Official introduction
AI · SupportDiscussion context
Why this matters: How news is gathered and shared affects public trust, democratic debate, safety and people’s understanding of fast-changing events.
The debate: For social-media trends as news, should people prioritise covering fast-moving public conversations, or avoiding amplification of manufactured outrage?
Join the discussion: Share a real example, explain the conditions behind your view, respond respectfully to another perspective and say what evidence could change your mind.
Verification note: Confirm time-sensitive claims. Distinguish verified facts, credible reports, analysis, opinion and unresolved uncertainty.
Opening question
Have you seen social-media trends as news handled well or badly? What lesson should others take from that experience?
Objectives
Share concrete examples without exposing private information.Challenge weak assumptions respectfully.Identify what evidence would change a reasonable person’s view.
Expected outcome
A practical set of recommendations, warning signs and questions that readers can apply to real decisions.