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St George’s Flag — Should England Start Taking Real Pride in It?

Over the past month, thousands of St George’s Crosses and Union Jacks have appeared on lampposts, roundabouts, and high streets across England. What began with fans cheering on the Lionesses at the Euros has grown into a wider campaign known as “Raise the Colours.”

Supporters say the flags are about pride, heritage, and patriotism — a way to celebrate England’s history, freedoms, and culture. Some communities have crowdfunded thousands of pounds to buy more flags, while campaigners say they’re reclaiming national symbols long neglected by political leaders.

But critics argue the movement feels intimidating and has been hijacked by far-right groups. They point to vandalism, like red crosses spray-painted on roundabouts, as proof it risks fueling division. For them, patriotism should unite, not provoke fear or exclusion.

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3 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Notting Hill Carnival — Time to Cancel It?

This year’s Notting Hill Carnival drew nearly 2 million people to London’s streets — but it wasn’t without controversy. Despite heavy policing, including drones, knife arches, and facial recognition cameras, there were over 400 arrests and two stabbings.

Supporters say the carnival remains a vital celebration of Caribbean heritage, unity, and diversity, with serious violence actually lower than previous years. They point out it pumps millions into the local economy and remains a symbol of London’s multicultural identity.

But critics argue the event has become too risky and expensive, with £11 million spent on policing alone. Even organizers admit without long-term funding, the carnival may struggle to survive — raising the question of whether it can continue safely.

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3 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Snoop Dogg vs LGBTQ+: Do You Side With Him?

On a recent podcast, Snoop Dogg admitted that LGBTQ+ themes in kids’ movies, like Pixar’s Lightyear, made him feel “scared to go to the movies.” When his grandson asked, “How she have a baby with a woman?” Snoop said he was left speechless.

The backlash was instant — critics accused him of being homophobic and unwilling to see the moment as a chance to explain diversity to children. Memes and angry posts flooded social media, calling his comments outdated.

But not everyone disagreed. Some parents said they understood Snoop’s reaction, arguing that children’s movies shouldn’t be the place to introduce conversations about sexuality — and that families should be able to decide how and when those topics come up.

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3 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Europe’s Identity Shift: 700% Rise in ‘Muhammad’ — Good or Dangerous?

Across Europe, reports show an extraordinary 700% rise in baby boys being named Muhammad (and its variations) over the past two decades. In places like Austria, it’s gone from just 1 in 1,670 boys to about 1 in 200 today.

For many, this reflects the growth and confidence of Europe’s Muslim communities. But others see it as proof that demographic change — and cultural replacement — is happening far faster than predicted.

Is this just a natural shift in diverse societies, or a warning sign that Europe’s own identity and traditions are being overshadowed?

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4 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Epstein Files: Ghislaine Maxwell — Should President Trump Pardon Her?

The Epstein Files just got messier. Ghislaine Maxwell — serving a 20-year sentence for child sex trafficking — is back in the headlines with explosive claims.

She denies introducing Prince Andrew to Epstein, instead pointing fingers at Sarah Ferguson and Lady de Rothschild. She’s also dismissed the infamous photo of Andrew and Virginia Giuffre as “literally a fake.” Incredibly, Maxwell even floated that Princess Diana may have been “set up” with Epstein — though without evidence.

Maxwell defended Donald Trump, saying she never saw him behave improperly. But critics argue she’s trying to rewrite history and position herself for a possible presidential pardon. Survivors’ advocates are outraged, warning her words are about deflection, not truth.

Epstein Files: Ghislaine Maxwell — Do you think President Trump should pardon her? 🤔
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4 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Trump’s Crackdown: Should He Expand It Nationwide?

First it was Washington D.C. — now President Trump is eyeing New York and Chicago for a federal crime crackdown. He’s even suggested bringing in the regular military to “make cities safe.”

Backers say it’s a bold move to restore order. Opponents warn it’s federal overreach and point out that crime in some of these cities is already at record lows.

From D.C. to New York — should Trump roll this out nationwide? 🤔 Share your view 👇
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4 months ago | [YT] | 0

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Is Elvis’ ‘The King’ Title Racist?

