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22 Nov 2024
#politics
Times Of Israel: US House passes bill allowing Treasury to target nonprofits it deems terror backers
The US House has passed a bill granting the Treasury Department the authority to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits deemed to support terrorism, raising concerns about potential misuse against political opponents. The legislation, supported mainly by Republicans, passed 219-184 and now heads to the Senate.
Critics argue the bill lacks due process protections and could target various organizations, including news outlets and universities. Civil liberties groups warn it could lead to authoritarian practices, while proponents claim it is necessary to prevent taxpayer funding of terrorism.
#society
GB News: Council 'throws dead man's belongings into skip' with heartbroken brother given no chance to collect them
Simon Byrne expressed his devastation after Brighton & Hove City Council disposed of his deceased brother Chris's belongings before he could collect them. Despite having an appointment, he found only a small suitcase remaining, while personal items were thrown into a skip.
The incident highlights inconsistencies in how councils manage deceased tenants' possessions across the UK. While some councils allow access with proof of identity, others require a lengthy probate process. Brighton & Hove City Council has acknowledged the error, attributing it to a contractor no longer employed by them.
GB News: ‘It started during Covid!’ GB News guest in furious ‘snooping’ rant after police's Allison Pearson decision
Suzanne Evans criticized British authorities for "snooping" during the Covid pandemic, claiming it began when the government encouraged citizens to report their neighbors. Her comments followed Essex Police's decision to close an investigation into columnist Allison Pearson for alleged racial hatred.
Pearson's case, which stemmed from a year-old post on social media, received scrutiny after police visited her on Remembrance Sunday. The investigation, conducted under the Public Order Act, was dropped after the Crown Prosecution Service advised against charges. An independent review of the police's actions will be conducted.
The Telegraph: Sixth person dies after suspected mass drink-spiking in Laos
Two Australian teenagers have died from suspected methanol poisoning while on holiday in Laos, raising the death toll to six tourists. Holly Bowles, 19, passed away in a hospital shortly after her friend Bianca Jones died in Thailand.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong expressed condolences, stating that the government will support the families and investigate the incidents. Several others also fell ill after drinking at local bars in Vang Vieng.
GB News: Logan Paul doesn't hold back as YouTuber accuses BBC of 'platforming predators for the past 50 years'
Logan Paul has criticized the BBC for "platforming predators" over the past 50 years, responding to a documentary about him. He accused the broadcaster of diverting attention from its own history of misconduct by focusing on him and named several notorious figures associated with the BBC.
The controversy escalated when Paul sent a lookalike to an interview, leading to a chaotic scene where protesters criticized the BBC. Paul maintains he did not scam anyone and has offered a buyback program for his crypto project amid ongoing legal issues.
#military
Fox News: Should women serve in combat? Military experts weigh in
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, faces criticism for asserting that women should not serve in combat roles. He claims that integrating women into combat units complicates operations and reduces effectiveness, referencing a Marine Corps study on unit performance.
While Hegseth's views have garnered support from some military experts, others argue that women have proven capable in combat roles and have positively influenced unit dynamics. The debate continues over the implications of gender integration in military combat positions.
#culture
Le Monde: Sex, fairies and videos: The intoxicating cocktail of the romantasy
A new wave of erotic fantasy, dubbed "fairy porn," has emerged, particularly popularized by the series A Court of Thorns and Roses (Acotar) by Sarah J. Maas. This genre combines elements of romance, fantasy, and self-discovery, primarily appealing to female readers on platforms like TikTok and Reddit.
Fans actively engage in discussions, share fan art, and explore character development within the series. While some works feature explicit content, many emphasize emotional depth and gradual romantic build-up, highlighting themes of consent and female pleasure.