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fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Bill Maher calls out SNL for 'zombie lie' that Republicans are racist, warns they are 'not helping'

I hated it too, and I said it on my show. I know. I hated it. Wearing the MAGA hat, not shaking hands with a Black person. And that's when I thought, 'You people don't know MAGA people.'
Humor
#autism
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The Grand Spectacle of Pope Week

Public interest in Pope Leo XIV reflects hope and cultural relevance in the context of contemporary challenges.
US politics
fromCommon Dreams
1 week ago

Mass Media and the Spectacle of the Imperial Presidency | Common Dreams

The Trump administration has transformed political discourse into a spectacle of images rather than meaningful dialogue.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Truth About Multiple Personalities

The stigma surrounding dissociative identity disorder (DID) is harmful, exacerbated by Hollywood's inaccurate portrayals and inadequate clinician understanding.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Truth About Multiple Personalities

The stigma surrounding dissociative identity disorder (DID) is harmful, exacerbated by Hollywood's inaccurate portrayals and inadequate clinician understanding.
Golden State Warriors
fromsportslens.com
2 weeks ago

Draymond Green is tired of the 'agenda' trying to make him look like 'an angry black man'

Draymond Green expresses frustration over being portrayed negatively by the media after a difficult playoff game.
#documentary
US news
fromConsequence
2 months ago

The True Crime Doc That's #1 on Netflix Acknowledges the "Missing White Girl" Trope (Briefly)

The docu-series American Murder: Gabby Petito underscores the tragedy of media bias in missing persons' cases.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Greta Garbo documentary reveals star as a relaxed, silly, funny person'

The new documentary challenges the perception of Greta Garbo as a reclusive figure by revealing her vibrant social life and personality.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
4 weeks ago

Where is Natalia Grace now? All about the adopted girl accused of being an adult in disguise

The complex story of Natalia Grace involves claims of being an adult masquerading as a child, sparking media interest and legal scrutiny.
US news
fromConsequence
2 months ago

The True Crime Doc That's #1 on Netflix Acknowledges the "Missing White Girl" Trope (Briefly)

The docu-series American Murder: Gabby Petito underscores the tragedy of media bias in missing persons' cases.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Greta Garbo documentary reveals star as a relaxed, silly, funny person'

The new documentary challenges the perception of Greta Garbo as a reclusive figure by revealing her vibrant social life and personality.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
4 weeks ago

Where is Natalia Grace now? All about the adopted girl accused of being an adult in disguise

The complex story of Natalia Grace involves claims of being an adult masquerading as a child, sparking media interest and legal scrutiny.
#pop-culture
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
1 month ago

What happened when Proud Boys stormed a Drag story hour

Kyle Casey Chu reclaims her story after a traumatizing incident during Drag Story Hour, illustrating the media's narrative control over victims.
Artificial intelligence
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

"Fake news detection" AI is more likely to fail in the Global South, new study shows

AI detection tools suffer from biases due to their training on Global North data, leading to inaccuracies in Global South contexts.
#immigration
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

Border Patrol Said It Targeted Known Criminals in Kern County. But It Had No Record on 77 of 78 Arrestees | KQED

Border Patrol is creating fictional videos that exaggerate migrants as dangerous criminals, despite low crime rates among immigrants.
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

Border Patrol Said It Targeted Known Criminals in Kern County. But It Had No Record on 77 of 78 Arrestees | KQED

Border Patrol is creating fictional videos that exaggerate migrants as dangerous criminals, despite low crime rates among immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ta-Nehisi Coates on why stories matter in the age of Trump podcast

Stories shape politics significantly, as emphasized by Ta-Nehisi Coates.
The political left may be retreating into conservatism regarding cultural narratives.
Media portrayal differences impact public perception of global issues.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The identity politics of many Muslims, and critics of Islam, are deeply corrosive | Kenan Malik

Critics often present a binary narrative about Muslims, portraying Islam as incompatible with western values and neglecting the dynamic evolution of Muslim faith and identity.
UK politics
#the-white-lotus
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

About Our Cover: 3.27.25 - San Francisco Bay Times

Transgender Day of Visibility emphasizes the need for increased awareness and representation of trans individuals amid rising anti-LGBTQ attacks.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donal Lynch on Adolescence: 'Owen Cooper mixes bravado and pain in the greatest acting by a child since Anna Paquin in The Piano'

In shows like Euphoria, adolescence seems worldly and mature, but observing first-year students in Dublin reveals they are still children, not fully developed.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'White Lotus' star Jason Isaacs discusses full-frontal nude scene: 'How the sausage is made'

"It's interesting that there's a double standard for men... nobody would dream of talking to her about her genitalia or her nipples."
SF LGBT
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

K.W. Lee, known as the 'godfather of Asian American journalism,' dies

K.W. Lee, a pivotal figure in Asian American journalism, passed away at 96, leaving a legacy of advocacy for wrongfully convicted individuals.
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

MSNBC revamps weekend morning show with two prominent Black gay men as cohosts

MSNBC's The Weekend will premiere with a focus on LGBTQ+ representation, led by out gay Black hosts.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

