Conspiracy Theories
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Why conspiracy theories work for Donald Trump and could power his return as US president
He understands well that his base knows they are being exploited, but can only conceptualise that in terms of conspiring individuals or groups.
Tabish Khair
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QAnon: The conspiracy theory movement has spread beyond US to Europe and Russia
The mysterious QAnon network is becoming an international movement, and an estimated 22% of Americans back one of its core beliefs.
Robert M Dover, The Conversation
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How do conspiracy theories spread? I watched hundreds of flat-Earth videos to find out
Even far-fetched misinformation and conspiracies can seem rational if they fit into existing grievances.
Carlos Diaz Ruiz, The Conversation
Trending
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Faltering economy, poor citizens, South Asia’s bully: The reality of India’s global ambitions
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In his new book, journalist Boria Majumdar addresses BCCI’s two-year ban after an online controversy
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This artificial sweetener can destroy gut bacteria and intestine cells
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In Mathura, Muslims say they were denied their vote. No complaints in Hindu areas
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Banana republic in the making?: A South Asian perspective on India from Kathmandu
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Incel extremism: Inside the warped online subculture of involuntary celibates
Incels believe their inability to attract women makes them victims of oppression.
Charlie Tye, The Conversation
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Why white supremacists and QAnon enthusiasts in the US are obsessed with the Byzantine Empire
Far-right groups are inspired by a false premise that when Rome fell, the eastern empire went on to preserve a white-European civilization.
Roland Betancourt, The Conversation
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The storming of US Capitol shows the real-life harms of online conspiracy theories like QAnon
The misinformation campaign evolved into an extremist religio-political ideology over the past three years.
Marc-Antoine Fardin, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: Woman recreates pet parrot’s choreography
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Watch: Neighbours rescue infant from second floor sunshade after she fell from fourth floor balcony
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Video: Listen to this acapella version of Shankar Mahadevan’s ‘Breathless’ by four singers
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Watch: Argentinian woman is crowned Miss Universe Buenos Aires at 60
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Mystery monoliths: Similar phenomena from the past explain why they are not a big deal
No credible source has suggested the structures are a product of alien technology or supernatural influence.
Peter Ellerton, The Conversation
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Stranger than fiction: Did the CIA conduct secret mosquito experiments in India in the 1970s?
In Indira Gandhi’s India, conspiracies planted by the KGB were common. Some were outlandish, others terrifying – and true.
Nandita Haksar
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Why so many people believe fake news – and how to get them to see through conspiracy theories
Rational arguments and myth busting often won't help you change the mind of a conspiracy theorist. But there are other ways.
Mark Lorch, The Conversation
The Reel
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‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ trailer: Barry Jenkins directs prequel to 2019 photorealistic animated film
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Start the week with a film: A divorce from hell in ‘The War of the Roses’
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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In a post-truth and alternative-fact world, how should we understand conspiracy theories?
In an environment of scepticism, it's difficult to draw the line between rational thinking and conspiracy thoerising.
University of Cambridge
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Shivraj Patil rejects allegations that Home Ministry delayed help for Maharashtra on 26/11
The former Home Minister says he, along with NSG commandos, flew to Mumbai within three hours of the terror strike.
Scroll Staff
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The secretive Bilderberg meeting of global elites has begun – and it should worry you
They may not be the Illuminati but there is a different kind of conspiracy at play at the secretive annual Bilderberg meeting.
Martin Parker, The Conversation
The Field
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IPL 2024: Bowlers, Marcus Stoinis help Lucknow Super Giants beat Mumbai Indians
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India tour of Bangladesh: Radha Yadav, D Hemalatha propel visitors to win in rain-marred second T20I
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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson included in Rohit Sharma-led India squad
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Badminton, Uber Cup 2024: India lose to China in group stage-decider; progress to quarter-final
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Diaz and Chhangte on target as Mumbai City beat FC Goa to enter final