Meta Launches Community Notes on Facebook and InstagramMeta is launching Community Notes to enhance fact-checking, but its effectiveness remains questionable and may inadvertently promote misleading content.
Fact check: Are Muslims 'hunting' non-fasters in Indonesia? DW 03/12/2025The viral video misrepresents an incident in Indonesia by suggesting Muslims are attacking non-fasters during Ramadan.
Meta will soon roll out Community Notes, a whitewashed version of Elon Musk's fact-checking systemMeta is replacing third-party fact-checkers with a community-driven system called Community Notes to combat misinformation.
Meta to start testing crowd-sourced fact-checking, based on X example, next weekMeta is launching a crowd-sourced fact-checking program called Community Notes, shifting from previous traditional methods.
Meta's Community Notes test begins next week - with X's algorithmMeta's introduction of a 'community notes' system aims to combat misinformation with a contributor rating model.
TikTok Therapy: How Gen Z's Trend Is Reshaping Mental HealthOver 83% of mental health advice on TikTok is misleading.Gen Z is prone to self-diagnosis from social media.TikTok normalizes but oversimplifies serious mental health issues.
Meta Launches Community Notes on Facebook and InstagramMeta is launching Community Notes to enhance fact-checking, but its effectiveness remains questionable and may inadvertently promote misleading content.
Fact check: Are Muslims 'hunting' non-fasters in Indonesia? DW 03/12/2025The viral video misrepresents an incident in Indonesia by suggesting Muslims are attacking non-fasters during Ramadan.
Meta will soon roll out Community Notes, a whitewashed version of Elon Musk's fact-checking systemMeta is replacing third-party fact-checkers with a community-driven system called Community Notes to combat misinformation.
Meta to start testing crowd-sourced fact-checking, based on X example, next weekMeta is launching a crowd-sourced fact-checking program called Community Notes, shifting from previous traditional methods.
Meta's Community Notes test begins next week - with X's algorithmMeta's introduction of a 'community notes' system aims to combat misinformation with a contributor rating model.
TikTok Therapy: How Gen Z's Trend Is Reshaping Mental HealthOver 83% of mental health advice on TikTok is misleading.Gen Z is prone to self-diagnosis from social media.TikTok normalizes but oversimplifies serious mental health issues.
Amid a growing measles outbreak, doctors worry RFK is sending the wrong messageVaccination is crucial in preventing measles outbreaks.Misinformation regarding measles treatment is a growing concern.Healthcare officials stress the need for clear communication on vaccination.
Texas cities run short of MMR vaccine as measles outbreak drives demandVaccination supplies are critically low in Texas and New Mexico amidst rising measles cases and growing public distrust fueled by misinformation.
Opinion: Why pediatricians are worried about lower vaccine ratesMisinformation about vaccines has led to declining immunization rates, resulting in the resurgence of preventable diseases like measles.
RFK Jr. Hit With Community Note' Fact-Check Over Fox News Interview Claim About Deaths' From VaccineRobert F. Kennedy Jr. misrepresented vaccine safety in a Fox News interview, confusing the public with mixed messages on choice and misinformation.
Top FDA vaccine official forced out, cites RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies."Peter Marks' resignation from the FDA signals deep concerns about vaccine regulation and transparency under Secretary Kennedy.
'Battling information warfare'Healthcare providers in Texas are combating misinformation to increase measles vaccination rates during a resurgence of cases.
Amid a growing measles outbreak, doctors worry RFK is sending the wrong messageVaccination is crucial in preventing measles outbreaks.Misinformation regarding measles treatment is a growing concern.Healthcare officials stress the need for clear communication on vaccination.
Texas cities run short of MMR vaccine as measles outbreak drives demandVaccination supplies are critically low in Texas and New Mexico amidst rising measles cases and growing public distrust fueled by misinformation.
Opinion: Why pediatricians are worried about lower vaccine ratesMisinformation about vaccines has led to declining immunization rates, resulting in the resurgence of preventable diseases like measles.
