One of the oldest debunking sites on the Internet, Snopes.com focuses on urban legends, news stories and memes. the also cite their sources at the end of each debunking.
While focused primarily on political facts, it covers specific claims in-depth and with plenty of cross-referencing.
How To Be Media Literate
Be curious
Independently verify the source (by performing a separate search) and independently verify the information (through mainstream news sources and fact-checking sites). Check out the "How to Fact-Check like a Pro" infographic on this same page to learn how to independently verify sources and information.
Be reflective
If you have an immediate emotional reaction to a news article or source: pause, reflect, investigate. Exciting an emotional reaction is a primary goal of fake news producers. Do not be part of a viral fake news spiral!
Actively investigate your news sources
Select news sources known for high-quality, investigative reporting. Search these sources directly. Don't settle for web search results or social media news feeds. Social media algorithms are designed to present the news that reinforces your current views, not a balanced view.
Look for in-depth coverage
Look for lengthy articles--long-form reporting--that better capture the complexity of topics and events. One or two paragraphs is not sufficient. Take a look at this article from The Atlantic as an example.
