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When it comes to scams, journalism is letting down the public

How to Survive the Internet • 139 implied HN points • 25 Oct 24
📰 News Journalism Scams Public interest Media Ethics Investigative Reporting
  1. Many people have shared their scam experiences, highlighting how common these issues are. They often feel lost because police and mainstream media aren't helping them.
  2. Journalists can play a crucial role in exposing and stopping scams. It's important for them to recognize this responsibility beyond just informing the public.
  3. The media often misses ongoing scams because they lack the resources or willingness to investigate them. This can lead to many victims not receiving the help they need.

Cleverly avoids contempt proceedings

A Lawyer Writes • 373 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Legal issues Immigration Policies Public interest
  1. High Court judge refrained from launching contempt proceedings against the home secretary despite serious errors in handling an entry clearance application.
  2. Home secretary acknowledged major errors made in the case and offered a sincere apology to the applicant and the tribunal.
  3. Decision was made not to initiate contempt proceedings due to acknowledgment of breaches, apology, unintentional nature of breaches, and measures taken to prevent recurrence.

Update 8/2/23

FOIA Around And Find Out • 432 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
📰 News Investigative Journalism Legal Battles Government transparency Public interest
  1. Author is involved in litigations under Freedom of Information Act and Open Records laws against the US government and individuals.
  2. Author is a journalist without formal training, focusing on researching scandals and seeking transparency from the government.
  3. Author emphasizes the importance of citizens questioning government actions and being informed about their privacy rights.

Luigi Mangione's "manifesto"

Unreported Truths • 56 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Media Public interest Political Commentary Justice
  1. Luigi Mangione wrote a note claiming he acted alone in a violent incident, expressing his frustrations with powerful companies exploiting the healthcare system.
  2. He believes that the U.S. has a big problem with healthcare costs and life expectancy, suggesting that many are aware of the issue but no real change has happened.
  3. Mangione's note was made public by a journalist, raising concerns about how some media outlets might not share important information with the public.
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Daily Exasperation #9

Exasperated Infrastructures • 7 implied HN points • 14 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Infrastructure Legislation Public interest Urban planning
  1. The author discusses the lack of efficient travel options between cities in the US compared to Europe.
  2. There is a call for a change in legislative approaches to prioritize people's interests over moneyed ones.
  3. The article emphasizes the need for a clearer vision for New York City's future to address current and potential issues.