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Facebook Updates Hate Speech Policy, Will Now Ban Holocaust Denial

As one of the most popular social media networks in the world, Facebook has unprecedented power that even bigwigs are struggling to control. In recent years, Facebook has stood accused of being a tool used by foreign governments to manipulate elections with the help of spreading false information, and the allegations haven’t gone unnoticed. New rules and regulations have been implemented by Facebook as now the platform is much more stringent on censoring “fake news” and unsubstantiated claims, and it seems that Mark Zuckerberg and Friends are making sure people who deny the existence of the Holocaust can’t vocalize their opinions.

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Back in 2018, Zuckerberg sat down with Vox and expressed that while he vehemently disagrees with Holocaust deniers, he believed in freedom of speech. “I’m Jewish, and there’s a set of people who deny that the Holocaust happened. I find that deeply offensive,” he said two years ago. “But at the end of the day, I don’t believe that our platform should take that down because I think there are things that different people get wrong.”

However, the social media mogul has had a change of heart, and he shared his new thoughts about the controversial topic in a Facebook post. “Today we’re updating our hate speech policy to ban Holocaust denial,” wrote Zuckerberg. “We’ve long taken down posts that praise hate crimes or mass murder, including the Holocaust. But with rising anti-Semitism, we’re expanding our policy to prohibit any content that denies or distorts the Holocaust as well. If people search for the Holocaust on Facebook, we’ll start directing you to authoritative sources to get accurate information.”

“I’ve struggled with the tension between standing for free expression and the harm caused by minimizing or denying the horror of the Holocaust,” he continued. “My own thinking has evolved as I’ve seen data showing an increase in anti-Semitic violence, as have our wider policies on hate speech. Drawing the right lines between what is and isn’t acceptable speech isn’t straightforward, but with the current state of the world, I believe this is the right balance.” Do you think this was a good move?

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Drake Laughs Off Wack 100’s ‘Career Ending’ Allegations And Fans Weigh In

Drake isn’t losing any sleep over rumors, especially those coming from Wack 100. Despite Wack’s bold claims that he has information that could damage the Toronto superstar’s reputation, Drake remains unfazed. In a recent episode of No Jumper, host Adam22 revealed that he spoke to Drake about the alleged information Wack 100 claims to have. The shocking accusation? That Drake supposedly ordered a hit on someone. However, Adam22 quickly pointed out that Drake was more amused than concerned.

Drake appeared curious about what Wack would do with this supposed evidence if it even exists. As news of this conversation spread on social media, some fans speculated that Drake reaching out to Adam22 about the situation might suggest there’s something he’s hiding. One user suggested, “The fact that the man got in touch with Adam worried about a flash drive lets you know he’s hiding something.” On the flip side, others completely dismissed the whole story, arguing that Drake’s name often gets dragged into discussions just for attention. One fan commented, “I can guarantee Adam22 never spoke to Drake. Damn, Drake’s name is straight up feeding GENERATIONS… I wish I was exaggerating.”

This isn’t the first time someone has tried to take him down, and given his history, it likely won’t be the last. At this point, Wack 100’s credibility is being questioned just as much as his claims. With no proof showing up and Drake appearing completely unconcerned, this could be another example of noisy chatter online. Whether this storyline fizzles out or takes an unexpected turn, it’s clear that Drake isn’t sweating it.

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Bad Boy Records Co-Founder Sues Diddy, Alleges Heavy Involvement in Tupac’s Murder

The hip-hop community is buzzing as Kirk Burrowes, the former president and co-founder of Bad Boy Records, has filed a lawsuit making bold accusations against Sean “Diddy” Combs. This legal action takes things to a new level by linking Diddy to the murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur. For years, people have speculated about the infamous feud between East Coast and West Coast rappers, which many believe had tragic outcomes.

Burrowes claims to have detailed evidence suggesting that Diddy was involved in planning Tupac’s murder. He alleges that Diddy’s jealousy pushed him to go to great lengths to undermine Tupac’s success, using tactics like negative publicity and trying to sabotage his career. Burrowes, who played an essential role in the rise of Bad Boy Records until he was let go in 1997, paints a very gloomy picture of Diddy’s actions. Beyond the claims of bullying and financial manipulation that have surfaced in the past, Burrowes insists that Diddy had a significant role in the violent demise of one of hip-hop’s most legendary figures.

This explosive lawsuit raises important questions about how deep the rivalry between East Coast and West Coast artists went. Burrowes’s statements suggest that Diddy was involved in a way that many had long suspected. For fans, this lawsuit is yet another chapter in the ongoing saga of scandals surrounding Diddy. Legal professionals are considering whether this new evidence might finally lead to justice for Tupac. And for those who cherished Tupac’s legacy, it opens old wounds that have never healed. Will Burrowes’s claims finally bring some accountability, or is this just another twist in the complicated stories surrounding the deaths of Tupac and Biggie? This story is far from over.

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