Recently there have been many complaints about the content of music videos, and the government is planning to take action. These complaints mostly come from worried parents who do not want their children watching inappropriate music videos. The government agrees with parents by launching a report. This report helps parents to add complaints and to check the content of music videos. Parents are also helping setting standards on music videos, which help determine what is appropriate to view on the media. Franchises are also being controlled to stem pupils from buying them and using them in schools. A well-known example of a provocative music video is the latest video of singer Rihanna. She has already received many complaints from parents. However this is not the first report sent to the government, there have been three previous report sent, with no results.
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Source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2011/jun/02/music-videos-face-crackdown-sexualised-content
Opinion
I agree with the parents. Music videos are displaying inappropriate content daily, and nothing is being done about it. The videos should be censured, or the content should be adapted to the viewers. Children should not watch these videos at an early age, even in their early teens they could be influenced. This influence is clearly seen; especially girls dress skimpy, giving the wrong message.
vrijdag 3 juni 2011
Famous assistant suicide doctor passed away
Dr. Jack Kevorkian passed away at eighty-three. He was notorious for assisting 130 suicides. People who were ill and wanted to end their lives used to visit him for lethal injections. Dr. Kevorkian provided these injections from his Volkswagen, where he stored the illegal drugs. This continued from 1990 till 1999, when Dr. Kevorkian was arrested and sentenced. He was sentenced for twenty-five years in prison; however he was released after eight years due to several illnesses. He had to pay a price though, his license was taken. Last year a biographical film was made about him starring Al Pacino. The result was an increase of coverage to Dr. Kevorkian. Dr. Kevorkian did not think that many people are drawn to the subject assistant suicide, despite the attention from the media. The legendary actor Al Pacino acclaimed him well, showing that their cooperation for the film was successful.
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Source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2011/jun/03/dr-death-jack-kevorkian-dies
Opinion
I do not know anything about this doctor or about his crimes before I read this article, however I am slightly saddened about this death. I understand if people want to end their lives because they cannot recover from an illness. They are going to die anyway; why not let them die on their own terms? Especially if they have a very painful illness, they deserve to die painless. I can imagine very well what families must feel when someone they love is suffering from a painful illness. I do not understand why it is even a crime if there is mutual consent. I hope that in the future more people can relate to what I am stating.
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Source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2011/jun/03/dr-death-jack-kevorkian-dies
Opinion
I do not know anything about this doctor or about his crimes before I read this article, however I am slightly saddened about this death. I understand if people want to end their lives because they cannot recover from an illness. They are going to die anyway; why not let them die on their own terms? Especially if they have a very painful illness, they deserve to die painless. I can imagine very well what families must feel when someone they love is suffering from a painful illness. I do not understand why it is even a crime if there is mutual consent. I hope that in the future more people can relate to what I am stating.
maandag 23 mei 2011
Young adult spent over 20,000£ on plastic surgery
Summary
A woman who lives in the West Midlands has spent over thousands of pounds on plastic surgery and on her appearance. She is a single parent; she has a daughter who is two years old. When she was thirteen she became a model after someone picked her out at a store. The modeling job made her realize the importance of her appearance. At eighteen she had her first plastic surgery by enlarging her breasts. Afterwards she ‘’improved’’ her nose, eyebrows, lips, teeth, and brow. In addition to these surgeries she occasionally tans her skin by going to a salon and by taking drugs. She also has hair extensions and buys expensive make-up. The woman is now twenty years old, she is afraid of wrinkles and other facial lines. As a solution she uses Botox regularly. However she does not want her daughter to have plastic surgery. Just ‘’improving’’ her breasts is enough in the future.
Words: 155
Link: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/woman/fashion/beauty/3595135/20-year-old-cosmetic-surgery-addict.html
Opinion
While I was reading this article my jaw dropped. When I finished reading I was lost for words. This is unspeakably absurd and sad. This woman has clearly a twisted view of perfection. There is no such thing as perfection, she is very delirious. I saw a picture of her when she was thirteen, she looked much better. I am worried about her daughter as well; I hope that she does not end up like her mother.
