Metro
Article 1
Headline: N/A
Section: Caricature
Written by: unknown
Page: 2
Outline: The above caricature makes reference to two news events. The first is the US military attack inside Syrian territory, and the 2nd is the assasination plot against US Presidential hopeful Barack Obama. The caricature is in very poor taste as it exploits the deaths of Syrian civilians killed in the American assault and thus deserves a negative rating as it de-humanises the suffering inflicted upon the Syrians.
Article Verdict: Negative
Article 2
Headline: Actor's waterboard screams
Section: Metro Digest
Written by: unknown
Page: 4
Outline: This news brief reports on the experience of actor Richard Armitage whilst filming for the tv series 'Spooks'. Armitage agreed to be subjected to waterboarding as part of a scene for the series but then spoke of his terror. His quote from the news brief states "I realised that it really is a form of torture and shouldn't be used. I only lasted five to ten seconds, and the sound of my voice crying out to stop isn't me acting".
This news story helps to highlight the brutality of this torture technique which has been carried out against detainees alleged to be terrorists, almost all of whom are Muslim hence it's a positive article because it describes Waterboarding for what it is - torture.
Article Verdict: Positive
Article 3
Headline: Muslim GP: Gays 'prey on society'
Section: Metro
Written by: Fred Attewill
Page: 22
Outline: This article reports on Dr Muhammad Siddiq, who is alleged to have made comments about homosexual people 'preying on society'. Dr Siddiq is identified in the opening line of the article as "The Islamic Medical Association's leader". The comments are alleged to have been contained in a letter that was published in July 2007. The article contains comments from Dr Siddiq in which he claims that he was under stress when writing it, which was later changed to a claim that his son wrote it as a joke. The inconsistency in the story doesn't paint a favourable picture of Dr Siddiq. Towards the end of the article, reference is made to a death of a baby who died shortly after he circumcised it in 2006. It mentions that whilst he wasn't at fault he was told to undergo training which he refused.
At no point in the article does it mention any religious motivation behind the comments hence the article headline of "Muslim GP..." is unneccessary and sensationalist in order to immediately create an association between the GP's actions and the religion of Islam. The inconsistencies in Dr Siddiq's statements relating to the comments as well as the death of the baby all serve to create an impression of a doctor with a questionable character and technically incompetent.
In summary an unreliable Muslim GP who can't do his job properly. Whilst the competence and character flaws may well be true and accurate there is absolutely no need to identify the GP on the basis of his religion and thus is irresponsible journalism.
Article Verdict: Negative
Manchester Evening News (City Edition)
Article 1
Headline: Doctor in baby tragedy 'wasn't up to standard'
Section: News
Written by: Amanda Crook
Page: 5
Outline: This article talks about a hearing into the conduct of Dr Sami Al Shenar and his dealing with patient Michelle D'Rozario, who lost her premature baby. Dr Al Shenar was criticised over his treatment of Ms D'Rozario because he failed to take urgent action when she came to see him. The article presents the story in a factual manner and at no point refers to either Dr Al Shenar or Ms D'Rozario by their faith or ethnicity. It also states that Dr Al Shenar is well regarded by colleagues, received excellent references and has learned from his mistake.
Overall the article is well balanced and does not attempt to sensationalise the story.
Article Verdict: Neutral
Article 2
Headline: Everest is summit of Emon's ambition
Section: News
Written by: ?
Page: 18
Outline: This article reports on the attempt of businessman Emon Choudhury to scale Mount Everest to raise money for his charity, Islamic Relief, which is described as a "British Charity". Details are provided about Mr Choudhury's planned trip i.e. that he plans to send the raised funds to help orphans in Africa through Islamic Relief.
The article also describes his fitness routine and details the preparation undertaken by him so far. The article finishes by mentioning that Mr Choudhury has been fundraising for Islamic Relief since being introduced by a friend and also provides a weblink (www.justgiving.com/emonchoudhury) to allow readers to sponsor his expedition. The photo used in the article shows Mr Choudhury wearing an Islamic Relief T-shirt against a superimposed backdrop of Mt. Everest.
In summary the artcile presents the story in a factual manner and portrays Mr Choudhury and Islamic Relief in a positive light.
Article Verdict: Positive
Article 3
Headline: Cousins Net Tasty Soccer Stadium Deal
Section: Business - Enterprise
Written by: ?
Page: 13
Outline: This short piece reports on the success of Bolton Based entrepreneurs Umar Mohammed and Ahmed Suleman who have secured a contract to provide their curry snack to the official caterers at Bolton Wanderers stadium.
