Viral Claim About Chinese-Built Metro in Vietnam Is Misleading

A widely shared social media post has allegedly mischaracterized an incident involving Chinese-built metro trains in Vietnam. The post features images of passengers holding umbrellas inside a train and implies serious construction defects in Chinese infrastructure projects across Southeast Asia. Our investigation shows these claims are inaccurate and lack proper context. Social Media Posts A […]

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False: No Mauritanian Hajj Pilgrims’ Plane Crashed Near Red Sea

A concerning news has been spreading across social media platforms, claiming a tragic plane crash involving Mauritanian Hajj pilgrims near the Red Sea. This viral story, which alleged the deaths of over 200 pilgrims, has caused unnecessary anxiety among communities. Social Media Posts A viral claim has been spreading widely on social media stating that […]

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FALSE: Alkaline Foods Cannot Fight COVID-19 as Viruses DO NOT Have pH Levels

With the recent resurgence of COVID-19, some old myths about the disease have resurfaced, which were debunked a few years ago when the COVID-19 pandemic was wreaking havoc around the world.  One such claim is that consuming alkaline foods can help fight the coronavirus by raising the body’s pH levels above the virus’s purported optimal […]

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False: Movie Theater Ceiling Did Not Collapse During ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Screening

Viral social media posts, featuring an image of cinema debris, claim that a ceiling collapsed during a screening of Final Destination: Bloodlines, causing multiple injuries and forcing an evacuation. The viral posts make comparisons between the alleged incident and the film’s plot about deadly accidents. Social Media Posts An image showing a partially destroyed theater […]

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Did Pope Leo XIV Intentionally Ignore an LGBTQ+ Rainbow Flag?

A video of Pope Leo XIV walking through a crowd has sparked controversy on social media, with many users claiming the newly elected pontiff deliberately ignored an LGBTQ+ rainbow flag by turning away as he approached it. The video, captured during a public procession, has led to speculation about the Pope’s stance on LGBTQ+ rights […]

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Viral Video of Justin Bieber Announcing He Will Testify Against P Diddy is Manipulated

A video circulating on social media shows Justin Bieber stating he will testify in P Diddy’s trial. The footage has spread across multiple platforms, generating widespread discussion. Social Media Posts The video features a figure resembling Justin Bieber stating, “I am absolutely going to testify,” followed by assertions that Diddy is “an evil being” who […]

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Does Adding Milk to Green Tea Impact Its Health Benefits?

As people become increasingly health-conscious, combining green tea with milk has grown in popularity. However, there have been debates on social media about the nutritional impact of drinking green tea with milk, with claims that it destroys green tea’s benefits and prevents calcium absorption. Social Media Posts Social media posts claim that consuming green tea […]

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FALSE: No Human Remains Found in Chesapeake Bay Linked to Beckham Family

Recently, a viral social media claim about a gruesome discovery in the Chesapeake Bay has been circulating, suggesting connections to the Beckham family. Social Media Posts Last week, a Threads user posted a message stating that “30 minutes ago, fishermen in the Chesapeake Bay discovered a suitcase in the water containing human body parts,” accompanied […]

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Viral Image of Cardinal Robert Sarah in Papal Vestments is AI-generated!

Since Pope Francis passed away, there has been much discussion about who will lead the Catholic Church next. Many global news outlets have mentioned several names as potential frontrunners. Cardinal Robert Sarah from Guinea is among such names, a notable contender, especially among conservative church members.  Several social media posts claim he has already been […]

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Disney Paused Tangled Live-Action Project, But Did Not Cast Cynthia Erivo

In early April 2025, social media posts on platforms claimed that Disney had paused its live-action remake of Tangled and that actress Cynthia Erivo had been announced to play Rapunzel. Given Disney has faced widespread criticism over its casting choices for lead roles in live-action adaptations of popular animated films and Erivo’s rising stardom, these […]

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