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Is TikTok Really Listening to Your Offline Conversations?

Have you ever talked about a specific brand of shoes out loud with a friend, only to open TikTok a few minutes later and see an ad for those exact...

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“Natural” Skincare Is Always Safer

Scroll through social media and you’ll quickly see skincare products labeled “100% natural,” “chemical-free,” or “toxin-free.” Influencers often...

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Wearables can detect serious diseases better than doctors

Smartwatches and fitness trackers are everywhere in 2026. They count our steps, measure heart rate, track sleep, and even send alerts about...

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The EU Forces Member States to Give Up National Sovereignty

In Bulgaria, we often hear the claim that joining the European Union means giving up national sovereignty. This idea comes up in conversations...

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TikTok uses your phone's microphone to listen to your offline conversations and serve you targeted ads for things you have only spoken about out loud.

TikTok uses your phone's microphone to listen to your offline conversations and serve you... Read more

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The U.S. military planes at Sofia Airport mean Bulgaria is secretly preparing for war

The U.S. military planes at Sofia Airport mean Bulgaria is secretly preparing for war

Misleading
Are energy drinks same as coffee?

Energy drinks are basically the same as coffee

Misleading
Your phone listens to you even when it’s turned off

Your phone listens to you even when it’s turned off

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Smart home devices secretly record conversations for governments

devices like smart speakers or TVs constantly record private conversations and send them... Read more

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Dissemination event - Italy
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 00:00

On 28 December 2025, the REAL project dissemination event was held in Agropoli, engaging young people, community members, and local stakeholders in a discussion on misinformation, digital responsibility, and media awareness. The event served as a...

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Dissemination event - Bulgaria
Friday, December 5, 2025 - 00:00

On 4 December 2025, a dissemination event of the REAL project was held in Plovdiv, bringing together young people, educators, community representatives, and media professionals to explore the growing importance of media literacy and critical...

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Final Partner Meeting of the REAL Project
Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 07:13

On 28 November, the partners of the REAL (Research, Evaluate, Analyse, Learn) project gathered in Spain for the final transnational meeting. Hosted by the Spanish partner, the event brought together representatives from all participating...

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Dissemination event - Spain
Friday, November 28, 2025 - 00:00

The Spanish dissemination event of the REAL project took place on 28 November 2025, welcoming young people, civil society actors, educators, and local stakeholders interested in digital literacy and civic engagement. The event highlighted the...

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Dissemination event - Italy
Monday, December 29, 2025 - 00:00

On 28 December 2025, the REAL project dissemination event was held in Agropoli, engaging young people, community members, and local stakeholders in a discussion on misinformation, digital responsibility, and media awareness. The event served as a...

Read more
Dissemination event - Bulgaria
Friday, December 5, 2025 - 00:00

On 4 December 2025, a dissemination event of the REAL project was held in Plovdiv, bringing together young people, educators, community representatives, and media professionals to explore the growing importance of media literacy and critical...

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Final Partner Meeting of the REAL Project
Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 07:13

On 28 November, the partners of the REAL (Research, Evaluate, Analyse, Learn) project gathered in Spain for the final transnational meeting. Hosted by the Spanish partner, the event brought together representatives from all participating...

Read more
Dissemination event - Spain
Friday, November 28, 2025 - 00:00

The Spanish dissemination event of the REAL project took place on 28 November 2025, welcoming young people, civil society actors, educators, and local stakeholders interested in digital literacy and civic engagement. The event highlighted the...

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Dissemination event - Italy

The REAL project team invites young people, community actors, educators, and local stakeholders to a dissemination...

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Dissemination event - Bulgaria

The REAL project team invites young people, community members, educators, stakeholders, and media representatives to...

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Dissemination event - Spain

You are invited to attend the REAL project dissemination event in Spain on 28 November 2025, addressed to young...

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Youth fact checks

Is TikTok Really Listening to Your Offline Conversations?
Published status: Yes
“Natural” Skincare Is Always Safer
Published status: Yes
Wearables can detect serious diseases better than doctors
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TikTok uses your phone's microphone to listen to your offline conversations and serve you targeted ads for things you have only spoken about out loud.

TikTok uses your phone's microphone to listen...

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The U.S. military planes at Sofia Airport mean Bulgaria is secretly preparing for war

The U.S. military planes at Sofia Airport mean...

Misleading
Are energy drinks same as coffee?

Energy drinks are basically the same as coffee...

Misleading

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