effect' from a surge in restrictive state laws. The move highlights the growing impact of legislation on free expression.

LGBTQ Literary Prize Cancelled in Gender-Critical Row

The prestigious Polari Book Prize, a cornerstone of the UK's LGBTQ literary calendar, has been abruptly cancelled following a major internal schism. The crisis was triggered by the controversial nomination of a gender-critical author, exposing deep ideolo

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