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BBC accused of censorship over Reith lecture edit

Historian Rutger Bregman accuses BBC of cowardice after it removed his description of Donald Trump as 'most openly corrupt president'. Read the full story on this media controversy.

BBC censors Trump criticism in Reith Lecture edit

The BBC has edited its flagship Reith Lectures to remove Rutger Bregman's description of Donald Trump as 'the most openly corrupt president'. Discover the full story behind this censorship row.

BBC staff refuse gender stories in censorship row

Explosive revelations expose how BBC staff are refusing to cover gender-critical stories, leading to accusations of institutional bias and calls for Tim Davie's resignation over the corporation's editorial integrity.

Trump's Snapchat ban made permanent

Donald Trump remains permanently banned from Snapchat as the platform confirms it won't reverse its January suspension, despite his attempts to return to social media.

Snapchat reinstates Trump amid 2024 election backlash

Snapchat faces intense backlash after quietly reinstating Donald Trump's account ahead of the 2024 election, drawing criticism from Democrats and raising questions about social media accountability.

Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests

Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.

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.

Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change

Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.

Disney Faces Backlash Over Documentary Removal

Disney has ignited a free speech controversy after removing a conservative documentary from its streaming platforms, sparking accusations of political censorship and reigniting debates about media bias.

ABC accused of censoring crime reporter interview

In a shocking move, ABC allegedly pulled a highly anticipated interview with a controversial crime reporter just minutes after broadcast, sparking censorship allegations and industry outrage.

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.

Pentagon imposes media blackout on journalists

The US Defence Department introduces sweeping restrictions on media access, requiring pre-approval for all interviews and public statements in move critics call 'dangerous censorship'.

Morocco cracks down on TikTok protest movement

Moroccan authorities have detained dozens of young protesters in Casablanca after a TikTok-fuelled movement against 'discrimination and marginalisation' gained momentum, sparking concerns about digital rights and youth activism.

Bari Weiss's CBS exit sparks media bias debate

Controversial journalist Bari Weiss's abrupt departure from CBS News after just one interview raises serious questions about media censorship and ideological conformity in mainstream broadcasting.

CBS News drops Bari Weiss after free speech row

Controversial journalist Bari Weiss has been dropped by CBS News following her public criticism of the network's coverage, sparking a fierce debate about media freedom and corporate censorship.

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