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We investigate corruption, uncover fake news and analyze the news agenda. The BIC is a member of the global network of investigative journalists.

Our journalists have received the Hans Staiger Investigative Award from the International Center for Journalists; the Free Media Award from the ZEIT-Stiftung Bucerius and the Fritt Ord Foundation; and the Data Journalism Award from the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing. Our Dubai Unlocked project was also shortlisted for the Sigma Awards.

Between 2018 and 2026, our journalists received 11 Belarusian Volnaye Slova Awards.

BIC is a member of the OCCRP (Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project)

We are also members of GIJN (Global Investigative Journalism Network)

Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes

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What is Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes

The Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes is an online tool designed to explore false information and disinformation campaigns targeting Belarus. The Catalogue of Fakes was developed by the Belarusian Investigative Center (BIC) as part of their ongoing AntiFake News project, which has been gathering and examining false information campaigns since 2021.

The platform offers a comprehensive overview of the fake news landscape in Belarus, including visualizations and search functions to help users identify and understand disinformation tactics. It also provides insights into the media and individuals involved in spreading false narratives and allows users to explore specific examples of manipulation and distortion of information. This is a holistic view of how the propaganda machine works.

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Last fakes of the week

13 February 2024

Since Lukashenko has been in power, schools and hospitals have not been closed in Belarus. Azarenok's statement is under fact check

Thanks to Aleksandr Lukashenko, Belarus has yet to experience a reduction in schools and hospitals, Grigory Azarenok said. The Weekly Top Fake team has compared the numbers from the 90s to recent years.

fabrication, misrepresentation, Belarus, YouTube show Azaryonok. Directly, Ryhor Azaronak, medicine, education.

12 February 2024

The Gruzdev Sisters: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Promised to Legalize Drugs. Is It Real?

Sviatlana Tsikhanovskaya is an ex-drug user, who is going to legalize marijuana in Belarus. Such a statement was made by singers Alexandra and Valentina Gruzdev. The Weekly Top Fake team verifies if it's true.

fabrication, Belarus, Belarus-1 TV channel, the Gruzdev Sisters, the opposition, drugs, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.

09 February 2024

Lukashenko called Russia a leader in the Antarctic exploration. Is it true?

In the Antarctic exploration, Russia is ahead of other countries. This statement was made by Aleksandr Lukashenko during the ceremony to launch the new wintering complex at the Vostok research station on January 28. The Weekly Top Fake team checks whether it's true.

misrepresentation, fabrication, Russia, Antarctica, kremlin.ru, Alexander Lukashenko, Antarctica, science.

08 February 2024

Is Belarus among the top countries in the world with the best access to healthcare systems? Checking the words of political scientist Petrovsky

The Belarusian healthcare system is one of the best in the world. It was stated by political scientist Petr Petrovsky on the Radio Alfa. The Weekly Top Fake team analyzed his claim.

fabrication, misrepresentation, Belarus, world, Alpha Radio, Piotr Piatrouski, medicine, rating of Belarus.

07 February 2024

Did Trump blame the U.S. authorities for the September 11 attacks? Analysis of Belarusian TV news from the Weekly Top Fake Team

The TV channel Belarus 1 reported Donald Trump's sensational statement. Employees of the state television channel claimed that the ex-president had blamed the U.S. authorities for the September 11 terrorist attacks.

fabrication, misrepresentation, USA, Belarus-1 TV channel, Donald Trump, the September 11 attacks.

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