The science of fake news gets a boost
Scientists call for studies of fake news. Plus a word about so-called “chemtrails.”
Facebook admits up to 270m users are fake and duplicate accounts
Facebook has admitted that up to 270m accounts on the social network are illegitimate, raising questions over the social network’s integrity as it is under pressure over Russian meddling in elections across the world.
The Earth Is Flat? Check Wikipedia | Jefferson Public Radio
Fake news has been, well, in the news a lot lately. It seems no claim is too absurd to be aired.
The fake news is coming from inside the White House
At last Tuesday’s press briefing, Press Secretary Sean Spicer gave the first question of the day to a “news” outlet you’ve probably never heard of. LifeZette is a website founded by conservative talk radio personality Laura Ingraham
Dan Rather launches gutsy newsgroup to counter fake news & alternative facts
American journalist and esteemed news anchor Dan Rather announced a new social media page in the midst of January’s flying fake news and alternative facts.
North America’s Dirty Energy Superpower Is Going Green
Alberta, home to the tar sands, is about to see a renewable energy boom—and former oil field workers are spearheading the effort.