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fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

In Defense of Hugh Grant Falling Asleep at Wimbledon

Hugh Grant's mid-match nap during Wimbledon sparked debates about tennis culture and privilege.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago

Mighty Victims I: Advantages

Membership in groups such as white, male, straight, and Christian confers advantages that increase the odds of achieving power in the United States.
Philosophy
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Police Finally Remove Cars From Plaza in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

The NYPD has enforced illegal parking bans in Brooklyn, impacting city employees who often misuse privileges.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Rob Franklin dsicusses his novel 'Great Black Hope'

The novel 'Great Black Hope' explores the struggles of a young Black queer man navigating privilege, grief, and substance abuse.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Against Identity by Alexander Douglas review a superb critique of contemporary self-obsession

The heightened salience of identity in modern political discourse suggests an internalisation of the neoliberal view, reducing identities to consumer preferences.
Social justice
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

The Indo Daily: From kidnapped heiress to on-the-run terrorist - the Patty Hearst story

Patricia Campbell Hearst, born into privilege, was targeted by a violent militant organization, leading to a kidnapping saga that shook America.
US politics
#transgender-issues
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donal Lynch: The nepo baby challenge - dealing with the bad press

The phrase 'nepo baby' has evolved, highlighting complexities of privilege and fame in the entertainment industry.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Breaking Down the Gripping Ending of Netflix's Danish Crime Drama Secrets We Keep

The disappearance of Ruby Tan challenges the social dynamics and privilege within a wealthy Danish neighborhood.
Cecilie and Angel aid in uncovering hidden truths behind Ruby's vanishing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sunstruck by William Rayfet Hunter review a Saltburn-style story of identity

The novel explores themes of identity and belonging through the narrator's experiences in a privileged environment.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Tim Walz's Daughter Declares Running Like With Your Legs a Political,' Privileged' Act in Rant Against Influencer Who Visited Trump White House

"Hope Walz claimed that running for sport is a political act that's only for the privileged, taught to her by her father, Governor Tim Walz."
Left-wing politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Hereditary Lords speak out on prospect of leaving Parliament

The current Earl of Devon is facing potential removal from the House of Lords, a legacy of over 600 hereditary peers being reduced.
Austin
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I'm a professor: Here's why my college's new radical admissions policy makes sense - not 'sheep'

The college admissions process needs reform to reward authenticity over privilege and manipulation.
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

It's healthy to demand reality

Critique of dismissive attitudes towards serious political threats like fascism and oppression.
Highlighting the privilege of those who can afford to remain unaffected by systemic issues.
#the-white-lotus
Relationships
fromIndieWire
4 months ago

Patrick Schwarzenegger Tells Us About the Meaning Behind the Incest on 'The White Lotus' - and So Much More

Season 3 of 'The White Lotus' depicts the unsettling dynamics of privilege, highlighted through dark humor and dramatic sibling interactions.
Relationships
fromIndieWire
4 months ago

Patrick Schwarzenegger Tells Us About the Meaning Behind the Incest on 'The White Lotus' - and So Much More

Season 3 of 'The White Lotus' depicts the unsettling dynamics of privilege, highlighted through dark humor and dramatic sibling interactions.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

18 Times Celebs Called Out Other Celebs Over Wealth And Greed

We had all never really talked about it, but we all started to consider it a little bit. We hired a writer... What happened was not cute. There was drama.
NYC parents
NYC parents
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

People Are Sharing Stories About Out-Of-Touch Rich Students At Their Expensive Schools

Entitlement among wealthy students manifests in luxury privileges and an alarming lack of accountability.
Rich students often display insensitivity to socio-economic differences, causing discomfort to their peers.
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Challenging the "Good College" Myth

The myth of 'good colleges' perpetuates privilege rather than enhancing education.
Outcomes are similar for graduates of elite and non-elite colleges once talent is accounted for.
Education choices should prioritize children's welfare over ego.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Nepo babies should do what they want. Except complain to the rest of us | Rebecca Shaw

The nepo baby discourse often overshadows discussions about class and opportunity for those without privilege.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Tanya Sweeney: Nepo cry-baby Patrick Schwarzenegger needs to be thankful his family flexed the muscle of privilege to get him where he is

Instead of adopting a 'poor me' attitude, Patrick Schwarzenegger should embrace a mindset of humility and gratitude, recognizing the privileges that come with his background.
SF parents
Boston Bruins
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

The 9 White Lotus' Characters We Keep Seeing Every Season

Luxury hotels blend exotic experiences with familiar comforts, reflecting ongoing themes of privilege and entitlement in HBO's 'The White Lotus.'
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

With Companion' and Novocaine,' Jack Quaid Makes Comedy Painless

Jack Quaid grapples with his privilege while striving to establish his own identity and value outside of his famous parents.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
6 months ago

It's Time to Stop Fetishizing Capitalism

Capitalism is an obsessive fixation that distorts reality, perpetuates inequality, and overlooks the suffering of the many in favor of the few.
fromSFGATE
7 months ago

Luigi Mangione Grew Up in Charming $800K Childhood Home With Real Estate Heir Father-as He's Charged With UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder

Luigi Mangione, a once-promising Ivy League graduate, faces murder charges in the shocking death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, revealing a tragic downfall.
SF real estate
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago

People Are Sharing "Rich Kid Syndrome" Stories About People They Actually Know, And I'm Truly Speechless

The article explores various anecdotes highlighting the absurd behaviors and beliefs of individuals affected by 'rich kid syndrome.'
fromVulture
11 months ago

Kit Harington Drew Out the 'Boris Johnson Element' for His Industry Role

Henry Muck, a member of the British aristocracy, represents the ultimate privileged wastrel, confident in his green-energy venture despite lacking the necessary fundamentals for success.
Books
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