The free (almost) space that is the internet can sometimes make it the perfect place for false information to thrive. But don’t lose hope. The same freedom also allows it to be the biggest repository in the history of humanity of true, well-researched information.
So, what can you do to fact check what you’re reading or receiving? Here’s a handy list to keep around.
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