> I usually assume it’s some zealot It might be that, but the power to completely delete posts from the front page (or any page) doesn't reside with users AFAI

> I usually assume it’s some zealot It might be that, but the power to completely delete posts from the front page (or any page) doesn't reside with users AFAIK. My theory is that either a moderation bot or someone with superuser privileges did it, and not really because the information was distasteful per se, more likely because there is an assumption that the HN crowd wouldn't be able to handle the topic with nuance and rationality, and therefore hurt the overall experience here. I can understand it: topics related to wars where people have had relatives, friends, acquaintances and/or tribesmen killed and maimed will obviously tend to devolve, badly. But it would be a difficult balance in that case - it might lead to vital information being suppressed, here on HN as well.