5 Ways to Spot and Stop the Spread of Misinformation This April Fool's Day
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Slow down and stop when you encounter information that seems questionable, then investigate the source and find other coverage.
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Consider who is sharing the information - is it from a credible source and context? This is trickier on April Fool's when jokes may come from verified accounts.
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See what others are saying by doing "lateral reading." Check comments and other coverage to see if a claim is being debated.
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Try to track down the original image or video using reverse image searches to see if the media is manipulated or misattributed.
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Amplify questionable info cautiously. Don't spread potential misinfo. Help amplify corrections and fact-checks instead.