For nearly three months, Fan hasn't been seen or heard from in public in any verifiable way.
Snopes→ Oklahoma Astronaut Corn Maze Photographed from Space
The maze was created in partnership with the Stafford Air and Space Museum, named for the astronaut, in nearby Weatherford.
FactCheck.org→ Vying for Veterans’ Votes in Nevada
Competing campaign ads in the Nevada Senate race would have voters believe both candidates have done a disservice to veterans. But a closer inspection reveals cracks in several of the claims. Ads from Republican Sen. Dean Heller, the National Republic
Snopes→ Dallas Police Officer Accused in Neighbor’s Death Fired
A white police officer accused of fatally shooting her black neighbor inside his own apartment has been dismissed
Snopes→ Agency Says Two-Headed Snake May Go to Educational Facility
The Wildlife Center of Virginia says the snake was found in a northern Virginia neighborhood.
Snopes→ Did a Woman Sue Samsung After Her Cellphone Got Stuck in Her Vagina?
People sue over the oddest things, but this scenario is probably not actionable.
Snopes→ Latest Stunt Near Grand Canyon is a Will Smith Bungee Jump
The Grand Canyon is alluring for promotional purpose because it's "world-famous, spectacular and scary to most people."
FactCheck.org→ How Potent Is Methane?
Two federal agencies this month took steps that would allow the oil and gas industry to release more methane, a greenhouse gas, into the environment. Critics warned that methane is more potent than carbon dioxide at trapping the Earth’s heat, but som
Snopes→ Rosenstein Expecting to Be Fired, Heads to White House
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein headed to the White House expecting to be fired by President Donald Trump, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
Snopes→ Cosby Lawyers Argue over Pennsylvania’s Sex Predator Law
Trying to avoid the designation of "sexually violent predator," Bill Cosby's lawyers argued the law is unconstitutional.
Snopes→ Did John Elway Fire Denver Broncos Players for Kneeling During the National Anthem?
A notorious producer of junk news attempted to make hay during Week 3 of the 2018 NFL season.
Snopes→ New Accusation Rocks Kavanaugh Nomination; Trump Stands Firm
On Brett Kavanaugh, Trump stressed: "I am with him all the way."
Snopes→ Eyeing White House, Cory Booker Introduces Himself to Iowa
Cory Booker is not being subtle.
Snopes→ Parents Face Tougher Rules to Get Immigrant Children Back
Thousands of immigrant families are experiencing increasing hurdles to take custody of sons, daughters and relatives who crossed the border.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Priest Did NOT Suck Venom Out of Genitals, Choir Boy Did NOT Get Snake Bite
Did a priest in Florida named Juan Cristobal José Gonzalez suck the venom out of the genitals of a choir boy during a camping trip when the boy was bitten by a snake, saving his life? No, the entire story is not true: it was made up by a Can
Snopes→ Cosby, Accuser in Court for Start of Sentencing
Bill Cosby was the first celebrity to go to trial in the #MeToo era and could be the first to go to prison.
FactCheck.org→ Facts on Trade
At a rally on Sept. 20, President Donald Trump returned to a regular applause-line, promising the crowd in Las Vegas, “We’re renegotiating the worst trade deals ever made by any country at any time.” The idea that the U.S. has long be
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Patriots Coach Bill Belichick Did NOT Fine Kneeling Player $1 Million Dollars
Did coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots just fine rookie lineman Tyrone Blackman a million dollars for kneeling during the National Anthem? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a liberal satire website that gets its traff
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – Donald Trump has a point that NAFTA shuttered thousands of plants
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly True | Donald Trump has a point that NAFTA shuttered thousands of plants How has the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA, affected the number of manufacturing plants in the United States since its enact
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – Donald Trump says NAFTA killed millions of jobs. That's not proven
The Truth-o-Meter says: False | Donald Trump says NAFTA killed millions of jobs. That's not proven In an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity in Las Vegas, President Donald Trump went back to a favorite rhetorical target: the North American
PolitiFact→ Trade and tariffs in 5 charts: A 2018 midterm report
On Sept. 17, President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on $200 billion more of Chinese goods. That’s only the latest salvo in an ongoing trade dispute with China and other U.S. trading partners. As tariffs and counter-tariffs hittin
PolitiFact→ Lizzie Pannill Fletcher – Texas's Fletcher tries to hit Culberson on Obamacare
The Truth-o-Meter says: Half-True | Texas's Fletcher tries to hit Culberson on Obamacare Affordable health care is a salient issue in the 2018 congressional elections, and an ad from a Houston Democrat has a familiar ring. Lizzie Pannill Fletcher,
Washington Post→ President Trump’s claims about NAFTA and the U.S. auto industry
The president says NAFTA cost "millions of jobs" in the United States, but most studies say the trade deal had a modest effect.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Broncos VP John Elway Did NOT Storm Field, Did NOT Fire 3 Kneeling Players on the Spot
Were three kneeling players from the Denver Broncos fired on the spot by VP of Football Operations John Elway? No, that's not true: the entire incident was made up by a liberal satire website that loves to create content conservatives and Tru
Snopes→ US Considers Limit on Green Cards for Immigrants Who Collect Benefits
The Trump administration has proposed rules that could deny green cards to immigrants if they use Medicaid, food stamps, housing vouchers and other forms of public assistance.
