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The CID Did NOT arrest the president of the Kelaniya Student Union; but another activist of the same union!

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In some cases, mainstream media can inadvertently convey misleading information to the public due to omissions in their news coverage. The investigation we conducted aimed to determine the accuracy of such misleading information present in certain Facebook posts. Social Media Posts: On the 26th, the mainstream media, including social media, had reported that Kalum Mudannayake, […]

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The Truth Behind the Alleged Recent Rampage by Muslim Kurds in Japan

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Recently, a video has been circulating online, purportedly showing Muslim Kurds causing chaos in Japan. In this article, we explore the details and uncover the truth behind this viral claim. Social Media Posts On February 20, an X user shared the video in question, claiming that a video shows Muslim Kurds on a rampage in […]

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Jaguar-Caiman encounter in Brazil, Misattributed to Yala, Sri Lanka!

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel In Sri Lanka, locals are fascinated with observing wild animals and their behaviours. However, footage from foreign countries is often shared on social media as if captured in Sri Lanka.  This misattribution can lead to misconceptions about the country’s wildlife diversity and behaviour patterns. Clarifying the origin of such footage […]

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Beware of These Fake Korean Language exam applications on Google Forms!

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel For years, there has been a strong interest among Sri Lankans in seeking employment opportunities in Korea. However, one of the essential requirements for securing a job in Korea is passing the Korean language exam.  Unfortunately, there have been instances where fake applications, misleading Google forms, and incorrect details circulated […]

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Altered Photo Used to Depict Barack Obama`s Ties with Buddhism!

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Buddhism has long been revered by many world leaders, both historically and in contemporary times, for its teachings of peace, compassion, and mindfulness. However, our investigation sheds light on an instance where altered images were utilised on social media platforms, often exaggerating the true acceptance towards Buddhism in some contexts. […]

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Viral footage of a dog escaping from a leopard attack in Nilgiris, India, shared as Sri Lanka!

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Human-wildlife conflict is a concern in many regions and is especially common in most South Asian countries. This phenomenon poses significant challenges, especially to communities living near natural habitats, often resulting in property damage, livestock loss, and, in some cases, even human casualties. Even though the threat is commonplace in […]

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Unpacking the Truth Behind Climate Change Predictions!

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Climate scientists make predictions based on the best available data and models, acknowledging inherent uncertainties in complex systems. While certain individual predictions may not always align perfectly with observed outcomes, the overwhelming evidence supporting the reality of climate change remains robust. Climate change, driven largely by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, poses significant […]

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NPP Leader Posing with A Terrorist Linked to Easter Attacks? Find Out the Truth Behind This Image, Going Viral Since 2019!

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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The deadly Easter Sunday attacks in 2019 stand as one of the most gruesome tragedies in Sri Lankan history. Nearing five years since the horrid attack, the investigation has failed to provide solid answers to many questions. However, misleading posts and images continue to be circulated, falsely attributing unrelated individuals […]

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Heightened Tension Over the Diplomatic relationship between Israel and Brazil after Lula’s comments!

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Diplomatic tensions have flared between Israel and Brazil following a controversial statement made by Brazilian President Lula De Silva. The remark has sparked widespread dialogues in social media circles. Amidst these discussions, many have questioned the resulting diplomatic fallout between the two nations. Social Media Posts Social Media Posts claimed that Brazil has cut off […]

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AI-Generated Images Used in the Fictional Story of Human-Faced Fish in Lake Samsara

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In light of growing public interest in environmental and wildlife conservation, concerns have arisen due to the proliferation of fabricated images on social media depicting non-existent, alien-like animal species. These digitally manipulated images exploit public fascination with nature by portraying fictional creatures as newly discovered species. Our investigation focuses on one such incident, aiming to […]

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