A woman who lives in the West Midlands has spent over thousands of pounds on plastic surgery and on her appearance. She is a single parent; she has a daughter who is two years old. When she was thirteen she became a model after someone picked her out at a store. The modeling job made her realize the importance of her appearance. At eighteen she had her first plastic surgery by enlarging her breasts. Afterwards she ‘’improved’’ her nose, eyebrows, lips, teeth, and brow. In addition to these surgeries she occasionally tans her skin by going to a salon and by taking drugs. She also has hair extensions and buys expensive make-up. The woman is now twenty years old, she is afraid of wrinkles and other facial lines. As a solution she uses Botox regularly. However she does not want her daughter to have plastic surgery. Just ‘’improving’’ her breasts is enough in the future.
Words: 155
Link: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/woman/fashion/beauty/3595135/20-year-old-cosmetic-surgery-addict.html
Opinion
While I was reading this article my jaw dropped. When I finished reading I was lost for words. This is unspeakably absurd and sad. This woman has clearly a twisted view of perfection. There is no such thing as perfection, she is very delirious. I saw a picture of her when she was thirteen, she looked much better. I am worried about her daughter as well; I hope that she does not end up like her mother.
Headmistress cancelled school trip to a Mosque
Summary
A primary school in south-west London scheduled a school trip to a mosque on the 24th of May. This trip was recently cancelled by the head mistress because she thought it was unsafe for the children. The death of Bin Laden received a mixed reception. Most people were relieved and glad that the terrorist is finally dead. However there were some who protested against his death, and declared that more attacks are going to happen. Consequently many people are afraid of visiting places where attacks could happen for example airports, famous buildings and Mosques. The headmistress stated she received positive reactions; however some parents are appalled by the cancellation. The trip was part of a project which goal was to educate children about faith and other cultures. The parents thought that the cancellation was not discerning, and it could give the wrong impression about Muslims.
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Link:http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1389818/Primary-school-mosque-trip-cancelled-ridiculous-Bin-Laden-revenge-fear-headmistress.html
Opinion
I think that the cancellation was beyond the pale. By preventing children to visit Mosques the headmistress is teaching them that Muslims are dangerous. The children will not learn anything about other cultures, especially the Muslim culture. The Mosque is an essential part of the Muslim culture. The headmistress is also presumptuous by thinking that the Mosque which they were supposed to visit is going to be attacked. The chance that Bin Laden’s supporters are going to attack this Mosque is highly refuting. I think that the headmistress should be taught about faith and other cultures, not the children.
A primary school in south-west London scheduled a school trip to a mosque on the 24th of May. This trip was recently cancelled by the head mistress because she thought it was unsafe for the children. The death of Bin Laden received a mixed reception. Most people were relieved and glad that the terrorist is finally dead. However there were some who protested against his death, and declared that more attacks are going to happen. Consequently many people are afraid of visiting places where attacks could happen for example airports, famous buildings and Mosques. The headmistress stated she received positive reactions; however some parents are appalled by the cancellation. The trip was part of a project which goal was to educate children about faith and other cultures. The parents thought that the cancellation was not discerning, and it could give the wrong impression about Muslims.
Words: 152
Link:http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1389818/Primary-school-mosque-trip-cancelled-ridiculous-Bin-Laden-revenge-fear-headmistress.html
Opinion
I think that the cancellation was beyond the pale. By preventing children to visit Mosques the headmistress is teaching them that Muslims are dangerous. The children will not learn anything about other cultures, especially the Muslim culture. The Mosque is an essential part of the Muslim culture. The headmistress is also presumptuous by thinking that the Mosque which they were supposed to visit is going to be attacked. The chance that Bin Laden’s supporters are going to attack this Mosque is highly refuting. I think that the headmistress should be taught about faith and other cultures, not the children.
zaterdag 14 mei 2011
Sixty year old woman brutally murdered
Summary
Recently there was a horrific murder of a sixty year old woman in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. She was beheaded and stabbed several times. Her identity was unknown, until not long ago. She was identified as Mrs. Jennifer Mills-Westley, a woman who is retired. She was travelling after her retirement between France and Tenerife. She was on holiday in Tenerife when she was bothered by the behavior of a twenty-eight year old man. After she sought the security guard for help, the man attacked her brutally, causing her death. Now that her identity is known, her funeral can be organized by her family-members and friends.
