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Times
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Times
Labour attack ad highlights Nigel Farage's praise for Andrew Tate
Labour will accuse Nigel Farage of supporting the misogynist influencer Andrew Tate in a new attack advert and claim his promise to scrap online safety rules leaves young boys vulnerable to radicalisation. When it goes out on Sunday the advert will seek to exploit comments made by Farage in the Strike It Big podcast last year, when he praised Tate for defending 'male culture'. The podcast, hosted by three young male influencers, offers listeners the chance to 'connect with the 1 per cent'. Topics covered by the show include 'who controls the world and money' and 'how to escape the system'. Farage told the hosts: 'Tate was a very important voice for an emasculated … You three guys, you are all 25, you are all kind of being told you can't be blokes, you can't do laddish, fun, bloke things … that masculinity is something we should look down upon, something we should frown upon. It's like the men are becoming feminine and the women are becoming masculine and it's a bit difficult to tell these days who's what. 'And Tate fed into that by saying, 'Hang on, what's wrong with being a bloke? What's wrong in male culture? What's wrong in male humour?' He fed into those things. His was a campaign of raising awareness. His was a campaign of giving people, perhaps, a bit of confidence at school or whatever it was to speak up.' Featuring a photograph of the two men together, the Labour advert states: 'Nigel Farage says Andrew Tate is an 'important voice' for men. Andrew Tate said women should 'bear responsibility' for being sexually assaulted.' Tate is a self-proclaimed 'misogynist' and 'sexist' who has described women as 'intrinsically lazy' and said there was 'no such thing as an independent female'. He faces 21 charges in the UK, including rape, actual bodily harm, and human trafficking. In Romania, the influencer, who has more than ten million followers on X, faces similar charges of human trafficking, rape and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women. Tate denies all charges. The attack advert, which was developed in-house by Labour HQ and will appear on social media sites including X, Facebook and Instagram, will reignite the row between Farage and the technology secretary Peter Kyle, who accused the Reform UK leader of being on the side of sex offenders like Jimmy Savile. Kyle told Sky News last month that the new law was a 'huge step forward' for online safety, adding: 'Make no mistake, if people like Jimmy Savile were alive today he would be perpetrating his crimes online — and Nigel Farage is saying he is on their side.' Farage demanded an apology from Kyle and called the minister's comments 'absolutely disgusting'. Kyle refused to back down, saying on social media: 'If you want to overturn the Online Safety Act, you are on the side of predators. It is as simple as that.' Savile was a BBC TV personality who presented shows such as Top of the Pops and Jim'll Fix It but after his death it emerged he had been one of the UK's most prolific sexual predators, using his celebrity status to target children and young people. A senior Labour party source said: 'We'll be looking to continue taking the fight to Farage in this area. He's not thought through his approach when it comes to online safety and we'll continue to expose it.' The party was widely criticised in 2023 for releasing an advert about the then prime minister, Rishi Sunak, which claimed he did not believe adults convicted of sexually assaulting children should go to prison. It included the claim that '4,500 adults convicted of sexually assaulting children under 16 served no prison time'. But the figure related to a period 11 years before Sunak became prime minister and the adults received a community sentence or suspended sentence, rather than prison. The latest campaign comes after reports an 'attack team' has been created inside Downing Street with the specific remit of targeting Reform that is headed by Morgan McSweeney, Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff. Reform has made significant inroads in winning over Gen Z women, who now represent a demographic the right-wing populist party has struggled to attract in the past. Its vote share among women aged 18 to 26 shot up in May — jumping from 12 per cent to 21 per cent after nationwide local elections, according to polling for the More in Common think tank. Labour accused Farage of 'failing to prevent online radicalisation into extreme misogyny' after the Internet Matters charity found that 19 per cent of boys aged nine to 16 — around 650,000 — had a positive impression of Tate and could be at risk of radicalisation. Farage pledged to scrap the Online Safety Act, which requires Big Tech to tackle algorithms that may expose children to harmful and illegal content, such as some produced by Tate and other members of the 'manosphere' like the Americans Adin Ross and Sneako. Under rules that came into effect on July 25 as part of the act, social media sites and search engines must take steps to prevent children from accessing harmful content such as pornography and material that encourages suicide. Farage called the legislation 'dystopian', claiming it threatened freedom of speech and open debate. When asked how his party would protect children, Farage said he did not know. 'Can I stand here and say that we have a perfect answer for you right now? No,' he admitted. Last week Starmer warned that young men were getting sucked into a world of 'toxic masculinity' online. He said it was his duty as prime minister and 'as a dad' to call out the likes of Tate. Ellie Reeves MP, the Labour chair, said: 'Nigel Farage's promise to tear up protections against online radicalisation by extreme misogynistic influencers is a dangerous sign of where Reform want to take Britain. It shows nothing but neglect for the next generation and will only serve to increase violence against women and girls. 'Young men are increasingly vulnerable to being radicalised into extreme misogyny online, which leads to real-world violence against women and girls when phones are put down and laptops shut. Tech firms must be held to account for algorithms that lead boys and young men to harmful and potentially illegal content online. It's shameful that Farage doesn't agree.' Laila Cunningham, a Reform councillor, said: 'Women are more unsafe than ever before thanks to Labour. Starmer has released thousands of criminals back onto the streets early, with no regard for women's safety. I am calling on [the safeguarding minister] Jess Phillips to debate me on women's safety. She ignored the grooming gangs scandal and now she's wilfully deceiving voters on this issue.'
