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Grey zones, proxy wars and a changing world orderA new era of grey-zone conflicts is upon us. International institutions face challenges managing geopolitical tensions. U.S. foreign policy...
Denial, division, geopolitics dealt heavy blows to global cooperation this year: UN climate chief Stiell after COPCOP30 in Brazil concluded with a pledge for more funding to help countries adapt to extreme weather. UN Climate Change Executive Secretary ...
COP30 opens in Belem with improved emission pledges, Lula urges action against ‘denialism’ and disinformationAhead of COP30, as many as seven new proposals, each calling for formal discussions and negotiations, were submitted by countries and negot...
AI-generated disinformation tactics spotted ahead of COP30A clip said to show massive flooding in the Amazonian city hosting the UN climate summit is just one widely-shared example of how disinform...
Doomsday Clock is now just 89 seconds from midnight, the point of no return. Here's what it meansThe Doomsday Clock is now set at 89 seconds to midnight, indicating the highest level of global catastrophe risk ever recorded. The Bulleti...
Doomsday Clock set to reveal on Jan 28 when the world will end | Live stream detailsThe Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists will unveil the 2025 Doomsday Clock setting during a live webcast.
Greenpeace France quits X over climate 'scepticism'Greenpeace France said it would remain active on other platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Threads, while exploring alter...
In volatile election season, US companies battle 'brand disinformation'The recent boycott calls targeting Netflix, which also spread on other platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, were triggered by false clai...
UN chief tells consumer tech firms: own the harm your products causeU.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres demands accountability from tech giants for the harm caused by their products and social media plat...
What is climate misinformation, and why does it matter?Misinformation and disinformation on climate change, such as greenwashing by fashion brands and astroturfing by organizations like the Empo...
Misinformation, societal polarisation can limit capabilities to deal with challenges: EC Prez Ursula von der LeyenEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday said the risks like misinformation and societal polarisation are very serious...
From virtual safe space to epicentre of hate: How X (d)evolved under Elon Musk's leadershipUnder Elon Musk's watch, millions of people have been exposed to misinformation about climate change and subjected to racist rants and anti...
Greta Thunberg under fire in Germany over Israel-Hamas war stanceGreta Thunberg came under fire over her pro-Palestinian stance on Monday in Germany, where the local chapter of climate movement Fridays fo...
The consequences of Elon Musk's ownership of XThe war between Israel and Hamas -- the sort of major news event that once made Twitter an essential source of information and debate -- ha...
Big Tech drags feet on climate disinformation, advocates warnClimate Action Against Disinformation (CAAD), a coalition of more than 50 advocacy groups and businesses, released the report on Wednesday ...
California sues oil giants, alleging climate risks deception: NYTThe US state of California sued five of the world's largest oil companies on Friday, alleging the firms caused billions of dollars in damag...
China is a constant security challenge: NATO leadersWhile the 30 heads of state and government avoid calling China a rival, they did express concern about its “coercive policies,” the opaque ...
PM Modi affirms India’s commitment to democracy, freedom of thought, libertyHighlighting the non-democratic and unequal nature of global governance institutions, the prime minister called for the reform of the multi...
Facebook expanding climate info hub in battle against misinformation, will debunk myths for usersThe hub will rely on climate communication experts from George Mason University, the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication and the U...
- How green are our politicians?
Since the turn of the century, the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded twice to people who spearheaded a 'green' movement because they reali...