Jay explores fake news and how to spot it with his 5 top tips.
5 tips to deal with dodgy news stories online
1. Don't believe the hype
Fake news is often designed to be shared far and wide, so just because a lot of people are sharing it, that doesn't mean it's necessarily true.
2. Cross-reference the source
Do you know the website? Do they give sources for their information and have you heard of them and trust them?
3. Think about what you see
Fake news stories often have eye-catching images or sensational headlines - think about it, are they just trying to grab attention?
4. Question what the purpose is
Think about why someone might have written the story. Could they be looking to stir up trouble or misinformation?
5. Think before you share
If you have any suspicion about what you're reading, help stop the spread of fake news by not hitting the share button.
Do you want to find out more about how to tell truth from lies? Then check out The Horrible Histories’ song and tips on fake news.
And try this quiz to see if you can spot lies online.
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