Viral Image of Shinmoedake Eruption is AI-Generated, Though Volcano Did Erupt

A widely shared image supposedly showing Japan’s Shinmoedake volcano erupting with ash and lightning has spread across social media platforms. While official sources confirm recent volcanic eruptions and seismic activity in southern Japan. Our investigation reveals that this viral claim is misleading. Social Media Posts Multiple social media users have shared an image of a […]

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King Charles III Did Not Call For Eliminating National Borders

Recent viral social media posts claim that King Charles III called for the elimination of national borders during a state banquet with French President Emmanuel Macron in July 2025. After examining the evidence, we find this claim to be misleading. Social Media Posts Multiple social media posts have circulated a claim that “King Charles calls […]

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Did Oasis Display a Palestinian Flag at Their Cardiff Concert in July 2025?

Social media posts recently sparked debate by alleging that Oasis displayed a Palestinian flag during their reunion concert at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on July 4-5, 2025. The politically charged nature of such a display, combined with Oasis’s significant cultural influence, caused the claim to spread rapidly online with mixed reactions. However, our investigation reveals that […]

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Viral Image of Ariana Grande is Digitally Altered

A viral image claiming to show Ariana Grande in an emaciated state has circulated on social media platforms. The image appears to be from an awards ceremony, with Oscar statuettes visible in the background. Social media posts accompanying the image suggest Grande is experiencing health issues related to an eating disorder. The timing coincides with […]

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Viral Image and Video are NOT Israeli F-35 Being Shot Down in Iran 

Fact-Check: Was an Israeli F-35 Jet Shot Down in Iran? Amid ongoing regional tensions, a viral image circulating on social media claims to show an Israeli F-35 fighter jet that was shot down in Iran. Some users commented the image also commented on the aircraft’s unexpected size and linked it to missiles reportedly used in […]

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Viral Photo of Fire Engulfing Tel Aviv High-Rises Is Digitally Manipulated

A dramatic image showing Tel Aviv engulfed in flames has gone viral amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. However, our investigation reveals that the image was digitally manipulated to make the destruction appear far more severe than it actually was. Social Media Posts A widely shared photo on social media depicts Tel Aviv’s […]

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Viral Videos Claiming to Show Ahmedabad Plane Crash Are Misleading!

In the wake of India’s deadliest air disaster in nearly three decades, misleading videos are spreading rapidly online. On Thursday, June 12th, more than 270 people were killed when an Air India passenger plane bound for London crashed in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The airline confirmed there were 242 passengers and crew on board, with only one […]

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Fact-Check: Viral Claim About Amitabh Bachchan Being in ICU with 75% Liver Damage Is Misleading

Claims about celebrities’ health conditions often circulate on social media platforms. In June 2025, a concerning viral claim emerged about the Bollywood legend, alleging his admission to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with critical condition due to 75% liver damage. Though Bachchan’s health has long drawn public attention, especially given his documented liver condition, our […]

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Viral Video Alleging June 2025 Explosion in Moscow Is Misleading

A viral video making rounds on social media purports to show a recent explosion in Moscow on June 2, 2025, allegedly caused by a Ukrainian strike. However, we found that this claim is misleading, the footage in question is not recent and is unrelated to current events in Moscow. Social Media Posts The viral video […]

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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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