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A technique used by fact-checkers to verify information by opening multiple independent tabs to see what credible outlets, databases, and public records say.

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Feb 3, 2026

What methods do fact‑checkers use to trace the origin of viral rumors about public figures’ families?

Fact‑checkers tracing the origin of about public figures’ families combine classic reporting — contacting sources and seeking original documents — with digital verification techniques like , reverse‑i...

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