Is there such a thing as a fundamental basis for moral standards? If you’re God, you definitely have your own standards of morality, as outlined in the Bible. But cultures, beliefs, and principles of life have also been shaping the moral standards of every society. Over the years, people have gone through many cultural and social changes, which influence how they behave and think. By establishing their own moral standards, humans have created a dynamic world, significantly transforming the lives of the majority through changes in regime and economic policies. Read full article here
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Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
Merv
February 1, 2023
