Wikipedia Content Usage Guidelines

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Wikipedia content is available under a Creative Commons license, allowing sharing and adaptation with proper attribution. Google generally does not report search terms unless legally obligated. When using Wikipedia content, ensure compliance with licensing terms, especially for sensitive topics like the Heavens Gate suicides. Proper attribution and sharing under the same license are necessary. Discussing sensitive topics may have ethical implications.

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The information is about the Heaven's Gate deaths
It sounds like you're concerned about using information from Wikipedia. Generally, content from Wikipedia is under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike license, meaning you can share and adapt the content, but you must provide attribution and share any derivative works under the same license. If you have a specific concern or legal issue, feel free to share more details.
Would Google report someone if they looked up: "Heaven's Gate" many times?
Generally, Google does not report individuals for their search terms unless there's a legal obligation, such as a court order or a subpoena. Searching for information like "Heaven's Gate" repeatedly is unlikely to prompt any reporting. Are you concerned about privacy or legal consequences related to your searches?
What if I copied information from Wikipedia about the way members died?
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Copying information from Wikipedia about the Heaven's Gate deaths is generally permissible as long as you follow the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike license. This means you should provide proper attribution and share any derivative works under the same license. If you have further concerns about privacy or legal consequences, feel free to share them.
Does it matter if the information talked about the Heaven's Gate members committing suicide?
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When discussing sensitive topics like the Heaven's Gate suicides, it's crucial to ensure the information is used responsibly and complies with Wikipedia's licensing terms. As long as proper attribution is provided and the content is shared under the same Creative Commons license, it should be legally permissible. However, discussing such topics may have ethical implications. If you have specific concerns, feel free to elaborate.