About this channel
What the channel posts
Maldito Bulo is the fact-checking desk of Spanish outlet Maldita, and this official channel shares its work. Posts explain why a viral video, image or claim is false, misleading or taken out of context: footage shot elsewhere or at another time, misread documents, twisted figures. Each check is illustrated and points to the full analysis.
The channel also warns about scam attempts by text message or messaging apps and publishes in-depth pieces on health, food and how online platforms work. A round-up message regularly highlights five topics worth knowing about, sometimes on weekdays and sometimes at the weekend. Overall, the pace is one to three posts a day, all in Spanish.
Who it is for
It is useful for anyone in Spain who receives dubious content on social media or messaging apps and wants to know whether it can be trusted, as well as teachers and journalists who keep an eye on disinformation.
Good to know
Fact-checks often deal with sensitive news topics. The outlet regularly asks readers for support through membership or donations. Before sharing a doubtful story, you can search the feed to see whether it has already been checked.