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Social media platform X on Saturday (Aug 17) said it was shutting down its operations in Brazil "effective immediately" following "censorship orders" from Brazilian judge Alexandre de Moraes.

The firm, owned by US billionaire Elon Musk, claimed its representative in the South American country was threatened by the Supreme Court judge with legal action if it did not comply with legal orders to take down some content.

"Moraes has chosen to threaten our staff in Brazil rather than respect the law or due process," X's Global Government Affairs account posted.&nbsp;

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"As a result, to protect the safety of our staff, we have made the decision to close our operation in Brazil, effective immediately," the statement added.

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<h2>Dispute between X and Judge Alexandre de Moraes</h2>

Earlier this year,&nbsp;Moraes ordered X to take down accounts accused of posting fake news and spreading hatred&nbsp;during the regime of former&nbsp;President Jair Bolsonaro.

Musk called the order "unconstitutional,"&nbsp;and moved to unblock the previously-banned accounts. Following this,&nbsp;Moraes ordered an inquiry into the US billionaire.

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But later, an X representative told the Supreme Court that it would comply with the legal ruling and block the accounts.

However, in&nbsp;April this year, X lawyers argued that&nbsp;"operational faults" allowed some banned accounts to stay afloat on the social media platform, leading to a partial implementation of the top court's order.

(With inputs from agencies)

Social media platform X on Saturday (Aug 17) said it was shutting down its operations in Brazil "effective immediately" following "censorship orders" from Brazilian judge Alexandre de Moraes.

Social media platform X on Saturday (Aug 17) said it was shutting down its operations in Brazil "effective immediately" following "censorship orders" from Brazilian judge Alexandre de Moraes. The firm, owned by US billionaire Elon Musk, claimed its representative in the South American country was threatened by the Supreme Court judge with legal action if it did not comply with legal orders to take down some content. "Moraes has chosen to threaten our staff in Brazil rather than respect the law or due process," X's Global Government Affairs account posted. Also read: Grok or Gross? Elon Musk`s new AI photo tool generates deepfakes of Taylor Swift, Kamala Harris "As a result, to protect the safety of our staff, we have made the decision to close our operation in Brazil, effective immediately," the statement added. Last night, Alexandre de Moraes threatened our legal representative in Brazil with arrest if we do not comply with his censorship orders. He did so in a secret order, which we share here to expose his actions. Despite our numerous appeals to the Supreme Court not being heard,… pic.twitter.com/Pm2ovyydhE — Global Government Affairs (@GlobalAffairs) August 17, 2024 × In a post on X, Musk dubbed Justice Alexandre as an "utter disgrace." "Due to demands by 'Justice' Alexandre in Brazil that would require us to break (in secret) Brazilian, Argentinian, American and international law, 𝕏 has no choice but to close our local operations in Brazil. He is an utter disgrace to justice," wrote Musk. Due to demands by “Justice” @Alexandre in Brazil that would require us to break (in secret) Brazilian, Argentinian, American and international law, 𝕏 has no choice but to close our local operations in Brazil. He is an utter disgrace to justice. https://t.co/yAvX1TpuRp — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 17, 2024 × Dispute between X and Judge Alexandre de Moraes Earlier this year, Moraes ordered X to take down accounts accused of posting fake news and spreading hatred during the regime of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Musk called the order "unconstitutional," and moved to unblock the previously-banned accounts. Following this, Moraes ordered an inquiry into the US billionaire. Also read: Donald Trump`s interview with Elon Musk on X hit by `massive` cyberattack But later, an X representative told the Supreme Court that it would comply with the legal ruling and block the accounts. However, in April this year, X lawyers argued that "operational faults" allowed some banned accounts to stay afloat on the social media platform, leading to a partial implementation of the top court's order. (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk's X to end operations in Brazil 'effective immediately' following spat with judge

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Amid an ongoing nationwide strike by Indian medics over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, the Indian government assured&nbsp;them of&nbsp;the formation of a committee that will suggest measures for the safety of healthcare professionals. IDF on Saturday stepped up attacks in Lebanon and Gaza, killing a total of 27 people in two separate attacks.&nbsp;The London Fire Brigade (LFB)&nbsp;said it rushed over 100 firefighters and more than a dozen fire engines to Somerset House, a historic arts venue,&nbsp;after receiving a call just before noon (local time).&nbsp;

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London's&nbsp;Somerset House, a historic arts venue, was closed temporarily on Saturday (Aug 17) after a major fire incident.

