Jornal britânico ‘The Guardian’ critica Musk e deixa de publicar no X: ‘Mídia tóxica’
O Guardian tem conta na plataforma desde novembro de 2009 e, de lá para cá, acumulou mais de dez milhões de seguidores. A consolidação da decisão do jornal aconteceu logo depois de Musk ser anunciado como integrante do primeiro escalão do futuro governo de Donald Trump. A mensagem destacou que os usuários do X poderão continuar a compartilhar os textos do site oficial e que eventualmente o veículo poderá replicar conteúdo postado na rede por outras contas. Porém, a esta altura, o X presta um papel pequeno na promoção do nosso trabalho. Nosso jornalismo está disponível e aberto a todos em nosso site, e preferimos que as pessoas acessem theguardian.com e apoiem nosso trabalho lá.”
Source:The Guardian
November 14, 2024 06:45 UTC
The Guardian to no longer post on ‘toxic media platform’ X
British news outlet The Guardian has announced it will no longer post content on X due to the “disturbing content” on the “toxic media platform”, including racism and conspiracy theories. The Guardian wrote on its website on Wednesday that it had been considering the decision to stop posting on the social media outlet for a while, but the US election earlier in November “underlined” its decision. The paper’s main X handle, @guardian, was still available on Wednesday, but a message on it advised, “this account has been archived” while redirecting visitors to its website. During the US presidential election, Musk endorsed Donald Trump and used his personal account with nearly 205 million followers to push support in favour of the Republicans with several misleading posts. In recent months, some British charities and health and educational establishments have said they will no longer post to X.
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 23:32 UTC
Fact Check: Yes, Trump's Defense Secretary Pick Pete Hegseth Once Said 'Germs Are Not a Real Thing'
Fact Check: Yes, Trump's Defense Secretary Pick Pete Hegseth Once Said 'Germs Are Not a Real Thing'Claim:Pete Hegseth said "Germs are not a real thing. Hegseth did say these words in a Feb. 10, 2019, edition of "Fox & Friends Sunday." Following through on that promise, he told his co-hosts that he had not washed his hands in 10 years because "germs are not a real thing. As reported by The Guardian, Hegseth largely walked back his comments, deriding the media for taking his words seriously:On Twitter ..., Hegseth gave mixed messages. "'Germs Are Not a Real Thing': Fox News Host Says He Hasn't Washed Hands in 10 Years."
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 22:09 UTC
'It was substantive': White House press secretary gives details on Trump-Biden meeting – video
The White House press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, said president-elect Donald Trump and Joe Biden had a 'substantive' two-hour meeting on Wednesday, as Biden prepares the transition process for Trump to assume the presidency
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 20:24 UTC
UK to 'allay' US concerns over Chagos Islands deal, says minister – video
Stephen Doughty, the Foreign Office minister, said the UK would ‘allay’ any US concerns over a deal agreed this year for the Chagos Islands to be returned to Mauritius. Doughty responded to a question from Nigel Farage, when he explained that an agreement with Mauritius was 'inevitable' after the UN’s top court ruled that the UK did not have sovereignty over the Indian Ocean archipelago. Doughty told MPs: 'We’re looking very forward to working with [the incoming Trump administration], and I’m sure that they will be being briefed on the full detail of this deal. And I am confident that the details of this arrangement will allay any concerns'
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 20:24 UTC
Two more SNP MPs apply to double job as MSPs as party 'standing up for Scotland' abandons Westminster
Stephen Flynn kickstarted the attempted exodus on Tuesday, and has been joined by two of his fellow MPs. Mr Flynn wants to unseat an incumbent SNP MSP Audrey Nicoll in Aberdeen South and North Kincardine despite Nat rules calling for more women politicians. The pair spoke at the weekend, where Mr Flynn laid out his plans, shortly before Monday’s deadline to submit applications. The Westminster leader was publicly slated by SNP MSP Emma Roddick who said: "Party members set this rule for good reasons. I hope Stephen Flynn rethinks.
Source:Express
November 13, 2024 18:37 UTC
Keir Starmer dodges question during PMQs about whether he is keeping cap on council tax – video
Keir Starmer avoided answering a question about council tax from the leader of the opposition during PMQs on Wednesday. Kemi Badenoch earlier said the prime minister had made unilateral commitments at Cop29 that would make life more expensive for everyone and pressed Starmer on whether he would keep the cap on council tax. The prime minister preferred to focus on his appearance at the climate summit instead, saying he was proud of the fact that he was restoring leadership on the crisis, and talking about his 'huge order' for blades for offshore wind for Hull
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 17:24 UTC
British News Publisher Guardian Quits Elon Musk’s X, Says Social Media Platform Is Racist, Toxic
In its statement, the Guardian cited the presence of offensive content on the platform, such as racist and conspiracy-driven materials. With a following of 10.7 million on X, the Guardian becomes the first prominent media organization in the United Kingdom to opt out of X. Critics argue that Elon Musk, the owner of X, fails to address the issue of harmful content on his platform. The report partly read: "We wanted to let readers know that we will no longer post on any official Guardian editorial accounts on the social media site X (formerly Twitter). According to reports by Reuters, British law enforcement agencies have ceased posting on X, and several others are reviewing their involvement.
