James Jackson, who is white, admitted to fatally stabbing 66-year-old Timothy Caughman. He said the slaying was intended to be practice for further assaults on black people.
Snopes→ Jonas Mekas, ‘Godfather’ of Avant-Garde, Dies at 96
The Lithuanian-born director, critic, patron and poet is widely regarded as the godfather of modern American avant-garde film and as an indispensable documenter of his adopted New York City.
Truth or Fiction?→ Do Portraits Depict Agnès Sorel in the 1400s Exposing Her ‘Favorite Boob’?
In January 2019, screenshots of the following Twitter claim about Agnès Sorel, lover to King Charles VII of France, began circulating on Facebook: The tweet said: “Women in the past were modest and had more respect for themselves.” Here&#
Truth or Fiction?→ Did a School Use a Creative Black and White Floor to Keep Students from Running in Halls?
In January 2019, the Facebook page “Student Teacher Problems” shared the following image and caption: How the Art Teacher prevented students from running down the hallway The Facebook post did not contain any citation or other elements tha
Snopes→ Nurse Arrested in Case of Incapacitated Woman Who Gave Birth
Investigators arrested 36-year-old Nathan Sutherland, a licensed practical nurse, on suspicion of one count of sexual assault and one count of vulnerable adult abuse, Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams said.
Snopes→ Catholic Student Says He Didn’t Disrespect Native American
Nick Sandmann said he isn't racist and for that matter, neither are his classmates.
Snopes→ AP Sources: Trump, Others Agitated by Giuliani’s Performance
Some of Trump's allies have suggested that Giuliani be barred from evening interviews because of concerns that he was going on TV after drinking, according to three Republicans close to the White House.
Snopes→ Russell Baker, Author and NY Times Columnist is Dead at 93
Allen Baker told The Associated Press that his father died on Monday from complications after a fall.
PolitiFact→ The video of high school students and the Native American drummer: When seeing isn’t believing
Editor's note: Over Martin Luther King, Jr., weekend, a brief video clip seemed to show a teenage boy confronting a tribal elder as other teenagers egged him on. The clip went viral on social media, igniting a fiery debate over what
Washington Post→ President Trump spins asylum restrictions as humanitarian relief
The president says he's acting to protect children. But the fine print of his proposal would make it harder for them to escape violence and poverty in their home countries.
Snopes→ Does This Photograph Show an Eagle Cloud Over Jerusalem?
While pareidolia may explain why we see faces (or birds) in the clouds, it doesn't explain why we post misinformation to social media.
Snopes→ Defying Pelosi, Trump Proceeds with State of the Union Plans
The president cannot speak in front of a joint session of Congress without both chambers' explicit permission. A resolution needs to be agreed to by both chambers specifying the date and time for receiving an address from the president.
Snopes→ Erin Brockovich Urges California Leaders to Halt PG&E Bankruptcy
"I'm mad, I think we should all be mad," Erin Brockovich said as she stood outside the Capitol in Sacramento alongside people who lost their homes to destructive fires.
Snopes→ Mariano Rivera 1st Unanimous HOF Pick; Halladay, Edgar Martinez, Mussina Also In
Rivera received all 425 votes in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America.
Snopes→ Did Italy Arrest Cardinals and Seize Vatican City?
"The article starts out seemingly sane and then spirals into absurdity ..."
Snopes→ Did Most States That Legalized Marijuana Use Ban Marijuana Users from Owning Guns?
A meme misrepresented the reasons why it is illegal for cannabis users to also be gun owners.
Truth or Fiction?→ Is Nathan Phillips Lying About His Military Service in Order to Raise Money?
In the wake of the days-long Covington Catholic controversy, rumors spread about its central figures, Native American rights activist Nathan Phillips of the Omaha Nation and student Nick Sandmann. As the story continued to unfold, pushed along by a
Snopes→ Trump Says He Told Sanders ‘Not to Bother’ with Briefing
The White House Correspondents Association called the decision a retreat from transparency and accountability that sets a terrible precedent.
PolitiFact→ Jacob Wohl – Yes, Kamala Harris is eligible to run for president
The Truth-o-Meter says: Pants on Fire! | Yes, Kamala Harris is eligible to run for president California Sen. Kamala Harris had barely become a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination before birther accusations started on Twitter. Harri
Snopes→ Is This a Picture of Martin Luther King and a Police Dog Used to Intimidate Him?
