An image that supposedly depicts Earth, Jupiter and Venus in alignment as seen from the surface of Mars is once again circulating via social media. The post Computer Generated ‘Earth, Venus and Jupiter as Seen From Mars’ Image Again Circula
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FactCheck.org→ A Guide to Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 Vaccine
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is the third COVID-19 vaccine to be authorized by the Food and Drug Administration. Here, we give a rundown of basic facts about the vaccine and an overview of how it works. Quick Summary Vaccine name: Ad26.COV2.S Desi
Snopes→ Does This Photo Show the Milky Way From Perseverance Mars Rover?
The Mars rover is equipped with five cameras.
Snopes→ Lady Gaga’s Dogs Recovered Safely After Theft, Shooting
Lady Gaga's two French bulldogs, which were stolen by thieves who shot and wounded their walker, were recovered unharmed Friday, Los Angeles police said.
AllSides - Facts and Fact Checking→ Did Dems Ask Biden To Relinquish Control of Nuclear Weapons?
https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/democrats-nuclear-weapons/ In late February 2021, conservative commen
AllSides - Facts and Fact Checking→ Did Dems Ask Biden To Relinquish Control of Nuclear Weapons?
https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/democrats-nuclear-weapons/ In late February 2021, conservative commen
Snopes→ Archeologists Find Intact Ceremonial Chariot Near Pompeii
Officials said the new find is the first ceremonial chariot unearthed in its entirety.
Snopes→ AP: Trooper Kicked, Dragged Black Man Who Died in Custody
Body camera footage shows Master Trooper Kory York dragging Ronald Greene “on his stomach by the leg shackles” following a violent arrest and high-speed pursuit, according to internal State Police records obtained by The Associated Press.
Snopes→ Did Trump’s Tax Returns Reveal He Claimed Ted Cruz as Dependent?
A routine review of content labeled satire.
Snopes→ Was the CPAC Stage Intentionally Shaped Like a Nazi Symbol?
Internet sleuths noticed the stage at the conservative gathering resembled a symbol that has been used by hate groups.
Snopes→ Does Australia’s Oldest Man Knit Sweaters for Injured Penguins?
The doll-sized sweaters were intended to help protect penguins after an oil spill.
Snopes→ Is Marjorie Taylor Greene Pushing an Anti-Witchcraft Law?
A routine review of content labeled satire.
Snopes→ Did Panasonic Create a Farting Cat Robot?
The word "cat" is a bit of a stretch.
Snopes→ What’s in an Adjective? ‘Democrat Party’ Label on the Rise
The intentional misuse of “Democrat” as an adjective has caught on with Republicans and far-right elements that were energized by the Trump presidency.
Snopes→ What’s in an Adjective? ‘Democrat Party’ Label on the Rise
The intentional misuse of “Democrat” as an adjective has caught on with Republicans and far-right elements that were energized by the Trump presidency.
Snopes→ ‘Blame Trump’ Defense in Capitol Riot Looks Like a Long Shot
The “Trump-made-me-do-it” legal strategy has already been shot down by at least one judge.
Snopes→ ‘Blame Trump’ Defense in Capitol Riot Looks Like a Long Shot
The “Trump-made-me-do-it” legal strategy has already been shot down by at least one judge.
Snopes→ Is Emma Watson Retiring from Acting?
The actor’s dormant social media accounts led to speculation online.
Snopes→ Is Emma Watson Retiring from Acting?
The actor’s dormant social media accounts led to speculation online.
Snopes→ LeBron James Rejects Zlatan’s Criticism of Activist Athletes
Zlatan Ibrahimovic called it “a mistake” for James and other athletes to get involved in political causes, saying they should “just do what you do best, because it doesn’t look good.”
Snopes→ LeBron James Rejects Zlatan’s Criticism of Activist Athletes
Zlatan Ibrahimovic called it “a mistake” for James and other athletes to get involved in political causes, saying they should “just do what you do best, because it doesn’t look good.”
Snopes→ Highlights of the COVID-19 Relief Bill Advancing in Congress
The Senate, which Democrats control with a tie-breaking vote from the vice president, will consider the bill next.
