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Afghan Women Find Solace in Books Amidst Taliban Restrictions

In Afghanistan under Taliban rule, women are increasingly turning to novels and self-help books as an escape from mental distress and a means of self-improvement due to restrictions on education and limited opportunities, with sales of religious texts also rising significantly.

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Pentagon Purges DEI Content, Affecting Historical Records

The Department of Defense is deleting tens of thousands of photos and online posts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives following a Trump executive order, impacting historical records and potentially harming military morale and recruitment.

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Theatre CEO Resigns After Censorship Row Over Cancelled Play

The chief executive of Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre resigned following the cancellation of a modern adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream due to a dispute over its references to the Israel-Gaza war and transgender rights; an independent review criticized the theatre's leadership but found n...

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Albania Bans TikTok for One Year, Sparking Opposition Protests

The Albanian government banned TikTok for one year, citing concerns about children's safety following a 14-year-old's death after online harassment, despite TikTok's claim neither the victim nor the perpetrator used the platform; opposition parties announced protests for March 15th.

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Iranian Singer Flogged for Protest Song

Iranian protest singer Mehdi Yarrahi received 74 lashes this week as the final part of his sentence for releasing a protest song against the country's strict dress code, highlighting the ongoing repression of dissent in Iran.

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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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Pentagon Purges DEI Content: Over 26,000 Images Flagged for Removal

The Department of Defense is removing over 26,000 photos and online posts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across all military branches following President Trump's executive order, potentially impacting up to 100,000 items, including historical images and commemorative cont...

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House Republicans Subpoena Google Over Alleged Biden Administration Censorship

The House Judiciary Committee issued a subpoena to Google's parent company, Alphabet, demanding information on alleged censorship of Americans during the Biden administration, following an investigation into communications between Alphabet and the executive branch and related third parties.

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Pentagon Purges DEI Content, Raising Concerns Over Historical Record Loss

The Department of Defense has purged over 26,000 images and online posts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives following President Trump's executive order, sparking concerns about the loss of historical records and the potential for misinterpretations of the directive.

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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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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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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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