The UN Human Rights Council adopted a plan of action to combat disinformation last week. Find out why disinformation is more than just a nuisance, it's a threat to human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Tag: COVID-19
Back to School in the Pandemic Period
It’s time for parents to prepare their children to go back to school. Find out why getting back to class this year feels very different across the globe. (5:30 min read)
Social Media Distancing: Flattening the Infodemic Curve
Social media distancing might be another habit we all need to learn. Find out why we tend to spread misinformation and what we can do all do about it. (5:00 min read)
Protection Crisis: COVID-19 More than Health Pandemic
“Protection crisis” was the catchphrase at the UN Security Council last Thursday. Find out what the issues were in the debate about pandemic security. (5:00 min read)
Hardest-Hit Countries in Pandemic are Victims of War
The hardest-hit countries in the coronavirus outbreak are places where wars left the people vulnerable to disease. One country we list might surprise you. (6:15 min read)
Outdoor Science Education at Risk From COVID-19
Outdoor science education is a field at risk, according to a new study. Find out why, and what we can do to preserve this vital experience for our youth. (4:30 min read)
Civil War in Yemen: The Crisis We Don’t Talk About
Civil war in Yemen seems to stay below the radar in the west. Find out more about the world’s worst humanitarian crisis and how you can help, if possible. (6:30 min read)
Coronavirus Immunity: Vaccine Data Hopeful But Unclear
Coronavirus immunity is the foundation underpinning planned COVID-19 vaccination programs. Find out the status of the ongoing research in this area. (5:00 min read)
World Health Assembly: What’s China Hiding?
The World Health Assembly began today. China’s president sounded conciliatory, but find out what his speech didn’t cover. (5:00 min read)
Infodemic: “Dangerous Outbreak of Misinformation”
The "Infodemic" means all the pandemic-based rumours and lies spreading on the internet. Find out how to prevent these conspiracy theories from spreading. (5:45 min read)