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Nepal Erupts: Deadly Clashes and Nationwide Protests Over Social Media Ban

Deadly Nepal Clashes Over Social Media Ban

Nepal descends into chaos as government-imposed social media blackout sparks violent nationwide protests, resulting in multiple casualties and a severe political crisis.

Nepal Imposes Nationwide Social Media Ban Amid Deadly Protests Over Corruption Allegations

Nepal enforces social media blackout amid deadly protests

Nepal's government has enforced a sweeping social media blackout in a drastic attempt to quell violent protests erupting over a controversial corruption bill. The move follows multiple fatalities and escalating unrest in Kathmandu.

Nepal Imposes Sweeping Ban on Major Social Media Platforms: X, WhatsApp & YouTube Blocked

Nepal bans X, WhatsApp, and YouTube in social media crackdown

Nepal's government has enacted a drastic ban on 26 social media platforms, including global giants X, WhatsApp, and YouTube, citing national security and social harmony concerns. The move sparks immediate debate over digital rights and freedom of expressi

Gaza Under Fire: Reporters Without Borders Accuses Israel of 'Silencing' Journalists in Devastating Campaign

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 Faces Backlash After Censoring US Comedian's Palestine Jokes

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.

Reform UK Sparks Free Speech Row After Nottingham Post Candidate Block

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.

Spanish Press in Fury: El Salvador's Bukele Brands Media 'Enemies of Democracy'

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.

Irish Rap Group Kneecap Targeted in London: Alleged Israeli Intelligence Link to Canceled Gigs

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.

ABC Sacks Journalist Antoinette Lattouf Over Gaza Post in Major Free Speech Row | Exclusive

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.

Toronto Film Festival Drops Controversial Hamas Documentary Amid Backlash

TIFF removes Hamas documentary from lineup

The Toronto International Film Festival has withdrawn a documentary featuring Hamas bodycam footage from its lineup following intense criticism and concerns over its content.

Russia Bans Meta and Labels Telegram as 'Extremist' – What It Means for Users

Russia bans Meta, calls Telegram 'extremist'

Russia escalates its crackdown on digital platforms, banning Meta and classifying Telegram as 'extremist'. Discover the implications for free speech and tech giants.

Illinois Governor Pritzker Signs Law to Combat Book Bans in Schools

Illinois fights school book bans with new law

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a groundbreaking law to prevent book bans in schools, ensuring access to diverse literature. The move comes amid rising censorship debates in the US.

Israel's War on Gaza's Journalists: Silencing the Witnesses to Atrocities

Israel's war on Gaza journalists: Silencing witnesses

As Palestinian journalist Anas al-Sharif narrowly escapes an Israeli airstrike, concerns grow over the systematic targeting of Gaza's media workers. This alarming trend threatens press freedom and the world's right to know about wartime realities.

Gaza and Israel: Journalism's Darkest Hour Amidst Conflict and Censorship

Gaza-Israel: Journalism's darkest hour

As the Gaza-Israel conflict rages on, journalists face unprecedented challenges in reporting the truth amidst censorship, misinformation, and danger.

Lily James Slams Instagram Over Removal of Racy Celebration Post – 'Double Standards'?

Lily James vs Instagram: Nude Photo Controversy

Actress Lily James has called out Instagram after moderators removed her nude celebration photo, claiming it breached community guidelines. Fans rally behind her, questioning platform's consistency.

Shocking Film Features Real Murder and Unsanitised Scenes – Critics Demand Ban

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 Sitcoms Under Fire: Woke Warnings Over 'Discriminatory Language' Spark Debate

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 Sparks Outrage: Arundhati Roy and AG Noorani Targeted

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.

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