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We're a nonprofit, nonpartisan project teaching millions of Americans how to sort fact from fiction online. Run by @poynter 🤳🏾🔎

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4 days
The AI-generated trampoline bunnies have hopped into everybody’s feed, and something about them tricked a lot of people. Here’s how we took a step back to spot the clues that this video was too cute to be true. 🐇#medialiteracy #aivideo #factcheck #trampolinebunnies
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People online are claiming there are giant human-sized birds in Peru, and the comments are wild. Is it a person in a bird suit… or an actual Andean condor? 🧐.I paused to take a screenshot and do a reverse image search. What would you do? #medialiteracy #factcheck #peru #condor
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Yes, we know the memes are getting old, but we too have a Coldplay kiss-cam update. Did Andy Byron’s wife REALLY post that “formal statement” addressing the situation? Teen fact-checker Sophia reads upstream and finds… it’s NOT legit. Verify before you share! #coldplay #concert
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28 days
Did you see the viral clip of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis saying it’s okay to hit protesters with your car? Not exactly what he said. A viral clip leaves out key context. When it comes to free speech and public safety, one hot take doesn’t tell the whole story.🚗💥🧐
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Did John Hancock really sign the Declaration big enough for the King to see it without his glasses? Our team of Shane, Amaris, & Tyler fact-check this old legend for this Fourth of July. 👀✒️
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Can you tell what’s real and what’s not?.Join @Poynter, @MediaWise and @dcpubliclibrary in D.C. for a week of free public events about how news is made and how we make sense of it. 🗓️ June 25–July 2.📍 MLK Jr. Memorial Library and more.
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Unfortunately due to challenges with the heat wave in DC, today’s program will be cancelled. You can still access great media literacy content by visiting our Moments of Truth exhibit that is popping up around DC. Check out more info here:
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2 months
Everyone assumes Juneteenth marked the freedom for slaves, but it was more complicated than just that. That’s why our MediaWise fact-checkers are here to share how they uncovered the facts behind the history that shaped us. #Juneteenth #TFCN
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2 months
👑 Is The King really stepping off the court for good? A viral TikTok video claims LeBron James announced his retirement after Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, but is it fact or just a flashy fake out? Let’s break it down. 🏀🕵️‍♂️ #LeBronJames #NBA #RetirementRumors
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MediaWise recently took part in EducaMídia’s third annual media literacy conference in Brasília. Congratulations to the entire team! @pretinhasleitoras @CommonSense @patriciablanco1 @mariochs @mariana_mandelli @molapus
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2 months
Did they really say that? When famous people fight, the whole internet seems to jump in. Make sure you know what's actually being said by going back to the primary source!
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2 months
Good news! We've extended our deadline! Please fill out our form at so that you're ensured a chance at earning a spot on our team this coming fall!
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2 months
🚨 Student Journalists, Assemble 🚨.🎥 YouTube hosts, 🎬 video editors, 📱 TikTok pros : we want you on the MediaWise TFCN team. Apps close May 31, so don’t pull a “I’ll do it later” and miss out 😬 #MediaWise #ApplyBeforeItVanishesLikeYourMotivation
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2 months
FE!N on blast, fire raging, comments thinking it’s Marvel or Midjourney. Real or AI? Let’s hit pause and find out. #TFCN #midjourney #MarvelRivals
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2 months
At the Teen Fact-Checking Network we teach media literacy while fact-checking, and we also get to work with some pretty cool people. Today’s topic: Meet MediaWise ambassador Kelsey Russell! If you’d like to apply, find the application here: #TFCN
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3 months
Is corporal punishment making a comeback? Nooo! Do us a favor, be an A+ student and double-check that before you share it. #factcheck #corporalpunishment #tfcn
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3 months
Join the @mediawise Teen Fact-Checking Network! We’re looking for middle & high school students interested in creating TikTok and YouTube videos teaching media literacy! APPLY NOW! .
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3 months
Interested in being a teen fact-checker and want to learn more about how our ratings sytem works? Watch as we show you what the Teen Fact-Checking Network does and why it matters. And if it sounds like you, find the application link here:
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Join the MediaWise Teen Fact-Checking Network! We’re looking for middle & high school students interested in creating TikTok and YouTube videos teaching media literacy! APPLY NOW! .
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3 months
Everyone thought it was Kanye doing Kanye things, but plot twist, it was actually another rapper in a box. It is “What It Is”. Classic Met Gala mysteries. #MetGala #MetGala2025 #KanyeWest #mystery
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