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  1. May 2018
  2. nowcheckthis.com nowcheckthis.com
    http://nowcheckthis.com/2017/03/23/confirmed-e-cigarettes-cause-a-horrible-incurable-disease-called-popcorn-lung-worse-than-lung-cancer/
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    1. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      They took 51 different flavored e-cigs and analyzed them. The author, Joseph Allen, along with his team, discovered that at least 1 of 3 top toxins were found in 47 of the e-cigs.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:An experimental study was conducted (natural experiments OK)

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      They took 51 different flavored e-cigs and analyzed them. The author, Joseph Allen, along with his team, discovered that at least 1 of 3 top toxins were found in 47 of the e-cigs.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Diacetyl is a flavouring chemical used in E-cigs which are linked to cases of severe respiratory disease, most notably the incurable condition called “Popcorn Lung.”

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Correlation

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      Diacetyl is a flavouring chemical used in E-cigs which are linked to cases of severe respiratory disease, most notably the incurable condition called “Popcorn Lung.”

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    6. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      In addition to containing varying levels of the addictive substance nicotine, they also contain other cancer-causing chemicals, such as formaldehyde, and as our study shows, flavoring chemicals that can cause lung damage.”

      CredCo Indicator:Inference - Type of Claims

      Question:Is a general or singular causal claim made? Highlight the section(s) that supports your answer.

      Answer:General Causal Claim

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      In addition to containing varying levels of the addictive substance nicotine, they also contain other cancer-causing chemicals, such as formaldehyde, and as our study shows, flavoring chemicals that can cause lung damage.”

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    9. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      CONFIRMED: E-CIGARETTES CAUSE A HORRIBLE INCURABLE DISEASE CALLED ‘POPCORN LUNG’. WORSE THAN LUNG CANCER!

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Yes

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      CONFIRMED: E-CIGARETTES CAUSE A HORRIBLE INCURABLE DISEASE CALLED ‘POPCORN LUNG’. WORSE THAN LUNG CANCER!

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    12. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Allan also noted how scary these findings are as the flavor names of these e-cigs include cotton candy, cupcake, and other flavors which would clearly be attractive to young people.

      CredCo Indicator:Logical Fallacies - Appeal to Fear

      Question:Does the author exaggerate the dangers of a situation and use scare tactics to persuade (the appeal to fear fallacy)?

      Answer:Sort of

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      Allan also noted how scary these findings are as the flavor names of these e-cigs include cotton candy, cupcake, and other flavors which would clearly be attractive to young people.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    18. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      This condition was first noticed in workers in microwave popcorn processing facilities who inhaled the artificial butter flavouring.

      Question:Are any experts, organizations, or studies cited that are separate from the central study quoted in the article? If so, highlight relevant section(s).

      Answer:1

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      This condition was first noticed in workers in microwave popcorn processing facilities who inhaled the artificial butter flavouring.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    19. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      They took 51 different flavored e-cigs and analyzed them. The author, Joseph Allen, along with his team, discovered that at least 1 of 3 top toxins were found in 47 of the e-cigs.

      CredCo Indicator:Citation of Studies

      Question:Highlight each scientific study cited:

      Answer:Scientific Study 1

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      They took 51 different flavored e-cigs and analyzed them. The author, Joseph Allen, along with his team, discovered that at least 1 of 3 top toxins were found in 47 of the e-cigs.

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  3. foodbabe.com foodbabe.com
    https://foodbabe.com/2016/11/15/monsanto/
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      Research also indicates that glyphosate is an endocrine disruptor, which disrupts hormones and leads to reproductive problems, early onset puberty, obesity, diabetes, and some cancers.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:An experimental study was conducted (natural experiments OK)

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      Research also indicates that glyphosate is an endocrine disruptor, which disrupts hormones and leads to reproductive problems, early onset puberty, obesity, diabetes, and some cancers.