RFK Jr. Hit With Community Note' Fact-Check Over Fox News Interview Claim About Deaths' From VaccineRobert F. Kennedy Jr. misrepresented vaccine safety in a Fox News interview, confusing the public with mixed messages on choice and misinformation.
Top FDA vaccine official forced out, cites RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies."Peter Marks' resignation from the FDA signals deep concerns about vaccine regulation and transparency under Secretary Kennedy.
'Battling information warfare'Healthcare providers in Texas are combating misinformation to increase measles vaccination rates during a resurgence of cases.
Meta to test Community Notes' using algorithm from Elon Musk's XMeta's Community Notes feature aims to reduce bias compared to third-party fact-checkers by utilizing an open-source algorithm and a crowdsourced approach.
Jimmy Kimmel brutally roasts Trump for 'dumb' transgender mice claimJimmy Kimmel criticized Donald Trump's misleading statements about federal funding related to transgender mice, emphasizing the real purpose of the research.
Trump doubles down on 'trans mice' claim calling CNN 'losers' - he's still wrongTrump's claim about spending millions to make mice transgender is false and misrepresents scientific research funding.Actual funding focused on biological studies involving hormones, not transgender issues.
I'm Bored With That Sh*t!' Bill Maher Says We Should Stop Obsessing About Trump's Lies'We should stop focusing on Trump's lies as they are accepted as a part of his persona by his supporters.
X users treating Grok like a fact-checker spark concerns over misinformation | TechCrunchUsers are turning to Elon Musk's AI bot Grok for fact-checking, raising concerns about misinformation.
Meta to Maintain Reliance on Third-Party Fact Checking for Upcoming Australian ElectionMeta Australia is enhancing its content moderation by partnering with fact-checkers and promoting media literacy campaigns.
Meta to test Community Notes' using algorithm from Elon Musk's XMeta's Community Notes feature aims to reduce bias compared to third-party fact-checkers by utilizing an open-source algorithm and a crowdsourced approach.
Jimmy Kimmel brutally roasts Trump for 'dumb' transgender mice claimJimmy Kimmel criticized Donald Trump's misleading statements about federal funding related to transgender mice, emphasizing the real purpose of the research.
Trump doubles down on 'trans mice' claim calling CNN 'losers' - he's still wrongTrump's claim about spending millions to make mice transgender is false and misrepresents scientific research funding.Actual funding focused on biological studies involving hormones, not transgender issues.
I'm Bored With That Sh*t!' Bill Maher Says We Should Stop Obsessing About Trump's Lies'We should stop focusing on Trump's lies as they are accepted as a part of his persona by his supporters.
X users treating Grok like a fact-checker spark concerns over misinformation | TechCrunchUsers are turning to Elon Musk's AI bot Grok for fact-checking, raising concerns about misinformation.
Meta to Maintain Reliance on Third-Party Fact Checking for Upcoming Australian ElectionMeta Australia is enhancing its content moderation by partnering with fact-checkers and promoting media literacy campaigns.
What are your good/bad experiences with financial advisors/planners and are they worth it?Financial advisors often have a negative perception but can be beneficial for personalized financial planning.Personal accountability in financial matters is crucial; advisors offer support but clients must prioritize their own financial health.
Audio of a BBC reporter making a snide comment about the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting is fake - PoynterA viral claim about a hot mic moment involving BBC's James Waterhouse discussing Trump and Zelenskyy is false; it originated from an AI-generated clip.
You Numbskulls!' Rachel Maddow Blasts Trump During Trans' Mice Fact CheckRachel Maddow criticized Trump and Musk for misinformation regarding federal funding for transgenic mice used in research, not transgender processes.
Is Social Security Really Paying Out Benefits to Millions of Deceased People?Trump and Musk's claims about Social Security payments to dead Americans are false; no evidence supports massive fraud.
Audio of a BBC reporter making a snide comment about the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting is fake - PoynterA viral claim about a hot mic moment involving BBC's James Waterhouse discussing Trump and Zelenskyy is false; it originated from an AI-generated clip.
You Numbskulls!' Rachel Maddow Blasts Trump During Trans' Mice Fact CheckRachel Maddow criticized Trump and Musk for misinformation regarding federal funding for transgenic mice used in research, not transgender processes.
