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Spin

To describe something in a certain way to influence what people think; propaganda.
"Keep Knowledge Uncaged" is displayed at Soule Library to raise awareness of banned books.

Unshelved: Book bans target Black and LGBTQ authors

New data on America’s most banned titles shows that authors of color and LGBTQ+ themes are the most targeted.

Illustration by Elizabeth Coleman

Dupe Culture: is there such a thing as a good deal on a fake?

How Gen-Zers has convinced themselves they’re OK bargain shopping for faux and knockoff merchandise.

A general view of highway I-81 in Syracuse, NY on April 9, 2023. Photo taken by Isaiah Vasquez

A Tale of Tailpipes: Which I-81 solution is green?

A judge found deficiencies in the state's environmental review of the I-81 project. We ask: which option is best for the environment?

Media twists, ignores the stories of disabled people

Experts say accurate portrayals of disability are rare as the media often fails to see people with disabilities as part of the audience. 

College Republican Chairman, John Parker, stands for a portrait on campus in Syracuse, New York on Friday, April 14, 2023.

Conservatives step up their fight against censorship

While disinformation on social media fuels distrust, right-leaning advocates say the bigger concern is censorship.

Negative political ads on television for New York governor's race

Experts worry attack ads distort truth without lying

Negative political spots can help voters better understand candidates, but some stray into disinformation and undermine democracy.