Social media allows information to reach millions of people within minutes, but false or misleading claims can spread just as rapidly. Platforms must therefore balance reducing harmful misinformation with protecting users’ ability to express opinions, discuss controversial issues, and make mistakes. Meta and TikTok, two of the largest platforms, have adopted different strategies. In the […]

Has the Cost of Living Really Increased That Much Since 2020?In recent years, I have frequently heard claims that the cost of living in the United States has increased substantially since 2020. One claim that drew my attention stated that prices had risen by approximately 25 percent during that period. Initially, this figure appeared plausible […]

RumorGuard For the first part of this assignment, I explored RumorGuard. RumorGuard is a resource developed by the News Literacy Project that assists individuals in identifying and assessing misinformation. It examines information using five criteria: authenticity, source, evidence, context, and reasoning. By focusing on these aspects, users are encouraged to research information further, rather than […]