Words: 111
Link: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/spain/8513865/British-woman-beheaded-in-Tenerife-named.html
opinion
The headlines caught my attention. I was horrified that someone could murder in such a cruel manner. The fact that the victim is a harmless retired sixty year old woman made me shocked. The attacker is very cruel and a coward. She could not have defended herself even if she had tried. The murderer should be punished, sending him to prison for life would be the best solution. He does not deserve the death penalty.
Recently there was a horrific murder of a sixty year old woman in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. She was beheaded and stabbed several times. Her identity was unknown, until not long ago. She was identified as Mrs. Jennifer Mills-Westley, a woman who is retired. She was travelling after her retirement between France and Tenerife. She was on holiday in Tenerife when she was bothered by the behavior of a twenty-eight year old man. After she sought the security guard for help, the man attacked her brutally, causing her death. Now that her identity is known, her funeral can be organized by her family-members and friends.
Words: 111
Link: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/spain/8513865/British-woman-beheaded-in-Tenerife-named.html
opinion
The headlines caught my attention. I was horrified that someone could murder in such a cruel manner. The fact that the victim is a harmless retired sixty year old woman made me shocked. The attacker is very cruel and a coward. She could not have defended herself even if she had tried. The murderer should be punished, sending him to prison for life would be the best solution. He does not deserve the death penalty.
Old laws are not enough against new drugs
Summary
Results have proven that the current laws for UK drugs are not fit for the new drugs. This was informed at the 40th anniversary of the Drug Act recently. Forty years ago these laws were providing sufficient protection which controls new drugs and expels the dangerous kind. However as society grows with the ages, drugs also grow and become modern. This trend causes a surge of ‘’new drugs’’. These drugs have adjusted to the current law, and therefore access can be granted easily. As an initiative these drugs will be analyzed. As a result the current laws will adjust to the new drugs.
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Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2011/may/14/drug-laws-bans-legal-highs
Opinion
I also think that some laws are outdated, which can generate new problems. People can get access to drugs easier than a couple of years ago. I am also relieved to find that the UK also has problems with the old laws. The best solution is the adjust these ‘’old laws’’ or to make a new law against the illegally usage of drugs.
Results have proven that the current laws for UK drugs are not fit for the new drugs. This was informed at the 40th anniversary of the Drug Act recently. Forty years ago these laws were providing sufficient protection which controls new drugs and expels the dangerous kind. However as society grows with the ages, drugs also grow and become modern. This trend causes a surge of ‘’new drugs’’. These drugs have adjusted to the current law, and therefore access can be granted easily. As an initiative these drugs will be analyzed. As a result the current laws will adjust to the new drugs.
Words: 111
Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2011/may/14/drug-laws-bans-legal-highs
Opinion
I also think that some laws are outdated, which can generate new problems. People can get access to drugs easier than a couple of years ago. I am also relieved to find that the UK also has problems with the old laws. The best solution is the adjust these ‘’old laws’’ or to make a new law against the illegally usage of drugs.
donderdag 12 mei 2011
Famous designer sued and fired
The famous designer John Galliano was sued by three people. They claim he has used improper and racist language against them. It started when a couple in Paris were attacked by severly improper language. They were assaulted by the designer who yelled angrily at them. After they called the police and sued the designer, another person stepped forward with the same complaint. In the case there is even prove of the attack. The designer was filmed while he was verbally abusing the victim. Eventually the designer was fired, and he is expected at court in June. The reactions are not positive. The famous company Dior fired Galliano from their campaign. An advisor who has worked for him over eight years broke all contact. The designer will probably face over six months in prison.
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Link: http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/article/TMG8509639/John-Galliano-to-stand-trial-in-June.html
Opinion
I think that the only reason this item is published because the designer is famous. If he man was not famous this news was not published. According to the article it seems as if the designer is some kind of saint. However he is a man, and being famous does not give his the right to bully everyone else. The designer deserves what came over him. I do not symphatize with him at all. He should be punished like everyone else.
Words: 140
Link: http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/article/TMG8509639/John-Galliano-to-stand-trial-in-June.html
Opinion
I think that the only reason this item is published because the designer is famous. If he man was not famous this news was not published. According to the article it seems as if the designer is some kind of saint. However he is a man, and being famous does not give his the right to bully everyone else. The designer deserves what came over him. I do not symphatize with him at all. He should be punished like everyone else.
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