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California abortion providers are rapidly developing contingency plans as the Supreme Court weighs a decision that could significantly restrict access to mifepristone, one of the two drugs commonly used in medication abortions across the United States. The high court faces a May 11 deadline, when Justice Samuel Alito’s temporary administrative…
The Vatican is sending mixed signals about its approach to LGBTQ+ Catholics under Pope Leo XIV, balancing new openness with traditional limitations following Pope Francis’s more welcoming 12-year pontificate. Catholic LGBTQ+ advocates celebrated this week when a Vatican working group published a report featuring testimonies from two gay, married Catholics.…
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has relaunched its “Setting the Records Straight” communication campaign to combat what it claims is widespread misinformation in Ghana’s political landscape. The initiative, announced at the party’s headquarters in Accra, aims to provide direct responses to what NDC officials describe as misleading narratives from their…
Pakistan’s state-sponsored disinformation campaigns pose global security threat, report finds A new report has highlighted how Pakistan-linked disinformation operations have evolved beyond regional conflicts to become a significant global security concern, potentially destabilizing democracies and undermining international trust. According to the analysis published Saturday in the Athens-based ‘Directus,’ these sophisticated…
Neurologists Warn Against Unproven Epilepsy Treatments as Social Media Claims Spread Epilepsy patients are being urged to exercise caution following widespread social media claims that a traditional plant remedy can treat the neurological disorder. Medical experts have stepped forward to debunk viral posts suggesting that veldt grape roots (Cissus quadrangularis)…
U.S. Military’s Century-Long Propaganda Leaflet Campaign Raises Questions About Effectiveness For over a century, the United States military has conducted psychological operations by dropping billions of propaganda leaflets over enemy territories. Despite the military’s long-standing confidence in these tactics, declassified documents and historical analysis raise significant questions about their actual…
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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has firmly denied reports claiming that Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs were being relocated to Bengaluru amid political tensions in the neighboring state. “All of that is false,” Shivakumar stated categorically when questioned by reporters about the alleged movement of legislators. The speculation emerged following political developments in Tamil Nadu, where the relationship between Congress and its ally, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), has recently faced scrutiny. The Congress party, which supports the DMK-led government in Tamil Nadu, holds a small but significant number of seats in the state assembly. Political analysts note that…
Outrage Grows as California Professor May Avoid Prison in Fatal Protest Confrontation Jewish community leaders and advocates have expressed deep concern after a Ventura County court indicated it would likely offer probation instead of prison time to a community college professor charged in the death of an elderly pro-Israel protester.…
WHO Chief Arrives in Spain to Oversee Evacuation of Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Spain on Saturday to coordinate the evacuation of more than 140 passengers and crew from a cruise ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius is…
Trump Reshapes Washington Landscape Amid International Tensions A federal judge overseeing a dispute about an expansive Washington park recently assured parties she had no intention of becoming “Amy Poehler,” the actress known for her role as a parks department head. However, President Donald Trump appears to have embraced a similar…
Study Shows 40% of Americans Get Health Information from Social Media, Raising Credibility Concerns Health and wellness advice permeates social media feeds nationwide, with approximately four in ten American adults now turning to platforms like Instagram and TikTok for health information, according to a comprehensive new survey by the Pew…
Misinformation Surrounds West Bengal Elections and Jabalpur Tragedy, Fact-Checkers Report A wave of false information has circulated across social media platforms in the wake of the West Bengal Assembly elections and the Jabalpur boat tragedy, according to multiple fact-checking investigations conducted this past week. The recently concluded West Bengal elections,…
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French President Emmanuel Macron struck a melodic chord during his state visit to Armenia this week, surprising attendees at a formal state dinner with an impromptu musical performance that quickly captured international attention. The unexpected musical interlude occurred Monday evening at Armenia’s presidential residence in Yerevan, where Macron showcased his…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has denied that his upcoming trip to the Vatican is an attempt to ease tensions between Donald Trump’s administration and Pope Leo XIV, despite ongoing friction between the president and the Catholic leader. The diplomatic visit, scheduled for May 6-8, comes amid a series of…
Health Advocacy Groups Condemn Misinformation from Trump Administration Health Officials Health advocacy organizations have raised serious concerns about what they describe as a dangerous pattern of misinformation being spread by top health officials in the Trump administration, according to a scathing new report released this week. The joint report, published…
Senate Stands Ready for Duterte Impeachment Trial, Sotto Confirms Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III has reaffirmed the Senate’s constitutional obligation to convene as an impeachment court should the House of Representatives impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, contrary to false claims circulating online. “Based on the Constitution, it’s automatic. That’s…
Indian authorities have debunked an AI-generated deepfake video that falsely depicted Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh claiming India’s cyber systems were jammed during a military operation last year. Officials attribute the fabricated content to Pakistani propaganda efforts ahead of the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor. The government’s PIB Fact Check…
Sanders Pays for Netflix Subscription Despite Criticizing Company’s Tax Practices Federal Election Commission records reveal that Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., used campaign funds to pay for a Netflix subscription during the first quarter of 2023, despite his long history of criticizing the streaming giant for its tax avoidance strategies. The…
Inside the ornate Williamsburgh Savings Bank in Brooklyn, an architectural gem from the 1870s now serving as an upscale event space, the Rolling Stones created a buzz of anticipation among a select audience. The legendary rock band confirmed on Tuesday they will release a new album titled “Foreign Tongues” this…
U.S. Urges China to Pressure Iran on Strait of Hormuz Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit White House officials are intensifying diplomatic efforts to convince China to use its influence with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, just days before President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping meet for their…
“Friends” memorabilia, artwork, and personal items from Matthew Perry’s estate will be auctioned to benefit the charitable foundation established in the late actor’s name. The June 5 event, organized by Heritage Auctions, aims to support the Matthew Perry Foundation’s mission to destigmatize addiction and help those struggling with substance abuse.…
Sri Lankan Police Refute Gammanpila’s Claims on Treasury Official’s Death, Summon Former MP for Questioning Sri Lankan police have formally rejected allegations made by former MP Udaya Gammanpila regarding the death of Treasury official Ranga Rajapaksha, characterizing his public statements as false and contradictory to official investigation findings. During a…
In a bold move that challenged celebrity norms, actor Lisa Ray publicly announced her multiple myeloma diagnosis on the red carpet at age 37. “It was cathartic for me, and gave me a sense of purpose during a tumultuous time in my life,” Ray told HerStory. What Ray didn’t share…
After more than three decades in the air, Spirit Airlines is shutting down and grounding its bright yellow planes for good. The carrier announced it had begun an “orderly wind-down” of operations, effective immediately. Spirit has instructed customers not to go to the airport, confirming all flights have been canceled…