BBC News
9 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Police seize £180k of Andrew Tate's Aston Martin supercar deposit
A total of £180,000 has been seized by Devon and Cornwall Police from Andrew Tate over a deposit he placed on an Aston Martin Magistrates' Court heard on Thursday the controversial British-American influencer paid the deposit for a special-edition Valhalla vehicle in 2021. The cash came from tax evasion and money laundering, the force said, which obtained account freezing and forfeiture orders under the Proceeds of Crime Act. Tate and his brother Tristan did not oppose the sum can be added to the £2.7m of funds seized from the brothers by the force in December 2024 after the same court ruled they failed to pay tax on £21m of revenue from online businesses. Some of the revenue in that case was directly linked by detectives to allegations of human trafficking that the brothers face in Romania. Sarah Clarke KC, on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police, told the judge on Thursday that the funds used to pay the supercar deposit were the proceeds of tax and VAT evasion and money said funds deposited with Aston Martin originally came from a Coinbase cryptocurrency account, which had held multiple cryptocurrencies purchased with funds derived from the Tate brothers' business tax or VAT had been paid on the funds, she added. Det Supt Jon Bancroft, of Devon and Cornwall Police, said: "This latest judgement follows on from our applications made against the Tate brothers which resulted in a successful ruling in December 2024 and the forfeiture of nearly £2.7m of criminal funds."From the outset we aimed to demonstrate that Andrew and Tristan Tate evaded their tax obligations and laundered money. We succeeded in doing exactly that and we have succeeded again this week."People in Devon and Cornwall will benefit from the money seized and it will be reinvested to help prevent crime, aid victims and vulnerable people, and to boost good causes."He added the outcome showed how the police would continue to "relentlessly pursue all criminal funds without fear or favour".
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NBA star Michael Porter Jr admits to using bizarre tactics involving Andrew Tate for women's attention
Earlier, on August 15, Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr. admitted to something that might have created shockwaves among viewers. He admitted to using bizarre tactics in front of women to gauge their attention. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He said that he would just start a conversation about Andrew Tate around them just to see how they react. He also stated that if he has to date anyone, they will have to bring something to the table. He said it all during an interview with the 'One Night with Steiny' podcast. The Nets player does feel differently about women. Although he confirmed in the podcast that he is not a misogynist, he would still involve himself into conversations involving Andrew Tate just to see how women feel about him. Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr revealed using unconventional means to gauge women's reactions During the 'One Night with Steiny' podcast, Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr. revealed a lot of things about how he would want to perceive a woman. 'I need to see a little bit about their, like, beliefs,' said the star, discussing how he wants to approach when it comes to dating someone. 'So, I'm not saying I'm a misogynist or anything, but I'll throw on some Andrew Tate and see how they react... I'll bring up, like, conversations and play devil's advocate just to see how this girl, like, thinks about certain things.' He was very clear about the 'Misogynist' part and made sure to mention it to avoid controversy. However, in between the podcast, he didn't quite clarify if they agreed with Andrew Tate or had utterly disapproving views. Michael Porter Jr doesn't engage with women who have dated his buddies In the latter part of the podcast, he went on about how he would never date a woman who has been romantically involved with someone he was 'cool' with. And to everyone's surprise, he also said that if he has to date someone, they will 'have to bring something to the table'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'I don't mind providing for you, I don't mind doing that,' the Nets star said. 'You can stay at the crib, you can do your thing. You gotta bring something to the table. You gotta help me mentally, you gotta be able to cook or something... otherwise what value are you bringing to my life. These girls nowadays it's like they just want to live like queens and do absolutely nothing.' Michael Porter Jr revealed how sports betting has become a serious problem in NBA The podcast saw a variety of topics discussed by the Brooklyn Nets star. At one point, he mentioned that sports betting has its loopholes when it comes to the NBA. 'Think about it: if you can get all your homies rich by telling them, 'Yo, bet $10,000 on my under. This one game, I'm gonna act like I got an injury, I'ma sit out, I'ma come out after three minutes,' and they all get a little bag because you did it one game,' he told the hosts of 'One Night With Steiny'. 'That is so not okay, but some people probably think like that. They come from nothing and all their homies have nothing.' He believes the NBA faces significant issues with sports betting. Also read:
