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News Coverage

News about COVID-19 proliferates rapidly and can come at you from all directions, making it hard at times to maintain informed opinions to guide your everyday actions. During a pandemic, having the right information can be every bit as important as having clean hands. Try the resources in this guide for COVID-19 updates published by reputable organizations.

Help stop the spread of misinformation by reporting inaccurate information using this guide from the World Health Organization.

In the Papers

Many online publications have removed their paywalls for coronavirus-related content, making it freely accessible to the public. Find out how COVID-19 is being covered by some of the major news outlets in Canada, the United States, and abroad through the free portals below.

Check Your Facts

There is a lot of false and misleading information circulating about COVID-19, the effects of which can be devastating and even deadly. According to researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University, nearly half of the X (Formerly Twitter) accounts spreading coronavirus "news" appear to be bots designed to proliferate false narratives and sow discord. So before accepting something as fact, make sure it can be backed up by reputable sources. Below are some fact checking organizations that regularly investigate the veracity of COVID-19 claims on your behalf.

Useful Websites

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Helpful resources for combating COVID‑19 disinformation and accessing accurate, up-to-date information to inform your decision-making.

Digital Library Resources

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Full-text access to over 500 BC and major Canadian daily newspapers. Some titles go back as far as the 1970s.

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Everywhere for Vancouver residents
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Delivers full-page images of 5,000 newspapers and magazines from 100 countries before they appear on the newsstands. Includes titles such as The Vancouver Sun, The Wall Street Journal, and The Economist.

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Everywhere for VPL cardholders
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Online access to the New York Times. Includes both current news and archived articles.

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Everywhere for VPL cardholders
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This collection provides full-text access to five of the most respected national and regional newspapers in the United States. Included are: Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post.

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Everywhere for Vancouver residents