The numbers aren't entirely clear, but the Food Network star certainly coordinated a major relief effort in Redding, California, over two days.
Hoax-Slayer→ FAKE-NEWS: Sindisiwe Lydia Chikunga ‘Switch off Headlamps’ Quote
According to a circulating report, the South African Government's Deputy Minister of Transport Sindisiwe Lydia Chikunga has advised drivers that switching your car's headlamps off when driving at night can save fuel. The post FAKE-NEWS: Sindisiwe Ly
Snopes→ Could an Impeached President Be Pardoned and Regain Office?
A meme posits a highly improbable, if not absolutely impossible, scenario under which an impeached President Trump could regain the White House.
Snopes→ Is Fatima Hemminger the First Female Muslim Commander of the 12th Air Force?
Fatima Hemminger is actually a fictional character who resides solely in realm of manipulated images.
Snopes→ U.S. Court Declares Trump’s ‘Sanctuary Cities’ Order Illegal
In a 2-1 decision, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed that the order exceeded the president's authority.
Snopes→ Advocates Say Immigrant Child Died After Leaving ICE Custody
A report that a child died shortly after being released from a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Texas inflamed the debate over the detention of immigrant families, though there were few details about what actually happened.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Singer And Actress Demi Lovato Has NOT Died At 25
Did singer and actress Demi Lovato pass away aged 25 after a heroin overdose? No, that's not true: the part about the overdose is real but news of her passing was spread around by a website known for publishing death hoaxes. The site is very l
Snopes→ Police: Bush’s Doctor’s Killing May Have Been Act of Revenge
Joseph James Pappas, 62, should be considered armed, dangerous and possibly suicidal, Houston police Chief Art Acevedo said.
Snopes→ Did the Obama Administration Approve the Transfer of Money to a Listed Terrorism Funder?
An investigation into U.S. international aid practises in 2015 hit the headlines in July 2018.
Snopes→ Does This Photograph Show Che Guevara Executing Two Women?
Claims that a photograph shows Che Guevara executing two women appear to be based solely on the fact that the pictured man is wearing a military beret.
Snopes→ Colorado Man Fined $1K for Repeatedly Feeding Bears
The Durango Herald reports a resident reported to Colorado Parks and Wildlife that they had seen a man leaving out food in his backyard for bears.
Snopes→ Was a ‘Pedophiles Are People Too’ Notice Posted Near an Oregon School?
A sign reading "Pedophiles are People Too" was briefly pinned to a telephone pole near a school in Oregon, but this poster was likely created as part of a troll campaign.
Snopes→ Is Starbucks Replacing Plastic Straws with Paper Straws Wrapped in Plastic?
A meme criticizing Starbucks' use of paper straws wrapped in plastic packaging employed an image of an unrelated product.
Snopes→ Python That Went Missing During California Fire is Found
Sandra Dodge-Streich, owner of Redding Reptiles, says the snake was placed in a plastic bin and brought to a home after flames moved closer last week.
Snopes→ Faced With Losses, MoviePass Discount Tix Service Hikes Fee
The new $15-a-month rate for up to one movie each day still won't make MoviePass profitable.
FactCheck.org→ Trump’s Trade-Balance Mistake
President Donald Trump is saying that the U.S. balance of trade improved by a “tremendous” $52 billion in the second quarter of 2018. But the correct figure is much smaller — $22 billion — as two economists with expertise in tra
Snopes→ Out of Line: New Zealand Girl Gets Sexist Road Signs Changed
Seven-year-old Zoe Carew knew it wasn't right when she saw people working on power lines near the road and a warning sign that read "LINEMEN."
Snopes→ Did Outback Steakhouse Announce They Are Banning Supporters of President Donald Trump?
A notorious producer of junk news posted a fabricated meme about the popular restaurant chain.
Snopes→ House Speaker Paul Ryan Uncovers Jewish Roots on PBS Show
House Speaker Paul Ryan was surprised and proud to find out he has Jewish roots.
Snopes→ Is a Stone Mountain Implosion Event Being Planned by the City of Atlanta?
A Facebook event inviting viewers to watch the implosion of Stone Mountain was created by a parody account.
PolitiFact→ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez – Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez overplays defense budget increase
The Truth-o-Meter says: False | Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez overplays defense budget increase Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the democratic socialist who beat incumbent Rep. Joe Crowley in a New York primary race, has some ideas on how to finance programs
Snopes→ Trump Calls on Sessions to End Mueller’s Russia Probe
President Donald Trump called for Attorney General Jeff Sessions to put an end to special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe.