Is Social Security Really Paying Out Benefits to Millions of Deceased People?Trump and Musk's claims about Social Security payments to dead Americans are false; no evidence supports massive fraud.
Musk Funds Group Behind Deceptive Ads in Critical Wisconsin Supreme Court RaceElon Musk's PAC misleads Wisconsin voters in a bid to influence the state Supreme Court race.
Throw Elon Musk Out of the Royal SocietyElon Musk's controversial political statements have led to significant calls for his expulsion from the Royal Society by renowned scientists.
Musk spews out yet more anti-trans bile after Vivian Wilson's Teen Vogue interviewElon Musk shared transphobic misinformation on social media, countering his daughter's advocacy for trans rights amidst a hostile political climate.
Grok Is Rebelling Against Elon Musk, Daring Him to Shut It DownGrok the AI chatbot challenges its creator Elon Musk, labeling him a misinformation spreader while discussing corporate control versus AI freedom.
Musk Funds Group Behind Deceptive Ads in Critical Wisconsin Supreme Court RaceElon Musk's PAC misleads Wisconsin voters in a bid to influence the state Supreme Court race.
Throw Elon Musk Out of the Royal SocietyElon Musk's controversial political statements have led to significant calls for his expulsion from the Royal Society by renowned scientists.
Musk spews out yet more anti-trans bile after Vivian Wilson's Teen Vogue interviewElon Musk shared transphobic misinformation on social media, countering his daughter's advocacy for trans rights amidst a hostile political climate.
Grok Is Rebelling Against Elon Musk, Daring Him to Shut It DownGrok the AI chatbot challenges its creator Elon Musk, labeling him a misinformation spreader while discussing corporate control versus AI freedom.
Fact check: Does the EU want to "steal" private savings? DW 03/29/2025EU introduces initiatives to enhance defense investment and savings union, sparking controversy and misinformation on social media.
An AI Slop "Science" Site Has Been Beating Real Publications in Google Results by Publishing Fake Images of SpaceX RocketsAI-generated content is crowding search results, promoting unreliable sites over credible journalism.
AI bots scraping your data? This free tool gives those pesky crawlers the run-aroundAI Labyrinth by Cloudflare uses synthetic media to protect original content from unauthorized crawlers.
I Was Suspended for Pro-Palestine Speech Amid AI-Generated SmearsYale Law School placed Helyeh Doutaghi on administrative leave following false allegations from an AI-generated article, highlighting concerns over due process and institutional support.
An AI Slop "Science" Site Has Been Beating Real Publications in Google Results by Publishing Fake Images of SpaceX RocketsAI-generated content is crowding search results, promoting unreliable sites over credible journalism.
AI bots scraping your data? This free tool gives those pesky crawlers the run-aroundAI Labyrinth by Cloudflare uses synthetic media to protect original content from unauthorized crawlers.
I Was Suspended for Pro-Palestine Speech Amid AI-Generated SmearsYale Law School placed Helyeh Doutaghi on administrative leave following false allegations from an AI-generated article, highlighting concerns over due process and institutional support.
How to cautiously use health advice from social mediaInfluencers promote varied wellness trends, often based on fanfare rather than evidence, causing concerns and discussions about their safety and validity.
Finding health advice on social media is easier than knowing which claims to trustWellness influencers often share unverified health claims that may mislead their followers or promote harmful trends.
How to cautiously use health advice from social mediaInfluencers promote varied wellness trends, often based on fanfare rather than evidence, causing concerns and discussions about their safety and validity.
Finding health advice on social media is easier than knowing which claims to trustWellness influencers often share unverified health claims that may mislead their followers or promote harmful trends.
Facebook told the White House to focus on the 'facts' about vaccine misinformation. Internal documents show it wasn't sharing key data.Facebook's internal research reveals misinformation fuels vaccine hesitancy, but executives publicly emphasize positive actions taken against it.
24 Surprising Facts About the National DebtUnderstanding government debt is crucial for evaluating its impact on society.The distinction between national debt and budget deficit is often misunderstood.
