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UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings

A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.

Tory councillor's book ban bid targets Pigeon English

A Conservative councillor's attempt to ban Stephen Kelman's acclaimed novel 'Pigeon English' from schools sparks national debate about censorship, literary value, and cultural representation in education.

Jodi Picoult slams Indiana school's musical ban

Acclaimed novelist Jodi Picoult condemns an Indiana school district for removing her musical adaptation from production, highlighting growing concerns over artistic censorship in US schools.

French artist's nude mural censored in Bangkok

French street artist Myrtille Tibayrenc's provocative nude mural in Bangkok faces whitewashing after authorities deem it culturally inappropriate, igniting freedom of expression concerns.

Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe

A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.

Pakistan court case seeks Love Island ban over obscenity

A controversial petition in Pakistan's Lahore High Court seeks to ban the popular reality show Love Island, accusing it of promoting obscene content and threatening cultural values in a landmark media censorship case.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation

Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.

The Right's New Cancel Culture: A Political Purge

An alarming new trend is emerging in British politics as the Right adopts and weaponises the 'cancel culture' tactics of the Left, silencing opponents with ruthless efficiency and raising serious questions for free speech.

Jimmy Kimmel Discovers His Show is Banned in Russia

In a bizarre twist during a segment on Vladimir Putin, Jimmy Kimmel's researchers discovered his own late-night show is completely blocked throughout Russia, sparking laughter and disbelief in the studio.

Jimmy Kimmel Suspended By ABC, Sparking Free Speech Fury

ABC's abrupt suspension of Jimmy Kimmel over a censored Realtime monologue has ignited a firestorm, raising critical questions about corporate censorship and the future of free speech in late-night television.

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.

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

Sky Sports censors Trump protests during US Open final

Broadcasters including Sky Sports were issued a direct order to mute anti-Trump protests and avoid lingering shots of the former President during the US Open men's final, sparking a debate over broadcasting impartiality and political influence in sport.

Jewish Museum accused of caving to anti-Semitic mob

The Jewish Museum London faces accusations of capitulating to anti-Semitic intimidation after abruptly postponing a major exhibition on Jewish history, citing security concerns following protests.

South Park's 15 Biggest Scandals: ranked

A definitive ranking of South Park's most controversial episodes, from mocking Tom Cruise to enraging Donald Trump and triggering global outrage. Discover the moments that pushed boundaries and caused chaos.

Maxine Peake to Play Mary Whitehouse in New Play

Acclaimed actress Maxine Peake stars as controversial moral crusader Mary Whitehouse in a provocative new play by Sarah Wooley, exploring censorship, power and feminism in modern Britain.

Alberta Pauses Controversial School Book Ban After Outcry

Facing fierce opposition from parents, authors, and free speech advocates, the Alberta government has announced a dramatic pause on its contentious school book ban policy. The move follows widespread criticism that the initiative was censorship disguised

Russia Turns Fairy Tales Into War Propaganda, Film-Maker Reveals

Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky exposes Russia's state-funded cinema industry, revealing how classic fairy tales are being weaponised as pro-war propaganda to indoctrinate the nation's youth amidst an unprecedented cultural purge.

Linehan and Farage summoned to US Congress

Comedy writer Graham Linehan and political figure Nigel Farage are set to give evidence before a powerful US congressional committee in Washington, investigating the alleged 'weaponisation' of the federal government.

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