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False QAnon Conspiracies in Politics: Trump Embraces QAnon at Rally

False QAnon Conspiracies in Politics: Trump Embraces QAnon at Rally

The fringe right-wing conspiracy theory continues to thrive.

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QAnon Explained: Q Returns After 18 Months of Silence

QAnon Explained: Q Returns After 18 Months of Silence

The pro-Trump, dangerous, and utterly false conspiracy theory is back.

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Ukraine Invasion: Where to Find Accurate Information Online

Ukraine Invasion: Where to Find Accurate Information Online

As the crisis in Ukraine deepens, here's where you can find updates from trusted sources.

Fake News Real Talk: Your Brain Is Fooling You

Fake News Real Talk: Your Brain Is Fooling You

Think you're great at recognizing fake news? Think again. Here's how misinformation plays tricks on your brain and how to stop it in its tracks.

Alex Jones' InfoWars Files for Bankruptcy

Alex Jones' InfoWars Files for Bankruptcy

The conspiracy theorist is facing multiple defamation lawsuits and more than $1 million in fees over false claims the Sandy Hook school shooting was a hoax.

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False QAnon Conspiracies in Politics: Trump Embraces QAnon at Rally

The fringe right-wing conspiracy theory continues to thrive.
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TikTok Preps to Fight Misinformation Around US Midterms

The social video app is rolling out an elections center to help people find "authoritative information."
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Extremism Glossary: 11 Red Flag Words and What They Mean

Red pill, black pill, accelerationist and other terms you should be aware of.
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Americans See Misleading Info Daily in Search. So Google Is Making Changes

A new survey finds that the problem is persistent.
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State Department Offers Reward for Election Interference Information

Officials single out a purported Russian troll farm and its alleged financial backer ahead of midterm elections.
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Metal Gear Creator Hideo Kojima Considers Legal Action Over Fake Abe Assassin Posts

The false claims started on 4chan and were reportedly picked up by foreign news outlets.
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QAnon Explained: Q Returns After 18 Months of Silence

The pro-Trump, dangerous, and utterly false conspiracy theory is back.
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Twitter Could Take These Steps to Slow Viral Misinformation, Researchers Say

It takes a combination of measures to pull the brake on false claims.
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Meet the Twitch, YouTube Streamers Who Deradicalize While They Debate

The newest tool against misinformation online is people who love to argue.
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Meta to Scrap Tool Researchers Use to Track Misinformation Online, Report Says

CrowdTangle is expected to be around for at least the midterm elections in November.
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