Israel and Iran continue their attacks unabated. At the same time, a war of images is increasingly taking place on social media—some of which contains fake content.
With these five topics from Germany and the world, you are well informed for your Friday.
This is what it's about: In the conflict between Israel and Iran, many fake videos are circulating online that are supposed to depict drone attacks or military actions.
That's why it's important: Such fake videos are sometimes used as a propaganda weapon to manipulate public opinion.
Here's how it goes: Many of the fake videos taken out of context or even generated by AI can be identified with a few tricks. A simple reverse image search is often enough.
This is what it's about: The last German dictator is back - as a successful book author and reader: Honecker's successor and the last head of state and party of the GDR, Egon Krenz (88), has published the last part of his memoirs and is now on a reading tour through East Germany.
That's why it's important: Observers and critics are surprised by the sales success and the acclaim Krenz generates. Doesn't he represent a state governed by injustice? It's more complicated: For his fans, Krenz also embodies the longing for peace, especially with Russia, and memories of (for them) better, more manageable times.
So it continues: Eastern topics are (once again) in vogue: novels, non-fiction books and many political debates deal with the GDR and the question of whether its legacy is to blame for the bad mood and the successes of the AfD in East Germany.
This is what happened: After the shooting at a school in Graz on June 10, the Austrian government tightened gun laws.
Background: To prevent similar crimes like those in Graz, Austria is now placing greater emphasis on psychological testing when issuing a gun license and has raised the minimum age for purchasing dangerous weapons to 25. Other countries such as Germany, Great Britain, and Japan have significantly stricter gun laws, while countries such as Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and the USA have more lax regulations.
Here's what's next: Gun control remains a controversial issue – with approaches varying from country to country. To prevent such crimes, the number of school psychologists in Austria is to be doubled over the next three years. New rules for access to schools are also expected to follow.
This is what happened: Only one man survived the plane crash in India last Thursday. Now, a survivor of another crash has come forward. Like the Air India passenger, he was sitting in seat 11A, which is now leading to speculation about the safety of certain seats on airplanes.
That's why it's important: Experts and studies are investigating whether there are safer seats. Statistically, seats in the middle section and the back rows are the safest. Aisle seats in the middle section and front rows, on the other hand, have a higher mortality rate.
Here's what's going on: Proximity to emergency exits can be an advantage in the event of a crash, but ultimately, many factors play a role. Nevertheless, demand for seat 11A could increase significantly.
Here's the thing: Pregnancy is usually associated with anticipation and feelings of happiness. But it's not uncommon for relationship conflicts to arise during this time.
Why it's important: Pregnancy is a major turning point in any romantic relationship. Many big questions suddenly arise, along with new topics that offer considerable potential for conflict. As a couple, you have to find your way in this changed life situation.
Here's how it continues: It helps to explain your own needs and feelings and to deal with them together as a couple.
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