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Mar 13, 16:12

Meta Launches Crowdsourced Content Moderation Tool

Meta's upcoming Community Notes feature, launching next week in the U.S., uses X's open-source algorithm to crowdsource content moderation, aiming to replace third-party fact-checking; 200,000 users have signed up.

Meta Launches Crowdsourced Content Moderation Tool

Meta's upcoming Community Notes feature, launching next week in the U.S., uses X's open-source algorithm to crowdsource content moderation, aiming to replace third-party fact-checking; 200,000 users have signed up.

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What immediate impact will Meta's Community Notes feature have on content moderation practices in the U.S.?

Meta's new Community Notes feature, launching next week in the U.S., leverages X's open-source algorithm for content moderation. It will allow users to add context to posts, but won't affect visibility or sharing.

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Mar 1, 13:09

DOGE's Inflated Savings Claims Under Scrutiny

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) drastically overstated its federal cost savings, initially claiming $55 billion, revised to $65 billion, but independently verified at only about $2.3 billion due to data errors and misleading methodologies.

DOGE's Inflated Savings Claims Under Scrutiny

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) drastically overstated its federal cost savings, initially claiming $55 billion, revised to $65 billion, but independently verified at only about $2.3 billion due to data errors and misleading methodologies.

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What are the specific inaccuracies in DOGE's reported cost savings, and what are the immediate implications of these misrepresentations?

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has significantly overstated its cost savings, initially claiming $55 billion but later revising to $65 billion. An NPR investigation revealed the actual savings are closer to $2.3 billion, a fraction of the claimed amount. These discrepancies stem from data entry errors, misleading inclusion of contract types, and other inaccuracies.

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Feb 26, 13:09

False Claims of Truth Social Ban in Ukraine

False claims allege Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky banned Donald Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, in Ukraine; however, this is false, as the platform was never available in Ukraine, according to both Trump Media and Technology Group and the Ukrainian government.

False Claims of Truth Social Ban in Ukraine

False claims allege Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky banned Donald Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, in Ukraine; however, this is false, as the platform was never available in Ukraine, according to both Trump Media and Technology Group and the Ukrainian government.

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What is the broader context of the verbal attacks between Presidents Zelensky and Trump, and how do these attacks contribute to the spread of disinformation?

The claims follow verbal attacks between Zelensky and Trump, which began when Trump launched a series of accusations and inaccuracies against his Ukrainian counterpart, including calling him an "unelected dictator" and claiming he was low in opinion polls. Zelensky responded by saying Trump lives in a Russian "disinformation space". Many posts claiming Zelensky banned Truth Social—launched by Trump after being banned from Twitter (now X) and Facebook in 2021—suggest it was in retaliation for Trump's falsehoods.

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Feb 21, 10:08

Musk Criticizes X's Fact-Checking After Trump's Zelenskyy Claims

Elon Musk criticized X's fact-checking system for contradicting Donald Trump's claims about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's unpopularity, amplifying unsubstantiated claims of low approval ratings and alleging manipulation by governments and traditional media, raising concerns about misinformation an...

Musk Criticizes X's Fact-Checking After Trump's Zelenskyy Claims

Elon Musk criticized X's fact-checking system for contradicting Donald Trump's claims about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's unpopularity, amplifying unsubstantiated claims of low approval ratings and alleging manipulation by governments and traditional media, raising concerns about misinformation an...

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What is the central issue raised by Elon Musk's critique of X's fact-checking system regarding the claims about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's approval rating?

Elon Musk, X's owner, criticized the platform's fact-checking feature ("community notes") for contradicting Donald Trump's claims about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's unpopularity. Musk amplified unsubstantiated claims that Zelenskyy's approval rating is only 4 percent and that he avoids elections due to low popularity. He challenged Zelenskyy to hold an election to refute these claims.

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Feb 17, 10:13

German Political Quadrell Highlights Misinformation, Despite Cordial Interactions".

A televised quadrell in Berlin on Sunday featured Scholz, Merz, Habeck, and Weidel; partisan supporters gathered outside, while inside, politicians interacted cordially despite the AfD candidate making false claims during the debate which were insufficiently addressed by moderators.

