Join Our WhatsApp Channel for Daily Fact Check Alerts. The humanitarian crisis continues to worsen in Gaza; international organisations are continuously calling for an end to the violence and a peaceful resolution to the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The ongoing situation has led to a negative portrayal of both Israel and Hamas and their leaders. Some […]
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Viral content related to extraordinary artistic performances often gets inaccurately misattributed, both knowingly and unintentionally. Examining instances of such misrepresented instances, we aim to foster awareness and encourage a more discerning community focused on accuracy. Social Media Posts A viral video circulating on social media claims to feature a 75-year-old grandmother and her grandson participating […]
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This is an old video from Syria and shows militia forces loyal to the Syrian government stab two detainees. Amid the ongoing Israel- Palestine war, a disturbing video allegedly shows Israeli soldiers torturing Palestinians has gone viral on social media. In the viral video, one of the men seemed to have bled to death while […]
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American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift was named Time’s Person of the Year 2023, not Elon Musk. Musk was named the magazine’s Person of the Year in 2021. An image of the cover photo of TIME magazine is circulating on social media, claiming that the magazine has awarded the tag of “Person of the Year” to Tesla […]
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The Israel-Hamas conflict has been a focal point of international attention, with tensions escalating and leading to widespread concerns about the impact on civilians in the Gaza Strip. Amidst the turmoil, various pieces of information, including videos, circulate on social media platforms, often shaping public perceptions. One such video that has recently gone viral purports […]
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The construction work at the much-awaited grand Hindu Temple in Ayodhya, Ram Mandir, is nearing its completion and is expected to be open to the public in early 2024. The temple is a significant symbol of the Hindu community and religious identity in India and has garnered much social media buzz. Here, we shed light […]
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In recent events, several ships near the Yemeni shore became targets of missile and drone attacks. Unfortunately, these incidents were accompanied by the spread of misleading information on social media platforms. Our investigation aims to address the dissemination of false content, particularly focusing on a misleading video that has surfaced in connection with these attacks. […]
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Currently, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on a tour in the United States, seeking increased assistance in the ongoing conflict with Russia. However, there have been instances of misleading information circulating regarding his visit. Our investigation aims to shed light on one such misleading video. Social Media Posts Viral social media posts suggest Ukrainian President […]
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Even though many people have lived longer than 100 years on Earth, a picture of an elderly woman celebrating her 300th birthday is never heard in recorded history. Yet some social media users have questioned the veracity and even some have believed this to be a real incident. Let’s look at the claim first. Social […]
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To navigate this information landscape successfully, media literacy becomes a crucial skill. In the era of social media, distinguishing between credible news and misinformation is more challenging than ever. The sheer volume of information creates confusion and makes it hard to separate actual events from misleading or false depictions. To navigate this information landscape successfully, […]
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