Viral Image of Cardinal Robert Sarah in Papal Vestments is AI-generated!

Since Pope Francis passed away, there has been much discussion about who will lead the Catholic Church next. Many global news outlets have mentioned several names as potential frontrunners. Cardinal Robert Sarah from Guinea is among such names, a notable contender, especially among conservative church members.  Several social media posts claim he has already been […]

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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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Canadian pop singer Justin Bieber dies in a car accident?

False information about celebrity deaths frequently circulates on social media platforms in our country. This phenomenon isn’t limited to local users—people worldwide share fake news about international celebrities as well.  Social Media Posts Social media posts featuring photos claimed Justin Bieber had died in a sudden accident. These posts circulated as follows: Source | Archive […]

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Space Jump Hoax: Viral Video Misidentifies Austrian Skydiver as Australian Scientist

Recently, a viral video claiming to show an Australian scientist jumping from space has been circulating on social media. The post asserts that the scientist jumped from a height of 128,000 feet, completing a journey of 1,236 km in just over 4 minutes. Social Media Posts The video accompanying the post shows a person in […]

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Mpox Outbreak Not Linked to Shingles or COVID-19 Vaccines

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has become a global health concern. On August 14, 2024, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared the mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). This decision was prompted by the rapid increase in cases, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other African nations, […]

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Old images and videos got shared as recent earthquake in Japan

Last week, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has cancelled his planned visit to Central Asia due to an increased risk of a major earthquake along Japan’s Pacific coast. This decision follows a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck the southwestern island of Kyushu. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued its first-ever warning of a heightened risk for a […]

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Fact-Checking the Turkish Olympic Shooter Yusuf Dikec’s Origin Story

Yusuf Dikec, a renowned Turkish Olympic shooter, recently became the subject of a viral story that captivated social media. The tale claimed that Dikec took up shooting after a heated argument with his ex-wife and works as a mechanic in Istanbul. This article aims to fact-check these claims and shed light on the real background […]

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Did Trump Plagiarize from “Legally Blonde”?

Recently, a claim has been circulating that former President Donald Trump plagiarized parts of a speech from the movie “Legally Blonde” during one of his addresses. This rumor has gained traction across social media and has led to widespread speculation. Social Media Post Trump’s 2017 speech has recirculated with claims that Trump lifted phrases directly […]

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Sylvester Stallone Death Rumors Are NOT True

Recently, online rumors have suggested that the iconic actor Sylvester Stallone has died. Numerous social media users have shared their condolences for the famous actor. But is this information accurate? Let’s examine the facts. Social Media Posts Earlier today, multiple Facebook users posted an image of Stallone with claims that Sylvester Stallone recently passed away. […]

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