People today have access to a vast array of informational resources, ranging from online search engines like Google and social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, to simple mailing lists and WhatsApp groups. However, the abundance of information available can make it challenging to handle. Unfortunately, with the increase in information load and sources, there has also been a rise in the distribution of fake news and conspiracy theories. While fake news and propaganda have always existed, the emergence of new information sources has changed the ways in which they are distributed, highlighting the importance of finding ways to protect people from false information and theories.
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