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Don't Fall for the Trap: Staying Ahead of Fake News and Misinformation"

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  In recent times, there has been a surge in the proliferation of counterfeit news channels on youtu.be and fabricated news pages on Facebook.  The Bachan family of Bollywood recently filed a lawsuit against two YouTube channels for disseminating false information regarding Aradhya Bachan. The family has alleged that the channels disseminated inaccurate information and unfounded conspiracy theories pertaining to the health status of the eleven-year-old girl, thereby inducing unwarranted anxiety among their supporters and sympathisers. The Bachchan family has made a request to YouTube to remove the videos in question and prevent any additional dissemination of misinformation. In today's digital age, the spread of fake news has become a major concern. It is imperative for individuals to be able to distinguish between credible and unreliable sources of information.  The proliferation of counterfeit news outlets and pages on social media platforms has emerged as a worrisome g...

Mate Poaching: Exploring the Origins, Motivations, and Consequences

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  The term "mate poaching" finds its roots in the discipline of evolutionary psychology. The theory of sexual selection posits that individuals are driven to seek and obtain mates of superior quality as a means of optimising their reproductive achievements. The phrase "mate poaching" originated during the 1990s to describe the trend of individuals engaging in sexual or romantic relationships with individuals who were already in committed partnerships.    Currently, the phrase "mate poaching" is frequently utilised in both popular culture and scholarly discourse, with professionals in the fields of psychology, sociology, and relationship studies expressing keen interest in the subject matter. Mate poaching is perceived by some as a detrimental and morally questionable behaviour that may lead to anguish, emotional distress, and, in certain cases, physical aggression.  For years, pursuing and seducing married people has fascinated and divided opinion. However...