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In a disturbing incident that highlights growing political tensions in West Bengal, a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was decapitated during violent protests in the state’s Uttar Dinajpur district. The vandalism, which occurred in mid-January, has been misrepresented on social media as having taken place in Bangladesh amid diplomatic tensions between…
A Chinese woman once celebrated as a national icon for her nomadic herding lifestyle in Inner Mongolia has died at age 58, raising new questions about the gap between propaganda narratives and harsh realities faced by those elevated to hero status by state media. Siqinfu, who gained prominence in 1997…
The Niger Uranium Claim: How False Intelligence Fueled the Iraq War In the anxious months before the Iraq invasion, intelligence about Saddam Hussein’s alleged weapons programs circulated through Western capitals with unusual urgency. Among the most alarming claims was that Iraq was seeking uranium from Africa—a critical component for nuclear…
A U.S. Navy veteran has been sentenced to five years in a Russian prison after authorities found a firearm aboard his yacht when he docked in Sochi, court officials announced Monday. Charles Wayne Zimmerman, 58, who had been reported missing by U.S. officials before the announcement, was convicted of weapons…
United Nations Chief Criticizes U.S. Shift from “Rule of Law” to “Law of Power” In a pointed critique that highlights growing tensions between the United Nations and the United States, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has accused Washington of sidelining international law in favor of raw power politics. Speaking in a…
Measles Outbreak Reaches Clemson University Amid Growing South Carolina Crisis The ongoing measles outbreak in South Carolina has now spread to Clemson University, marking a concerning expansion of a public health emergency that has already affected hundreds across the state. The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed a case…
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When medical misinformation was recently thrust into the national spotlight with claims linking acetaminophen to autism, it revealed a deeper fracture in public trust that extends well beyond a single headline. This incident highlights a troubling paradox in America’s information ecosystem: despite unprecedented access to information, the accuracy and reliability of health-related content remain dangerously compromised. Medical misinformation is far from a fringe issue. Its consequences ripple through healthcare systems, affecting public health outcomes and eroding confidence in medical institutions. Much like America’s healthcare paradox of high spending yielding substandard results, our information landscape suffers from high volume but questionable…
In a stark example of historical irony, Hessy Levinsons Taft, the Jewish baby whose photograph was unwittingly used by Nazi propagandists as the ideal image of the Aryan race, has died at her San Francisco home. She was 91. Taft passed away on January 1, 2026, according to The New…
Conservative Activist Challenges Swalwell’s Eligibility in California Governor Race A conservative filmmaker has filed a legal petition claiming Democratic California Representative Eric Swalwell is ineligible to run for governor, arguing the congressman doesn’t actually reside in the state he seeks to lead. Joel Gilbert, the activist behind the challenge, submitted…
Physical decline begins well before old age, according to a groundbreaking Swedish study that tracked the same individuals over nearly five decades. The research reveals that measurable drops in fitness and strength begin around age 35 and continue gradually through midlife, challenging the common perception that physical deterioration is primarily…
A wave of shark attacks has rocked Sydney’s coastal communities, with three separate incidents occurring in just over 24 hours, leaving a man and a young boy in critical condition. The most recent attack took place Monday evening at North Steyne Beach in Manly, where a surfer in his 20s…
Faith Leaders Condemn Protest Disruption at Minnesota Church, Sparking Rights Debate Several religious leaders have issued urgent calls to protect worshippers’ rights while expressing compassion for migrants after protesters disrupted a Sunday service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. The incident has ignited a national conversation about the boundaries…
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The Jewish Baby Who Became a Nazi Propaganda Symbol Dies at 91 Hessy Levinsons Taft, a Jewish woman whose baby photo was ironically used as Nazi propaganda after winning a contest to represent the “ideal Aryan baby,” died at her San Francisco home on January 1. She was 91. Born…
Social media allegations regarding federal immigration enforcement operations in the Twin Cities are being firmly disputed by the Department of Homeland Security, which states that many viral claims lack proper context and misrepresent actual events. In one incident that gained traction online, cellphone footage showed agents escorting a detainee to…
France Condemns Iran’s Crackdown on Protesters, Considers Satellite Support France has strongly condemned Iran’s violent suppression of nationwide protests and is exploring options to provide satellite communications assistance to help Iranians bypass internet restrictions imposed by authorities, according to France’s ambassador to the United Nations. In an exclusive interview, Ambassador…
Minneapolis Mayor Defends Non-Cooperation Policy with ICE Despite Controversial Drunk Driving Fatality Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey reaffirmed his administration’s stance against cooperating with federal immigration authorities during a Wednesday interview on “Fox & Friends,” even when questioned about a fatal drunk driving case involving an undocumented immigrant. “We are willing…
The European Union will allocate the majority of a new €90 billion ($105 billion) loan program to bolster Ukraine’s military capabilities over the next two years, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Wednesday in Brussels. Of the total package, €60 billion ($70 billion) will be directed toward military…
A federal jury has convicted former Navy SEAL Gregory Vandenberg of transporting explosives across state lines with the intent to attack police officers during a protest in San Diego last year, federal prosecutors announced Monday. Vandenberg, 49, was found guilty following a five-day trial in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where prosecutors…
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…
