Arrr, me hearties! Word has it that Twitter and X be makin' gold from spreadin' false tales 'bout Israel-Hamas skirmish!
2023-11-25
Arr, me hearties! NewsGuard hath released a tale of 200 advertisements on the platform known as Twitter, from 86 grand brands, governments, noble charities, and schools. These ads be found next to viral posts full of falsehoods 'bout the Israel-Hamas war. Scholars did study 30 posts, viewed by a staggering 92 million, from ten scoundrels who be repeatin' lies 'bout the clash. They claim that on the seventh day of October, the treacherous Hamas...
Arrr, me hearties! NewsGuard, the fine folks who be keepin' watch o'er the treacherous seas of misinformation, have just released a report that be makin' waves. They found that on the ol' Twitter platform, 200 advertisements from 86 well-known brands, governments, non-profits, and learned institutions were sailin' alongside viral posts spreadin' falsehoods 'bout the Israel-Hamas war.Now, these clever analysts took a closer look at 30 posts that had a grand total of 92 million views. These posts bein' spread by ten notorious scallywags who be known for their habit of spreadin' misinformation 'bout the conflict. Some of the claims they be makin' include that the Oct. 7 Hamas...
But fear not, me mates! NewsGuard be keepin' a sharp eye on these tricksters, makin' sure we don't fall prey to their deceitful ways. They be helpin' us separate fact from fiction, steerin' us clear of the treacherous waters of misinformation. With their trusty red ratings, they be warnin' us of the dangers that lurk in the depths of the internet.
So, next time ye be scrollin' through Twitter, keep an eye out for NewsGuard's trusty green and red badges. They be guidin' ye through the stormy seas of fake news, protectin' ye from the clutches of those scurvy dogs who be spreadin' misinformation. Arrr, fair winds and clear skies to ye all!