Iran Protests: Fact-Checking Misinformation and Old Videos
Fact-check reveals video of Iran protests shared online is miscaptioned, actually footage from 2017, not recent anti-government demonstrations. Important to verify content before sharing.
Minnesota Lawmakers Shooting: Conspiracy Theories & Political Violence
Following the MN lawmakers' shooting, unsubstantiated theories linked the suspect to left-wing extremism & Gov. Walz. The suspect had a target list. Political violence and misinformation spread online.
AI-Generated Air India Plane Crash Photo: Fact Check
AI-generated image of an Air India plane hitting a building is circulating after the Ahmedabad collision. Experts confirm it's fake. Beware of misinformation during crises.
George Floyd: Debunking False Narratives & Misinformation
Five years after George Floyd's murder, misinformation persists, fueled by online platforms and political agendas. Experts debunk false narratives surrounding his death and the racial justice movement.
False Flag Claims: Museum Shooting & Social Media
Social media posts allege a museum shooting involving Israeli diplomats is a "false flag." Historians advise skepticism, noting genuine false flag operations are complex. Conspiracy theories often mislabel real events.
COVID Vaccine Misinformation: Supreme Court and Gene Therapy Claims
Claims that the US Supreme Court ruled against COVID vaccines or that they are gene therapies are false. Fact-checkers and MHRA confirm no such rulings or classification exists. Misinformation impacts public health.
Misleading Wildfire Image: New Jersey vs. Israel
A wildfire image, falsely linked to recent Israel fires, actually depicts a New Jersey blaze. Verify sources to avoid misinformation! Reverse image search helps.
Facebook Scams: False Posts & Misinformation Threat
Scams & misinformation on Facebook overload communities, leading to real posts being dismissed. Fact-checking reveals false claims using unrelated images. Report content to combat this.
Boosting Information Integrity: Faster Corrections & Proactive Action
Enhancing information integrity by intervening early, correcting misinformation swiftly, and pushing for accountability. Focusing on speed and proactive improvements across media and government claims.