In spite of the release of some pro-Morsi protesters, Egyptian activists worry that the state is as brutal as ever, says Shahira Amin
Egypt: ‘Authorities will stop at nothing to silence dissent’
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Gender segregation is so last century
Why does it feel like England’s universities are swinging back in the wrong direction on gender equality? Rachael Jolley asks
While you weren’t looking, France passed sweeping surveillance laws
European governments can’t keep their eyes off our data, says Padraig Reidy
Japan’s designated secrets bill – the sound of the jackboots
Japan’s new secrecy law is yet another disturbing symptom of the country’s rising militarism, broadening the government’s power to classify state secrets amidst increased belligerence in the region. Saul Takahashi reports for Open Democracy
UK campus protests: Who said what?
Your guide to the controversy surrounding recent demonstrations at Sussex University and the University of London
A complete guide to who controls the Russian news media
Today’s surprise announcement out of Russia: The Russian government was shuttering external-facing news agencies Ria Novosti and Voice of Russia. But inside Russia, a growing web of cross ownership colours the way Russians view their neighbours. Olga Khvostunova explains in her report for Interpreter Magazine
Radio prank expands Australia’s broadcasting authority remit
A radio prank that lead to tragic consequences may end up expanding Australia’s broadcast authority’s powers. Helen Clark reports
Canada: Legislation limits free speech for journalists
Canadian journalists will face fines for commenting on the striking action of trade unionists under new legislation passed in Alberta.
Father of the Rainbow Nation
This is the moment to remember massive changes in South African life that are Nelson Mandela’s legacy says Rachael Jolley
Oliver Tambo: “We have never ever doubted that apartheid will crumble some day”
Index on Censorship takes a look back through our archive at the African National Congress and apartheid in South Africa through an interview with Oliver Tambo from 1986.