On August 20, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health emergency due to the mpox virus. This new outbreak is caused by a different strain, clade I, compared to the clade II strain responsible for the 2022 emergency. The WHO’s declaration aims to raise awareness and prompt international action to control the virus’s […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the presidential election approaches, many misleading claims often circulate on social media, including false information about voting procedures and other election-related matters. These misleading narratives can create confusion and misinformation among voters, making it crucial to verify the accuracy of such claims before sharing or believing them. Social Media […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the much-awaited presidential election 2024 was finally announced by the Election Commission of Sri Lanka, a significant amount of misleading information about the candidates is being spread on social media. Fact-checking efforts are crucial during this period to ensure that voters are not swayed by misinformation and can make […]
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Numerous social media posts have claimed that Samsung in Cambodia is offering significant discounts on online orders. This advertisement has garnered considerable attention from Cambodian social media users. However, it has been discovered that these promotions are online scams. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM A social media post in late July announced that Samsung Electronics is offering […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the presidential election in Sri Lanka approaches, a surge of misleading information is seen across all social media platforms. These false claims and deceptive narratives often create confusion among the public. Ensuring accurate and reliable information is more crucial than ever during this critical period. Social Media Posts A […]
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the country on Monday following intense protests against job quotas. Student activists had called for a march to the capital Dhaka on Monday after clashes across the country on Sunday killed nearly 100 people, reports Reuters. Demonstrators even stormed and looted the presidential residence. Social media is […]
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Yusuf Dikec, a renowned Turkish Olympic shooter, recently became the subject of a viral story that captivated social media. The tale claimed that Dikec took up shooting after a heated argument with his ex-wife and works as a mechanic in Istanbul. This article aims to fact-check these claims and shed light on the real background […]
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While KFC strives to maintain high standards, there can occasionally be issues related to food quality or hygiene. The viral video claiming that KFC’s chicken wings are moving creepily has sparked significant interest and concern on social media. The movement shown in the video may be due to editing, special effects, or external factors. This […]
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An image of swimmers forming the “BRING THEM HOME NOW” slogan with their bodies went viral on social media, claiming it to be from the ongoing Paris Olympics. Sharing the image on Facebook, a user wrote, “The Israeli Olympic team were not allowed to wear yellow ribbon pins for the hostages during the Paris Olympics. […]
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Recently, a claim has been circulating that former President Donald Trump plagiarized parts of a speech from the movie “Legally Blonde” during one of his addresses. This rumor has gained traction across social media and has led to widespread speculation. Social Media Post Trump’s 2017 speech has recirculated with claims that Trump lifted phrases directly […]
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