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Mistrust and credulity fuel belief in fake news and conspiracies
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Mistrust and credulity fuel belief in fake news and conspiraciesScience

Mistrust and credulity fuel belief in fake news and conspiracies

People with high levels of mistrust or credulity may struggle to recognize fake news, leaving them more vulnerable to conspiracy beliefs and vaccine hesitancy, according…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 4, 2024 Full article
UN launches initiative to counter climate disinformation
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UN launches initiative to counter climate disinformation

As the world grapples with the accelerating impacts of climate change, the United Nations has announced a bold new initiative aimed at combating disinformation that…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 20, 2024 Full article
New research reveals key strategies for combating online misinformation
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New research reveals key strategies for combating online misinformationScience

New research reveals key strategies for combating online misinformation

In an era where online misinformation spreads rapidly and often unchallenged, new research from George Washington University (GW) offers a solution: clear and simple communication.…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreAugust 15, 2024 Full article
A Vaccine for Climate Misinformation
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A Vaccine for Climate Misinformation

By Stella Levantesi | DeSmog Facts arenโ€™t enough to combat false and misleading messaging. Experts suggest an additional strategy. โ€œThe climate crisis is a hoax,โ€…
SourceSourceMay 9, 2024 Full article