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Journalists evaluate the source's expertise, reputation, and potential biases before trusting their information.

Journalists look for multiple sources to confirm the same fact to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Journalists check if the information is current, relevant, and has not been superseded by more recent data.

Journalists examine arguments and statements for logical fallacies that may indicate unsound or deceptive reasoning.

Journalists analyze the data underlying statistical claims to determine their validity and relevance.

Journalists reach out to subject matter experts to confirm the accuracy of technical claims and details.

Journalists review original documents or reports to verify the veracity of the claims made by sources.

Journalists use tools to verify the claimed location of images, videos, or events to ensure they match the story.

Journalists verify the when, where, and what of events by cross-referencing multiple sources.

Journalists check the author’s credentials and past work to determine their authority and trustworthiness.

Journalists use technical tools to check the specifics of technical information, codes, or processes reported.

Journalists ensure that dates and timelines mentioned in the sources are accurate and consistent.

Journalists scrutinize videos for signs of editing, manipulations, or out-of-context usage.

Journalists ensure that quotes attributed to individuals are accurate and taken in the correct context.

Journalists utilize specialized fact-checking websites like Snopes, FactCheck.org or PolitiFact to confirm claims.

Journalists research a person's history, criminal record, former statements, or affiliations for comprehensiveness and accuracy.

Journalists assess the potential biases in the reporting and sourcing of information to present a balanced view.

Journalists analyze audio recordings to detect edits, voice modifications, or any signs of manipulation.

Journalists analyze images using digital tools to assess if they have been altered or manipulated.

Journalists scrutinize how a study or poll was conducted to assess its credibility and relevance.

Journalists authenticate the originality of news sources and avoid circular reporting where news outlets cite one another without independent verification.

Journalists use reverse image search tools to trace the origins of an image and verify its authenticity.

Journalists review the article content to ensure headlines accurately reflect the body's information and don't mislead readers.

Journalists are aware of their own confirmation biases and actively seek out information that challenges their preconceptions.