Twitter bans the Jamaica Gleaner

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https://newsday.co.tt/2021/05/20/twitter-thanks-users-for-reporting-account-as-gleaner-remains-suspended/
THE Twitter account of Jamaican newspaper the Gleaner has been suspended for over 24 hours owing to copyright infringement.

Users who reported the account in the past are now receiving notifications from Twitter, thanking them for doing so.

The account was suspended on Wednesday morning.

Twitter accounts can be suspended for several reasons, including abusive behaviour, spam, and reporting false information. Users can report tweets from others, after which Twitter reviews and makes a decision.

In a release, the Gleaner said it was aware of the suspension and that it was working on it.

"We are not aware of the exact infringement. We are in contact with Twitter to resolve this as soon as possible. In the meantime, you can continue to view our content on Facebook, Instagram, as well as our website."

[Kid Berwyn]

1. First heard of The Gleaner...

...watching Dr. No.

[malaise]

2. Ha

Fleming loved Jamaica

https://ifia.aero/

[Kid Berwyn]

3. Heard that on Jeopardy last night.

Freelancing...

[malaise]

4. People here are very proud of the James Bond link

The Gleaner has been around since 1834 - started as an advertising sheet.

[Kid Berwyn]

5. Rightfully so.

That’s a lot of history covered by a great newspaper.

Is freedom of the press guaranteed by law in Jamaica?

[malaise]

6. Yes

but defamation and libel laws have way more teeth here so make up shit about people at your peril. I have a friend who was awarded millions in the courts.