Social Media and Misinformation

In the last 4 hours

The 'fake news' spreading about your superannuation MailOnline03:09

Yesterday

Romanian Foreign Ministry, France Denounce Russian Meddling, Fake News… The Romania Journal18:49 18-May-25

Scrollaholics Beware: Study Links Social Media Addiction To Falling For Fake News The Dallas Express17:04 18-May-25

India’s meme marketing boom faces legal reckoning as copyright battles heat up Mint08:42 18-May-25

Grade 13 in Shs? DepEd says it"s 'fake news" GMA News08:22 18-May-25

Inside an election time govt social media cell that was converted to a 24/7 war room post Op Sindoor Indian Express06:04 18-May-25

Digital War: Pakistan’s Cyber Activity Against India – Analysis Eurasia Review01:29 18-May-25

In the last 7 days

MPs to target online personalities spouting anti-suncream misinformation as 'dangerous'… MailOnline22:13 17-May-25

Census Bureau: Be wary of ‘imposters’ as fake news circulates on social media The Daily Observer07:14 16-May-25

Pakistan deputy PM Ishaq Dar cites fake news to laud Paf, gets fact-checked at home The Times of India06:42 16-May-25

Freedom of information and burden of disinformation The Statesman03:42 16-May-25

Columbia Journalism Review Launches New Campaign That Outsmarts AI With AI PR Newswire (Press Release)17:00 15-May-25

Dietitian’s PSA As Misinformation About Women’s Safe Calorie Intake Spreads The Tribune, California15:57 15-May-25

Avoid spreading rumors, fake news, RAK Police warns Gulf News12:49 15-May-25

Avoid spreading rumors, false news, RAK Police warns Gulf News11:27 15-May-25

Real Fake News: How Untrue Claims of a Fired Air Force Vice Chief's Death Sentence Spread Online Military.com22:34 14-May-25

80% of America’s Most Popular Media Shows Have Spread Climate Misinformation, Shows Analysis Green Queen14:23 14-May-25

Operation Sindoor: How India fought swarms of drones, wave of misinformation during conflict Odisha TV13:31 14-May-25

BBC chief Tim Davie tells Salford audience “democratic society at risk” from social media and misinformation Prolific North11:55 14-May-25

Gardaí condemn social media 'misinformation' about Kevin Flatley's death BreakingNews.ie11:54 14-May-25

The business model of lies, gossip and misinformation about Jack and Lilly Sullivan on social media SaltWire11:09 14-May-25

Notice on Misinformation, Disinformation, Fake News: An Garda Síochána (Press Release)09:38 14-May-25

Gardaí hit out at 'completely inaccurate' misinformation shared online about death of Garda Kevin Flatley TheJournal.ie08:59 14-May-25

Gardai slam 'fake news' circulating on social media about death of Garda Kevin Flatley Irish Mirror08:39 14-May-25

Gardaí issue warning over misinformation on fatal crash RTE07:49 14-May-25

25 held, 37 social media accounts to be blocked for misinformation on Operation Sindoor: Police Indian Express20:51 13-May-25

Here are 5 tips to combat misinformation on social media WUSF Public Media20:50 13-May-25

Survey shows Japanese vulnerable to misinformation online: gov't The Mainichi14:06 13-May-25

Excessive Social Media Use Linked to Higher Belief in Fake News Science Blog (Weblog)15:17 12-May-25

In the last month

Viral misinformation is undermining child health: op-ed Al.com16:06 11-May-25

Schools alert students against misinformation The Times of India14:00 11-May-25

‘Imran Khan dies in prison’: Fake News frenzy spreads across social media fueled by Indian media Daily Ausaf13:44 11-May-25

State cyber cell uses advanced tech to neutralise threats of fake news, malware, DDoS attacks The Times of India08:54 11-May-25

J&K govt urges people to maintain calm, warns against misinformation The Statesman05:13 11-May-25

Is safe harbour important for social media? | Explained The Hindu23:31 10-May-25

Minister takes media literacy campaign to schools, warns youths on fake news The Punch19:29 10-May-25

Minister Takes Media, Information Literacy Campaign to Secondary Schools News Diary Online18:32 10-May-25

‘Imran Khan is Safe and Sound’: Indian Trolls push Fake News of PTI Leader’s Death in Jail Pakistan Observer15:45 10-May-25

