Stories from 2 March 2015
Egyptians Gleefully Remix ISIS ‘National Anthem’
Egyptians are poking fun of the ISIS "national anthem" by uploading videos to YouTube featuring dancers swaying to the song's words
Has Azerbaijan's National Currency Run Away Scared?
The massive devaluation of the manat national currency has been a disaster for many Azerbaijanis, but it has also showcased their sense of humour.
Spanish Football Fans Sing Chants that Justify Violence Against Women
"Go Rubén Castro! It wasn't your fault. She was a whore. You did good!"
Did a Brazilian Judge Try to Use Marco Civil to Shut Down WhatsApp Across the Country?
WhatsApp kept working normally in Brazil, but the judge's decision, which was apparently based on provisions in the Marco Civil bill, went viral.
With Their Government Silent on Rising Shia Killings, These Pakistanis are Speaking Up
Since the beginning of 2015, more than 80 people have been killed in four attacks on Shia mosques in three different cities of Pakistan.
Macedonian NGO Develops First Ever Android and iOS App to Battle Hate Speech
Macedonian Metamorphosis Foundation has developed a first among mobile applications – an app against hate speech, aiming to bring information from this area to the fingertips of mobile phone users and help...
The ‘Unexpected Virtue’ of Being Mexican
Mexican movie-makers are no strangers to the Oscars, but this year they stole the show.
