MANILA, Philippines — Fake news travels faster than real news, according to a 2018 study of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Now, those engaged in spreading fake news are “moving faster than the [new corona] virus itself,” Malacañang said on Monday. “Those who spread fake news should have themselves disinfected,” Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea said in a text message. ‘You are not helping’The fake message made the rounds on social media on Sunday night. Tips to stop fake newsDeliberate efforts to mislead can endanger public health, sow confusion and fear, and prevent important information from reaching people during a crisis.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 23, 2020 20:48 UTC