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Supreme Court in Session: Watch Live Updates on Landmark Social Media Cases

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is currently hearing two critical cases regarding the regulation of speech on social media platforms. The outcome of these cases could potentially have long-lasting implications for free speech rights on the internet. These cases involve discussions about the power of tech giants, First Amendment rights, and the responsibility of platforms in controlling content. One of the cases under consideration involves a high school student in Pennsylvania who was suspended for making vulgar comments about her school on Snapchat. The key question lies in whether schools have the authority to … Read more

Human Rights Decline Globally as Leaders Fail to Uphold Laws, Warns Annual Report by Human Rights Watch

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Human rights are under threat globally as political leaders fail to uphold international law, warns the annual report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The report, titled the “2024 World Report,” highlights the escalating crises of human rights around the world. It points out the increasing disregard for international human rights laws among political leaders, leading to countless lives being put at risk. HRW’s executive director, Tirana Hassan, emphasizes the persistence of this assault on human rights and the dangerous trend of double standards in applying these laws. According to the report, governments are prioritizing short-term … Read more