Pura Luka Vega fights for freedom to express faith: When Pura Luka Vega dressed up as Jesus Christ and sang the Lord's Prayer, he considered it an expression of ...
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TWEET, TWEET: Internet mocks Twitter employees over Elon Musk's potential takeover
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk offers $41.3 billion to buy Twitter, stating the company "needs to be transformed"
- "I invested in Twitter as I believe in its potential to be the platform for free speech around the globe, and I believe free speech is a societal imperative for a functioning democracy," Musk stated in his proposal.
- Check your facts: A fake Twitter employee tweet regarding Elon Musk has gone viral.
- Musk revealed in recent weeks that he had been purchasing shares practically daily since January 31, forcing Twitter to give Musk a seat on its board on the condition that he not possess more than 14.9% of the company's outstanding stock, according to a filing.
- Twitter has enormous potential.
EDITORIAL: Twitter needs a cleanup, Musk is the man to do it: One of the most influential social media platforms in the Western world is Twitter.
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk outlines his offer to buy Twitter at the TED conference in Vancouver.
- Tesla billionaire Elon Musk launched a takeover attempt for Twitter, then appeared at TED Talks in Vancouver to explain why to a receptive audience.
- Elon Musk, left, and host Chris Anderson speak at Session 11 of TED 2022: A New Era on April 14 in Vancouver.
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- "A good sign as to whether there's free speech is, is someone you don't like allowed to say something you don't like," Musk stated.
Experts see harsh realities ahead for Musk at Twitter: Tesla boss Elon Musk’s road to turning Twitter into a money-making platform where anyone can say anything ...
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Twitter says Elon Musk not joining board, warns of 'distractions ahead': The billionaire calls himself a free-speech absolutist and has been critical of Twitter
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Will Resign From Twitter's Board of Directors
- Most significantly, Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal stated that Musk will be invited to join the company's board of directors, adding that the billionaire would "bring great value" to the team and describing him as a "passionate believer" as well as a "intense critic."
- "Elon shared that same morning that he will no longer be joining the Board."
- Musk's survey piqued the interest of longstanding competitor and fellow billionaire Jeff Bezos, who responded by offering that Twitter turn a "portion" of its facility to a homeless refuge, similar to what Amazon did in its Seattle headquarters.
- As of Monday afternoon, Twitter was down roughly 34% year on year.
Free speech or hate speech? Fears for Musk's Twitter: Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has sealed a deal to buy Twitter for US$44 billion ...
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Philippines ups stakes in China row, vows countermeasures to coastguard 'attacks'
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Philippines says Iran frees 18 Filipino crew of seized oil tanker: MANILA: The Philippines said Wednesday that Iran has freed all 18 Filipino crew members of an ...
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As Texas students clash over Israel-Hamas war, Gov. Greg Abbott orders colleges to revise free speech policies
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Judge imposes gag order in Trump hush money case: The limited order bars Trump from making public statements about key figures involved in the case
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Quick Glance: Restriction on Statements in New York Criminal Case against Trump
- A judge imposes a restriction on statements about Trump in the New York criminal case involving hush money.
- Public comments on witnesses and court staff are prohibited.
- The necessity of silence around Trump is emphasized due to his attacks on involved parties.
- Trump faces multiple charges, pleads not guilty, and alleges political motivations behind the cases.
AFP chief Romeo Brawner Jr. says the Philippines will follow international law and practice maximum tolerance, even as the China Coast Guard uses water cannons ... Show more
SLAPP suits being used by powerful entities to prevent free speech, SC cautions courts
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Why Supreme Court allowed Bloomberg’s article against ZEE to remain online: In striking down the trial court order on the case, the Supreme Court also relayed a ...
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A Nigerian woman reviewed some tomato puree online. Now she faces jail: A Nigerian woman who wrote an online review of a can of tomato puree is facing ...
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Quick Glance: Nigerian Woman Faces Jail Over Online Review of Tomato Puree
- A Nigerian woman is facing imprisonment for writing an online review that allegedly damaged a company's reputation.
- Chioma Okoli, a Lagos-based entrepreneur, was arrested for her Facebook post criticizing a local tomato puree brand, leading to potential severe penalties under Nigerian cybercrime laws.
- The case has sparked controversy and protests, with the company pursuing legal action against Okoli despite public outcry and crowdfunding efforts to support her legal defense.
