TfL Advert Ruled Offensive By ASA despite being completely accurate

 

Transport for London had a Facebook advert removed after the Advertising Standards Authority ruled that a short clip from its “Act Like a Friend” campaign reinforced a negative racial stereotype about black males. The clip showed a black teenage boy verbally harassing a white girl on a bus while a white male friend sat beside her. The ASA said that when seen on its own the video could be interpreted as linking black males with threatening behaviour and that it was therefore irresponsible and harmful. TfL explained that the shortened edit that was complained about was part of a longer film showing a range of scenarios and characters, and said it would no longer use that specific clip.

The ruling has struck some as absurd. The original campaign was aimed at encouraging people to intervene safely in cases of sexual harassment and hate crime on the transport network. The advert was reflecting a real problem that passengers can face, and it showed a situation in which a bystander could step in. Yet the ASA decision means that unless the perpetrator in such adverts is a white man, the clip is likely to be banned. A single viewer complaint led to this outcome and TfL has now withdrawn the short edit in question, even though the longer film had broader context and accuracy in showing the issue it was designed to address.

The most recent official UK figures show that for all types of recorded crime across England and Wales, black people were arrested at a rate of about 20.4 per 1,000 people in the year to March 2023 compared with a rate of 9.4 per 1,000 for white people.

The Streisand effect is a phenomenon where attempting to suppress or censor information only makes it more widely known. It is named after Barbra Streisand, who in 2003 tried to prevent photographs of her Malibu home from being published online, which inadvertently drew far more attention to the images than if she had done nothing. Essentially, the more effort is made to hide something, the more people notice it and share it, often turning the attempt at control into a form of viral publicity.

What happened in Rhode Island with the Ice Hockey Shooting

 

A high school hockey game at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, turned tragic when gunfire erupted among spectators gathered for a senior night event. Police responded to reports of shots fired and later confirmed that two people were killed and several others were injured. The suspect was found dead at the scene from a self inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities identified the shooter as a transgender woman, publicly named in official statements, and described the incident as stemming from a domestic dispute rather than a random attack.

Investigators have indicated that the victims were connected to the suspect, and early findings point to family tensions as part of the background to the violence. The shooting caused panic inside the arena, with players and attendees seeking shelter as officers secured the building. Local officials expressed shock and sorrow at the loss of life, while the wider community continues to process the impact of yet another example of Trans violence occurring at what should have been a routine school sporting event.

Jacob Rees-Mogg explains why wealth taxes do not work.

 

Jacob Rees-Mogg is a British politician, author and businessman who spent more than a decade at the centre of UK public life. First elected as Conservative MP for North East Somerset in 2010, he became a well known parliamentary figure and went on to serve in senior government posts including Leader of the House of Commons and Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. Alongside politics, he built a career in investment management as a co-founder of Somerset Capital Management, reflecting a long standing interest in economics and global markets. Educated at Eton and Oxford, he is recognised for his articulate debating style, deep engagement with constitutional issues and a distinctive public persona that made him one of the most recognisable figures in modern British politics.

Paul Joseph Watson on the cover up of an Afghan rapist

 

Ahmad Mulakhil, a 23-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, was found guilty at Warwick Crown Court of raping and abducting a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, along with additional sexual offences. The court heard that he had committed the attack on 22 July and was later identified by police after using a government-funded payment card to buy energy drinks just minutes after leaving the scene.

Dude pulls off epic half time dance when caught on the big screen.

 

Guy has been ready for this moment his entire life!

TPUSA Presents: The ALL-AMERICAN HALFTIME SHOW

 

Turning Point USA’s “All-American Halftime Show” on Super Bowl Sunday on February 8, 2026 brought a buzz of its own to the sidelines of the NFL’s big game. Streamed live online while the official Super Bowl halftime performance was taking place, the event featured lively sets from Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice and Gabby Barrett. Across platforms like YouTube and other streaming sites, millions of viewers tuned in to enjoy a mix of country and rock influences that celebrated themes many felt strongly about. Within just 14 hours viewership climbed past 19 million, a solid showing for a broadcast produced independently of the main NFL spectacle.

Fans and performers alike brought energy to the show with spirited music and a strong sense of community. There was a feeling of togetherness as the songs shifted from familiar anthems to heartfelt ballads, all streamed free for anyone to watch. The broadcast captured a moment where entertainment and cultural conversation intersected in a memorable way, marking a unique chapter in Super Bowl history.

With special performances from Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett.

As this was a live stream, the main performances start at 40 minutes in.

COMPETITION: Win Mystery Road: Origin Series 2 on DVD

Acorn Media International has announced that Mystery Road: Origin Series 2 is set to arrive on DVD and digital on 16 February, following its run on the BBC.

And to celebrate we have a copy of Season 2 on DVD to give away!

Synopsis:

Six months on from the previous series, the young detective is attempting to forge a new life with partner Mary (Narkle) in the fading town of Loch Iris, caring for Mary’s niece, Anya, and awaiting the birth of their first child. It doesn’t take long however, for the majesty of the tall trees in the brooding surrounding forests and the deep lake that shimmers at the edge of town to take on gothic dimensions…

When Jay begins to investigate the disappearance of a young girl and the drowning of a former nun, Loch Iris closes rank around him. As the pieces of the crime start to come together, the detective starts to realise the entire community has been hiding a shadowy past that haunts the town. As the long buried past ripples through to the present and the secret is unearthed, it threatens to tear Jay and Mary apart forever.

With a stunning new location, Mystery Road Origin: Series 2 opens up an immersive visual feast for the eyes set amongst the trees, dams and waterways of Western Australia.

For a captivating combination of rich characters, intricate backstories, powerful themes and scenic Australian landscapes, unearth the secrets of Mystery Road: Origin Series 2, the journey is only just beginning.

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