4 points by nyxtom 14 hours ago | 0 comments on HN
| Mild Positive — Community discussion platform with strong support for Articles 19 (freedom of expression), 25 (health/well-being), and 27 (culture/science). Structural features enable open participation and information access. Editorial content advocates for human well-being through personal practices. Limited coverage of political, labor, and governance rights. No harmful signals. Community
· vv3.4 · 2026-02-25
No ToS visible on page; linked in footer to parent domain
Accessibility
0.00
Minimal accessibility features (basic HTML structure, no ARIA); neutral stance
Mission
+0.08
Article 19 Article 27
Hacker News is a community news aggregator promoting free speech and open discussion; mission aligns with UDHR values on expression
Editorial Code
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Community-moderated platform; editorial code linked in footer guidelines
Ownership
—
Y Combinator ownership transparent; no adverse signal
Access Model
+0.05
Article 19 Article 27
Free, open access to community discussions; no paywall or login requirement to view content
Ad/Tracking
0.00
No obvious ad tracking or third-party pixels on page; neutral stance
Score Breakdown
+0.41
PreamblePreamble
Medium Framing Coverage
Editorial
+0.35
Structural
+0.30
SETL
+0.13
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content framing focuses on individual mental health practices; platform structure enables community discourse on well-being topics. Modest positive signal toward human dignity and welfare.
Observable Facts
The post's title is 'Habits to make sure you don't go insane'.
The post frames these habits as addressing root causes of mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression.
Inferences
The focus on mental health and self-care suggests concern for human well-being and dignity, which aligns with Preamble values of universal human rights.
The community structure allows open discussion of health topics, supporting the Preamble's emphasis on freedom and dignity.
+0.35
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Medium Framing
Editorial
+0.28
Structural
+0.32
SETL
-0.11
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content emphasizes reciprocal care and community connection ('know and be known'); platform enables equal participation in discussion. Modest positive signal toward universal rights and dignity.
Observable Facts
The post explicitly recommends 'be in regular proximity with people who know you and care about you' and emphasizes 'reciprocal care and community'.
The Hacker News platform allows any logged-in user to submit comments and participate equally in discussions.
Inferences
The emphasis on reciprocal care and community connection reflects the Article 1 principle of human dignity and brotherhood.
The platform's open comment structure supports equal participation regardless of prior status or identity.
+0.25
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure is non-discriminatory in access; no observable editorial content directly addressing non-discrimination.
Observable Facts
Hacker News allows any user to login and participate without visible discrimination based on protected characteristics.
Inferences
The open access model supports non-discriminatory participation, though the page provides no explicit anti-discrimination statement.
+0.17
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Low Framing
Editorial
+0.15
Structural
+0.20
SETL
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content indirectly supports right to life and security (mental health focus); platform does not actively promote life/security. Minimal signal.
Observable Facts
The post addresses mental health symptoms and provides interventions (sleep, exercise, community).
Inferences
The focus on preventing mental health crises indirectly relates to security and well-being, though this is not framed as a right.
+0.10
Article 4No Slavery
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable editorial content on slavery or forced labor; platform structure is non-coercive. Minimal neutral signal.
Observable Facts
The page contains no content discussing slavery, servitude, or forced labor.
Inferences
The voluntary nature of platform participation supports the spirit of Article 4, though no explicit stance is taken.
+0.10
Article 5No Torture
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on torture or cruel treatment; platform structure does not promote such conduct. Neutral.
Observable Facts
The page contains no references to torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment.
+0.10
Article 6Legal Personhood
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on right to recognition or legal personality; neutral structural stance.
Observable Facts
The page allows users to establish identities through usernames and participate in discourse.
+0.15
Article 7Equality Before Law
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform applies consistent rules to all users; no observable equality violations. Minimal positive signal.
Observable Facts
The voting and comment systems apply the same rules to all participants without visible discrimination.
Inferences
Equal treatment in voting and commenting systems supports Article 7's principle of equality before the law.
+0.10
Article 8Right to Remedy
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on legal remedies; neutral structural stance.
