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Disinformation: What is “Fake News” and how to spot it

Disinformation: What is “Fake News” and how to spot it

Ella Morley

Fake news or disinformation is a common term heard nowadays but what does it actually mean? 

Fake news is spread of false or misleading information with the deliberate intention of deceiving the readers. Unfortunately, sometimes when we read these items it is so convincing that many of us fall into the trap of believing what we have read and inevitably share it with others. 

It is important to keep your eyes peeled to avoid becoming a victim of disinformation or fake news.
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