German Political Quadrell Highlights Misinformation, Despite Cordial Interactions".

A televised quadrell in Berlin on Sunday featured Scholz, Merz, Habeck, and Weidel; partisan supporters gathered outside, while inside, politicians interacted cordially despite the AfD candidate making false claims during the debate which were insufficiently addressed by moderators.

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How did the pre- and post-debate interactions between politicians from different parties compare to the dynamics observed during the debate itself?

The event highlighted both cooperation and conflict. While politicians from different parties interacted cordially before and after the debate, the debate itself saw the AfD candidate making false claims about energy prices and the Ukraine conflict. These claims went largely unchallenged by the moderators, relying on a separate online fact-check.

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Feb 15, 01:08

German Election Debate Highlights Contrasting Views on Immigration and Climate Change

During a German election debate, conflicting views on immigration and climate policy dominated, with AfD leader Alice Weidel praising a Georgian asylum-seeker while advocating for stricter immigration policies, and Scholz and Habeck supporting the energy transition while Merz expressed concerns abou...

German Election Debate Highlights Contrasting Views on Immigration and Climate Change

During a German election debate, conflicting views on immigration and climate policy dominated, with AfD leader Alice Weidel praising a Georgian asylum-seeker while advocating for stricter immigration policies, and Scholz and Habeck supporting the energy transition while Merz expressed concerns abou...

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How do the fact-checks presented during the debate affect the credibility of the different political positions and arguments?

The German election debate showcased contrasting views on immigration and climate change. Weidel's stance reflects the AfD's anti-immigration platform, while Scholz and Habeck championed the energy transition as crucial for industrial survival, a viewpoint countered by Merz who considers green steel too costly. ZDF fact-checks revealed inaccuracies in Weidel's claims about a recent attack and Scholz's statements about climate funding, highlighting the importance of verifying political statements.

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Mar 12, 19:14

Syria: 973 Civilians Killed Amidst Spread of Misinformation

Last week's violence in Syria resulted in at least 973 civilian deaths, mostly Alawites, following an ambush of a security patrol by regime loyalists, sparking retaliatory attacks. However, many online videos and images falsely depict this event.

Syria: 973 Civilians Killed Amidst Spread of Misinformation

Last week's violence in Syria resulted in at least 973 civilian deaths, mostly Alawites, following an ambush of a security patrol by regime loyalists, sparking retaliatory attacks. However, many online videos and images falsely depict this event.

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What are the underlying causes of the recent violence, and how do the sectarian dynamics influence the spread of misinformation?

The conflict's intensity is underscored by the high civilian death toll and the spread of misinformation. The deliberate misrepresentation of videos and images online complicates efforts to understand the scale and nature of the violence. The targeting of Alawites highlights the sectarian dimension of the conflict.

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Feb 26, 01:10

DOGE's Cost-Cutting Claims Under Scrutiny: Errors Cast Doubt on DOGE Dividend

Elon Musk's DOGE cost-cutting initiative initially claimed \$55 billion in savings, later revised to \$65 billion, but news outlets exposed significant errors, including miscalculations and misrepresentations of government contracts, raising doubts about the DOGE Dividend.

DOGE's Cost-Cutting Claims Under Scrutiny: Errors Cast Doubt on DOGE Dividend

Elon Musk's DOGE cost-cutting initiative initially claimed \$55 billion in savings, later revised to \$65 billion, but news outlets exposed significant errors, including miscalculations and misrepresentations of government contracts, raising doubts about the DOGE Dividend.

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What is the actual amount of savings achieved by DOGE, and how does this affect the potential payout of the DOGE Dividend?

DOGE, Elon Musk's government cost-cutting initiative, initially claimed \$55 billion in savings, later revised to \$65 billion, to fund a DOGE Dividend. However, factual errors in their reported savings have been widely documented by news outlets like the New York Times, revealing significant inaccuracies and misrepresentations.