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    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Independent research links glyphosate to cancer (sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and it has been deemed a probable human carcinogen by the World Health Organization’s team of international cancer experts.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:An experimental study was conducted (natural experiments OK)

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      Independent research links glyphosate to cancer (sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and it has been deemed a probable human carcinogen by the World Health Organization’s team of international cancer experts.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    4. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Independent research links glyphosate to cancer (sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and it has been deemed a probable human carcinogen by the World Health Organization’s team of international cancer experts.

      CredCo Indicator:Inference - Type of Claims

      Question:Is a general or singular causal claim made? Highlight the section(s) that supports your answer.

      Answer:General Causal Claim

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      Independent research links glyphosate to cancer (sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and it has been deemed a probable human carcinogen by the World Health Organization’s team of international cancer experts.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    5. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Instead of properly regulating, they effectively raised the “safe” level so that no one can blame the industry for poisoning us with unlawful amounts of chemicals. This is corruption at its finest.

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Exaggerated Claims

      Question:Does the author exaggerate any claims? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      Instead of properly regulating, they effectively raised the “safe” level so that no one can blame the industry for poisoning us with unlawful amounts of chemicals. This is corruption at its finest.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    6. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      If you really want to stop the corruption perpetuated by Monsanto and the large chemical companies – this is how we shut them down!

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Yes

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      If you really want to stop the corruption perpetuated by Monsanto and the large chemical companies – this is how we shut them down!

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    7. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Doesn’t the public deserve to know this information? It should be shouted from the rooftops!

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Yes

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      Doesn’t the public deserve to know this information? It should be shouted from the rooftops!

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    8. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Why won’t the EPA do their job to make sure that the world’s most widely used herbicide isn’t causing us all to get cancer?

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Yes

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      Why won’t the EPA do their job to make sure that the world’s most widely used herbicide isn’t causing us all to get cancer?

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    9. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Instead of properly regulating, they effectively raised the “safe” level so that no one can blame the industry for poisoning us with unlawful amounts of chemicals. This is corruption at its finest.

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Yes

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      Instead of properly regulating, they effectively raised the “safe” level so that no one can blame the industry for poisoning us with unlawful amounts of chemicals. This is corruption at its finest.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    12. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Could it be that Monsanto didn’t like the results they started getting – especially since the FDA found glyphosate in foods that should be especially safe like BABY FOOD?

      CredCo Indicator:Logical Fallacies - Appeal to Fear

      Question:Does the author exaggerate the dangers of a situation and use scare tactics to persuade (the appeal to fear fallacy)?

      Answer:Sort of

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      Could it be that Monsanto didn’t like the results they started getting – especially since the FDA found glyphosate in foods that should be especially safe like BABY FOOD?

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    24. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Research also indicates that glyphosate is an endocrine disruptor, which disrupts hormones and leads to reproductive problems, early onset puberty, obesity, diabetes, and some cancers.

      CredCo Indicator:Citation of Studies

      Question:Highlight each scientific study cited:

      Answer:Scientific Study 3

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      Research also indicates that glyphosate is an endocrine disruptor, which disrupts hormones and leads to reproductive problems, early onset puberty, obesity, diabetes, and some cancers.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    32. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Monsanto Is Scrambling To Bury This Breaking Story – Don’t Let This Go Unshared!

      CredCo Indicator:Clickbait Title

      Question:What clickbait techniques does this headline employ (select all that apply)?

      Answer:Hidden secret or trick (“Fitness Companies Hate Him...”, “Experts are Dying to Know Their Secret”)

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      Monsanto Is Scrambling To Bury This Breaking Story – Don’t Let This Go Unshared!

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
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  4. inshapetoday.com inshapetoday.com
    http://inshapetoday.com/now-official-fda-announced-vaccines-causing-autism/
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      “Probable cause” ingredients for adverse reactions include: casein, to which some children are allergic; MSG—an excitotoxin; thimerosal-ethyl mercury; aluminum; formaldehyde; gelatin; and polysorbate 80.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Cause precedes effect

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      “Probable cause” ingredients for adverse reactions include: casein, to which some children are allergic; MSG—an excitotoxin; thimerosal-ethyl mercury; aluminum; formaldehyde; gelatin; and polysorbate 80.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      The FDA’s online Biologics Blood Vaccines document admits on its package insert that their vaccination can cause autism as one of many adverse reactions.

