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Holocaust Distortion: A More Dangerous Threat Than Denial, Warns IHRA

Kathrin Meyer, IHRA secretary-general, warns that Holocaust distortion is more dangerous than denial, enabling anti-democratic groups and threatening democracy; she highlights the shrinking number of survivors and the use of distortion by figures like Vladimir Putin.

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Social Media Giants Drop Fact-Checking, Raising Global Disinformation Concerns

The inauguration of President Trump saw major social media CEOs align with his policies, while Meta abandoned independent fact-checking, raising global concerns about disinformation and its impact, particularly for Israel's fragile democracy.

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Rise of Populism Threatens Democratic Institutions

Folkert Jensma, a jurist and journalist, reflects on the rising popularity of populist and authoritarian leaders, expressing concern about their impact on democratic institutions and the rule of law, citing examples such as Trump, Wilders, and Orbán.

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Court Ruling Threatens Net Neutrality, Returning Control to ISPs

A U.S. appeals court struck down the Biden administration's effort to reinstate net neutrality rules, handing control back to ISPs and potentially jeopardizing the open internet.

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Trump's Inauguration: A Turning Point in Transatlantic Relations"

President Trump's inauguration signals a departure from traditional US foreign policy, prioritizing national interests over international cooperation, prompting uncertainty and division in Europe.

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Berlin Demonstration to Counter Right-Wing Populism

Tens of thousands are expected to participate in a demonstration at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate on Saturday to oppose the rise of right-wing populism in Germany and beyond, driven by concerns about the AfD, Donald Trump's presidency, and Herbert Kickl's potential chancellorship in Austria.

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Canada Inquiry: No Evidence Foreign Interference Altered Election Outcomes

A Canadian inquiry found no evidence that foreign interference changed the outcome of the last two elections, despite some questionable conduct by parliamentarians, and recommended steps to strengthen democratic institutions and better inform the public about threats.

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Ancient Athenian Lottery Machine Reconstructed, Demonstrating Random Citizen Selection

A 300kg marble replica of an ancient Athenian kleroterion was constructed and used in an experiment involving 150 participants to demonstrate the ancient method of randomly selecting citizens for public office, highlighting its role in Athenian democracy and implications for modern systems.

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Wales Explores Non-Criminal Ban on Political Lying

The Senedd in Wales is developing a law to ban political lying, exploring non-criminal options like strengthening the code of conduct or using existing investigative bodies, aiming to restore public trust without involving the police.

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Excessive Campaign Ads Backfire in Germany, Leading to New Regulations

A German billionaire's €3.5 billion donation to the XYZ party resulted in excessive election posters, causing accidents and floods; the party received only 1% of the vote, leading to a ban on excessive outdoor political advertising and a focus on online fact-checking and well-written election progra...

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Germany Monitors Russian Disinformation Ahead of Bundestag Elections

German intelligence agencies are concerned about Russian interference in the February 23rd Bundestag elections, with Russia allegedly spending €4 billion on disinformation campaigns in 2024 and 2025 using fake accounts and websites; however, German authorities currently see no specific threat to the...

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UK Wealth Inequality Risks Societal Collapse Within a Decade: Report

A Fairness Foundation report reveals that 63% of Britons believe the very rich have too much political influence, and experts warn that growing wealth inequality, with a 48% increase in the wealth gap between 2011 and 2019, risks societal collapse within a decade due to factors such as economic shoc...

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