Offering more than just a space to source home, hair, holiday, or outfit inspiration, Pinterest has designed itself to be a positive place and a respite from other social media platforms. But what is the reason behind its ever-growing success and why do people love it so much?

Instagram is blocking hashtags linked to verifiably false information about vaccines in an attempt to prevent a public health disaster. It's responding to public pressure for social media platforms to take greater responsibility for the misinformation they host and help spread.

NewsWise has launched a tour of family events across the UK to combat the spread of fake news. With parents increasingly concerned about false content and the amount of time their kids spend online, the festival aims to boost digital literacy and ease worries about misinformation.

Where once experts were regarded as symbols of authority and respect, today they are overshadowed by influencers, personal opinions, and instant gratification. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Tom Nichols, to find out the reasons and impacts behind the era of self-proclaimed experts.