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Vaccine misinformation spreads as RFK Jr suggests two measles deaths were 'fabricated'
Anti-vaxxers are spreading conspiracy theories after two recent measles-associated deaths in PennsylvaniaAnti-vaccine activists are trying to track down the fa…
Family Of Ex-Cambridge Professor Blames 'Campaign Of Misinformation' For His Death
Family members are blaming "misinformation" and a "campaign of harassment" for the death ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday. "Jason was subjected to a campaign…
Technology
Google nixes its Earth AI feature one day after launch, amid criticism it would spread misinformation
A tool that allowed anyone to generate fake AI-generated imagery and superimpose it over real Google Earth maps quickly spurred backlash.
Fired '60 Minutes' correspondent Cecilia Vega claims CBS bosses pushed 'misinformation' into her reporting
Vega said that she was "scared to be talking" about her experience but felt compelled to speak publicly.
Consumer
US media regulator Brendan Carr accuses Disney of 'misinformation' on investigations
Disney-owned ABC launched awareness campaign about two FCC investigations it faces, urging viewers to write inBrendan Carr, the Trump-aligned chairman of the F…
Geopolitics
Kalshi and Polymarket prohibit affiliates from spreading election misinformation
Prediction market apps are doubling down on paid content creators denying election results, asking them to remove posts or lose sponsorship. Popular online pre…
Technology
'Killer of trust': social media groups fuel misinformation in UK, report finds
Investigation reveals more than 4.4 million people live in 'news deserts' that lack dedicated local reporting. Local social media groups are fuelling misinform…
Latest news on Ebola outbreak as experts warn about misinformation online
The U.S. has activated an Ebola virus task force to help in Africa, where a deadly outbreak has raised concerns worldwide. CBS News' Dr. Celine Gounder joins w…
Geopolitics
Trump Unloads On 'Corrupt Media Outlets' That Parrot Iranian Misinformation
President Donald Trump accused Iran of waging an aggressive disinformation campaign using artificial intelligence during the ongoing conflict with the United S…
'I'm Unique': Booted Rep Dan Crenshaw Tells Margaret Brennan 'Misinformation' Played Role In Stunning Loss
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Healthcare
In Talking to Parents About Vaccines, Pediatricians Navigate a Sea of Misinformation
Practitioners nationwide are striving to do what's best for children's health, while staying supportive in the face of mistrust and confusion.
Geopolitics
Diego Garcia base access: Getting past the misinformation
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Technology
'Uncanny Valley': Minneapolis Misinformation, TikTok's New Owners, and Moltbot Hype
On this episode of Uncanny Valley, we dive into the news that's held our attention this week: ICE activity as it's been unfolding in Minnesota.
Karen Bass Blames "Misinformation" as Locals Demand Accountability
Karen Bass Blames "Misinformation" as Locals Demand Accountability
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What can be done to slow misinformation in the digital age
The killing of political activist Charlie Kirk was followed almost immediately by a flood of misinformation and graphic content online. Northeastern University…
Healthcare
RFK Jr. spreads vaccine misinformation during congressional testimony
Kennedy said he supports a statement made by a newly appointed member of a key government vaccine panel that mRNA vaccines pose a dangerous risk to people.
Healthcare
The most widespread misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines this year
In a new KFF poll, 3 in 5 adults say they will "probably not" or "definitely not" get the COVID-19 vaccine this fall. While there are many reasons why some dec…
Technology
Embattled Intel CEO calls out 'misinformation' after Trump demands he step down over alleged ties to Chinese military
Intel is working with the Trump administration to address the issues being raised, the new CEO said.
Technology
Intel CEO responds to 'misinformation' and Trump threat in letter to employees
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan addressed "misinformation" about his previous roles on Thursday after President Donald Trump called for his resignation.
Technology
TikTok Asks Users to Help Police Misinformation
The popular app will let users add context to videos through a "community notes†program much like those on X and Meta.
Trump Administration Cancels Scores of Grants to Study Online Misinformation
Federal agencies say that by axing the funding they are protecting the First Amendment. Critics see it as stifling scientific inquiry into sources of harmful o…
Technology
State Department Shutters 'Misinformation' Censorship Agency, Salts The Earth
The State Department said on Wednesday that the propaganda office that funded efforts to deem media outlets "misinformation†and pressured social media compa…
Outside a Social Security office, fear, lines and misinformation
Retirees are flocking to the agency's office in Des Moines, mistakenly thinking they have to prove their identity anew or their checks will stop.
Industrials
Trump Leads a 'Machinery' of Misinformation in Second Term
President Trump's first four years in the White House were filled with falsehoods. Now he and those around him are using false claims to justify their policy c…
Biden Admin Gave University $5 Million To Combat 'Misinformation' And Harassment of 'Experts'
A grant from the National Science Foundation went to George Washington University to police so-called misinformation and harassment online. The grant, which be…
Technology
Apple's inaccurate AI news alerts shows the tech has a growing misinformation problem
An artificial intelligence feature on iPhones is generating fake news alerts, stoking concerns about the technology's ability to spread misinformation.
UK PM Starmer hits back against Musk attacks on child grooming gangs: 'Lies and misinformation'
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is pushing back against attacks from Elon Musk and conservatives in his own country about the handling of the child grooming s…