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Debunking Misleading Claims of A Falcon’s Incredible Migration Map

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel While there is widespread interest in migratory birds and their remarkable journeys across the globe, it’s crucial to acknowledge the prevalence of misleading information circulating on social media platforms. Despite the fascination with these avian travellers and their incredible feats of navigation, the dissemination of inaccurate or exaggerated details about […]

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A misleading fear mongering message regarding the impact of cosmic rays!

p class=”has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-medium-font-size”style=”background-color:#b6babf91″> Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel While navigatng through social media circles, it’s commonplace to encounter ideas, which lack scientific backgrounds. Below is our investigation into the validity of a one such viral claim which makes rounds every once in awhile. Social Media Posts : This particular post was referenced on […]

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Sri Lanka Has Lost Hundred T20 Internationals, But Were They The First? Find out the facts…

දිනපතා සත්‍ය කරුණු දැන ගැනීමට අපගේ WhatsApp සමුහයටමෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. Sri Lanka’s men’s cricket team’s below-par performance often sparks widespread criticism on social media. Much of the blame is valid, as the recent performance of the SL team has left much to be desired. However, there’s also a noticeable trend of misleading or false information targeting […]

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Do Total Solar Eclipses Trigger Earthquakes and Storms? Find out the facts…

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel On average, a total solar eclipse can occur once every 18 months somewhere on Earth, yet the chances of a particular location getting to witness multiple total solar eclipses in one’s lifetime are quite rare. Millions of people in North America will witness a total solar eclipse on 8th April […]

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No, The Short Film “Sorry” Did NOT Win an Oscar for The Best Short Film!

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Social media is often used as a platform to highlight positive human qualities like love, compassion, and selflessness. However, at times, fabricated storylines are used to disseminate these virtues. Let’s look at one such scenario. Social Media Posts  A video circulating on social media in Sri Lanka claims that an […]

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You CANNOT See the April 8th Solar Eclipse from Sri Lanka! Don’t Be Eclipsed by Misinformation! 

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel People are always fascinated by rare astronomical phenomena. When reports of such fascinating information go viral on social media and are translated into different languages, certain critical information often gets misinterpreted. Let’s look at one such recent incident involving the much-hyped solar eclipse on the 8th of April. Social Media […]

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Horrifying Elevator Accident Video: A Staged Awareness Video from 2006 

Recently, a video has been circulating on social media platforms, including WhatsApp, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter), claiming to be scenes of a person’s arm being amputated while attempting to stop an elevator using his arm. This horrifying footage has caused quite a stir online, prompting an investigation into the truth behind these claims.  Social […]

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Footage of Matheesha Getting Blessings from Dhoni? Find out the truth…

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Sri Lankan cricketer Matheesha Pathirana, who has earned a significant fan base in India due to his impressive performances in the IPL, found himself at the centre of attention when a video surfaced, allegedly showing him receiving blessings from Indian cricketing legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni before his bowling spell. This […]

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Did The President of Sri Lanka Say That No Election Will Be Held Until the End of the IMF Program? Find out the facts…

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As Sri Lanka prepares for major elections, an unsettling atmosphere prevails as misinformation proliferates across social media platforms. This influx of false information has created seeds of doubt in the general public, casting suspicion on the legitimacy of the impending electoral process and even raising questions about whether the elections […]

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Unsubstantiated Attributions of Maternity Hospital Related Corruption Allegations on President Wickremesinghe

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Corruption is a pervasive issue commonly seen across South Asia. While it contributes to inefficiencies in various projects, it’s crucial to recognise that not all shortcomings are solely due to corrupt practices. Many socio-economic, technical, and political factors also play significant roles.  However, on social media platforms, there’s a tendency […]

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