Tag: Free Speech
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Adelaide Writers’ Week 2026 Cancelled Amid Backlash Over Randa Abdel-Fattah Disinvitation
Overview: A Festival in Turmoil The much-anticipated Adelaide Writers’ Week 2026 has been cancelled following days of upheaval, with more than 180 authors and speakers withdrawing in response to the decision to disinvite Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah. The move, which was announced after years of collaboration between the festival and the author, reignited debates about…
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Adelaide Writers’ Week Cancelled After Controversy Over Palestinian Author Appearance
Overview of the Cancellation The Adelaide Writers’ Week, a long-standing literary event in Australia, has been cancelled after a heated dispute surrounding the scheduled appearance of a prominent Australian-Palestinian activist and author. Organisers announced the decision amid mounting pressure from various stakeholders, culminating in the decision to withdraw from this year’s program. The cancellation marks…
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Adelaide Writers’ Week Cancelled: Controversy Over Palestinian Author Axed
Overview: A Festival in Crisis The annual Adelaide Writers’ Week, one of Australia’s most anticipated literary events, was abruptly cancelled amid a heated dispute surrounding the cancellation of a scheduled appearance by a prominent Australian-Palestinian activist and author. The decision, announced by festival organizers, has reverberated through the literary community, drawing sharp criticism from supporters…
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Adelaide Writers’ Week cancels amid furor over Palestinian author’s axing
Introduction The Adelaide Writers’ Week, a cornerstone of Australia’s literary calendar, has been cancelled following ongoing controversy surrounding the cancellation of a scheduled appearance by a prominent Australian‑Palestinian activist and author. The decision, announced amid mounting public and professional pressure, marks a rare and high‑profile escalation in the debate over free expression, censorship, and the…
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Morning Mail: Potential Loophole in Hate Speech Laws, PM Urged to Rethink US Ties as Queensland Faces Flood Fears
Lead story: A looming loophole in hate speech legislation Good morning. In yesterday’s briefing, the government signalled a stronger crackdown on hate speech and antisemitism, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese set to outline further details today. Our investigation, however, uncovers a potential loophole in the proposed legislation that could undermine its effectiveness and leave some…
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Morning Mail: Unveiling a Potential Loophole in Australia’s Hate-Speech Plan as PM Reassesses US Ties and Queensland Faces Flood Fears
Hate-Speech Legislation Under Scrutiny: Could a Loophole Undermine New Rules? Morning readers, and welcome to a developing update on Australia’s stance against hate and antisemitism. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to outline further details of the government’s planned crackdown today. Our lead story, however, flags a potential loophole that critics argue could undermine the…
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Adelaide Writers’ Week Fallout: Ardern Pulls Out Amid Abdel-Fattah Controversy
Headline Fallout Shakes Adelaide Writers’ Week The Adelaide Writers’ Week saga intensified as former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced she would not attend the 2026 festival. Her withdrawal follows the festival board’s controversial decision to rescind its invitation to Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, a move that sparked a torrent of online and on-site…
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Protesters pursue driver after truck speeds through LA Iran protest
What happened in Los Angeles during the Iran solidarity protest During a Saturday afternoon demonstration in downtown Los Angeles, a U-Haul box truck rapidly traversed a street crowded with marchers expressing support for the Iranian people. Witnesses described a moment of chaos as bystanders scrambled to get out of the truck’s path, and several protesters…
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Controversy at Adelaide Writers’ Festival: Federal Minister Backs Axing Palestinian Author
Overview of the Controversy A federal cabinet minister has publicly supported the decision to remove a Palestinian-Australian author from the Adelaide Writers’ Festival, a move that has ignited intense debate across the literary community and political spectrum. The announcement comes as several festival board members resigned in the wake of the decision, and dozens of…
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Federal minister backs axing Palestinian-Australian author from Adelaide writers’ festival
Background to the Controversy The dispute surrounding the Adelaide writers’ festival has intensified in recent weeks, drawing national attention to the limits of free expression within cultural events. At the heart of the debate is the decision to remove a Palestinian-Australian author from a lineup that was expected to feature voices from a broad range…