Five quick checks
- Who wrote it, and what do they gain?
- When was it published or updated?
- Does it cite a source you can open?
- Do other independent sources agree?
- Is it trying to make you angry or rushed?
Prefer primary sources
Read the original study, the law itself, or the manufacturer's manual when you can. Summaries drop the details that matter.
Keep a short list
Bookmark a few sources you trust for each topic and start there next time.