The platform remained inaccessible to users but government officials refused to acknowledge any restrictions, until now.
State-linked Sixth Tone news outlet, known for its coverage of socioeconomic issues, comes under scrutiny.
The advisory board has told Meta the ban on the word, meaning ‘martyr’, restricts free expression and is unnecessary.
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The US has moved a step closer to banning TikTok after a vote in Congress.
An Al Jazeera social media experiment tests whether some platforms discriminate against pro-Palestinian, Arabic content.
Platform takes down certain accounts and posts following the government order, adding that it disagrees with the action.
The social media platform continues to remain inaccessible to users since Saturday amid protests against vote fraud.
Days after its X account was blocked, Indians can no longer access the US-based website, which tracks hate crimes.
Opposition lawmakers and rights groups say the legislation will stifle debate ahead of elections.
Mentega Terbang, about a teenager exploring religion, was banned in September after criticism from conservative Muslims.
Sacked last month, Antoinette Lattouf joined the ranks of journalists dismissed for expressing support for Palestinians.
Atal gets eight-month suspended sentence for reposting video the 27-year-old said he did not fully watch before sharing.
Exploring how Instagram and TikTok influencers shape narratives in Israel’s war on Gaza.
We compile our reporting on Israel’s war on Gaza – documenting the information war as it has played out since October 7.
