COVID-19: A Case Study in MisinformationDuring the pandemic, misinformation spread faster than the virus. People shared fake “cures,” claimed the virus was a hoax, or argued that vaccines were dangerous. And many believed it — often with tragic results. Hospitals filled with patients who refused to take precautions because they’d been misled. Families lost loved ones....

You don’t wake up one day and decide to become an extremist. It happens gradually, often without someone realizing they’re going down that road. But in today’s digital world, it’s never been easier to fall into radical thinking — and it’s becoming a real danger. What Is Extremism, Really? At its core, extremism means holding beliefs that are way outside the...

We’ve all had that moment where we read something shocking online and think, “Wait… could that be true?” Whether it’s a wild conspiracy or just a twisted version of the truth, false information has a sneaky way of pulling us in. But why? The answer lies in how our brains work. We’re Wired for Shortcuts Humans are busy. Our brains are constantly looking...

In an era dominated by social media giants like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, niche social platforms like VibeForge are quietly revolutionizing how people connect, share, and engage. While mainstream platforms have their merits, niche social networks are gaining popularity by addressing gaps and offering features tailored to specific communities. Here’s why platforms like...

The Ardennes Offensive, commonly known as the “Battle of the Bulge,”  stands as the single bloodiest battle fought by the United States during World War II. Waged in the bitter cold of mid-December 1944, it took the Allies a month to secure victory. The cost was staggering: nearly 20,000 Americans were killed in action, close to 50,000 wounded and another 20,000 captured. In...