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Don Brash defends Hobson’s Pledge ad, dismisses racism claims

In an interview with Sean Plunket on The Platform, Don Brash, head of Hobson’s Pledge, defended the controversial wraparound ad in the New Zealand Herald that has ignited criticism from Te Pāti Māori and the Māori Journalists’Association. The campaign, which cost around $25,000, was accused of being racist, a claim Brash strongly denies, stating, “I absolutely deny being racist. I believe every New Zealander should have equal rights.”

14 August 2024

UK schools to teach students to spot fake news following nationwide riots

In the wake of recent nationwide riots, according to reports, UK schools will soon teach students how to identify fake news and extremist content as part of a revamped curriculum. “It’s more important than ever that we arm our children against the disinformation, fake news, and putrid conspiracy theories awash on social media,” said UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson.

14 August 2024

Government tightens sanctions on beneficiaries with new traffic light system

The government has rolled out a new traffic light system for sanctions introducing more stringent requirements to maintain support. Social Development Minister Louise Upston warns, “Our government will not tolerate people who accept the Jobseeker Support benefit but refuse to uphold their obligation to seek a job.”

14 August 2024

The rise of ‘trusted messengers’ and the danger of blind compliance

“Over recent years, healthcare professionals and TV celebrities have been recruited to act as influential mouthpieces, with behavioural scientists often providing guidance regarding what they should say,” writes Dr Gary Sidley of the situation in the UK. Sidley is concerned about the increasing use of ‘trusted messengers’ to promote government agendas (known as nudging), particularly around climate change and public health.

14 August 2024

Record coral growth on Great Barrier Reef ignored by mainstream media

The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) has experienced its third consecutive year of record coral growth, according to the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS). This recovery spans the entire 1,500-mile reef, from the warmer northern regions to the cooler southern waters, making it the highest coral cover observed since detailed monitoring began. Yet, rather than celebrating these gains, the media remains fixated on climate change narratives, which paint a picture of an “existential threat” to the reef.