Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the leader of the National People’s Power (NPP), has frequently been the target of misinformation and disinformation campaigns, especially as national elections approach. These campaigns often aim to undermine his credibility and sway public opinion, making it crucial to verify the accuracy of claims related to his […]
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After the incident where Donald Trump, the former president and current presidential candidate of the United States, was shot while campaigning on July 13, many misleading claims about the incident have spread on social media. One of these claims is that, in addition to being shot in the ear, Trump was also shot in the […]
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump miraculously escaped with minor injuries to his ear from a shooting attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on 13th July. The incident naturally captured headlines around the world, and a lot of attention was drawn to the person who tried this assassination attempt. Social Media Posts In this context, […]
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Vaseline, the widely recognized petroleum jelly, has an interesting history. But did its inventor, Robert Chesebrough, really consume a spoonful of it daily? And did he demonstrate its wound-healing properties by burning his skin? Let’s delve into the truth. Social Media Claims Recently, a Facebook user shared a message claiming that Robert Augustus Chesebrough, the […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The Summer Olympics are scheduled to begin in Paris on July 26, generating significant discussion on social media. However, some posts are misleading, spreading incorrect information about the event. Social Media Posts A video circulating on social media claims to show the lighting of the Olympic torch at a church in […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel People frequently discuss zoos and animals, yet there are ongoing criticisms regarding the welfare of animals in captivity. Concerns range from inadequate living conditions to the ethical implications of confining wild animals for public entertainment and education. Compounding these issues, some social media posts spread misleading information, either downplaying legitimate […]
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Recently, a video surfaced showing a kitchen gas stove exploding, accompanied by a message warning not to place your phone near the gas stove. The message claimed that doing so could cause the gas stove to explode, as shown in the video. Social Media Posts In the past week, Facebook users have shared a video […]
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Recently, a video clip was shared claiming that a Japanese journalist found an iPhone 13 in 1980. The claims in this video clip have been widely shared and reacted to by many Facebook users. However, Fact Crescendo’s fact-finding found that the claim posted on social media is misleading. Social Media Claim On June 16, 2024, […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel As the national elections in Sri Lanka approach, a significant surge of misleading social media posts is being observed. These posts are spreading false information about political parties and their policies, creating confusion among the electorate. The rapid dissemination of such misinformation on platforms like Facebook and X is contributing […]
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Live broadcasting of presidential debates is a modern and valuable tradition in the USA, promoting transparency and informed voting. However, misleading posts circulating on social media often distort information about the debate process, potentially confusing the public. Social Media Posts Social media posts claim that CNN planned to use a 1—to 2-minute broadcast delay during […]
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