It’s tough enough when a country like Nigeria is battling serious security threats, with real people fighting with real weapons. But imagine if, on top of all that, you’re also fighting a war of words, where truth and lies get all mixed up, confusing everyone and making an already dangerous situation even worse. That’s exactly what’s happening in Nigeria right now, where fake stories and twisted information are becoming just as dangerous as any physical weapon. It feels like a constant barrage. Every time there’s a big security incident – a clash with insurgents, a military operation – it’s immediately…

In a world increasingly awash in a deluge of information, discerning truth from fabrication has become a critical life skill. This sentiment resonated deeply during a recent discussion at Wilbur Cross, where experts delved into the burgeoning challenge of disinformation, particularly in the age of sophisticated artificial intelligence. Katie Sanders, the insightful editor-in-chief of PolitiFact, a nonpartisan beacon in the fact-checking landscape, joined forces with Amanda J. Crawford, a distinguished professor in the Department of Journalism. Together, they peeled back the layers of deception, offering ordinary folks like us practical strategies to navigate the often-treacherous waters of online media and…