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Travel Ban That Never Was: Unpacking a Viral Claim Against Minister Anil Jayantha
Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Sri Lankan pilgrims heading to India’s Buddhist sacred sites have hit a genuine wall this year: visas cost more, processing time is longer and must now be obtained in person. Into that real frustration landed a card bearing the News 1st logo, claiming Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of […]
Political
Travel Ban That Never Was: Unpacking a Viral Claim Against Minister Anil Jayantha
Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Sri Lankan pilgrims heading to India’s Buddhist sacred sites have hit a genuine wall this year: visas cost more, processing time is longer and must now be obtained in person. Into that real frustration landed a card bearing the News 1st logo, claiming Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of […]
The Fake Statement on Doctors’ Duty-Free Vehicle Permits
Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel One of the lingering questions to Sri Lanka’s public sector right now than whether the duty-free vehicle permit scheme will ever come back. Into this long-running debate, dropped a card bearing the News 1st logo, quoting Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa as saying the 2027 budget would let doctors import […]
International
No Evidence Jude Bellingham Said “FIFA is Rigged and Corrupt” After England’s World Cup Defeat
A viral image circulating claims England midfielder Jude Bellingham said, “FIFA is rigged and Corrupt. I might not play in the World Cup again” following England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final. The claim gained traction amid heightened online debate surrounding refereeing decisions, Argentina’s progression to the final, and widespread […]
The European Parliament Has Not Officially Called for an Investigation Into FIFA President Gianni Infantino
A claim circulating widely states that the European Parliament has called for an investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his management of the organisation. The posts emerged amid growing criticism of FIFA’s handling of the controversial reversal of United States striker Folarin Balogun’s automatic suspension during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after U.S. President […]
Fact Check: Viral ‘Haaland Reflection’ Video is AI-Manipulated
Social media posts claim to show Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland becoming startled after seeing his reflection in a restaurant mirror. The clip gained significant traction during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, often presented as a genuine candid moment. The humorous clip quickly accumulated millions of views during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with many users […]
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