Joining us now, a Democratic member of the Commerce Committee, Senator Ed Marky of Massachusetts. He participated in that hearing. It's always good to see you, Senator, and I wonder if you heard anything today that alleviates concerns of either government censorship or first amendment freedoms.>> Well, obviously the first amendment is the beating heart of our democracy. The freedom of speech, the freedom of press. uh it is essential that those principles be protected.So today I gave chairman Carr two opport ...

"I acquired 𝕏 in order to preserve Freedom of Speech in America, The First Amendment, and I am gonna stick to that, and if that means making less money, so be it."-Elon Musk https://t.co/mCEQ32vBQw ...

RT Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (@teslaownersSV)Elon Musk dropping straight facts on the EU’s war against free speech 🔥“The European Commission offered 𝕏 an illegal secret deal: if we quietly censored speech without telling anyone, they would not fine us. The other platforms accepted that deal. 𝕏 did not.”“The “EU” imposed this crazy fine not just on @X, but also on me personally, which is even more insane!”“I love Europe, but not the bureaucratic monster that is the EU.”“The EU should be abolished and sover ...

RT Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (@teslaownersSV)"I acquired 𝕏 in order to preserve Freedom of Speech in America, The First Amendment, and I am gonna stick to that, and if that means making less money, so be it."Elon Musk https://t.co/fSz7aQvwKs ...

"I acquired 𝕏 in order to preserve Freedom of Speech in America, The First Amendment, and I am gonna stick to that, and if that means making less money, so be it."Elon Musk https://t.co/fSz7aQvwKs ...

RT Tommy Robinson 🇬🇧 (@TRobinsonNewEra)The EU having the audacity to threaten to FINE 𝕏 for refusing to censor the European people.The same EU which fines Hungary EVERY DAY for refusing to let invaders into their country.Tyrants working against Europeans.Dismantle them. https://t.co/lbZd6brF2l ...

RT Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox)REPORT: Canada just crossed a line that should terrify every free nation. A new bill would let the government instantly cut off your internet, phone, and even your online banking—simply for saying the “wrong thing.”If passed, Canada’s Industry Minister could declare your words a “threat” and erase your digital existence without warning. No court order. No appeal. And the most chilling part? It can all be done in secret—you wouldn’t even be allowed to say it happened.This is t ...

Joining me now is Jennifer Finny Boland. She's the Pen America Board of Trustees President. The Prof.. She's a professor. She's an advocate and the author of 19 books including Good Boy, My Life in Seven Dogs, which we featured as part of our band book club. Uh Jennifer, great to see you.Thank you for being with us. >> Hi Ally. It's great to be back.I'm I'm sorry that we have to talk again uh and that we have to talk about this, but uh your report, your important report found what what you call a disturbing ...

Core Viewpoint - Nexstar Media Group will restore "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to its 24 ABC affiliates, ending a preemption that lasted five days due to a controversial comment made by Kimmel regarding the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk [1][2]. Group 1: Decision and Impact - The decision to restore the show followed a similar action by Sinclair, affecting about one-quarter of ABC's total footprint [2]. - Major markets that have regained access to Kimmel include Washington, D.C., Seattle, St. Louis, Nashville, and Portland, OR [4]. - Kimmel's return drew over 6 million viewers on its first night back, nearly four times its average audience, despite the absence of Sinclair and Nexstar affiliates [6][9]. Group 2: Financial Considerations - "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" generated approximately $70 million in ad revenue in 2025 prior to the suspension, highlighting its significance for local TV stations [8]. - The ad inventory from the show is considered valuable for small and medium-sized businesses, which are crucial for local television [8]. Group 3: Regulatory and Political Context - The preemption of Kimmel's show was influenced by external pressures, including threats from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and political attacks from former President Trump [5]. - Both Nexstar and Sinclair emphasized that their decisions were independent of government influence, as they seek to maintain favorable relations with the Trump administration and the FCC [8].

Impact of Social Media on Pashtun Youth - Social media has transformed the identities of Pashtun youth by integrating and sharing content among virtual communities [1] - Social media provides a platform for youth to express their opinions, offering a sense of identity and freedom of speech [2] - Social media debates often revolve around unproductive or sensitive topics, potentially leading to image destruction without full understanding [12] - Social media is connecting Pashtun youth with international communities, fostering integration and cultural exchange [16][17] Concerns and Challenges - Traditional Pashtun values like respect, privacy, and appropriate language are being impacted by social media use [3] - Traditional gatherings and learning from elders are being replaced by continuous personal updates and competition on social media [4][5] - Youth are losing command of nonverbal communication skills due to excessive text-based communication [7] - Youth are linking their identity and progress solely to social media, neglecting other important aspects of personal development [9] - Social spying is prevalent, and youth may unknowingly share information with individuals who have bad intentions [14][15] - Youth are not verifying the authenticity of content before sharing, which can lead to the spread of harmful information [18][19] Recommendations - Youth should focus on using social media for cultural heritage protection and positive engagement in social and cultural growth at a global level [17] - Youth should avoid cyberbullying and be cautious about sharing unverified content [18][19] - Youth should be mindful of how their social media activity shapes their image and character [19][20][21] - Youth should consider whether they are using social media or being used by it, emphasizing mindful and balanced usage [24]