#false news

[tomorrowusa]

Fox "News" is not a credible place to get real news. They proved it again when they misled viewers and readers into believing that the incident at the border with Canada at the Rainbow Bridge earlier this week was a terror attack. Some of the Fox reporters even made up Islamic extremists who carried out this non-attack. They just kept making shit up to keep their fiction going.

The usually histrionic Vivek Ramaswamy had previously been calling for a border wall with Canada. Fox's false report gave him an opportunity to demagogue about it live. Vivek really needs to switch to decaf.

Canada's public broadcaster, the CBC, also covered this.

Right-wing U.S. media covered fiction as fact: A non-existent terrorist attack from Canada at Rainbow Bridge Erroneous reports about border incident fed a frenzy of speculation and calls for a northern border wall

Some U.S. media began describing it as a terrorist explosion, caused by a vehicle entering from Canada. Every element of that preceding sentence was dispelled within hours as flat-out wrong.  There was no attack from Canada; the incident occurred entirely on U.S. soil; in fact, authorities don't believe it was a terrorist attack at all. That didn't stop a candidate for president of the United States from appearing on Fox News to promote an aspect of his platform: Building a border wall with Canada. "I have been sounding the alarm bell about the northern border for a long time," said Vivek Ramaswamy during a lengthy interview about an incident he did not witness, was not a subject-matter expert on, and had no insight into.

The real "terrorists" are far right Republicans trying to hijack the United States.

#fox news #far right media #false news #misleading reporting #islamophobia #fake terrorists #rainbow bridge #niagra falls #explosion at border post #canada #canada-us border #vivek ramaswamy #republicans #republican hallucinations #election 2024 #Youtube

[hiba91]

#gaza under attack #gaza news #hamas #free gaza #gaza strip #gaza #genocide #save palestine #palestine news #palestine #israel occupation #occupied palestine #occupation #violence #crimes against humanity #human rights #breaking news #news #false news #lies

[mixtapenempire]

Idea:

A radio station that spews bullshit as "news" and if someone listens to it, the "news" become real.

So what the Russians watch? Aka Russia Today?

#russian war on ukraine #ukraine #ukraine war #war in ukraine #slava ukraini #war sucks #russia #false news #russia today #russian news

[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

Ann Telnaes, Washington Post

* * * * 4 takeaways from the bombshell Fox News legal filing

1. How leaders at Fox viewed their business model

The filing is rife with examples of Fox News hosts and executives worrying that departing from Trump’s line, or questioning his team’s claims, might hurt their business model. They worried especially about Newsmax, which was less discerning in its coverage of Trump’s election conspiracy theories and saw a ratings boom at the time. The Fox executives acknowledged the shoddiness of Newsmax’s 2020 election coverage but also expressed concern the rival network was taking its viewers. 

On Nov. 10, Fox News president Jay Wallace texted, “The Newsmax surge is a bit troubling — truly is an alternative universe when you watch, but it can’t be ignored. On Nov. 16, Fox Corporation Chairman Rupert Murdoch emailed: “These people should be watched, if skeptically. … We don’t want to antagonize Trump further, but Giuliani taken with a large grain of salt. Everything at stake here.”

On Nov. 18, Fox executive Ron Mitchell put it more bluntly while noting that Newsmax was citing sources like the conspiracy theory website Gateway Pundit: “This type of conspiratorial reporting might be exactly what the disgruntled FNC viewer is looking for.” Throughout, Fox seemed to recognize that it could not question fraud claims too thoroughly. After Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell’s news conference full of false and baseless claims on Nov. 19, Mitchell spoke derisively about their statements: “Will you be mentioning the international crime conspiracy to steal the election featuring Soros, Maduro, Chavez, Antifa, Cuba, and China?” he asked rhetorically.

2. Calling Out a False Statement by a GOP BigWig Will Get Your Fired

The filing repeatedly shows Fox News hosts and superiors objecting to how their colleagues fact-checked the Trump team’s claims. In one example, host Neil Cavuto cut away from White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany, who had claimed Democrats took positions on voting issues because they were “welcoming fraud” and “illegal voting.” “Whoa, whoa, whoa,” Cavuto said, adding, “Unless she has more details to back that up, I can’t in good countenance continue showing you this. I want to make sure that maybe they do have something to back that up.” The filing says Fox News executive Raj Shah’s team notified senior leadership that Cavuto’s actions amounted to a “Brand Threat.” The next day, another executive, Porter Berry, noted Newsmax was going after Cavuto and said, “They are just whacking us. Smart on their part.” In another instance, reporter Kristin Fisher fact-checked Giuliani and Powell’s Nov. 19 news conference, saying, “So much of what he said was simply not true or has already been thrown out in court.” She correctly noted the claims did not line up with what Trump lawyers were saying in court and that they had failed to provide evidence.

