A Sportscenter parody account tweeted that Colin Kaepernick was signed to the Jets.

Took 1.8 seconds to see that it was a parody account, yet thousands of people shared it. Some professional news media even reported on it!

Huge example of how quick misinformation spreads
ALWAYS check the source, people. Then seek out a second source.

Only takes a few moments. What's the rush? You aren't going anywhere today.
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