MSNBC revamps weekend morning show with two prominent Black gay men as cohosts

MSNBC's The Weekend will premiere with a focus on LGBTQ+ representation, led by out gay Black hosts.
Women in technology
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Looking Back: Highlighting Some Great Pieces by Our Female Critics | Features | Roger Ebert

Women Writers Week showcases female critics, committing to gender equality in media year-round.
LA Lakers
fromVulture
2 months ago

We Were Too Hard on Winning Time

Jeanie Buss counters negative portrayals of the Lakers with the new Netflix series Running Point, reflecting a strategic narrative shift.
Science
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Serial Murderers: Science v. Science Fiction

The fascination with serial killers often overshadows the limited scientific understanding of their true characteristics and motivations.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The world is listening to Russia again. From the ruins of Ukraine, it makes me want to scream | Oleksandr Mykhed

The Ukraine crisis is being misrepresented as a routine conflict rather than an act of aggression, as Ukrainian lives and suffering are often overlooked.
Social justice
Embracing natural Black hair on television symbolizes authenticity and confidence, challenging traditional beauty standards.
Joy Reid's support helped redefine self-acceptance for Black individuals in media.
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Bybit Only Has Itself to Blame | HackerNoon

I am shocked, appalled, and frustrated by how easily concepts can be distorted in the 21st century. The Bybit hack is 99% the result of the CEX team's negligence and only 1% the skill of the hackers.
Cryptocurrency
Black Lives Matter
fromDefector
2 months ago

Who Gets To Determine A Hate Crime? | Defector

Sam Nordquist, a Black trans man, was murdered after enduring severe torture, highlighting issues of violence against marginalized communities.
Women
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Kristin Juszczyk and Kylie Kelce try to embrace being called WAGs

The term 'WAGs' is viewed negatively by women like Kristin Juszczyk and Kylie Kelce, who want to be recognized as individuals beyond their relationships.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

MPs critical of ageist 'wealth-hoarding' labels for baby boomers

Critics warn that negative portrayals of baby boomers in media risk normalizing ageist attitudes toward older generations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Postcards From The Border aims to challenge dominant portrayal of U.S.-Mexico border

A new performance project transforms perceptions of the Southern border by highlighting its human stories through music, photography, and spoken word.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The Crow Girl review a gripping crime drama that fills you with hope for the world's good people

The Crow Girl critiques gendered violence and societal desensitization through its shocking portrayal of young male deaths compared to normative views on female bodies.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months ago

The BAFTA long-listed film exploring queerness in a polygamous cult

Louisa Connolly-Burnham discusses the cultural fascination with Mormons, noting how various forms of media, from documentaries to series, are exploring their lives. "There is something in the zeitgeist right now where everybody is just obsessed with Mormons," she says, highlighting the surge of interest in their societal dynamics and unique lifestyle.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Yes, the honours system has its problems. But as a gay writer, here's why I'm accepting an MBE | Matt Cain

"I am being honoured as a writer and broadcaster for services to LGBTQ+ culture, but when I was growing up in the 1980s there was hardly any queer culture, and what we had was pretty much underground and undiscussed."
Writing
#womens-sports
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
5 months ago

The New York Times will hire a pro-Trump columnist

The New York Times struggles to represent conservative voices, particularly those aligned with the MAGA movement, despite its history of including conservative columnists.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Fox's Harris Faulkner's Linking Migrants to CEO Killing is Irresponsible and Inaccurate

In a segment on Outnumbered, Fox News host Harris Faulkner suggested that the NYPD might struggle to find Brian Thompson's killer due to the presence of undocumented migrants, arguing that they contribute to crime rates without providing evidence to support these claims.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Opinion | Nightbitch' Dares to Suggest That Motherhood Might Be Fun

The portrayal of motherhood in media oscillates between romanticized ideals, seen in some social media feeds, and stark realities, highlighted in shows and discussions about postpartum experiences.
Digital life
fromianVisits
5 months ago

New IWM exhibition looks at how Winston Churchill was depicted in cartoons

"To mark Winston Churchill's 150th birthday, an exhibition at the Imperial War Museum showcases various cartoons revealing how he was portrayed in the media over time."
Miscellaneous
fromBluesky Social
5 months ago

Tim Stillman (@tim-stillman.bsky.social)

Tim Stillman is well known for his in-depth reporting and coverage of Arsenal Women, showcasing not just the team's performance but also their broader impact on women in sports.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Here's how much Raygun has made from her breaking fame - and it may shock you

I have a whole stack to mark right now. And I still enjoy research and being in the classroom. I'm still marking papers to pay the bills.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

'He'd be enraged': Al Fayed abuse survivors on their friendship

Jen's story of being a personal assistant to Mohamed Al Fayed highlights the long-term impact of sexual abuse and the courage it takes to confront one's past.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

How can Africa break free from negative stereotypes? DW 10/29/2024

"When a singular story is being told over time, it now starts to diminish the identity of a place to just that one thing," Ogundairo told DW.
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