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Targeted Killings of Al Jazeera Journalists in Gaza Silence Palestinian Voices

At least seven Al Jazeera journalists covering Gaza have been killed in targeted attacks since July 2022, part of an alleged Israeli strategy to control the narrative and silence Palestinian perspectives, despite internal warnings and global condemnation.

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Censorship of Myanmar Artist's Exhibition in Bangkok Highlights China's Global Repression

A Myanmar artist and his wife fled to the UK after their Bangkok art exhibition, "Constellation of Complicity," which criticized authoritarian regimes, was censored due to pressure from the Chinese government, prompting human rights concerns and highlighting the issue of extraterritorial repression.

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Controversial Indonesian History Books Delayed Amidst Whitewashing Concerns

Indonesia's government-commissioned history book series, initially planned for release on Independence Day, has been delayed due to widespread criticism over concerns that it will whitewash the country's past, especially the Soeharto era, and pave the way for a more authoritarian regime.

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Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" List, Targeting Critics

On August 15th, Russia's Ministry of Justice added five individuals—journalist Mark Krotov, former priest Ioann Kurmoyarov, journalist Igor Rudnikov, publicist Mark Solonin—and the Revolut-Center to its "foreign agents" list, bringing the total to approximately 1050, reflecting a continued crackdown...

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Florida Judge Strikes Down Law Allowing Removal of Books From Schools

A federal judge in Orlando struck down parts of a Florida law that allowed parents to remove books from schools, deeming it unconstitutional and overbroad, impacting 4,500 book removals in 2023 and reinstating Supreme Court precedent on obscenity.

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South Sudan: Journalists Arrested After Video of President Kiir Surfaces

Six South Sudanese journalists were arrested in January 2023 after a video showing President Salva Kiir seemingly urinating on himself during a public event was shared online; the incident highlights the restrictive media environment in South Sudan and raises concerns about press freedom.

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China's Shrinking Press Freedom: FCCC Report Highlights Growing Censorship

A new FCCC report reveals that nearly half of surveyed journalists in China feel a growing number of topics are considered taboo, impacting reporting on the economy, social issues, and even seemingly innocuous subjects, hindering international understanding and increasing the risk of geopolitical mi...

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Trump Seeks to Control Smithsonian Narrative, Raising Concerns about Institutional Trust and Information Control

Donald Trump, through his vice president, is attempting to control the Smithsonian Institution, ordering a review of all projects to ensure they promote a singular, positive view of American history, mirroring actions of past authoritarian regimes.

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China's Censorship Silences Thai Art Exhibition, Forcing Curators to Flee

A Bangkok art exhibition showcasing works critical of authoritarian regimes was censored after Chinese government pressure, forcing the Burmese curators to flee to the UK seeking asylum amidst allegations of Thai police involvement.

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Summerhall Reverses Ban on Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes Amidst Free Speech Controversy

Summerhall Arts, a Scottish venue receiving \$608,000 in public funding, initially banned Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes from speaking due to her gender-critical views, but reversed the decision after significant backlash, raising concerns about free speech and public funding.

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Harvard Cancels Palestine Journal Issue Amid Censorship Accusations

More than 115 scholars condemned Harvard University's cancellation of a nearly-complete special issue of the Harvard Educational Review dedicated to Palestine as censorship, citing the decision as an attempt to silence academic examination of the Palestinian experience and an example of anti-Palesti...

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US Government Reviews Smithsonian Museum Exhibits for 'American Ideals'

The US government is reviewing exhibitions at eight Smithsonian museums in Washington D.C. to ensure alignment with "American ideals", impacting their educational materials and websites before the country's 250th anniversary next year, as directed by President Trump.

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