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.
Snopes→ Will Eating an Egg and a Banana Kill You?
A viral warning seems to ignore the obvious truth that eggs and bananas are commonly and deliciously mixed together with no harmful effect on consumers.
PolitiFact→ Jeff Sessions – Jeff Sessions says 1 out of 30 in Greater Boston is in the country illegally
The Truth-o-Meter says: True | Jeff Sessions says 1 out of 30 in Greater Boston is in the country illegally Attorney General Jeff Sessions went to Boston to announce a law enforcement operation against "crimes committed predominantly by illega
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – Donald Trump says collusion is not a crime. That's not right.
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly False | Donald Trump says collusion is not a crime. That's not right. President Donald Trump has consistently denied that any collusion took place between his campaign and Russia. Now, Trump and lawyer Rudy Giuliani a
FactCheck.org→ Are Trump 2020 Banners Made in China?
Q: Are campaign banners for President Trump’s reelection campaign being made in China? A: News reports have documented Trump 2020 flags being produced in China, but it’s unclear who ordered those. The campaign says that “all of our
Snopes→ Facebook Finds ‘Sophisticated’ Efforts to Disrupt Elections
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.