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Trump's Press Reform Blueprint Adopted by UK Council

An in-depth analysis of how Donald Trump's controversial proposals for US press reform are being used as a blueprint by Nottinghamshire Council, raising alarm over media freedom and local democracy in the UK.

Man on Secret Police 'Hate List' After Twitter Row

Exclusive: Dezi Freeman, a 28-year-old from Derbyshire, was shocked to discover Derbyshire Constabulary had secretly logged him on a hate crime database for a minor social media spat, sparking a major investigation into police overreach and data protectio

New SA Senator's Maiden Speech Slams 'Woke Agenda'

South Australia's newest Senator, Charlotte Walker, uses her powerful maiden speech to Parliament to launch a blistering attack on identity politics and 'woke ideology', calling for a renewed focus on core Australian values, free speech, and national sove

I Ruined My Cousin's Wedding With One Speech Mistake

A wedding guest's well-intentioned speech spirals into a family feud after a single, disastrously misjudged joke. Discover the cringe-worthy moment that silenced a room and shattered a celebration.

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.

Man wins £13k after wrongful arrest for silent prayer

Thames Valley Police pays substantial compensation to Graham Smith, a charity volunteer falsely arrested for praying silently in his mind near an abortion facility, in a landmark case for freedom of thought.

Melbourne Uni Spied on Pro-Palestine Student Protesters

Exclusive: The University of Melbourne faces a major scandal after internal documents reveal covert surveillance operations targeting pro-Palestine student protesters, raising serious questions about academic freedom and student privacy on campus.

White House Spox Blasts NYT Reporter for 'Biased' Coverage

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre's spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt, accuses New York Times White House correspondent of 'biased' and 'inaccurate' reporting in a fiery on-air confrontation, escalating tensions between the Biden administration a

Starmer Accused of Appeasing China Over Jimmy Lai Silence

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism for his muted response to the persecution of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, raising serious questions about his commitment to defending British values and press freedom against Chinese authoritarianis

Couple quit jobs for off-grid caravan life: 'We're happy'

Meet the British couple who abandoned their careers and a comfortable home to live full-time in a tiny caravan without modern amenities. Discover why they claim this radical change is the secret to true happiness and financial freedom.

MAGA journalist claims assault at Zelensky event

A pro-Trump journalist claims he was attacked while covering Ukrainian President Zelensky's event in New York. The incident has sparked debate over press freedom and political tensions.

Jimmy Lai's Hong Kong trial enters final phase

Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai's trial under China's national security law reaches closing arguments, marking a pivotal moment for press freedom in the city.

Media phones confiscated at Trump-Putin summit

Media personnel covering the high-profile Trump-Putin summit in Alaska faced unprecedented restrictions, including confiscated phones and no access to beds, sparking outrage among press freedom advocates.

Israel-Gaza War: Journalists Under Fire

Amid the Israel-Gaza war, journalists face unprecedented dangers, with record casualties raising urgent questions about press freedom and accountability.

UTS academics reveal 'culture of fear' amid course cuts

Academics at the University of Technology Sydney reveal a toxic work environment as nearly a fifth of courses face enrolment suspensions, sparking concerns over academic freedom and institutional transparency.

Cop in court over 'joke' charge: Full story

A police officer has been summoned to court over an alleged 'joke' charge, sparking debate over freedom of speech and professional conduct. Read the full story.

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.

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