ECtHR Rules Turkey Violated Cameraman's Free Speech
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled on October 8, 2024, that Turkey violated Binali Erdoğan's freedom of expression by dismissing him from his job as a chief cameraman at TRT in 2017 for allegedly insulting the president on social media; the court ordered Turkey to pay compensation.
ECtHR Rules Turkey Violated Cameraman's Free Speech
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled on October 8, 2024, that Turkey violated Binali Erdoğan's freedom of expression by dismissing him from his job as a chief cameraman at TRT in 2017 for allegedly insulting the president on social media; the court ordered Turkey to pay compensation.
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40% Bias Score
Balearic Parliament President's Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Balearic Parliament president Gabriel Le Senne faces a hate crime investigation for tearing up a photo of Franco-era victims during a June 18th parliamentary debate; the prosecutor requested dismissal, citing lack of evidence of discriminatory intent, while victims' families plan to continue legal a...
Balearic Parliament President's Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Balearic Parliament president Gabriel Le Senne faces a hate crime investigation for tearing up a photo of Franco-era victims during a June 18th parliamentary debate; the prosecutor requested dismissal, citing lack of evidence of discriminatory intent, while victims' families plan to continue legal a...
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44% Bias Score
Netherlands Explores Ban on Face Coverings at Demonstrations
The Dutch cabinet is considering a ban on face coverings during demonstrations, sparking debate in parliament about balancing protest rights with public order. Ministers Uitermark and Van Weel are exploring legal avenues, considering exceptions for safety, and awaiting a WODC investigation before im...
Netherlands Explores Ban on Face Coverings at Demonstrations
The Dutch cabinet is considering a ban on face coverings during demonstrations, sparking debate in parliament about balancing protest rights with public order. Ministers Uitermark and Van Weel are exploring legal avenues, considering exceptions for safety, and awaiting a WODC investigation before im...
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Deputy Mayor Investigated for Alleged Hate Speech
Valencia's Deputy Mayor, Juanma Badenas (Vox), is under investigation for allegedly inciting hatred by falsely linking a July murder to a migrant; the perpetrator was a Spanish citizen. He claims his comments reflected media reports, while the PSOE accuses him of spreading racist falsehoods.
Spanish Deputy Mayor Investigated for Alleged Hate Speech
Valencia's Deputy Mayor, Juanma Badenas (Vox), is under investigation for allegedly inciting hatred by falsely linking a July murder to a migrant; the perpetrator was a Spanish citizen. He claims his comments reflected media reports, while the PSOE accuses him of spreading racist falsehoods.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish Human Rights Defender Arrested: Appeal Challenges Evidence
Human rights defender Nimet Tanrıkulu was arrested in Ankara, Turkey on November 29, 2024, on charges of "membership in a terrorist organization," based on an informant's testimony and circumstantial evidence, prompting an international outcry and appeal.
Turkish Human Rights Defender Arrested: Appeal Challenges Evidence
Human rights defender Nimet Tanrıkulu was arrested in Ankara, Turkey on November 29, 2024, on charges of "membership in a terrorist organization," based on an informant's testimony and circumstantial evidence, prompting an international outcry and appeal.
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56% Bias Score
Paris Attack: Lasting Trauma for Premières Lignes Employees
On September 25, 2020, Zaheer Mahmood attacked two employees of the Premières Lignes news agency in Paris with a meat cleaver, severely injuring them; the attack occurred during the trial of the 2015 Charlie Hebdo attacks and was linked to the republication of Muhammad caricatures by Charlie Hebdo.
Paris Attack: Lasting Trauma for Premières Lignes Employees
On September 25, 2020, Zaheer Mahmood attacked two employees of the Premières Lignes news agency in Paris with a meat cleaver, severely injuring them; the attack occurred during the trial of the 2015 Charlie Hebdo attacks and was linked to the republication of Muhammad caricatures by Charlie Hebdo.
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36% Bias Score
Turkish Manager Detained, Actors Questioned Over Gezi Protests
Turkish manager Ayşe Barım's detention for alleged involvement in the 2013 Gezi Park protests and the subsequent summons of several actors for questioning have sparked widespread condemnation, with critics alleging a politically motivated crackdown on dissent.
Turkish Manager Detained, Actors Questioned Over Gezi Protests
Turkish manager Ayşe Barım's detention for alleged involvement in the 2013 Gezi Park protests and the subsequent summons of several actors for questioning have sparked widespread condemnation, with critics alleging a politically motivated crackdown on dissent.
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56% Bias Score
Netherlands Explores Ban on Face Coverings at Demonstrations
The Dutch cabinet is exploring a ban on face coverings during demonstrations, with exceptions for safety concerns, following a parliamentary debate where differing views on limiting protest rights were expressed; the government awaits research before implementing concrete measures.
Netherlands Explores Ban on Face Coverings at Demonstrations
The Dutch cabinet is exploring a ban on face coverings during demonstrations, with exceptions for safety concerns, following a parliamentary debate where differing views on limiting protest rights were expressed; the government awaits research before implementing concrete measures.
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44% Bias Score
French App Facilitates Mass Exodus from X Amidst Content Moderation Concerns
A French citizens' science project, "HelloQuitteX," helps X users migrate to alternative platforms like Bluesky or Mastodon due to concerns over content moderation and algorithmic bias, with over 5000 users registered in a week for a planned January 20th exodus.
French App Facilitates Mass Exodus from X Amidst Content Moderation Concerns
A French citizens' science project, "HelloQuitteX," helps X users migrate to alternative platforms like Bluesky or Mastodon due to concerns over content moderation and algorithmic bias, with over 5000 users registered in a week for a planned January 20th exodus.
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48% Bias Score
ECtHR Awards €2,600 for Freedom of Speech Violation in Turkey, Retrial Rejected
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) awarded Saide İnanç €2,600 for violating her freedom of speech due to a Turkish court's 2019 conviction for "insulting the president" based on Facebook posts; however, a Turkish court rejected a retrial request, citing a lack of "amicable settlement".
ECtHR Awards €2,600 for Freedom of Speech Violation in Turkey, Retrial Rejected
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) awarded Saide İnanç €2,600 for violating her freedom of speech due to a Turkish court's 2019 conviction for "insulting the president" based on Facebook posts; however, a Turkish court rejected a retrial request, citing a lack of "amicable settlement".
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32% Bias Score
DW Freedom: Strengthening Global Information Ecosystems
DW Freedom, the media development think tank at DW Akademie, researches and advocates for resilient information ecosystems and freedom of expression globally, collaborating with over 180 partners in 70 countries, focusing on ethical AI in media, fair journalism financing, and countering polarization...
DW Freedom: Strengthening Global Information Ecosystems
DW Freedom, the media development think tank at DW Akademie, researches and advocates for resilient information ecosystems and freedom of expression globally, collaborating with over 180 partners in 70 countries, focusing on ethical AI in media, fair journalism financing, and countering polarization...
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0% Bias Score
Meta's Content Moderation Change Prompts EU Scrutiny
Meta's replacement of fact-checking with community ratings on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp raises concerns in the EU, potentially violating the Digital Services Act (DSA) and leading to fines up to 6% of global annual turnover; the EU may also employ alternative measures, such as platform block...
Meta's Content Moderation Change Prompts EU Scrutiny
Meta's replacement of fact-checking with community ratings on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp raises concerns in the EU, potentially violating the Digital Services Act (DSA) and leading to fines up to 6% of global annual turnover; the EU may also employ alternative measures, such as platform block...
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52% Bias Score