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Florida students find explicit book in school library

Two Florida middle school students discovered a sexually explicit book in their school library titled 'Moms', leading to immediate removal and a district-wide investigation into inappropriate materials.

Pupils wreak £37,000 havoc destroying school library

Shocking details emerge as pupils at a secondary school in Bury St Edmunds wreak havoc, destroying thousands of books and causing catastrophic damage to their library in an act of 'pure vandalism'.

Palestinian Artist Cancelled by Yale in Censorship Row

Renowned Palestinian artist Samia Halaby speaks out after Yale University rescinds a major retrospective and the Munch Museum withdraws a prestigious award, igniting a fierce debate on censorship and political pressure in the art world.

US Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden to Step Down

Dr Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to lead the Library of Congress, has announced her departure plans, sparking a search for her successor ahead of the potential return of Donald Trump.

Biden's £300m Library Plan Sparks Funding Row

Plans for Joe Biden's £300m presidential library in Delaware face scrutiny over taxpayer funding and proximity to his family home, raising questions about legacy and expenditure.

Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten name

Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.

Queen Camilla converts phone box into community library

Queen Camilla has unveiled a uniquely British restoration project, converting a classic red telephone box into a community library and defibrillator unit in Aberdeenshire, blending heritage with modern public utility.

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.

Library book returned after 82 years

A long-lost library book has finally been returned after 82 years, sparking joy and nostalgia. Discover the fascinating story behind this overdue return.

Film with real murder shocks audiences

A controversial new film depicting unsimulated sex scenes and a real-life murder has sparked outrage, with critics calling for immediate censorship.

BBC flags classic sitcoms for 'discriminatory language'

The BBC has issued content warnings on classic sitcoms like 'Fawlty Towers' and 'Only Fools and Horses,' flagging 'discriminatory language'—a move that has reignited debates over censorship and historical context in comedy.

Kashmir book ban targets Roy and Noorani

Controversy erupts as Indian authorities ban books on Kashmir by renowned authors Arundhati Roy and AG Noorani, raising concerns over freedom of expression.

Tory MP Demands Ban on 'Bonnie Blue' Film

Conservative MP Sir John Hayes sparks outrage after suggesting the British Board of Film Classification should ban 'Bonnie Blue' for its political messaging.

Bluey Episode Pulled – Fans Left Confused

Fans of the hit children's show 'Bluey' were left stunned as a popular episode was unexpectedly removed from streaming platforms. Discover the reasons behind this surprising decision.

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