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Verified websites

How to verify if a news website is legitimate and reliable.

Check the About Us
section

A verified news website should have a clear and detailed description of its editorial policies, ownership, and staff. This information should be easy to find and transparent.
Look for well-known news organizations

That link to the website - If other reputable news organizations regularly link to the website, this can be a sign that the website is verified and reputable.
Check the website's sources and citations

A verified news website should cite sources and provide evidence to back up its reporting. Look for quotes from experts, links to research studies, and other forms of evidence.
Check the About Us
section

A verified news website should have a clear and detailed description of its editorial policies, ownership, and staff. This information should be easy to find and transparent.
Check the website's sources and citations

A verified news website should cite sources and provide evidence to back up its reporting. Look for quotes from experts, links to research studies, and other forms of evidence.

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