Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Recently, a forest fire broke out in Ella area. This fire started in the mountainous area in Ravana Ella waterfall. This Ravana Ella forest reserve is famous for its rich biodiversity. The mainstream news had reported that 600 acres of land has been destroyed by this fire and that there […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel People are often captivated by the beauty of flowers, and their images are widely shared on social media. However, in some cases, digitally altered or entirely computer-generated images are circulated as real photographs. These edited images can mislead viewers, who may believe they are looking at actual flowers when, in […]
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Fact Checked by G. Rashmitha Diwyanjalee A viral video claims that Canada is already below the net zero level of carbon tax. The person in the video mentions that Canada has 320 billion trees and needs only 30 billion trees to absorb all the carbon emitted in a year. However, some sources state that Canada […]
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Many social media users enthusiastically discuss the incredible abilities of animals in our environment. However, some of these posts can be misleading, spreading misinformation about these animals and their behaviors. Social Media Posts Social media posts being spread implying all scorpions can hold their breath for upto six days,survive a hold year without food,climb almost […]
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Fact Checked By G. Rashmitha Diwyanjalee Concerns about the impact of Electromagnetic Field (EMF) radiation from Wi-Fi routers on both plant growth and human health have gained attention recently. Claims that Wi-Fi radiation can inhibit plant growth and pose health risks to humans need to be scrutinized. This article investigates the validity of these claims […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Sparrows are small passerine birds found worldwide. They are known for their chirping songs and friendly behaviour. They are often seen in urban and rural areas, nesting in trees, shrubs, and even man-made structures. While some species are declining due to habitat loss and other factors, sparrows are generally adaptable […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel It is widely acknowledged that humans should exercise caution around snakes due to their potential danger. However, on social media platforms, there’s a tendency to exaggerate the venomous level of some snakes. This exaggeration often leads to disseminating alarming content that can cause unnecessary panic among the general public. Social […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Sri Lankans often exhibit a keen interest in natural beauty, frequently sharing images and videos of picturesque landscapes such as waterfalls on social media platforms. However, there have been instances where footage of foreign locations is mistakenly shared as scenes from Sri Lanka, leading to confusion and misinformation regarding the […]
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People are often intrigued by mysterious phenomena, drawn to the enigmatic and unexplained. However, there are instances where events with clear scientific explanations are misconstrued and circulated on social media as mysterious occurrences, perpetuating misunderstanding and misinformation. Social Media Posts Social media posts in Sri Lanka claim the vibrant pink colour of Lake Hillier in […]
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Human-wildlife conflict is not a new thing in a country like Sri Lanka. In the Sri Lankan Human-wildlife context, elephants are the most discussed animal within non-agricultural communities. But apart from the elephants, many other animals have conflicts with humans. Porcupines are one of the animals discussed as crop-harming animals within agricultural communities. Social Media […]
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