Will Philippines’ Marcos Jnr form social media regulatory board for ‘anti-government propaganda’ clampdown?

Such misinformation poses a “clear and present danger” to Filipinos, said Dr. Michael Raymond Aragon, head of the Society of Social Media Broadcasters. Customers at a cafe at Cebu IT Park in Cebu City. Section 154 of the Philippines’ penal code penalises the publication of false news that endangers public order or harms the state’s … Read more

2 journalists in detention in Tunisia as authorities launch wave of arrests against critics

Tunisia’s President Kais Saied speaks during a media conference at an EU Africa summit in Brussels, on Feb 18, 2022. (AP) TUNIS, Tunisia, May 16, (AP): Two journalists were kept under detention in Tunisia on Wednesday, following a raft of arrests targeting government critics including lawyers and the press that has drawn concern from the … Read more

International students risk immigration status to engage in Gaza protests | Israel War on Gaza News

New York, New York – Israel’s war in Gaza is personal for Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil. A 29-year-old Palestinian refugee raised in Syria, Khalil wanted to get involved in the on-campus activism against the war, but he was nervous. Khalil faced a dilemma common to international students: He was in the United States on … Read more

Campus protests on Gaza call for schools to divest from Israel—How it would work

Student protests against the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict have brought battalions of police in riot gear to college campuses, enraged some billionaire donors, and led to canceled graduation ceremonies. One constant refrain at these protests is the call for college endowment funds to divest from Israel and the many American companies that do business there. Tech … Read more

Gum tree in Alexander Heights worth $20k gathers 7000 signatures to reverse council decision to remove it

An online petition to save a large residential gum tree in Alexander Heights set for removal by council has collected almost 7000 signatures. The gum tree on Cordelia Place was one of three trees petitioned by the resident of the address and surrounding residents to be removed by the council, attracting 11 signatures. At the … Read more

South Australian man Troy Smith in Indonesian custody on drugs charges

An Australian man has reportedly been arrested in Bali on drugs charges. 7 News reports Troy Smith, from Port Lincoln in South Australia, was arrested on the Indonesian island while on holiday with his wife. It is alleged Mr Smith was carrying 3.5g of methamphetamine. Camera IconIndonesian police have reportedly arrested Troy Smith on drugs … Read more

Bodies of three hostages, including Shani Louk, recovered by Israeli forces in Gaza, officials say

The bodies of three hostages who were taken in the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas in Israel have been recovered in the southern city of Rafah in Gaza, an Israeli military spokesperson said on Friday.  The Israel Defense Forces recovered the bodies of Shani Louk, a 22-year-old German-Israeli; Amit Buskila, 28; and Itshak Gelernter, 56, … Read more

ea college football 25: EA College Football 25 trailer brings back college football: Game release date, features & more

Electronic Art has revealed i has revealed its first college football game’s trailer and sporting fans and gamers cannot hold their excitement. College Football 25’s trailer speaks of unparalleled sporting action and immeasurable fun. If you are currently in a professional sphere, you can easily relish your college days with your friends with EA College … Read more

Michelin Guide awards stars to 18 restaurants in Mexico, including 1 with a California tie

For the first time in its 124-year history, Michelin has announced a restaurant guide for Mexico. The inaugural directory awarded 18 stars to restaurants in Baja California, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Nuevo Léon Oaxaca and Quintana Roo — 16 spots nabbed one star and two restaurants received two stars. Two Mexico restaurants, lauded by Michelin … Read more