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Fake News: Theoretical Dilemmas, Methodological Aspects and Manifestations in Crisis Communication
ISSN: 2603 - 3801Publisher: author   
Fake News: Theoretical Dilemmas, Methodological Aspects and Manifestations in Crisis Communication
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International Category Code (ICC):
ICC-0202
Publisher: 21st Century Media And Communications St. Cyril And St. Me..
International Journal Address (IAA):
IAA.ZONE/260374893801
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2603 - 3801
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Abstract
The article aims to introduce to the readers the features of fake news, basing itself on theoretical observation. Another goal is to determine if there are grounds to claim that there is creation, broadcasting and distribution of fake content. Some methods for spotting, detecting, recognizing and neutralizing fake news are presented briefly. The relation between fake news and post-truth are described as well. The article also presents examples of fake news regarding the Coronavirus crisis (COVID-19) selected from media, online media and social networks in Bulgaria. Lastly, the article highlights the arguments used while presenting information regarding the plan to overcome the crisis and the prevention of spreading fake news.