Weekly Wrap: April 21-27
This week on Planet Nude: Global headlines from April and nude rights debated in Florida
Welcome back to another Weekly Wrap! This week was all about the latest news, as we reported on a developing situation in Brevard County, Florida, and reviewed the headlines from the month of April with our latest edition of News of the Nude. Even the all-new comic we dropped on Strips was about the news! Catch up on the news and more below. Enjoy. 🚀
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News of the Nude, Apr. 2024
This week’s News of the Nude included many intriguing stories from the world of nudism and naturism. Here are the top 5 headlines:
“Naturists take on development company over fears of naked complaints” - Eastney Beach naturists in Portsmouth, Hampshire, face uncertainty as plans for an upscale development threaten their long-standing tradition of nude sunbathing. Concerns arise about potential complaints from new residents and access restrictions. (The Telegraph)
“Naked Man tackled at Coachella” - A viral video captures security forcefully subduing a naked man at the 2024 Coachella music festival. This incident raises questions about societal attitudes towards nudity and expressions of freedom at large-scale events. (X)
“DoorDash driver ‘penalized’ for refusing delivery to nudist customer” - A DoorDash driver faces backlash after refusing to deliver to a nudist customer planning to answer the door nude. Reddit users support the driver's concerns for safety and discomfort in unconventional delivery situations. (Unilad)
“Instagram will blur nudes in messages sent to minors” - Instagram introduces a new safety feature to blur nude images in messages to protect minors from inappropriate content. This move aims to enhance child safety but raises concerns about censorship and its impact on body positivity. (The Verge)
“Ban on public nudity among proposed Brevard tourism cultural grant modifications” - Brevard County Commission proposes a rule to disqualify arts and cultural organizations from tourism grants if their events include public nudity. The initiative sparks debate over community values and funding allocations. (Florida Today)
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