free speech

Muslim states demand action at UN after 'Islamaphobic' Koran burning

While Western states voice concerns about freedom of speech, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation is expected to bring its considerable influence in the UN to bear on the issue.

By REUTERS
13/07/2023

Sweden is considering making Quran burnings illegal

The Swedish government is considering whether to make burning the Quran and other holy books illegal following outrage over a recent Quran burning that took place in Stockholm.

By REUTERS
06/07/2023

Judge's order limiting Biden officials' social media outreach on shaky legal ground, experts say

The Biden administration filed a notice with the New Orleans-based 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals saying it was appealing the ruling.

By REUTERS
06/07/2023

Poland's attack on history and academic freedom - opinion

It is scandalous that a Polish parliamentarian entrusted with legitimately representing his constituency would resort to public vandalism and violence against a scholar.

By DANI DAYAN
05/06/2023

Hebrew U. slams gov't bill banning Palestinian flags on university campuses

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Senate decried the bill as infringing on freedom of expression and going against "basic principles of democracy."

Trans activists shut down controversial book launch, sparking free speech debate

A trans activist said the book was dangerous because it's meant for parents and family acceptance is essential for trans people.

No joke: China's backlash against stand-up stirs fear of comedy clampdown

Bejing fined a comedian, stating that they would "never allow any company or individual use the Chinese capital as a stage to wantonly slander the glorious image of the PLA."

By REUTERS
20/05/2023

Nikki Glaser is still searching for ‘the line’ to cross

Glaser has learned from many of the greats in the comedy world, but getting what felt like a holy blessing from Jewish comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld was a rite of passage she treasures.

US court rejects challenge to Texas anti-BDS law over lack of standing

The appellant, Haseeb Abdullah, contended that the law violated the First Amendment on free speech.

US Supreme Court weighs convicted stalker's free speech claim

Billy Counterman, found guilty in a 2017 trial and sentenced to 4-1/2 years in prison, is challenging his conviction under a Colorado stalking law

By REUTERS
19/04/2023
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