      CredCo Indicator:Inference - Type of Claims

      Question:Is a general or singular causal claim made? Highlight the section(s) that supports your answer.

      Answer:General Causal Claim

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      The FDA’s online Biologics Blood Vaccines document admits on its package insert that their vaccination can cause autism as one of many adverse reactions.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    4. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      stop the aggressive onslaught of the Autism Spectrum Disorder that is depriving children of a fulfilling life and ruining families emotionally, financially, and physically

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Exaggerated Claims

      Question:Does the author exaggerate any claims? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      stop the aggressive onslaught of the Autism Spectrum Disorder that is depriving children of a fulfilling life and ruining families emotionally, financially, and physically

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    6. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      It’s time for Congress to rescind the “Get out of Jail Free” card for vaccine makers and stop the aggressive onslaught of the Autism Spectrum Disorder that is depriving children of a fulfilling life and ruining families emotionally, financially, and physically to the point of parents divorcing because of the stresses of ASD in a family.

      CredCo Indicator:Tone - Emotionally Charged

      Question:Does the article have an emotionally charged tone? (i.e, outrage, snark, celebration, horror, etc.). If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      It’s time for Congress to rescind the “Get out of Jail Free” card for vaccine makers and stop the aggressive onslaught of the Autism Spectrum Disorder that is depriving children of a fulfilling life and ruining families emotionally, financially, and physically to the point of parents divorcing because of the stresses of ASD in a family.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    12. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Because these events are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequencies or to establish a causal relationship to components of Tripedia vaccine.

      CredCo Indicator:Confidence - Acknowledge Uncertainty

      Question:Do they acknowledge uncertainty or the possibility that things might be otherwise? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      Because these events are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequencies or to establish a causal relationship to components of Tripedia vaccine.

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  5. mysticalraven.com mysticalraven.com
    How Your Finger Shape Determines Your Personality (And Your Health Risks) - Mystical Raven
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      You can tell a lot about a person just by looking at the shape of their fingers, did you know that?

      CredCo Indicator:Logical Fallacies - False Dilemma

      Question:Does the author present a complicated choice as if it were binary (construct a false dilemma)? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      You can tell a lot about a person just by looking at the shape of their fingers, did you know that?

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    10. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      You can check your friends’ shape as well and find out a bit more about their personality.

      CredCo Indicator:Logical Fallacies - False Dilemma

      Question:Does the author present a complicated choice as if it were binary (construct a false dilemma)? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      You can check your friends’ shape as well and find out a bit more about their personality.

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  6. www.usatoday.com www.usatoday.com
    https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2017/06/16/coconut-oil-isnt-healthy-its-never-been-healthy/402719001/
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      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Correlation

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      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

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    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      "Because coconut oil increases LDL cholesterol, a cause of CVD [cardiovascular disease], and has no known offsetting favorable effects, we advise against the use of coconut oil," the American Heart Association said in the Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Experts are cited

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      "Because coconut oil increases LDL cholesterol, a cause of CVD [cardiovascular disease], and has no known offsetting favorable effects, we advise against the use of coconut oil," the American Heart Association said in the Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    5. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:An experimental study was conducted (natural experiments OK)

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      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    6. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      CredCo Indicator:Inference - Type of Claims

      Question:Is a general or singular causal claim made? Highlight the section(s) that supports your answer.

      Answer:General Causal Claim

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      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    15. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Before you trash your coconut oil, know that saturated fat is a loaded term. While the AHA warns against it, people who cut saturated fat out of their diet might not necessarily lower their heart disease risk, a 2015 BMJ review suggested.

      CredCo Indicator:Confidence - Acknowledge Uncertainty

      Question:Do they acknowledge uncertainty or the possibility that things might be otherwise? If so, highlight the relevant section(s).

