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Hantavirus Myths vs Facts: 7 Myths About The Viral Illness You Should Stop Believing
With information spreading quickly online, many people end up believing myths that create panic or confusion. Doctors say that understanding the facts is important because the illness behaves very differently from viral infections like flu or COVID-1
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"Vile": Chief Justice Slams Casteist Remark Attributed To Him On Social Media
He was referring to certain posts currently in wide circulation on social media platforms, and specifically mentioned an account by the name @UnreservedMERIT on X.
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'First Get Support, Then Approach Governor': MK Stalin's DMK Slams Vijay
Vijay, who approached the Governor with a coalition government, is falling short of the majority mark of 118.
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Old Hantavirus Tweet Goes Viral: Experts Warn Against Panic, See List Of Reliable Resources
A viral 2022 tweet resurfaced during the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak, fuelling panic online. Experts explain why misinformation spreads during health scares and how people can verify facts before sharing alarming posts.
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"Improved Me Quite A Bit": Giorgia Meloni Calls Out Viral Fake Lingerie Photo
On Tuesday, the Italian premier posted the altered image on her Facebook page to expose it, alongside a screenshot of a user identified as "Roberto", who had reshared it with the claim that she should be "ashamed".
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No Degree? No Platform. China Fines Fake Finance Gurus $14,000 And Deletes Their Accounts
China's internet regulator has made it mandatory for influencers to hold verified professional degrees or certifications before creating content on finance, medicine, law or education.
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Study Finds AI Chatbots Often Recommend Problematic Cancer Treatments
A new study has found that almost half of cancer treatment responses by major AI chatbots were problematic.
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Pak-Based X Users 'Spread Misinformation' In Noida Workers' Unrest: Cops
A total of 62 people have been arrested so far in connection with widespread workers' agitation for wage hike in Noida.
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You're Not Anti-Science For Questioning Your Supplements, Says Lifestyle Medicine Expert
Many people do not realize there is a big difference between an ingredient that has research behind it and a product that has actually been tested. Most supplement companies take advantage of this confusion.
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Covid Vaccine Claims Go Viral After Elon Musk's Comments; Experts Explain What The Evidence Shows
Covid-19 vaccine claims made by Elon Musk have recently shifted public discourse on the vaccine's efficacy. Here is what medical health authorities, doctors, and scientific data indicate about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Lego-Style Trump Meme Make Rounds Of Internet After Ceasefire Announcement
A viral AI-generated video circulated on social media depicts Trump with a flaming backside holding a sign that reads, "VICTORY! I am a loser."
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World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
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World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
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World Health Day 2026 Mandate: Why 'Standing With Science' Is the Only Way To Survive The Wellness Misinformation Era
The World Health Organization has introduced a new mandate to combat the rise in health misinformation. Here is what you need to know about why standing with science is key to surviving the wellness misinformation era.
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Amazon Techie Raises Alarm Over Fake Salary Posts On X: "Created Just To Farm Impressions"
The growing trend of flexing sky-high salaries, elite tech jobs, and dramatic AI doomsday fears on X is facing fresh scrutiny after a viral post exposed it as little more than "engagement farming."
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Hantavirus Myths vs Facts: 7 Myths About The Viral Illness You Should Stop Believing
With information spreading quickly online, many people end up believing myths that create panic or confusion. Doctors say that understanding the facts is important because the illness behaves very differently from viral infections like flu or COVID-1
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"Vile": Chief Justice Slams Casteist Remark Attributed To Him On Social Media
He was referring to certain posts currently in wide circulation on social media platforms, and specifically mentioned an account by the name @UnreservedMERIT on X.
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'First Get Support, Then Approach Governor': MK Stalin's DMK Slams Vijay
Vijay, who approached the Governor with a coalition government, is falling short of the majority mark of 118.
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Old Hantavirus Tweet Goes Viral: Experts Warn Against Panic, See List Of Reliable Resources
A viral 2022 tweet resurfaced during the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak, fuelling panic online. Experts explain why misinformation spreads during health scares and how people can verify facts before sharing alarming posts.
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"Improved Me Quite A Bit": Giorgia Meloni Calls Out Viral Fake Lingerie Photo
On Tuesday, the Italian premier posted the altered image on her Facebook page to expose it, alongside a screenshot of a user identified as "Roberto", who had reshared it with the claim that she should be "ashamed".
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No Degree? No Platform. China Fines Fake Finance Gurus $14,000 And Deletes Their Accounts
China's internet regulator has made it mandatory for influencers to hold verified professional degrees or certifications before creating content on finance, medicine, law or education.
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Study Finds AI Chatbots Often Recommend Problematic Cancer Treatments
A new study has found that almost half of cancer treatment responses by major AI chatbots were problematic.
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Pak-Based X Users 'Spread Misinformation' In Noida Workers' Unrest: Cops
A total of 62 people have been arrested so far in connection with widespread workers' agitation for wage hike in Noida.
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You're Not Anti-Science For Questioning Your Supplements, Says Lifestyle Medicine Expert
Many people do not realize there is a big difference between an ingredient that has research behind it and a product that has actually been tested. Most supplement companies take advantage of this confusion.
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Covid Vaccine Claims Go Viral After Elon Musk's Comments; Experts Explain What The Evidence Shows
Covid-19 vaccine claims made by Elon Musk have recently shifted public discourse on the vaccine's efficacy. Here is what medical health authorities, doctors, and scientific data indicate about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Lego-Style Trump Meme Make Rounds Of Internet After Ceasefire Announcement
A viral AI-generated video circulated on social media depicts Trump with a flaming backside holding a sign that reads, "VICTORY! I am a loser."
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World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
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World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
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World Health Day 2026 Mandate: Why 'Standing With Science' Is the Only Way To Survive The Wellness Misinformation Era
The World Health Organization has introduced a new mandate to combat the rise in health misinformation. Here is what you need to know about why standing with science is key to surviving the wellness misinformation era.
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Amazon Techie Raises Alarm Over Fake Salary Posts On X: "Created Just To Farm Impressions"
The growing trend of flexing sky-high salaries, elite tech jobs, and dramatic AI doomsday fears on X is facing fresh scrutiny after a viral post exposed it as little more than "engagement farming."
