Discover how to spot fake news and detect misinformation, disinformation and more with these media literacy tips.

Looking back, it’s hard to believe so few questioned the made-up stories, but like Iraq and so many other wars, the media played their role in propelling the fake news.

Apr 2, 2025 · Stay informed with the latest news, video, live updates and expert analysis about Fake News from across the BBC.

Fake news stories in the old sense, plus misleading headlines, are presented among other stories by news aggregators or political sites, for financial or political gain.

Dec 14, 2016 · Craig Silverman of BuzzFeed News has spent years studying media inaccuracy. He explains how false stories during the presidential campaign were spread on Facebook and …

Dec 26, 2023 · From deceptive claims about international aid to false stories surrounding historic events, here is a selection of fake news that dominated the digital landscape.

Viral Fake News Stories Debunked for 2025: What’s NOT Happening In the digital age, the spread of fake news has become a significant concern, with numerous fabricated stories …

Jul 6, 2017 · In late December, FactCheck.org agreed to help identify and label viral fake news stories flagged by Facebook users. We are one of several organizations that are part of …