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Microsoft Bans the Word “Palestine” in Internal Emails

2 weeks ago | defenddemocracy.press | Waqas Ahmed |Murtaza Hussain

After days of disruption by pro-Palestine activists at its Build developer conference, No Azure for Apartheid said, Microsoft made it impossible to send emails containing “Palestine” or “Gaza.”By Waqas Ahmed and Murtaza HussainMay 22, 2025Microsoft has quietly implemented a policy blocking employee emails containing the words “Palestine,” “Gaza,” or “genocide” on its internal Exchange servers, according to No Azure for Apartheid, a group of pro-Palestine Microsoft employees.
Microsoft Bans the Word “Palestine” in Internal Emails

2 weeks ago | dropsitenews.com | Waqas Ahmed |Murtaza Hussain

Microsoft has quietly implemented a policy blocking employee emails containing the words “Palestine,” “Gaza,” or “genocide” on its internal Exchange servers, according to No Azure for Apartheid, a group of pro-Palestine Microsoft employees. The automated filter, which silently prevents such emails from reaching recipients was first detected on Wednesday—just after Microsoft’s Build developer conference faced repeated disruptions by the activist group.
O Instagram está derrubando seus posts sobre Gaza a pedido de Israel | Intercept Brasil

1 month ago | intercept.com.br | Waqas Ahmed |Nicholas Rodelo |Ryan Grim |Murtaza Hussain

Dados internos da Meta, obtidos pelo Drop Site News, revelam que o governo de Israel teria orquestrado diretamente uma onda de censura, no Instagram e no Facebook, aos posts com críticas a Israel, ou o mais tênue apoio aos palestinos. A Meta atendeu a 94% dos pedidos de remoção de conteúdo enviados por Israel desde 7 de outubro de 2023, segundo os dados.
Leaked Data Reveals Massive Israeli Campaign To Remove Pro-Palestine Posts on Facebook and Instagram

1 month ago | portside.org | Waqas Ahmed |Nicholas Rodelo |Ryan Grim |Murtaza Hussain

Leaked Data Reveals Massive Israeli Campaign To Remove Pro-Palestine Posts on Facebook and Instagram Published April 13, 2025 A sweeping crackdown on posts on Instagram and Facebook that are critical of Israel—or even vaguely supportive of Palestinians—was directly orchestrated by the government of Israel, according to internal Meta data obtained by Drop Site News. The data show that Meta has complied with 94% of takedown requests issued by Israel since October 7, 2023.
Leaked Data Reveals Massive Israeli Campaign to Remove Pro-Palestine Posts on Facebook and Instagram

1 month ago | dropsitenews.com | Waqas Ahmed |Nicholas Rodelo |Ryan Grim |Murtaza Hussain

A sweeping crackdown on posts on Instagram and Facebook that are critical of Israel—or even vaguely supportive of Palestinians—was directly orchestrated by the government of Israel, according to internal Meta data obtained by Drop Site News. The data show that Meta has complied with 94% of takedown requests issued by Israel since October 7, 2023.
PTI-government talks enter third round today

Jan 15, 2025 | tribune.com.pk | Waqas Ahmed

ISLAMABAD: The third round of talks between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to bring down political temperatures will take place on Thursday (today). During the meeting, PTI is set to present its written charter of demands, potentially paving the way for some progress. According to details, the third meeting of the negotiation committees from both sides will be held at the Parliament House. PTI will present its demands in writing during today's session.
The//Vital-Mag.Net blog: for Health and Fitness Insights

Jan 15, 2025 | medium.com | Waqas Ahmed

Waqas ahmed·Follow3 min read·--The //vital-mag.net blog If you’re enthusiastic about Health and fitness and average well-being, Vital-Mag.Net is the go-to platform you didn’t know you wanted. Whether you are an experienced athlete, a health fanatic, or someone who is just beginning their fitness and health journey, this website gives the gear and expertise that will help you live your healthiest, fittest lifestyles.
Spirit Airlines Stock

Jan 15, 2025 | medium.com | Waqas Ahmed

Waqas ahmed·Follow5 min read·--The airline industry has had its fair share of turbulence, and Spirit Airlines Stock (NYSE: SAVE) is not an exception. Once a go-to for cost-aware travelers, Spirit Airlines faced challenges all through the pandemic but emerged with a clean perspective and progressive answers. Whether you’re an investor searching to analyze inventory or a tour enthusiast curious about the corporation’s destiny, this deep dive has something for all of us.
"Impact of Climate Change on Recent Los Angeles Wildfires: A Study Analysis"

Jan 15, 2025 | medium.com | Waqas Ahmed

Waqas Ahmed·Follow3 min read·--According to a recent study, the wildfires haunting the city for the past week were larger and burned at increased intensities due to emissions from fossil fuels adding to global warming. UCLA researchers have said that climate change is responsible for about a quarter of fire fuel available. The fires would have happened without pollution derived from climate change but would have been "somewhat smaller and less intense," according to the analysis.
New DC Think Tank Staffed Entirely By Robots (Seriously)

Jan 8, 2025 | dropsitenews.com | Waqas Ahmed

Understanding how to most effectively wield influence in Washington can mean the difference for a foreign government between a coup and a bailout. The high-stakes great game has attracted industries filled with advisers ready to walk you through the process for a healthy retainer. Finding the right firm can be a challenge. At least one government appears to have tried to solve the problem by conjuring a think tank/lobby shop from their own imagination, or that of Chat GPT.