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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NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully concluded in April 2026 with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Social media posts share a set of images claiming to show the return of NASA’s Artemis II mission to Earth, highlighting details such as high-speed reentry and splashdown recovery. However, the accompanying images appear highly stylized and cinematic, raising […]
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A claim circulating on social media platforms suggests that high-dose vitamin D can help the body convert excess calories into muscle instead of fat, implying that increasing vitamin D intake could fundamentally alter body composition and improve fitness outcomes. However, a closer review of the scientific evidence shows that this claim is misleading. Social Media […]
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A claim circulating on social media states that astronomers have detected a mysterious “cosmic crack” in the Milky Way. According to viral posts, an unseen force moved through part of the galaxy without emitting light, heat, or any visible signal, leaving behind a 230-light-year “fracture.” However, the viral image depicting a dark rip in space […]
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Claims have circulated on social media that a recent study has found the human Y chromosome is “slowly disappearing,” raising concerns that male births could eventually cease, suggesting a possible male-less future. However, current scientific evidence does not support the conclusion that the Y chromosome is imminently disappearing or that male births are under threat. […]
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A claim circulating widely on social media platforms alleges that NASA has issued a warning about a 2% chance of an asteroid hitting Earth on February 14. The post has gained traction by combining a specific probability figure with the notable date of Valentine’s Day. However, an examination of available evidence indicates the claim is […]
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A claim circulating widely on social media platforms alleges that Alyssa Carson, at just 23 years old, has been selected to become the first human to land on Mars on a one-way mission and will never return to Earth. However, our review shows that this claim is false. Social Media Posts Viral posts typically describe […]
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A widely shared story claims that a 19-year-old woman from Mineiros, Goiás, Brazil, gave birth to twins who have two different biological fathers. The report has been repeated by international outlets and social media posts, often framed as a “one-in-a-million” case that surprised doctors worldwide. While this claim is true, the way it spreads online […]
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A viral claim asserts that children “inherit all of their intelligence from their mother,” often referencing simplified headlines claiming “science proves intelligence comes from mom.” These posts regularly attract large engagement because they appear to offer an easy genetic explanation for a complex trait. However, our investigation found that this claim is an oversimplification and […]
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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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