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Arne Slot got off to a winning Premier League start as Liverpool manager thanks to two quickfire goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah in a 2-0 win at newly-promoted Ipswich on Saturday.

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The winning bid included unpublished photos of Ferrandini in costume and a letter of authenticity from his wife.

Amid an ongoing nationwide strike by Indian medics over the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, the Indian government assured them of the formation of a committee that will suggest measures for the safety of healthcare professionals.

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Former United States President Donald Trump has come under fire for claiming that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is "much better" than the highest US military decoration Medal of Honor.

Former United States President Donald Trump has come under fire for claiming that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is "much better" than the highest US military decoration Medal of Honor. Al Lipphardt, commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), slammed former president Trump for "asinine" comments regarding the Medal of Honor award. What did Donald Trump say? At a New Jersey campaign event on Thursday (Aug 15), Trump ignited controversy by claiming the Presidential Medal of Freedom is a "better" award than the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration in the US Armed Forces. The Medal of Honor is given to service members who show "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty." In contrast, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is given to civilians for "exceptional contributions to the security or national interests of America, to world peace, or cultural or other significant public or private endeavours." Trump compared the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the Medal of Honor, stating, "It's the equivalent of the Congressional Medal of Honor. But the civilian version, it's actually much better because everyone that gets the Congressional Medal of Honor, they're soldiers." VFW, Kamala Harris' campaign hit at Trump VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt condemned Trump's remarks on Friday (Aug 16), which compared the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the Medal of Honor, according to The Hill. Lipphardt called the former president's comments as "asinine," stating that they "not only diminish the significance of our nation's highest award for valour but also crassly characterised the sacrifices of those who have risked their lives above and beyond the call of duty." Also read: PM Modi's Poland visit: 'Good Maharaja' connect, homage to Indian soldiers, diaspora to be focus In a similar vein, Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign voiced strong disapproval. Spokesperson Sarafina Chitika remarked that voters "owe it to our service members" not to choose Trump. She added, "Donald Trump knows nothing about service to anyone or anything but himself." “For him to insult Medal of Honor recipients, just as he has previously attacked Gold Star families, mocked prisoners of war, and referred to those who lost their lives in service to our country as ‘suckers’ and ‘losers,’ should remind all Americans that we owe it to our service members, our country, and our future to make sure Donald Trump is never our nation’s commander in chief again,” she added. (With inputs from agencies)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Poland later this week. He will be&nbsp;the first Indian prime minister to visit the country in&nbsp;45 years. The last PM to visit the country was Morarji Desai in 1979 and before him Indira Gandhi in 1967 and Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955. PM Modi will visit the country on August&nbsp;21&nbsp;and 22. During the visit, he will hold meetings with Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk and President Andrzej Duda.

One of the key features of the visit will be PM Modi paying homage to Jamsaheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja, the former ruler of the princely state of Nawangar, Gujarat at the "Good Maharaja Square" in the capital Warsaw.&nbsp;

Jamsaheb, as he is popularly known, gave refuge to a thousand Polish children during World War 2 when the country was occupied by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union under Stalin. His role in safeguarding Polish children earned him global respect, and Jamsaheb’s role is still remembered in Poland.&nbsp;

In 2014, a square was named in Poland "the Good Maharaja" Square, which will be visited by PM Modi. Gujarat is the Indian PM’s home state, and in the past, he has lauded the role of Jamsaheb.&nbsp;

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Another key focus will be paying homage to Indian soldiers who fought in the Battle of Monte Cassino in 1944, which paved the way for the liberation of Rome. Polish and Indian soldiers under the British Army fought together in the battle, one of the biggest allied campaigns in World War 2.&nbsp;

