All articles tagged with #outrage
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
Videos of a federal agent pushing a woman to the ground during an immigration courthouse confrontation in New York have sparked outrage, with calls for disciplinary action amid concerns over aggressive ICE tactics and treatment of migrants.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by HuffPost
Jimmy Kimmel humorously criticizes Donald Trump and his son for their social media attacks and outrage over a Cracker Barrel AI video, mocking their childishness and dismissing the controversy as trivial.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Israeli far-right security minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted a provocative video taunting imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, sparking outrage and condemnation from Palestinian officials, highlighting tensions and concerns over the treatment of Palestinian prisoners.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The author reflects on her experience reporting from Gaza and Israel, highlighting how cynicism and fear within the media have dulled public outrage over ongoing atrocities, including war crimes and genocide, and questions why the world has been slow to respond to Gaza's suffering.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by aftermath.site
The term 'friendslop,' a made-up label for co-op games played with friends, gained popularity online through mockery and discourse, illustrating how social media engagement often fuels outrage and misinformation rather than genuine discussion. The article explores how platform dynamics and the pursuit of likes lead to exaggerated outrage cycles, which can distort perceptions of gaming and broader issues, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and enjoying games with friends instead of getting caught up in online outrage.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
The expansion of the College Football Playoff to 12 teams has increased controversy over the initial rankings, with notable outrage over perceived favoritism towards Big Ten teams and the undervaluation of BYU, despite their strong record. The rankings have sparked debate over the criteria used by the committee, with teams like SMU and Ole Miss also feeling slighted. The rankings are seen as inconsistent, with metrics like FPI and SP+ influencing decisions, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among fans and teams.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by 9to5Mac
Adobe's new terms and conditions for apps like Photoshop have sparked outrage among professional users, who are concerned about the company's rights to access, use, and sublicense their content. Users must agree to these terms to continue using Adobe apps, leading to backlash from professionals who work with proprietary files and are under NDAs. Critics argue that Adobe has failed to clearly explain the purpose of these terms, causing significant dissatisfaction.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by HuffPost
CBS angered Billy Joel fans by cutting off the broadcast of his 100th concert at Madison Square Garden in the middle of his performance of "Piano Man," following a delay caused by extended coverage of golf's Masters Tournament. Viewers expressed outrage on social media, comparing the incident to the infamous 1968 "Heidi" game. Some local stations apologized for the abrupt cut-off, attributing it to higher-level decisions. Fans criticized CBS for excessive commercials, airing the concert late, and cutting it off during a classic song, leading to widespread anger and disappointment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
CBS infuriated Billy Joel fans by cutting off the broadcast of his 100th concert at Madison Square Garden in the middle of "Piano Man" due to a delayed start from golf's Masters Tournament and an unexpected switch to local news. Viewers expressed outrage on social media, comparing the incident to the infamous "Heidi" game and criticizing CBS for the poor handling of the concert telecast. Local stations and sports directors issued apologies, but fans remained upset over the abrupt ending to the highly anticipated event.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Malak Afaneh, an anti-Israel student, interrupted a dinner at Berkeley Law School, accusing the dean's wife of being a racist groper. Afaneh defended her actions, claiming she was assaulted and portraying herself as a victim. The dean, Erwin Chemerinsky, expressed sadness over the incident and emphasized his commitment to freedom of speech and creating an inclusive community. The student's interruption was to call for an end to the university's financial support of Israel, sparking outrage and backlash.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A photo of Hamas terrorists parading the near-naked body of Shani Louk, a victim of their deadly Oct. 7 onslaught, has won a prestigious photo-of-the-year prize, sparking widespread outrage and condemnation. The image, part of an Associated Press collection, has been criticized as an outrageous desecration of Jewish life, with many expressing disgust and anger over its recognition. The photojournalism award has faced backlash for dishonoring Louk's memory and for celebrating the freelance photojournalist who captured the tragic image.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
Instagram quietly rolled out a new default content-filtering tool that limits political content without directly informing users, sparking outrage and accusations of censorship from users across the political spectrum. The feature, hidden in settings, limits suggested content related to governments, elections, and social topics affecting a large group of people. Many users missed the announcement and expressed shock and suspicion, with some believing it targets their specific political views, leading to widespread backlash and concern over the platform's impact on political discourse.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Nebraska State Senator Steve Halloran incited outrage and calls for his resignation after reading a graphic rape scene from the book "Lucky" on the floor of the Capitol, interjecting the names of two Democratic colleagues into the text during a debate about legislation on school book content restrictions. The move was criticized as unnecessary harassment and led to an emotional response from one of the Democrats, Machaela Cavanaugh, who accused Halloran of cruelty and lacking understanding of the impact of sexual violence on women.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
West Point's decision to remove "Duty, Honor, Country" from its mission statement in favor of emphasizing the Army Values has sparked controversy and outrage, with some critics accusing the academy of going "woke" and undermining its traditional values. However, officials maintain that the motto remains foundational to the institution's culture and will always be its guiding principle.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
West Point's decision to remove "Duty, Honor, Country" from its mission statement in favor of emphasizing the Army Values has sparked controversy, with some accusing the academy of going "woke" and undermining its traditional values. Officials maintain that the motto remains foundational and unchanged, but critics argue that the alteration reflects a broader shift in the institution's priorities.