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
Late last week, news of Mexican drug kingpin Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada’s capture sent shockwaves through social media, triggering a wave of disinformation that heightened tensions across northern Mexico. The 76-year-old co-founder of the notorious Sinaloa cartel was arrested alongside Joaquín Guzmán López, son of imprisoned cartel leader Joaquín “El…
The Justice Department’s massive release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein has triggered a wave of high-profile resignations worldwide, though criminal charges have yet to materialize in the United States. Approximately 3.5 million pages of material released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act have reignited public scrutiny over who maintained…
Afghan Taliban Regime Propagates False Narratives Following Border Clashes with Pakistan Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has accused the Afghan Taliban regime of resorting to “propaganda and lies” to mask what he described as a “humiliating defeat” in recent border confrontations with Pakistani security forces. Speaking…
Former Escape The Fate guitarist TJ Bell has broken his silence regarding his recent departure from the band, claiming he was removed following what he describes as “entirely false” public accusations. In a lengthy statement shared on social media, Bell addressed the numerous inquiries from fans seeking clarity about his…
Swedish Military Jams Suspected Russian Drone Near French Aircraft Carrier The Swedish Armed Forces successfully jammed a suspected Russian drone on February 25 as it approached the French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle while docked in Malmö, highlighting escalating tensions between NATO and Moscow in the Baltic Sea region.…
Trump’s State of the Union Outlines Key Legislative Priorities Amid Congressional Pushback State of the Union addresses traditionally serve as platforms for presidential aspirations, and President Donald Trump’s recent address was no exception. During his speech to Congress, the president outlined two significant legislative requests while also sending a clear…
Norway’s King Harald V Released from Spanish Hospital, Continues Vacation Norway’s King Harald V has been discharged from a hospital in Spain’s Canary Islands after receiving treatment for a skin infection, the Norwegian royal palace announced Thursday. The 89-year-old monarch, who celebrated his birthday last weekend, was admitted to the…
The Dark Side of Disaster: Japan Battles Surge in Fake News During Crises In the critical hours following Japan’s New Year’s Day earthquake on the Noto Peninsula in 2024, as rescue crews rushed to aid victims, a disturbing social media post appeared. “My family is trapped under a collapsed building…
An estimated 32.6 million people watched President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address this week, marking his smallest audience for the annual message since taking office. The viewership represents a decline of four million viewers compared to his speech to Congress last year, according to data released by Nielsen.…
Wall Street retreated Thursday as Nvidia’s sharp decline overshadowed broader market gains, highlighting investors’ growing concerns about the sustainability of the artificial intelligence boom. The S&P 500 fell 0.5% to 6,908.86, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite dropped 1.2% to 22,878.38. The Dow Jones Industrial Average bucked the trend, inching up…
Fake Images and Disinformation Spread After Cartel Leader’s Death in Mexico In the chaotic aftermath of Mexican military forces killing Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, a wave of disinformation swept across social media, amplifying public fear and painting a more catastrophic picture than reality.…
European Union Launches Centre for Democratic Resilience to Counter Information Threats EU Ministers gathered at today’s General Affairs Council meeting to officially launch the European Centre for Democratic Resilience, a cornerstone initiative of the European Democracy Shield. The Centre aims to strengthen the EU’s collective approach to protecting democratic institutions…