3. Deriding Giuliani, Powell and Fox hosts

The filing also makes clear that Fox acknowledged, broadly speaking, that the likes of Giuliani and Powell were total buffoons who should not be treated seriously and whose claims were certainly false. But such figures still got platforms on the network, as did certain hosts, even as some high-ranking people at the company derided their coverage. In addition to saying Giuliani should be taken with a “large grain of salt,” Murdoch called his Nov. 19 performance “Really crazy stuff. And damaging.” On Nov. 11, Hannity said, “Rudy is acting like an insane person.” 

The evening of Nov. 19, Giuliani again appeared on Hannity’s show, with Hannity referring to “thousands of ballots out of thin air … a couple weeks after the election, which should concern everybody.”A Dobbs producer on Nov. 18 referred to “keeping in mind [Giuliani’s] insanity lately.” Dobbs’s show interviewed Giuliani repeatedly over the next week, including that night. Two days afterward, Fox executive David Clark called it “Crazy town” and said he was glad host Jeanine Pirro did not interview Giuliani and Powell on-air.

The reviews of Powell were even harsher. Ingraham called her a “complete nut” on Nov. 18. Shah called her claims “outlandish” on Nov. 23. Carlson called her a “lunatic” and a “Crazy person” earlier that month. He added that she was an “unguided missile” and again, perhaps presciently given the current circumstances, “dangerous as hell.” (Carlson, unlike others, applied on-air skepticism to Powell’s claims.) Powell appeared on Hannity’s show on Nov. 30.

4. The full picture of the dual posture at Fox

This, of course, is not the first time a spotlight has fallen on Fox’s handling of this period. During the hearings on the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol, text messages emerged in which Fox hosts were much more critical of Trump’s actions surrounding that day than they ever were on the air.

They privately derided Trump for his conspiracy theories and for his delayed response when the riot began but showed little if any such concern to viewers. They recognized Trump was the catalyst for the Jan. 6 riot in a way they publicly discounted or ignored. It is no secret that the inner workings of any organization — news or otherwise — can be untidy when they come to light. That has been the case with past defamation suits against media companies.

But the entire, still-emerging picture of Fox is one of an organization that was scared to tell its viewers the full truth and instead internalized what it saw as the business value of airing false and baseless claims from noncredible actors (whether its own staff explicitly endorsed them or not). And its product reflected that posture in a way that has now put it in legal and financial jeopardy.

#False News #FOX #Rupert Murdoch #business model #late stage capitalism #anything for money #WAPO #Ann Telnaes #Newsmax #propaganda

[n2qfd]

BBC News: False claims of bogus heatwave spread online

The Trump sickness continues to spread.

Look, I don't know where you are coming from. I went to HS in New York and we had a thing called the board of Regents and they decided what standards education should present. That in it self could be controversial and it was then too. It was mandated you take earth science at that time too because nobody could imagine a child should not have some fundamental principles about how our planet worked. I don't remember meteorology being a long unit...

Europe is sliding into fascism's hands again. It's stock to challenge long held authority from populist perspectives. It's silly, attacking the WMO and the broadcasting companies sharing figures, but it's not all the same.

Please, by all means, do your own research on this one. Build a weather station, the WMO specs are available and have it certified. Better yet look around at what's needed. I was DAIN-6 a registered Cooperative Observer station helping provide data to the Hudson valley for years. It was wildly rewarding. There are already weather stations where I live now and so this time I think I'll put up an air quality station.

You want to race cars? There are standards.

You want to collect comic books? There are standards.

You love Fords and the model F-150 truck? What makes it that...thing... The SAE (Standard Automotive Engineering) traces it's roots back to 1902.

Scientists, even citizen scientists bow to standard practice, but we don't bow media, or to any kings.

#fascisim #bbc #weather #europe #false news #republicans are domestic terrorists #authoritarianism #climate change #climate deniers #influencers

[callmegwynbleidd]

Attention Cavillry! To war I say!

The audacity of these people! "Plague on it!" As often expressed in The Witcher games and novels.

#henry cavill #the cavillry #the witcher #show writers #false news #true fans #geeks and gamers #so done #Youtube #fuck these assholes #lauren hissrich

[ofcoursethevibes]

Week 4 Blog 2

In today's digital age, algorithms, advertising, and exposure are powerful tools that shape our online experiences. As an individual who has witnessed the impact of these factors firsthand, I can provide insight into their effects and suggest ways in which businesses and individuals can navigate their conditions.

Algorithms play a significant role in dictating what content we see and consume on platforms like social media or search engines. These algorithms are designed to tailor our online experiences based on our preferences and behaviors. While this personalization can enhance usability, it can also create an echo chamber effect, where we are only exposed to information that reinforces our existing beliefs and interests.

For instance, I recall browsing social media platforms and consistently being shown content related to my favorite sports team. Although this initially appears harmless, it inadvertently limited my exposure to diverse perspectives and alternative opinions. To counteract the algorithm's influence, businesses and individuals should actively seek out a broader range of viewpoints. By intentionally following diverse accounts, engaging with varied content, and regularly auditing their digital interests, they can circumvent the algorithm's echo chamber effect.

Next, advertising plays a crucial role in the digital realm, with businesses utilizing targeted ads to reach specific demographics. While this can be advantageous for businesses, it can also lead to an overwhelming bombardment of personalized advertisements for individuals.

