exploring misinformation in the media
“With the internet moving away from fact-checking, it’s creating a dangerous platform where people can be misinformed more often than they may think. If truth were to be restored on the internet, fact-checking must be reinforced—not just by companies, but by internet users. The internet should be a place where truth is prioritized over attention.”
— from “The Truth in Crisis” by Sanjan Ameresh
What’s With All the Death?
Our society is addicted to scrolling. Whether it be on Instagram, X, or TikTok, it’s always a guarantee to see someone's finger continuously moving up and down their screen. While this is an issue in our world, it appears the bigger issue is what exactly people are watching on their phones: death.
THE CONTENT
The Truth is in Crisis
Not long ago, the internet was seen as a resource to seek truth. It had instant access to information, and fact-checking became an important part of the internet. But in recent years, fact-checking has not been prioritized as much as it used to be, which causes misinformation to spread. Social media platforms have taken back their efforts, and internet users are growing more skeptical of fact-checkers. As a result, the internet is moving toward a post-truth era where engagement is more important than the truth.
Is Print News Dead
The world once woke to the rustling of newsprint, the scent of ink lingering on crisp pages, and the quiet weight of a fresh newspaper resting on doorsteps—tossed there by the sure hand of a neighborhood paperboy. In bustling cities, men in fedoras and women in neat dresses fished coins from their pockets…