- The founder of the company remains staunch in pursuing the lawsuit, emphasizing the importance of defending the company's reputation despite the ongoing legal battles and public backlash.
Sweden Quran burner says he will go to Norway: A Christian Iraqi who burned the Quran in Stockholm said "freedom of speech" in Sweden is a "big ...
dw.com/en/sweden-quran-burner-says-he-will-go-to-norway/a-68683234
Meta employee calls out company for limiting staff’s free speech: The employee calls Meta’s policy on workplace conversations “toxic.”
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Ukraine's Defence Intelligence chief considers Telegram as problem for national security, but sees benefits in it
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Irvine takes no action on banning protests near residences: The proposed ordinance could be back on the City Council's agenda in May.
ocregister.com/2024/03/27/irvine-takes-no-action-on-banning-protests-near-residences/
Judge dismisses lawsuit by Musk's X against nonprofit researchers tracking hate speech on platform
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Quick Glance: Court dismisses Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog
- A U.S. judge rejected Musk's lawsuit against an organization holding him accountable for hate speech on his X social media platform.
- The judge stated that X Corp sued the Center for Countering Digital Hate to punish criticism and deter advertisers.
- X plans to appeal the ruling, as Musk faces criticism for handling abusive content since acquiring Twitter.
- The ruling supports accountability for social media companies and demonstrates Musk's inability to manipulate the law.
Balance between fighting misinformation and protecting speech on social media gets more complicated
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Elon Musk's X to pay fees to support Dr. Kulvinder Kaur Gill after failed lawsuit
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The frightening chill on free speech : In the tussle between good intentions and bad actors, society is in danger of losing sight of what it most needs to ...
ft.com/content/97fa01d8-0807-46d1-87c7-33fa46388ee9
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Sinn Féin accused of ‘so much cowardice’ on hate speech Bill: News from the Irish Examiner's team of reporters
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SC: ‘Injuction Orders Stifle Public Debate, Free Speech’, Lower Courts Should Exercise Restrain
thewire.in/law/sc-injuction-orders-stifle-public-debate-free-speech-lower-courts-should-exercise-restrain
Zubiri to world legislators: Stand with Philippines on sea dispute: (1st UPDATE) Senate President Migz Zubiri urges the International Parliamentarian Union to be ...
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Supreme Court case from little Castle Hills has big implications: A dispute over documents in Castle Hills has raised big legal questions pertaining to freedom ...
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Judge dismisses lawsuit by Musk's X against nonprofit researchers tracking hate speech on platform
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Quick Glance: Court dismisses Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog
- A U.S. judge rejected Musk's lawsuit against an organization holding him accountable for hate speech on his X social media platform.
- The judge stated that X Corp sued the Center for Countering Digital Hate to punish criticism and deter advertisers.
- X plans to appeal the ruling, as Musk faces criticism for handling abusive content since acquiring Twitter.
- The ruling supports accountability for social media companies and demonstrates Musk's inability to manipulate the law.
China Coast Guard Again Damages Philippine Boat Near Disputed Shoal: The incident took place during the regular resupply of the Philippine outpost on Second ...
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Philippines says Chinese envoy summoned over 'aggressive actions' off reef
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Philippines summons Chinese envoy over latest reef clash: Manila has dared Beijing to take legal action over its claims to a disputed reef in the South China Sea ...
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New Indiana law requires professors to promote 'intellectual diversity' to keep tenure
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Philippines says three soldiers hurt by China water cannon: MANILA: Three Philippine troops were injured in the latest China Coast Guard water cannon attack on a ...
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Chinese coast guard blasts Philippine boat with water cannon in disputed sea: Two Chinese coast guard ships have hit a Philippine supply boat with water cannons ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Coast Guard Clashes with Philippine Boat
- Chinese coast guard ships hit a Philippine supply boat with water cannons Saturday near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, causing injuries to its navy crew members and heavy damage to the wooden vessel, Philippine officials said.
- The United States and Japan immediately expressed support for the Philippines and concern over Chinese aggression near the Second Thomas Shoal, which has seen repeated confrontations between Chinese and Philippine vessels.
- The high-seas confrontations have raised fears of a larger conflict involving China and the U.S., while Washington has conducted "freedom of navigation" operations in the area, a practice criticized by China.
- Despite overlapping claims by multiple countries, including China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Brunei, the South China Sea remains a contentious area with ongoing territorial disputes.