      Answer:Sort of

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      Before you trash your coconut oil, know that saturated fat is a loaded term. While the AHA warns against it, people who cut saturated fat out of their diet might not necessarily lower their heart disease risk, a 2015 BMJ review suggested.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    18. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      my research on medium chain triglycerides," Marie-Pierre St-Onge, associate professor of nutritional medicine at Columbia University Medical Center,

      CredCo Indicator:Citation of Studies

      Question:Highlight each scientific study cited:

      Answer:Scientific Study 2

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      my research on medium chain triglycerides," Marie-Pierre St-Onge, associate professor of nutritional medicine at Columbia University Medical Center,

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    19. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

      CredCo Indicator:Citation of Studies

      Question:Highlight each scientific study cited:

      Answer:Scientific Study 1

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      The Dietary Fats and Cardiovascular Disease advisory reviewed existing data on saturated fat, showing coconut oil increased LDL ("bad") cholesterol in seven out of seven controlled trials.

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  7. www.independent.co.uk www.independent.co.uk
    https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/india-floods-bangladesh-nepal-deaths-millions-homeless-latest-news-updates-a7919006.html
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      According to the Red Cross, at least 7.1 million people have been affected in Bangladesh - more than the population of Scotland - and around 1.4 million people have been affected in Nepal.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Experts are cited

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      According to the Red Cross, at least 7.1 million people have been affected in Bangladesh - more than the population of Scotland - and around 1.4 million people have been affected in Nepal.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      "Farmers are left with nothing, not event with clean drinking water," said Matthew Marek, the head of disaster response in Bangladesh for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Experts are cited

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      "Farmers are left with nothing, not event with clean drinking water," said Matthew Marek, the head of disaster response in Bangladesh for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    4. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      Anirudh Kumar, a disaster management official in Patna, the capital of Bihar, a poor state known for its mass migration from rural areas to cities, said this year's farming had collapsed because of the floods, which will lead to a further rise in unemployment in the region.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Experts are cited

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      Anirudh Kumar, a disaster management official in Patna, the capital of Bihar, a poor state known for its mass migration from rural areas to cities, said this year's farming had collapsed because of the floods, which will lead to a further rise in unemployment in the region.

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    independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/india-floods-bangladesh-nepal-deaths-millions-homeless-latest-news-updates-a7919006.html
  8. www.iflscience.com www.iflscience.com
    http://www.iflscience.com/environment/heavy-monsoon-causing-extreme-flooding-in-south-asia-has-killed-1200-people-so-far/
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      The huge amount of water being dumped on the region has exacted a deadly toll, with 1,200 people known to have died

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:Facts about the effects of the monsoon are given, as well as predictions of long term consequences of those effects.

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      The huge amount of water being dumped on the region has exacted a deadly toll, with 1,200 people known to have died

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    3. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      so far, while over 40 million have been displaced. The damage done to the infrastructure and agricultural lands is also expected to impact South Asia long after the flood waters have receded.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:Facts about the effects of the monsoon are given, as well as predictions of long term consequences of those effects.

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      so far, while over 40 million have been displaced. The damage done to the infrastructure and agricultural lands is also expected to impact South Asia long after the flood waters have receded.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    4. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      This has not only led to the obviously rising waters, but also fatal landslides in Nepal, destruction of entire villages in Bangladesh, and buildings collapsing in India.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:Facts about the effects of the monsoon are given, as well as predictions of long term consequences of those effects.

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      This has not only led to the obviously rising waters, but also fatal landslides in Nepal, destruction of entire villages in Bangladesh, and buildings collapsing in India.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    5. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      In addition to this, it is thought that some 440,000 hectares (1,000,000 acres) of agricultural land has been washed away, and as the flood arrived at the beginning of the planting season, it will severely limit many peoples' access to food over the coming weeks and months.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:Facts about the effects of the monsoon are given, as well as predictions of long term consequences of those effects.

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      In addition to this, it is thought that some 440,000 hectares (1,000,000 acres) of agricultural land has been washed away, and as the flood arrived at the beginning of the planting season, it will severely limit many peoples' access to food over the coming weeks and months.

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    6. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      But more than just in the short term, the extreme flooding could have ripples further down the line. So far 18,000 schools have had to be shut [HYPERLINK: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/31/south-asia-floods-fears-death-toll-rise-india-pakistan-mumbai-building-collapses], meaning that 1.8 million children are no longer getting an education.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:Facts about the effects of the monsoon are given, as well as predictions of long term consequences of those effects.

