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In August 2023, California was hit with massive rain and flooding.
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There was a viral photo circulating around social media and in some not so reliable news outlets saying that the Los Angeles Dodgers' Stadium flooded "all the way to the top".
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Keep in mind that the Dodger Stadium is about a five-story building however this sensational headline and viral photo was actually false.
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In fact the aerial coverage and photos taken were just reflections of the wet parking lot.
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We're going to do a quick dive into the world of misinformation and learn valuable techniques for detecting fake news.
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In our digital age, being able to discern fact from fiction is a crucial skill.
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So what is fake news?
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Fake news refers to false or misleading information presented as if it were true.
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It can take various forms including misleading headlines, fabricated stories, and manipulated images or videos.
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Of course fake news can have severe consequences from misleading the public on critical issues to creating discord in society. It's essential to be aware of its prevalence and potential impact. Let's examine five red flags that can help you identify fake news.
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First is to be skeptical.
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Sensational headlines that are overly dramatic or emotional are red flags.
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Genuine news reports tend to be more objective.
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Second is to check the source. Investigate the credibility of the source. Reliable news outlets adhere to journalistic standards.
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Third is to verify the date. Sometimes old news is presented as current events so check the publication date.
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Fourth is to cross reference information.
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Confirm the facts by checking multiple sources.
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If a story appears only on one site be cautious.
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The fifth is look for biases.
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Be aware of bias in reporting.
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Balance news presents multiple perspectives.
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Fact-checking websites like Snopes, PolitiFact, and Factcheck.org can be invaluable tools maybe you've heard of some of them?
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They investigate and verify the accuracy of new stories helping you separate fact from fiction.
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Reverse image searches are another powerful tool.
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For example you can use Google Images to find the original source of an image and check if it's been manipulated.
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Social media is a common breeding ground for fake news be cautious about sharing information without verifying it first.
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Rumors can spread pretty quickly.
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Critical thinking is really your best defense against fake news ask yourself does the story sound too good or too bad to be true.
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Is the source reliable?
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Are other credible news outlets reporting the same information?
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Have I fact-checked the claims?
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Remember to always critically think when it comes to finding out reliable information.
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Fake news is a pervasive issue in today's digital world but with the right tools and mindset you can protect yourself and others from falling victim to misinformation.
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