Fake news
Unpacking viral theories: Censorship, Mojtaba missing, and death hoaxes
Shir Perets debunks viral claims and examines the narratives driving the conversation around Israel and the war.
Trump claims Iran using AI as 'disinformation weapon,' coordinated with US media outlets
FCC's Carr threatens broadcasters who do not 'operate in public interest' will lose licenses
Sudan defense minister rejects claims aid convoy carried weapons in North Kordofan strike
Want to turn photos into talking, lifelike video? Try this AI platform
AI video platform D-ID converts still images into videos, a huge next step in the future of synthetic media
Twitter to expand its community fact-checking experiment, Birdwatch
Birdwatch launched in January last year, allowing some Twitter users to debunk misleading tweets by attaching notes to the content in order to provide context or point to accurate sources.
Teenagers can't discern true from fake online health messages - study
Most existing research on media literacy involves adults. However, adolescents are equally active online and need to have the skills to understand health information.
Alex Jones: The American lie machine spreading across the world
MIDDLE ISRAEL: The lie machine that is tearing American society asunder is at play wherever populism thrives, including in Israel.
How Israel shot down false reports on Jabaliya explosion in Gaza
As it soon became apparent, the children’s tragic death was not at Israel’s hands. Though many Israel supporters lament Jerusalem’s poor public relations efforts, this time it actually worked.
Iranian media falsely reports fire in IDF base hours after Tehran blasts
Iranian media falsely claim a fire in an IDF base near Jerusalem • Exiled Iranian opposition group claims responsibility for two blasts in Tehran
Voices from the Arab press: When Babo became Ivan
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
How amber teething necklaces are dangerous for babies
Amber teething necklaces have been used for centuries to help babies feel better when they are teething, but there is no scientific basis to it.
Justice and Comm. Ministries crack down on bots spreading fake news
A memorandum published on Tuesday will require automated social media posts to be clearly marked as bot posts.
Most US journalists love their work, recognize challenges in news - Pew
Overall, the field of US journalism remains something that is highly valued by those who work in it, but it is one facing numerous challenges, something the journalists are very aware of.