Snopes→ Highlights of the COVID-19 Relief Bill Advancing in Congress
The Senate, which Democrats control with a tie-breaking vote from the vice president, will consider the bill next.
NYT > U.S. > Politics→ Assessing Claims in the Coronavirus Stimulus Debate
Lawmakers have made an array of misleading claims about “Pelosi’s subway,” unauthorized immigrants receiving checks, school funding and the minimum wage as they debate the $1.9 trillion relief bill.
NYT > U.S. > Politics→ Assessing Claims in the Coronavirus Stimulus Debate
Lawmakers have made an array of misleading claims about “Pelosi’s subway,” unauthorized immigrants receiving checks, school funding and the minimum wage as they debate the $1.9 trillion relief bill.
NYT > U.S. > Politics→ Assessing Claims in the Coronavirus Stimulus Debate
Lawmakers have made an array of misleading claims about “Pelosi’s subway,” unauthorized immigrants receiving checks, school funding and the minimum wage as they debate the $1.9 trillion relief bill.
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Hoax-Slayer→ Parrot For Sale or Adoption Advance Fee Scams
Internet scammers use many and varied ruses to separate the unwary from their hard-earned money. One such ruse specifically targets parrot fanciers. The post Parrot For Sale or Adoption Advance Fee Scams appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: ‘Louder with Crowder’ Video Of Vacant Voter Addresses In Nevada, Michigan Includes Errors, Is NOT Proof Of ‘Mass Voter Fraud’
Is a "Louder with Crowder" video that shows vacant lots at voter addresses in Nevada and Michigan proof of voter fraud? No, that's not true: Lead Stories dug into the Nevada data and found at least two types of mistakes. In some instances
Snopes→ Did Oreo Tweet ‘Eat the Rich’?
The Twitter account for the popular cookie did weigh in on at least one political issue in late February 2021.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: It Is NOT True There Is "No Evidence" Masks or Lockdowns Slow COVID-19 Spread
Is there "still no evidence masks or lockdowns slow the spread of COVID-19"? No, that's not true: The claim was posted with no citation of studies disproving the effectiveness of masks and lockdowns. On the other hand, there are now dozen
Snopes→ Did Mitch McConnell Say He’d Support Trump as GOP Nominee in 2024?
During an appearance on Fox News, U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell seemed to indicate he would support the former president if he ran again.
Snopes→ Does This Photo Show Half-Male, Half-Female Cardinal?
In theory, such a bird would also be able to both lay and fertilize eggs.
Snopes→ Did Dems Ask Biden To Relinquish Control of Nuclear Weapons?
The president's critics framed a letter by House Democrats as evidence of bipartisan support to strip him of his executive duties.
TruthOrFiction→ ‘The New Soul of Harlem’
The sight of a poster promoting an all-white “new soul of Harlem” shook up some readers February 2021 before a local business reassured them that it was not an authentic case of gentrification gone too far, once again proving that Poe’
Snopes→ Is US Government Requiring Pantyhose Worn Over Masks?
During the pandemic, more people are looking for ways to make their cloth masks more effective.
Snopes→ Dems Near Relief Bill OK by House, Ponder Wage Plan Rescue
A virtual party-line House vote was expected on the COVID-19 relief measure.
Snopes→ US Advisers Endorse Single-Shot COVID-19 Vaccine from J&J
The Food and Drug Administration is expected to quickly follow the recommendation.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Details Of Inaugural Wreath Ceremony Do NOT Mean Biden Isn’t Official President
Is Joe Biden not the official president because soldiers at a wreath ceremony did not wear their decorations on their coats and the 21-gun salute was moved to Arlington Cemetery on January 20, 2021? No, that's not true: Biden is the offic
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Details Of Inaugural Wreath Ceremony Do NOT Mean Biden Isn’t Official President
Is Joe Biden not the official president because soldiers at a wreath ceremony did not wear their decorations on their coats and the 21-gun salute was moved to Arlington Cemetery on January 20, 2021? No, that's not true: Biden is the offic