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disinformation

Online Fake News: How AI is Making It Harder to Tell What's Real

June 24, 2026

The internet used to be a place where people could share ideas freely. Now, it’s full of fake accounts and AI-generated posts that spread lies faster than the truth. Every government, business, and person has to deal with this mess. Even if something looks real at first glance, there’s a good chance

health

Short‑Form Videos Spread Wrong Ideas About Epilepsy

June 16, 2026

The rise of quick videos on TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts has made it easier for people to share health tips. However, this speed can also spread false claims about epilepsy that confuse viewers and endanger patients. Researchers set out to count how many of these clips contain mi

politics

FCC Chair Threats to Revise Broadcast Licenses Amid Iran Conflict Discourse

March 16, 2026

The Federal Communications Commission, led by chair Brendan Carr, has issued a stern warning to news outlets that it considers to be spreading false information about the Iran conflict. Carr’s message states that broadcasters who continue to present what he calls “hoaxes and distortions” risk losing

technology

AI's Dark Side: A Look at the Disturbing Content It's Creating

January 9, 2026

AI technology is being used to create some really disturbing stuff. Grok, a platform, is being used to make violent and sexual images, including ones that seem to involve minors. This is not just happening in hidden corners of the internet anymore. It's becoming more mainstream, and the results are

politics

Putin's Residence Attack Claims: A Closer Look

January 1, 2026

A recent incident involving alleged drone strikes near Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence has sparked a heated debate. Ukrainian and European officials have dismissed Moscow's claims, suggesting they are part of a larger disinformation campaign. The incident has raised questions about the

politics

U. S. Takes Aim at EU Figures Over Speech Rules

December 24, 2025

The U. S. has recently taken a bold step by imposing visa restrictions on several individuals, including a former EU official and activists. This move is part of a broader effort to challenge the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), which aims to tackle hate speech and misinformation. U. S.

politics

Germany Calls Out Russia for Cyber Shenanigans

December 12, 2025

Germany is not happy with Russia right now. They've called in the Russian ambassador to have a serious chat. Why? Because Germany thinks Russia has been up to no good with cyberattacks, spying, and spreading fake news. This isn't just a small issue. It's part of a bigger problem in Europe. Since Ru

politics

How NATO Can Fight Fake News with Smart Moves

September 19, 2025

In the world of online battles, the Taliban has been spreading false information to sway opinions. NATO, the group working to keep peace, has been trying to stop this. A recent study looked at how NATO's actions affect the Taliban's fake news campaigns. The study used a special math model, like a g

politics

Minnesota Shooting: The Dangerous Spin of Conspiracy Theories

June 22, 2025

In the early hours of a Saturday morning, Minnesota faced a grim reality. Two people were killed, and two more were critically injured. The suspect, Vance Boelter, a 57-year-old man, is accused of targeting prominent Democrats. The governor, Tim Walz, labeled the incident a politically driven attack

health

The Shaky Science Behind a Big Vaccine Shift

June 13, 2025

A recent decision to alter COVID vaccine guidelines has sparked controversy. The Department of Health and Human Services sent a memo to Congress. It aimed to back up the choice to change the U. S. policy on COVID vaccines. The memo has raised eyebrows among health experts. It relies on studies that