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RFE/RL journalists report the news in 22 countries where a free press is banned by the government or not fully established, including Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Russia.
Kyrgyz Ministry Reportedly Asks Internet Providers To Limit TikTok Accessibility.
Media reports in Kyrgyzstan cited the Digital Development Ministry as saying that it had instructed Internet providers to limit access to TikTok as of April 18. The ministry reportedly explained the move by citing a letter by the State Committee for National Security expressing concerns over the content on TikTok that may negatively affect children. In November, Kyrgyzstan's Culture Ministry blocked access to TikTok, citing the platform's effect on the mental health of children. TikTok was later unblocked after talks were held between the video-hosting serice and Kyrgyz authorities. To read the original story by RFE/RL's Kyrgyz Service, click here .
Georgian 'Foreign Agent' Bill Would Hamper NGOs, OSCE Official Warns.
Civil society in Georgia will be “negatively” impacted if parliament approves a so-called “foreign agents” bill that has sparked huge protests in the capital of Tbilisi and called into question the Caucasus nation’s further path towards membership...
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Secret Documents Show Iranian Forces Assaulted And Molested Teen Killed In Custody, Says BBC.
"Highly confidential" documents uncovered by British broadcaster BBC indicate that Nika Shakarami, a 17-year-old Iranian protester, was sexually assaulted and killed after being detained by security forces during unrest sparked by the Women, Freed...
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Atomic Watchdog Chief Set To Visit Iran On May 6-8
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi is scheduled to visit Iran to take part in a nuclear conference from May 6-8 and meet Iranian officials, Iran's semiofficial Mehr news agency said on April 30.
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Kyiv Dismantles Monument Honoring Centuries-Old Russian-Ukrainian Agreement.
Kyiv authorities on April 30 started dismantling a monument honoring the Pereyaslav Agreement signed in 1654 at talks organized for the Ukrainian Cossack state’s ceremonial pledge of alliance to the Russian tsar.
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5 Russians Suspected Of Arson Attack On Helicopter Arrested.
A Moscow court on April 30 ordered pretrial detention for at least two months for five young people suspected of an arson attack on a Ka-32 helicopter in the Russian capital's outskirts.
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High school seniors choosing between traditional college or trade schools.
As tuition and other costs for a four-year college degree soar, many Gen Zers are staying away from traditional colleges and joining trade schools and apprenticeships. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live...
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Sparks fly as power lines hit by tornado in China
Several people were killed and dozens injured after a powerful tornado hit Guangzhou in China, according to Chinese state media. #CNN #News
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McConnell doesn’t say whether he’ll vote for Trump: I said ‘I would support the nominee’.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) joins Meet the Press to discuss his endorsement of Donald Trump — and whether his “support” actually includes voting for the former president in November. » Subscribe to NBC News: NBC News Digital is ...
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McConnell says federal abortion legislation in ‘any direction’ could not get enough Senate votes.
During an interview with Meet the Press, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) says he’s “not advocating” for anything at the federal level on the abortion issue. » Subscribe to NBC News: NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and...
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'PICK AND CHOOSE': America is stretched too thin, says GOP Sen.
Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, discusses Ukraine aid, the Biden administration's handling of the Hamas hostages, anti-Israel protests on college campuses and his support for Trump. #foxnews Subscribe to Fox News! Watch more Fox News Video: Watch Fox New...
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Thousands of fans head to West Midlands to watch professional video gamers.
The slick world of esports came to the Resorts World Arena for ESL One Birmingham. 15,000 fans from across the world watched as teams battled it out - virtually. Read more: #gaming #technology #uknews SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more vide...
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