Streeting: 'Free Speech' Cannot Shield Racism and Homophobia
Wes Streeting issues a stark warning against the weaponisation of free speech to spread hate, urging a national reckoning on rising intolerance in British politics and society.
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Journalist arrested over tweets about police investigation
A UK journalist was arrested by Hertfordshire Police over tweets about an ongoing harassment investigation, sparking a major debate on press freedom and the use of anti-harassment laws.
Trans TikTok star's 'public execution' joke sparks outrage
Controversial author Gretchen Felker-Martin faces a backlash after suggesting right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk should be 'publicly executed' in a viral TikTok video, igniting a fierce debate on free speech and online conduct.
Charlie Kirk's UK Campus Tour Sparks Fury and Free Speech Debate
Right-wing US firebrand Charlie Kirk faces massive protests and accusations of hate speech as his 'Culture War' tour hits British universities, igniting debates on free speech and safety.
Charlie Kirk UK Tour Sparks Fury and Protest
US right-wing activist Charlie Kirk faces a storm of protest and accusations of importing 'divisive American politics' as his UK speaking tour gets underway, with critics demanding his events be cancelled.
Charlie Kirk Oxford Speech Sparks Free Speech Debate
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial Oxford Union speech ignites a fierce transatlantic debate on free speech, cancel culture, and the limits of campus discourse as UK and US Republicans rally to his defence.
Trump's Slurred 9/11 Speech Sparks Major Health Concerns
Donald Trump's 9/11 memorial speech in Pennsylvania has ignited serious health fears after the former President appeared to slur his words, lose his train of thought, and stumble through his address, with experts and onlookers raising alarms about his cog
Charlie Kirk: UK Students Could Be "Shot" for Debating Ideas
American commentator Charlie Kirk sparks fierce debate, claiming UK university culture is so hostile to free speech that students debating contentious topics could be 'shot and killed'. His warning ignites a discussion on censorship, safety, and intellect
Press Freedom Sees Sharpest Fall in 50 Years
A landmark report reveals the most catastrophic collapse of global press freedom in half a century, with the UK's own record under scrutiny amidst a rising tide of authoritarianism and disinformation.
Charlie Kirk BYU Speech Sparks Major Campus Protests
Controversial US commentator Charlie Kirk's lecture at Brigham Young University ignites campus protests and reignites the debate on free speech versus safe spaces in UK and US universities.
South Park & Simpsons Risk Prosecution in Government Satire
An in-depth analysis of how iconic animated shows like South Park and The Simpsons are pushing boundaries and risking prosecution with their bold political satire, challenging global power structures.
Police Watchdog: End Non-Crime Hate Incident Logging Now
The head of the UK's police watchdog calls for an immediate halt to recording 'non-crime hate incidents', citing severe threats to free speech and public trust. Exclusive report on the landmark intervention.
Cartoon Exposes UK's Heavy-Handed Palestine Protest Policing
A powerful new cartoon by Jason White critiques the UK government's controversial policing tactics against Palestine solidarity demonstrators, raising urgent questions about protest rights and civil liberties in Britain.
Uni Melb Prof Fights Dismissal in Academic Freedom Case
Professor Eric Descheemaeker argues his controversial emails were protected political speech as a landmark unfair dismissal case unfolds in the Federal Court, testing the limits of academic freedom in Australia.
Nepal's VPN Crackdown Sparks Global Outrage and Concern
Nepal's government faces international condemnation after imposing a sweeping ban on VPNs and streaming platforms like YouTube, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression ahead of crucial elections.
Met Police in crisis over govt pressure on protest ban
The Metropolitan Police faces a major crisis after leaked audio reveals senior officers discussing government pressure to ban a pro-Palestine march, raising serious concerns over political interference in operational policing.
Bob Vylan Arrested After Parliament Square Rooftop Protest
The acclaimed punk-grime band Bob Vylan was detained by Metropolitan Police following a powerful performance on the roof of a Parliament Square building, sparking outrage over freedom of expression.
High Court: Met Police Unlawfully Banned Parliament Square Protest
The Metropolitan Police faces High Court condemnation after unlawfully banning a ceasefire protest in Parliament Square, raising serious concerns over freedom of speech and police powers.
Farage's Trump-Inspired Free Speech Ploy Exposed
Nigel Farage's audacious 'Free Speech Bill' is exposed as a potential Trojan horse for US-style culture wars, echoing Donald Trump's tactics and threatening the very foundations of British democracy and social cohesion.
Met Police free speech crackdown puts MPs in impossible position
Senior MPs warn that Metropolitan Police investigations into politicians' statements are creating a chilling effect on democracy and free speech in Parliament.
Alberta Pauses Controversial School Book Ban After Outcry
Facing fierce opposition from parents, authors, and free speech advocates, the Alberta government has announced a dramatic pause on its contentious school book ban policy. The move follows widespread criticism that the initiative was censorship disguised
Farage brands Starmer 'awful authoritarian' in free speech warning
Brexit architect Nigel Farage launches scathing attack on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, accusing him of authoritarian tendencies and issuing a stark warning about the threat to free speech in the UK under a potential Labour government.
The Hidden Cost of Hate Speech: Free Speech & Transphobia
An incisive examination of the dangerous misconception that free speech is an absolute right, exploring the real-world harm caused by transphobic rhetoric and the legal, social, and ethical consequences for purveyors of hate in Britain.
Reform UK bans Nottinghamshire Live in media blacklist row
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has imposed a media blackout on Nottinghamshire Live, accusing the outlet of 'biased reporting' and sparking a fierce debate about press freedom and political censorship in British journalism.
Columbia Professor Investigated Over Pro-Palestinian Stance
Columbia University academic Mohsen Mahdawi is under investigation and faces calls for dismissal after expressing pro-Palestinian views. The case ignites fierce debate on academic freedom, free speech, and the limits of protest on US campuses.
NHS 'Vindictive' Defence in Trans Row Tribunal
The NHS is accused of launching a 'vindictive' legal defence against a nurse in a landmark transgender care case, leaving the medical professional in tears and sparking outrage over freedom of speech and belief.
Israel's Targeted Killing of Gaza Journalists Exposed
A damning investigation reveals the deliberate targeting of journalists in Gaza, a calculated strategy by Israeli forces to conceal the true human cost of the conflict from the world.
Trump's Press Reform Blueprint Adopted by UK Council
An in-depth analysis of how Donald Trump's controversial proposals for US press reform are being used as a blueprint by Nottinghamshire Council, raising alarm over media freedom and local democracy in the UK.
Singapore censors comedian's Palestine jokes, sparks free speech row
American comedian Sammy Obeid's Singapore show was shut down by authorities over Palestine-related material, sparking a fierce debate about censorship and artistic freedom in the city-state.
Man on Secret Police 'Hate List' After Twitter Row
Exclusive: Dezi Freeman, a 28-year-old from Derbyshire, was shocked to discover Derbyshire Constabulary had secretly logged him on a hate crime database for a minor social media spat, sparking a major investigation into police overreach and data protectio
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