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 17:23 UTC
The Guardian quits Elon Musk’s X following Trump victory
The Guardian has announced that it is quitting Elon Musk’s social media platform X, and that the site’s coverage of the US presidential election had solidified its decision. The newspaper added that reporters would also be able to continue using the platform for news gathering purposes. “Social media can be an important tool for news organisations and help us to reach new audiences but, at this point, X now plays a diminished role in promoting our work. Our journalism is available and open to all on our website and we would prefer people to come to theguardian.com and support our work there,” said the Guardian. “We think that the benefits of being on X are now outweighed by the negatives.
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 17:18 UTC
Why The Guardian is saying goodbye to Elon Musk’s X
The Guardian has announced it will no longer post on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, from its official editorial accounts. “We wanted to let readers know that we will no longer post on any official Guardian editorial accounts on the social media site X,” the Guardian said. Concerns over disturbing content drive decision The Guardian cited the "often disturbing content" on X as the main factor behind the move, signaling a shift away from the platform. The newspaper also emphasized that its official accounts on X, which have a combined following of approximately 27 million, would no longer be used for direct posting. The Guardian, which operates over 80 accounts on X, also reassured followers that individual reporters would still be permitted to use X, within the guidelines already set by the organization.
Source:The Guardian
November 13, 2024 16:32 UTC
Joshua Kimmich: Germany captain regrets Qatar World Cup protest
Germany captain Joshua Kimmich says he and his team-mates should not have "expressed political opinions" during the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar. "We wanted to convey the message that Fifa is silencing teams," then head coach Hansi Flick said after the game. Speaking before Germany's upcoming Uefa Nations League games, Kimmich said he regretted making the gesture. We expressed political opinions and it took a bit away from the joy of the tournament. After all it is our duty to do our best when nominated because we are measured on results," Kimmich said.
Source:Express
November 13, 2024 15:18 UTC
Archbishop of Cape Town makes ‘urgent’ request for details of Smyth’s activities in South Africa
In the last months of his life, he was worshipping at an Anglican church, St Martin’s, in Cape Town. During this period, a survivor was urgently seeking assurance that efforts were being made to prevent further abuse in South Africa but was told that no further action could be taken. Bishop Conway told her that he had attempted “several times to make direct bishop-to bishop contact and had no response either”. Ms Quirk — who has apologised for not taking further action — told the victim that she had “no power to compel agencies in South Africa to respond to my concerns”. It would not have applied to Smyth, who is not recorded as having applied to undertake authorised ministry in South Africa.
Source:The Times
November 13, 2024 12:36 UTC
Kate to reflect on difficult times with carol concert
Despite the health challenges she has faced this year, Kate set her sights on being able to stage the Together At Christmas service this year. Members of the royal family will gather with the princess as some 1,600 people fill the abbey in London to see musical performances by stars including Paloma Faith, Olivia Dean and Gregory Porter. People have been nominated by charities associated with the royal family and by Lord Lieutenants, the King’s representatives in counties across the UK. Recommended reading:The Middleton family, who is said to have been a great source of support to Kate during her illness, usually attends. Last year, Kate and William were joined by their three children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
Source:The Times
November 13, 2024 12:06 UTC
Ultravox singer and solo star Midge Ure heading for Sign of the Times Festival in Little Hadham
Former Ultravox singer and solo star Midge Ure will perform hit after hit at Little Hadham’s Sign of the Times festival. The writer behind the second-highest-selling single in UK chart history has joined the Friday night line-up for the three-day event at Church End. Ure, currently on the road with his Catalogue: The Hits Tour, will appear on the main stage on Friday, June 20. Egan and Currie persuaded Ure to join an Ultravox reboot after former lead singer John Foxx quit. At the same time, Ure went on tour with Phil Lynnott’s Thin Lizzy and went on to co-write co-writing Lynott's biggest solo hit, Yellow Pearl.
Source:The Times
November 13, 2024 11:25 UTC
At COP29, Keir Starmer Announces the UK’s Ambitious Climate Targets
Britain on Tuesday announced the swiftest, most ambitious climate target of any industrial economy. In so doing, it not only laid out the economic case for clean energy, but also sought to chart a very different course from its longtime ally across the pond, the United States. Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain told delegates at the international climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, that his country would aim to reduce its emissions of planet-heating greenhouse gases by 81 percent by 2035, compared with levels in 1990. “The race is on for the clean energy jobs of the future, the economy of the future,” he said. “The economic prize on offer to the U.K. is enormous,” Ms. Clarkson said.
Source:The Times
November 13, 2024 10:58 UTC