Reform UK Accuses Nottingham Post of Censorship
Reform UK accuses the Nottingham Post of censorship after the newspaper refuses to publish a candidate's article on free speech, igniting a fierce debate on media bias and political discourse.
Category : Liberties
British woman fined £1700 in France for her cat's miaows
A British woman living in France has been ordered to pay a staggering £1,700 fine after a court ruled her cat's miaows were a 'repeated nuisance' to neighbours. The bizarre legal battle highlights extreme noise nuisance laws on the continent.
Tax whistleblower Boyle avoids conviction in landmark case
Australian Taxation Office whistleblower Richard Boyle has avoided criminal conviction and jail time after a landmark court decision. The ruling marks a significant victory for transparency and accountability within government agencies.
Woman thrown out of pub for wearing England flag
A Birmingham woman was left humiliated after being thrown out of a city centre pub for wearing an England flag shirt. Staff at The Figure of Eight cited a 'strict dress code' as the reason, sparking outrage and accusations of a double standard.
Amish Fight Ohio Over Buggy Symbols in Supreme Court
An Amish community in Ohio is challenging state orders to display bright orange safety symbols on their horse-drawn buggies, citing a violation of their deeply held religious beliefs. The case raises profound questions about religious freedom and state re
Florida Bill Targets Drag Shows, Sparks Free Speech Debate
Florida's legislature passes a controversial bill restricting drag performances in public venues, sparking fierce debate on free speech and LGBTQ+ rights. Critics warn it could jeopardise the state's 'Free State of Florida' moniker.
Trump's Smithsonian Threat: An Attack on History
Donald Trump's recent pledge to dismantle the Smithsonian Institution isn't just about museums; it's a direct assault on factual history, academic freedom, and the very pillars of an informed democracy. This analysis delves into why this threat matters fo
Council compared child CCTV to Hitler in docs - police investigating
Carmarthenshire Council faces police investigation after comparing child protection CCTV to Hitler's policies in official documents, sparking major privacy concerns.
Trans castle owner sues council for £20k in discrimination row
A transgender castle owner is suing their local council for £20,000 in damages following a bitter row over alleged discrimination and data breaches. The legal battle centres on the use of pronouns and the council's conduct.
MO Candidate Burns Quran in Controversial Campaign Video
Missouri Secretary of State candidate Valentina Gomez sparks international outrage after filming herself burning Islam's holy book, the Quran, in a controversial campaign stunt ahead of the Republican primary.
Kensington Council secretly installs 200+ CCTV cameras
Exclusive: Kensington and Chelsea Council installs 200+ covert CCTV cameras without public consultation, raising serious civil liberties concerns among residents and privacy campaigners.
Sally Rooney questioned by Met Police over Palestine protest
Best-selling author Sally Rooney interviewed under caution by Metropolitan Police following protest at RAF Brize Norton against arms sales to Israel. Latest development in UK's free speech debate.
Trump flag burned in Cape Cod political protest
A Donald Trump flag was set ablaze outside a Massachusetts home in a late-night act of political vandalism, sparking a police investigation into the incendiary incident.
Met Police payout over 'humiliating' lingerie photo probe
The Metropolitan Police has paid substantial damages to a mother after officers investigated an intimate lingerie photo sent to her partner, in a case branded 'appalling' by civil liberties groups.
Gay Men Brutally Whipped in Public Under Sharia Law
Two gay men were publicly whipped in Indonesia's Aceh province after being found guilty under strict Sharia law. The brutal caning has sparked international outrage and renewed debate on human rights.
UK Gov Launches Honour-Based Abuse Crackdown
The UK government unveils a landmark national framework to combat honour-based abuse, introducing mandatory police training and new support measures for victims.
Labour's Islamophobia Definition Sparks Free Speech Fury
Labour's proposed new definition of Islamophobia, based on the All-Party Parliamentary Group's guidelines, faces intense backlash from critics who warn it could criminalise free speech, stifle legitimate debate, and even provoke social unrest by privilegi
Trump's Flag-Burning Ban Call Threatens Free Speech
Former US President Donald Trump's renewed call to criminalise flag desecration ignites a fierce debate on the limits of free speech and the First Amendment, drawing strong reactions from civil liberties groups.
UK police defend 'proportionate' Palestine protest response
The National Police Chiefs' Council asserts that UK policing of pro-Palestine demonstrations has been 'proportionate', despite criticism over perceived inaction on illegal acts during protests.
Kneecap's US Tour Axed After Visa Denial Over Lyrics
Irish rap trio Kneecap's US tour faces cancellation after visa denial, sparking free speech debate. The band blames political lyrics criticizing UK government.
Trump vows extreme punishment for flag burners
In a dramatic escalation of his 'America First' agenda, former President Donald Trump has pledged to introduce severe penalties, including potential loss of citizenship and jail time, for anyone who desecrates the American flag. The controversial proposal
Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
Trump: Strip Citizenship for Flag Burning
In a dramatic escalation, former President Donald Trump has called for the arrest and stripping of citizenship from anyone who burns the American flag, reigniting a fierce debate on free speech and patriotism.
45 Arrests via Facial Recognition at Notting Hill Carnival
The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin
Badenoch's Equality Act Redefinition Sparks Fury
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
Minnesota Democrats spark outrage with religious LGBTQ+ billboards
Minnesota's Democratic Party sparks controversy with a religious-themed billboard claiming 'God made LGBTQ+ people', drawing fierce criticism from Christian groups and internal party concerns about alienating voters.
Expert Rejects Met Police's "Bias-Free" Facial Recognition Claim
A top academic has publicly contradicted the Metropolitan Police's assertion that their live facial recognition technology is unbiased, citing major flaws in the study they used to justify its rollout across London.
Notting Hill Carnival Policing Row Erupts
As London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival concludes, a fierce debate erupts over the intense police presence, with community leaders and politicians questioning if heavy-handed tactics are stifling the celebration's spirit and threatening civil liberties.
Trump DOJ Accused of Racial Bias in Tennessee Judge Picks
A bombshell report reveals the Trump-era Justice Department allegedly pressured a Tennessee court to favour white candidates over Hispanic applicants, sparking a major scandal.
JK Rowling Slams Sturgeon Over Gender Rights Approach
Harry Potter author JK Rowling delivers a scathing critique of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's approach to gender recognition reforms, accusing her of fostering a toxic public discourse and ignoring women's concerns.
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