A fiery rant from U.S. broadcaster Joy Reid has lit up the internet — she says calling Elvis Presley “The King” is racist. 🎤🔥

Her argument? Elvis built fame by recording music first pioneered by Black artists, like Big Mama Thornton’s Hound Dog. She claims his crown as “The King” erases the Black roots of rock, R&B, and country.

But critics hit back — saying Elvis didn’t invent the style, but he helped bring Black music to mainstream audiences in a segregated America.

Joy Reid sparks outrage saying Elvis’ “The King” title is racist — do you agree?🤔

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4 months ago | [YT] | 1

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Nigerian-Slovak Moses Itauma: Boxing’s Next Big Thing?
From the Slovak mountains to the streets of Kent to Saudi’s grand stage — Moses Itauma’s journey couldn’t be more cinematic.

At just 20, he KO’d Dillian Whyte in under two minutes, earned a top-10 heavyweight ranking, and now the world is watching.

Born in Slovakia to a Nigerian father and Slovak mother, Itauma’s family faced racism before moving to the UK, where he found boxing at age 9. Inspired by his brother Karol, he built a style influenced by legends like Prince Naseem Hamed.

Now, even former champion David Haye says Itauma looks more impressive than Joshua or Fury did at the same age — calling him a potential generational talent.

Did you watch the fight? Do you think Moses Itauma has what it takes to be the future face of heavyweight boxing? 🤔
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4 months ago | [YT] | 2

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Jailed for a Tweet – Two-Tier Justice in the UK?
The jailing of Lucy Connolly has stirred fierce debate in Britain about the boundaries of free speech and the consistency of sentencing. Connolly, a former childminder and councillor’s wife, was sentenced to 31 months for a tweet urging arson attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers, posted hours after the Southport killings. Judges said her message was threatening, racially charged, and likely to stir up violence — and with more than 300,000 views, the reach and timing made it especially serious.

Lucy Connolly was released from prison yesterday after serving part of her sentence, but her case has only deepened political and public arguments. Speaking after her release, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch compared Connolly’s treatment to those who took part in riots following the Southport attack. “Her punishment was harsher than the sentences handed down for bricks thrown at police or actual rioting,” she wrote on X. Badenoch argued that “protecting people from words should not be given greater weight in law than public safety” and called for Parliament to review the Public Order Act. Similarly, Lord Young of Acton, director of the Free Speech Union, described it as a “national scandal” that Connolly had spent more than a year in prison “for a single tweet that she quickly deleted and apologised for.”

Supporters of the ruling maintain that such incitement cannot be dismissed as “just words.” Britain’s Public Order Act treats stirring up racial hatred as one of the gravest hate-speech offences, with a maximum penalty of seven years. From this perspective, Connolly’s sentence was designed to send a strong deterrent message at a volatile time, when social tensions were already running high.

Critics, however, say the punishment was excessive, especially when compared with sentences for sexual assault, child abuse imagery, or even some terrorism-related offences, which have sometimes been suspended or shorter. To them, this looks like a “two-tier justice system” — harsher on certain speech while appearing lenient on offenders whose crimes cause direct physical harm.

Do you believe Lucy Connolly’s sentence was proportionate — or an example of “two-tier justice”?🤔😰

Should speech that incites racial hatred be punished as severely as physical crimes like sexual assault or child abuse?

With Connolly’s release, do you think public trust in the justice system has been strengthened — or further weakened?

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4 months ago | [YT] | 1

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The two-child benefit cap is back in the headlines — and it’s sparking big debate.

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says: “Families on benefits should make the same responsible decisions about having children as everyone else. We must keep the two-child benefit cap.”

Supporters argue this policy prevents abuse of the system and encourages personal responsibility. Some even claim that scrapping it could mainly benefit migrant families, especially those from cultures where larger households are common — saying taxpayers shouldn’t foot the bill for unlimited children.

But others, including Nigel Farage, surprisingly oppose the cap. They argue it unfairly punishes children for their parents’ choices and pushes vulnerable families deeper into poverty. Critics say it’s a blunt tool that doesn’t solve the real issues behind welfare dependency.

So — what’s your take? 🤔

Should taxpayers fund unlimited kids on benefits?

Or does the policy protect the system but at the cost of punishing children?

Should cultural/religious factors around larger families matter in this debate?

Or does scrapping the cap simply encourage dependence on the state?

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4 months ago | [YT] | 1