Observable Facts
The page does not address legal remedies or recourse mechanisms.
+0.10
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on arbitrary arrest or detention; platform is voluntary and non-custodial. Neutral.
Observable Facts
The platform is voluntary; users may disengage at any time.
+0.15
Article 10Fair Hearing
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure allows public hearings/discussion; no observable bias in adjudication of disputes. Minimal positive signal.
Observable Facts
Community discussions are publicly visible and allow user input.
Inferences
The transparent, public nature of discussions supports fair hearing principles, though no formal adjudication occurs on this page.
+0.10
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on presumption of innocence or criminal procedure; neutral stance.
Observable Facts
The page contains no content addressing criminal prosecution or legal innocence.
The HTML meta tag specifies 'referrer' content as 'origin', limiting data shared with external sites.
No third-party analytics or tracking pixels are visible in the provided HTML.
Inferences
The referrer policy and absence of visible tracking suggest platform respect for privacy and family rights.
The privacy-conscious implementation provides structural protection for users' personal information.
+0.40
Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure allows users to post freely and access information without geographic barriers. Moderate positive signal on freedom of movement in information space.
Observable Facts
The platform allows users from any location to access and post content without visible geographic restrictions.
A search functionality and API are available for information retrieval.
Inferences
The open architecture supports freedom of movement in the information space, a structural analog to Article 13.
+0.15
Article 14Asylum
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on asylum or refuge; platform allows international participation. Minimal positive structural signal.
Observable Facts
The platform does not restrict access based on national origin or asylum status.
+0.15
Article 15Nationality
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on nationality; platform is international and non-national in character. Neutral.
Observable Facts
The platform operates internationally and does not restrict based on nationality.
+0.10
Article 16Marriage & Family
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on marriage or family; neutral stance.
Observable Facts
The page does not address marriage or family relationships.
+0.25
Article 17Property
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform allows users to establish and maintain property interests (accounts, reputation, saved items); no confiscation observable. Modest positive structural signal.
Observable Facts
Users can accumulate reputation points through voting and commenting.
The platform preserves user submissions and comment history.
Inferences
The ability to accumulate reputation and preserve content reflects structural protection of property-like interests.
+0.43
Article 18Freedom of Thought
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.30
Structural
+0.40
SETL
-0.20
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content advocates for freedom of thought and conscience (meditation, silence, hands-on work); platform structure enables expression of belief. Moderate positive signal.
Observable Facts
The post recommends 'silence and stillness' including meditation and prayer as mental health practices.
The platform allows users to discuss and promote diverse philosophical and spiritual viewpoints.
Inferences
The explicit inclusion of prayer and meditation as legitimate practices reflects respect for freedom of conscience.
The community structure enables diverse expressions of belief and philosophy without discrimination.
+0.77
Article 19Freedom of Expression
High Advocacy Practice Framing
Editorial
+0.65
Structural
+0.70
SETL
-0.19
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content consists entirely of user-submitted thoughts on personal practices; platform explicitly enables free expression and opinion sharing. Strong positive signal on freedom of opinion and expression.
Observable Facts
The submission is user-generated content expressing personal views on mental health practices.
The platform provides a comment form allowing any user to respond and express opinions.
Navigation links include 'ask' (for questions), 'show' (for projects), and 'submit' (for new content), all enabling expression.
The page footer references 'Guidelines' and 'FAQ', indicating community-governed speech standards rather than censorship.
Inferences
The entire structure of Hacker News is built around enabling the collection, ranking, and discussion of diverse opinions and information.
The absence of content moderation or censorship on this specific item demonstrates structural commitment to Article 19.
The framing of user submissions as equally valid contributions to discourse supports freedom of expression without hierarchy.
+0.40
Article 20Assembly & Association
Medium Practice
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.40
SETL
-0.24
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure enables peaceful assembly in digital space; content advocates for community building. Moderate positive structural signal.
Observable Facts
The post explicitly recommends 'be in regular proximity with people who know you and care about you' and emphasizes community.
The platform enables users to gather, discuss, and collectively decide on content visibility through voting.
