Where is he from? What is missing? How do you feel? These are the three questions Facebook recommends asking yourself before sharing news. The initiative is part of the fight against fake news undertaken by the Menlo Park company which - during the pandemic - has intensified its efforts. The goal is to raise awareness among users on the subject and provide small tools to make informed decisions.
For Facebook, therefore, there are three main questions to ask to be fully aware of what we are sharing. We remind you that the problem does not only concern false news, but also those news that were taken after some time totally out of context. News that, even if verified, can contribute to create a distorted image of reality.
The first question "Where is he from?" invites the user to inquire about the source. Facebook recommends that you collect information about the source if you don't know it, search for it if it's not explicitly mentioned, and pay attention to details (URLs, errors, graphics). In fact, fake news dissemination sites very often take up the style of the most authoritative sources.
The question "What is missing?" it should prompt the user to go beyond the title. Reading the entire article provides more information and elements. Useful details to understand if it is a real news, a fake news or a news out of context. The invitation is to also check what other sources and official services report.
The third step "How do you feel?" it's about emotions. Facebook remembers how those who build fake news try to manipulate the emotions of users by arousing anger, indignation and concern but also hope (such as miracle cures). It is also necessary to analyze the satirical elements (which often may not be understood) in order to understand if it is satire or real news.
In short, the efforts of Facebook continue, which is trying to raise awareness among its users and offer useful tools. During the pandemic, for example, it was launched a service for the immediate verification of the news received. It is called Facta and allows you to immediately verify the validity of information simply by sending a message to the relative number (+39 345 6022504).
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