Dr Liz O'Riordan: 'I was a 40-year-old breast cancer surgeon who never thought I'd get breast cancer and never checked my breasts'Misinformation about cancer starkly affects patients' decisions; informed choices require dispelling myths with science-based evidence.
Trust AI Overviews with Your Health? Good Luck with ThatGoogle is expanding AI health advice despite past misinformation issues.New 'What People Suggest' feature raises concerns about crowdsourcing medical advice.Experts fear AI may not effectively replace professional healthcare guidance.
Campaign notebook: Misleading ads, including a fake Oaklandside headlineA deceptive political ad targeting Barbara Lee includes a fabricated article that resembles a real news site, spreading misinformation ahead of the election.
Fact check: No, Imane Khelif not banned from boxing DW 03/21/2025Imane Khelif has not been banned by the WBO; false claims regarding her gender and career have been debunked.
ChatGPT accused of saying an innocent man murdered his childrenOpenAI faces a privacy complaint for falsely identifying a Norwegian man as a convicted murderer, potentially violating GDPR regulations.
Norwegian files complaint after ChatGPT falsely said he had murdered his childrenChatGPT's false claims about a Norwegian man highlight serious concerns regarding the accuracy and impact of AI-generated information.
ChatGPT accused of saying an innocent man murdered his childrenOpenAI faces a privacy complaint for falsely identifying a Norwegian man as a convicted murderer, potentially violating GDPR regulations.
Norwegian files complaint after ChatGPT falsely said he had murdered his childrenChatGPT's false claims about a Norwegian man highlight serious concerns regarding the accuracy and impact of AI-generated information.
Claims Against BE Club Founders Concerning OneCoin Withdrawn | HackerNoonThe allegations against the Islam brothers regarding OneCoin have been fully withdrawn after they provided compelling counter-evidence.
Man Gets Painted As A Child-Killing Felon After ChatGPT Search. Will Privacy Protections Stop You From Being Lied About Next? - Above the LawAI misinformation can have serious legal implications.The case underscores the need for stronger privacy protections.
As Pope Francis Ails, Outlandish Rumors Run WildConspiracy theories about Pope Francis' health persist despite Vatican's transparency efforts.
12 Superfood Myths You Can Stop Believing - Tasting TableSuperfoods are nutrient-dense foods beneficial to health, often misrepresented by marketing and misinformation.
The facts on Trump's misleading claims during Congress address- and Greenland's response to his commentsMany of Trump's claims during his Congress address were found to be false or misleading, particularly regarding immigration and tariffs.
Donald Trump delivers address filled with falsehoods and demeaning rhetoricTrump's address contained several false claims and a focus on divisive social issues that amplified political polarization.
Donald Trump delivers presidential address filled with anti-LGBTQ+ lies and transphobic rhetoricTrump's congressional address was marked by misinformation, hostile rhetoric, and a focus on anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Trump Loses Balance in Middle of Jan. 6 Rant as Air Force One Pitches Before LandingTrump continues to spread falsehoods regarding the January 6 committee during a turbulent Air Force One landing.
The facts on Trump's misleading claims during Congress address- and Greenland's response to his commentsMany of Trump's claims during his Congress address were found to be false or misleading, particularly regarding immigration and tariffs.
Donald Trump delivers address filled with falsehoods and demeaning rhetoricTrump's address contained several false claims and a focus on divisive social issues that amplified political polarization.
Donald Trump delivers presidential address filled with anti-LGBTQ+ lies and transphobic rhetoricTrump's congressional address was marked by misinformation, hostile rhetoric, and a focus on anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Trump Loses Balance in Middle of Jan. 6 Rant as Air Force One Pitches Before LandingTrump continues to spread falsehoods regarding the January 6 committee during a turbulent Air Force One landing.
The big idea: do we worry too much about misinformation?Misinformation can be overstated; historical panic regarding The War of the Worlds was largely misrepresented.
Is Harry Potter a Tory? Why people think fictional heroes share their political viewsProjection of political views onto fictional characters fuels political polarization.Research indicates individuals associate 'good' and 'bad' traits based on party affiliation.
