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Majority of attempts to ban books in US come from organised groups, not parents

Last year 72% of demands to censor books were initiated by pressure groups and government entities; with just 16% of ban attempts made by parents

The Guardian - UK

George M. Johnson's 'All Boys Aren't Blue' tops 2024 list of most 'challenged' US library books

The American Library Association has unveiled the 10 most “challenged books” of 2024

The Independent UK

The case for saving America's libraries

America needs "third places" like our libraries more than we ever have, both functionally and philosophically

Salon

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‘Blatantly racist’: ABC arguing Lattouf must prove Middle Eastern races exist angers cultural groups

Arab Council Australia calls broadcaster’s legal defence ‘disturbing’, while Australian Lebanese Association notes ‘irony’ considering nature of case

The Guardian - AU

Achieving Professionalism in the Water Safety Career

A Lifeguard's Path to Excellence Water safety professionals, particularly lifeguards, play a critical role in ensuring the safety of swimmers and beachgoers. Their responsibility is tremendous, going from implementing safety rules to responding ...

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Spain Fines 'Abusive' Budget Airlines 179 Mn Euros

Spain's leftist government said Friday it has fined five budget airlines including Ryanair and EasyJet 179 million euros ($187 million) for "abusive practices" such as charging passengers for hand luggage.

International Business Times

Michael O'Leary blasts 1960s law as Spain fines Ryanair €108 million

O'Leary called the fine by Spain's consumer rights ministry "unlawful and baseless" after an appeal was rejected.

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Qualcomm accuses Arm of anticompetitive conduct as its license is terminated due to 'repeated material breaches of Arm's license agreement'

Arm confirms revocation of license from Qualcomm as Qualcomm accuses Arm of anticompetitive conduct.

Tom’s Hardware

Vanderbilt’s Shocking Upset of Alabama Is a Celebration for All of College Football

Here was irrefutable proof the Nick Saban era is over for the Crimson Tide: an uninspired loss to a team that had never beaten a top-five opponent.

Sports Illustrated

What to know about Banned Books Week

From September 22-28, the American Library Association will hold its annual effort to combat challenges to books

Salon

Former Kentucky governor’s son claims he adopted him for ‘public image’ - then abandoned him in Jamaica

No one came to pick up Noah after the troubled teen facility in Jamaica was raided

The Independent UK

Spain wants to put a stop to Ryanair and easyJet’s ‘abusive’ extra fees. Will others follow?

Other European countries are expected to follow suit and to punish the ‘abusive practices’

The Independent UK

EasyJet and Ryanair hit with £127million fine for taking advantage of fliers

It follows a lengthy campaign by consumer groups in Spain

Evening Standard

Spain fines budget airlines €150m over ‘abusive’ cabin bag and seat charges

Carriers including easyJet and Ryanair face being banned from charging for carry-on luggage

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Museum loses anti-discrimination case – as it happened

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Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #102

Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board politics and governance.

WEKU

American Library Association report says book challenges soared in 2023

Overall, the number of individual titles challenged in both school and public libraries spiked by 65% — the highest level ever recorded by the ALA.

The Guardian - US

Book bans in US schools and libraries surged to record highs in 2023

Though the list is broad, many of the 4,240 books were targeted because they related to issues of LGBTQ+ communities or race

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In Georgia, a bill to cut all ties with the American Library Association is advancing

Several other states have made moves to disassociate from the nation's oldest library professional association. But Georgia's bill, the first of its kind in the nation, goes further than the others.

Salon

Libs of TikTok joins Okla. library panel

Education chief actively integrating extremist right-wing ideologies into state's education system, critics say

The Guardian - US

Books and looks: gen Z is ‘rediscovering’ the public library

Young people are using the hallowed institutions at higher rates than older generations. And they’re not just there to read

The Guardian - AU

MDMA overdose: nine people hospitalised after Melbourne music festival had severe hyperthermia

Authorities believe extreme heat and physical activity, rather than a single bad batch, exacerbated drug’s impact at Hardmission

Salon

Mass. cop searches class for single book

“These are the tactics of a police state," ACLU attorney warns

The Guardian - AU

Two in five Australians had flight cancelled or delayed over 12 months, survey says

Choice poll claims fewer than half of all flight refunds are received within a month

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Talea West Village wins Best Bar at the Wallpaper* Design Awards 2024

Talea West Village by Alda Ly Architecture is a haven for women and LGBTQ+ communities

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