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Russia, US, UK Not Attempting to Secure Duterte’s Release from ICC, Fact Check Reveals Claims circulating on social media that Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom are working together to secure former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s release from International Criminal Court custody are entirely false, according to a…
China’s propaganda machine suffered a significant setback this week following the death of a young herder who had been celebrated in state media as a symbol of ethnic harmony and rural prosperity. Tamdrin Lodroe, a 21-year-old Tibetan woman from Qinghai province, was found dead in what authorities described as a…
Rocco Commisso, the Italian-American businessman who owned Fiorentina football club and built Mediacom Communications into a cable television giant, has died at age 76, according to announcements from both organizations early Saturday. “After a prolonged period of medical treatment, our beloved president has left us, and today we all mourn…
Minneapolis Mayor Condemns Potential Military Deployment Amid Immigration Protests The mayor of Minneapolis has denounced the idea of deploying active-duty soldiers to Minnesota as part of the ongoing immigration enforcement operation as “ridiculous and unconstitutional.” Mayor Jacob Frey urged protesters to maintain peace to avoid giving the president justification for…
Iranian State TV Hacked, Broadcasts Message Supporting Exiled Crown Prince Hackers disrupted Iranian state television satellite transmissions early Monday, airing footage supporting the country’s exiled crown prince and urging security forces not to “point your weapons at the people,” according to footage circulating online. The digital intrusion comes amid escalating…
AI-Powered Bots Successfully Manipulate Simulated Election in Groundbreaking Social Media Experiment A pioneering social media wargame has demonstrated the alarming ease with which artificial intelligence can flood digital platforms with misinformation and potentially sway election outcomes, raising urgent questions about the security of democratic processes worldwide. The experiment, called “Capture…
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Beijing is mourning one of its most celebrated heroines this week after Wu Guiying, a shepherdess whose horseback exploits were immortalized in Communist Party propaganda, died at the age of 82. Wu became a household name in the 1960s when her story was transformed into a revolutionary ballet, “The White-Haired Girl,” which was personally endorsed by Mao Zedong’s wife, Jiang Qing. The production was among eight “model performances” permitted during the Cultural Revolution, when most other forms of entertainment were banned as counterrevolutionary. Her death on Sunday in Hebei province has prompted nationwide tributes but also sparked renewed debate about…
Iranian security forces have killed at least 16,500 protesters and injured more than 330,000 others in what doctors are describing as an “utter slaughter,” according to a new report reviewed by The Sunday Times. The violence against demonstrators has reached unprecedented levels since protests erupted on December 28, with most…
In the small Spanish village of San Bartolomé de Pinares, a dramatic spectacle unfolded last weekend as horses galloped through towering flames, continuing a centuries-old tradition that draws both fascination and controversy. The ancient ritual, known as Las Luminarias, takes place every January to honor St. Anthony the Abbott, the…
U.S. Military Strike Kills Al-Qaeda Leader Linked to Fatal Ambush on American Forces A targeted U.S. military strike in northwest Syria has killed Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader with direct connections to the Islamic State operative behind a deadly December ambush that claimed the lives of two American soldiers…
The current dispute between the United States and Europe over Greenland’s future marks just the latest chapter in a complex history of trans-Atlantic tensions. Despite being steadfast allies since World War II, the relationship between America and European nations has weathered several significant diplomatic crises that have tested the resilience…
AI System Shows Promise in Combating Climate Misinformation Climate misinformation is outpacing scientific consensus, creating a widening gap in public understanding that threatens climate action. A new study suggests artificial intelligence may offer a powerful solution by working alongside human fact-checkers to identify and correct false claims at unprecedented scale.…
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Dutch Semiconductor Power Struggle Sends Ripples Through Global Auto Industry A high-stakes corporate governance battle unfolded in an Amsterdam courtroom Wednesday as lawyers for Nexperia, a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer, squared off against representatives of its Chinese owners in a case that has disrupted global automotive supply chains. The hearing at…
In the aftermath of the Southport tragedy that left three young girls dead and several others injured, a sinister wave of misinformation has flooded social media platforms, creating real-world consequences in communities across Britain. What began as false claims about the identity of the alleged attacker quickly escalated into a…
Canadian University Joins Global Coalition to Support Ukrainian Studies Amid Russian Conflict The University of Manitoba has become the first North American post-secondary institution to join a global initiative aimed at expanding Ukrainian studies and countering Russian disinformation campaigns. The Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies (GCUS), launched in July 2024…
Nazi Slogan Claim on DHS Podium Lacks Historical Evidence A viral social media claim that a phrase displayed on a Department of Homeland Security lectern originated in Nazi Germany appears to be unfounded, according to historical research and available evidence. The phrase “One of ours, all of yours,” which appeared…
The Trump administration’s recent actions and communications have sparked growing concerns about its ideological direction, with critics pointing to an increasingly open embrace of rhetoric and positions that many characterize as far-right extremism. Last week, the shooting death of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis became…
In a move to ensure transparency in data handling practices, Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) and American Public Media Group (APMG) have updated their user consent policies for digital communications. The organizations now explicitly state that subscribers must be at least 18 years of age to receive their informational content. The…
Russia is suffering catastrophic casualties in its ongoing war against Ukraine, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte revealing that between 20,000 and 25,000 Russian troops are being killed each month as the conflict enters its fourth year. “Let’s not forget that the Russians at the moment are losing massive amounts…
Los Angeles County Approves Motion for “ICE-Free Zones” on County Properties The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion Tuesday that begins the process of establishing “ICE-free zones” across all county-owned and county-controlled properties. The measure directs County Counsel to return with a draft ordinance within 30…
Ukraine’s Military Faces Major Challenges as War Continues, Defense Minister Reveals Ukraine’s military is grappling with widespread desertion, draft evasion, and systemic organizational problems as Russia’s invasion enters its fourth year, according to the country’s recently appointed Defense Minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. In a sobering address to the Ukrainian parliament on…
Two people at the center of attention during the Licking County Commissioners’ first meeting of the year were a burly guy in a green-and-tan uniform and a wisp of a young girl whose name is on a law that will help him do his job better. That includes saving lives.…
U.S. wholesale inflation showed modest growth in November, according to a government report that faced delays due to the recent federal government shutdown. The Labor Department announced Wednesday that the producer price index (PPI), which measures inflation at the wholesale level before it reaches consumers, increased by 0.2% from October…
Jamaica’s tourism sector is actively combating AI-generated misinformation while pursuing new markets following Hurricane Melissa, according to Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett. In an interview with the Jamaica Observer, Bartlett revealed that false narratives and fabricated images of storm damage—including deepfake videos and AI-generated “aftermath” photos—have circulated widely since the October…
