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NPS Removes LGBTQ+ History Content From Website

The National Park Service removed pages dedicated to LGBTQ+ history figures like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, along with broader resources, due to Executive Orders 14168 and 2416 aiming to combat "gender ideology extremism", impacting access to historical information and setting a concerning...

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UK Police Unit Accused of Censoring FOI Requests

A UK police unit, the central referral unit (CRU), has been criticized for advising local forces to block the release of information under Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, including details about banned surveillance software and super-strength drugs; this sparked concern about transparency and...

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Iranian Musician Lashed 74 Times for Song Encouraging Women to Remove Hijabs

Iranian musician Mehdi Yarrahi received 74 lashes as punishment for his song "Roosarito," which encouraged women to remove their hijabs, following his arrest in August 2023 and subsequent sentencing by the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

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Iranian Filmmakers Face Trial for "My Favourite Cake" Amidst Crackdown on Dissent

The filmmakers and lead actress of the award-winning Iranian film "My Favourite Cake" are on trial in Tehran for allegedly violating public morality and propagating anti-regime propaganda, reflecting the ongoing crackdown on artistic freedom and dissent following the 2022 protests.

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Turkey Ranks Among Countries with Most Restricted Press Freedom in 2024 European Report

The 2024 European Press Freedom Report highlights Turkey among countries with the most restricted press freedom, citing high numbers of imprisoned journalists, systematic legal restrictions, and violence against journalists.

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AP Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Escalates

The Associated Press amended its lawsuit against the Trump administration on Monday, claiming the White House's ban on its journalists from presidential events violates the First and Fifth Amendments, following the White House's response to the AP's refusal to call the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of Am...

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Iranian Musician Flogged 74 Times for Anti-Hijab Song

Iranian singer Mehdi Yarrahi was lashed 74 times for a song advocating against the hijab and supporting protests, serving a portion of his two years and eight months prison sentence alongside a fine after his August 2023 arrest.

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Brazilian YouTuber Challenges Bolsonaro, Launches Legal Aid Platform

Brazilian YouTuber Felipe Neto, known for his video game reviews, actively criticizes President Bolsonaro's COVID-19 response and policies, resulting in online harassment, legal challenges, and the creation of a legal aid platform for those facing censorship for criticizing the government.

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Oscar-Winning Documentary "No Other Land" Highlights US Censorship of Palestine

No Other Land," an Israeli-Palestinian co-production documenting the destruction of Palestinian communities in Masafer Yatta by the Israeli army, won an Oscar despite facing US distribution challenges due to its subject matter, illustrating a campaign to erase Palestine from US public life.

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Iran Faces Internet Blackout Amid Growing Protests

Iran faces potential nationwide internet shutdown ahead of November 15-17 protests marking the anniversary of the 2019 crackdown that killed approximately 1500 people; social media plays a key role in organizing protests, while authorities are responding with violence, resulting in over 300 deaths a...

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Bezos's Post Directive and the Euphemism Epidemic in Western Media

Jeff Bezos's recent order to promote free-market viewpoints in The Washington Post's opinion section has sparked debate about editorial independence and the media's role in reporting on complex issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where euphemisms obscure the reality of ethnic cleansing.

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Georgia Passes FARA-Style Law, Expanding Restrictions on NGOs and Individuals

Georgia's parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, passed a bill modeled after the US Foreign Agents Registration Act, expanding registration requirements to individuals and introducing potential criminal penalties for non-compliance, amid an opposition boycott.

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