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Spin, Stories, and the Web: How Digital Narratives Hijack Democracy

20 Feb 2026 news

From fake news to algorithm-driven narratives, the web has transformed storytelling into a tool for political and capitalist power. Who controls the stories—and what happens when truth is just another plot?

#Digital Narratives | #Fake News | #Political Manipulation

Algorithms of Deceit: How AI Supercharges the Fake News Machine

06 Feb 2026 news

Artificial intelligence is accelerating the spread of fake news by making content creation faster, cheaper, and harder to detect. Social media algorithms amplify sensational falsehoods, challenging our ability to find the truth online.

#AI Misinformation | #Fake News | #Media Literacy

Behind the Smoke Screen: How Fake News Warps Reality—And How to Fight Back

02 Feb 2026 news

Fake news isn’t a new phenomenon—it’s a persistent threat that has shaped societies for centuries. From medieval power plays to viral tweets and AI-generated hoaxes, discover how disinformation spreads and what you can do to defend yourself.

#Fake news | #Disinformation | #Digital literacy

Fact-Check or Thought-Police? The Facebook Ban That Sparked Italy’s Free Speech Firestorm

28 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Europe

When a viral Facebook video by historian Alessandro Barbero was flagged as 'false,' Italy erupted in debate over free speech, fact-checking, and the power of social platforms. This feature investigates the thin line between moderation and censorship in the digital age.

#Free Speech | #Fake News | #Digital Services Act