Severe Winter Weather Hits Southern US
Jan-07-2025 - The next round of bitter cold is set to envelop the southern United States on Tuesday after the first significant winter storm of the year blasted a huge swath of the country with ice, snow, and bitterly cold winds.
Impacts of the Winter Storm
The winter storm brought heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and gusty winds to states like Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Many areas experienced power outages, dangerous road conditions, and school closures due to the extreme weather.
Meta's Fact-Checking Program Changes
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, announced that it is ending its fact-checking program in the United States. The company is replacing it with a new feature called "Community Notes," which will allow users to add context to posts that they believe contain misinformation.
Reasons Behind the Change
Meta stated that the decision to end its fact-checking program was made to empower users to take more control over the content they see on the platform. By allowing users to provide additional context through "Community Notes," Meta aims to foster a more collaborative approach to combating misinformation.
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