Images circulating on social media have sparked debate among football fans during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England midfielder Jude Bellingham was seen covering his mouth while speaking to Ghana captain Jordan Ayew during England’s group-stage match and was not punished. Days later, Ecuador defender Piero Hincapié covered his mouth while speaking to Mexico striker […]
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දිනපතා සත්ය කරුණු දැන ගැනීමට අපගේ WhatsApp චැනලයට මෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. Social media posts have been circulating claiming that the current Archbishop of Colombo, Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, will step down from his position by the end of this year. The following is a fact-check conducted in response to these claims. Social Media Posts: Several social media […]
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The viral claim circulating on platforms states that honeybee venom can “destroy 100% of breast cancer in less than 60 minutes.” Given the seriousness of cancer treatment and the potential for misinformation to influence patient decisions, this claim requires careful verification. However, a review of scientific studies and expert commentary shows that the claim is […]
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A viral post claims that scientists are close to curing baldness and reversing gray hair with a new injectable drug called ABS-201, made by the biotech company Absci. The post presents this as a major scientific breakthrough that can wake up inactive hair follicles and restart hair growth from the roots. However, our investigation shows […]
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In late September 2025, a South Korean study examining COVID-19 vaccination and cancer risk sparked widespread debate online. Multiple social posts claimed that the research “proved” vaccines cause cancer, citing increased risks for thyroid, lung, prostate, and other cancers. However, we found that the claim is missing context. Social Media Posts Multiple social media users […]
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A claim widely circulated on social media asserts that Elon Musk has introduced XChat, a groundbreaking platform designed to revolutionize private communication. Our investigation shows that while XChat does exist, some of the more technical marketing claims are misleading or overstated. Social Media Posts Viral posts portray XChat as a standalone platform representing the “future […]
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A recent social media video has been circulating that demonstrates facial self-massage techniques, such as upward forehead movements and circular cheek motions, which are claimed to reduce wrinkles and provide anti-aging benefits. While scientific studies do show some real benefits, the evidence is not as dramatic as social media makes it sound. Social Media Post […]
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Social media has erupted with claims that Aalborg Zoo in Denmark is asking the public to donate unwanted pets to feed lions, tigers, and other predatory animals. The phrasing of these posts has triggered emotional reactions worldwide, raising ethical concerns about the fate of domesticated animals at the hands of zoo carnivores. However, while the […]
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After the earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand last Friday, an image of a child appearing to be trapped under rubble was shared on social media. This led many users to believe that the child was found beneath the debris of a collapsed building following the earthquake. The image quickly gained attention and sparked strong reactions […]
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