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Misinformation about illicit drugs is spreading on social media – and the consequences could be dangerous
The conversation https://theconversation.com/misinformation-about-illicit-drugs-is-spreading-on-social-media-and-the-consequences-could-be-dangerous-146637 In this article it talks about how the misinformation about illicit drugs like fentanyl are spreading around causing many issues and concern to peoples health. One of the myths is that you can overdose by even touching a small amount of fentanyl. This disinformation has been spreading across social media causing a…
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Woman hospitalized after touching dollar bill she believes contained fentanyl
Allen, Courtney. “Woman hospitalized after touching dollar bill she believes contained fentanyl.” WSMV, 11 July 2022, https://www.wsmv.com/2022/07/12/couple-says-they-picked-up-fentanyl-laced-dollar-bill-local-medical-experts-weigh/. Accessed 1 April 2024. https://www.wsmv.com/2022/07/12/couple-says-they-picked-up-fentanyl-laced-dollar-bill-local-medical-experts-weigh/ This article states a woman was hospitalized after touching a dollar bill that she believes contained fentanyl. This is considered to be misinformation because the claimed powder was unknown, and was proved not…
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Misinformation about the Israel-Hamas war is flooding social media. Here are the facts
https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-gaza-misinformation-fact-check-e58f9ab8696309305c3ea2bfb269258e This item provides a numerous amount of sources that expounds the misconceptions caused by the disinformation that misrepresented the actual narrative and facts of the conflict. The Israeli government and its citizens would share false information to their social media feeds in attempt of victimizing themselves and labeling Hamas as the aggressors.
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The online information war over fake content linked to Israel-Hamas conflict
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-online-information-war-over-fake-content-linked-to-israel-hamas-conflict This item provides a complete research on the Hamas and Israel war throughout the first three months of conflict. There are lots of false or wrongly labeled things about the conflict that have been seen by many people online. These analysts found video evidence and statements made from the Israeli government that discredit the…
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How did the coronavirus outbreak start?
Betz, B. (2020, January 30). How did the coronavirus outbreak start? Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/health/how-did-the-coronavirus-outbreak-start https://www.foxnews.com/health/how-did-the-coronavirus-outbreak-start This article explains how the virus was suspected to be spread from a seafood market that traded animals including; bats, rabbits, birds, and snakes. It was to be believed that the coronavirus was spread from these animals. At this time…
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Kate Middletons’ “Death”
“TikTok – Make Your Day.” Www.tiktok.com, 11 Mar. 2024, www.tiktok.com/@jennalee2017/video/7345081844120964394. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024. https://www.tiktok.com/@jennalee2017/video/7345081844120964394 Kate Middleton's withdrawal from the public view has led to speculation regarding her whereabouts and well-being. In the swirl of social media, a rumor has emerged, suggesting her death. A recent statement from Kate Middleton's legal team, including one of…
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Dangerous Solar Eclipse
Mac’s, T. (2024, March 16). Warning declared.. why is everyone worried about april 8: My personal opinion. YouTube. https://youtu.be/q-1nFNljL-g?si=HiaFwshGtpu5hpQl https://youtu.be/q-1nFNljL-g?si=HiaFwshGtpu5hpQl The creator of this video expresses concern over unusual preparations and emergency declarations for the upcoming Solar Eclipse on April 8th. Officials in various states, including Ohio and Texas, have declared states of emergency, and…
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Trailer of Area 51 movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg1Jt2Ft6xg In this movie trailer it shows the dangers and mysteries of Area 51 and how many think that they are aliens being discovered and people being experiment on on that site. This trailer Justifies conspiracy theories because it shows how many do believe in this and how hard it is to it not rapidly…
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Yeti and Bigfoot : Are they real ?
"The legends of Yeti and Bigfoot have been around for decades – even centuries, and I remember my early exposure to the Yeti story following the first ascent of Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha) by Tenzing Norgay " https://www.rewild.org/news/yeti-and-bigfoot-are-they-real In this article it discusses the concept of what people over the years have thought of the yeti…
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Accessing to a “Truer Truth”: Conspiracy and Figurative Reasoning From Covid-19 to the Russia-Ukraine War.
Terracciano, Bianca. "Accessing to a 'Truer Truth': Conspiracy and Figurative Reasoning From Covid-19 to the Russia-Ukraine War." Media and Communication, vol. 11, no. 2, Apr. 2023, pp. 64+. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A750325955/AONE?u=sunyo_main&sid=bookmark-AONE&xid=6a815135. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024. https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A750325955/AONE?u=sunyo_main&sid=bookmark-AONE&xid=6a815135 This article explores the concept of accessing a "truer truth" through conspiracy theories and figurative reasoning, using the…
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