The Succession of El Mencho: Fake News
The article discusses the rise of misinformation following the military operation linked to the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera, highlighting escalating violence and an information war.
FMF asserts that 'fake news' about violence in Mexico 'scared' Portugal, Jamaica, and Bolivia
The Mexican Football Federation claims that the spread of false information about violence in Mexico has raised international uncertainty ahead of the 2026 World Cup, impacting teams like Portugal, Jamaica, and Bolivia scheduled to play in the country.
Kim Min-seok: 'Fake news before elections is a threat to democracyโฆ We must respond strictly according to law and principle'
Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok emphasized the government's commitment to combat fake news ahead of elections, stating that such misinformation poses a severe threat to democracy.
Ken Paxton believes he'll crush 'Fake John Cornyn' even without a Trump endorsement
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is confident he can win the Republican Senate primary without Donald Trump's endorsement despite facing several challengers.
Drug lord killed in Mexico - fake news began to spread
False information and fabricated images started to proliferate on social media following the violence that erupted in Mexico after the killing of drug cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.
Public Broadcasting Scandal: The AI Fake in ZDF Happened 'Knowingly'
ZDF's editor-in-chief Bettina Schausten admits that AI-generated images used in a news report were deliberately inserted, raising concerns about the broadcaster's credibility.
It is #FAKE that video shows cars and motorcycles on fire after the death of drug dealer El Mencho; scene shows protest in Nepal in 2025
A viral video claiming to show cars and motorcycles ablaze in Mexico following the death of drug dealer El Mencho is debunked as fake and actually depicts a protest in Nepal in 2025.
Current Hour in the Bundestag: How It Can Also Be Done
The AfD called for a current hour in the Bundestag following scandals involving fake images in ARD and ZDF, but the parliament effortlessly dismissed their demands.
Zambia: politician arrested over allegedly faking image of president
A Zambian politician, Mambwe Zimba, has been arrested for allegedly sharing a fake image of President Hakainde Hichilema in a casket on social media.
It is #FAKE that the water in Rio is contaminated with a virus that 'causes cardiac arrest in children'; false message circulating since 2020
Claims that the water in Rio is contaminated with a dangerous virus that causes cardiac arrest in children are false and have been debunked multiple times since 2020.
Ex-techno DJ jailed for selling ยฃ7m worth of fake plane parts to airlines
Jose Alejandro Zamora Yrala has been sentenced for selling counterfeit aircraft parts, which endangered passenger safety and disrupted airline operations globally.
Juiz de Fora has closed commerce, night vigilance, and residents uneasy due to fake news
The aftermath of severe rains in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, has led to closed businesses and heightened vigilance among residents for missing persons amid concerns about misinformation.
Vernon Kay calls out BBC co-star's 'disgusting' comment after 'nightmare' mishap
Vernon Kay humorously addressed a co-star's comment after experiencing a mishap with fake tan on his BBC Radio 2 show.
Fake news and propaganda. Hereโs how Moscowโs 'troops' manipulate the conflict
The article discusses the manipulation of narratives around the Ukraine conflict by Russian propaganda, highlighting an event in Italy that aims to expose these false narratives.
Storm of fake news on social media, how propaganda contaminates the ballot boxes
The article discusses the impact of fake news on social media, exemplified by a false image of political figures promoting a 'no' vote in a referendum, which has gone viral and influenced public opinion.
It's #FAKE a photo of a burning plane at Guadalajara airport, Mexico, after the death of drug trafficker El Mencho; the image was manipulated
A viral photo of a burning plane at Guadalajara airport, falsely linked to the death of drug trafficker El Mencho, has been debunked as manipulated.
Fake Bell Canada rep scams Ontario resident into sending money to U.S. bank
An Ontario resident was scammed by a fraudster posing as a Bell Canada representative, resulting in significant financial loss through manipulated wire transfers to a US bank.
Nigeria: Ignore Facebook Posts Using Videos of Nigerian Billionaire Aliko Dangote to Promote Fake Investment Programme
Nigerians are warned to disregard manipulated Facebook videos of billionaire Aliko Dangote promoting a fraudulent investment program.
Man sentenced for selling fake airplane parts for popular engine
A London airline parts firm head was sentenced to prison for selling fraudulent aircraft engine parts, raising global safety concerns.
A โfakeโ murder on the mobile phone screen
The article discusses the proliferation of fake news on social media and the pervasive addiction to social media platforms.
Police still using AI tool that invented fake football match
Police are continuing to use Copilot AI, despite it generating incorrect evidence that led to the banning of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa.
Itโs #FAKE profile on Instagram that pretends to be Tatiana Sampaio, researcher of polylaminin
A fake Instagram profile impersonating Tatiana Sampaio, a researcher from UFRJ, has been identified, misleading followers with false information about her work.
Itโs #FAKE: pre-sale announcement for the World Cup 2026 album; it's a scam
A fraudulent pre-sale announcement for the 2026 World Cup album is circulating on social media, misleading users into thinking they can purchase it early.
Top AI firm alleges Chinese labs used 24K fake accounts to siphon US tech
Anthropic claims three Chinese AI labs exploited 24,000 fake accounts to access advanced US AI technologies.
The Story of a Fake Journalist: Aneta Leitmanovรก Published Hundreds of Articles, Spread Hate, and Then Disappeared
Aneta Leitmanovรก, an anonymous journalist credited with numerous politically charged articles, has resurfaced in the news following a court decision against her for a defamatory article.
