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Razor wire put up at new Chinese super embassy site after youths scale gate in security incident

Razor wire put up at new Chinese super embassy site after youths scale gate in security incident

Published by Sam Flores

Razor wire has been put up at the site of the planned new Chinese super embassy in London after a security incident. A small group of youths are understood to have clambered over a gate, around ten feet high, to access a slip road to the site of the new diplomatic complex. They are believed to have been confronted by a security guard as objects were hurled over the gate by other youngsters. Around 20 youths in total were involved in the incident. In response razor wire has been put up around the area. Razor wire around the site of the planned new Chinese super embassy in Tower Hamlets (Unknown) But the wire has fuelled concerns of local residents over the scale of security measures that will be built for the new embassy. “That’s an excessive reaction. They have got CCTV and security guards,” said Mark Nygate, treasurer for the Royal Mint Court Residents’ Association. “It adds into our fears about what it will be like once the embassy is alive and active and being …

Why Hitchens’ Razor is Bad Epistemology

Why Hitchens’ Razor is Bad Epistemology

Published by Sam Flores

Few modern slogans in popular atheism have the enduring appeal of Hitchens’ Razor: What can be asserted without evidence can also be dismissed without evidence. It is elegant and sharp. And it is an effective epistemic heuristic—a rough and dirty rule that gets things right often enough. So, at first glance, the razor looks like an epistemic principle for distinguishing rational belief from mere assertion. Unfortunately, despite its pith, if taken as an epistemic norm, it is garbage. This article is meant as a warning against taking Hitchens’ Razor too seriously, even while acknowledging that there are indeed cases where the lack of evidence is sufficient for rejecting something. Taken as a hard and fast epistemic rule, it fails for two reasons. I. Not All Rational Beliefs Require Evidence The first mistake is the assumption that every rational belief must be supported by evidence. That view is intuitively appealing—especially to empiricists—but it cannot be sustained without circularity. Start with a simple case: the belief, “I have a belief.” That belief is rational, and indeed undeniable, …

How to Treat Razor Burn According to an Expert 2026

How to Treat Razor Burn According to an Expert 2026

Published by Jenni Sidey

Cremo Sensitive Post Shave Balm The Best Aftershave Lotions to Avoid Razor Burn Many traditional aftershaves contain alcohol—the same type found in hospital-grade hand sanitizers. “Sure, it kills bacteria,” Tyson notes, “but it stings like salt in a wound and isn’t great for your skin long-term.” Instead, opt for alcohol- and fragrance-free formula, which are antibacterial but more nourishing. “Think of it as juice for your skin—it soothes irritation, boosts cell repair, and keeps you hydrated.” Beyond calming, aftershave lotion can also help with redness and discomfort from sun exposure. Jack Black Post Shave Cooling Gel Brickell Instant Relief Aftershave The Best Moisturizers & Oils to Avoid Razor Burn After shaving, keeping your skin hydrated is key. “A specifically formulated post-shave moisturizer can soothe and balance the skin while reducing post-shave irritation,” Tyson explains. These are especially great for combination and sensitive skin types, offering soothing benefits without feeling too heavy. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer The Art of Shaving After-Shave Balm The Best Toners to Avoid Razor Burn A good toner does …