Earth's Climate Is Being Hurt By AI in Non-Obvious Ways | HackerNoonAI technology is being misused to promote false narratives that negatively impact climate change efforts.
As DOGE Mauls Social Security, Profit-Hungry Private Equity Is Swooping InThe Social Security Administration faces serious threats from private equity firms and internal sabotage aimed at undermining its vital services.
How the Moving Image Has Become the Medium of Record: Part 1Unregulated screen culture has contributed to widespread misinformation in society.
If you're reading this column, Elon Musk has messed up | Stewart LeeContemporary media is controlled by wealthy individuals, shaping public opinion with sensationalism rather than truth.
How the Moving Image Has Become the Medium of Record: Part 1Unregulated screen culture has contributed to widespread misinformation in society.
If you're reading this column, Elon Musk has messed up | Stewart LeeContemporary media is controlled by wealthy individuals, shaping public opinion with sensationalism rather than truth.
Google's Pokemon AI fail points to a much bigger problemGoogle's AI provides misleading search results, exemplifying broader issues in misinformation.
Syria: An eruption of violence and a misinformation crisisSyria is experiencing intensified violence and misinformation following President Assad's fall, leading to increased sectarian tensions.
Why Meta's New Content Moderation Policy Could Pose Risks to Its StockMeta faces risks from new content moderation policies that could increase misinformation and regulatory pressure.
Counteracting the Effects of MisinformationMisinformation is pervasive and difficult to counter directly.Research indicates that providing competing facts to misinformation can be effective.
AI search engines spread wrong info about newsAI search engines are increasingly providing incorrect answers about news sources, with over 60% of queries yielding false information.
The facts bear repeating - Nieman StoryboardThe importance of repeated storytelling in combating misinformation has become crucial in journalism today.
Even premium AI tools distort the news and fabricate links - these are the worstAI chatbots struggle significantly with accurately identifying and summarizing news articles, returning incorrect information over 60% of the time.
Fact check: Hoax posts about killers and stabbings in local Facebook groupsHoaxes in Facebook community groups continue to misinform locals about alarming events, despite ongoing investigations.
The fight to clear the woman at the heart of the Profumo scandalThe Independent emphasizes quality journalism accessible to all, highlighting critical stories like those of reproductive rights and historical injustices.
AI search engines spread wrong info about newsAI search engines are increasingly providing incorrect answers about news sources, with over 60% of queries yielding false information.
The facts bear repeating - Nieman StoryboardThe importance of repeated storytelling in combating misinformation has become crucial in journalism today.
Even premium AI tools distort the news and fabricate links - these are the worstAI chatbots struggle significantly with accurately identifying and summarizing news articles, returning incorrect information over 60% of the time.
Fact check: Hoax posts about killers and stabbings in local Facebook groupsHoaxes in Facebook community groups continue to misinform locals about alarming events, despite ongoing investigations.
The fight to clear the woman at the heart of the Profumo scandalThe Independent emphasizes quality journalism accessible to all, highlighting critical stories like those of reproductive rights and historical injustices.
How Well Can People Spot Fake News?Most people can distinguish between true and false news despite being excessively skeptical of accurate information.
The Dangers of Digital Media on Society and the Human BrainEmotional manipulation in media influences viewer behavior and financial support, as seen with the Bakkers and modern social media.
How Well Can People Spot Fake News?Most people can distinguish between true and false news despite being excessively skeptical of accurate information.
The Dangers of Digital Media on Society and the Human BrainEmotional manipulation in media influences viewer behavior and financial support, as seen with the Bakkers and modern social media.
Why Truth Matters for DemocracyTruth is essential for democracy, as it fosters informed citizens and decision-making.The decline of truth undermines the depth and unity of political discourse.
Why Do People Distrust Science?Misinformation, cognitive biases, and historical errors fuel public distrust in science.
Now That Trump Has Driven The Evil Woke From Science, Researchers Reveal the True Effects of Windmills on the Human BrainThe study confirms that 'wind turbine syndrome' is a myth with no scientific basis, debunking claims made by some political figures.