Facebook said it has uncovered "sophisticated" efforts, possibly linked to Russia, to influence U.S. politics on its platforms.
Snopes→ Did Principal Mamasai Mamakusa Expel Two Children for Wearing Crucifixes?
A junk news site invented a story about a school principal expelling two children over their religious views.
Snopes→ Two Love: Identical Twin Brothers to Wed Identical Sisters
The couples plan to move in together into a two-bedroom apartment in Fenton.
Snopes→ 2 Drivers Cited for Going Too Slow in Idaho Under New Law
Lt. Shawn Staley says vehicles moving slowly in passing lanes can cause accidents.
Snopes→ Cicero’s ‘Two Thousand Year Old Warning’ About Treason
For critics of President Trump, an old quotation about "treason from within" was relevant in 2018. But who actually came up with it?
Snopes→ Woodruff: Got Lump in Throat Telling of Trump Inaccuracy
"PBS NewsHour," the nightly broadcast anchored by managing editor Woodruff, is careful about using the term lying in regards to Trump and other people in the news, she said.
Snopes→ Draft Poster for “The Empire Strikes Back” Sells for $26,400
Heritage Auctions says a long-time pop culture collector who wished to remain anonymous made the winning bid in the Dallas auction.
Snopes→ Fisherman Lands Lively 400-Pound Shark Off Coast
Up in Massachusetts, a second shark was not so lucky on Saturday.
Snopes→ TV’s Judge Judy Purchases $9 Million Newport Mansion
According to a statement from Gustave White Sotheby's International Realty, the house has a two-story entrance hall, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and "lovely ocean views."
Snopes→ Huge Sea-Life Sculptures Made from Ocean’s Plastic Trash
It is part of a project called "Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea."
Snopes→ Alex Trebek Can See Life Without ‘Jeopardy’
He noted he'll be 80 and will have hosted the show for 36 years.
Snopes→ Twosday? Will 2/22/2022 Really Fall on a Tuesday?
The 22nd day of the 2nd month of the year 2022 will fall on a Tuesday, thus creating a robust "twosday."
Snopes→ Don’t Call Dolphin Hybrid Spotted Off Hawaii a ‘Wholphin’
Scientists are touting the first sighting of the hybrid off Hawaii.
Climate Feedback→ Washington Post story puts recent weather extremes in accurate climate change context
SCIENTISTS’ FEEDBACK SUMMARY This story in The Washington Post lists a variety of extreme weather events seen around the Northern Hemisphere recently. The article explains that some of these types of weather are known to be connected to human-
Snopes→ San Antonio Aquarium Recovers Shark Stolen in Baby Stroller
A shark police say was snatched from a petting tank at the San Antonio Aquarium and wheeled out in a baby stroller is back home alive.
Snopes→ ‘M.A.S.H.’ Star Alan Alda Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease
The 82-year-old says he's not angry and considers it a challenge.
Snopes→ Chipotle $100 Gift Card Giveaway
Chipotle is not offering free $100 gift cards for National Avocado Day to internet users who share a link with their friends.
PolitiFact→ Larry Kudlow – Trump economic chief Larry Kudlow wrong about CBO report on tax cuts
The Truth-o-Meter says: False | Trump economic chief Larry Kudlow wrong about CBO report on tax cuts With the economy growing at 4.1 percent in the last quarter, the White House sees vindication of its policies ahead of the midterm elections. Larry
Hoax-Slayer→ AOL ‘Cancel Deactivation’ Phishing Scam Email
According to this email, which purports to be from AOL, you recently made a request to shut down your email account. The message claims that the request will be processed shortly. The post AOL ‘Cancel Deactivation’ Phishing Scam Email app
Hoax-Slayer→ HOAX -‘Breast Larvae Infestation From Undergarments’
Circulating message that includes an image depicting an unusual rash on a woman's breast, claims that the rash harboured live larvae that were feeding off her fat, tissue, and milk canals. The post HOAX -‘Breast Larvae Infestation From Undergarm
Hoax-Slayer→ FACT CHECK: Does Facebook Only Show Posts From 25 Friends?
