Logically→ Video game footage shared as Israeli tank destroyed by Hamas
The Dispatch→ Antisemitism Swells in the West
Violence against Jews has increased since the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel.
The Dispatch→ Israel’s Ghost Towns
A first-hand account of Israel today.
The Dispatch→ Hamas’ Online War
How disinformation from the terrorist group and its backers reaches millions daily.
The Dispatch→ Our Best Stuff on the War in Gaza and the Maine Shooter
Plus, Election Day is coming.
The Dispatch→ ‘Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem’
Evangelicals’ support for Israel is historical. But it’s also broader than current political alliances.
Washington Post→ DeSantis group’s ad attacks Haley with facts but offers false conclusions
A pro-DeSantis super PAC suggests she made a national security blunder by welcoming a Chinese fiberglass company to South Carolina.
The Dispatch→ No Easy Out for Trump Foes
Trying to remove the former president from the ballot is folly.
The Dispatch→ The Kids Aren’t Alright
"Young people can be terrible."
The Dispatch→ The Balance of Tragedy and History in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
Martin Scorsese’s latest is a model of nuanced adaptation that reckons honestly with America’s past.
The Dispatch→ Is Cancel Culture Just a Problem or a Five-Alarm Fire?
A review of Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott’s ‘The Canceling of the American Mind.’
Truth or Fiction?→ Exploring the Mystery: Has a Hurricane Ever Crossed the Equator?
When we consider the inexorable forces of nature, our minds often drift towards the awe-inspiring, fearsome power of hurricanes. These sublime and devastating weather phenomena involve intricate scientific principles and are greatly impacted by globa
Truth or Fiction?→ Electric Cars Versus Environment: Comprehensive Analysis
As we innovate and explore sustainable alternatives to combat climate change, one solution increasingly championed is the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). It is widely acknowledged that EVs, during their operation, reduce our dependence on fossil
Truth or Fiction?→ The Undoubted Safety and Lifesaving Benefits of Vitamin K Injections for Babies
The health and well-being of our offspring are priorities for every new parent. The first few days of a newborn’s life are paramount, imprinting a lasting footprint on both their short-term health and long-term vitality. Within this critical ti
Truth or Fiction?→ Is Disney World Skipping the Merry: Cancelling Christmas Celebrations?
In the world of merry carols, enchanting lights, and holiday cheer, one name stands out as the apex of seasonal festivities — Disney World. Families across the globe dream of celebrating their Christmas in the heart of this magical kingdom, romanci
Truth or Fiction?→ Addressing Claims: Covid Vaccines and Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and COVID-19 vaccines are on opposing ends of the spectrum in our modern-day health discourse. On one side, we have ASD, a collection of complex neurodevelopmental conditions that manifests in diverse ways among individ
Truth or Fiction?→ Electric Cars Versus Environment: Comprehensive Analysis
As we innovate and explore sustainable alternatives to combat climate change, one solution increasingly championed is the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). It is widely acknowledged that EVs, during their operation, reduce our dependence on fossil
Truth or Fiction?→ Dolphin Cooperation: Male Allies in Mating
With a rich tapestry of social structures, intriguing communication strategies, and fascinating mating dynamics, dolphins present one of the most intricate examples of marine animal societies. Often overlooked are the alliances formed among male dolp
Truth or Fiction?→ Understanding the Safety of Flu Vaccine Ingredients
Immunization is our best defense against the menace of influenza, a contagious illness with potentially severe consequences. At the heart of this preventive strategy is the flu vaccine, a formulation prepared with advanced scientific techniques and r
Truth or Fiction?→ Marie Osmond: Is the Iconic Star Still With Us?
