During last week's vice presidential debate, the Republican candidate, Sen. J.D. Vance (R–Ohio), decried "the threat of censorship." One example he cited was "big technology companies" that are ...

A large global study identified the reasons people believe misinformation — and which tools work best to counter it.

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Science provides an important way to understand the world that can inform policy and personal decisions, improve human and ecological health and well-being, and advance knowledge and innovation.

Social media greatly increases the accessibility of global news. However, this can mean that inaccurate and harmful information is spread, leading to adverse effects on society. Medical misinformation ...

Misinformation is found in every element of our online lives. It ranges from fake products available to buy, fake lifestyle posts on social media accounts and fake news about health and politics.

On Sept. 3, 2025, Florida announced its plans to be the first state to eliminate vaccine mandates for its citizens, including those for children to attend school. As experts on the history of American ...