The Atlantic was forced to issue a major correction to a report late on Friday night, admitting that an author lied to them and their readers, after a media critic at The Washington Post dug into the report and found numerous issues with it. Washington Post media critic Erik Wemple dismantled a piece authored by Ruth Shalit Barrett, who allegedly has a checkered past including “ a trail of journalistic scandal. ” The story that Wemple picked apart led readers to believe that fencing was a dangerous, bloody sport. Barrett wrote about two injuries allegedly sustained by a young girl in Connecticut last year. The Atlantic article claimed that the girl was “stabbed in the jugular” right “next to the carotid artery.” The article also claimed that the 12-year-old girl, Sloane, had previously been “gashed so deeply in the thigh that blood seeped through her pants.” Wemple began: The Erik Wemple Blog wrote last week that these counted as freakish events in one of the world’s … [Read more...] about The Atlantic Forced To Issue Major Correction To Report After Admitting Author ‘Deceived’ Readers | The Daily Wire
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Misleading viral content is killing people. Why are we still consuming it?
About once a day, while I’m scrolling through TikTok or Instagram in a state of euphoric online dissociation, I’ll come across a video that’s so stupid that it briefly makes me consider putting my phone down and doing some actual work (I never do, but still). I’m not talking about your run of the mill stupid videos either, like of somebody falling down or doing an embarrassing little dance. I’m talking about those “hack” videos where a person tells you that you should try cooking steak in a toaster , or bedazzling your tongue with sequins. Those videos that look like something Neil Buchanan would make if he lost his mind, where a person encourages the viewer to do something completely pointless that at best won’t work, and at worst could harm them. As frustrating as those videos are, it’s that potential for harm that I find the most disturbing about them. Not only is this misinformation often completely unregulated, but it is also actively promoted – and in some … [Read more...] about Misleading viral content is killing people. Why are we still consuming it?
Billie Jean King: Star’s ‘wake up call’ diagnosis after developing eating disorder aged 51
Billie Jean King discusses taking responsibility through tennis Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The former world No.1 tennis player has spoken openly about her eating disorder in the past as well as her type 2 diabetes diagnosis, which runs in her family. Now 78 years old, King is known for not only her tennis career but her advocacy of gender equality and social justice. Combining her two passions, King won the "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match against the 55-year-old Bobby Riggs back in 1973 which motivated her to create the Women’s Tennis Association. Long after her professional tennis career had ended, King was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes , a diagnosis that … [Read more...] about Billie Jean King: Star’s ‘wake up call’ diagnosis after developing eating disorder aged 51
How to keep your summer tan from fading, according to a skincare expert
After three years of dealing with the UK’s temperamental sunshine, going to a warmer country was high on the to-do list this year. Swimming in the sea or a lake just doesn’t have the same effect when the chances of rain are high and the clouds are looming. An obvious consequence of jetting off to tropical countries in high summer is a brand new tan, which, despite not necessarily being good for you, often makes us feel a thousand times better. While it’s important to remember that there’s no such thing as a healthy tan, because all tans are a result of sun damage whether you burn or not, simply existing in a hotter climate with a high UV index is likely to leave you slightly more bronzed than when you arrived (yes, even when you use factor 50+). It goes without saying that many of us feel much more attractive with a summer glow, so how do we keep our tan from fading? How long does the average tan last? Founder and clinic director of skin health clinic London … [Read more...] about How to keep your summer tan from fading, according to a skincare expert
For easy summer makeup, sheer and balmy textures are the way to go – here are our top buys
Summer is around the corner and with the hot weather comes the reality of a sweatier, oilier face. So our makeup tends to get lighter in consistency, with foundations swapped out for skin tints and heavy powders ditched. Makeup in sheer or balmy textures becomes a blessing. While it’s not the most mask transfer-proof finish, a sheer texture is quick and easy to top up. Usually only a quick blend with the pad of a finger (over a brush and sponge) is all you need. Dominic Skinner, global senior artist at MAC Cosmetics tells Metro.co.uk these textures also allow you to experiment with playful colours in a failsafe way. Using blusher as an example, he says: ‘Bold looks always find a way to filter to the high street. ‘So a bold, yet sheer, pop of blush has its origins in fashion week but made more wearable.’ So as well as being quicker to apply and less heavy on the skin, you can afford to go brighter or more statement than you normally would, in the knowledge … [Read more...] about For easy summer makeup, sheer and balmy textures are the way to go – here are our top buys
Line Of Duty’s Martin Compston ‘walking on air’ at thought of independent Scotland
Line Of Duty: Detectives interview Terry Boyle after arrest Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Scottish actor plays Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott in Line Of Duty , which airs its second episode tonight. Prior to his role in the BBC crime drama , he had leading roles in Monarch Of The Glen, The Nest and Wee Man. But the 36-year-old has also hit the headlines for being a vocal supporter of Scottish Independence in recent years. Related articles Line of Duty's Vicky McClure addresses dispute with co-stars on set Is Kate Fleming sleeping with DCI Davidson? Compston described the atmosphere surrounding Scotland’s vote to … [Read more...] about Line Of Duty’s Martin Compston ‘walking on air’ at thought of independent Scotland
1,400 holiday cottage owners set to quit Wales over new occupancy rules
Opposition is growing to new occupancy rules for second homes and holiday lets (Image: Finest Retreats) Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A petition has been launched over fears the policy will devastate a sector that underpins large parts of rural Wales without any of the hoped-for housing supply benefits. Unions, trade bodies and holiday operators have stepped up lobbying efforts as the full implications sink in. Related articles M4 chaos as furious drivers BLOCK major motorway bridge Woman spends day in police cells over bin bags she put out 8 years a From April 1, 2023, the Welsh Government will insist that self-catering properties … [Read more...] about 1,400 holiday cottage owners set to quit Wales over new occupancy rules