Curb spread of misinformation campaigns and fake news on social media platforms on priority: CM The Hindu15:29 10-May-25

PIB Fact Check: Did Pakistan capture IAF's Rafale pilot Shivani Singh? Know truth DNA India14:43 10-May-25

Indian K-pop stans show solidarity with Armed Forces; Sriya Lenka leads the way Hindustan Times13:48 10-May-25

Lindiwe Sisulu demands action from police over social media defamation case IOL12:59 10-May-25

Maharashtra Cyber takes down 5,000 social media posts with misinformation about India-Pak conflict Deccan Herald11:08 10-May-25

EXPOSED: Pakistan's misinformation blitz targeting India with fake videos, exaggerated claims DNA India10:39 10-May-25

India trashes Pak claim of capturing woman Indian pilot The Statesman10:12 10-May-25

Hareesh Kanaran in serious condition? Actor reacts to fake reports on social media Malayala Manorama06:23 10-May-25

India-Pak conflict Jet crash in Himalayas, drone attack on gurudwara & flight route shutdown: PIB debunks fake claims Malayala Manorama05:57 10-May-25

Fact Check: Did Pak launch a cyber attack on India’s electricity grid? The Financial Express04:10 10-May-25

PIB Fact Check debunks false claims of Pakistani attack on Jammu Rising Kashmir21:47 9-May-25

An old Trump video, re-used Gaza footage, and other fake news from the India-Pakistan conflict TheJournal.ie17:24 9-May-25

Bhatti Vikramarka calls for siren alert in Hyderabad and curbing fake news on social media The Hindu16:24 9-May-25

How to spot fake news amid Pakistan-India tensions Geo.tv15:43 9-May-25

Fake News Alert: Sukhoi Shot Down In PoK? Centre Fact-Checks Pak Propaganda NDTV.com09:51 9-May-25

Defence ministry warning: No live coverage of military operations The Telegraph, Calcutta09:08 9-May-25

India thwarts Pakistan’s attempt to weaponise misinformation The Hindu Business Line07:20 9-May-25

Uttar Pradesh put on all-time high security alert, leaves of cops cancelled The Times of India05:56 9-May-25

Govt debunks claims of suicide attack on Army brigade in Rajouri, other disinformation Odisha TV05:32 9-May-25

Centre dismisses claims of suicide attack on Indian Army brigade in Rajouri as fake news The Telegraph, Calcutta05:15 9-May-25

Fake news: warning of artificial intelligence used for fraud Royal Gazette22:40 8-May-25

Operation Sindoor: India gave executive orders to block over 8k accounts, says X Indian Express22:21 8-May-25

PIB busts fake news about airport entry ban DD News21:24 8-May-25

Debunked: Gardaí say warning over Asian men approaching children in Sligo was 'fake news' TheJournal.ie18:09 8-May-25

Belief in fake news linked to problematic social media use Ars Technica16:06 8-May-25

Fake news frenzy post Operation Sindoor; Porter’s unicorn round The Economic Times15:56 8-May-25

Misinformation as a Material Risk: Governance, Response, and Insurance Considerations JD Supra15:32 8-May-25

Gardai in Sligo warn public over spread of misinformation following social media reaction to… The Sligo Champion15:29 8-May-25

Fake news alert: Government fact checks 'Pakistani propaganda' on Operation Sindoor The Times of India10:59 8-May-25

“It’s all over social media”: Pakistan Defence Minister fails to justify claim of downing Indian jets DD News08:16 8-May-25

Operation Sindoor: Centre asks states to crack down on misinformation, propaganda Firstpost07:48 8-May-25

India battles disinformation war after successful Operation Sindoor The Times of India06:34 8-May-25

PTA restricted Indian YouTube channels & websites in Pakistan Daily Ausaf06:01 8-May-25

'It's all on social media': Pakistan minister on claim of downing IAF jets The Business Standard05:41 8-May-25

UGC refutes fake exam cancellation notice circulated after ‘Operation Sindoor’ Odisha TV05:11 8-May-25

Check Anti-National Propaganda, Fake News, Amit Shah Tells Border States NDTV.com04:51 8-May-25

Govt asks social networks to take down red-flagged posts, disinformation without delay The Economic Times20:10 7-May-25

Social Media Filled With Misinformation Warned American Cancer Society Forbes20:07 7-May-25

