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Social media hit out at Taylor Swift following one of her recent Instagram posts.
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Debate sparked over whether celebs should broadcast political views

Debate sparked over whether celebs should broadcast political views

"Now, despite my age, I am very aware Taylor Swift is a popular singer of today’s modern music world."
Does Social Commentary Help Society Or Just Cause Less Harmony? Source: Pexels.
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Does social commentary help society or just cause less harmony?

Does social commentary help society or just cause less harmony?

When there is a controversial subject being debated, is the online dialogue achieving any genuine outcome, that is the question?
Usman Khawaja of QLD plays a shot during the JLT One Day Cup match between Queensland and the Cricket Australia XI at Allan Border Field on September 29, 2017. Source: Getty
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‘I don’t need to hear about sportspeople’s religion or sexuality’

‘I don’t need to hear about sportspeople’s religion or sexuality’

'Is this not again an example of identity politics coming to the fore?'
"Of course, grandparents need to be conscious of not interfering or taking over the role of the parent."
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Grandparents need to have their say in the way society’s going

Grandparents need to have their say in the way society’s going

'The standards that were instilled in our generation are at odds today’s society.'
Most vehicle accidents are caused by driver behaviour, Brian says.
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Today’s society has so very much, but cares so very little

Today’s society has so very much, but cares so very little

Obesity, drugs, speeding - there's a constant barrage of bad news, yet we do nothing.
Brian Ellis

Brian Ellis

Brian Ellis celebrates his 79th Birthday this year. His working career has encompassed a wide variety of roles and positions that have provided him with an enormous insight into people and their overall behaviour. He celebrates 58 years of marriage this year. He has two adult children and four grandchildren.

"Many people have lost their father early in life and it is easy to feel somewhat sorry for having to deal with such a situation."
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‘I was only four when my father died, but he taught me so much’

‘I was only four when my father died, but he taught me so much’

'I wondered if I would live to his age, and considered each year more a bonus.'
Can a line be drawn between soft rules and hard rules?
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Rules: Made to be obeyed, or made to be broken?

Rules: Made to be obeyed, or made to be broken?

'My friend didn't consider it necessary to abide by the club rules.'
French President Emmanuel Macron.
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The scary thing many world leaders have in common

The scary thing many world leaders have in common

There's an interesting trend among these leaders.
Where have all the “children” gone?
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Where have all the “children” gone?

Where have all the “children” gone?

I am becoming concerned about the three-letter word that has become the thief of other valuable “children” words in our vocabulary.
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