We're well over halfway through 2026 and it's not been a quiet one where news is concerned.
But that doesn't stop some fake stories cropping up to distract us from the real ones.
Think you've got what it takes to spot the genuine stories over those that have been fabricated? Have a go at our fake news quiz of the year, made up of questions from our previous monthly editions. How many do you remember?
This article was published in August 2026
Not sure if the news you’re seeing on social media is true or false? Can you always tell if the things you see online are real or fake?
Learn how to get the other side of the story with our quizzes, videos and explainers about media skills and viral trends including popular food myths.
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Other Side of the Story
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