Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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It’s heartening to see a government respond directly to the needs of its people, especially when it comes to the education of children. The Delta State Government, like many administrations, has faced its share of public scrutiny, sometimes fair, sometimes, as they claim, politically motivated. Recently, a wave of reports…
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Ashwagandha, a herb with a history spanning thousands of years, is currently at a critical juncture. While revered for its traditional uses and backed by a wealth of scientific studies, it faces increasing scrutiny from European regulators. Concerns regarding potential abortifacient, endocrinological, immunological, and liver-related effects have sparked a wave of regulatory discussions. In response to this, Kerry has launched “Safeguard Ashwagandha,” a comprehensive website designed to be a central hub for accurate scientific information, data analysis, and regulatory updates related to ashwagandha’s safety. Dr. Mukesh Summan, Kerry’s Global Director of Toxicology, a highly respected expert in his field, emphasizes…
It’s like we’re drowning in a digital sea of nonsense, and the current is pulling us deeper, faster, than ever before. Imagine a groundbreaking study from MIT, back in the day, that basically charted the currents of false information online. They found that lies, rumors, and outright fabrications spread significantly further, faster, and wider than the truth. Think about it: a piece of false news could reach tens of thousands of people, while a verified, factual story often struggled to hit even a thousand. This wasn’t some isolated incident; they looked at 126,000 cases on Twitter over 11 years, and…
