FACT CHECK: Photo of bedridden Duterte is fake, digitally altered
Claim: A photo shows former president Rodrigo Duterte looking thin and frail, wearing a hospital gown in bed. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The post has gained traction on social media with over 1,453 shares, 2,629 comments, and 13,500 reactions. Text superimposed on the photo reads: “My prayers areContinue Reading
Copy-paste flirting? AI’s writing your dating texts now | DW News
AI is quietly reshaping online dating. From suggesting what to text to filtering out red flags, artificial intelligence is changing how we connect. But statistics say that most people are skeptical – and increasingly put off by it. #DatingApps #AI #AIdating #dwdigital For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DWContinue Reading
Syria’s interim president says Israel will not divide his country, vows to protect the Druze
Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has called the Druze an “integral part” of the country and denounced Israeli strikes on Damascus. In footage shared on state television on Thursday he denounced Israel’s actions as sowing “conflict and division”. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archiveContinue Reading
A look at what’s fueling recent intense storms and severe flooding in several states
Several states are now recovering from recent severe flash floods. How out of the ordinary are these intense cloudbursts and flash floods? Is it getting worse, and what role is climate change playing?Continue Reading
(Assume) Everything on Social Media Is Wrong
Social media’s malgorithms spread lies and hate. The platforms are unwilling and probably unable to change.Continue Reading
Vax vs. Vote
A side-by-side, state-by-state comparison showing vaccination rates closely correlated with Biden-vote percentages.Continue Reading
Syrian forces withdraw from Suwayda as mediation restores calm
Local Druze leaders to oversee city’s security after Syrian forces depart following intense mediation., The Syrian government has announced that local leaders will take control of security in the southern city of Suwayda in an attempt to defuse violence that has killed hundreds of people and triggered Israeli military intervention.Continue Reading
Babies born in UK using DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease
The IVF technique uses DNA from the mother’s egg, the father’s sperm, and a small amount from a healthy donor’s egg., The IVF technique uses DNA from the mother’s egg, the father’s sperm, and a small amount from a healthy donor’s egg. Eight healthy babies have been born in theContinue Reading
The Legend of Zelda finds its Zelda – and it’s not Hunter Schafer
The Legend of Zelda has found its Zelda for the live-action movie, but it isn’t Hunter Schafer. It’s bad news for fans of the Euphoria star, as Nintendo and Sony have gone in a different direction for the upcoming live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Reports previously suggested that producers wereContinue Reading
Russia accused of using chemical weapons in Ukraine | BBC News
Europe’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas has sounded the alarm on Russia’s increasing use of chemical weapons in Ukraine – citing German and Dutch intelligence reports that Moscow has used them at least 9,000 times since the start of the invasion. Chemical and biological weapons are prohibited under international law, butContinue Reading
Corals in crisis: A hidden chemical shift is reshaping Hawaiian reefs
Hawaiian coral reefs may face unprecedented ocean acidification within 30 years, driven by carbon emissions. A new study by University of Hawai‘i researchers shows that even under conservative climate scenarios, nearshore waters will change more drastically than reefs have experienced in thousands of years. Some coral species may adapt, offeringContinue Reading
The UK lifts its five-year ban on Pakistani airlines | REUTERS
Britain has lifted a five-year ban on Pakistani airlines, allowing them to apply to resume UK flights just as Islamabad steps up efforts to privatize its national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines #News #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/459rcUE 👉 Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe Keep up with the latest news from aroundContinue Reading
A Boost For Boeing: Bahrain & Indonesia Invest Big In The US
In recent months, Boeing has secured several large international aircraft orders, many of them closely tied to President Traitor 47’s visits to the Gulf states. This week, the US planemaker’s momentum continued with new commitments from Bahrain and Indonesia. Both nations have confirmed plans to acquire a significant number ofContinue Reading