Wednesday, Feb 25

A U.S. judge has blocked the government's search of seized devices belonging to a Washington Post reporter, emphasizing First Amendment protections.

Wednesday, Feb 25

Connor Hellebuyck of Team USA is awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom following the men's hockey team's Olympic gold medal victory.

Wednesday, Feb 18

Gabon has suspended social media access, citing threats to national security amid social unrest and growth in dissent against the new president.

Tuesday, Feb 10

Jimmy Lai, a prominent critic of Beijing, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, igniting international concerns over press freedoms in Hong Kong.

Friday, Feb 06

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai is set to be sentenced on February 9 for national security violations, prompting international outcry.

Thursday, Jan 15

FBI agents raid the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson, raising concerns about press freedom and government transparency.

Saturday, Jan 10

Washington National Opera announces its departure from the Kennedy Center, joining a wave of artist withdrawals amid political controversies.

Wednesday, Dec 24

A graduate teaching assistant at the University of Oklahoma has been removed after giving a failing grade to a student's Bible-based essay on gender.

Tuesday, Dec 16

Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media mogul, was found guilty under the national security law, igniting international calls for his release amid concerns for press freedom.

Friday, Dec 12

Reddit files a legal challenge against Australia's new social media ban for children under 16, arguing it infringes on political communication rights.