Blog: Rhetoric that captures votes – how political language shapes our perception

When it’s election time, the internet suddenly feels like a marketplace full of voices – loud, excited, and contradictory. During the German federal elections in February 2025 we experienced how difficult it is to keep track. Between loud promises and emotional appeals, facts quickly become blurred. In this blog post, we take a closer look:…

Blog: Self-Test – Fact-Check on Climate Change: A Mission Impossible?

The world is increasingly plagued by extreme weather events like heatwaves and floods. But how can we be sure that the information we receive about these events is truly accurate? In an era where misinformation and fake news are widespread on social media, the question arises: Can an ordinary citizen distinguish reliable facts from false…

Blog: Electromobility – A comparison between Scandinavia and Germany

Electromobility is at the heart of the debate on sustainable transportation, bringing with it a range of opportunities, challenges, and open questions. While some view it as a key lever in combating climate change, others question its actual sustainability. Electromobility plays a central role in European climate and transport policy and is seen as an…

Blog: Fact-checking contradictory numbers – between confusion and (misleading) correction

Verifying numerical data is a significant challenge for many people. It requires time and effort, which are often in short supply in everyday life. Especially in areas that are outside one’s personal expertise, there is a tendency to trust the accuracy of media reports – often without questioning whether a so-called fact-check is actually correct.…

Transidentity: clearing up common myths to promote acceptance and equality

Germany’s Self-Determination Act is an example for the increase in visibility and discussion surrounding transgender identity within the EU. However, discrimination against transgender individuals persists, highlighting the ongoing need for greater acceptance and equality. To address misconceptions surrounding trans identity, we explore common myths with insights from experts and those directly affected. The topic Transidentity…

Blog: Global warming affects both: Nature and human beings

Experts warn of the consequences of rising seas due to climate change. Our reporter Lennart Platz travelled to a place where future generations will soon be getting their feet wet – the Wadden Sea World Heritage. RESEARCH | ARTICLE – Lennart Platz and Moritz Orth, Jade University of Applied Sciences, Germany Leave your comments, thoughts,…

Blog: Looking Behind the Headlines – Media Ethics and Seniors’ Driving Ability

In today’s fast-paced media landscape, discussions about older people’s ability to drive often drift into tricky territory, rife with stereotypes and prejudice. But is there more to the stereotypes than meets the eye? In this blog post, we have a closer look at how senior citizens are portrayed in the media and what responsibility the…

Blog: Navigating Press Freedom Challenges in Overwhelmed Health Systems

“You’re not from the FAZ or another major media outlet.” This incidental comment during our research for our factcheck on the rise in cholera numbers resonates in our minds and illustrates a bitter reality: journalists outside of large editorial offices are fighting against invisibility and a lack of respect. Our research work during the factcheck,…