In today’s social media landscape, fake news is widespread and can significantly influence consumer behavior, causing brands to suffer both financially and reputationally. For instance, a recent viral article suggesting that America’s most renowned burger is no longer American-owned has been circulating rapidly on social media platforms. However, investigations by the Fact Crescendo team reveal […]
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Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Taiwan has been experiencing over 1000 aftershocks following a 7.2 magnitude earthquake on April 3, which tragically claimed the lives of at least 17 people. On April 22 and 23, the region was rattled by a 6.2 magnitude earthquake and additional tremors, resulting in only minor damage and no casualties […]
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A short video is being widely shared among Sri Lankans claiming to be an instance of the using of advanced technologies in the rapid construction of railway lines in Thalaimannar. Let’s look at the video in detail. Social Media Claims: This viral video shows the construction of a railway track with the help of a […]
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Imported tissues from China have become increasingly popular in many parts of this region, primarily because of their lower price compared to domestically produced tissues. However, there are concerns about the quality and safety of these products raised by several users on social media. Specifically, there are concerns about products with codes ending in 810 […]
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In the age of social media, captivating videos often take the internet by storm, leaving viewers in awe and sparking curiosity. Recently, a TikTok video has been making waves, claiming to showcase a restaurant in China employing a humanoid waitress. As the video gained traction, so did the skepticism surrounding its authenticity. In this fact-check […]
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In the age of social media, misinformation can spread rapidly, especially when accompanied by sensational claims that capture public attention. Recently, a viral post on Facebook claimed that China is planning to reclassify Coca-Cola as a cleaning product instead of a beverage. This alarming assertion has garnered significant attention and raised concerns about the safety […]
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Unexplained Pneumonia Surge in China Sparks Global Concern; WHO says no need to panic With the world still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, any unusual outbreak raises concerns about its potential for rapid spread and impact. In such a concerning turn of events, China is grappling with a surge in cases of an unidentified respiratory […]
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With the development of technology, new inventions are being introduced to the world daily. Social media users are also interested in those things. However, some posts shared on social media about new inventions are false and misleading the public. This is our investigation of such misleading social media posts. Social Media Posts Social media posts […]
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In February 2023, US military forces shot down a Chinese balloon roaming the US airspace. While China stated that the balloon was for climate research purposes, the US accused it was for spying on the USA. Despite uncertainty about the actual situation behind the scene, there have been many social media posts based on this […]
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It’s well-known that cardiovascular diseases and, more specifically, heart attacks contribute to millions of deaths every year. Social media and mainstream media are filled with discussions on how to avoid heart attacks, treatment methods and how to help a person who suddenly gets a heart attack immediately. While some of such social media posts include […]
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