If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. Following his more recent online censorship demands, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is doubling down and has advocated for more stringent controls on what is labeled as “misogynistic” online content. This initiative comes as plans are set for a national cabinet session in 2024 focused on women’s safety, which will address online harassment, among other issues. This move marks another significant focus by the government, ostensibly on enhancing women’s safety, but raising alarms about potential overreach in curtailing free speech, as its other speech-related policies have done. “Young adults should not be coached in disrespect or misogyny by online influencers,” Prime Minister Albanese said. “I understand parents want to protect their kids from harmful material online,” Albanese added. “Social platforms have important social responsibilities and we need them to step up. Taken together, these reforms will give Australian families some of the tools they need to navigate the complexity of the digital world.” The Prime Minister added that the legislation would carry “serious criminal penalties.” The proposed measures include better tracking and monitoring the speech of those considered high-risk or repeat offenders and a drive to significantly reduce the presence of misogynistic content on social media platforms. Communications Minister Michelle Rowland has expressed concern about the widespread dissemination of such content, particularly its impact on young users of social media. “The reality is that digital platforms are influencing our culture and social lives. They have a responsibility to do more to meet community standards,” Rowland said. However, critics argue that the measures could infringe on digital rights and free expression, especially given the opaque nature of the algorithms that determine content dissemination. The Australian government is now leveraging alleged recent incidents of online misogyny as a pretext to potentially expand the powers of the eSafety commissioner under the revised Online Safety Act. This prospect has ignited a heated debate about the balance between safety and freedom on the internet. Just last year, Albanese expressed a desire to ban social media if he had dictatorial powers, particularly in light of challenges with “misinformation.” This statement coincided with parliamentary discussions on a controversial bill, raising alarms about potential government overreach in regulating online speech. Albanese highlighted his frustrations with anonymous “keyboard warriors” who spread false information, disrupting traditional news cycles. More recently, the Prime Minister called for the banning of memes that made fun of him. The post Australian PM Pushes for Crackdown on “Misogynistic” Speech Amid Fears Free Speech Is Fading appeared first on Reclaim The Net.

A kitten and a puppy both rejected from their litter found each other and formed an extraordinary friendship. Two best friendsEmilie RackovanIt all started when a community cat found shelter in her caretaker's garage and gave birth to a litter of seven. Hoping to find the cat a suitable place to raise her kittens, Emilie Rackovan, an animal rescuer, stepped up to help.She secured the mother cat with a humane trap and brought the feline family home to foster them. One of the kittens, Kangaroo, was exceptionally small. The mama cat showed no interest in caring for her, likely trying to preserve energy to ensure the survival of her healthier kittens.Emilie started bottle-feeding the runt, hoping to get her big enough to be reintegrated into the litter. While the kitten cried and demanded a constant companion, another furry baby in the house also needed a friend. Kangaroo was born to a litter of seven and the tiniest of allEmilie RackovanA dog was brought to the local Animal Control (MADACC) while in active labor. "She gave birth to two puppies on the way and the other six once she was at the shelter," Emilie told Love Meow.The shelter wasn't an ideal environment to care for newborn puppies. Emilie was apprised of their situation and didn't hesitate to take them. Possum was about 1/3 the size of her siblings and very underweightEmilie Rackovan"When I picked them up, I realized that Possum (the runt) was about 1/3 of the size of the others and very skinny."The tiny puppy didn't get the attention she needed from her mom, was severely behind in growth, and needed intervention. "I took her in as a bottle baby. The goal was to reunite her with the rest of the puppies, but she's still so small." Emilie RackovanThe two runts craved warmth and companionship, so Emilie decided to pair them up and bottle-feed them around the clock."It's pretty normal for any baby animal