A rumor that the popular messaging site was about to be taken off line originated on a prank news site.
Publication: prank news
Snopes→ Devastating Snowfall Predicted For NW Montana In Early 2018?
Claims about a "devastating snowfall" predicted for Montana in 2018 originated with a prank generator site and had no basis in fact.
Snopes→ Did Virginia’s Governor Legalize Marijuana?
A prank news article led to widespread rumors that Governor Terry McAuliffe had passed a law legalizing marijuana across Virginia.
Snopes→ Dollar Tree Closing All Stores?
Neither Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, nor Dollar General is closing all their stores, despite a widespread rumor on social media.
Snopes→ Dollar Tree Closing All Stores?
Neither Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, nor Dollar General is closing all their stores, despite a widespread rumor on social media.
Snopes→ Permanent Closure at Walt Disney World Due to Hurricane Irma?
Rumors holding that Walt Disney World would close the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds due to damage from Hurricane Irma originated on a prank web site.
Snopes→ Prank News: What You Need to Know
A growing number of "prank" web sites allow users to create their own fake news stories -- here's how they work and how to spot them.
Snopes→ Popeyes Manager Arrested for Dipping Chicken in Cocaine?
Reports that a Popeyes manager was busted for lacing chicken breading with cocaine to increase sales are fake news.
Snopes→ Will Netflix be Discontinued Because of Rampant Account Sharing?
Reports that Netflix would be closing in June 2017 because too many people share their accounts with friends originated with a prank news site.
Snopes→ William H. Macy Death Hoax
A prank news site falsely claimed 'Shameless' star William H. Macy died of a heart attack 'last night.'
Snopes→ Andrew Lincoln Death Hoax
A prank news site tricked social media users into believing "Walking Dead" actor Andrew Lincoln had died.