According to various messages that have been circulating on Facebook for several months, a new Facebook algorithm is limiting posts on your newsfeed so that you only ever see posts from the same 25 friends. The post FACT CHECK: Does Facebook Only Show
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Trump NOT Fired After Critics Dig Up Current Tweets
Offensive social media posts can cost you your job. Just ask Roseanne Barr. But a story that has reached viral velocity on Facebook and other platforms -- as measured by our Trendolizer system -- saying President Donald Trump has been "fired"
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Vegan Lion Tamer NOT Arrested For Feeding His Animals Only Carrots
Was a vegan lion tamer named Darrell Johnson arrested for only feeding his animals a vegan carrot-based mixture? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a Canadian site that makes up stories about bizarre crimes and sex acts for enterta
Snopes→ Has Iowa Seen an Alarming Increase in “Vanishing Children” This Summer?
Statistics sound much scarier when presented without any context whatsoever.
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – No, Donald Trump's poll numbers do not beat Lincoln, all other GOP presidents
The Truth-o-Meter says: False | No, Donald Trump's poll numbers do not beat Lincoln, all other GOP presidents President Donald Trump is known for tooting his own horn. In recent weeks, one of the accomplishments he’s been trumpeting is his st
Snopes→ Fentanyl Maker Joins Lawsuit To Block Nevada Execution Plan
A maker of the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl joined a bid to block the use of its product in what would be the first execution in Nevada in more than 12 years using a three-drug combination never before tried in any state.
Snopes→ PBS to Air Documentaries On Woodstock and the Human Genome
The two-hour documentary on Woodstock will air in 2019 and will examine the events that led up to the three-day festival that would become one of the defining moments of the tumultuous 1960s.
Snopes→ Airport Uses Massive Maple Syrup Jugs to Pitch Food Website
The jugs will be accompanied by 7-foot-long (2.1-meter-long) blocks of cheddar cheese.
Snopes→ ‘Guardians’ Cast Issues Open Letter in Support of James Gunn
Chris Pratt and his fellow "Guardians of the Galaxy" castmates are coming out in support of ousted director James Gunn 10 days after his firing.
PolitiFact→ The effects of Donald Trump's trade war
For workers in America’s heartland, the good news of savings from President Donald Trump’s tax cuts is getting overshadowed by concern over his disruptive trade policies. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, one of a few Democrats facing tight midterm batt
Snopes→ New England Senators Seek to Designate National Lobster Day
The resolution is being led by Maine's U.S. Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins, who say it honors not only the lobsters but also the people who harvest, ship and cook them.
Snopes→ Bode Miller and Wife Talk About Daughter’s Drowning
The couple appeared in their first public interview on NBC's "Today" show.
Snopes→ Prosecutor: Minneapolis Cops Justified in Shooting Black Man
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said Thurman Blevins was fleeing from officers with a loaded handgun and had refused commands to stop and show his hands.
Snopes→ Is the Hammerhead Bat a Real Animal?
A photograph showing an odd-looking, large bat with an elongated face features a real animal, but the image may make the bat appear larger than normal.
Snopes→ Does This Photograph Show the Water Filtration Power of Oysters?
Oysters sustain themselves by sucking microscopic plankton out of the waters they inhabit, and this behavior also turns them into natural water filters.
Snopes→ Did Congressman Jason Lewis Call for a Dress Code for American Women?
In his career as a radio host, Lewis said he should be able to call women "sluts" but did not demand they be dressed demurely and "fully-clothed."
Washington Post→ Wilbur Ross’s false claim to Congress that the census citizenship question was DOJ’s idea
The commerce secretary said the Justice Department asked him to change the census. But newly released emails show Ross was the driving force.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Boston Pastor NOT Accused Of Coating Hosts With Cocaine, Crystal Meth Before Service
Was a 38-year-old priest named Julian McMillan arrested in Boston for coating the hosts in his church with drugs? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a Canadian site that makes up tales about bizarre crimes and sex acts for entertain
Snopes→ Trump Willing to Shut Down Government Over Border Security
President Donald Trump said he'd be willing to shut down the government if Democrats refuse to vote for his immigration proposals, including building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Lead Stories→ Not Fake News: Facebook suspends conspiracy theorist & InfoWars host Alex Jones
From the "about damn time" department" comes this trending report that is not fake. Facebook moved against the personal page of InfoWars creator Alex Jones. We know it is true because Facebook says so. "We received reports related to four diff