In March, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, announced her cancer diagnosis, prompting a wave of misinformation across social media platforms. Numerous misleading posts have since circulated, distorting the facts about her condition and prognosis. It is crucial to rely on verified sources for accurate information and updates regarding her health, avoiding the spread of […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The 2024 edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) live auction took place recently. After the event, many posts were shared regarding some of the prominent Sri Lankan players who went unsold. However, some of these posts were misleading and confused fans and stakeholders. They emphasize the need to verify […]
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At a time when multiple regions across the sub-continent are reeling under a severe heatwave, numerous posts are going viral on social media asking people to consume more water for about a week to avoid dehydration due to a phenomenon called Equinox. Here are two such posts: Facebook Post | Archived Link Facebook Post | […]
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Facebook ads are often used to promote fashion and beauty products online. A viral promotion of a breast beauty serum, claiming to have the miracle power of preventing breast cancer in women, has been widely made on social media platforms for the past few years. However, after checking with health agencies and medical experts, we […]
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On May 19, Iranian media reported a fatal helicopter crash in the northwestern region of Azerbaijan, allegedly killing President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran. A video circulated after the incident was claimed to be footage of the helicopter carrying Raisi. Social Media Claims A video is circulating on social media, purportedly showing an accident involving President […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel In Sri Lanka, traffic or vehicle-related offenses are common, and when police apprehend drivers, they often record these incidents and upload the videos to social media. This practice leads to the proliferation of misleading videos, as the context and details of the situations are frequently misrepresented or misunderstood by viewers. […]
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The viral video shows a Kurdish militant shooting down a helicopter in May 2016. It is unrelated to Iran. Ebrahim Raisi and Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and six other passengers and crew were killed in the helicopter crash near the Iranian-Azerbaijan border. Following this incident, many posts and videos are going viral on social media. One such […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Hundreds of retired army soldiers and other individuals are currently involved in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict as part of various mercenary groups. In Sri Lanka, there is a growing trend of disseminating misleading information about this situation, contributing to confusion and misunderstanding among the public. Social Media Posts Social media posts […]
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People are often interested in the origins and evolution of various traditions. However, social media posts on these subjects can sometimes be misleading. It is important to approach such information critically and seek out reliable sources to ensure accuracy and depth of understanding. Social Media Posts A recent viral social media post draws attention to […]
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On May 20, 2024, the helicopter crash resulted in the deaths of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. In the aftermath of this tragedy, numerous images claiming to depict the crash wreckage have been circulating on social media. However, a closer examination reveals that these images are misleading. Social Media Claim The […]
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