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🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Epos 257 has emerged from anonymity. Mánes is changing into an asphalt jungle

The article discusses the emergence of the Epos 257 art initiative in the context of urban development in Mánes, Czechia.

Feb 27 • 09:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Queen Camilla hosts Gisèle Pelicot in London

French feminist icon Gisèle Pelicot met with Queen Camilla in London after publicly rejecting anonymity during her rapists' trial.

Feb 23 • 20:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

US congressional committee: EU officials have no right to anonymity

A US congressional committee has stated that EU officials should not have the right to anonymity amidst a report disclosing the names of officials involved in EU digital regulation.

Feb 23 • 12:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Merz: 'Let's put an end to anonymity on the internet'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz advocates for mandatory use of real names online to ensure transparency and protect free society.

Feb 19 • 14:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The End of Anonymity on the Streets? Great Controversies Surrounding Meta's Glasses

A new feature called 'Name Tag' for Meta's glasses could potentially allow users to identify people on the street, sparking considerable controversy regarding privacy and anonymity.

Feb 17 • 10:33 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

My escort is a spy who obtains secrets from politicians

An escort reveals her experiences spying on politicians while maintaining anonymity for her safety.

Feb 14 • 09:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

South American country limits phone lines to 7 per person to combat insecurity

Peru has implemented a regulation limiting individuals to a maximum of seven mobile phone lines to combat crime and reduce anonymity in telecommunications.

Feb 13 • 15:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Real Name Requirement: What Freedom Do We Want?

The article discusses the implications of a real name requirement for online interactions, questioning its impact on democracy and freedom of expression.

Feb 13 • 14:18 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Civil organizations, specialists, and senators warn that 'faceless judges' violate international standards

Civil organizations, justice specialists, and opposition senators oppose the proposal to allow the anonymity of judges in organized crime cases, arguing it violates international standards and could lead to abuse.

Feb 12 • 20:32 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Should the Names of Disaster Victims Remain Anonymous? 'The Agreement of the Bereaved' and the Media Over Time

The article discusses the ethical considerations regarding the anonymity of disaster victims' names in memorials, emphasizing the importance of consent from their families in the context of disaster reporting and remembrance.

Feb 11 • 05:32 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Tanzania: barely resumed, the trial of opponent Tundu Lissu is immediately postponed

The trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, initially resumed this week, has been postponed to February 11 due to unresolved issues regarding witness anonymity.

Feb 9 • 22:28 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Thousands of Epstein documents removed after criticism from victims

The U.S. Justice Department has removed thousands of Epstein documents due to insufficient anonymization of Jeffrey Epstein's victims, which has jeopardized the identities of nearly 100 individuals.

Feb 4 • 05:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil Police of DF launches channel for reporting theft and robbery of energy cables; see how to access

The Civil Police of the Federal District has launched an anonymous reporting channel for theft and robbery of electrical cables, ensuring the anonymity of the informant and optimizing investigative efforts.

Feb 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Why do ICE thugs wear masks?: Sovereignty is who decides on anonymity

The article discusses the masked appearance of ICE agents under Gregory Bovino, highlighting the authoritarian message of their anonymity and comparing it to Gestapo tactics.

Feb 1 • 19:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

'Anonymity online is an illusion': NSW teen charged over alleged mass shooting hoax in US

A New South Wales teenager has been charged for allegedly making false emergency calls about mass shootings in the US, a practice known as 'swatting'.

Jan 13 • 01:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Objection Exclusive: Why a Requirement for Real Names is Not a Good Idea

The push for real-name requirements on social media is criticized as excessive, arguing that abolishing online anonymity does not address the underlying issues of harsh interactions.

Jan 8 • 16:44 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

The end of anonymity on social networks? 'Sometimes it can be vital,' warns journalist Koubský

Journalist Koubský raises concerns about the potential loss of anonymity on social media and its implications for individuals' safety.

Jan 2 • 14:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

From Anonymity to Right-Wing Star: How Nick Shirley Conquered Social Media

Nick Shirley, a 23-year-old MAGA journalist, quickly rose to internet fame within a week, gaining substantial support and followers, boosted by notable figures like Elon Musk and JD Vance.

Dec 30 • 06:58 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

„Many understandable reasons for the desire for anonymity“ – Hubig rejects mandatory real-name policy

German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig opposes the proposed mandatory real-name policy online, citing many justifiable reasons for the need for anonymity, against the voices of some politicians and legal experts advocating for such a requirement.

Dec 27 • 13:46 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

“Anonymity and Pseudonyms Protect Divergent Opinions”

Norbert Bolz argues that pseudonyms safeguard nonconformist thoughts in contrast to Andreas Voßkuhle's proposal for real-name requirements on the internet.

Dec 27 • 08:41 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"Anonymity Protects Divergent Opinions"

Media scholar Norbert Bolz argues that pseudonyms allow for the exploration of nonconformist ideas, countering former Constitutional Court President Andreas Voßkuhle's advocacy for real-name requirements on the internet.

Dec 27 • 08:41 UTC

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