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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · 7h ago
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Ohio Republican introduces yet ANOTHER anti-trans bill, this time targeting adult insurance coverage Rep. Josh Williams has introduced over 100 bills in this General Assembly, including 6 targeting LGBTQ+ Ohioans. #gay-ohio #josh-williams #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/05/01/ohio-republican-bill-targeting-adult-insurance-coverage/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · 14h ago
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Minnesota passes ban on fake AI nudes; app makers risk $500K fines More evidence of Grok CSAM seen as Minnesota passes nudifying app ban. #ai #csam #elon-musk #fake-nudes #grok #minnesota #nudifying-apps #policy #x #xai https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/05/minnesota-set-to-be-first-state-to-ban-nudification-apps/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · 6d ago
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Ohio cities, county review conversion therapy bans after SCOTUS ruling Columbus, Cincinnati and Cuyahoga County spokespeople say they are ensuring their ordinances are still enforceable. Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/g9v91 #chiles-v-salazar #conversion-therapy #cuyahoga-county #dwayne-steward #equality-ohio #jon-clark #kelly-woodward #oberlin #pete-shipley #policy-legislation #storm-boyd #us-supreme-court https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/04/27/ohio-scotus-conversion-therapy/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Apr 27, 2026
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Trump fires the entire National Science Board Federal funding for scientific research was already in turmoil. #policy #politics #science https://www.theverge.com/science/918769/trump-fires-the-entire-national-science-board
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Apr 25, 2026
LGBTQ+ Ohioans testify for the first time and encounter ‘bullying’ from the lawmakers elected to represent them They stepped up to respectfully participate in the legislative process and ran headfirst into the ‘truly shameful behavior’ of Republi... Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/517v3 #gay-ohio #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/04/24/lgbtq-ohioans-testify-for-the-first-time/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Apr 13, 2026
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SCOTUS overturns 5th Circuit ruling that told ISP to kick pirates off Internet Supreme Court’s precedent-setting Cox ruling helps Grande beat music piracy claims. Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/t2spq #grande-communications #piracy #policy #supreme-court https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/04/scotus-overturns-5th-circuit-ruling-that-told-isp-to-kick-pirates-off-internet/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Mar 29, 2026
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The sneaky way Trump’s lawyers are supercharging ICE A court just gave awful news to victims of ICE’s occupation of Minneapolis. Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/b65k6 #immigration #policy #politics #supreme-court #us-federal-courts https://www.vox.com/politics/484131/trump-ice-mandatory-detention-minneapolis-supreme-court
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Mar 28, 2026
Republicans bus in anti-trans ‘lesbian Democrats’ to support Ohio bill protecting parents who reject their trans children Wednesday’s hearing featured the claim that gender-affirming care is Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/bhpm3 #alliance-defending-freedom #gay-ohio #hb-693 #heritage-foundation #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/03/27/hb-693-second-hearing/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com · Mar 28, 2026
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The elder care solution that everyone with aging parents should know about As baby boomers age, caregivers are often squeezed caring for parents and children at the same time. They need help. Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/agquh #family #health-care #life #policy #relationships #the-highlight https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/480426/adult-day-care-caregiving-baby-boomers-sandwich-generation
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Mar 24, 2026
The Indian government is considering cutting the content takedown timeline for social media platforms from the current 2-3 hours to just one hour. The proposal comes amid expanded content-blocking powers, with multiple ministries set to issue blocking orders under Section 69A of the IT Act. https://www.medianama.com/2026/03/223-govt-content-takedown-timeline-social-media-1-hr-report/ #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Mar 18, 2026
Karnataka plans to explore collaboration with Japan on smart city initiatives in Bengaluru. The partnership through Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will focus on water, waste, energy management, mobility and disaster management. Japanese companies will partner with cities to design solutions for urban challenges. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-taps-japan-for-bengaluru-smart-city-development/articleshow/129660349.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Mar 10, 2026
MeitY is seeking industry input on plans to slash the data protection compliance timeline to 12 months from 18 months for significant data fiduciaries: The ministry also clarified that social media and online gaming fall under national jurisdiction. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/meity-awaiting-industry-inputs-on-plans-to-slash-timeline-for-data-protection-compliance-secretary-s-krishnan/articleshow/129338088.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Mar 08, 2026
Karnataka becomes first Indian state to ban social media for children under 16. The southern state, home to Bengaluru tech hub, aims to prevent adverse effects of increasing mobile usage on children. Australia became the first country to ban social media for children in December. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-bans-social-media-for-children-under-16/articleshow/129137579.cms #India #Tech #SocialMedia #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Mar 08, 2026
Karnataka becomes first Indian state to ban social media for children under 16: The southern state, home to Bengaluru tech hub, aims to protect children from digital addiction and harmful online content. Australia, Britain and Denmark have similar restrictions. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-bans-social-media-for-children-under-16/articleshow/129137579.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk · Feb 27, 2026
India's tech industry body has called the government's SIM binding directive for messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal 'unconstitutional', saying it exceeds the authority granted by the Telecommunications Act of 2023. The directive requires app-based communication services to be linked to a user's active SIM card. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/centres-sim-binding-directive-on-app-based-messaging-platforms-unconstitutional-tech-industry-body-bif/articleshow/128851975.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@Nonilex@masto.ai · Feb 27, 2026
New #Trump #ACA Plans Increase Family Deductibles to $31,000 The Trump admin is proposing #Obamacare plans that it says will lower #HealthInsurance premiums. But critics warn they will make #healthcare unaffordable. #Republicans #Congress #law #policy #insurance #AffordableCareAct #HealthyIfYoureWealthy #affordability #CostOfLiving #CostOfDying https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/health/obamacare-health-insurance-rollbacks.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share
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@EuroGeosciences@mastodon.social · Feb 23, 2026
👋 Meet Marie Cavitte, #policy officer for the Cryosphere Division, member of the EGU Climate Hazards Task Force, and former Blue Book trainee. Marie shares her experience as a trainee in the Blue Book Traineeship Programme, as well as advice for future applicants. Want to read more? Then head over to our latest #GeoTalk: https://egu.eu/5CGTWX
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@grantdenkinson@mastodonapp.uk · Feb 12, 2026
Video from a good alumni event: Bringing #Birmingham to You: Beautiful #Brains - building #neurodiverse futures https://youtu.be/8Hc19BukDsc "Our panel of academics and lived-experience experts talk about how #neurodiversity can transform #workplace culture, boost resilience, and empowers #inclusive leadership. Explore with us how widening #access to education and the workforce helps address social #inequalities. We share tips and signpost ways to properly support neurodivergent colleagues. And hear how Birmingham researchers are informing national #policy at government level."
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@polity_unofficial@mastodon.africa · Feb 05, 2026
UN rights chief appeals for $400m as crises mount and funding shrinks https://www.polity.org.za/article/un-rights-chief-appeals-for-400m-as-crises-mount-and-funding-shrinks-2026-02-05 #Polity #News #Policy #Politics #Governance #Africa #SouthAfrica
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@polity_unofficial@mastodon.africa · Feb 04, 2026
Congo rebel leader claims responsibility for drone attack on strategic northeast city https://www.polity.org.za/article/congo-rebel-leader-claims-responsibility-for-drone-attack-on-strategic-northeast-city-2026-02-04 #Polity #News #Policy #Politics #Governance #Africa #SouthAfrica
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