The Chief Minister has accused the media of sensationalising stories about the government.
Howard Quayle MHK delivered his first state of the nation address to Tynwald on Tuesday.
He says social media spreads what he calls 'fake news' and rumours and is often used to further hidden agendas.
Mr Quayle added government would rather 'do the right thing' than make popular decisions.
Record low sunshine in February, says Met Office
The Island's winter was the third-wettest on record, according to the Met Office's data.
Island actor treats movie fans to special wedding proposal!
Island-based actor John Rhys-Davies has been caught on camera making a wedding proposal extra-special for two fans of Lord of the Rings.
DOI needs to come to table to end bus strike, says union
The Island's Trades Union Council says the ball is now in the Department of Infrastructure's court when it comes to more industrial action on the buses.
Temporary speed limits on Ballamodha this week
There'll be temporary speed restrictions on one of the South's key routes this week.
Don't fall for Facebook con, says jeweller
An Onchan jeweller is warning people to steer clear of a Facebook scam impersonating it.
42 planned bus services on last day of current strike
It's the final day of industrial action in a 10-day long walkout by bus drivers today.
Middle East war sparks travel advice from government
The government's issued travel advice from the UK Foreign Office in the wake of missile strikes in the Middle East.
Commissioners to meet minister over new local authority law
Commissioners in Laxey will meet Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall next week.