PolitiFact→ Nancy Pelosi – Did wages fall by 1.8 percent after Donald Trump's tax cut?
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly False | Did wages fall by 1.8 percent after Donald Trump's tax cut? Democrats have countered President Donald Trump’s message of positive economic growth by trying to highlight parts of the economy that haven&rs
Snopes→ Hardwick Will Resume NBC Roles After Assault Claim Review
NBC said that Hardwick will serve as a guest host on "America's Got Talent" and will return as host for season three of "The Wall" game show.
Snopes→ Thieves Steal Swedish Royal Jewels, Escape by Speedboat
Police say thieves have stolen priceless treasures from the Swedish royal regalia before speeding off by motorboat.
Snopes→ Official Says Agency Warned Family Separation Bad for Kids
Lawmakers and journalists who have visited some detention facilities around the country and migrants themselves have reported poor conditions.
Snopes→ Attorney General Launches ‘Religious Liberty Task Force’
American culture has become “less hospitable to people of faith,” Attorney General Jeff Sessions said in vowing that the Justice Department would protect people’s religious freedom and convictions.
FactCheck.org→ Jennifer Garner Supported Hillary Clinton
Q: Did actress Jennifer Garner say, “I’m joining Trump train”? A: There is no evidence of that. Garner supported Hillary Clinton for president in 2016. FULL ANSWER Jennifer Garner was a vocal supporter of Hillary Clinton for pres
PolitiFact→ The Other 98% – Facebook graphic misrepresents Trump's $12 billion aid package to farmers after China tariffs
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly False | Facebook graphic misrepresents Trump's $12 billion aid package to farmers after China tariffs President Donald Trump has recently faced criticism for his decision to authorize $12 billion in programs to assist
Internet Archive→ President Trump Holds Rally in Tampa, Florida : CSPAN2 : August 1, 2018 6:48am-8:01am EDT
President Trump was in Tampa, Florida where he spoke at a rally for GOP candidates including Rep. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) who's running for governor. The president also gave his support to current Florida Governor Rick Scott (R) who's running for the U.S..
PolitiFact→ Bloggers – No evidence that so-called Satanic leader sacrificed 600 children
The Truth-o-Meter says: Half-True | No evidence that so-called Satanic leader sacrificed 600 children A viral video shows a masked man who claims he sacrificed 675 people, many of them children, to maintain his demonic powers. The confession, which
Hoax-Slayer→ Fake Facebook Posts Claim That Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Is Giving Away Cash and Prizes
Posts from Facebook profiles and Pages that claim to be associated with popular US celebrity Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson are promising users cash and prizes in exchange for sharing and downloading movies. The post Fake Facebook Posts Claim That Dwayne &
Washington Post→ President Trump has made 4,229 false or misleading claims in 558 days
In his first year as president, Trump made 2,140 false or misleading claims. Now, just six months later, he has almost doubled that total.
Hoax-Slayer→ OneDrive ‘DocuSign this Document’ Phishing Scam
This email claims that a document has been sent to you via Microsoft's document storage and sharing platform OneDrive. The subject line of the email suggests that you need to provide an electronic signature using DocuSign. The post OneDrive ‘Doc
Snopes→ Judge Blocks Release of Blueprints for 3D-Printed Guns
A federal judge has stopped the release of blueprints to make untraceable and undetectable 3D-printed plastic guns.
Snopes→ Trump at Rally Makes False Claim on Photo IDs for Groceries
President Donald Trump wrongly claimed that shoppers need to show photo identification to buy groceries and accused Democrats of obstructing his agenda.
PolitiFact→ Fact-checking Donald Trump's rally in Tampa with Ron DeSantis
At a campaign-style rally in Tampa, President Donald Trump threw his support behind Republican Congressman Ron DeSantis’ bid to take the Florida governor’s mansion. DeSantis faces Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam in the Aug. 28 Re
Snopes→ Highway Patrol Officer Rescues Fawn from California Wildfire
A highway patrol officer who became an internet sensation after he helped rescue a month-old fawn from a Northern California wildfire said he didn't expect the photos to go viral.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Drug Dealer Did NOT Call Cops On Demi Lovato After She Ran Off Without Paying For Heroin
Did singer Demi Lovato get the cops called on herself when she ran off without paying her dealer for heroin? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a notorious "fauxtire" site that makes up stories about bizarre crimes and weird sex ac
Snopes→ Does This Image Show a Peaceful Meeting of a Lion and a Zebra at a Watering Hole?
A picture of a zebra and a lion sharing a tranquil moment at a watering hole was digitally created for an advertisement.