to seek comfort in another animal, regardless of species, but it's adorable to see them form this friendship. They love to snuggle and sleep all cozied up to each other." When the two runts found each other, they instantly became inseparable friendsEmilie RackovanEmilie placed them in an incubator since they were too young to regulate their own body temperature.The kitten stopped screaming, and the puppy ceased whimpering once they were together. They instantly gravitated towards each other, nestled in a furry tangle, and eventually drifted off to sleep in a pile. They were bottle-fed around the clock and napped together after each feedingEmilie Rackovan"Now, they only cry when they know it's time for a bottle."The puppy rubs her face against the kitten when she squeaks and doesn't mind when her feline friend climbs all over her. They are so much happier and calmer with a buddy by their side. Emilie RackovanThrough painstaking care, both babies have put on weight and gained strength. Emilie has recently reintegrated Kangaroo into her litter, but the kitten still needs supplemental feedings.Emilie keeps the two friends together at bedtime so they can get their bottle while staying warm and cozy all through the night. They shower each other with snugglesEmilie RackovanThanks to the tireless efforts of their foster mom, the two runts are thriving."Something I love about animals is that they don't care what each other looks like. Sometimes, we just need a friend." Emilie RackovanShare this story with your friends. More on the kitten and the puppy and Emilie's fosters on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Runs Up to Guy Trailing Him Home, Shortly After He Finds Tiny Kittens in His House

A cat emerged from a hole in a wall and into the hearts of the people who opened their home to her. DharaLittle Wanderers NYCA few weeks ago, Little Wanderers NYC was contacted about a stray cat hiding in a hole in a basement. The caller was concerned about the cat's safety and hoped to get her into foster care.Upon receiving the plea, a rescuer rushed to the basement of the building and found the hole in a wall where the calico had taken refuge. When she gently called out to the cat, the calico's face appeared.With some treats and soft words, the cat emerged from the wall and sampled a few kibbles before seeking attention from the rescuer. She was hiding in a hole in a basementLittle Wanderers NYCThe rescuer got the cat into a carrier without a fuss, and off they went to the vet. She was estimated to be two years old and had lived as a stray for quite some time.After getting spayed, fully vetted, and microchipped, Dhara, the cat, headed to her foster home, where a new beginning awaited her. She came out from the wall and received treats from her rescuerLittle Wanderers NYC"Dhara is delightful and very sweet. She gave her rescuer's hand nudges from her carrier on the drive home from her vet appointment," Little Wanderers NYC shared.Jacqueline, a foster volunteer, welcomed the calico into her home and set up a comfy space for her to rest for the night. She was friendly and very sweetLittle Wanderers NYCTo ensure the cat wouldn't feel lonely during her recovery, she gave her a cat plushie with a heartbeat to keep her company.When Dhara saw the snuggle toy, she sat beside it and stretched her arms towards it. Her paws sank into the soft fabric, kneading away while purring up a storm. "Since I put it in, she's been laying next to it making her little biscuits," Jacqueline shared. She made a lot of biscuits when she got her cat plushieJacquelineAfter a few days in a loving home, Dhara became quite the cuddle bug.She craves human companionship, always ready to offer a hug. "She reminds us of a little puppy always checking in with their person and circling back." She's blossomed into a cuddle bugJacqueline"Dhara is friendly and purrs instantly when shown attention. She loves soft pets on the head and chin scratches. She's a chatty Pattie and will give a scratchy meow to get attention.""Her meows don't go above a whisper. She is a snuggle bunny who likes to sit on the couch with me and watch TV." She demands lap time with her foster momJacquelineAfter wandering the streets and taking shelter in a basement, Dhara is excited to have a house to roam around (you can hear her purrs from across the room).Dhara enjoys making biscuits to the sound of the heartbeat of her trusty cat plushie. She loves kneading on her cat plushieJacquelineMost of all, she's delighted to have a loving human who caters to her every whim."She will wrap her paw around your arm and go to sleep. She's a fierce biscuit maker, making about 30 biscuits a day." JacquelineDhara adores being the center of attention, always seeking out the company of her people. She will be a star in her forever family, showering everyone with purrs and unconditional love. JacquelineShare this story with your friends. More on Dhara and Little Wanderers NYC on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Hangs Around Outside a House Every Day Until He Sets Paw Indoors, Being Held in Loving Arms

