Stop rumours
How much will rumours influence this election
The much-discussed 13th national parliamentary election is set to be held on February 12. As the election draws closer, political tension and violence are rising, accompanied by a rapid spread of rumours and disinformation. Alongside street politics, the virtual world has turned into a battlefield of an “information war”. Fake news on social media, AI-generated deepfake videos and fabricated photo cards have created a dangerous reality that can influence voter decisions. This raises a critical question: how much impact can rumours have on the upcoming election
Stop spreading rumors about Russell's viper
For several days now, panic about Russell's viper has been spreading on social media. Any snake is being identified as a Russell's viper, with fabricated stories and pictures being shared to spread this fear. It is being said that Russell's viper is the most aggressive and venomous snake in the world and that there is no chance of survival if it bites someone. Some media outlets are encouraging this fear to increase their views. However, according to snake experts, in terms of toxicity, this snake ranks fifth. There are many more venomous snakes in Bangladesh. Furthermore, this snake does not invade homes to bite people. They usually reside in wetlands and only bite when provoked. If bitten by this snake, there is a 100% chance of survival if the victim receives medical treatment within 100 minutes, provided there are no other complications.