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Americans Value Press Freedom, Back Some Restrictions — 3d73% of Americans call press freedom extremely or very important, yet 53% would limit it to stop inaccurate reporting, Pew finds.

Jared Kim The party split is no surprise these days, though letting government police false info risks more bias than it solves.

Psychedelic Pop Artist Peter Max Dies at 88 — 2dPeter Max, psychedelic pop artist of the 1994 World Cup poster and the man who saved the runaway cow Cincinnati Freedom, died Sept. 14 at 88.

White House video on patriotism draws online attention for simple message — 3dThe clip shows images celebrating American pride in country freedom and football. It is spreading for its straightforward message on patriotism from an official government account. @WhiteHouse

History, meaning, and 3 expressions of "human dignity" — Sep 9, 2026Pope Leo XIV reflects on human dignity as rooted in creation and expressed through intelligence, conscience and freedom according to Gaudium et Spes.

Nicole Hardy Freedom as part of dignity explains why forcing beliefs on others always feels wrong.

S&P Revises Freedom Holding Outlook to PositiveFinance — Sep 4, 2026S&P Global Ratings revised Freedom Holding Corp and four main subsidiaries’ outlook to positive, citing stronger capitalization, diversified earnings and improved banking-sector risk in Kazakhstan, while affirming BB-/B ratings for the operating units and B- for Freedom Holding Corp. The upgrades followed Kazakhstan’s sovereign rating improvements and reflect ongoing enhancements in risk management and governance across the group.

Emma Bonino, Italian rights campaigner, dies at 78 — Sep 11, 2026Emma Bonino, a long-time Italian politician and human-rights advocate who helped legalize abortion in 1978 and served as EU Commissioner and foreign minister, has died at 78. Tributes from across the political spectrum praised her fearless defense of civil rights and her decades-long campaign for freedoms, gender equality, and European integration.

Boston College, Rutgers Honor 9/11 Hero Crowther — Sep 11, 2026Boston College hosted Rutgers for its annual Red Bandanna Game on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring BC alumnus Welles Crowther, the firefighter who helped save multiple lives that day. Both teams wore commemorative uniforms—BC with 'FOR WELLES' and red bandanna motifs, Rutgers with 'Never Forget' and patriotic helmet accents—while Crowther’s family and his Presidential Medal of Freedom recognition were highlighted.

Tom Gallagher His family must feel proud watching the Medal of Freedom get this kind of spotlight at the game.

Report: Iran Leadership Divisions Deepen Over War TalksWorld — 6dCrown Prince Reza Pahlavi proposes a five‑part transition plan for a post‑Islamic Republic Iran focused on empowering the Iranian people and protecting religious freedom, not prescribing a fixed future government. Separately, the set of articles highlights enduring Iran‑related hostility, internal hardline opposition to diplomacy, BRICS‑driven attempts at West Asia consensus amid ongoing clashes in the region, and the threat of escalation in incidents such as in the Strait of Hormuz.

Natasha Cloud condemns Kanter Freedom, shifts focus — Aug 29, 2026Natasha Cloud said she would not dwell on her confrontation with Enes Kanter Freedom, instead highlighting urgent issues facing women and children such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and food insecurity, and criticizing the culture-war distraction around transgender rights. Meanwhile, Freedom's presence triggered sanctions from Sky owner Michael Alter who banned him from attending games, with Cloud urging the WNBA to follow suit and make the ban league-wide.

NetChoice Sues Illinois Over Digital, Social Media TaxesPolitics — Sep 11, 2026NetChoice has filed multiple lawsuits in Cook County to block Illinois’s new Social Media User Tax and Digital Ad Tax, arguing the measures discriminate against online services and violate the First Amendment and the federal Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act. Supporters say the taxes fund state budget needs and target large platforms, while critics warn digital-only taxes raise constitutional and due‑process concerns.

Türkiye grants Freedom Yatırım first foreign broker license — Aug 18, 2026Freedom Yatırım Menkul Değerler A.Ş., a unit of Freedom Holding Corp., has been granted a Capital Markets Board of Türkiye operating license becoming the first broadly authorized foreign brokerage in Türkiye since 1992, signaling the group’s expansion into Turkish brokerage and international capital markets. Leveraging TraderNet and its integration with Borsa İstanbul, Freedom aims to provide two-way access between Türkiye and global markets, supported by Freedom’s $14 billion in total assets as of June 30, 2026.

Hong Kong court convicts Wall Street Journal publisher of blocking reporter union role — Sep 10, 2026A Hong Kong court convicted Dow Jones Publishing Co (Asia) Inc, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, of deterring reporter Selina Cheng from taking a leadership role in the city’s press union, while acquitting it of unlawfully firing her. The ruling highlights ongoing concerns about press freedom in Hong Kong amid pressures on the media landscape and union activity.

Rachel Meyers The court rightly punished the interference with union duties, but acquitting on the firing leaves too many questions about how reporters are treated.

