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Viral Picture Comparing Donald Trump’s Inauguration Crowd Sizes in 2017 and 2025 Is Misleading

A viral image circulating on social media claims to compare the crowd sizes at Donald Trump’s 2017 inauguration with his supposed 2025 inauguration. The image, shared widely on platforms like X and Facebook, allegedly shows a stark difference, with the 2025 crowd appearing significantly smaller. Social Media Claims The Telegraph’s X account shared two photos […]

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Fact Check: Image of LA house surviving wildfires was created by AI

During ongoing Los Angeles wildfires, a viral image circulated showing a lone house standing unburned among burned-down homes in the surrounding area. The image was shared with claims that it captured the aftermath of these wildfires. Social Media Posts Social media users widely shared the image of the house, claiming it showed the aftermath of […]

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Mobile Phone Flashlights: Explosion Risk or Myth?

A recent circulating message warns against using mobile phone flashlights near electrical circuit boards, circuit breakers, high-voltage equipment, fuel tanks, or gas tanks, claiming it may cause an explosion. We discovered messages circulating on LINE and Facebook platforms warning translated as: “Do not use mobile phone flashlights to illuminate circuit breakers, high-voltage cutouts, fuel tanks, […]

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Laika is not the first dog in space,but the first to orbit earth

November 3, 1957, is an important date in the calendar of history because Laika, Russia’s mongrel dog, set off into space on Sputnik 2. Laika, one of the strong symbols in the early years of the space race, is remembered as a token of man’s determination to set out into the cosmos. A stray from […]

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Nestlé’s Ex-CEO on Water Rights: Misunderstood Comments Clarified

For years, a controversial claim has circulated online, alleging that Peter Brabeck-Letmathe, former CEO of Nestlé, declared water should not be a human right. This assertion has ignited backlash against Nestlé and raised concerns about corporate control over water resources. The quote attributed to Brabeck has sparked debates on whether water should be considered a […]

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Scam Alert: “Netflix Update Your Payment Details” Email – How to Recognize and Avoid It

Have you recently received an email claiming your Netflix account needs an urgent payment details update? Before clicking any links or entering information, take a closer look. Scammers have crafted clever phishing emails that mimic Netflix’s official communication style. They use the “Update Your Payment Details” ploy to trick users into revealing sensitive information. In […]

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OpenAI is NOT launching a new AI model called “Orion” in December!

The rumour that OpenAI will release a new AI model called “Orion” by December has gained significant traction across social media and online news outlets. Speculation about the model has included everything from potential new functionalities to competitive positioning against rival AI technologies.  Social Media Claims Reports of OpenAI’s alleged “Orion” model release surfaced across […]

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Nurofen Does NOT Contain Graphene Oxide

Recently, claims have been circulating on social media that Nurofen, a popular pain relief medication, contains graphene oxide. These claims have sparked concern among consumers about potential health risks. Social Media Posts A claim circulating online alleges that Nurofen contains graphene oxide, a controversial material purported to be used in some medical products. This claim […]

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The viral image of Fisher-Price “My First Dealer Kit” is not real

Recently, a controversial image has been circulating on social media platforms. The image purportedly shows a Fisher-Price toy set called “My First Dealer Kit,” containing items that are highly inappropriate for children. Social Media Posts A viral image circulating on social media claims that Fisher-Price is selling a toy called “My First Dealer Kit.” This […]

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Debunking the Microsoft Microchip in COVID-19 Vaccines Claims

During the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a series of unsubstantiated rumors began to circulate. One particularly notable claim suggested that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates was incorporating microchips into the vaccines. Despite being conclusively disproven, this misinformation gained significant traction. The rapid spread of this false narrative led to widespread concern and confusion among the […]

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