Explained in plain English

What is investigative journalism?

Investigative journalism is when reporters dig deep into a topic, often exposing hidden truths or wrongdoings, rather than just reporting daily news. In this story, The Independent’s investigation uncovered how AI-generated far-right videos were spreading on Facebook, despite being flagged, showing how crucial this kind of journalism is for holding powerful platforms accountable.

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Facebook ignores AI-generated far-right UK videos with millions of views

Questions this opens up

How do journalists investigate? Why is it important? What are ethical rules?

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