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Author and honoree Stephen King at the PEN America Literary Gala in New York

Nation Oct 01

Stephen King is the most banned author in U.S. schools, PEN report says

By Hillel Italie, Associated Press

Politics Oct 01

Memorial service for slain conservative commentator Kirk in Glendale
There’s a growing number of Americans who think violence might be necessary to get the country back on track

Nearly a third of Americans – 30% – say people may have to resort to violence in order to get the country back on track, according to the latest PBS News/NPR/Marist poll.

By Matt Loffman

Politics Sep 24

Jimmy Kimmel to return to the air, in Los Angeles
Kimmel returns to late night with an emotional monologue but no apologies following suspension

He said that he was never trying to make light of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death, and paid tribute to his widow Erika for publicly forgiving her husband's assassin.

By David Bauder, Associated Press

Nation Sep 19

Iconic comedy legend and actor Carol Burnett marks her hands and feet in cement on Hollywood Blvd in Los Angeles
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Kimmel suspension and self-censorship set dangerous precedent, FCC commissioner says

The debate continues over Disney’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel off the air indefinitely. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr suggested that ABC affiliates should pull Kimmel’s show or face action from his agency. But Carr rejected accusations that he was punishing…

By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant

Politics Sep 18

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Trump welcomes Hungary's Prime Minister Orban at the White House in Washington
Trump’s moves against media outlets mirror authoritarian approaches to silencing dissent

Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has waged an aggressive campaign against the media unlike any in modern U.S. history, making moves similar to those of authoritarian leaders that he has often praised.

By Justin Spike, Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press

Sep 04

Nepal blocks Facebook, X, YouTube and others for failing to register with the government

By Associated Press

Nepal's Minister for Communication and Information Prithvi Subba Gurung said about two dozen social network platforms that are widely used in Nepal were repeatedly given notices to come forward and register their companies officially in the country.

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Sep 03

WATCH: Reform UK Party leader Farage testifies on censorship before House Judiciary Committee

By Jill Lawless, Associated Press

The supposed threat to free speech in the U.K. and elsewhere in Europe has been taken up by allies of President Donald Trump including Vice President JD Vance, who claimed in February that “basic liberties” in Britain are under threat.

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Aug 05

Using the internet in Russia can be frustrating, complicated and dangerous

By Dasha Litvinova, Associated Press

Going online in Russia can be frustrating, complicated and even dangerous. Accessing independent news sites, Facebook, and YouTube is increasingly difficult due to extensive online censorship.

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Jul 29

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Trump’s ‘censorship and control’ campaign threatens press freedom, FCC commissioner says

By Geoff Bennett, Karina Cuevas

The $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance is fueling a fierce First Amendment fight and raising questions about the influence of the Trump administration. The FCC approved the deal by a 2-1 vote along party lines and came shortly…

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Jul 25

Russian parliament approves a bill punishing online searches for information deemed ‘extremist’

By Associated Press

It’s not clear how authorities will track down violators.

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