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘Win a Toyota Land Cruiser’ Facebook Scam
According to a post being shared on Facebook, Toyota is giving away 500 brand new Land Cruisers as a means of celebrating the company's birthday. The post ‘Win a Toyota Land Cruiser’ Facebook Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Snopes→ $18M Worth of Cocaine Found in Bananas Given to Texas Prison
Authorities say bananas donated to a Texas prison turned out to have nearly $18 million worth of cocaine hidden inside the boxes.
Snopes→ Actor James Woods Bashes Twitter After Getting Locked Out
Actor James Woods has been locked out of his Twitter account over a tweet he sent out months ago that was found to be in violation of Twitter's rules.
Snopes→ As Senate Hearing Set for Kavanaugh, New Accuser Emerges
Just as negotiators reached agreement on an extraordinary hearing for Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser, a second allegation of sexual misconduct by the Supreme Court nominee has emerged.
Snopes→ 3D Gun Advocate Accused of Sex with Minor is Jailed in U.S.
The owner of a Texas company that sells plans to make untraceable 3-D printed guns is back in the U.S. after being arrested in Taiwan.
Snopes→ Is This a Photograph of Christine Blasey Ford Partying?
Apparently any photograph of a woman semi-clothed and drinking can be used to smear the credibility of someone who reported a sexual assault.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Muslim Leader Did NOT Say "I Swear All The Muslim Will Leave U.S If Trump Ban Sharia Law".
Did "a prominent muslim leader" threaten that all muslims will leave the United States if Donald Trump bans sharia law? No, that's not true: the story was just a piece of clickbait spread by a network of foreign websites. The "leader" in quest
Lead Stories→ Reign of "New Fake News King" Already At An End? The Fake News Generator Blocked By Facebook
Recently a rash of new viral fake news stories started turning up on Facebook, all from sites associated with thefakenewsgenerator.com, a site run by a man named Justin Hook. He was profiled by The Daily Dot only a few days ago: This fake new
Snopes→ Congress Takes Aim at Shrinking Seats, Legroom on Airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration would be required to set new minimum requirements for seats on airplanes under legislation to be considered in the House.
Snopes→ Does This Photograph Show Irish Slaves in the United States?
A disturbing photo of mining conditions, likely from Belgium in the early 20th century, has often been misrepresented to fit various political narratives.
Snopes→ Is Performing Pelvic Exams on Unconscious Women Without Informed Consent Legal?
Despite widespread condemnation of the practice, performing pelvic exams on unconscious women for medical training, without explicit consent, is legal in 46 states.
Snopes→ Kavanaugh Accuser Wants to Talk to Senate; Terms Up in Air
The woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of a decades-old sexual assault has accepted a Senate committee's request to tell her side.
Snopes→ Does This Photograph Show a Woman Abused by Keith Ellison?
Rep. Keith Ellison's former girlfriend has leveled charges of "narcissist abuse" against him, but a picture of a badly injured woman used in a meme shows someone else.
Snopes→ Florida Taco Bell Employee Fired After Refusing to Take English-Speaking Customer’s Order
The incident at a Hialeah drive-thru formed the basis of a viral Facebook video.
Snopes→ State Investigating Restaurant That Calmed Lobsters with Pot
State health inspectors are investigating a Maine lobster restaurant that tried to mellow out lobsters with marijuana.