More than 450,000 people infected and 21,000 dead: COVID-19 is without a doubt one of the greatest threats humanity has ever faced. It has been more than two months since the first infection came to light, and we still have not found a cure for this pandemic.
How to spot fake news, false coronavirus claims, and manipulated videos
Except for the emergency services, all offices and workplaces are closed, and all authorities are urging us to stay indoors. It is a crisis like no other, and yet there are some evil forces working tirelessly to cash in on our fear.
Fake news and fake stories may not cause you physical harm, but they can take a toll on your mental health, especially during such trying times. So, it is of utmost importance to debunk fake news, and in this piece, we will do our best to teach you the art of it.
This is the most basic rule you should follow: don’t believe everything you read on the internet. Unless you get it from the authorities – official accounts only – who are in charge of fighting the pandemic, or from trusted news sources, you should throw it out without hesitation.
