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Swimming Australia just created a groundbreaking website to protect athletes from AI-generated fake news that's been causing them real distress. The "flickbait" resource will publicly debunk false stories targeting swimmers with a simple red X.
Ghana's government has confirmed that a viral notice ordering Africans to leave Cambodia by May 31 is completely fake. Diplomatic channels verified the document was fraudulent, bringing relief to thousands of worried families.
Fake news sites created by AI have been spreading since 2023, but learning four simple checks can help anyone spot them in seconds. Here's how to protect yourself from misleading articles designed to confuse or profit from unsuspecting readers.
New tools and expert networks are helping people identify AI-generated disinformation after a study found nearly half of fake headlines looked real to readers. On International Fact-Checking Day, fact-checkers share how to separate truth from fiction online.
USC researchers discovered that people debunking COVID-19 misinformation on Twitter had larger followings and older accounts than those spreading false claims. The findings offer hope that truth has a built-in advantage on social media.
The Ghana Armed Forces is setting the record straight after false reports claimed 60% of military applicants tested positive for HIV. The good news? Medical screenings are still underway, and no results have been released.
That viral warning about women fainting after sniffing perfume from strangers? It's the same debunked hoax that's been recycling since 1999. Here's how to spot fake warnings and why sharing them does more harm than good.
Nigeria's Football Federation exposed a forged FIFA letter claiming the country faced suspension, just as officials met with FIFA in Switzerland to plan positive reforms. Instead of threats, FIFA is working with Nigeria to strengthen its football system.
The world's first good news website launched 29 years ago today, pioneering a movement that proved people craved uplifting stories. Founded by former TV journalist Geri Weis-Corbley, the Good News Network now reaches millions with inspiring stories every day.
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One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
A groundbreaking UC Riverside study reveals Black and Latino teenagers significantly outperform white peers at identifying online disinformation, especially race-related content. Their secret weapon? Real-world experience navigating digital racism has made them naturally savvier online.
Over 100 social media influencers from Northern Nigeria just completed training to spot and counter misinformation online. The program teaches fact-checking skills and ethical digital engagement to help truth rise above the noise.
Kemi Busari from DUBAWA Nigeria just earned a seat on the committee guiding fact-checking across an entire continent. His election shows how West Africa is stepping up to protect truth in the digital age.
Religious leaders across Nigeria are learning to verify information and combat misinformation ahead of the 2027 elections. The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs is equipping clerics with fact-checking skills to protect communities from harmful falsehoods.
France's Foreign Ministry launched an official account that uses sarcasm and memes to combat disinformation, attracting 180,000 followers in just five months. The creative approach generates 15 million impressions weekly while defending truth with the same viral tactics used by trolls.
Kenya's Court of Appeal just struck down laws that criminalized "false information," saying the state can't be the referee of truth. But while free speech won, government surveillance powers remain intact.
Hedi Argent escaped Nazi Austria at age 10 and now shares her story with students, drawing powerful parallels between 1930s propaganda and today's social media misinformation. Her message of hope: learning from history can help the next generation prevent hatred from taking root.
Political scientist Ian Bremmer, who advises world leaders, reveals his strategies for staying informed without getting overwhelmed. In a new TED conversation, he offers practical tips anyone can use to think more clearly about the news.
Google just handed publishers a powerful new tool to fight back against AI's impact on website traffic. Readers can now mark their favorite news sources with a single button click, making those sites appear more often in search results.
A South Carolina news station is putting money behind every weather forecast they get right. For each accurate prediction, $50 goes directly to local charities.
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