No outbreaks of monkeypox have been linked to or traced back to Pride events.
Logically→ The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, isn’t vaccinated against COVID-19.
WHO chief received his COVID-19 vaccine in May 2021. An interview snippet taken out of context was shared to claim that he is not vaccinated.
Snopes→ Cancellation of Atlanta Festival Sparks New Fight over Guns
Some people are convinced Atlanta will lose more music festivals and performances on public land as organizers and artists learn that state law makes it nearly impossible for them to stop people from carrying guns among the alcohol-fueled crowds.
Snopes→ Why Don’t Facts Change Minds? A Researcher In Human Development Explains
Here’s a look into research that explains why it’s natural to resist changing your mind — and how you can get better at making these shifts.
PolitiFact→ Social media posts criticize 988 suicide hotline for calling police. Here’s what you need to know.
Social media posts criticize 988 suicide hotline for calling police. Here’s what you need to know.
Snopes→ Biden Begins Summer Vacation with Family in South Carolina
The first couple was planning to be in Kiawah Island, noted for its private beach and golf resort.
Snopes→ MIT Researcher: Respectful Conversations About Abortion Lead To Positive Outcomes
Kate W. Isaacs, a lecturer at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, says thoughtful talks between abortion-rights and anti-abortion advocates can reduce negative stereotypes and foster empathy.
Snopes→ Lawyer: Photos of Kobe Bryant’s Remains Shared ‘For a Laugh’
Vanessa Bryant's attorney told jurors that the cell-phone photos shot at the crash scene by a deputy and a fire captain were “visual gossip" viewed “for a laugh," and had no official purpose.
Logically→ Artificial sweetener aspartame is toxic to the human body.
Aspartame is not toxic to the human body. Although, its over consumption may lead to some ailments, more studies are required to confirm the findings.
Poynter→ Can Donald Trump run for president if charged and convicted of removing official records?
The FBI search of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate raises questions about whether a statute that bans the removal of official records could bar Trump from running for president […] The post Can Donald Trump run for president if
Logically→ Indian singer Farmani Naaz is converting from Islam to Hinduism.
The singer has denied social media claims that she plans to convert to Hinduism. Such rumors originated from fake accounts made with her identity.
Washington Post→ Hyperbolic GOP claims about IRS agents and audits
No, the bill boosting funding for the IRS will not mean 87,000 new agents or a surge in audits of middle-class Americans.
Poynter→ Survey says: Large majority think they see misinformation online every week
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Aug. 11, 2022) – Sixty-two percent of respondents across generations think they see false or misleading information online weekly, according to a new study conducted by the […] The post Survey says: Large majority thin
Snopes→ Ukraine Says 9 Russian Warplanes Destroyed in Crimea Blasts
Ukraine said Wednesday that nine Russian warplanes were destroyed in a deadly string of explosions at an air base in Crimea that appeared to be the result of a Ukrainian attack.
Truth or Fiction?→ House Report Shows How ‘Herd Immunity’ Disinformation Influenced Trump’s COVID Response
As the United States deals with both the continued spread of COVID-19 and a rise in monkeypox cases around the country, a House subcommittee report showed how “herd immunity” disinformation gained traction during Donald Trump’s presid
Snopes→ Did a CPAC Banner Say, ‘We Are All Domestic Terrorists’?
Another banner at the same conservative conference warned, " You'reNext: The Rise of the Democrat Gulag."
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Video Does NOT Prove Congress Intends To Cut $300 Billion From Medicare To Pay For Obamacare
Is Congress considering a bill that would cut $300 billion from Medicare to fund Obamacare, former President Barack Obama's health care law? No, that's not true: The Inflation Reduction Act, which was introduced by congressional Democrats
PolitiFact→ Have people been prosecuted for mishandling White House records?
Although a former president has never been punished for violating the Presidential Records Act, several White House officials have faced litigation for the mishandling of records. Few led to prosecution; even fewer led to a conviction.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: US Does NOT Have 1,477 Deep Underground Military Bases Around World
Does the United States have 1,477 deep underground military bases around the world? No, that's not true: According to a duty officer at U.S. Defense Press Operations, "That claim is not true." The claim, which was originally on TikTok, re
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – How does Trump feel about the Fifth Amendment? Depends who is taking it.