A kitten and a puppy both rejected from their litter found each other and formed an extraordinary friendship. Two best friendsEmilie RackovanIt all started when a community cat found shelter in her caretaker's garage and gave birth to a litter of seven. Hoping to find the cat a suitable place to raise her kittens, Emilie Rackovan, an animal rescuer, stepped up to help.She secured the mother cat with a humane trap and brought the feline family home to foster them. One of the kittens, Kangaroo, was exceptionally small. The mama cat showed no interest in caring for her, likely trying to preserve energy to ensure the survival of her healthier kittens.Emilie started bottle-feeding the runt, hoping to get her big enough to be reintegrated into the litter. While the kitten cried and demanded a constant companion, another furry baby in the house also needed a friend. Kangaroo was born to a litter of seven and the tiniest of allEmilie RackovanA dog was brought to the local Animal Control (MADACC) while in active labor. "She gave birth to two puppies on the way and the other six once she was at the shelter," Emilie told Love Meow.The shelter wasn't an ideal environment to care for newborn puppies. Emilie was apprised of their situation and didn't hesitate to take them. Possum was about 1/3 the size of her siblings and very underweightEmilie Rackovan"When I picked them up, I realized that Possum (the runt) was about 1/3 of the size of the others and very skinny."The tiny puppy didn't get the attention she needed from her mom, was severely behind in growth, and needed intervention. "I took her in as a bottle baby. The goal was to reunite her with the rest of the puppies, but she's still so small." Emilie RackovanThe two runts craved warmth and companionship, so Emilie decided to pair them up and bottle-feed them around the clock."It's pretty normal for any baby animal to seek comfort in another animal, regardless of species, but it's adorable to see them form this friendship. They love to snuggle and sleep all cozied up to each other." When the two runts found each other, they instantly became inseparable friendsEmilie RackovanEmilie placed them in an incubator since they were too young to regulate their own body temperature.The kitten stopped screaming, and the puppy ceased whimpering once they were together. They instantly gravitated towards each other, nestled in a furry tangle, and eventually drifted off to sleep in a pile. They were bottle-fed around the clock and napped together after each feedingEmilie Rackovan"Now, they only cry when they know it's time for a bottle."The puppy rubs her face against the kitten when she squeaks and doesn't mind when her feline friend climbs all over her. They are so much happier and calmer with a buddy by their side. Emilie RackovanThrough painstaking care, both babies have put on weight and gained strength. Emilie has recently reintegrated Kangaroo into her litter, but the kitten still needs supplemental feedings.Emilie keeps the two friends together at bedtime so they can get their bottle while staying warm and cozy all through the night. They shower each other with snugglesEmilie RackovanThanks to the tireless efforts of their foster mom, the two runts are thriving."Something I love about animals is that they don't care what each other looks like. Sometimes, we just need a friend." Emilie RackovanShare this story with your friends. More on the kitten and the puppy and Emilie's fosters on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Runs Up to Guy Trailing Him Home, Shortly After He Finds Tiny Kittens in His House

A cat emerged from a hole in a wall and into the hearts of the people who opened their home to her. DharaLittle Wanderers NYCA few weeks ago, Little Wanderers NYC was contacted about a stray cat hiding in a hole in a basement. The caller was concerned about the cat's safety and hoped to get her into foster care.Upon receiving the plea, a rescuer rushed to the basement of the building and found the hole in a wall where the calico had taken refuge. When she gently called out to the cat, the calico's face appeared.With some treats and soft words, the cat emerged from the wall and sampled a few kibbles before seeking attention from the rescuer. She was hiding in a hole in a basementLittle Wanderers NYCThe rescuer got the cat into a carrier without a fuss, and off they went to the vet. She was estimated to be two years old and had lived as a stray for quite