Russia Viral Disinformation
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Top stories - CBS News
Russian disinformation groups likely promoting false claims about Tim Walz
Experts say Russian disinformation groups are behind the baseless claims targeting the Harris-Walz campaign.1 hour ago - Russia -
Tech - ABC News
Russia is behind viral disinformation targeting Walz, intelligence official says
A senior U.S. intelligence official says viral online content spreading baseless attacks on Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz was created by Russia3 hours ago - Russia -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump repeats FEMA Helene relief disinformation
Former President Donald Trump is touring areas in North Carolina where Hurricane Helene hammered entire communities. During his tour, Trump repeated claims that federal aid for survivors is being ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Fake news headlines are going viral. Here's what to know.
Experts say fabricated headlines can mislead the public at a time when facts are crucial.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
FEMA administrator on disinformation after Hurricane Helene
FEMA regional administrator Robert Samaan told 60 Minutes that "mistrust in government" makes it harder to deliver aid to victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.2 days ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
On TikTok, Some Grieved Liam Payne’s Death With Reaction Videos
In reaction videos, some users captured themselves learning about the young singer’s death in real time. At a time when the cameras are always rolling, it’s not so unusual.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s elusive war aims
Any end to the fighting that left Moscow in control of some Ukrainian land wouldn’t necessarily add up to a victory3 days ago - Russia -
Tech - Wired
The Disinformation Warning Coming From the Edge of Europe
Moldova is facing a tide of disinformation unprecedented in complexity and aggression, the head of a new center meant to combat it tells WIRED. And platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Telegram and ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Anti-fossil fuel comic that went viral in France arrives in UK
World Without End topped bestseller lists but was criticised for embracing nuclear power. In 2019, France’s best known climate expert sat down to work with its most feted graphic novelist. The ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Inc.
Why Fashion Icon Rebecca Minkoff Says Entrepreneurs Need to Stop Chasing Social Media Virality
The ‘RHONY’ star and fashion entrepreneur encouraged startup founders to stop fixating on social media fame at the Inc. 5000 Conference in Palm Desert.4 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
TikTok let through disinformation in political ads despite its own ban, Global Witness finds
Just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, TikTok still approved advertisements that contained election disinformation even though it has a ban on political ads4 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Police issue warrant for Ravens fan accused of viral post-game assault on Commanders fans
The Baltimore Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for a man accused of assaulting two NFL fans after the Baltimore Ravens played the Washington Commanders on Sunday.5 days ago - NFL -
Sports - CBS Sports
WATCH: James Franklin calls viral Penn State fan who ran out of tunnel with USC
Franklin loved the passion from this Nittany Lions superfan5 days ago -
World - Financial Times
The west’s halfhearted resistance to Russia
Ukraine’s friends can be much tougher with Moscow’s ‘shadow fleet’ — and other economic weapons5 days ago - Russia -
Politics - The Hill
Karl Rove fact-checks viral post: 'I have not been rallying for Kamala Harris'
Republican strategist Karl Rove on Tuesday sought to counter claims that he's been rallying for Vice President Harris in Pennsylvania, an allegation made in various viral posts on the social ...6 days ago - Kamala Harris -
Politics - NBC News
The disinformation pipeline: How Russian propaganda reaches and influences the U.S.
Storm-1516, a Russian disinformation group, aims to influence the U.S. election through viral videos that rely on fake whistleblowers and fabricated photos and documents.6 days ago - Russia -
Top stories - CBS News
Old and fabricated hurricane videos go viral. Here's how to spot them.
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips on how to spot misleading natural disaster videos online.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
DeSantis announces arrest of former owner of dog whose Highway Patrol rescue went viral
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced Tuesday that the former owner of a dog who was rescued by Highway Patrol as Hurricane Milton made landfall has been arrested and will be charged with animal ...October 15 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Carly Pearce on country music's big year and that viral moment with a heckler
The country star talks about the traditionalism of her latest album, 'Hummingbird,' and the interaction with a heckler that spawned a viral video.October 15 -
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Tech - ABC News
Meta’s Oversight Board says viral video left on Facebook threatened LGBTQ+ people in Nigeria
Meta’s oversight board has expressed serious concern over the company’s failure to take down a viral graphic video showing two men bleeding after they were apparently beaten up for being allegedly gayOctober 15 - Facebook -
Top stories - The New York Times
Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation
Weather experts say the spiraling falsehoods, especially claims that the government is creating or controlling storms, have gotten out of hand.October 14 -
World - The New York Times
Russian Disinformation Targets U.S.-Backed Anti-Malaria Campaign
Scientists fighting the spread of infectious diseases on the continent have been targeted online by pro-Russian activists, part of an effort to spread fear and mistrust of the West.October 14 - Russia -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown
Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says reportOctober 14 - Russia -
Top stories - CBS News
Alejandro Mayorkas says election disinformation is "extremely damaging"
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also noted on Sunday that he's "incredibly concerned" about misinformation that's spread in the aftermath of two hurricanes.October 13