Tag #Misinformation

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Trump Administration Cuts $10 Million in Election Security Funding

The Trump administration cut $10 million in annual funding from two cybersecurity initiatives that supported state and local election officials, prompting concerns about reduced election security and increased vulnerability to foreign interference.

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Smith Faces Backlash for PragerU Fundraiser Appearance

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing backlash for her planned appearance at a US$1,500-per-ticket PragerU fundraiser with Ben Shapiro in Florida on March 27, amid a trade war with the U.S., with critics citing PragerU's controversial content and Shapiro's past inflammatory remarks.

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Deepfakes Weaponized: Political Manipulation and Erosion of Trust

Deepfake videos, initially used for entertainment, have been weaponized for political manipulation, with examples including a video of Trump and Netanyahu in a revitalized Gaza and White House X posts featuring manipulated videos of migrant deportations, styled as ASMR, reaching millions on social m...

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Australian Government's Pro-Israel Stance During Gaza Conflict Sparks Social Cohesion Concerns

In November 2023, Australia's Home Affairs Department warned the government that its perceived pro-Israel stance during the Gaza conflict caused anger and alienation among Palestinian and Muslim Australians, leading to a $52.8 million funding package to address social cohesion concerns, with $7 mill...

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Pregnancy Support Groups: A Blessing and a Burden

A Sydney-based freelance writer describes her experience with Facebook's pregnancy support groups, highlighting the benefits of community connection while acknowledging the challenges posed by irrelevant and misleading posts.

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Measles Outbreak and HHS Communication Concerns

A measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico has resulted in over 150 cases and two deaths, prompting concerns about HHS Secretary Kennedy's downplaying of the situation and lack of clear messaging on vaccination, while also eliminating public comment periods on health initiatives.

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PCOS Misdiagnosis, Misinformation, and the Rise in Unintended Pregnancies

Pandora van den Hoven's journey to motherhood was delayed by an initial misdiagnosis of her PCOS, highlighting the common but often misunderstood hormonal disorder affecting 10-15% of women and the lack of comprehensive care provided by some general practitioners. The rise in PCOS-related misinforma...

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Misinformation on X Undermines Trust in Traditional Media

The author discusses the spread of misinformation on X (formerly Twitter), citing false claims about Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's assets and his daughters' education; this highlights the challenge for traditional media in maintaining credibility and combating online falsehoods.

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theguardian.com
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COVID-19 Response Backlash Threatens Future Pandemic Preparedness

Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic, a narrative blaming the response rather than the virus is gaining mainstream traction, undermining public health preparedness and threatening future pandemic response due to decreased funding and trust in science.

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zeit.de
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Faked Machete Attack in Chemnitz Results in €4,500 Fine for Perpetrator

A man in Chemnitz, Germany, was fined €4,500 for faking a machete attack in August 2023 to claim disability benefits; his accomplice received a three-year prison sentence.

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theguardian.com
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Measles Outbreak in Texas and New Mexico Causes Vaccine Shortages and Two Deaths

Measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico have caused 228 cases, 23 hospitalizations, and two deaths, leading to vaccine shortages in several cities due to increased demand and the spread of misinformation about vaccines.

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Measles Outbreak in West Texas: 159 Cases, One Death, and Concerns over Treatment Messaging

A measles outbreak in west Texas has reached 159 cases, resulting in 22 hospitalizations and one child death; an unvaccinated adult in New Mexico also died; HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized vitamin A treatment in an op-ed, sparking concern among health officials.

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