False information about celebrity deaths frequently circulates on social media platforms in our country. This phenomenon isn’t limited to local users—people worldwide share fake news about international celebrities as well. Social Media Posts Social media posts featuring photos claimed Justin Bieber had died in a sudden accident. These posts circulated as follows: Source | Archive […]
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As Sri Lanka’s presidential election approaches, and in a background where the final phases of postal voting are being completed, claims focusing on topics like state employees, salary hikes, and government benefits are creating confusion among the public. Social Media Posts Social media posts and a report by the newspaper Monara on September 9, 2024, […]
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Due to the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka, in recent years, the government increased tax rates as part of its recovery efforts. In response, social media has been flooded with misleading claims about these tax changes, leading to public confusion and misinformation. Many posts have exaggerated the impact of the tax hikes or spread […]
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Due to the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka, in recent years, the government increased tax rates as part of its recovery efforts. In response, social media has been flooded with misleading claims about these tax changes, leading to public confusion and misinformation. Many posts have exaggerated the impact of the tax hikes or spread […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As Sri Lanka’s presidential election approaches, reports of election law violations have surfaced. However, some old incidents are being reshared on social media, misleading the public by presenting them as current election law violations. Social Media Posts A video circulating on social media shows a group of people destroying a […]
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In early September 2024, rumors of Simon Cowell’s death spread rapidly across social media, causing widespread concern among fans and the general public. The aim of this fact check is to clarify the situation, separate fact from fiction, and address the origins of the false information regarding Cowell’s death. By relying on credible sources and […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Artists often become entangled in politics, especially as elections approach. Their involvement can take many forms, from openly supporting candidates to addressing social issues through their work. However, they frequently face challenges, including public scrutiny and misleading posts shared on social media. Social Media Posts A viral claim circulating on […]
Continue ReadingSubscribe to our WhatsApp Channel In 2022 amid “Aragalaya”, a video clip was shared through social media showcasing Mr. Sajith Premadasa bowing down and worshiping Rathindu Senarathne, who is also known as Ratta. It was shared even through WhatsApp, and many users fabricated several claims regarding this video. Facebook | Archived This video resurfaced recently […]
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දිනපතා සත්ය කරුණු දැන ගැනීමට අපගේ WhatsApp චැනලයටමෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. Below is an investigation we carried out to determine the accuracy of a post circulating on social media platforms stating that the National People’s Power will revoke the license to import vehicles duty-free for doctors and university professors. Social Media Claims: Claim 1: Here is a […]
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A claim has been circulating on social media alleging that Professor Meththika Withanage of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (Japura) has decided to support opposition leader Sajith Premadasa in the upcoming presidential election. The post, accompanied by a photograph, criticizes the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) for associating with her, referencing her opposition to forced cremations […]
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