A viral claim states that a new toxicology study confirmed every lipstick sample across major global brands contains measurable levels of cadmium, a known human carcinogen. After investigation, we found that this claim is inaccurate. Social Media Posts Several social media pages have shared graphics claiming that cadmium has been detected in all lipsticks tested, […]
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A viral post circulating on Facebook and other social media platforms claims that drinking alkaline water can help prevent or even treat cancer. Such claims have been popular in wellness and alternative-health circles for years, often shared by users promoting “alkaline diets” or homemade detox remedies. However, our review of scientific research and medical guidelines […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Social media platforms often spread false information without properly investigating the facts. Recently, a social media post was circulated stating that a mother was imprisoned with her two-month-old baby for stealing two chocolate bars. We conducted a fact-check to verify the accuracy of this post. Social Media Posts : A […]
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A video has been widely shared on social media claiming to depict “the largest civilian flotilla in modern history” sailing toward Gaza, accompanied by captions that more than 50 boats from 44 nations are participating in the mission. This claim has drawn attention, but our investigation finds the video to be misleading. Social Media Posts […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Recently, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Meanwhile, a video was shared through social media paltforms, claiming to be President Anura Kumara, in a relaxing mood. However, our investigation found that it was a case of mistaken identity; the person in the […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Video clips of prominent figures making impactful statements, which often go viral on social media platforms, are sometimes accompanied by glorified and misleading narrations. Let’s look at one such recurring clip, claiming to be the shortest ever speech, with the famous words of “Patria o Muerte” Social Media Posts : […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel At times, mainstream media outlets also misleadingly report news items without verifying the facts, which often have multiplying effects as they get shared among social media users. Let’s look at one such recent incident. Social Media Posts : Some mainstream media outlets and social media posts reported that “Sea cows […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Victory celebrations over Afghanistan in the final group match of the Asia Cup were soon turned into heartbreak for Sri Lankan cricket fans, with the news of cricketer Dunith Wellalage’s father’s untimely passing. Social media was flooded with condolences for the young cricketer, and our fact-check revealed that a photo […]
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Footage of a fire incident with captions claiming to be a recent incident is circulating widely on social media with little context. Our fact check reveals that the video actually shows a major fire in a clothing market in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in April 2023, not a recent or ongoing incident. Social Media Posts A viral […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Soon after the passing of the President’s Entitlement (Repeal) Act, which abolished special privileges provided to former presidents, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa left his official residence in Colombo for his Tangalle residence. However, within several days, social media streams were abuzz with claims that Mahinda Rajapaksa had returned to a […]
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