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Dec 10, 2025 · A guide to discerning fake news sources, including articles, videos, and links to other resources.

A look at what didn't happen this week. The Associated Press investigates some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week, and lays out the facts.

Nov 29, 2023 · Misinformation spreads differently on social media than on legacy media such as television, radio, and newspapers. Mainstream news outlets tend to have robust safeguards in …

Oct 10, 2025 · Tracking misinformation, propaganda, fact checking and fake news from across the political spectrum.

Misinformation in U.S. Politics Times reporters are tracking the spread of misleading information, lies and conspiracy theories in the 2024 elections. Have a tip about misinformation? Let us know.

Feb 22, 2021 · Unprecedented national news events, a sharp and sometimes hostile political divide, and polarized news streams created a ripe environment for misinformation and made …

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