In the exuberant world of entertainment, one name that reverberates widely is Marie Osmond. An accomplished performer, singer, and television personality, Marie Osmond’s multifaceted career is a testament to her talent and the resilience of her
Truth or Fiction?→ Debunking Myths: COVID-19 Vaccines Don’t Alter DNA or Cause Cancer
In a world facing an impactful health crisis, science has been at the forefront, equipping us with powerful tools to combat the persistent COVID-19 virus. Pivotal among these tools are the COVID-19 vaccines, particularly the mRNA variants, which have
Truth or Fiction?→ NFL Player Suspension Over Anthem Protests: A Business Analysis
The NFL player protests, characterized by their act of kneeling during the national anthem, represent a paradigmatic case of how socio-political factors can interplay with business dynamics. The protests, driven by a quest for racial justice and equa
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Biden Did NOT Say There’s A $2,880 Medicare Flex Card For Seniors
Did President Joe Biden say there's now a $2,880 Medicare flexible spending card for all American seniors over the age of 64? No, that's not true: Biden did not make an announcement about a Medicare flexible spending card on any official
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: US Military Did NOT Arrest New York State Attorney General Letitia James — It’s Satire
Did the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General's Corps place New York State Attorney General Letitia James under arrest for committing "treason and other high crimes and misdemeanors"? No, that's not true: A Pentagon duty officer told Lead Stor
The Dispatch→ The Queeg Factor
Do voters know how weird Trump has become?
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Video Does NOT Show Real British Policeman Questioning Motorist Waiting At Train Station — It’s A Skit
Does a video posted on social media show a genuine British police officer questioning a driver, who is waiting for a friend at a train station, to exclude him as a suspect in a crime "that may or may not be currently in progress"? No, tha
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: October 2023 Titanic Magazine Cover Does NOT Show Cartoon Of People In Zelenskyy Masks Begging For Candy
Does the cover of the October 2023 issue of the German satirical magazine Titanic feature a cartoon of people wearing masks depicting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with a title that translates to "This time there won't be enoug
PolitiFact→ Protect Women Ohio – No evidence that Ohio’s Issue 1 would allow for late-term abortions for “financial reasons”
Ohio’s Issue 1 “allows for abortion after viability for…financial reasons.”
ABC News / AP Fact Check→ Sorry, the viral video of drones creating a skyscraper-sized skeleton over Dubai isn’t real
CLAIM: Drones were used to create a giant, illuminated skeleton near the Burj Khalifa for a Halloween display above pedestrians in an outdoor plaza.
The Dispatch→ The Scorpion King
Donald Trump has a history of turning on the people who helped him succeed.
ABC News / AP Fact Check→ A Thai child in a Halloween costume is being misrepresented to label Palestinians as ‘crisis actors’
CLAIM: A collage of nine images features the same Palestinian “crisis actor” pretending to be a wounded patient, a dead body and others in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
PolitiFact→ Kamala Harris – Do Biden’s policies get the credit for the decline in inflation, as Kamala Harris said?
“Because of our economic policies we now are reducing inflation.”
FactCheck.org→ Video in Spanish Misleads About Mammograms
SciCheck Digest Experts agree mammograms are the best tool to screen for breast cancer and that the benefits of the exam outweigh the risks. But a video in Spanish recommended that women over 40 skip mammograms, claiming the test is “unsafe” an
The Dispatch→ Tommy Tuberville’s Military Holdups Picking Up GOP Detractors
And why don’t senators ever try to sneak unanimous consent requests through the chamber?
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – It’s getting hot in here: the U.S. is warmer now than it was in 1936
1936 in the United States was “much hotter than 2023.”
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – Switzerland has distributed iodine tablets to residents for years, and not because of nuclear war
Switzerland’s distribution of iodine tablets means the government is worried about nuclear war.
PolitiFact→ Viral image – Video shows 2020 protesters invited into someone’s home, not 2023 rioters breaking in
Video shows “rioters rush people’s houses” Oct. 28 in Washington D.C.
ABC News / AP Fact Check→ Airstrike scene from a video game is being misrepresented as real footage from the Israel-Hamas war
CLAIM: A video shows a soldier being thrown to the ground as an airstrike hits an Israeli tank. AP’S ASSESSMENT: False.
PolitiFact→ Viral image – No, Bill Gates didn’t write an article called ‘Depopulation Through Forced Vaccination’
Bill Gates wrote a 2011 article titled “Depopulation Through Forced Vaccination.”