This Is So Strange...But Wonderful....

[Navy]

Never seen anything like it....

https://www.facebook.com/reel/4321109238111827

[ImStillMags Mags]

very clever animator.....with a wonderful imagination

[Lobo]

Cool!

That's what Facebook ought to be for.

[Navy]

I think facebook can cover anything people feel the need to put out there. Yeah...you have to wade through some crap. But I love it. I've learned a lot. 

This is just one awesome thing I've come across....so much out there to see and connect with. 
I don't spend all my time seeking out political content. My interests are fuller than just that.

[Lobo]

<< I think facebook can cover anything people feel the need to put out there. Yeah...you have to wade through some crap. But I love it. I've learned a lot.   >>

The word "feel" just about covers it. On Facebook, facts and journalism-based news are dependent on how one "feels" about them, not on how factual they are.

What you and others "learn" from FB is based not on facts or news or what actually is, but on what its algorithms decide you'll want to hear, as filtered through other FB people.

Zuckerberg makes most of his billions from people on the right, but he's not above doing the same thing with people on the left. But in either direction, what people "learn" from Facebook (and similar sites) -- a lot of BS that people want to be true, occasionally mixed in with just enough half-truths to lend it an air of reliability -- is just not credible, and can often be dangerously misleading.

AI Overview

No, Facebook is generally not considered a reliable source of information

. It is an open platform where anyone can post content, meaning information is largely unfiltered and not subject to the professional fact-checking standards of legitimate news organizations. 

Key reasons for the unreliability of Facebook as an information source include:

• Widespread Misinformation and Disinformation: Numerous studies have found high levels of false or misleading information on the platform, which often receives significantly more engagement (likes, shares) than factual news.
• User-Generated Content: Much of the content is shared by individual users, who may lack journalistic standards or post deliberate lies, hoaxes, or opinions masquerading as facts.
• Algorithmic Biases: Facebook's algorithm is designed to show users content they are likely to engage with, which can create echo chambers and confirmation bias, further reinforcing existing beliefs and limiting exposure to diverse, factual perspectives.
• Lack of Quality Assurance: The platform does not guarantee the accuracy of information shared on it. While Facebook has implemented third-party fact-checking programs, the sheer volume of content makes comprehensive review difficult, and these programs may be subject to change.
• Visual Misinformation: Images and videos are a significant source of misinformation, as they can be easily doctored or shared without the original context. 

How to Evaluate Information Found on Facebook

Because reliable sources often have official pages on Facebook, you should not dismiss all information on the platform entirely, but instead exercise critical thinking. Use the following steps to verify information: 

• Check the source: Determine who posted the information. Is it a verified, reputable news organization with a history of factual reporting (e.g., the BBC, The Wall Street Journal, or the Associated Press) or a random user or sketchy website?.
• Read past the headline: Headlines and snippets can be misleading or taken out of context. Click through and read the full article before making a judgment or sharing.
• Cross-check the information: Verify the claim with other, independent, and authoritative news sources. A lack of coverage from multiple reputable outlets is a major red flag.
• Check your emotions: Content designed to evoke a strong emotional reaction (outrage, excitement) is often a sign of sensationalism or clickbait rather than objective reporting.
• Look for expert sources: When dealing with specific topics like health or science, look for information that cites professionals, government health organizations, or peer-reviewed studies (e.g., those found on the National Institutes of Health website.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

[Navy]

I'm gonna do what I enjoy. And you can't tell me it's all fake.