Social media drops fact-checking for community moderation. Was true fact-checking ever realistic? ‘False-checking’ may be a more honest and achievable goal.

A recent opinion piece by Doug Rainey, published on Delaware Business Now, examines the possibility of restarting the Indian River Power Plant. Situated close to Delaware’s southern coastline, the plant’s potential reactivation has become a topic of discussion following a decision made during the Trump administration. The article, categorized as a “My Take,” provides a perspective on this developing situation. Delaware Business Now encourages audience participation, featuring a comment section for readers to share their thoughts. This section allows for both logged-in and anonymous posting, includes emoji selection, operates under community guidelines for moderation, and offers users the options to "Watch" or "Stop Watching" the ongoing conversation. To stay informed, readers can also subscribe to the website’s newsletter. For those interested in local happenings, a link to the “Local Events” section is provided. Account features allow users to save articles and actively engage with the platform.

The Double-Edged Sword of Digital Freedom We've all heard the pitch. A new digital town square, free from the whims of capricious CEOs and opaque algorithms. A place where your…

The Farragut Board approved an amended social‑media policy 3–1 on Feb. 12 after public commenters raised First Amendment concerns and board members pressed for clearer procedures and an appeals path; the policy was changed to allow the town to disable comments on certain posts, including public‑safety notices.