some time.After getting spayed, fully vetted, and microchipped, Dhara, the cat, headed to her foster home, where a new beginning awaited her. She came out from the wall and received treats from her rescuerLittle Wanderers NYC"Dhara is delightful and very sweet. She gave her rescuer's hand nudges from her carrier on the drive home from her vet appointment," Little Wanderers NYC shared.Jacqueline, a foster volunteer, welcomed the calico into her home and set up a comfy space for her to rest for the night. She was friendly and very sweetLittle Wanderers NYCTo ensure the cat wouldn't feel lonely during her recovery, she gave her a cat plushie with a heartbeat to keep her company.When Dhara saw the snuggle toy, she sat beside it and stretched her arms towards it. Her paws sank into the soft fabric, kneading away while purring up a storm. "Since I put it in, she's been laying next to it making her little biscuits," Jacqueline shared. She made a lot of biscuits when she got her cat plushieJacquelineAfter a few days in a loving home, Dhara became quite the cuddle bug.She craves human companionship, always ready to offer a hug. "She reminds us of a little puppy always checking in with their person and circling back." She's blossomed into a cuddle bugJacqueline"Dhara is friendly and purrs instantly when shown attention. She loves soft pets on the head and chin scratches. She's a chatty Pattie and will give a scratchy meow to get attention.""Her meows don't go above a whisper. She is a snuggle bunny who likes to sit on the couch with me and watch TV." She demands lap time with her foster momJacquelineAfter wandering the streets and taking shelter in a basement, Dhara is excited to have a house to roam around (you can hear her purrs from across the room).Dhara enjoys making biscuits to the sound of the heartbeat of her trusty cat plushie. She loves kneading on her cat plushieJacquelineMost of all, she's delighted to have a loving human who caters to her every whim."She will wrap her paw around your arm and go to sleep. She's a fierce biscuit maker, making about 30 biscuits a day." JacquelineDhara adores being the center of attention, always seeking out the company of her people. She will be a star in her forever family, showering everyone with purrs and unconditional love. JacquelineShare this story with your friends. More on Dhara and Little Wanderers NYC on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Hangs Around Outside a House Every Day Until He Sets Paw Indoors, Being Held in Loving Arms

A kitten and a puppy both rejected from their litter found each other and formed an extraordinary friendship. Two best friendsEmilie RackovanIt all started when a community cat found shelter in her caretaker's garage and gave birth to a litter of seven. Hoping to find the cat a suitable place to raise her kittens, Emilie Rackovan, an animal rescuer, stepped up to help.She secured the mother cat with a humane trap and brought the feline family home to foster them. One of the kittens, Kangaroo, was exceptionally small. The mama cat showed no interest in caring for her, likely trying to preserve energy to ensure the survival of her healthier kittens.Emilie started bottle-feeding the runt, hoping to get her big enough to be reintegrated into the litter. While the kitten cried and demanded a constant companion, another furry baby in the house also needed a friend. Kangaroo was born to a litter of seven and the tiniest of allEmilie RackovanA dog was brought to the local Animal Control (MADACC) while in active labor. "She gave birth to two puppies on the way and the other six once she was at the shelter," Emilie told Love Meow.The shelter wasn't an ideal environment to care for newborn puppies. Emilie was apprised of their situation and didn't hesitate to take them. Possum was about 1/3 the size of her siblings and very underweightEmilie Rackovan"When I picked them up, I realized that Possum (the runt) was about 1/3 of the size of the others and very skinny."The tiny puppy didn't get the attention she needed from her mom, was severely behind in growth, and needed intervention. "I took her in as a bottle baby. The goal was to reunite her with the rest of the puppies, but she's still so small." Emilie RackovanThe two runts craved warmth and companionship, so Emilie decided to pair them up and bottle-feed them around the clock."It's pretty normal for any baby animal to seek comfort in another animal, regardless of species, but it's adorable to see them form this friendship. They love to snuggle and sleep all cozied up to each other." When the two runts found each other, they instantly became inseparable friendsEmilie RackovanEmilie placed them in an incubator since they were too young to regulate their own body temperature.The kitten