First-of-Its-Kind MSU Study Links Problematic Social Media Use to Belief in Fake News Newswise (Press Release)19:08 7-May-25

Nutrition Misinformation and the Limits of Regulation in India Observer Research Foundation15:00 7-May-25

Deputy communications minister leads talks on tackling fake news, cyberbullying at Asean meet in Brunei Malay Mail13:29 7-May-25

Govt acts on online misinformation on Operation Sindoor; power infra, banks on ‘high alert’ over cyberthreats Indian Express11:53 7-May-25

James Gunn Accused Of A Self-Insert In ‘Superman’ As The Timeless Hero Allegedly Battles Fake News And Online Trolls In … Bounding Into Comics11:21 7-May-25

Police were too slow to counter the fake news that fuelled Southport riots, report by top… MailOnline10:36 7-May-25

India strikes back Stay vigilant: Old videos, false claims and misinformation flood social media after Indian… Malayala Manorama08:40 7-May-25

Operation Sindoor: Pakistan floods social media with misinformation DD News05:20 7-May-25

‘No proper answer’: Watchdog blasts police over handling of online misinformation amid Southport riots LBC News03:04 7-May-25

‘No proper answer’: Watchdog blasts police over handling of online misinformation during Southport riots LBC News02:34 7-May-25

Police chiefs hit back at watchdog over call for action on social media posts Evening Standard00:07 7-May-25

Power and pitfalls of digital influence The Hindu22:16 6-May-25

Nutrition trends highlight need for accessible and affordable foods FoodNavigator.com (USA)14:58 6-May-25

Saudi Arabia shuts public school social media accounts Gulf News10:42 6-May-25

Trump claims ‘fake news media,’ not Catholics, hated AI image of him dressed as pope: ‘My wife… Al.com22:35 5-May-25

These adults say their ADHD diagnoses were ‘life changing.’ But others are falling for… Toronto Star10:16 5-May-25

The fine line between truth and misinformation: What to know before you hit ‘share’ Jerusalem Post12:56 4-May-25

Comelec on 'No National ID, No Vote': That's fake news GMA News01:01 4-May-25

World Press Freedom Day | The Rise of Misinformation, Propaganda, and Fake News in India Outlook India06:42 3-May-25

Carnival Cruise Line shares clear rules on Real ID The Tribune, California15:29 2-May-25

Fight misinformation as a matter of urgency The Daily Star, Bangladesh14:02 2-May-25

How the election may be swayed by an app most Australians never use 9News06:04 2-May-25

NTA seeks takedown of over 120 social media accounts over NEET-UG 2025 misinformation Odisha TV04:44 2-May-25

Here’s to 20 years of cat videos and misinformation Financial Mail04:06 2-May-25

Pahalgam attack: Heightened India-Pak tensions open floodgates of misinformation Hindustan Times01:35 2-May-25

Study shows cancer misinformation spreads faster than facts KWCH14:15 1-May-25

NTA Flags 106 Telegram,16 Instagram Channels Spreading NEET Misinformation Outlook India12:50 1-May-25

Online rumors about downtown Vancouver shooting are false; police were training The Columbian, Washington23:06 30-Apr-25

Group Warns Against Smear Campaigns, Fake News Independent Nigeria16:08 30-Apr-25

Government slams 'misinformation, racial hatred' around farm murders Times LIVE15:44 30-Apr-25

Group Warns Against Fake News, Smear Campaigns Targeting Matawalle, Defence Ministry Independent Nigeria14:16 30-Apr-25

'Exercise caution': India fact-checks fake news and misinformation by Pakistan on social media The Times of India10:47 30-Apr-25

Does UK's Online Safety Act cover misinformation? Well, that depends The Register09:43 30-Apr-25

India blocks 'X' account of Pak defence minister over misinfo The Times of India22:36 29-Apr-25

Misinformation resurfaces about Canadian aid to refugees AFP Fact Check20:14 29-Apr-25

Simpsons to Saints: How misinformation swirled about Pope's death RTE15:34 29-Apr-25

Did Trump propose renaming New Mexico to New America? Here's the truth Hindustan Times14:55 29-Apr-25

From Facebook Ads To Fake News: Inside The World Of Investment Scam Actors In A/NZ Scoop01:43 29-Apr-25

FactCheck: How to combat misinformation Tucson Sentinel23:30 28-Apr-25

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