With so much chaos in the world, it’s hard to know what to believe. That’s when people grab onto conspiracy theories. Don’t be a spreader of misinformation. Two people question the news on TV. (Illustration by News Decoder) Editor’s note: On 25...
The core principles of journalism are no longer just tools for the professional news reporter. They can help anyone navigate this information-saturated world. A reporter thinks about the five Ws: Who, what, where, when and why. (Illustration by News Decoder) ...
Despite their simplicity, memes can both inspire new political voices and reinforce false narratives, and are affecting online discourse around the globe. A social media meme that pokes fun at the intense debate over the right to bear arms. (Illustration by News...
In response to pressure from parents, politicians in Switzerland and elsewhere are considering social media bans. But teens say that won’t solve the problem. A teen on her phone ignores a birthday cake. (Illustration by News Decoder.) This article was produced...
Many people picture Africa as desert, safaris and trash-filled cities. Of 54 nations and vibrant urban scenes? Not so much. Why do we think we know places we’ve never visited? Left to right: A Tunisian oasis (Kaji from Kajicom); A camel in the Sahara (Nato...