For instance, after conducting a simple online search for a new pair of shoes, I found myself inundated with ads for similar products across various websites and social media platforms. To navigate this intrusive advertising landscape, individuals can employ ad-blockers or adjust the privacy settings on their devices to limit the tracking and targeting of their online behaviors. Additionally, businesses should prioritize delivering relevant and valuable content to their target audience rather than relying solely on intrusive ads. By providing engaging and informative content, businesses can foster organic engagement and build trust with their audience.

Lastly, exposure to information on the internet is immense, often leading to information overload and potential exploitation. The sheer volume of content makes it challenging to distinguish reliable sources from misinformation or clickbait.

For instance, widely circulated false news stories, such as the "Pizzagate" conspiracy, have proven the potential dangers of exposure to misinformation. To combat this, individuals should be vigilant and critically evaluate the sources and credibility of the information they encounter online. Fact-checking websites and consulting multiple sources can help ensure accuracy.

As for businesses, they should prioritize transparency and fact-checking before sharing news or information that may affect their reputation. By ensuring accuracy and reliability, they can position themselves as trustworthy sources of information and articles.

What do you think?!!!

#social media #social awareness #advertising #false news

[drmprop]

#fox news #false news #Trump #Dominion #defamation lawsuit #my pillow chief #Laura Ingraham #Sean Hannity #Rupert Murdoch #Tucker Carlson #fair and balanced #Maria Bartiromo #cartoon #voter fraud

[gmileycollier78]

JOEY CAMP ARRESTED IN BELIZE! Possible connection to murder committed by...

#youtube #belize #belize city #fake news #false news #arrested #joey camp #joey a camp #joseph a camp #joseph camp #joseph anthony camp #joey anthony camp #tumblr fyp #jaylon jones #murder in belize #fyp #news

[bottlepiecemuses]

Yeah, and I am the queen of Sheba, these articles are biased trivial trash that are meant to pander to you Pro-Pallywould dick suckers.

#submission #breaking news #israel #zionism #hamas #gaza #palestine #ישראבלר #idf #false news #fake news

[recycleable-username]

Oh no, what a horrible headline, I'm sure there will be no attempts to monetize off of this tragedy

#free gaza #false news #Because its proven hamas treats captives well

[jagzii]

"War, violence, pestilence, plague!  These were the keywords of the day for the citizens of London in the early 18th century. The war and violence part was easy enough to understand. Britain was dealing with the effects of the American Revolution (or war for independence) and the Gordon riots. The pestilence and plague part was more intriguing. After all, who doesn’t love a good plague? The story, it turns out, is even more interesting than I had imagined. Because instead of a plague, I learned about an outbreak of such epic proportions it led to widespread panic amongst the London masses."

Read the rest here:

#caterpillar outbreak #history #caterpillars #brown tail caterpillar #london #18th century #18th century london #influenza outbreak #panic #chaos #false news #pamphlets #the whole shebang

[manybackflips]

Breaking News!!!

Local man/woman/creature votes for war on France. France in favor.

Locals claim that it’s: “not as bad as it could’ve been.” And that they “didn’t understand how the entity voted for the war while ordering at the local Olive Garden.”

More coverage on the subject at -4:72 FLSNWST

#war #France #olive garden #breaking news #false news #fake news #not as bad as it could’ve been

[cupsofsilver]

A Word of Caution About Misinformation and Disinformation

Advice for staying on top of mis- and disinformation

Misinformation and disinformation have become pervasive challenges in the digital landscape, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of these threats for digital citizens. Misinformation refers to false or inaccurate information that is unintentionally shared, often stemming from misunderstandings, errors, or a lack of verification. Disinformation, on the other hand, is deliberately false or…

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#disinformation #fact checking #false news #misinformation #blog #personal blog

[chawsl]

#the news #mass media #mainstream media #false news #fake news

[todaytamilnews]

திமுக குறித்து பொய் செய்தி பரப்பியதாக காஞ்சியை சேர்ந்தவர் கைது | Man from Kanchipuram arrested for spreading false news about DMK

திருப்பூர்: திருப்பூர் மாவட்டம் அவிநாசியில் கடந்த 2021-ம் ஆண்டு ஊரடங்கு அமல்படுத்தப்பட்டிருந்த சமயத்தில் சாரா��ம் காய்ச்சிய 5 பேர் கைது செய்யப்பட்டனர். இந்த தகவல் நாளிதழ்களில் வெளியாகி இருந்தது. இந்த செய்தியை தவறாக சித்தரித்து 5 திமுகவினர் சாராயம் காய்ச்சிய போது கைது என புகைப்படத்தை மார்பிங் செய்து மாற்றி, கடந்த 5 நாட்களுக்கு முன்னர் தனது சமூக வலைதள பக்கத்தில் காஞ்சிபுரத்தைச் சேர்ந்த சரவணபிரசாத்…

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#DMK #false news #kanchipuram #திமுக #பொய் செய்தி