Tag: Censorship
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General Muhoozi Confirms Release of Social Media Platforms in Uganda
Overview: A Strategic U-turn on Digital Access Uganda has announced the relaunch of social media platforms that were temporarily blocked in the wake of the January elections. The decision, publicly confirmed by key military and government figures, signals a shift in policy toward greater digital openness, even as authorities stress the need to balance access…
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Iran’s Internet Blackout Amid Protests: What This Means for Civic Voice and Daily Life
Overview: A Nation in Digital Silence In Iran, a near-total internet blackout has taken hold as authorities attempt to quell widespread protests over inflation, currency devaluation, and economic hardship. The government’s move to restrict online access follows days of demonstrations that have tested the country’s social and political fault lines. While the exact scope and…
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UNESCO Raises Alarm Over Governments’ Use of Internet Shutdowns in Crises
UNESCO Signals Growing Alarm Over Internet Shutdowns UNESCO has voiced growing concern about the increasing use of internet shutdowns by governments during political crises, protests, and electoral periods. In recent months, the United Nations cultural agency has documented a rising trend in disconnections, outages, and restricted networks that hamper access to information, learning, and civic…
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Indonesian comedians shrug off Netflix controversy
Indonesian comedians press on despite Netflix controversy In a moment that could chill the creative spine of many joke writers, Indonesian comedians are continuing to explore sensitive social and political topics on stage and screen. The spark for the debate was a police report filed against popular comedian Pandji Pragiwaksono over material from his Netflix…
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Indonesian Comedians Push Back Against Netflix Controversy
New Frontiers for Indonesian Comedy In Indonesia, stand-up comedians are once again proving that a sharp tongue can spark dialogue rather than silence. The controversy surrounding Netflix and comedian Pandji Pragiwaksono’s special Mens Rea sparked debates on censorship, responsibility, and freedom of expression. Yet, three prominent Indonesian comics say the incident hasn’t dampened their willingness…
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Heated Rivalry: Fans in Russia Defy Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws
Introduction: A Canadian Series Sparks a Quiet Defiance When snippets of the Canadian romance-drama Heated Rivalry began circulating on TikTok late last year, they sparked a surprising, cross-border conversation. In Russia, where anti-LGBTQ+ laws and rhetoric have created a fraught social climate, fans like 24-year-old Dima in Moscow found themselves drawn into a show that…
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Iran’s suspected plan to sever ties with the global internet sparks rights concerns
Overview: A potential permanent internet split? Iranian digital rights activists claim that the government is pursuing a strategy to isolate the country from the global internet. The plan, they say, would move beyond temporary outages and censorship toward a permanent framework in which online access is restricted to individuals vetted by state security bodies. If…
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Iran’s Alleged Move to Permanently Cut Global Internet: What Activists Say
Overview: A Rumored Break with the Global Internet Digital rights activists in Iran have raised alarms about a confidential government plan to permanently disconnect the country from the global internet. The proposal, if enacted, would shift Iran toward a tightly controlled national network, with only individuals vetted by the regime allowed to access online services.…
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Global Internet Shutdowns Surge as Governments Clamp Down on Dissent, Iran Latest
Overview: A Record Wave of Internet Restrictions Across continents, governments are increasingly turning to digital tools to control information and suppress protests. From cutting broadband access to throttling social media platforms, the trend marks a worrying shift in how states manage dissent online. Recent data show that internet shutdowns, slowdowns, and platform blocks reached unprecedented…
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Global Internet Shutdowns Hit Record as Governments Block Dissent, Iran Latest
Overview: A Growing Trend of Internet Shutdowns Across the world, governments are turning to internet shutdowns and social media blocks as tools to manage unrest and control information flows. Recent data shows the frequency and duration of these outages reaching new highs, signaling a shift in how authorities respond to protests, elections, and security concerns.…