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Twitter abuse victims fear Musk's plans, but may not quit

13 Sept 12:48 Key points summarised by AI

Marginalized groups, including women and racial minorities, express deep alarm over Elon Musk's "free speech absolutist" plans for Twitter, fearing an emboldened wave of hate speech, bullying, and disinformation.
Despite experiencing severe harassment and its psychological toll, many victims indicate they are unlikely to quit the platform, valuing Twitter as a vital forum for diverse expression and engagement, and recognizing the difficulty of migrating their followers.
Musk's dismissive stance on criticism and his public targeting of content moderation leaders suggest a significant rollback of existing safety measures, which advocates warn could silence marginalized voices and lead to more coordinated online attacks.
Experts note that mass user exodus from major social media platforms is rare, even amid controversy, as new users often replace those who depart, highlighting the enduring draw of these platforms despite their challenges.

19 Oct 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.