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No evidence from the Epstein files shows that Bill Gates discussed a “strain pandemic simulation” with Jeffrey Epstein

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A claim circulating on social media platforms alleges that a newly released batch of Jeffrey Epstein-related files reveals that Bill Gates discussed a so-called “strain pandemic simulation” with Jeffrey Epstein as early as 2017. However, our fact-check found this claim to be false with no substantial evidence. Social Media Posts The viral posts typically claim […]

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Did NASA Warn of 2% Asteroid Impact Risk on Valentine’s Day 2026?

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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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Debunked: Image of Trump’s Healed Ear Sparks Misleading Claims

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On July 23, Bryson DeChambeau, an American professional golfer, uploaded a new episode of his popular show “Break 50” on his YouTube channel. This episode was especially noteworthy as it featured a special guest: former President Donald Trump. The episode garnered significant attention and sparked many discussions online. Amidst the buzz, some social media users […]

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Does “Tattoo Popping Candy” Contain Addictive Substances? Find out the facts…

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One of the strategies adopted by drug dealers to lure young clientele is mixing substances with over-the-counter pain remedies and other familiar products, at times even candy products. As a result, once in a while, viral advisory messages get shared about the detrimental effects of certain candy products.  But how many such claims are really […]

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The Truth Behind the Alleged Recent Rampage by Muslim Kurds in Japan

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Recently, a video has been circulating online, purportedly showing Muslim Kurds causing chaos in Japan. In this article, we explore the details and uncover the truth behind this viral claim. Social Media Posts On February 20, an X user shared the video in question, claiming that a video shows Muslim Kurds on a rampage in […]

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The Mesmerizing Video Falsely Alleged to Show Biblical Red Sea Parting!

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A video has recently circulated on social media, purporting to show the location in the Red Sea where Moses (Hazrat Musa) made a path for his people to escape from Pharaoh Ramses II’s army. This claim has spread across various social media platforms. Social Media Posts The video in question was shared by a Facebook […]

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The Floral Resurrection of Antarctica: Revealing the Effects of Climate Change on the Continent’s Ecosystem

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Global climate change undoubtedly affects the entire world, and no ecosystem is immune to its effects. Polar ecosystems are particularly vulnerable, and there is a lot of misleading information being spread about the impact of climate change on these ecosystems. This investigation examines some posts about environmental changes in Antarctica. Social media posts Social media […]

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This is NOT an image of a road built to avoid cutting down one tree in a desert!

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Preserving our environment, including its vital components like trees, is crucial for humanity’s survival and our planet’s well-being. Many social media users regularly discuss the importance of the natural environment and the urgent need for conservation efforts. However, some social media posts use deceptive or manipulated content when conveying these messages. This investigation aims to […]

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No, the Aphelion Phenomenon does not cause extreme cold weather

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A number of posts and forwarded messages across social media platforms are going viral with claims that climate change is taking place and weather will get colder now due to a certain natural phenomenon.  The message says that the phenomenon of aphelion will begin ‘tomorrow’ so the weather will get colder and one should be […]

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