Search, Analysis, Action with
The Disinformation Commission
Integrated Disinformation Intelligence Platform to monitor, analyse, and counter disinformation threats across digital platforms.
X Monitor
Web Monitor
OSINT Search
Legal Action
Investigations
Social Media
Recommended for you
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani used a Pride Month event on Tuesday evening to announce his administration’s commitment to expanding services for LGBTQ+ communities, describing the nation’s largest city as a “haven” for people with alternative gender identities. The announcement included a pledge of $15 million in funding specifically…
The diplomatic relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron has evolved dramatically since their first encounter nearly a decade ago, and the complexities of their partnership will be front and center when world leaders gather next week for the G7 summit in the French lakeside resort…
Pakistan’s government has unveiled its latest budget proposal, marking a significant increase in defense spending while pulling back on development programs and offering limited tax relief to salaried employees. The announcement comes as the country grapples with economic challenges, rising living costs, and mounting regional security concerns. Finance Minister Muhammad…
Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela surprised political observers when he called a snap general election on 27th April, scheduling the vote for 30th May. The decision came a full year before his Labour Party administration’s term was set to conclude, triggering an urgent mobilization of election monitoring systems across the…
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has firmly refuted reports claiming that a cargo vessel carrying an Indian crew came under attack off the coast of Oman on Saturday morning, labeling the information as “false” and “baseless.” The controversy centered around the ship Liaki Freedom, which allegedly stopped responding to…
Ukraine has imposed a new wave of sanctions targeting Russian judges, media outlets, and organizations accused of participating in politically motivated legal proceedings against Ukrainian citizens and spreading Kremlin propaganda. The sanctions package encompasses 29 individuals and 17 legal entities, marking another step in Kyiv’s efforts to hold accountable those…
Featured Articles
Editor's Picks
A forthcoming webinar will examine the critical role of LGBTQ+ journalism in Latin America, bringing together prominent voices from the region to discuss how queer media outlets are combating misinformation and reshaping narratives about sexual and gender minorities across the continent. The online event, which will be conducted in Spanish with English interpretation available, comes at a time when LGBTQ+ communities throughout Latin America continue to face significant challenges in how they are portrayed by mainstream media. Despite growing visibility in recent years, misinformation, harmful stereotypes, and outright invisibility remain widespread problems that affect how these communities are understood and…
A photograph claiming to show a massive turnout at a Cockroach Janta Party protest in New Delhi has become the subject of widespread misinformation on social media, with users falsely claiming the image was artificially generated to inflate the party’s popularity. However, a detailed fact-check reveals a more complex picture…
Ukraine has imposed a sweeping new round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities connected to the persecution of Ukrainian citizens in Russia and occupied territories. The measures, enacted by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, take particular aim at those linked to the case of journalist Viktoria Roshchina, who died while held in…
FC Barcelona has taken decisive legal action against Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, announcing plans to file a lawsuit over inflammatory comments he made during a recent press conference. The move marks a significant escalation in tensions between Spain’s two most storied football clubs, potentially adding a legal dimension to…
Former reality television star Spencer Pratt, who recently finished third in Los Angeles’s mayoral primary election, has released a combative social media video claiming he possesses damaging recordings that could force one of the two remaining candidates to resign if elected. The announcement marks what Pratt calls “Phase III” of…
Philippine officials are crediting years of disaster-preparedness training for helping to minimize casualties after a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern region on Monday, marking one of the strongest tremors to hit the archipelago nation in half a century. The offshore quake, which originated near Sarangani province, claimed 46…
Explore the Latest
Our latest News, research & insights on the misinformation and fake media
Elderly Man Opens Fire in Athens Government Buildings, Wounding Four An 89-year-old gunman launched a rare shooting spree across two Athens government buildings Tuesday, wounding at least four people before authorities apprehended him hours later about 130 miles away from the Greek capital. The violent incident began when the elderly…
Bahrain Revokes Citizenship of 69 People Over Pro-Iran Activities Bahrain has stripped 69 people of their citizenship, accusing them of promoting pro-Iranian sentiment online and maintaining ties with foreign entities. The move represents the latest application of the kingdom’s controversial nationality law that permits authorities to revoke citizenship on security…
Extreme Weather Events Linked to Rise in Heart Attacks and Strokes, New Study Reveals Extreme temperature fluctuations are causing a significant increase in heart attacks and strokes, according to groundbreaking research presented last week at the European Association of Preventive Cardiology congress. The decade-long study analyzed health data from more…
King Charles III arrived at the White House on Monday for his first state visit to the United States since ascending to the throne in 2022, amid strained trans-Atlantic relations and heightened security concerns. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed the monarch and Queen Camilla with a…
After Supreme Court Setback, Trump Administration Launches New Tariff Investigations The Biden administration is racing to establish new tariff frameworks after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s previous import taxes in February. With temporary measures set to expire in July, officials have initiated two major trade investigations that…
An industry publication has sparked debate over sustainable revenue models in specialized media after implementing measures against ad blocking software on its website. The digital publication, Playback, recently addressed readers using ad blockers with a message requesting them to whitelist the site. The notification appeared as an overlay for users…
The rise of misinformation across social media platforms continues to challenge society’s critical thinking abilities, affecting everything from election outcomes to public health responses. While traditional fact-checking methods have faltered, researchers have discovered a promising alternative strategy that teaches people to recognize manipulation tactics before encountering them. A 2022 study…
In a significant push to protect press freedom in Turkey, the Committee to Protect Journalists has joined forces with 20 other international organizations to call for the repeal of the country’s controversial disinformation law, citing its increasingly problematic application against media professionals. The coalition’s statement, released yesterday, highlights growing concerns…
In the wake of Saturday’s attempted assassination at the White House correspondents’ dinner, a flurry of misinformation has spread across social media about the suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, falsely connecting him to various celebrities. Allen, a 31-year-old California resident, was charged with attempting to assassinate the President of the United…
In a significant development for Minnesota’s fight against fraud in public assistance programs, a state court has found Emadeldin Ibrahim guilty of defrauding nearly $200,000 from a federal food program designed to help children and adults in need. The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office announced the civil verdict against Ibrahim for…
President Trump Withdraws Nomination for National Park Service Director President Donald Trump has officially withdrawn the nomination of Scott Socha to serve as director of the National Park Service after Socha removed himself from consideration last month. The White House confirmed the development on Monday, with an official stating simply…
The Gambia and ECOWAS Launch Pioneering Center to Combat Digital Misinformation The Government of The Gambia, backed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, inaugurated West Africa’s first National Misinformation and Disinformation Response Centre on April 25, 2026, in Banjul. The groundbreaking initiative aims to safeguard the…
