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A UNESCO study has uncovered significant gaps in how content creators verify and share information online. The research, surveying 500 creators across 45 countries, revealed that 62% of influencers don't verify content before sharing it with their followers. The study found that most influencers evaluate source credibility through popularity, with 41% using likes and views as their primary metric. Only 17% prioritize documentation and evidence when assessing information reliability. Despite this lack of rigorous fact-checking, 69% of surveyed influencers believe they are promoting critical thinking and digital literacy. Approximately 60% rely on personal experiences as their primary information source, while 40% use personal research and interviews. The implications are significant, especially considering that 40% of young Americans aged 18 to 29 regularly get news from influencers. Most of these content creators have never worked for a news organization and lack […]

Met Éireann has issued warnings for hazardous driving conditions across Ireland as snow and ice blanket several counties, particularly in the Midlands, West, and South. The national meteorological service reported that the wintry conditions unfolded as forecast, with lying snow affecting many areas. Siobhan Ryan of Met Éireann described the situation, stating that a mix of snow, sleet, and heavy rain has created treacherous conditions, particularly in the South and Southwest. While the northern half of the country remains largely dry, frosty and icy conditions persist, with lying snow primarily affecting the Midlands and West. Motorists and commuters are urged to exercise extreme caution as roads remain hazardous. Snowfall has impacted several areas, including Limerick, Clare, Cork, Kerry, and Galway, causing disruptions and challenging driving conditions. In Kerry, the N69 Tralee to Listowel Road is closed due to heavy snow, […]

A special mediator has been brought in to help resolve the ongoing strike by Canada Post workers, which has disrupted mail delivery across the country. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), representing 55,000 employees, walked off the job early Friday after negotiations with Canada Post failed to produce an agreement. The union claims that Canada Post has refused to address key concerns regarding working conditions and job security, leaving workers with no choice but to strike. Canada Post, meanwhile, maintains that the union's demands are unaffordable, citing significant financial losses in recent years. The strike has halted mail and parcel delivery, with some post offices closed and service guarantees suspended. This disruption comes at a critical time for businesses, particularly with the holiday shopping season approaching. Small businesses, especially those in rural areas reliant on Canada Post, are facing […]