Social media posts claim that video footage shows Thai fighter jets being shot down by the Cambodian military during recent border tensions. Analysis of the videos indicates they are not related to the current conflict. The first video appears to be from Ukraine, while the second shows a helicopter accident during training exercises in Thailand. […]
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Over the past week, a viral incident involving Astronomer’s CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert sparked widespread social media attention. In the aftermath, a supposed public apology attributed to Byron began circulating online. However, our investigation reveals that this viral statement is entirely fabricated. Social Media Posts An image circulating on social media purports […]
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Astronomer company CEO Andy Byron was caught on camera in an intimate moment with his colleague at the Coldplay concert in Boston. The clip quickly went viral on social media. After the incident, Andy Byron resigned from Astronomer. Against this backdrop, an image a collage of two photos went viral on social media. One photo […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel According to Article 9 of the Constitution of Sri Lanka, it is stated that the Republic of Sri Lanka shall give Buddhism the foremost place, and it is the duty of the state to protect and foster the Buddha Sasana. However, various posts on social media claim that the […]
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Turmeric, a golden-yellow spice derived from the Curcuma longa plant, has long been praised for its medicinal properties. Its active compound, curcumin, is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Recently, a claim has emerged that turmeric powder can promote weight loss. However, we found that this claim is not strongly supported by scientific evidence. […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Facebook pages often spread false information on social media to gain more exposure, particularly by posting content related to sensitive issues. This is an investigation we did regarding such a video posted on social media involving the infant who was recently abandoned in a field. Social Media Posts : […]
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Egypt is renowned worldwide for its ancient civilization, but recently, viral claims on social media suggested that a buried alien colossus had been discovered in the country. These claims have been widely circulated across various platforms. However, our investigation revealed that these assertions are false. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM A claim that has been circulating continuously […]
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Posts claiming Italy has “banned” gay and lesbian couples from becoming parents are spreading on social media. In reality, no single ban exists, but several laws severely restrict their options, creating challenging barriers for gay male couples. Social Media Posts We found multiple Facebook posts claiming that “Italy bans gay and lesbian couples from becoming parents.” These posts have […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Spreading fake news in the format of newspapers is commonly taking place now through social media. Here is a fact check we did on such a post. Social Media Posts : A post in the format of a newspaper headline was circulated on social media stating that Professor Gomika Udugamasuriya, […]
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A flurry of sensational headlines and viral posts has stirred public curiosity, claiming that NASA has discovered a “Super Earth” planet sending mysterious signals from 154 light-years away. However, the viral claim is misleading. Social Media Claim Multiple social media users has shared posts with the claim that NASA has discovered a “Super Earth” planet […]
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