Freedom Ejected as Transgender Debate Widens — Aug 22, 2026Enes Kanter Freedom praised Sophie Cunningham as an American hero for voicing opposition to transgender athletes competing in women’s sports, noting global support and announcing his plan to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Cunningham’s remarks have fueled a heated WNBA debate marked by protests, mixed reactions from coaches and politicians, and continued defense of her stance by Freedom and like-minded supporters.

Revolutionary War Figures Arrive At Freedom Plaza — Jun 3, 2026There is a new encampment at Freedom Plaza that brings an important piece of history into the present. The Department of the Interior has placed Revolutionary War figures at Freedom Plaza in downtown Washington, D.C., a…

Trump Wants to Make Gaza ‘Freedom Zone’ — May 15, 2025President Donald Trump has plans for Gaza — make it a “freedom zone.” Trump made that declaration Thursday during a visit to Qatar, per The Hill . “I have concepts for Gaza that I think are very good. Make it a freedom…

Tunisian Journalists Rally Over Yousfi Arrest — Sep 8, 2026In Tunisia, protests by journalists and activists over the arrest of Mohamed Yousfi highlight widespread concerns about suppression of independent media and the tightening of freedoms under President Kais Saied, with critics saying charges are politically motivated. Separately, U.S. and international journalism groups oppose proposed DHS restrictions on foreign media visas, arguing the changes would stifle the flow of information and threaten press access at the UN and beyond.

Taiwan Vice President Makes Secret Trip to Italy Democracy Conference — Sep 11, 2026Taiwanese Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim arrived in Italy, accompanied by Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, to attend the Ventotene Conference for Freedom and Democracy; the trip, kept secret due to Chinese threats, signals Taiwan’s push to engage with Europe despite lacking formal diplomatic ties. The three‑day conference features activists such as Yulia Navalnaya and Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, highlighting Taiwan’s effort to broaden international support and demonstrate democratic solidarity amid Beijing’s pressure.

Nicole Hardy Taiwan's quiet outreach to Europe like this is smart and necessary given Beijing's bullying.

Saudi Arabia Shuts East-West Pipeline After Drone Attacks Riyadh Blames on Iraq — Sep 11, 2026Saudi Arabia said its East-West pipeline was shut as a precaution after Thursday attacks that injured several people and prompted emergency measures, with authorities citing increasing Houthi aggression tied to Iran in the Yemen conflict. The broader security picture shows Houthis pressing toward Bab el-Mandeb, raising international concern over freedom of navigation as the Red Sea route for Saudi oil comes under pressure and the Houthis’ advances increasingly threaten critical sea lanes and pipeline infrastructure.

Rachel Meyers Tying these attacks back to Iran through the Houthis shows why the Yemen war needs a stronger diplomatic push.

Biden Bestows Presidential Medal of Freedom to Pope Francis, Calls Him the ‘People’s Pope’ — Jan 12, 2025President Joe Biden awarded the the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Pope Francis on Saturday. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation’s highest civilian honor. According to NPR , the honor was bestowed “with…

Modi Ties BRICS Trade Goals to Secure Sea Lanes and Seafarer Safety — Sep 11, 2026PM Modi used the BRICS Business Forum to stress that global trade hinges on secure sea lanes, open supply routes, and the safety of seafarers, reinforcing India’s commitment to freedom of navigation amid regional tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. He also highlighted BRICS’ growing economic heft, noting the bloc’s combined GDP has expanded nearly four-and-a-half times as it accounts for about 50% of the world’s population, 40% of GDP, and over 25% of global trade, while promoting women entrepreneurs and broader trade collaboration.

Priya Raman BRICS already covers half the world's people and a big share of trade, so stressing seafarer safety alongside economic ties shows real leadership on key issues.

Abortion Rights Group Drops ‘Pro-Choice’ Branding, Rebrands to Reproductive FreedomReporting — Sep 20, 2023The abortion rights group NARAL Pro-Choice America rebranded and changed its name to Reproductive Freedom for All. Reproductive Freedom for All announced in a press release on Wednesday the name change comes after…

Enes Freedom Credits Riley Gaines for Inspiration to Stand Up for Women in SportsReporting — Aug 18, 2023Former Boston Celtics player Enes Kanter Freedom credited swim champ Riley Gaines for inspiring him to speak out against transgender inclusion in women’s sports. In an interview with Fox News Digital, Freedom, 31, said…

Enes Freedom Slams Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports After Being ‘Blackballed’ by NBAReporting — Aug 14, 2023Former Boston Celtics player Enes Kanter Freedom protested biological men being included in women’s sports after being ostracized by the NBA. In a viral tweet, posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, Freedom, 31, stated…

Trump to Mark 9/11 Anniversary at Pentagon — Sep 8, 2026President Trump attended and spoke at 9/11 commemorations, including events at the White House Ellipse and nationwide ceremonies tied to a steel World Trade Center beam that toured the country to honor first responders. In related 9/11 tributes, Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther, announced a new Coast Guard cutter name, and NYC released asbestos-related documents about air conditions after the attacks.