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Feb 26, 19:11

German Press Council Reports Rise in Journalistic Reprimands

The German Press Council's 2024 report revealed 86 reprimands for journalistic breaches, a rise from 73 in 2023, with over 40% related to factual inaccuracies and misleading headlines, fueled by a 365-complaint increase to 2215 total reader complaints.

German Press Council Reports Rise in Journalistic Reprimands

The German Press Council's 2024 report revealed 86 reprimands for journalistic breaches, a rise from 73 in 2023, with over 40% related to factual inaccuracies and misleading headlines, fueled by a 365-complaint increase to 2215 total reader complaints.

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What are the key findings of the German Press Council's 2024 report regarding journalistic accuracy and the resulting actions taken?

The German Press Council issued 86 reprimands to editorial offices in 2024, a 13-reprimand increase from 2023. Over 40% of these reprimands concerned serious breaches of journalistic accuracy, including misleading headlines and factual errors. A spokesperson expressed concern about the impact on media credibility.

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Feb 21, 07:08

Trump's First Month Back: A Catalog of Falsehoods

President Trump made numerous false statements in his first month back in office, including inflating the cost of condoms for Gaza to $100 million, falsely claiming Ukraine started the war with Russia, and repeating his claims of election fraud.

Trump's First Month Back: A Catalog of Falsehoods

President Trump made numerous false statements in his first month back in office, including inflating the cost of condoms for Gaza to $100 million, falsely claiming Ukraine started the war with Russia, and repeating his claims of election fraud.

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What are the most significant consequences of President Trump's frequent and demonstrably false statements on domestic and international affairs?

In his first month back in the White House, President Trump made numerous false statements, including exaggerating the amount spent on condoms in Gaza ($50 million, later inflated to $100 million) and falsely claiming that Ukraine started the war with Russia. He also perpetuated the false claim that the US is the only country with birthright citizenship and offered a distorted account of the January 6th Capitol riot.

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Feb 15, 04:08

Musk's Factual Claim, AfD Disinformation Highlight Journalistic Challenges

Elon Musk, alongside his son and President Trump, claimed at a meeting that only 10,000 government employees can retire monthly due to the location of personnel files in a Pennsylvania mine; NRC confirmed the mine's existence but not the claim's validity, prompting discussion on journalistic practic...

Musk's Factual Claim, AfD Disinformation Highlight Journalistic Challenges

Elon Musk, alongside his son and President Trump, claimed at a meeting that only 10,000 government employees can retire monthly due to the location of personnel files in a Pennsylvania mine; NRC confirmed the mine's existence but not the claim's validity, prompting discussion on journalistic practic...

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What is the significance of a seemingly factual statement from Elon Musk regarding government employee retirement, and what immediate implications does it have for journalistic practices?

An article in NRC details a meeting where Elon Musk, with his son and President Trump, discussed the "Department of Government Efficiency." Musk claimed only 10,000 government employees can retire monthly due to archaic record storage in a Pennsylvania mine. NRC confirmed the mine's existence, though the claim's validity remains unclear. This event is notable for a factual statement from the most powerful office.

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Feb 11, 19:17

German Fact-Check Debunks Misinformation on Asylum Seekers

A fact-check of two claims circulating on X reveals inaccuracies regarding the number of rejected asylum seekers in Germany: The claim that 304,000 rejected asylum seekers receive welfare is false (actual number of those with deportation orders is 202,880, with only 17,583 immediately deportable), a...

German Fact-Check Debunks Misinformation on Asylum Seekers

A fact-check of two claims circulating on X reveals inaccuracies regarding the number of rejected asylum seekers in Germany: The claim that 304,000 rejected asylum seekers receive welfare is false (actual number of those with deportation orders is 202,880, with only 17,583 immediately deportable), a...

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How does the German legal framework regarding asylum seekers and deportation affect the number of individuals who can be actually deported?

A recent social media post falsely claimed that 304,000 out of nearly 900,000 rejected asylum seekers in Germany receive welfare. This figure is inflated; the true number of those with deportation orders is 202,880, with only a small fraction—around 17,583—being immediately deportable. This highlights the complexity of the German asylum system and the challenges in enforcing deportations.

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