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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Parents win £20k after school WhatsApp row arrest
A Borehamwood couple's school complaints led to wrongful arrest by six officers. Their case sparked global debate on free speech and police overreach in the UK.
Sydney driver loses 'ILDUCE' plates over Mussolini link
A Sydney motorist claims his freedom of speech was infringed after being forced to surrender his 'ILDUCE' number plates, which authorities say reference fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Read the full story.
Trump to sue BBC for billions over edited speech
Donald Trump announces legal action seeking up to $5 billion against BBC for edited Capitol speech. Corporation apologises but refuses compensation. Read the latest developments.
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.
DOJ probes Utah campus police over Charlie Kirk event
The US Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into police conduct during a Charlie Kirk speaking event at the University of Utah, examining potential First Amendment violations.
Trump's explosive attack on NYC mayor sparks debate
Former President Donald Trump launches extraordinary attack on New York Mayor Eric Adams, reigniting debates about political discourse and constitutional rights in America.
Mom wins lawsuit after calling teacher 'woke' in free speech victory
A Wisconsin mother has won a groundbreaking legal battle after being sued for calling her child's teacher 'woke' on Facebook. The landmark case sets a precedent for free speech rights in educational disputes.
UN probes torture claims against poet in Lebanon
The United Nations has launched an urgent investigation into the alleged torture of Egyptian-Turkish poet Galal El-Behairy during his detention in Lebanon, raising serious human rights concerns.
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.
Linehan faces backlash after trans activist confrontation
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan sparks controversy after heated exchange with trans activist Sophia Brooks in London cafe, reigniting debates about free speech and trans rights in the UK.
Women silenced in gender debate by bullying tactics
Investigative report reveals how female voices are being systematically silenced in the gender debate through intimidation and online harassment.
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.
Jess Phillips emotional during Pride speech in Commons
Labour MP Jess Phillips became emotional while reading the names of transgender people killed in the past year during a powerful Pride Month speech in the House of Commons.
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.
Labour's Mahmood quits Stonewall diversity scheme
Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has withdrawn from Stonewall's controversial Diversity Champions programme, citing significant concerns about the scheme's impact on free speech and democratic discourse within the Labour Party.
Omaha Mayor faces free speech storm over deleted comments
Nebraska Mayor Jean Stothert sparks First Amendment controversy by removing critical comments from official Facebook page, raising questions about digital censorship and government accountability.
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.
US intensifies social media screening for visa applicants
The US State Department confirms enhanced screening of social media accounts for visa applicants, raising concerns about free speech and privacy rights as Charlie Kirk's organisation faces investigation.
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.
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.
JK Rowling blasts trans activists and lawmakers at Potter event
The Harry Potter author didn't hold back during a special event in London, taking aim at gender ideology advocates and politicians pushing controversial policies
Columbia University Faces Free Speech Lawsuit Over Campus Censorship
A landmark legal challenge accuses Columbia University of suppressing pro-Palestinian speech, igniting a fierce debate about academic freedom and political bias in US higher education.
Texas Sues John Grisham Over Reproductive Rights Stance
Republican leaders in Texas have launched an extraordinary legal assault against authors John Grisham and five other writers, attempting to sue them over their support for reproductive rights in a dramatic escalation of America's culture wars.
Trump's Antifa terrorist designation sparks UK concerns
Former President Donald Trump's controversial move to designate Antifa as a terrorist organisation has raised alarm among civil liberties experts and UK officials, who warn of dangerous implications for protest rights and free speech.
Wyoming student fights school over conservative club shutdown
A Wyoming high school student is taking a stand against her school administration after they abruptly terminated her Turning Point USA chapter, sparking a major free speech controversy that's gaining national attention.
Australian Jews Speak Out Against Gaza Conflict
Amidst growing tensions, members of Australia's Jewish community are courageously challenging mainstream narratives about Israel's actions in Gaza, facing backlash while advocating for Palestinian rights.
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