Observatory

Geo-Blocking, Art, and Protest: The Complex Role of Artists in Political Activism

The first time I heard about musicians removing their songs from Israeli streaming services, I was sitting in the park ordering my coffee from an app and wondering why they stock three different oat milk brands. It struck me how we live in an age where both coffee preferences and

Jimmy Kimmel and the Everlasting Battle for Free Speech

In the swirling landscape of media censorship, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's recent suspension became a pivotal moment that illuminated the complex tensions between free expression and institutional control. The incident, which unfolded in September 2025, revealed deep fissures in how media organizations and political entities navigate controversial commentary.