stopped screaming, and the puppy ceased whimpering once they were together. They instantly gravitated towards each other, nestled in a furry tangle, and eventually drifted off to sleep in a pile. They were bottle-fed around the clock and napped together after each feedingEmilie Rackovan"Now, they only cry when they know it's time for a bottle."The puppy rubs her face against the kitten when she squeaks and doesn't mind when her feline friend climbs all over her. They are so much happier and calmer with a buddy by their side. Emilie RackovanThrough painstaking care, both babies have put on weight and gained strength. Emilie has recently reintegrated Kangaroo into her litter, but the kitten still needs supplemental feedings.Emilie keeps the two friends together at bedtime so they can get their bottle while staying warm and cozy all through the night. They shower each other with snugglesEmilie RackovanThanks to the tireless efforts of their foster mom, the two runts are thriving."Something I love about animals is that they don't care what each other looks like. Sometimes, we just need a friend." Emilie RackovanShare this story with your friends. More on the kitten and the puppy and Emilie's fosters on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Runs Up to Guy Trailing Him Home, Shortly After He Finds Tiny Kittens in His House

A cat emerged from a hole in a wall and into the hearts of the people who opened their home to her. DharaLittle Wanderers NYCA few weeks ago, Little Wanderers NYC was contacted about a stray cat hiding in a hole in a basement. The caller was concerned about the cat's safety and hoped to get her into foster care.Upon receiving the plea, a rescuer rushed to the basement of the building and found the hole in a wall where the calico had taken refuge. When she gently called out to the cat, the calico's face appeared.With some treats and soft words, the cat emerged from the wall and sampled a few kibbles before seeking attention from the rescuer. She was hiding in a hole in a basementLittle Wanderers NYCThe rescuer got the cat into a carrier without a fuss, and off they went to the vet. She was estimated to be two years old and had lived as a stray for quite some time.After getting spayed, fully vetted, and microchipped, Dhara, the cat, headed to her foster home, where a new beginning awaited her. She came out from the wall and received treats from her rescuerLittle Wanderers NYC"Dhara is delightful and very sweet. She gave her rescuer's hand nudges from her carrier on the drive home from her vet appointment," Little Wanderers NYC shared.Jacqueline, a foster volunteer, welcomed the calico into her home and set up a comfy space for her to rest for the night. She was friendly and very sweetLittle Wanderers NYCTo ensure the cat wouldn't feel lonely during her recovery, she gave her a cat plushie with a heartbeat to keep her company.When Dhara saw the snuggle toy, she sat beside it and stretched her arms towards it. Her paws sank into the soft fabric, kneading away while purring up a storm. "Since I put it in, she's been laying next to it making her little biscuits," Jacqueline shared. She made a lot of biscuits when she got her cat plushieJacquelineAfter a few days in a loving home, Dhara became quite the cuddle bug.She craves human companionship, always ready to offer a hug. "She reminds us of a little puppy always checking in with their person and circling back." She's blossomed into a cuddle bugJacqueline"Dhara is friendly and purrs instantly when shown attention. She loves soft pets on the head and chin scratches. She's a chatty Pattie and will give a scratchy meow to get attention.""Her meows don't go above a whisper. She is a snuggle bunny who likes to sit on the couch with me and watch TV." She demands lap time with her foster momJacquelineAfter wandering the streets and taking shelter in a basement, Dhara is excited to have a house to roam around (you can hear her purrs from across the room).Dhara enjoys making biscuits to the sound of the heartbeat of her trusty cat plushie. She loves kneading on her cat plushieJacquelineMost of all, she's delighted to have a loving human who caters to her every whim."She will wrap her paw around your arm and go to sleep. She's a fierce biscuit maker, making about 30 biscuits a day." JacquelineDhara adores being the center of attention, always seeking out the company of her people. She will be a star in her forever family, showering everyone with purrs and unconditional love. JacquelineShare this story with your friends. More on Dhara and Little Wanderers NYC on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Hangs Around Outside a House Every Day Until He Sets Paw Indoors, Being Held in Loving Arms

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