The case of Ribnitz-Damgarten: How the AfD is setting a precedent: Protecting freedom of expression in schools, but the right way: The AfD wants to show Germany ...
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13 killed in Philippine road crash: At least 13 people were killed in the southern Philippines on Monday after a collision between a dump truck loaded with sand ...
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China Coast Guard uses water cannon on Philippine ships in South China Sea: MANILA/SHANGHAI (Reuters) -- China's coast guard said it had taken measures ...
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China coast guard water-cannons Philippine ship days after US backs Manila in disputed sea
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Philippines to build new islands port near Taiwan without U.S. help, governor says
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China coastguard uses water cannons against Philippine ships in South China Sea: China's coastguard said it had taken measures against Philippine vessels in ...
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The Supreme Court is reviewing how far the government can go in urging social media platforms to remove certain posts. Some conservatives claim that government ... Show more
Former CPS chief says clampdown on protests risks creating ‘thought crimes’ : Exclusive: Max Hill KC says it is imperative to protect free speech when setting ...
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Meta's broad-brush ban on Islamic term harmed free speech, board rules: The company ended up with "over broad" rules, the independent oversight board ...
axios.com/2024/03/26/meta-shaheed-free-speech-oversight-board
Universities ‘may have to cut ties’ with countries threatening free speech: Higher education watchdog says institutions must start thinking now about their ...
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Activists applaud decriminalization of false news - Politics - The Jakarta Post: Activists applaud decriminalization of false news - Politics - The Jakarta Post
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✍️Matthew D'Ancona: What is often grotesquely celebrated as ‘consequence culture’ amounts instead to censorship and intimidationRead more: www.standard.co.uk/comment/dame-sara-khan-batley-grammar-school-teacher-censorship-b1147742.html
Social networks: Florida makes it harder for minors to access platforms: Minors under the age of 14 will be banned from using social networks in Florida in ...
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Byting wisely: The varying narratives of nationalism and independence: So in the spirit of Independence, I urge my reader to exercise independence of ...
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AFP chief orders all military members to train in Arnis: Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner, Jr. ordered on Friday all ...
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Proton VPN’s Samuele Kaplun tells BIRN why they’re offering free services in elections to democratically backsliding countries like Turkey – and why tech ... Show more
South China Sea: Beijing warns Philippines against ‘escalating situation’ after latest Second Thomas Shoal face-off
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School leaders welcome proposal to tackle harassment of teachers: Creation of a ‘cohesion and conflict unit’ in England is among recommendations in ...
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Bring hate speech legislation ‘back to the drawing board,’ says former minister for justice Charlie Flanagan
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South China Sea: Manila dares Beijing to arbitrate claim ‘if China is not afraid’, summons Chinese envoy over stand-off
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New Indiana law requires professors to promote 'intellectual diversity' to keep tenure
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Batley Grammar School 'disappointed' by Government adviser's 'lack of leadership' claim over teacher protests
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Blinken tours Mideast as Israel-Hamas war pushes Gaza towards famine: US top diplomat Antony Blinken touched down Wednesday in the Middle East to bolster ...
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Quick Glance: Blinken to visit Israel amid rising tensions over Gaza war
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarks on his sixth urgent mission to the Middle East to discuss the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
- Tensions between the US and Israel escalate as President Biden urges Israel to avoid civilian casualties.
- Blinken is set to hold talks in Jeddah, Cairo, and Tel Aviv regarding ceasefire negotiations, humanitarian aid, and the future of the Gaza Strip.
- The international community is working towards resolving the conflict as the humanitarian situation in Gaza deteriorates, with an impending famine looming.
Many falling for alternative ‘cures’: Cancer patients duped by medical misinformation flooding social media.
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/25/many-falling-for-alternative-cures
Big contracts lure New Zealand basketballers to Asia: Finances, family and fitness are behind the record number of New Zealanders playing professional basketball ...
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Timely stay on govt ‘fact-checking unit’: Timely stay on govt
‘fact-checking unit’
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Where Are the 'Don Quixotes' of Indian Academia?: Those who say that teachers should only be concerned with their classroom and limit themselves to the ...
thewire.in/education/where-are-the-don-quixotes-of-indian-academia
In a brief order, the Supreme Court stated that the challenge to the amendments raise “serious constitutional questions” relating to the fundamental right to ... Show more
Military to hire more cyber-skilled Filipinos: The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will hire more Filipinos who are skilled in cybersecurity as it intends ...
