TripAdvisor enacts safety badges amid review disputes
TripAdvisor rolled out a safety warning system tagging hotels with credible media reports of health, safety or discrimination issues. An internal committee will decide badges for three months, focusing on places with credible reports and responsible owners or staff, while moderators will be better trained to apply guidelines.
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Moderation issues loom over user review sites say Harvard expert
Vivek Krishnamurthy of Harvard Law School notes persistent moderation problems on review platforms from staffing to culture. He cites Section 230 protections for TripAdvisor and praises a badge system to hedge liability for injuries caused by harsh reviews, warning that expanding into review ecommerce blurs protections. He adds that questions remain as suits may rise.
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French women launch BalanceTonPorc campaign against abusers
In France women increase rape and harassment reports amid protests and petitions prompted by the Weinstein case. The BalanceTonPorc movement names abusers publicly, sparking debate as lawmakers consider measures to curb harassment and tighten penalties. Macron backs calls for societal change and an emergency plan.
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Ethical complaints rise against military brass
The Pentagon reports a 13 percent rise in misconduct complaints against senior officials from fiscal 2015 to 2017, with a steady rate of substantiated sexual misconduct and improper relationships. Senators criticize accountability failures as cases involving generals, admirals, and senior civilians draw scrutiny.
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