The covert government censorship of public online discourse in ostensibly liberal democracies is set to become overt with the implementation of the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA). Starting from August 25, 2023, major social media platforms will be required to swiftly remove illegal content, hate speech, and disinformation under the risk of substantial fines. The DSA’s impact on the nature of global public discourse on the internet is expected to be significant, as 19 prominent US-based Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) prepare to comply with the act’s provisions.
The archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has sparked a discussion within the Church of England by suggesting that the opening words of the Lord’s Prayer, specifically “Our Father,” may be problematic due to their patriarchal association. Cottrell acknowledged that the term could be unsettling for individuals who have experienced destructive or abusive relationships with their earthly fathers, as well as for those who view patriarchal structures as oppressive. This remark, made during a General Synod meeting, is expected to further highlight the existing divisions within the Church regarding matters of sexuality, identity, and equality. Supporters, including Canon Dr Chris Sugden, argue that Jesus himself encouraged people to pray using the term “our father” in the Bible.
The New College of Florida Board of Trustees is seeking $2 million from the state Legislature to establish a “Freedom Institute” aimed at addressing the perceived issue of “cancel culture” in higher education. The institute’s primary objective is to foster tolerance of opposing viewpoints and encourage civil discourse on college campuses. Interim President Richard Corcoran emphasized the importance of creating true marketplaces of ideas and combating the prevailing cancel culture in higher education. The proposal reflects a nationwide trend of pushing back against the suppression of diverse perspectives within academic environments.
President Joe Biden’s upcoming visit to the UK will include a meeting with The King at Windsor Castle, which was missed during the Coronation in May. Additionally, he will be welcomed by Rishi Sunak, followed by a Nato summit in Lithuania. The summit, held more than 500 days after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, aims to prioritize countering the threat from Russia and safeguarding the entire Euro-Atlantic region. The discussions will focus on strategies to protect and ensure the security of the region amidst ongoing tensions.
Pope Francis has announced the appointment of 21 new cardinals, including prelates from Jerusalem and Hong Kong, where Catholics constitute a minority. This move demonstrates the Pope’s effort to diversify the body of cardinals who will eventually choose his successor. The formal installation ceremony for the new cardinals is scheduled for September 30. Among the chosen cardinals are Archbishop Victor Manuel Fernández, who will lead the Vatican’s office for ensuring doctrinal orthodoxy, and Bishop Stephen Sau-yan Chow from Hong Kong. Monsignor Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and the Vatican’s top official in the Middle East, is also among the appointees.
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