2025: The Year Public Trust Finally Snapped
Kenny Campbell argues the real threat to trust isn't fake news scandals but relentless low-grade misinformation. As 2026 begins, we face a crisis of stamina, not just deception.
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Brian Reade's 2025 Review: Winners, Losers & Trump
Columnist Brian Reade delivers his verdict on a tumultuous 2025, from Donald Trump's global impact to UK political shifts and unforgettable cultural moments.
Can You Remember 2025's Headlines? Take the PA Quiz
How well do you recall the major stories of 2025? Test your knowledge of politics, royalty, and showbiz with the Press Association's interactive year-end news quiz.
Fact Check: 50 Claims in Trump's 18-Minute Speech
A detailed fact-check of Donald Trump's recent televised address, examining 50 statements on the economy, immigration, and policy. Discover the verified data behind the claims.
Top 15 Books of 2025: The Year's Must-Reads
Discover the best books of 2025, from Booker Prize winners to captivating memoirs. Our critic picks 15 essential reads to end your year. Start your reading list now!
2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Dictionary.com's 2025 Word: 'Hallucinate'
Discover why 'hallucinate' has been crowned Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year and how this AI phenomenon is transforming our understanding of truth in the digital age.
GB News viewers misunderstand immigration stats, study finds
New research exposes stark divide in immigration perception, with GB News audiences significantly more likely to believe net migration is rising despite official figures showing decline.
Newsom Attacks Joe Rogan Over COVID Misinformation
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches blistering critique against podcast giant Joe Rogan, accusing him of dangerous COVID-19 misinformation in escalating political feud.
UK Teens Struggle to Spot AI Fake Content
Groundbreaking research exposes critical gap in digital literacy as over half of secondary students struggle to identify AI-generated misinformation, raising alarms about online safety.
Olive Garden waitress viral tip story exposed as fake
A heartwarming story about an Olive Garden waitress receiving a huge tip from a grieving customer turned out to be an elaborate fake that went viral across social media platforms.
Newsom confronts Joe Rogan over COVID misinformation
California Governor Gavin Newsom challenges Joe Rogan's controversial podcast platform during explosive interview, defending scientific consensus while advocating for dialogue across political divides.
Neil Young removes music from Spotify in Rogan protest
Music icon Neil Young removes his entire catalogue from Spotify in dramatic protest against COVID-19 misinformation spread on Joe Rogan's podcast, sparking industry-wide debate about platform responsibility.
UN's Failed Fight Against Misinformation: A Warning Ignored
Decades ago, the fledgling United Nations attempted to curb mass-scale misinformation. As today's digital landscape proves, ignoring that warning has come at a devastating cost to global stability.
RFK Jr's autism claims spark medical backlash
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces widespread condemnation after claiming certain chemicals can cause autism, with medical experts and fact-checkers debunking his controversial statements.
Fox Hosts Face Backlash Over 'Deep State' Conspiracy Claims
Pete Hegseth and Charlie Kirk face mounting criticism after promoting baseless conspiracy theories about government 'dragnets' targeting Trump supporters, with legal experts dismissing their claims as dangerous misinformation.
Fox Host Sparks Fury With Debunked Antifa Conspiracy
Fox News presenter Jesse Watters faces widespread condemnation after promoting a debunked online rumour linking Antifa to the Mexican Mafia in a segment that critics label dangerous misinformation.
Build Your BS Detector: Spot Fake News
In today's digital landscape, false information spreads rapidly. Learn essential skills to distinguish facts from harmful fiction and protect yourself from digital deception.
Labour's Powell vows tough AI talks with tech giants
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell pledges to challenge Big Tech on AI safety and misinformation in exclusive Mirror interview, promising Labour will prioritise public protection over corporate interests.
CDC: Vaccine Misinformation and Access Issues Persist
New CDC report reveals dangerous combination of persistent vaccine misinformation and practical access issues continues to undermine COVID-19 vaccination efforts across America.
Mother dies after refusing cancer treatment for conspiracy theories
Aloma Shemirani's heartbreaking story reveals how online conspiracy theories led her to refuse conventional cancer treatment, with her family now warning others about medical misinformation dangers.
Chelsea Clinton condemns anti-vax movement in London speech
The former First Daughter delivered a powerful speech at MAHA's Global Health Conference, criticising vaccine misinformation and urging stronger public health measures.
Trump's False Portland National Guard Claims Debunked
Fact-checkers expose false claims about National Guard deployment to Portland as experts warn of escalating political misinformation ahead of elections.
Jane Goodall death rumours debunked - primatologist alive
World-renowned primatologist Dame Jane Goodall is alive and well despite viral death rumours circulating on social media. The 90-year-old conservation icon continues her vital environmental work.
Wikipedia Co-Founder: CIA 'Hijacked' Entries
Larry Sanger reveals explosive allegations that intelligence agencies manipulated Wikipedia content on sensitive political subjects including the Iraq War and global terrorism.
Tech firms may quit Australian misinformation fight
Major technology companies including Meta and Google are considering abandoning efforts to combat misinformation in Australia, citing unsustainable costs and regulatory burdens under new laws.
Trump Endorses Dr Oz's Controversial Tylenol-Autism Theory
Former President Donald Trump amplifies Dr Mehmet Oz's disputed theory linking Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism, drawing sharp criticism from medical experts who warn of public health risks.
Arrogance Drives Conspiracy Theory Belief, Says Cambridge Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Cambridge reveals a surprising link between intellectual arrogance and belief in conspiracy theories, challenging common assumptions about gullibility.
Expert: Trump's Tylenol-autism claims lack factual basis
Leading autism researcher Dr. Alycia Halladay dismisses Donald Trump's recent assertions linking Tylenol to autism as scientifically unfounded, warning such statements risk public health misinformation.
TikTok 'Rapture' Panic: The Truth Behind the Viral Glitch
A bizarre technical error on TikTok, which made users appear to 'vanish', ignited a viral 'Rapture' conspiracy theory, revealing the platform's power to fuel modern-day digital myths.
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