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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…
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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…
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Beijing’s Digital Influence Campaign Targets Global Opinion, U.S. Democracy China’s Communist Party has developed a sophisticated digital influence operation that extends far beyond its borders, using social media manipulation, artificial intelligence, and covert campaigns to shape global perceptions about China while undermining democratic institutions. Recent investigations have uncovered how Beijing…
recordonline.com Announces Website Technology Upgrade, Leaving Some Browsers Behind Times Herald-Record’s digital platform recordonline.com has implemented significant technology updates to its website, leaving users of older web browsers unable to access the site’s content. The move comes as part of the news outlet’s efforts to enhance user experience through improved…
In an era of digital impersonation and misinformation, verification has emerged as a critical safeguard for both online platforms and everyday interactions. The concept, while seemingly straightforward, plays an increasingly vital role in maintaining trust across various aspects of modern life. At its core, verification is the process of confirming…
Brazilian Journalist Pioneers Innovative Media Literacy Program for Seniors In a region where digital misinformation spreads rapidly through messaging platforms, journalist Talita Rosa has developed a groundbreaking approach to media literacy that meets vulnerable populations exactly where they are. Rosa, a communications professional from southern Brazil with over 18 years…
In a powerful address to the 8th Paris Peace Forum, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama called on world leaders to unite against the growing threats of misinformation and disinformation, describing them as existential challenges to democracy and sustainable development. Speaking to the assembled dignitaries on October 29, 2025, Mahama emphasized…
A viral video claiming to show police officers being attacked in a supposed “no-go zone” in Birmingham, UK has been debunked as a misrepresentation of an incident involving traffic wardens that occurred over a year ago. The footage, which garnered more than 2.1 million views on X (formerly Twitter) and…
A Pakistani disinformation campaign using deepfake technology to target the Indian Army has been exposed by India’s Press Information Bureau (PIB), the government’s official communication arm. The fabricated video, which had been circulating across social media platforms, was flagged by PIB’s fact-checking unit as part of its ongoing efforts to…
In a strong endorsement of press freedom, Pope Leo XIV urged international news agencies on Thursday to resist manipulation and falsehood, describing journalism as a fundamental pillar of democratic societies that requires protection. Speaking to executives from MINDS International, a consortium that includes The Associated Press and other leading global…
Senate candidate Bernie Moreno’s claims about a juvenile pornography case in Mentor Schools have been strongly refuted by district officials, highlighting tensions over school safety and political rhetoric in the lead-up to the November election. Mentor School Board President Maggie Cook issued a formal statement Thursday addressing what she called…
Fake News on Social Media Emerges as Major Challenge to Electoral Integrity As Bihar prepares for its 2025 Assembly elections, concerns about misinformation on social media platforms have taken center stage in discussions about electoral integrity. The upcoming polls will be the first state elections to benefit from the Election…
Journalist’s Media Literacy Initiative Empowers Brazilian Seniors to Combat Misinformation In the coastal communities of southern Brazil, elderly residents are becoming unexpected warriors in the fight against digital misinformation, thanks to an innovative approach by local journalist Talita Rosa. Rosa, who first encountered the concept of “fake news” in 2017,…
Election officials in India are preparing to combat fake news ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections with a new system designed to track and debunk misinformation, building on lessons learned during previous pandemic-era voting. The Election Commission of India launched its “Myth vs Reality Register” in April 2024, just…
