Severe scrutiny of two major papers, including one about the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine, is part of science's normal process of self-correction.

The 2016 election has forced an ethical examination of the role of journalists: Are they neutral disseminators of information, or impassioned advocates for truth?

While consuming online misinformation cuts trust in mainstream news media, for some, it actually boosts trust in the federal government.

Experts offer guidelines and tools to keep you from falling prey to COVID-19 myths and lies, including those in doctored videos and memes.

Scientific results are being rushed out quicker than ever to fight coronavirus. Here's what you need to know about preprints, peer review and the difference between the two.

The "third-person effect" may account for why people think they aren't as influenced by fake news as other people, researchers say.

Journalists face a conundrum when covering disinformation, propaganda, and hacked info. A new guide can help avoid amplifying junk.

Artificial intelligence news coverage, particularly around the ethics of AI, could use a few tweaks, a new analysis of media outlets indicates.

"Those people with the greatest concerns continue to seek out more media coverage, which may create a cycle of distress."