Tunisia: Decree-Law 54 Fuels Concerns Over Freedom of Expression
Tunisia's Decree-Law 54, enacted in 2022 to combat disinformation, is criticized for being used to imprison journalists and social media users; around 40 Tunisian parliamentarians and the journalists' union are pushing for its amendment, but face obstacles due to the parliament's limited power.
Tunisia: Decree-Law 54 Fuels Concerns Over Freedom of Expression
Tunisia's Decree-Law 54, enacted in 2022 to combat disinformation, is criticized for being used to imprison journalists and social media users; around 40 Tunisian parliamentarians and the journalists' union are pushing for its amendment, but face obstacles due to the parliament's limited power.
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36% Bias Score
Mali: Joliba TV Suspension Sparks Press Freedom Debate
Following a broadcast questioning a foiled coup in Burkina Faso, Mali's Joliba TV faced a six-month suspension, prompting the Maison de la presse to initially threaten collective action before opting for negotiations to reinstate the channel; the involved journalist, Issa Kaou N'Djim, faces trial.
Mali: Joliba TV Suspension Sparks Press Freedom Debate
Following a broadcast questioning a foiled coup in Burkina Faso, Mali's Joliba TV faced a six-month suspension, prompting the Maison de la presse to initially threaten collective action before opting for negotiations to reinstate the channel; the involved journalist, Issa Kaou N'Djim, faces trial.
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40% Bias Score
Turkish Journalist Özlem Gürses Faces House Arrest for TSK Criticism
Journalist Özlem Gürses faces house arrest and a foreign travel ban in Turkey after her YouTube comments on the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) led to charges of 'openly degrading' the military and 'misleading the public,' triggering strong condemnation from the opposition.
Turkish Journalist Özlem Gürses Faces House Arrest for TSK Criticism
Journalist Özlem Gürses faces house arrest and a foreign travel ban in Turkey after her YouTube comments on the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) led to charges of 'openly degrading' the military and 'misleading the public,' triggering strong condemnation from the opposition.
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56% Bias Score
Brazilian Legislators Challenge State Censorship Before Inter-American Commission
Five Brazilian legislators, aided by ADF International, are challenging Brazil's censorship before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, citing a 39-day ban on X and broader free speech violations, arguing it affected over 20 million users and violated their rights under the American Conven...
Brazilian Legislators Challenge State Censorship Before Inter-American Commission
Five Brazilian legislators, aided by ADF International, are challenging Brazil's censorship before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, citing a 39-day ban on X and broader free speech violations, arguing it affected over 20 million users and violated their rights under the American Conven...
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48% Bias Score
Russian Mobile Carriers Slow YouTube Access Amidst Government Crackdown
Major Russian mobile carriers have dramatically slowed access to YouTube, impacting over 70% of users following increased complaints and government statements citing YouTube's violation of Russian law and disrespect towards the country; the slowdown started in August and intensified since December 1...
Russian Mobile Carriers Slow YouTube Access Amidst Government Crackdown
Major Russian mobile carriers have dramatically slowed access to YouTube, impacting over 70% of users following increased complaints and government statements citing YouTube's violation of Russian law and disrespect towards the country; the slowdown started in August and intensified since December 1...
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48% Bias Score
Kyrgyzstan Passes Defamation Law, Raising Free Speech Concerns
The Kyrgyz Parliament passed a law imposing fines for defamation, reduced from initial proposals, with enforcement shifted to law enforcement agencies; critics fear this restricts free speech, adding to existing limitations on online information.
Kyrgyzstan Passes Defamation Law, Raising Free Speech Concerns
The Kyrgyz Parliament passed a law imposing fines for defamation, reduced from initial proposals, with enforcement shifted to law enforcement agencies; critics fear this restricts free speech, adding to existing limitations on online information.
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48% Bias Score
Bluesky's Growing Pains: Rapid Growth Brings Censorship, Scams, and User Revolts
Bluesky, a social media platform with nearly 25 million users, faces challenges including government censorship (blocked in China and Pakistan), a surge in scam accounts after the Brazil X ban, copyright complaints, and significant user backlash against journalist Jesse Singal, leading to increased ...
Bluesky's Growing Pains: Rapid Growth Brings Censorship, Scams, and User Revolts
Bluesky, a social media platform with nearly 25 million users, faces challenges including government censorship (blocked in China and Pakistan), a surge in scam accounts after the Brazil X ban, copyright complaints, and significant user backlash against journalist Jesse Singal, leading to increased ...
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52% Bias Score
House Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government
A 17,000-page House subcommittee report alleges the Biden administration weaponized the federal government, citing censorship campaigns, retaliation against whistleblowers, and coordination with private entities; Elon Musk responded with "Wow.
House Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government
A 17,000-page House subcommittee report alleges the Biden administration weaponized the federal government, citing censorship campaigns, retaliation against whistleblowers, and coordination with private entities; Elon Musk responded with "Wow.
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40% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Hear TikTok Ban Appeal
The US Supreme Court will hear TikTok's emergency appeal against a nationwide ban, potentially setting a critical precedent at the intersection of the First Amendment and national security; the app's owner must sell or face a ban by January 19th.
Supreme Court to Hear TikTok Ban Appeal
The US Supreme Court will hear TikTok's emergency appeal against a nationwide ban, potentially setting a critical precedent at the intersection of the First Amendment and national security; the app's owner must sell or face a ban by January 19th.
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52% Bias Score
Roskomnadzor Threatens YouTube with Action Over Alleged Violations
Russia's Roskomnadzor is threatening YouTube with unspecified actions for alleged violations of Russian law, citing the blocking of Russian musicians' channels and disrespect towards Russia, following previous instances of YouTube slowdown in the country starting in July.
Roskomnadzor Threatens YouTube with Action Over Alleged Violations
Russia's Roskomnadzor is threatening YouTube with unspecified actions for alleged violations of Russian law, citing the blocking of Russian musicians' channels and disrespect towards Russia, following previous instances of YouTube slowdown in the country starting in July.
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48% Bias Score
Israel Government Accused of Silencing Dissent Amidst Gaza War
The Israeli government is facing criticism for actions perceived as attempts to silence dissenting opinions by defunding cultural institutions like the KAN public broadcaster, Tel Aviv Cinematheque, and Batsheva Dance Company, and by controlling school curricula, amidst an ongoing war in Gaza.
Israel Government Accused of Silencing Dissent Amidst Gaza War
The Israeli government is facing criticism for actions perceived as attempts to silence dissenting opinions by defunding cultural institutions like the KAN public broadcaster, Tel Aviv Cinematheque, and Batsheva Dance Company, and by controlling school curricula, amidst an ongoing war in Gaza.
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60% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Hear TikTok Ban Challenge
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on January 10th concerning a law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. by January 19th, a challenge brought by TikTok and users arguing the law violates the First Amendment; a lower court upheld the law citing national security concerns.
Supreme Court to Hear TikTok Ban Challenge
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on January 10th concerning a law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. by January 19th, a challenge brought by TikTok and users arguing the law violates the First Amendment; a lower court upheld the law citing national security concerns.
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40% Bias Score