The UK's recent ban on Palestine Action, coupled with the Online Safety Act, has raised alarms over threats to public debate and civil liberties. Critics argue these measures stifle dissent under the guise of security.
Exclusive: A Whitehall internet monitoring unit is pressuring social media giants to remove posts criticising asylum seeker accommodations, raising concerns over free speech and 'two-tier policing'.
A prominent Hong Kong democracy campaigner claims British authorities attempted to silence her activism by urging self-censorship, raising concerns over free speech protections.
Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Big Tech, accusing major platforms of suppressing free speech and damaging the economy. His remarks come amid growing scrutiny over tech giants' influence.
A controversial documentary hosted by Michael Aspel, banned by the government for two decades, resurfaces with disturbing revelations.
Bianca Wallace, expecting her first child, speaks out against online censorship after facing backlash for sharing her pregnancy journey.
The Taliban has intensified its crackdown on literature in Afghanistan, banning books deemed 'deviant' from Islamic teachings. The move raises concerns over freedom of expression and education under the regime.
The UK's new Online Safety Act raises concerns over free speech as social media users report being blocked for discussing protests against asylum seeker hotels. Critics argue the law stifles legitimate debate.
Russia's crackdown on Ukrainian literature reveals a deeper cultural war, as books are banned and authors silenced in a bid to erase national identity.
Chinese authorities have ordered Weibo to remove posts deemed critical of the Communist Party, intensifying censorship under Xi Jinping's leadership.
Brits are flocking to VPN services to avoid new age verification rules for adult content, sparking a surge in online privacy tool searches.
Paramount executives reportedly pressured 'South Park' creators to tone down a controversial episode mocking Donald Trump, revealing tensions between creative freedom and corporate interests.
Paramount’s decision to remove a politically charged South Park episode featuring Donald Trump has ignited debates over censorship and creative freedom in comedy.
Irish rap trio Kneecap has been banned from performing at Hungary’s Sziget Festival amid political tensions, sparking outrage among fans and free speech advocates.
Hungarian authorities have banned Irish rap trio Kneecap from performing at the Sziget Festival, citing their politically charged lyrics as the reason.
A popular comedian in China has been warned by authorities after a joke shared on WeChat went viral, highlighting the tightrope performers walk under strict censorship laws.
Chinese authorities warn comedians against mocking the opposite sex, citing social harmony concerns. New guidelines aim to curb 'inappropriate' humour.
Russia moves to block WhatsApp, urging citizens to switch to a state-approved messaging app as Putin tightens control over digital communications.
The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) has dismissed allegations of censorship after removing Derek Jarman's 'The Angelic Conversation' from its exhibition, citing technical reasons rather than content concerns.
Controversy erupts as Harvard Educational Review withdraws a planned issue on Palestine, prompting accusations of censorship and academic suppression.
The Taliban has prohibited screenings of the 'Barbie' movie in Afghanistan, labelling it as promoting Western ideals contrary to Islamic principles.
Fox News and the Wall Street Journal face backlash for allegedly suppressing reports on Donald Trump's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about media transparency.
Irish rap group Kneecap removed from Music Alliance roster after voicing support for Palestine, sparking debate on artistic freedom and political expression in music.
The Russian government has intensified its digital and financial blockade in Ukraine by restricting access to Instagram and halting ATM services in occupied regions.
Oxford University faces backlash for allegedly pressuring an academic journal to remove an article on Uyghur human rights, raising concerns over academic freedom and Chinese influence.
A growing number of Britons are self-censoring on topics like race and immigration, fearing backlash. Is free speech at risk in the UK?