Anna Netrebko: Why silencing artists endangers culture
An in-depth analysis of the growing trend to silence opera stars like Anna Netrebko over political views, and why the arts world is pushing back against this dangerous precedent.
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Oakland's Nude Mural Sparks Fury and Censorship Demands
A controversial public mural in Oakland, California, depicting nude figures has ignited a fierce debate about art, censorship, and public decency, with local officials demanding its removal.
RSF: Israel's Systematic Campaign Against Gaza Journalists
Exclusive: A damning new report from Reporters Without Borders details a systematic Israeli campaign targeting media in Gaza, with over 100 Palestinian journalists killed since October. The fight for press freedom has become a battle for survival.
Singapore censors comedian's Palestine jokes, sparks free speech row
American comedian Sammy Obeid's Singapore show was shut down by authorities over Palestine-related material, sparking a fierce debate about censorship and artistic freedom in the city-state.
Literature as Resistance: Shafak & Ypi on Defying Demagogues
Acclaimed authors Elif Shafak and Lea Ypi explore the vital role of storytelling, empathy, and free speech as acts of political defiance in an era of rising authoritarianism and nationalism.
Singapore censors US comedian's Palestine jokes
Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.
China Targets Telegram in Bangkok in Global Crackdown
Exclusive: Chinese authorities are attempting to block Telegram in Bangkok, pressuring Thai officials in a major escalation of its digital censorship efforts beyond its borders. Pavel Durov's encrypted app faces new global threat.
Cycling UK's 'woke' ban on Three Cocks village name backfires
Cycling UK faces ridicule and accusations of 'woke censorship' after ordering a local club to censor the name of the historic village of Three Cocks from a racing event, sparking a fierce debate about tradition and modern sensibilities.
Reform UK Accuses Nottingham Post of Censorship
Reform UK accuses the Nottingham Post of censorship after the newspaper refuses to publish a candidate's article on free speech, igniting a fierce debate on media bias and political discourse.
Nottinghamshire Council bans local news outlet in democracy row
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
Bukele calls Spanish press 'enemies of democracy'
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele sparks international outcry after labelling Spanish journalists 'enemies of democracy' in a fiery tirade, drawing parallels to Trump's media attacks and raising press freedom alarms.
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.
India's Zara Larsson Snub During Trump Visit Sparks Diplomatic Row
A major cultural event in New Delhi featuring Zara Larsson, intended to showcase US-India ties during Trump's visit, was abruptly cancelled, leading to accusations of censorship and diplomatic tension.
Trump EPA Accused of 'Staggering' Censorship of Scientists
A damning new investigation uncovers how Trump's Environmental Protection Agency systematically suppressed climate science and sidelined expert academics, raising profound concerns for US environmental policymaking.
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
Kneecap's US Tour Axed After Visa Denial Over Lyrics
Irish rap trio Kneecap's US tour faces cancellation after visa denial, sparking free speech debate. The band blames political lyrics criticizing UK government.
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
UK blocks UN's Francesca Albanese from Gaza event with Corbyn
A major diplomatic incident unfolds as the UK government blocks UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese from speaking at a Gaza conference alongside Jeremy Corbyn, citing 'bias' and raising free speech concerns.
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.
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: 'Keep Talking About Palestine' After Court Win
Irish rap trio Kneecap made a powerful political statement outside a London court, defiantly telling supporters to continue speaking out on Palestine after a legal victory over the UK government.
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.
Matchmaker's shocking US verdict after 15 years in Britain
Renowned relationship expert and TV personality Paul C Brunson returns to the US after 15 years in Britain, delivering a brutally honest and surprising assessment of modern American society, culture, and values that will leave you questioning everything.
Raymond Creator Phil Rosenthal Defies Hollywood Cancel Culture
Phil Rosenthal, the acclaimed creator of 'Everybody Loves Raymond', delivers a powerful defence of artistic freedom and condemns the hypocrisy of Hollywood's cancel culture in a candid new interview.
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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