PM Modi will pay homage to Indian soldiers at a memorial in the Polish capital Warsaw.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;PM Modi's visit to forge new chapter in India-Poland Ties: Top Polish Diplomat

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India has in the past few years highlighted the role played by Indian soldiers in World War 2, which has been downplayed in the past. Indian soldiers played a key role in the North African Campaign, East Africa, Burma Campaign, and Italy.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited several memorials globally to pay homage to Indian soldiers who fought in World War 2 including the Heliopolis Commonwealth War Cemetery, in Cairo, Egypt last year.&nbsp;

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PM Modi will also address the Indian diaspora. The Indian community in Poland, estimated at around 25,000 people, includes traders who arrived after the fall of communism, as well as professionals employed by multinational and Indian companies, particularly in the software and IT sectors.&nbsp;

Around 11 Indian IT companies, employing more than 10,000 professionals, are currently active in Poland and operate their Europe operations from the country.

Approximately 5,000 Indian students are enrolled in various universities across Poland. The central European country also has over 100 Indian restaurants.&nbsp;

Poland has also been a strong centre of Indology. Sanskrit was being studied at the 600-year-old Jagiellonian University in Krakow in 1860. The Indology Department of the Oriental Institute at the University of Warsaw is the biggest centre for Indian studies in Central Europe.&nbsp;

Yoga is popular in the country as well. It is estimated that there are over 300,000 yoga practitioners in Poland, with about 1,000 yoga centres and 8,000 teachers propagating yoga in Poland.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Poland later this week. He will be the first Indian prime minister to visit the country in 45 years. The last PM to visit the country was Morarji Desai in 1979 and before him Indira Gandhi in 1967 and Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Poland later this week. He will be the first Indian prime minister to visit the country in 45 years. The last PM to visit the country was Morarji Desai in 1979 and before him Indira Gandhi in 1967 and Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955. PM Modi will visit the country on August 21 and 22. During the visit, he will hold meetings with Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk and President Andrzej Duda. One of the key features of the visit will be PM Modi paying homage to Jamsaheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja, the former ruler of the princely state of Nawangar, Gujarat at the "Good Maharaja Square" in the capital Warsaw. Jamsaheb, as he is popularly known, gave refuge to a thousand Polish children during World War 2 when the country was occupied by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union under Stalin. His role in safeguarding Polish children earned him global respect, and Jamsaheb’s role is still remembered in Poland. In 2014, a square was named in Poland "the Good Maharaja" Square, which will be visited by PM Modi. Gujarat is the Indian PM’s home state, and in the past, he has lauded the role of Jamsaheb. The goodwill of Jam Saheb’s family is spread all over the world, especially in Europe. In Jamnagar, I had the opportunity to meet Jam Saheb Shri Shatrusalyasinhji, who has always been extremely affectionate towards me as an elder. We had a great time recollecting old memories. pic.twitter.com/i6BERFGSpl — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 19, 2022 × Another key focus will be paying homage to Indian soldiers who fought in the Battle of Monte Cassino in 1944, which paved the way for the liberation of Rome. Polish and Indian soldiers under the British Army fought together in the battle, one of the biggest allied campaigns in World War 2. PM Modi will pay homage to Indian soldiers at a memorial in the Polish capital Warsaw. Watch: PM Modi's visit to forge new chapter in India-Poland Ties: Top Polish Diplomat × India has in the past few years highlighted the role played by Indian soldiers in World War 2, which has been downplayed in the past. Indian soldiers played a key role in the North African Campaign, East Africa, Burma Campaign, and Italy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited several memorials globally to pay homage to Indian soldiers who fought in World War 2 including the Heliopolis Commonwealth War Cemetery, in Cairo, Egypt last year. Also read: PM Modi`s visit to forge new chapter in India-Poland ties: Top Polish diplomat PM Modi will also address the Indian diaspora. The Indian community in Poland, estimated at around 25,000 people, includes traders who arrived after the fall of communism, as well as professionals employed by multinational and Indian companies, particularly in the software and IT sectors. Around 11 Indian IT companies, employing more than 10,000 professionals, are currently active in Poland and operate their Europe operations from the country. Approximately 5,000 Indian students are enrolled in various universities across Poland. The central European country also has over 100 Indian restaurants. Poland has also been a strong centre of Indology. Sanskrit was being studied at the 600-year-old Jagiellonian University in Krakow in 1860. The Indology Department of the Oriental Institute at the University of Warsaw is the biggest centre for Indian studies in Central Europe. Yoga is popular in the country as well. It is estimated that there are over 300,000 yoga practitioners in Poland, with about 1,000 yoga centres and 8,000 teachers propagating yoga in Poland.