On taking the Fifth Amendment
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – No, China no prepara una invasión en Los Ángeles y Baja California
Urgente! China confirma la invasión de Los Ángeles y Baja California! Prepararon 1000 destructores!
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: WHO Did NOT Declare That Failure To Find Sex Partner Is Now A Disability
Did the World Health Organization (WHO) declare that the inability to find an intimate partner is now considered a disability? No, that's not true: A WHO representative emailed Lead Stories that "this is a false claim." It has been resurf
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Bubbling Water In Hudson River Is NOT ‘Boiling,’ NOT Near A Nuclear Power Plant
Was water in the Hudson River boiling? And was bubbling related to a nuclear power plant that was supposed to be nearby? No, neither claim is true: The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) told Lead Stories via em
Snopes→ Native Americans Urge Boycott of ‘Tone Deaf’ Pilgrim Museum
Native Americans in Massachusetts are calling for a boycott of a popular living history museum.
PolitiFact→ Ron DeSantis – Transition-related surgery limited to teens, not 'young kids.' Even then, it's rare
"They are literally chopping off the private parts of young kids."
Snopes→ Don’t Be Too Quick to Blame Social Media for America’s Polarization – Cable News Has Bigger Effect, Study Finds
The study tracked the TV news consumption habits of tens of thousands of American adults each month from 2016 through 2019.
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – No proof Trump asked for troops on Jan. 6 or that Democrats denied a request
Former President Donald Trump asked “for troops around the Capitol to make sure everyone is safe,” on Jan. 6, 2021, but was “turned down by the Democrats.”
Snopes→ Cigarette Ads Aggressively Target Kids in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, New Study Finds
The tactics included displaying cigarettes near snacks, sweets, and sugary drinks.
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – Social media video doesn’t show evidence of voter fraud in Washington state
Video shows Clark County poll worker acting illegally by asking people to place their ballots into a bag outside of a drop box.
Snopes→ Biden Signs ‘Burn Pits’ Help for Vets; a Personal Win, Too
President Joe Biden signed legislation expanding federal health care services for millions of veterans who served at military bases where toxic smoke billowed from huge “burn pits.”
Truth or Fiction?→ Trump ‘The Mob Takes the Fifth Amendment’ Quote
On August 10 2022, an Imgur account shared two images — one news screenshot suggesting that former United States President Donald Trump had invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, and the following quote meme indicating that
PolitiFact→ Viral image – No, this photo doesn’t show abandoned French electric cars
Photo shows electric cars that were bought for civil servants in France and then abandoned because “it was too expensive to replace the batteries.”
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Paul Pelosi Was NOT Arrested By ‘US Army Special Forces’
Did "U.S. Army Special Forces" arrest Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, on August 6, 2022? No, that's not true: "There is no truth to this claim," a duty officer at the Pentagon told Lead Stories. The U.S. military i
Snopes→ Did Biden Try To Shake Hands with Schumer Twice?
Many thought the president looked a little confused at a recent press event.
Snopes→ Iranian Operative Charged in Plot to Murder John Bolton
Shahram Poursafi, identified by U.S. officials as a member of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, is currently wanted by the FBI on charges related to the murder-for-hire plot.
The Dispatch→ Fact Checking a Viral Photo of Melania Trump
A viral photo claims to show Melania Trump posing for a picture on the grave of Donald Trump’s ex-wife Ivana Trump:church girl @KiaSpeaksHaving the third wife standing on the first wife’s grave and smiling is brazy! August 1st 202210,516 Re
Snopes→ Social Media Offers Parents More Controls. But Do They Help?
Platforms from Snapchat to TikTok to Instagram are bolting on new features they say will make their services safer and more age appropriate.
Snopes→ Russians Buy Last Goods from H&M, IKEA As Stores Wind Down
Russians are snapping up Western fashion and furniture this week as H&M and IKEA sell off the last of their inventory in Russia.
Snopes→ Elon Musk Sells $7B in Tesla Shares Ahead of Twitter Fight
Elon Musk has sold nearly $7 billion worth of shares in Tesla as the billionaire gets his finances in order ahead of his court battle with Twitter.
Full Fact→ Wigan ‘diaper give away’ seems not to be genuine
A Facebook post promising details of a free nappy event leads instead to a website that asks people to share personal and financial details and claim ‘deals’ such as entering a lottery.