Media regulations have been a hot topic in recent years, with many countries implementing laws to protect vulnerable groups such as LGBTQ+ individuals from hate speech and discrimination.
There...
Sexual taboos are societal norms that prohibit certain sexual practices or behaviors from being openly discussed or depicted. These taboos can vary greatly between cultures and communities, but they...
How do laws regulate sexual content in media and entertainment?
Sexuality is an important aspect of human life that has been portrayed in various forms of media and entertainment throughout...
The Leveson Inquiry into press ethics and standards was an official investigation launched after a series of scandals involving journalists and public figures in the United Kingdom. It investigated...
The 1996 London Newsagent Lawsuit
A London newsagent was sued for refusing to display pornographic magazines like Hustler magazine in his store, which led to a legal battle between him and the...
In 2004, the British government implemented a policy requiring that pornographic magazines be sold in brown paper bags or covered in opaque materials, making them difficult for customers to see. This...
The Minor Exposure Lawsuit (1991)
In 1991, a parent sued Hustler alleging the magazine had been distributed to minors at a convenience store, claiming it contributed to their exposure to “harmful...