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Protest held in Taipei to oppose Hong Kong's new security law - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 23 (CNA) A protest was held in Taipei on Saturday by Hong Kongers in ...
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Martin Sellner case: Why freedom of expression has limits: Free expression of opinion is based on tolerance towards those who think differently ...
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Abdulredha Al-Sageh’s #paintings are an #artist ’s reflections on #Kuwait ’s storied past. His brushstrokes create the country’s historic landmarks and traditions ... Show more
Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo opened Tuesday’s press engagement by highlighting how ties have been on “hyperdrive over the past year or so” since President ... Show more
After appeal to Musk, X suspends accounts that outed neo-Nazi cartoonist: Researchers, journalists are blocked from sharing the alleged identity of Stonetoss.
wired.com/story/elon-musk-x-blocked-journalists-researchers-neo-nazi-cartoonist/
Quick Glance: Elon Musk's X Responds to Uncovering Alleged Neo-Nazi Cartoonist's Identity
- Research specialists and media professionals faced restrictions on X when attempting to expose the supposed identity of the neo-Nazi artist Stonetoss.
- Critics emphasize Musk's active involvement in endorsing extremists on the platform, supporting their narratives, engaging with their profiles, and shielding them from thorough examinations.
- Despite X's efforts to suppress information, individuals persisted in sharing specifics regarding the Stonetoss investigation by disclosing Graebener's name.
- Following the removal of their content, individuals previously limited for disclosing Graebener's identity have had their access restored. However, the timeline for Caraballo's account reactivation remains uncertain. Furthermore, the suspension of the Anonymous Comrade Collective account persists.
Scotland’s new Hate Crime Act is fraught with danger: ‘Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words… make me feel hated just for being me… make me scared to ...
spectator.co.uk/article/scotlands-new-hate-crime-act-is-fraught-with-danger/
‘Took months to ask for ceasefire in Gaza’: Acclaimed writers withdraw from PEN America festival
indianexpress.com/article/books-and-literature/pen-america-writers-withdraw-gaza-palestine-9226850/
Interior Minister @MohsinnaqviC42 's call for stricter laws on #fakenews raises concerns among rights activists.
Read: voicepk.net/2024/03/why-is-interior-minister-concerned-about-regulating-fake-news/ #InternetKholo @PTAofficialpk @TararAttaullah
Are ‘secret agents’ using carefully scripted information to derail the democratic path Guyana is pursuing? - Guyana Chronicle
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/22/are-secret-agents-using-carefully-scripted-information-to-derail-the-democratic-path-guyana-is-pursuing/
Kyle Rittenhouse speech at University of Memphis sparks outrage: The 21-year-old gun rights activist, who was acquitted after fatally shooting two in Kenosha ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/21/kyle-rittenhouse-speech-memphis-university-protests
University of California grapples anew with free speech limits amid Israel-Hamas war turmoil
mercurynews.com/2024/03/21/university-of-california-grapples-anew-with-free-speech-limits-amid-israel-hamas-war-turmoil/
Banned Parler App Makes a Comeback in the App Store, But Who is the Owner Now?: Parler app, known for being a "free speech" social media site ...
techtimes.com/articles/302810/20240321/banned-parler-app-makes-comeback-store-who-owner-now.htm
Disinformation being spread about Hate Crime Act, First Minister claims: The Hate Crime Act will come into force on April 1 despite fears of its impact on free ...
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Centre's Fact Check Unit On Hold: The Case By Kunal Kamra, Editors Guild: Solicitor General Tushar Mehta has said the fact-checking would be restricted to ...
ndtv.com/india-news/centres-fact-check-unit-on-hold-the-case-by-kunal-kamra-editors-guild-5283034
The Supreme Court should let government officials speak out against false information | Opinion
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The Aargau canton police take away the right-wing extremist Martin Sellner before his appearance. That raises questions. 👉 www.beobachter.ch/magazin/gesetze-recht/fall-sellner-wie-weit-geht-meinungsfreiheit-695053
The problem with Michael Gove’s extremism definition: What makes an extremist? A call for violence? The encouragement of discrimination or hatred towards a ...
newstatesman.com/comment/2024/03/the-problem-with-michael-goves-extremism-definition
Regents delay vote on plan to limit political speech on UC websites: For a second time, UC regents postpone a vote to bar employees from posting personal views ...
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