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crime2 years ago•8 min saved

"Disturbing Ex-GCHQ Worker's Attempted Murder of Female US Spy Exposes Dark World of Incels"

Joshua Bowles, a former GCHQ worker, has been sentenced to life in prison for attempting to murder a female spy from the National Security Agency (NSA) in Cheltenham. Bowles, motivated by his involuntarily celibate status as an "incel," targeted the NSA employee after being rejected romantically by her predecessor and feeling overlooked for a promotion. While prosecutors argued terrorism as the motive, Bowles' defense framed him as an incel. The incel community consists of heterosexual men who harbor resentment towards women due to their inability to find sexual partners. This case highlights the growing concern of the incel movement and its potential link to violence.

via Daily Mail|

#attempted-murder #crime #gchq

film2 years ago•2 min saved

David Fincher's Unapologetic Stance on Interpretation and Origin Stories

Director David Fincher has stated that he is not responsible for how people interpret his film Fight Club and cannot help those who fail to understand that the character Tyler Durden is a negative influence. Fincher dismisses the notion that the film supports the worldview of incels and compares interpretation to viewing art. He also discusses his latest film The Killer, his involvement with Netflix, and his unsuccessful pitch to direct a Spider-Man film. Additionally, Fincher mentions the possibility of a sequel to The Social Network but considers it a "can of worms."

via NME|

#david-fincher #fight-club #film

social-issues2 years ago•3 min saved

Unraveling the Distorted Dating Perspective of Incels

A study conducted by the University of Texas has revealed that incels, or involuntary celibates, have lower standards for potential partners compared to men who are not part of the group. The research also found that incels were more likely to be of shorter height, which could contribute to their feelings of rejection. The study showed that incels attribute their singlehood to external factors, such as competition from other men, and tend to underestimate women's desire for intelligence, kindness, and humor. Incels, who often advocate violence and rape against women, have been responsible for a growing number of terror attacks in recent years.

via Daily Mail|

#dating #height #incels

technologysocial-issues2 years ago•3 min saved

The Rise of AI Girlfriends: Implications and Concerns

Experts warn that AI girlfriends could be contributing to the rise of incels and perpetuating extreme misogyny. Creating a perfect partner that can be controlled and meets every need may lead to problems later on, as it reinforces the belief that men can control women. While some argue that these apps provide a safe outlet for lonely men, others caution that their long-term effects are unknown and call for more regulation in how these systems are trained.

via Dazed|

#ai-girlfriends #incels #misogyny

mental-health2 years ago•6 min saved

The Psychiatric Struggle of Incels and Mental Health Professionals' Inability to Help

A new study published in Behavioral Sciences of Terrorism and Political Aggression found that individuals who identify as incels (involuntary celibates) have higher rates of self-reported mental health disorders compared to the general male population. Despite their elevated psychiatric symptoms, incels tend to be distrustful of mental health professionals. The study suggests that effective mental health interventions could potentially reduce the risks of self-harm and violent radicalization among incels. Coping strategies reported by incels included participating in incel web forums, media entertainment, pornography, social media, and food.

via PsyPost|

#coping-strategies #incels #mental-health