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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Fact-checkers challenge Trump’s ‘eight wars’ claim, back him on crime

Fact-checkers have provided a mixed review of President Trump's State of the Union address, validating some of his claims about immigration and crime, while disputing others regarding voter fraud and foreign conflicts.

Feb 25 • 20:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how Trump dodged facts in his speech – especially one figure is now in the president's favor

Donald Trump reiterated falsehoods and exaggerations during his State of the Union address, particularly regarding the economy, despite prior fact-checking by American media.

Feb 25 • 18:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'State of the Union': Trump made false or misleading statements, says agency; see which ones

A fact-checking report revealed that President Donald Trump made several misleading statements during his State of the Union address, as highlighted by the Associated Press.

Feb 25 • 14:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump gives speech with false data and no evidence; see fact-checking

President Donald Trump delivered a State of the Union address filled with false claims and misguided arguments, according to various fact-checks.

Feb 25 • 14:36 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

American fact-checking platform reveals Trump's exaggerations in the State of the Union address

An American fact-checking platform has exposed several exaggerations in President Trump's State of the Union address, highlighting issues related to his administration's achievements and economic claims.

Feb 25 • 09:29 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kaarzyna Batko-Tołć: Will there be punishment for greenwashing and fact-checking washing?

The article discusses the potential repercussions for practices like greenwashing and misleading fact-checking in journalism.

Feb 25 • 04:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

FACTOMĀTS: Do ICE agents in the US receive compensation for each detained illegal immigrant?

In January, social media claims suggested that ICE agents in the US are financially rewarded based on the number of detained illegal immigrants, prompting fact-checking by TVNET.

Feb 24 • 22:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Correction of the Main Entity from Administration to Private Sector: Miyagi Prefecture's Consideration of a Fact-Checking Organization

Miyagi Prefecture is considering establishing a private sector-led fact-checking organization to combat the spread of misinformation during elections, particularly in the wake of challenges faced in the recent gubernatorial election.

Feb 20 • 10:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The Rackete Case and the Compensation to Sea Watch. Fact-Checking the Inaccuracies of Meloni

The article discusses the compensation awarded to Sea Watch and fact-checks inaccuracies asserted by Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni regarding the ruling.

Feb 19 • 08:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Media Literacy: Navigating the Jungle of Filter Bubbles and Deepfakes

A community event in Fürstenfeldbruck focused on media literacy, exploring how to identify false information in the age of deepfakes and filter bubbles.

Feb 15 • 11:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Sture Fjäder makes strong claims about pensioners' taxes – We checked the facts

Sture Fjäder, a former leader of Akava, claims that pensioners in Finland are taxed more heavily than wage earners, which has sparked controversy after fact-checking revealed deeper complexities in tax contributions.

Feb 14 • 15:36 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Author: DR has developed a fever for facts. It's a dangerous path to take

The author critiques DR's new strategy emphasizing fact-checking amid rising concerns about misinformation.

Feb 13 • 00:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

FACTOMAT ⟩ No, there were no symbols of Satan at the Olympic opening ceremony

A fact-checking initiative has debunked conspiracy theories regarding symbols of Satan at the recent Olympic opening ceremony in Italy.

Feb 11 • 22:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: How to 'Pre-Bunk' a State of the Nation Address (And Almost Anything Else)

The article discusses the technique of 'pre-bunking' used by Africa Check to fact-check the South African State of the Nation Address by preparing accurate data in advance of the presidential speech.

Feb 11 • 12:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Seznam.cz helps to distinguish misinformation. It has already conducted over 45,000 fact-checks

Seznam.cz has conducted over 45,000 fact-checks to combat misinformation.

Feb 10 • 16:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Is this true?" Caution against misinformation during elections - Fact check summary

The article emphasizes the importance of fact-checking to combat misinformation spread through social media during elections, providing insights into various claims assessed for accuracy by Asahi Shimbun.

Feb 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fact-checking driver's license in Florida: Are those who do not speak English more dangerous behind the wheel?

Florida has mandated that all driving tests must now be conducted solely in English, raising concerns about the implications for non-English speakers.

Feb 6 • 19:27 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Factograph and HND silent on the Silajdžić case: Are they protecting their journalists and like-minded individuals?

The article discusses the silence of the Croatian fact-checking organization Faktograf concerning the case of Sandro Silajdžić, a Bosnian refugee deported from the U.S. after a long residency due to past criminal acts, following a related article's publication by Milena Zajović.

Feb 5 • 09:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

The Truth about the Yorkshire Terrier Lovers Club: From the Frontlines of Fact-Checking

In Lithuania, volunteers are using AI to fight misinformation, particularly in response to the Russian and Chinese 'cognitive warfare' affecting public perception.

Feb 2 • 12:22 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Iran protests: Fact-checking claims of AI manipulation, low turnout

The article discusses the recent protests in Iran, addressing misinformation regarding claims of AI manipulation and low turnout despite an ongoing internet blackout.

Jan 12 • 21:40 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

Fact-Checking Trump’s Justifications for the Venezuela Operation

The article analyzes and assesses the validity of former President Trump's claims regarding military operations in Venezuela.

Jan 8 • 21:14 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

The fight against censorship is the new American slogan. In reality, it is a struggle for power and money

The article discusses how U.S. institutions frame decisions under the guise of 'free speech' while altering its boundaries, highlighting a recent decision by Meta to withdraw certain fact-checking measures.

Dec 29 • 13:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The ATENA project on the accuracy of media writings has concluded: Here are the topics most frequently checked for facts

The ATENA project has concluded, highlighting the importance of fact-checking in today's fast-paced information era and showcasing the topics most commonly evaluated for accuracy in media reporting.

Dec 29 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Journalism in Crisis: Raucous Portals and Penny Pinchers

The article discusses the current crisis in journalism, questioning whether it is self-inflicted or driven by investors, and emphasizes the need for maintaining factuality in reporting.

Dec 27 • 10:59 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

How reliable has Meloni been in 2025? 70% of her statements were inaccurate

In 2024, only about one-third of Giorgia Meloni's statements were found to be fully accurate according to a fact-checking analysis encompassing nearly 400 claims made since she took office as the Prime Minister of Italy.

Dec 27 • 10:48 UTC

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