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In massive censorship move, Pakistan blocks 20,000 “objectionable” sites

The government fears continued aftershocks from the controversial anti-Muslim film "Innocence of Muslims."

On Oct 9, 2012 by Chase Hoffberger

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Russia blocks “Innocence of Muslims,” may ban YouTube entirely

Because of a censorship bill that takes effect next month, banning the controversial anti-Islamic video may be the first step to shutting down YouTube in Russia.

On Oct 2, 2012 by Chase Hoffberger

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Australian emergency service sites defaced in Muslim protest

The attack was an apparent retaliation for Australia's decision not to censor "The Innocence of Muslims."

On Oct 2, 2012 by Chase Hoffberger

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Video that sparked riots killing U.S. ambassador to remain on YouTube

But does it violate YouTube's community guidelines?

On Sep 12, 2012 by Kevin Morris

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Islamic extremists turn to Twitter for recruiting, propaganda

Intelligence experts monitoring the extremist Twitter accounts say there's little to gain from shutting them down.

On Aug 30, 2012 by Kris Holt

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Muslim-focused social network set to launch in November

Salam World, founded in Indonesia, aims to supplement Facebook while respecting Islamic culture.

On Aug 14, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky

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Egypt arrests another Facebook user for blasphemy

Accuser alleges Bishoy Kamel insulted his family and disrespected the prophet Muhammad.

On Aug 2, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Twitter project aims to help Muslims keep Ramadan

A new Russian-language Twitter feed, Ramazan Time, offers reminders about Ramadan fasting times, along with Koran verses and quotes from Mohammed.

On Jul 24, 2012 by Michelle Jaworski

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Death threats force sex-positive blogger underground

Laci Green's Sex+ series is officially on hiatus after she started receiving hate mail about an old video.

On Jul 10, 2012 by Lauren Rae Orsini

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Indonesian man imprisoned for atheist Facebook comments

Alexander Aan, 30, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for sharing his atheist and anti-Islamic beliefs online.

On Jun 15, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Turkish pianist investigated for irreverent tweets

Fazil Say could face up to three years in prison if found guilty of  insulting religious values and inciting the public toward hostility.

On Apr 12, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Saudi journalist’s tweets yield death threats

Hamza Kashgari's pretend conversation with Islam's holy figure led to his arrest.

On Feb 10, 2012 by Fernando Alfonso III

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Lowe’s blow: Everyone has an opinion about “All-American Muslim”

By apologizing for courting controversy, the home-improvement chain just drew more.

On Dec 14, 2011 by Justin Franz

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Islamic twist to China’s digital divorce drama

Li Yang, the "Crazy English" founder, has enraged fans by announcing a conversion to the Muslim faith.

On Nov 7, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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YouTube helps make Islamic pilgrimage virtual

In conjunction with the Saudi Ministry of Culture and Information, YouTube plans to live-stream the Hajj tomorrow.

On Nov 4, 2011 by Fruzsina Eördögh