AFP’s fact-check service debunks misinformation spread online. Here are some of our recent fact-checks: 1. US Democrats’ comments Multiple social media posts show statements made by prominent US Democrats with pictures of burning buildings to [...]
A UK-based comedian has sparked a censorship row after he apologised to Chinese fans and removed a video featuring a fellow YouTube star who had been critical of Beijing. Malaysian-born stand-up Nigel Ng has become a viral sensation in recent months with [...]
About The Peter Mackler Award
The Peter Mackler Award honors reporters and editors who have demonstrated a commitment to fairness, accuracy and speaking truth to power, and a matching commitment to asserting the right to publish or air that story in countries where independent media is under threat.