Daily Mail
13 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Nearly 90 per cent of young men feel entitled to a woman's affection if they are kind to them - as 63 per cent say they agree with the views of Andrew Tate in shock survey
Almost 90 per cent of young men say they feel entitled to a woman's affection if they are kind to them, a shocking new study has found. The research has uncovered a worrying trend among 18-25-year-old men and follows several high profile cases of murderers who were inspired by the rhetoric of self-proclaimed misogynist Andrew Tate. Kyle Clifford, who raped and murdered his ex-girlfriend Louise Hunt along with her sister and their mother Carol, was obsessed with the former kick-boxer's videos. And he is certainly not alone, as the study revealed that more than half of 18-25 year olds confessed they agreed with controversial influencer. The misogynist, who has been charged with a string of offences including rape, human trafficking, controlling prostitution and actual bodily harm against three women - all of which he denies - has attracted an army of fans in recent years. The influencer uses his platform to peddle conspiracy theories including that women are only interested in 20 per cent of men – a view shared by 55 per cent of young men. A staggering 46 per cent of young men confessed to agreeing with some of Tate's views which include that women are 'intrinsically lazy' and there is 'no such thing as an independent female'. He has also previously said that women should 'bear responsibility' for any sexual assault. Despite wider condemnation for such statement, 17 per cent of men said they strongly agreed with the ideas he promotes on social media. Tate has been accused of feeding in to incel culture - a mainly online community of those who identify as involuntarily celibate. Those who consider themselves incels claim to be unable to find a romantic or sexual partner and the growing subculture is characterised by misogynistic language, the objectification of women and the idea that men are entitled to sex and female attention. And the shocking data shows a rise in how widespread aspects of the incel culture is with more than a third of those asked, confessing that Tate has influenced how they perceive women. Of those who did agree with Tate, almost nine out of ten young men said they felt they had the right to a woman's affection or attention simply by being kind to her while half of those asked revealed they felt overlooked and ignored by women. When thinking about heterosexual relationships, 47 per cent felt that 'the man should lead, and the woman should follow' and thought it was essential for men to be considered strong and stable as half of all 18-25 year olds asked thought that vulnerability is a sign of weakness in men. Fears around relationships was also highlighted as a key issue with 36 per cent worrying that they won't find a woman who wants to be with them in the future, despite more than half having felt at some point entitled to a women's attention or affection after being kind or generous to her. But concerns and worries they may have around relationships are not things that young men felt comfortable talking about with 42 per cent of men saying they would rather anonymously share their opinion on social media or seek guidance from male influencers rather than voicing concerns with family members. More than a third put that down to feeling that there weren't any clear role models for young men and as a result they turned to figures such as Tate. Almost three quarters of those who felt they lacked a male role model agreed with all or some of Tate's views and 62 per cent of them would turn to male influencers or social media instead of talking to friends and family. However, more than two thirds believed that men have a clear role and space in today's society and world. Despite this, many confessed they felt uncomfortable talking to their family members and especially their parents about their problems because it had changed the way they viewed women. A staggering 66 per cent of those asked believed their relationship with their parents had impacted their attitude towards women. Following influencers such as Tate's views also meant that 41 per cent strongly disagreed that Bonnie Blue is a good role model for women. The controversial porn star, who claims to have had sex with 1,057 men in one day, has openly discussed that she believes feminists have become lazy in their relationships and condones extra-marital affairs. She and Tate also appeared on a podcast episode together earlier this year where they discussed sex, relationships, porn and attitudes towards women. Discussing the findings, Leading Conscious Relationship Coach, Lorin Krenn, who commissioned the study said: 'It is extremely concerning how social media is impacting young men's attitudes towards women. 'Social media has replaced family, mentors and real-life connections as the main influence in young men's lives. The most extreme voices are dominating that space. 'Figures like Tate tap into real pain in men, but instead of helping them grow, find their place in today's world, they turn that pain into resentment towards women. That is not empowerment. 