It mentions that they are in talks about another deal with pub group Thwaites and that manufacturing is carried out by British suppliers.
The article presents the duo as a entrepreneurial success story.
Article Verdict: Positive
Article Verdict: Negative
Article 2
Headline: Actor's waterboard screams
Section: Metro Digest
Written by: unknown
Page: 4
Outline: This news brief reports on the experience of actor Richard Armitage whilst filming for the tv series 'Spooks'. Armitage agreed to be subjected to waterboarding as part of a scene for the series but then spoke of his terror. His quote from the news brief states "I realised that it really is a form of torture and shouldn't be used. I only lasted five to ten seconds, and the sound of my voice crying out to stop isn't me acting".
This news story helps to highlight the brutality of this torture technique which has been carried out against detainees alleged to be terrorists, almost all of whom are Muslim hence it's a positive article because it describes Waterboarding for what it is - torture.
Article Verdict: Positive
Article 3
Headline: Muslim GP: Gays 'prey on society'
Section: Metro
Written by: Fred Attewill
Page: 22
Outline: This article reports on Dr Muhammad Siddiq, who is alleged to have made comments about homosexual people 'preying on society'. Dr Siddiq is identified in the opening line of the article as "The Islamic Medical Association's leader". The comments are alleged to have been contained in a letter that was published in July 2007. The article contains comments from Dr Siddiq in which he claims that he was under stress when writing it, which was later changed to a claim that his son wrote it as a joke. The inconsistency in the story doesn't paint a favourable picture of Dr Siddiq. Towards the end of the article, reference is made to a death of a baby who died shortly after he circumcised it in 2006. It mentions that whilst he wasn't at fault he was told to undergo training which he refused.
At no point in the article does it mention any religious motivation behind the comments hence the article headline of "Muslim GP..." is unneccessary and sensationalist in order to immediately create an association between the GP's actions and the religion of Islam. The inconsistencies in Dr Siddiq's statements relating to the comments as well as the death of the baby all serve to create an impression of a doctor with a questionable character and technically incompetent.
In summary an unreliable Muslim GP who can't do his job properly. Whilst the competence and character flaws may well be true and accurate there is absolutely no need to identify the GP on the basis of his religion and thus is irresponsible journalism.
Article Verdict: Negative
Manchester Evening News (City Edition)
Article 1
Headline: Doctor in baby tragedy 'wasn't up to standard'
Section: News
Written by: Amanda Crook
Page: 5
Outline: This article talks about a hearing into the conduct of Dr Sami Al Shenar and his dealing with patient Michelle D'Rozario, who lost her premature baby. Dr Al Shenar was criticised over his treatment of Ms D'Rozario because he failed to take urgent action when she came to see him. The article presents the story in a factual manner and at no point refers to either Dr Al Shenar or Ms D'Rozario by their faith or ethnicity. It also states that Dr Al Shenar is well regarded by colleagues, received excellent references and has learned from his mistake.
Overall the article is well balanced and does not attempt to sensationalise the story.
Article Verdict: Neutral
Article 2
Headline: Everest is summit of Emon's ambition
Section: News
Written by: ?
Page: 18
Outline: This article reports on the attempt of businessman Emon Choudhury to scale Mount Everest to raise money for his charity, Islamic Relief, which is described as a "British Charity". Details are provided about Mr Choudhury's planned trip i.e. that he plans to send the raised funds to help orphans in Africa through Islamic Relief.
The article also describes his fitness routine and details the preparation undertaken by him so far. The article finishes by mentioning that Mr Choudhury has been fundraising for Islamic Relief since being introduced by a friend and also provides a weblink (www.justgiving.com/emonchoudhury) to allow readers to sponsor his expedition. The photo used in the article shows Mr Choudhury wearing an Islamic Relief T-shirt against a superimposed backdrop of Mt. Everest.
In summary the artcile presents the story in a factual manner and portrays Mr Choudhury and Islamic Relief in a positive light.
Article Verdict: Positive
Article 3
Headline: Cousins Net Tasty Soccer Stadium Deal
Section: Business - Enterprise
Written by: ?
Page: 13
Outline: This short piece reports on the success of Bolton Based entrepreneurs Umar Mohammed and Ahmed Suleman who have secured a contract to provide their curry snack to the official caterers at Bolton Wanderers stadium.
It mentions that they are in talks about another deal with pub group Thwaites and that manufacturing is carried out by British suppliers.
The article presents the duo as a entrepreneurial success story.
Article Verdict: Positive
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