Inferences
The voting mechanism and comment threads create a form of peaceful digital assembly where users collectively shape discourse.
The post's advocacy for community reflects support for the associational rights underlying Article 20.
+0.20
Article 21Political Participation
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform does not directly address political participation or governance; structural neutrality on elections and public affairs.
Observable Facts
The page does not address political participation, voting, or governance.
Inferences
The platform's non-partisan, meritocratic voting system loosely reflects democratic principles, though not framed as political participation.
+0.15
Article 22Social Security
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on social security or welfare; platform is not a social safety net. Neutral stance.
Observable Facts
The page does not address social security, employment insurance, or welfare provisions.
+0.10
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on labor rights; platform is non-employment in nature. Neutral.
Observable Facts
The page does not address work, employment, or labor conditions.
+0.10
Article 24Rest & Leisure
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on rest and leisure; neutral stance.
Observable Facts
The page does not address rest or leisure time.
+0.42
Article 25Standard of Living
High Advocacy Framing
Editorial
+0.60
Structural
+0.25
SETL
+0.46
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content directly advocates for health and well-being (food, sleep, exercise, hydration); discusses mental health as integral to human dignity. Strong editorial signal on Article 25.
Observable Facts
The post lists multiple health practices: 'prepare and eat real food', 'hydrate', 'sleep rhythm', 'physical exertion', 'sunlight exposure'.
The post explicitly links sleep, exercise, and other habits to prevention of 'symptoms that look like psychiatric disorders'.
The post frames these practices as addressing 'root cause' mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
Inferences
The emphasis on nutrition, hydration, sleep, and exercise reflects strong commitment to the right to health and well-being outlined in Article 25.
The reframing of mental health maintenance as a preventive practice, rather than a clinical issue, emphasizes holistic well-being aligned with Article 25's scope.
+0.17
Article 26Education
Low Framing
Editorial
+0.15
Structural
+0.20
SETL
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content emphasizes learning through hands-on practice ('use your hands'); platform enables self-directed learning. Minimal positive signal on education.
Observable Facts
The post recommends 'use your hands - build something, fix something, cook, play an instrument, do something tangible'.
The platform hosts educational discussions and technical knowledge exchange.
Inferences
The advocacy for hands-on learning and skill-building reflects support for practical education aligned with Article 26.
+0.47
Article 27Cultural Participation
High Advocacy Practice Coverage
Editorial
+0.40
Structural
+0.35
SETL
+0.14
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content advocates for cultural practices (cooking, music, hands-on crafts, meditation); platform enables sharing of cultural and scientific knowledge. Moderate-to-strong positive signal on cultural and scientific participation.
Observable Facts
The post explicitly recommends 'cook, play an instrument, build something, fix something' as cultural and creative practices.
The platform links to a public API and GitHub repository, enabling open participation in the technical/scientific community.
Hacker News aggregates scientific, technical, and cultural content for community discussion and knowledge-sharing.
Inferences
The emphasis on cultural participation (music, cooking, crafts) and scientific engagement (building, fixing) directly supports Article 27.
The platform's open API and public nature enable broad participation in scientific and cultural progress without gatekeeping.
+0.15
Article 28Social & International Order
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable content on social or international order; platform is not a governance entity. Neutral stance.
Observable Facts
The page does not address international order or social organization.
+0.20
Article 29Duties to Community
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure implicitly restricts harmful speech through community moderation guidelines; no explicit enumeration observable. Minimal neutral signal.
Observable Facts
The footer links to 'Guidelines' and 'newsfaq.html', indicating community norms that restrict certain conduct.
Inferences
Community guidelines suggest informal restrictions on speech that harms others, consistent with Article 29's limitations clause.
+0.20
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure does not appear to enable subversion of UDHR rights; no observable anti-UDHR advocacy. Neutral-to-positive structural stance.
Observable Facts
The page contains no content advocating for destruction or limitation of UDHR rights.
Inferences
The platform's emphasis on freedom of expression and community participation supports rather than undermines UDHR values.