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Surge in Book Bans and Challenges Sparks Nationwide Concern: NPR Reports
These titles lead PEN America’s compilation of the most frequently contested and banned books in U.S. public school classrooms for the 2024-2025 school year. PEN...

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International News
3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

These titles lead PEN America’s compilation of the most frequently contested and banned books in U.S. public school classrooms for the 2024-2025 school year. PEN America hide caption toggle caption PEN America On Wednesday, PEN America unveiled its annual report highlighting the surge in book bans across public schools nationwide for the 2024-2025 academic year,...

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Afghanistan’s Internet Blackout: Uncovering the Impact So Far | Censorship News
Afghanistan is currently experiencing a comprehensive telecommunications blackout, enforced by the Taliban as part of their campaign against what they term “immoral activities.” According to...

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International News
3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Afghanistan is currently experiencing a comprehensive telecommunications blackout, enforced by the Taliban as part of their campaign against what they term “immoral activities.” According to Netblocks, an international internet monitoring organization, several Afghan networks were disconnected on Monday, with telephone services also severely restricted. This has culminated in what Netblocks describes as a “complete internet...

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Russia’s Crackdown on ‘Foreign Agent’ Books Marks a New Era of Censorship
Boris Akunin stands as one of Russia’s most acclaimed writers, renowned for his historical detective series featuring Erast Fandorin, which has been transformed into both...

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International News
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

Boris Akunin stands as one of Russia’s most acclaimed writers, renowned for his historical detective series featuring Erast Fandorin, which has been transformed into both films and television miniseries. Despite his literary success, Akunin has been labeled a “foreign agent” by Russian authorities, marking him as an adversary of the state. Born Grigory Chkhartishvili, Akunin...

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Discover Where to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! and Uncover Who’s Boycotting – The Latest on Censorship News!
EXPLAINER As Jimmy Kimmel makes his comeback, he is anticipated to confront the controversy that caused several major broadcasters to drop his

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International News
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

EXPLAINER As Jimmy Kimmel makes his comeback, he is anticipated to confront the controversy that caused several major broadcasters to drop his

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IPI Sounds the Alarm on Escalating Media Repression in Nigeria
The International Press Institute (IPI), a worldwide organization dedicated to safeguarding press freedom and ensuring the uninhibited flow of information, has voiced serious concerns regarding...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

The International Press Institute (IPI), a worldwide organization dedicated to safeguarding press freedom and ensuring the uninhibited flow of information, has voiced serious concerns regarding recent incidents of media suppression in Nigeria. At a special dinner held in Abuja on Saturday, Mr. Musikilu Mojeed, President of IPI Nigeria, highlighted these issues while honoring Hajia Hadiza...

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Security Agencies Accused of Disrupting Odenigbo Lecture: A Bold Challenge to Free Speech
The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri has urged the Imo State government and security agencies to identify and hold accountable those behind the recent protests targeting...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri has urged the Imo State government and security agencies to identify and hold accountable those behind the recent protests targeting El-Rufai and Obi during the Odenigbo lecture held last Saturday. In a statement released yesterday and signed by the Archdiocesan chancellor and secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick C. Mbarah, titled “Clarifying...

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Nepal Prime Minister Steps Down Amid Deadly Protests Over Social Media Ban
On Tuesday, Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli stepped down amid escalating protests triggered by a brief government-imposed social media blackout. What began as opposition...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

On Tuesday, Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli stepped down amid escalating protests triggered by a brief government-imposed social media blackout. What began as opposition to the ban quickly evolved into a widespread outcry against corruption and the entrenched political elite. Despite Oli’s resignation, unrest persisted as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets, obstructing...

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