Israel launched a large-scale attack on Israel on 2 October 2024. According to the Israeli military, Iran launched around 180 missiles towards Israel. On this backdrop, a video of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu allegedly running for cover inside a bunker went viral on social media. Sharing the video on Facebook, users wrote, “Leaked video […]
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Social media often hosts numerous discussions about food items, where misinformation about globally popular brands is frequently spread. These false claims can range from misleading information about ingredients to health risks or ethical practices, causing confusion among consumers. This misinformation can go viral quickly, as food-related topics tend to engage a broad audience, leading to […]
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Recently, a claim went viral on social media suggesting that free ice cream distribution on cruise ships might indicate an overflow of deaths on board, exceeding the morgue’s capacity. The claim stated that ice cream and frozen foods were removed from freezers to accommodate the storage of bodies. This sensational message quickly captured widespread attention. […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Recently, Duminda Hulangamuwa, President of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, and Professor Anil Fernando from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura were appointed as advisors to presidential Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Following their appointments, numerous misleading posts have gone viral, spreading false claims about them. Social Media Posts One such claim compares […]
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The claim regarding iPhones exploding in Lebanon emerged after a series of recent explosions. These incidents involved not only mobile phones but also lithium batteries, biometric identification devices, and other wireless gadgets. As panic spread, misinformation quickly circulated, leading to false claims about random iPhone explosions harming individuals. This is about our investigation of this […]
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The Parliament was dissolved by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, effective from midnight on the 24th of September. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake issued this gazette announcement in terms of the powers assigned to the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka under Article 70 of the Constitution of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri […]
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Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayke, who became the ninth executive president by the 2024 Presidential election, recently dissolved the parliament. Accordingly, the date has been set for holding a parliamentary election on the 14th of November. When can you apply for postal votes? Accordingly, the Election Commissioner General Mr. Saman Sri Rathnayake has stated that 07 […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Saliya Peiris, the former chairman of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka, has been the target of numerous misinformation campaigns. These false claims have often sought to undermine his credibility and professional reputation, exploiting his prominent role in legal and public affairs. Social Media Posts Social media posts are spreading […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), Sri Lanka’s main opposition party, has recently been the focus of numerous social media posts targeting its leadership, especially Sajith Premadasa. These posts often feature misleading claims and altered media, attempting to discredit Premadasa and the SJB in the lead-up to the general election. Social […]
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Recently, claims have been circulating on social media that Nurofen, a popular pain relief medication, contains graphene oxide. These claims have sparked concern among consumers about potential health risks. Social Media Posts A claim circulating online alleges that Nurofen contains graphene oxide, a controversial material purported to be used in some medical products. This claim […]
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