But it didn't take long for Twitter, and its social networking cousins, to come under attack from authorities.

For these and other 'heterodox' views he came under suspicion from Christian authorities and his enemies exploited this.

In 2007, newly released correspondence confirmed instructions for the content of these materials had come directly from Soviet authorities.

Today funding comes partly from local Japanese authorities, and many schools are facing financial difficulties.

According to Saudi police, his arrest came as a result of "information" from Norwegian authorities, although it was not clear what his charges were.

It was also unclear whether the demand for fees came from higher authorities or local officials.

Additional money is to come from local authorities, The Associated Press reported.

About 40% of the organisation's costs come from German governmental authorities.

Forgiveness can come from high moral authorities, but there is no real forgiveness without repentance.

In future, strategic leadership will come from local authorities and the Mayor of London.