Fake 5G-coronavirus conspiracy theory leads to real abuse and damage (The Daily Charge, 7/2/2020)

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Fake 5G-coronavirus conspiracy theory leads to real abuse and damage (The Daily Charge, 7/2/2020)

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There’s a real toll that these fake rumors have taken on both telecom equipment and workers.

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Jul 2, 2020

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