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Zuckerberg alleges Biden administration pressured Meta for censorship

Zuckerberg claims Biden officials pressured Meta to censor truthful vaccine discussions; jokes it led to 2024 election loss.

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Zuckerberg claims Biden officials pressured Meta to censor truthful vaccine discussions.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed in an interview with Joe Rogan that his employees faced significant pressure from the Biden administration to censor content on social media platforms.

Zuckerberg said that during the administration’s vaccine rollout, his team was urged to remove truthful statements regarding vaccine side effects. He insisted that Meta would not comply with demands to take down accurate information.

He described instances where representatives from the Biden administration would contact Meta and aggressively demand censorship, leading to conflicts between the company and the government.

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Zuckerberg expressed concern over what he termed “government censorship,” stating that the government’s actions violated First Amendment rights. He highlighted that while companies are not bound by free speech, the government is not permitted to exert control over speech.

He also commented on the political ramifications of this pressure, joking that officials who pushed for censorship contributed to their party’s loss in the 2024 election.

Zuckerberg’s comments come as Meta is shifting its content moderation policies to enhance free expression across its platforms, admitting that its moderation practices have been excessive. This change signals a significant adjustment in how the company approaches content management moving forward.

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U.S. – India trade deal cuts tariffs and reshapes global energy flows

US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

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US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

The United States has reduced tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent following a landmark trade agreement. This move comes after months of trade tensions between the two nations and is seen as a major win for India’s economy.

Under the deal, India will end its purchases of Russian oil while increasing imports of U.S. energy and other products. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the agreement, saying it will strengthen India’s economic growth and global trade relationships.

Following the announcement, U.S.-listed shares of major Indian companies have seen positive movement, signalling investor confidence in the trade deal.

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Iran orders nuclear talks with the U.S. as tensions rise at home and abroad

Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

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Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

Iran’s President has ordered the resumption of nuclear negotiations with the United States, with talks expected to take place in Turkey in the coming weeks.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says regional countries will help facilitate the discussions, signalling a renewed diplomatic push after years of stalled engagement and rising tensions.

Despite the move, officials warn the talks won’t be easy, with deep disagreements still unresolved on both sides.


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Trump responds as Kristi Noem mandates body cameras for federal officers in Minneapolis

Trump advocates body cameras for police to prevent false claims; Noem mandates all federal officers in Minneapolis to wear them.

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Trump advocates body cameras for police to prevent false claims; Noem mandates all federal officers in Minneapolis to wear them.


Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has ordered body cameras for all federal agents in Minneapolis following public outrage over the deaths of two U.S. citizens at the hands of immigration officers. Donald Trump says body cameras help prevent false claims against police.

The policy change comes as videos and eyewitness accounts have challenged official narratives and fuelled demands for transparency and reform.


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