'Tate does not help heal insecurities. He exploits them, offering young men an enemy instead of a solution. 'Half of respondents admit to feeling dismissed or overlooked by women because of who they are, which is another of Tate's conspiracies. 'One third recognise how Andrew Tate has influenced how they perceive women. The true number is likely higher, because many do not even see how they have been influenced. 'It is evident how deeply toxic this ideology has become.' He added: 'This is not just about misogyny - it is about the loss of healthy, grounded masculinity. A strong man does not demand a woman's attention. He earns respect through presence, integrity, and strength, and he honours her autonomy.' Worryingly 36 per cent of young men feared they won't find a woman who wants to be with them in the future, despite feeling entitled to a woman's affection (Stock image) The survey results come after the Netflix smash hit Adolescence. The four-episode programme follows the Miller family, whose lives are torn apart when their 13-year-old son Jamie is arrested for stabbing a female classmate to death after being influenced by online misogyny. In a bid to tackle more young men flocking to Tate and absorbing incel culture or acting out violently towards women, schools are planning to give students anti-misogyny lessons in the wake of the Netflix show. The classes form part of the government's new relationships, health and sex education (RHSE) guidance, which will be introduced before the end of the academic year. the impact of the show was evident and 60 per cent of those interviewed in the study said that Adolescence changed how they perceive children's access to social media. It comes after Sir Keir Starmer revealed at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday that he was watching the mini-series with his two teenagers - and that he backs the show creators' calls for it to be shown in parliament and schools. Though Labour's classroom guidance is still being developed, it is understood to include content to 'support healthy relationships', to 'enable schools to tackle harmful behaviour and ensure that misogyny is stamped out and not allowed to proliferate', an insider source said, the Times reported. From as early as primary school, children will be encouraged to 'express and understand boundaries, handle disappointment and pay attention to the needs and preferences of oneself and others', with content modified for older children to reflect the 'real-life complexities of romantic and sexual relationships', the source added. Lorin provides identity and relationship coaching and his next event, Evolve is taking place in London on October 3rd 2025.
Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Police seize £180,000 Aston Martin deposit from Andrew Tate
Police have seized £180,000 from Andrew Tate after a court heard he paid the money for a special edition Aston Martin through tax evasion and money laundering. Devon and Cornwall Police obtained account freezing and forfeiture orders at Westminster Magistrates' Court for the Valhalla supercar deposit. The funds add to almost £2.7m of criminal assets seized from Mr Tate and his brother Tristan, since December 2024. The police action was submitted to the court on the same basis as previous applications made by the force last year. At that time, Judge Goldspring said in his judgment that he was satisfied of the "overall criminality of deliberate and dishonest cheat of the revenue". He added that the Tate brothers had "engaged in long-standing conduct to evade their tax". The pair had not opposed the latest account freezing and forfeiture orders, the police statement said. Sarah Clarke KC, representing Devon and Cornwall Police, told the court the funds deposited with Aston Martin originally came from a Coinbase cryptocurrency account. The account held multiple cryptocurrencies purchased with funds derived from the Tate brothers' business activities. No tax or VAT had been paid on the funds, which had been laundered through the bank accounts that were the subject of the previous applications, the court heard. Detective Superintendent Jon Bancroft said: 'This latest judgement follows on from our applications made against the Tate brothers, which resulted in a successful ruling in December 2024 and the forfeiture of nearly £2.7 million of criminal funds. 'From the outset, we aimed to demonstrate that Andrew and Tristan Tate evaded their tax obligations and laundered money. We succeeded in doing exactly that and we have succeeded again this week. 'This further successful outcome shows how we will relentlessly pursue all criminal funds without fear or favour. In a statement, the force said the money would be distributed in line with the Proceeds of Crime Act and would benefit communities, victims of crime and vulnerable people, while the Treasury would receive 50 per cent to be spent on public services. Mr Tate, a former professional kickboxer, faces a civil trial at the High Court next summer over claims of rape and sexual violence brought by four women. He and his brother are also facing prosecution in Romania over allegations of trafficking minors, sexual intercourse with a minor and money laundering. Solve the daily Crossword
