Fake News

Where has it come from? This news was broadcasted on Mexican television a few years ago, when people didn't have much access to the internet. Who wrote it and who sent it? It was written by the writers of a not very popular Mexican television.  When was it written? It was written around the year 1998. Why was it written? It was written during the time when many immigrants wanted to enter the United States, and because of this desperation, there were many false rumors. How many other sources are telling the same story? There are some other news stories like this one that tell something similar.

How to detect fake news? Here are the best ways to identify fake news. Look for suspicious URLs If the URL ends with '.lo' or '.com.co', there is a low chance that they are legitimate news sites. Examine the design Thoroughly examine the website for spelling or grammar errors, invalid dates, language that doesn't seem like news, or inappropriate and sensationalist images. Do your research The next thing you can do is research the source of the article, the writer, and the sponsors or supporters of the news site. Verify the news Check if the same news is published on other credible news sites or not.