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Facebook, Twitter take action after Trump falsely claims flu deadlier than COVID-19

Facebook, Twitter take action after Trump falsely claims flu deadlier than COVID-19

The president, who is being treated for COVID-19, has been downplaying the severity of the disease. He said falsely that, compared with the flu, COVID-19 is "in most populations far less lethal."
by Merrit Kennedy and Scott Hensley

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Facebook keeps data secret, letting conservative bias claims persist

Facebook keeps data secret, letting conservative bias claims persist

Conservatives accuse Facebook of being biased against right-wing views, but engagement data tells a different story. The most popular content on Facebook, though, remains a secret.
by Bobby Allyn

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In internet dead zones, rural schools struggle with distanced learning

In internet dead zones, rural schools struggle with distanced learning

Many American schools are back in class via distance learning. It's stressful everywhere but especially in rural districts where most students lack high-speed internet and cellphone service at home.
by Kirk Siegler

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Paradox-free time travel is theoretically possible, researchers say

Paradox-free time travel is theoretically possible, researchers say

In the peer-reviewed journal article, University of Queensland physicists say time is essentially self-healing. Changes in the past wouldn't necessarily cause a universe-ending paradox. Phew.
by Matthew S. Schwartz

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NASA astronaut will vote from space

NASA astronaut will vote from space

Astronauts have been able to cast ballots from above since the Texas legislature gave its blessing in 1997. "It's critical to participate in our democracy," NASA astronaut Kate Rubins said.
by Matthew S. Schwartz

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Can circuit breakers stop viral rumors on Facebook, Twitter?

Can circuit breakers stop viral rumors on Facebook, Twitter?

False claims that blame left-wing activists for wildfires in Oregon have spread on social media. To stop the rumors, some experts say platforms should take inspiration from the stock market.
by Shannon Bond

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