False News

The phenomenon of fake news is nothing new. Fake news appeared in the tabloids, but also in the credible media.

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Fake news is generally not produced intentionally or with a specific purpose.

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When social media users spread fake news, they are rarely aware of it.

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Fake news can shape public opinion and even affect electoral processes.

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People can make money by creating fake news and spreading misinformation through social media.

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Once false news is exposed, it can no longer influence attitudes and beliefs.

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Rumors that are found to be false disappear faster than those that turn out to be true.

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Chances are we can trust articles and stories shared by our friends that seem to come from verified sources.

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It is more effective to gather facts that prove that some information is incorrect than just to say that it is simply not true.

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If we collect information from traditional sources (daily newspapers, radio, television…) we are less likely to be exposed to false news.

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