Tik Tok’s initiative to counter the fake informations about the climate on its platform. UAE: Not everything you read online about climate is true. Climate denialists have planted a good deal of disinformation to confuse and delay climate action. And many unsuspecting people share disinformation unknowingly. Have you heard the recent rumors about cloud seeding […]
Politicians have been known to use fake news or disinformation tactics for various purposes, often to advance their political agendas or manipulate public opinion. Here are some ways in which politicians have been observed using fake news: Some examples of how politicians have used fake news or disinformation tactics: There have been several instances of […]
A fake news scandal typically involves the dissemination of false or misleading information presented as news, often with the intent to deceive, manipulate, or influence public opinion. The anatomy of a fake news scandal typically includes the following elements: It’s important to be vigilant and critical when encountering news and information online and to verify […]
Spotting fake news can be challenging in today’s information-saturated environment, but there are several strategies and techniques you can use to help identify it:
The majority of Arab youth say social media addiction is leading to a decline in mental well-being A survey finds that 74% of young Arabs said they struggle to disconnect from social media and 61% agree that social media addiction negatively impacts mental health 92% say big tech companies have too much power and are […]
In this revolutionary age, the news is the most powerful source to control the whole information system. “Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely,” as quoted by many thinkers, paints a vivid picture of the current scenario on the media front which is clear to all. One where the news is the most powerful communication […]
