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Majority of Cypriots Rely on Social Media for News
WHY IT MATTERS
The findings highlight the need for media literacy and critical thinking in Cyprus, as well as concerns about the role of social media in shaping public opinion and the challenges faced by journalists in the country.
What happened
A recent study by the Union of Cyprus Journalists found that most Cypriots receive their news through social media, with a significant decline in television viewership. The study also revealed that nearly half of Cypriots do not trust the media, and a majority believe that fake news is prevalent, mainly on social media and online portals.
Furthermore, the majority of Cypriots believe that public opinion is being manipulated, primarily by the government, political parties, and media owners.
The study also highlighted concerns among journalists, with only one in four wanting to spend their entire career in journalism, and an increasing number finding conditions worse than expected.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Majority of Cypriots stay informed via social media
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