The Evolution and Impact of Fake News
Words: 735 Pages: 2 6878Following the 2016 United States presidential elections, 'fake news' emerged as a powerful phenomenon, particularly dominating social media platforms.However, its roots trace back much further, reflecting a long-standing tradition of sensational and exploitative journalism practices known as yellow journalism, which emerged in the late 19th century. Claire Fallon of the Huffington Post notes that before "fake news" became the catchphrase it is today, English speakers referred to it as "false news." This terminology shift signals not only a change in […]