OAB requests the end of the fake news inquiry from the STF and criticizes 'perpetual nature' investigations
The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) has called for the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to end the investigation into fake news, challenging ongoing 'perpetual nature' inquiries.
OAB sends letter to Fachin requesting the end of the fake news inquiry at the STF
The Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) has requested the closure of the nearly seven-year-old fake news inquiry currently underway at the Supreme Federal Court (STF).
Supreme Court of Exception
The article critiques the secretive handling of the fake news inquiry by Brazil's Supreme Court as a form of an exceptional tribunal undermining fundamental legal guarantees.
Is the Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry the only one to be blamed for 'inheritance tax fake news'? [HERI Focus]
The Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry faces criticism for publishing unverified statistics regarding high net-worth individuals leaving Korea due to inheritance taxes.
Colombian nationals allegedly ran fake law firm, impersonated federal judges to defraud migrants out of $100K
Four Colombian nationals were arrested for allegedly defrauding migrants by pretending to be immigration judges and federal agents.
Jigawa NUJ pushes for accuracy in reporting to curb fake news
The Nigeria Union of Journalists in Jigawa State has emphasized the need for increased accuracy in reporting to combat fake news, highlighted during a recent Ramadan public lecture.
Unionist summoned by Moraes to be heard by the Federal Police as investigated after criticizing the Supreme Court
The president of Unafisco Nacional was summoned for questioning by the Federal Police following his criticism of the Supreme Federal Court's actions.
Unafisco says president testified to the Federal Police as a suspect after statement to the press
The president of the Unafisco association, Kleber Cabral, testified to the Federal Police as a suspect regarding their criticism of an operation targeting tax auditors.
The Head of MSWiA Responds to the Presidential Minister: 'Pushes Out Fake News and Nonsense'
Marcin Przydacz, representing Karol Nawrocki, criticized the Polish government's approach to the U.S. presence in Poland in response to accusations from the presidential minister.
Kenya: Fabricated Graphics Depict Kenyan Politician Oburu Oginga Hurling Insults At His Niece, Winnie Odinga
Fake graphics claiming that Kenyan politician Oburu Oginga insulted his niece, Winnie Odinga, are spreading on social media.
Sanremo, Carlo Conti denies Giorgia Meloni's presence at the Ariston: 'A fake news'
Carlo Conti has denied rumors about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attending the Sanremo Festival, calling the speculation 'fake news.'
It's #FAKE video of Maduro sunbathing in a US prison; scene created by AI
A video claiming to show Nicolรกs Maduro in a US prison was identified as fake and generated by AI.
The investigation into the data leak at the Federal Revenue - The Subject #1663
The article discusses an investigation into data leaks at Brazil's Federal Revenue involving several public servants.
It's #FAKE video of the audience in the Sapucaรญ grandstands shouting 'Lula, thief'; the original recording was manipulated
A viral video misrepresents a crowd at the Rio Carnival as shouting negative remarks about President Lula, but it has been proven to be manipulated and misleading.
Putin envoy calls Economist claim of Russia-US deal for sanctions relief โfake newsโ
A Russian envoy has dismissed a report claiming that Russia offered a $12 trillion deal to the US in exchange for sanctions relief as 'fake news'.
Fake news: the photo of Ghislaine Maxwell 'from prison'. As well as the theories aboutโฆ a double
A supposed photo of Ghislaine Maxwell, circulated as her in prison, has been revealed as fake, generated by artificial intelligence.
It's #FAKE: Video of a man selling necklaces to pay for granddaughter's heart treatment; scam uses AI-manipulated scenes
A viral video falsely claims a grandfather is selling handmade necklaces to pay for his granddaughter's heart surgery, using AI-generated visuals to deceive viewers.
Fake police officers kidnapping Americans in Haiti sparks renewed strong travel warning
The U.S. Embassy has issued a renewed travel warning for Americans due to an increase in kidnappings in Haiti, particularly by individuals posing as police officers.
It's #FAKE: Video of Seal Dragging Dog into Water Made with Artificial Intelligence
A viral video purportedly showing a seal dragging a dog into the water has been debunked as fake and created using artificial intelligence.
The President of Mexico came out to deny the false news of the death of writer Elena Poniatowska
The President of Mexico has dismissed rumors about the death of renowned writer Elena Poniatowska, which were spread via a fake social media account.
Neither 'fake news' nor silencing accounts: this is how Elon Musk's social network X gets you to become right-wing without realizing it
Elon Musk's social network X is manipulating user perceptions of political bias through its algorithm by prioritizing content without users being aware of it.
Tax season scams 2026: Fake IRS messages stealing identities
Scammers are ramping up their efforts to steal identities during tax season with fake IRS messages and scams targeting individuals' personal information.
'Blatant' fake discounting by retailers in ACCC's sights
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) aims to tackle fake discounting and rebuild consumer trust in 2026, with a focus on making regulations easier for businesses to follow.
Moraes intends to keep the fake news inquiry open until 2027
Minister Alexandre de Moraes plans to keep the investigation into fake news open until at least 2027, coinciding with his expected presidency at Brazil's Supreme Court.
Moraes' Order to Investigate Data Leaks of Ministers Faces Criticism in Congress and STF
The Minister Alexandre de Moraes' authorization for an operation investigating the data leak of ministers and their families has been criticized in both the National Congress and the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brazil.