Man's best friend, or police intimidation tactic?
Snopes→ Blown Call Lawsuit Seeks Do-Over of Rams-Saints Game
Two New Orleans Saints season ticket holders asked a judge to order the NFL commissioner to reverse the results of the NFC championship game that sent the Los Angeles Rams to the Super Bowl, or schedule a do-over.
Snopes→ Did Nancy Pelosi Say ‘Just Because Someone Is Here Illegally Doesn’t Mean They Broke Any of Our Laws’?
The statement echoed similar sentiments expressed by Kamala Harris, Chris Christie, and Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Snopes→ Things You Should Know About This Year’s Oscar Nominations
The Associated Press compiled interesting facts about the nominations for the 91st Academy Awards.
Snopes→ Kaye Ballard, Boisterous Singer and Actress, Dies at 93
Ballard made a mark in every form of show business except movies.
Snopes→ Is Kamala Harris Not Eligible to Serve as U.S. President?
The requirements for serving as U.S. President were established over 200 years ago and haven't changed much since.
Snopes→ Trump Proposal Panned as Workers Face Another Lost Paycheck
Democrats said the legislation offers inadequate protections for "Dreamer" immigrants and Trump should reopen the government before negotiations can start.
Snopes→ Lawyers: Immigrant Kids’ Detention is Prolonged, Unexplained
A federal lawsuit filed last year was expanded to propose including the cases of more than 10,000 children.
Truth or Fiction?→ Was Activist Nathan Phillips in a Skrillex Video About ‘Attacking Police’?
After a mid-January 2019 Covington Catholic controversy made Native activist Nathan Phillips and student Nick Sandmann virally famous, dueling narratives struggled in a public narrative muddied by smears. Phillips was quickly accused by Big League Pol
Snopes→ Boys School Closes Amid Fallout Over Washington Videos
The school's principal, Robert Rowe, said that "after meeting with local authorities," they decided to close the campus "to ensure the safety of our students, faculty and staff."
Snopes→ Did Julie Sandmann Say She Wished ‘Pioneers Had Brought More Blankets with Smallpox’
Social media avatars don't always correspond with the person actually using the account.
Snopes→ Meet the Volunteer ‘Octopus Whisperer’
Wilson Menashi's work has included designing puzzle boxes for octopus as well as rubbing their backs and wrestling their arms, all intended to ensure that the highly intelligent animals receive the mental stimulation to thrive and stay healthy.
Snopes→ ‘I Still Weep’: Parkland Survivors Write Book on Shooting
"I really didn't have anyone to go to after this. My parents never lived through a shooting. My grandparents didn't know. There really wasn't anyone in my life who could answer these questions."
Snopes→ High Court Lets Military Implement Transgender Restrictions
The high court split 5-4 in allowing the plan to take effect, with the court’s five conservatives greenlighting it and its four liberal members saying they would not have.
Snopes→ Singer Chris Brown Detained in Paris After Rape Complaint
U.S. singer Chris Brown and two other people are in custody in Paris after a woman filed a rape complaint, French officials said.
Hoax-Slayer→ Léman Lake Switzerland Ice Storm Photographs
Fabulous photographs that depict an "ice storm" at a Swiss lake have been circulating via email since 2005. The post Léman Lake Switzerland Ice Storm Photographs appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Snopes→ Is Aeroméxico Offering ‘DNA Discounts’ for People Traveling to Mexico?
A commercial promoting an unusual offer from the Mexican airline gained attention from news outlets in January 2019.
Snopes→ Is This Picture From a Covington Catholic High School Basketball Game?
Covington Catholic’s students have a history of donning black body paint during their “black out” basketball games.
Snopes→ Trump’s Shutdown Solution Hangs in Limbo
Not a single Democrat publicly expressed support for President Trump's deal in the 48 hours since he announced it.
Hoax-Slayer→ Qantas ‘2 Free Tickets to All’ Facebook Giveaway Scam
According to a post currently being shared on Facebook, Australian airline Qantas is giving two tickets to everyone as a means of celebrating its 70th birthday. The post Qantas ‘2 Free Tickets to All’ Facebook Giveaway Scam appeared first
Snopes→ Notre Dame to Cover Up Murals of Columbus in the New World
They conceal another side of Columbus: the exploitation and repression of Native Americans , said the Rev. John Jenkins, president of Notre Dame.