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      But more than just in the short term, the extreme flooding could have ripples further down the line. So far 18,000 schools have had to be shut [HYPERLINK: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/31/south-asia-floods-fears-death-toll-rise-india-pakistan-mumbai-building-collapses], meaning that 1.8 million children are no longer getting an education.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    7. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      But more than just in the short term, the extreme flooding could have ripples further down the line. So far 18,000 schools have had to be shut [HYPERLINK: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/31/south-asia-floods-fears-death-toll-rise-india-pakistan-mumbai-building-collapses], meaning that 1.8 million children are no longer getting an education.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Other kind of evidence

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      But more than just in the short term, the extreme flooding could have ripples further down the line. So far 18,000 schools have had to be shut [HYPERLINK: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/aug/31/south-asia-floods-fears-death-toll-rise-india-pakistan-mumbai-building-collapses], meaning that 1.8 million children are no longer getting an education.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    8. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      In addition to this, it is thought that some 440,000 hectares (1,000,000 acres) of agricultural land has been washed away, and as the flood arrived at the beginning of the planting season, it will severely limit many peoples' access to food over the coming weeks and months.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Other kind of evidence

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      In addition to this, it is thought that some 440,000 hectares (1,000,000 acres) of agricultural land has been washed away, and as the flood arrived at the beginning of the planting season, it will severely limit many peoples' access to food over the coming weeks and months.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    9. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      This has not only led to the obviously rising waters, but also fatal landslides in Nepal, destruction of entire villages in Bangladesh, and buildings collapsing in India.

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Other kind of evidence

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      This has not only led to the obviously rising waters, but also fatal landslides in Nepal, destruction of entire villages in Bangladesh, and buildings collapsing in India.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
    13. PublicEditorDemo 11 May 2018
      “Even though flood waters are receding in some parts, it provides little respite,” said [HYPERLINK: https://blogs.savethechildren.org.uk/2017/08/millions-across-south-asia-hit-by-worst-floods-in-a-decade/] Thomas Chandy, the CEO of Save the Children, who are working in the region. “The mammoth recovery operation is only just beginning. The challenge now is to prevent potential outbreaks of disease like cholera or diarrhea.”

      Question:What evidence is given for the primary claim? Select all that apply.

      Answer:Experts are cited

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      “Even though flood waters are receding in some parts, it provides little respite,” said [HYPERLINK: https://blogs.savethechildren.org.uk/2017/08/millions-across-south-asia-hit-by-worst-floods-in-a-decade/] Thomas Chandy, the CEO of Save the Children, who are working in the region. “The mammoth recovery operation is only just beginning. The challenge now is to prevent potential outbreaks of disease like cholera or diarrhea.”

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    iflscience.com/environment/heavy-monsoon-causing-extreme-flooding-in-south-asia-has-killed-1200-people-so-far/
  9. www.naturalnews.com www.naturalnews.com
    https://www.naturalnews.com/2017-10-02-five-things-that-just-dont-add-up-about-the-las-vegas-mass-shooting.html
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      If this shooting was carried out by multiple shooters, it would obviously indicate planning and coordination among a group of people who sought to carry out the shooting for a political purpose of some kind.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:It uses witness statements and observations from videos. It then uses logic and practicality to question the idea that there was a lone shooter.

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      If this shooting was carried out by multiple shooters, it would obviously indicate planning and coordination among a group of people who sought to carry out the shooting for a political purpose of some kind.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
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      One woman, who was at the Route 91 music event, claimed an unidentified woman had told other concert-goers they were “all going to die” after pushing her way to the front of the venue.

      Question:What kind of evidence do they give?

      Answer:It uses witness statements and observations from videos. It then uses logic and practicality to question the idea that there was a lone shooter.

      Highlight:

      One woman, who was at the Route 91 music event, claimed an unidentified woman had told other concert-goers they were “all going to die” after pushing her way to the front of the venue.

      Public Editor Credibility Coalition WebConf 2018 Paper
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