Facebook, Tiktok, Twitter tackle coronavirus fake news

Facebook says it will limit the spread of false information about the coronavirus by removing "false claims or conspiracy theories". In a blog post, Facebook said it would use its existing fact-checkers to review and expose misinformation. The firm also said it would notify individuals who had shared or were trying to share information that had been flagged as false. Facebook said it was focusing on "claims that are designed to discourage treatment" including posts about false cures. One post from the Philippines advised Facebook users to "keep your throat moist" and avoid spicy food to avoid becoming infected with the...