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A global survey found that more and more Australians get their news through social media instead of news websites.
Currently, 26% of people mainly use social media to watch the news, surpassing those who use news websites.
Many people’s trust in the news has declined; one-third say they no longer believe the news.
People are also very worried about fake news online, especially on Facebook and TikTok.
Although Facebook is still the most commonly used social media platform for news, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are becoming increasingly popular, especially among young people who like to watch news on TikTok.
Many people say they sometimes avoid the news because it makes them feel bad or they find the news untrustworthy.
The survey also found that people who have received news literacy education are better at distinguishing real from fake news and also enjoy watching the news more.
Experts believe that everyone should learn how to judge the truthfulness of news so they can better understand the world.