These days the news is served up two ways: real and fake. As we noted this week, bogus images and videos of explosions, fires, protests and weapons went viral after the United States's June 21 attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites. Many of the videos were shared by X accounts with blue check marks, which were formerly associated with accounts belonging to people or organizations with verified identities but are now available for purchase. Meanwhile, dozens of YouTube channels are mixing AI-generated images and videos with false claims about Sean "Diddy" Combs's blockbuster trial...and pulling in tens of millions of views.

The third annual West Side Fest—this Friday, Saturday and Sunday—will offer three days of festivities, including free admissions, artmaking activities for all ages, music and performances, special indoor and outdoor programming, and much more. New Yorkers and visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate the vibrant, cultural village along the waterfront of Manhattan’s west side!  The complete schedule, with contact info/links is HERE The West Side Fest neighborhood in...