India’s Central Bureau of Investigation widened its probe into alleged exam paper leaks and irregularities at multiple examination centres following the NEET-UG controversy escalation.
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US AI-Generated Fake American Radar Installation Image in Qatar Goes Viral in Iran War
A fake AI-generated image of a destroyed American radar installation in Qatar went viral on social media during the 2026 Iran war before being debunked by BBC Verify and international fact-checkers.
ICC Investigation in Philippines Reaches New Stage as Duterte Faces Full Proceedings
The ICC investigation in the Philippines reached a significant new stage with the unsealing of an arrest warrant against Rodrigo Duterte and the constitution of a trial chamber for proceedings.
Philadelphia Community Access Media Founder Gretjen Clausing Dies at 61 Amid Legal Dispute
Philadelphia Community Access Media founder Gretjen Clausing died at the age of 61 as the organisation navigated ongoing legal and operational challenges in the local media landscape.
Misinformation Spreaders Fabricate Fake Iranian Embassy Image After School Strike in Minab
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Drone Avionics Startup ZeroDrag Raises Seed Round as India Tightens Defence Drone Procurement
Indian drone avionics firm ZeroDrag raised a seed round as India tightened regulatory frameworks for defence drone procurement amid security concerns about supply chain integrity.
OCCRP’s New Expose on Sky ECC Reveals Criminal Use of Encrypted Communication Networks
The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project’s new investigation revealed the full extent of how encrypted communication networks like Sky ECC were weaponised by criminal syndicates.
Detained Immigrants Report Brutal Treatment as Protests Escalate Outside Newark Jail
Immigrants detained at Delaney Hall reported brutal treatment by guards prompting escalating protests outside the Newark facility amid calls for closure of the for-profit detention centre.
Former French Ambassador Shares Fake Video of Iran War Missiles Destroying Tel Aviv
Former French Ambassador to Israel Gerard Araud shared an AI-generated fake video purportedly showing missiles destroying Tel Aviv in a significant misinformation incident during the 2026 Iran war.
Montana FWP Seeks Public Input on Corner Crossing as Property Rights Debate Heats Up
Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks sought public input on corner crossing through an advisory committee meeting after FWP maintained the practice is unlawful amid conflicts over land access.