Total 13 Posts
My mathematical model cautions Rishi Sunak against shifting to the right ahead of the next election
6 min read
Rishi Sunak wants everyone to be better at maths. Here’s what taking his own advice would mean for his election campaign. Shifting to the right ahead of the next General Election could pose significant challenges for him.
What is the 15-minute cities conspiracy theory?
4 min read
At the Conservative Party Conference, Mark Harper voiced criticism against the concept of ‘15-minute cities’, hinting it is a local authority ploy to control citizens. Some conspiracy theories even link it to oppressive rules and ‘climate lockdowns’.
Does AI have a right to free speech?
6 min read
If we decide that AI helps us think freely, we may need to give it rights too.
Donald Trump’s truth: Why liars might sometimes be considered honest – new research
5 min read
A study highlights how belief-speaking in politics, even when detached from factual accuracy, can shape political discourse and influence public perception of honesty in politics.
Vaccine hesitancy is one of the greatest threats to global health – and the pandemic has made it worse
4 min read
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a decline in childhood vaccinations worldwide, contributing to outbreaks of infectious diseases. Tackling misinformation will be a big part of addressing vaccine hesitancy.
Events that never happened could influence the 2024 presidential election
5 min read
AI can manipulate a real event or invent one from thin air to create a ‘situation deepfake.’ These deepfakes threaten to influence upcoming elections, but you can still protect your vote.
QAnon is spreading outside the US – A conspiracy theory expert explains what that could mean
5 min read
The mysterious QAnon network is becoming an international movement, and an estimated 22% of Americans back one of its core beliefs.