Facebook launches resource to help spot fake news

Facebook launches resource to help spot fake news

 Facebook on Thursday ramped up its fight against "fake news" by adding tips on how to tell when shared stories are bogus.

An initiative being launched in the US, France and a dozen other countries added an educational tool in an "awareness display" in news feeds at the leading online social network.

"By clicking on the awareness display located at the top of their news feed, users will be able to access a dedicated area that includes tips for identifying and reporting false information," Facebook  said in a blog post.

Tips included checking website addresses along with searching out other sources or articles on topics. "Promoting a critical reading of information is a priority," California-based Facebook said.