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Thailand's billionaire former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra received a royal pardon shortening his parole by two weeks, his lawyer said on Saturday, a day after his daughter was elected premier by parliament.

Thaksin has been at the heart of a two-decade power struggle between the Shinawatra family and its allies on the one hand, and, on the other, a nexus of royalists, generals and old-money families that have long wielded influence over Thai governments and institutions.

After a dramatic return last August from self-exile to avoid jail time in the wake of his overthrow in a 2006 military coup, Thaksin served six months in hospital detention, due to health reasons, before being released on parole in February.

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After his return, he was sentenced to eight years in prison for abuse of power and conflicts of interests during his time in office from 2001 to 2006. His sentence was commuted to one year by King Maha Vajiralongkorn last September.

"Thaksin is among the prisoners that received the royal pardon" for prisoners in honour of the king's birthday last month, his lawyer, Winyat Chartmontri, told Reuters. "It will take effect on Sunday."

Parole, granted in February, was due to end at the end of the month, but was shortened to Sunday as part of the royal pardon, Winyat said.

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Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, was elected on Friday as&nbsp;Thailand's second female prime minister and the third Shinawatra to hold the office, winning with nearly two-thirds of the Thai parliament.

Thaksin ally Srettha Thavisin was dismissed as prime minister on Wednesday by the Constitutional Court for ethics violations, setting up the vote for Thaksin's daughter.

Thaksin's sister, Yingluck Shinawatra, was prime minister from 2011 to 2014.

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Thailand's billionaire former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra received a royal pardon shortening his parole by two weeks, his lawyer said on Saturday, a day after his daughter was elected premier by parliament.

Thailand's billionaire former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra received a royal pardon shortening his parole by two weeks, his lawyer said on Saturday, a day after his daughter was elected premier by parliament. Thaksin has been at the heart of a two-decade power struggle between the Shinawatra family and its allies on the one hand, and, on the other, a nexus of royalists, generals and old-money families that have long wielded influence over Thai governments and institutions. After a dramatic return last August from self-exile to avoid jail time in the wake of his overthrow in a 2006 military coup, Thaksin served six months in hospital detention, due to health reasons, before being released on parole in February. Also read: Thailand elects Paetongtarn Shinawatra as its youngest prime minister After his return, he was sentenced to eight years in prison for abuse of power and conflicts of interests during his time in office from 2001 to 2006. His sentence was commuted to one year by King Maha Vajiralongkorn last September. "Thaksin is among the prisoners that received the royal pardon" for prisoners in honour of the king's birthday last month, his lawyer, Winyat Chartmontri, told Reuters. "It will take effect on Sunday." Parole, granted in February, was due to end at the end of the month, but was shortened to Sunday as part of the royal pardon, Winyat said. Watch: Thailand: PM sacked for appointing a convicted lawyer into cabinet × Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, was elected on Friday as Thailand's second female prime minister and the third Shinawatra to hold the office, winning with nearly two-thirds of the Thai parliament. Thaksin ally Srettha Thavisin was dismissed as prime minister on Wednesday by the Constitutional Court for ethics violations, setting up the vote for Thaksin's daughter. Thaksin's sister, Yingluck Shinawatra, was prime minister from 2011 to 2014. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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