MANILA, Philippines — Sharing fake news online is a sin that needs absolution. The gravity of the offense diminishes if netizens are not aware that they are sharing fake news. ADVERTISEMENTTwo scholars of theology are sounding this warning as concern grows about the prevalence of fake news, especially in the run-up to the May 9 elections. “Consensus or collective tolerance in the family or society doesn’t make spreading fake news right.”With Holy Week nigh, a number of diocesan priests used the homily to warn about the evils of fake news. Daniel Voltaire Hui, parochial vicar of Quiapo Church, cautioned the faithful against being complacent to fake news.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 09, 2022 21:42 UTC