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Snopestionary: What Is ‘Troll Bait’?

A quick primer on troll bait and why you shouldn't take it.

We’re launching ‘OnTheIssues’ Today

Snopes kicks off election year with the launch of a newsletter to demystify/debunk politics with...

Snopestionary: Misinformation vs. Disinformation

Both words refer to false information, but one type is more insidious than the other.

What We Learned This Year, and What’s Next for Snopes

Revisit some unforgettable moments with our recap of 2021, and get caught up on the...

No, Amazon Didn’t Fire Workers Who Didn’t Clock Out After Getting Buried in Rubble

The claim originated on a website known for satirizing current events.

Snopes Looks Back on Eventful Year, Prepares for Upcoming Trial

Our fact-checking team has been energized by court victories, including penalties ordered against our opponents.

Snopes Tips: Honing Your Search Skills

How to harness the power of search engines to find the information you want.

Snopestionary: What Does ‘Shadow-Ban’ Mean?

Sometimes the reason no one seems to be reading your social media posts is that...

Snopes Tips: Identifying the ‘Right’ Results in a Search Engine

Vigilance is the order of the day.

4 Quick Tips for Avoiding Misinformation in a Pandemic

Making sure to not spread misinformation during COVID-19 is a responsibility we all share.

No, the AMA Didn’t Revoke Sen. Rand Paul’s Ophthalmology License

An online source described the alleged revocation of Paul's medical license as "permanent."

Was Sha’Carri Richardson Replaced by Anti-Drug Mormon Rebecca Washington?

More importantly, does an Olympic runner named Rebecca Washington even exist?