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fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Charity boss offers Jenrick 'olive branch' over BBC row

Kandiah offered an olive branch to Jenrick, emphasizing the need to address housing, jobs, and living costs over anti-immigrant sentiment.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Will Jubilee host the next Presidential debate?

Videos like "Flat Earthers vs Scientists," "1 Conservative vs. 20 Feminists," and "What Makes a Real Man?" provide a variety of debate topics on Jubilee's platform.
Digital life
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Spotting the harmful needles in the haystack: How fact-checkers select what to check - Poynter

Artificial intelligence tools enabled Full Fact to scan public debates, identifying an average of 240,437 pieces of content daily, suitable for potential fact-checking.
Digital life
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 weeks ago

How Humility Can Restore Trust in Expertise

Research has linked intellectual humility with many desirable behaviors, including considering others' perspectives, being better at conflict resolution and being less dogmatic.
Philosophy
#trump
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

At Glastonbury, I saw what England's silent majority really looks like. Why aren't politicians listening? | John Harris

Kemi Badenoch was about to make a speech about restricting non-British nationals' access to disability and sickness benefits, another instalment of her toxic quest to divide people into makers and takers.
UK politics
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Did the president drop an f-bomb? Yes, and Democrats are doing it too

Wasserman Schultz declared that Democrats would "fight to our last breath, and we'll go to the f-ing mat." This shows the heightened language being used to express political frustration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Joe Rogan Slams Journalists While Mindlessly Regurgitating Trump's Lies

Joe Rogan's podcasting influence poses a responsibility, which he often neglects, contributing to the spread of misinformation.
#social-media
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

US updates: Activist Mahmoud Khalil vows to keep protesting DW 06/21/2025

Misidentifying public figures can lead to significant political backlash and discussions about respect and identity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Public must keep calm' over ethnicity of grooming gang offenders, says Louise Casey

Public discourse on grooming gangs should remain calm and based on accurate interpretation of data regarding ethnicity of offenders.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ksenia Samotiy: Trump chumps are ubiquitous, it seems, as I found out to my dismay with two bores in a Dublin pub

Narratives now dominate public discourse over factual arguments.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Johnson Warns Failure of Big Beautiful' Trump Bill Would Mean Largest Tax Increase in History' for Every American

Johnson claims failing Trump's bill will lead to massive tax increases for all Americans.
He argues that economic growth will offset projected debt increases, disputing CBO findings.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Cap on passenger growth at Dublin Airport is no help to regional aviation hubs - in fact, it just threatens them

Oscar Wilde famously noted that there's only one thing worse than being talked about - not being talked about at all. This resonates with Ireland's aviation discussions, particularly regarding Dublin Airport, which have been extensive but often lacking in substance.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

A hunt for Banksy's new lighthouse artwork leads to the south of France

The new Banksy artwork featuring a stenciled lighthouse has sparked widespread speculation about its meaning and location, showcasing the elusive artist's ongoing impact on public discourse.
London politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Chris Cuomo Snaps at A**hole' Viewer For Telling Him to Stick to Aliens'

Look that up. You are the one who can't get out of your own way. You have Trump Derangement Syndrome. I don't.
NYC politics
#politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Jasmine Crockett Insists Republicans Actually Like Her and Tell Her So All the Time Despite Trump's Low IQ' Digs

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Jasmine Crockett Insists Republicans Actually Like Her and Tell Her So All the Time Despite Trump's Low IQ' Digs

UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Misogynistic' Reform activists depict female cabinet ministers as cows in abattoir

Political stunt depicting female ministers as cows is condemned as misogynistic and dangerous, highlighting growing concerns for MP safety.
fromNPR.org
7 years ago

The True, The Real And The Beautiful: 7 Years Of 'Cosmos And Culture'

We imagined a forum where practicing scientists could address the deepest and most potent issues facing humanity, discussing how science informs questions of religion and culture.
Science
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

This dried out prune of a rocker': Donald Trump attacks Bruce Springsteen after musician's fiery speeches

Trump and Springsteen clash over political remarks, with Trump dismissing Springsteen as overrated following criticism of his administration.
Paris food
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Horrible, horrible, horrible': The Gerard Depardieu box office hit that still sparks outrage 50 years later

Controversy surrounds France's cultural elite, highlighted by varied responses to the #MeToo movement and allegations against prominent figures.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Writing the wrongs

Nguyen's choice to address the ongoing war in Gaza, amidst public backlash, reflects his commitment to confronting present injustices, despite personal and professional risks.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Chief Justice John Roberts Speech at Georgetown Law Warns of Endangered Rule of Law

Roberts remarked that while the rule of law is theoretically vital, its rarity in practice is concerning, especially for the younger generation shaping our judicial landscape.
US politics
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Phrase of the Day: Faire le buzz

'Faire le buzz' means to create excitement or widespread conversation, often used in marketing contexts.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

'I will miss it so badly' - emotional Joe Duffy recounts Liveline highlights and teases future plans

Joe Duffy reflects on his 27-year career with Liveline, emphasizing its social impact and the importance of new voices for the program's future.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Feelings Aren't the Enemy

AOC moved to take down MTG's insult in a congressional session, and MTG responded, "Are your feelings hurt?" All along the political spectrum, I've seen similar sentiments.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

The week in whoppers: Michelle Obama whines over violent illegal-migrant deportations, Chuck Schumer shoots himself in the foot and more

What's happening to immigrants . . . keeps me up at night.
US politics
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

'Don't shut up': Canadian auto sector's strategy to fight Trump tariffs | CBC News

Flavio Volpe urges automotive leaders to publicly share the impacts of Trump's tariffs on the industry and jobs.
UK politics
fromThe Walrus
3 months ago

None of the Parties Deserve Your Vote | The Walrus

Canada's politics requires new, serious thinking beyond the current focus on messaging and personality-driven leadership.
Environment
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How To Encourage More People to Talk About Climate Change

Public discussions on climate change are essential to overcoming the 'climate silence'.
Increased conversation leads to greater awareness and concern about climate change.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Why Is It So Hard to Talk About God?

Many Americans struggle to engage in conversations about religion, leading to discomfort and avoidance of differing beliefs.
SF LGBT
fromVulture
4 months ago

This One Simple Trick Will Prevent You From Being Cast in the Harry Potter Show

Public backlash against J.K. Rowling's comments on gender shows strong support for the trans community among celebrities.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Fox News host Sean Hannity tells lefty journo Taylor Lorenz 'there seems to be a missing chip' with her over Luigi Mangione remarks

Sean Hannity challenged Taylor Lorenz on her comments regarding the CEO shooting and her thoughts on supporters of the accused shooter.
fromThe Walrus
4 months ago

The Leaders' Debates Feel like Watching Bad Theatre | The Walrus

Debates in political campaigns often fail to shift public opinion or meaningfully engage with complex issues.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

A dev built a test to see how AI chatbots respond to controversial topics | TechCrunch

"I think these are the kinds of discussions that should happen in public, not just inside corporate headquarters. That's why I built the site to let anyone explore the data themselves."
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Bill Maher Gets Defensive With WaPo Reporter Over Trump Meetup: You Don't Have to Patronize Me, Dude!'

You can hate me for it, but I'm not a liar. Trump was gracious and measured. And why isn't that in other settings? I don't know, and I can't answer, and it's not my place to answer.
US politics
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