Trump, when asked by Reuters’ Jeff Mason in the Oval Office if he sees a difference between “cancel culture and consequence culture,” claimed to be a “very strong person for free speech” before ...

President Donald Trump praised Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk’s legacy Sunday, calling him a "martyr for American freedom." "I know I speak for everyone here today when I say that none of us ...

A Democratic pundit on CNN raved about Erika Kirk’s memorial speech for her slain husband, Charlie, in front of tens of thousands of people at State Farm Stadium in Arizona Sunday. Xochitl Hinojosa, ...

To the editor: During a turbulent time in America’s history, there has been much talk about what defines free speech. A prominent individual who swore an allegiance to the concept, yet who in practice ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Attorney General Pam Bondi sparked controversy after declaring that the Trump administration would be “targeting” hate speech, which she initially distinguished from free speech. In an interview with ...

Premier David Eby says his office is cutting back on costs as he responds to claims by the Opposition B.C. Conservatives that his government is spending up to $450,000 for Vancouver-based comedian ...

The central theme of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two speeches in Manipur – delivered 60 kilometres apart in areas dominated by two communities in conflict – was the need to ensure that the ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nate Bargatze, the host of this year's Emmy Awards, kicked off the ceremony Sunday with a string of jokes poking fun at the television industry. The show opened with a sketch where ...

Gabe Newell’s deadpan wit stole the show at The International 2025, as the Valve co-founder reminded fans why he still plays Dota 2 every day. Dota 2's saviour Gabe Newell delivered an unforgettable ...