Musicians flee Russia after anti-Kremlin song arrest
Two young street musicians have fled Russia after being jailed for performing songs critical of the Kremlin. Read their story of protest and persecution.
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67-Year-Old Arrested in London Palestine Action Protest
Carolyn Gelenter, daughter of a Holocaust survivor, was among 100 protesters arrested in Tavistock Square while opposing Palestine Action terror listing. Read the full story.
Texas Campus Free Speech Lawsuit Filed
A conservative group sues Texas university over alleged free speech violations. Learn how this case could reshape campus expression policies nationwide.
Police Scotland's 'Brollygate' probe into senior officer
Police Scotland launches misconduct investigation after dramatic umbrella confrontation between senior officer and transgender rights protester during Edinburgh rally. Exclusive details emerge.
Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police
Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk meme
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
Linehan admits to transgender protest confrontation
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan reveals he confronted transgender rights activists outside an Edinburgh comedy club, escalating ongoing tensions in the cultural debate.
Ex-Minister's assisted dying buffer zones face backlash
Ex-Green minister Patrick Harvie's controversial proposal for 150-metre protest buffer zones around assisted dying facilities sparks heated debate in Scottish Parliament, with critics warning of free speech implications.
Met Police criticised over UKIP protest intervention
London's Metropolitan Police faces mounting criticism after officers were filmed apparently protecting UKIP protesters from counter-demonstrators during a tense central London confrontation.
Met Police criticised over UKIP protest handling
Scotland Yard faces mounting criticism after officers were filmed removing anti-UKIP demonstrators from a London protest, raising serious questions about police impartiality and freedom of speech.
Chicago student protest erupts, dozens detained
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Chicago's Little Village as a student-led protest against the Israel-Hamas conflict turned confrontational, resulting in multiple arrests and allegations of police misconduct during the heated demonstration.
CBS News staff protest Bari Weiss interview in internal revolt
CBS Evening News faces internal turmoil as journalists protest Bret Baier's interview with Bari Weiss, exposing deep divisions over media objectivity and free speech principles in American broadcasting.
Charlie Kirk speech blocked by liberal student protesters
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk faced organised disruption from left-wing students attempting to block his memorial speech, sparking debates about free speech on UK campuses.
US Congressman's 'fascist tears' attack on Trump distillery
Democratic Representative Josh Riley launches astonishing tirade against New York whiskey distillery over Trump investment and ICE contracts, sparking free speech debate.
The Silent Crisis: Stifling Free Thought Before Speech
In an era obsessed with policing language, we're facing a more fundamental threat: the erosion of our ability to think freely and critically before we even speak.
No action over Trump Windsor Castle projections
Metropolitan Police confirm no further action against three men arrested for projecting critical messages about Donald Trump onto Windsor Castle during his UK visit, citing insufficient evidence.
Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin
Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.
Graham Linehan detained at Heathrow in transgender protest
Comedy writer Graham Linehan was stopped by police at Heathrow Airport after attempting to display a t-shirt supporting JK Rowling in the ongoing transgender rights debate.
Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid
Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.
Met Police chief faces fury over Palestine Action terror listing
Exclusive: Sir Mark Rowley confronts mounting criticism after counter-terror police designate Palestine Action as 'extremist' organisation, sparking free speech concerns.
Charges dropped in Union Flag migrant hotel protest case
In a dramatic legal U-turn, all charges have been dismissed against a woman arrested for waving the Union Flag outside a council-commandeered migrant hotel in Essex. The case has sparked national debate about protest rights and police powers.
Oxford student probed over 'Zios' chant at protest
A Balliol College student faces university investigation after allegedly chanting 'Zios' at a pro-Palestine demonstration, sparking concerns about campus tensions and free speech boundaries at Oxford University.
Cambridge student removes Israeli hostage ribbons in protest
A Cambridge University PhD student faces disciplinary action after removing ribbons honouring Israeli hostages, sparking intense debate about free speech and campus activism.
UK urged to review laws after protest arrests
A senior human rights official calls for urgent legal review after police arrests of protesters displaying Palestine Action placards raise serious civil liberties concerns across Britain.
West criminalising Palestine protests - report
A shocking investigation reveals how Western democracies are systematically dismantling protest rights and targeting Palestine solidarity activists through legal harassment and police violence.
Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest
Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.
Met Police arrest man with pro-Israel sign in London
Scotland Yard faces backlash after detaining a Jewish man holding 'I'm a British Jew and I support Israel' placard during pro-Palestinian demonstration in central London. The controversial arrest has sparked free speech concerns and political condemnation
Judge quashes Koran burning conviction in free speech defence
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
Protester wins Quran burning appeal in free speech case
In a landmark ruling for civil liberties, a political activist has successfully overturned his conviction for burning a Quran during a protest, sparking debate about free speech boundaries in Britain.
Burned flag displayed at Portland Trump protest meeting
In a dramatic Portland protest meeting ahead of Donald Trump's arrest, conservative activist JJ Siler produced a charred American flag, creating a surreal political spectacle that has sparked controversy across the political divide.
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