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Pope Francis condemns Swedish authorities’ decision to allow Quran burning: ‘Angry and disgusted’

‘Freedom of speech should never be used as a means to despise others and allowing that is rejected and condemned’

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2023

A case of unchecked power to restrict online free speech

Along with the recently amended IT Rules on fact-checking, the Karnataka High Court judgment has the dangerous potential of reposing untrammelled power in the state

The Hindu · Jul 2, 2023

Who benefits most from the protection of free speech – the haves or the have-nots?

Whether it be repression of free speech under authoritarian regimes or instances of “cancel culture” in various countries, the importance of freedom of expression is as hotly contested as ever. But does freedom of speech benefit all groups equally?

The Conversation · Jun 22, 2023

‘I do like a shock’: Martin McDonagh on why casting Lily Allen in The Pillowman makes it even more electrifying

His 2003 play about child torture and freedom of speech became a global phenomenon. But will it offend today’s audiences? The writer-director explains why he won’t be changing a thing

The Guardian - UK · Jun 7, 2023

Freedom of speech: resist the rise of the intolerant

Whether on trans or other issues, speaking out to silence others has no place in a democratic society

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2023

I was teaching a class on freedom of speech when Ben Roberts-Smith’s defamation verdict was handed down

We began the discussion with truth, a traditional rationale for protecting free speech, which in the end underscored Justice Besanko’s judgment

The Guardian - AU · Jun 3, 2023

Taiwan: Hong Kong's political refugees continue their fight for political freedom

June 4 marks the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre in China. Usually, Hong Kongers take the lead in commemorating this event with massive candle light vigils. But, since China imposed its national security law in 2020, public criticism of the regime in Beijing has become dangerous. With their…

France 24 · Jun 2, 2023

New Government free speech tsar Professor Arif Ahmed says ‘democracy is at stake’

Professor Arif Ahmed appointed to role as part of Higher Education Act.

Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2023

University freedom of speech champion says ‘democracy at stake’

Professor Arif Ahmed appointed to role as part of Higher Education Act.

The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2023

Oxford academic defends feminist Kathleen Stock’s right to freedom of speech

The Oxford University LGBTQ+ society is due to stage a protest outside the talk by the academic over her views on gender identity.

The Independent UK · May 20, 2023