Bondi attack misinformation victim speaks of 'nightmare'
A Pakistani man in Australia describes his life as a 'nightmare' after being falsely labelled online as the Bondi attacker. Read about the spread of dangerous misinformation.
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Mail Online Apologises to Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland
Mail Online issues a formal apology and agrees to pay legal costs after falsely accusing Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland of being rude to a waiter. The report was based on a misleading influencer video.
Mail Online Apologises to Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland
Mail Online issues a formal apology to Dr Ann Kaplan Mulholland for falsely reporting she was rude to a waiter. The publication has removed the content and agreed to pay legal costs.
Alex Jones bans smartphones at home over child safety
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
TikTok star Ben Bader victim of Donald Trump Jr death hoax
Popular TikTok creator Ben Bader becomes victim of disturbing death hoax falsely linking him to Donald Trump Jr in elaborate online conspiracy theory that's gone viral across social media platforms.
Gen Z's Bizarre Epstein-Eyes Wide Shut Conspiracy Obsession
A startling new trend sees Generation Z falling down conspiracy rabbit holes, mixing Jeffrey Epstein with Kubrick's cult classic in dangerous online echo chambers.
Cambridge graduate dies after believing anti-vax myths
The grieving brother of a Cambridge University graduate speaks out about how online health misinformation contributed to his sister's preventable death from sepsis.
MPs: UK faces riot repeat without misinformation action
A cross-party committee warns that Britain remains vulnerable to mass disorder unless the government implements stronger measures against online falsehoods and algorithmic amplification of harmful content.
Shakespeare: Teach internet nonsense, not my old rubbish
Stephen Collins' brilliant cartoon imagines Shakespeare dismissing his own work as outdated while urging digital literacy against modern online misinformation.
UK Teens Struggle to Spot AI Fake Content
Groundbreaking research exposes critical gap in digital literacy as over half of secondary students struggle to identify AI-generated misinformation, raising alarms about online safety.
Olive Garden waitress viral tip story exposed as fake
A heartwarming story about an Olive Garden waitress receiving a huge tip from a grieving customer turned out to be an elaborate fake that went viral across social media platforms.
Newsom confronts Joe Rogan over COVID misinformation
California Governor Gavin Newsom challenges Joe Rogan's controversial podcast platform during explosive interview, defending scientific consensus while advocating for dialogue across political divides.
Neil Young removes music from Spotify in Rogan protest
Music icon Neil Young removes his entire catalogue from Spotify in dramatic protest against COVID-19 misinformation spread on Joe Rogan's podcast, sparking industry-wide debate about platform responsibility.
UN's Failed Fight Against Misinformation: A Warning Ignored
Decades ago, the fledgling United Nations attempted to curb mass-scale misinformation. As today's digital landscape proves, ignoring that warning has come at a devastating cost to global stability.
RFK Jr's autism claims spark medical backlash
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces widespread condemnation after claiming certain chemicals can cause autism, with medical experts and fact-checkers debunking his controversial statements.
Fox Hosts Face Backlash Over 'Deep State' Conspiracy Claims
Pete Hegseth and Charlie Kirk face mounting criticism after promoting baseless conspiracy theories about government 'dragnets' targeting Trump supporters, with legal experts dismissing their claims as dangerous misinformation.
Fox Host Sparks Fury With Debunked Antifa Conspiracy
Fox News presenter Jesse Watters faces widespread condemnation after promoting a debunked online rumour linking Antifa to the Mexican Mafia in a segment that critics label dangerous misinformation.
Build Your BS Detector: Spot Fake News
In today's digital landscape, false information spreads rapidly. Learn essential skills to distinguish facts from harmful fiction and protect yourself from digital deception.
Labour's Powell vows tough AI talks with tech giants
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell pledges to challenge Big Tech on AI safety and misinformation in exclusive Mirror interview, promising Labour will prioritise public protection over corporate interests.
CDC: Vaccine Misinformation and Access Issues Persist
New CDC report reveals dangerous combination of persistent vaccine misinformation and practical access issues continues to undermine COVID-19 vaccination efforts across America.
Mother dies after refusing cancer treatment for conspiracy theories
Aloma Shemirani's heartbreaking story reveals how online conspiracy theories led her to refuse conventional cancer treatment, with her family now warning others about medical misinformation dangers.
Chelsea Clinton condemns anti-vax movement in London speech
The former First Daughter delivered a powerful speech at MAHA's Global Health Conference, criticising vaccine misinformation and urging stronger public health measures.
Trump's False Portland National Guard Claims Debunked
Fact-checkers expose false claims about National Guard deployment to Portland as experts warn of escalating political misinformation ahead of elections.
Jane Goodall death rumours debunked - primatologist alive
World-renowned primatologist Dame Jane Goodall is alive and well despite viral death rumours circulating on social media. The 90-year-old conservation icon continues her vital environmental work.
Wikipedia Co-Founder: CIA 'Hijacked' Entries
Larry Sanger reveals explosive allegations that intelligence agencies manipulated Wikipedia content on sensitive political subjects including the Iraq War and global terrorism.
Tech firms may quit Australian misinformation fight
Major technology companies including Meta and Google are considering abandoning efforts to combat misinformation in Australia, citing unsustainable costs and regulatory burdens under new laws.
Trump Endorses Dr Oz's Controversial Tylenol-Autism Theory
Former President Donald Trump amplifies Dr Mehmet Oz's disputed theory linking Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism, drawing sharp criticism from medical experts who warn of public health risks.
Arrogance Drives Conspiracy Theory Belief, Says Cambridge Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Cambridge reveals a surprising link between intellectual arrogance and belief in conspiracy theories, challenging common assumptions about gullibility.
Expert: Trump's Tylenol-autism claims lack factual basis
Leading autism researcher Dr. Alycia Halladay dismisses Donald Trump's recent assertions linking Tylenol to autism as scientifically unfounded, warning such statements risk public health misinformation.
TikTok 'Rapture' Panic: The Truth Behind the Viral Glitch
A bizarre technical error on TikTok, which made users appear to 'vanish', ignited a viral 'Rapture' conspiracy theory, revealing the platform's power to fuel modern-day digital myths.
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