Walmart Coupon: 85% Off Any Purchase to Celebrate Shopping Week-Scam! Summary of eRumor: A Walmart coupon that’s good for 85% off any storewide purchase began circulating on Facebook in July 2017. The Truth: Unfortunately, about a free Walmart c
Search Results (31702) for: ear
Truth or Fiction?→ Feds Arrest James Comey From His Home at 3 AM-Fiction!
Feds Arrest James Comey From His Home at 3 AM-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: Federal agents took James Comey from his home at 3 am and suspect him in engaging in a revenge plot against President Donald Trump. The Truth: A self-described fake news webs
FactCheck.org→ Trump’s Misleading Defense of Son
President Donald Trump emphasized that an attorney who met with his eldest son during the 2016 presidential campaign was a “Russian lawyer” and “not a [Russian] government lawyer.” That may be true, but it doesn’t change t
Hoax-Slayer→ Walmart ‘Free 85% Off Coupon’ Facebook Scam
Facebook post claims that giant US retail chain Walmart is giving everyone a free 85% off coupon as a means of celebrating shopping week. The post Walmart ‘Free 85% Off Coupon’ Facebook Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Hoax-Slayer→ Pastor Don Moen Targeted in Fake-News Death Hoax — Don Moen is NOT Dead
According to a post circulating via social media, popular American singer/songwriter and pastor Don Moen has died. The post Pastor Don Moen Targeted in Fake-News Death Hoax — Don Moen is NOT Dead appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Hoax-Slayer→ Bogus Warning – ‘Violin Spider Inside Kettle Kills Family Of 6’
Circulating message claims that a family of six died after making tea from a kettle of water that contained a violin spider. The post Bogus Warning – ‘Violin Spider Inside Kettle Kills Family Of 6’ appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Hoax-Slayer→ Digital Camera for Sale (Joke)
Message featuring an image of a charging bull claims to be advertising a digital camera for sale. The post Digital Camera for Sale (Joke) appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Snopes→ The Latest: Jerusalem Shrine to Remain Closed After Attack
Israeli police say Palestinians opened fire at Israelis near an important Jerusalem holy site, wounding two seriously before being killed in a gunfight.
Hoax-Slayer→ British Airways ‘Free Airline Tickets’ Facebook Scam
Facebook message claims that British Airways is giving EVERYONE two free tickets as a means of celebrating its anniversary. The post British Airways ‘Free Airline Tickets’ Facebook Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
FactCheck.org→ Phony Pelosi Drug Arrests
Q: Were Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s daughters arrested for smuggling cocaine into the U.S.? A: No. That story and several spin-offs were intended as satire. FULL QUESTION Were Nancy Pelosi’s daughters really arrested for drug possession? FULL ANSWER
Hoax-Slayer→ Lizzie Borden ‘You Will get Hacked’ Joke Causing Confusion
A series of silly hacker hoaxes have been rocketing around the Interwebs in recent weeks, duping many users as they travel. The post Lizzie Borden ‘You Will get Hacked’ Joke Causing Confusion appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Washington Post→ Fighting falsehoods around the world: A dispatch on the growing global fact-checking movement
This is a report on the fourth Global Fact-Checking Summit, which Michelle Ye Hee Lee of The Fact Checker attended. MADRID — “Nos encanta la verdad.” We love the truth. Political fact-checking has existed in the United States for many
FactCheck.org→ Donald Trump Jr.’s Evolving Statements
We now know that Donald Trump Jr., during the presidential campaign, met with a Russian lawyer offering information that was “part of Russia and its government’s support for Mr. Trump.” And we now know that the president’s eldest son was l
PolitiFact→ Fact-checking Donald Trump’s comments about campaign meeting with Russian lawyer
President Donald Trump downplayed talk about a meeting Trump campaign officials held with a Russian lawyer in hopes of receiving damaging information on Hillary Clinton during the 2016 campaign. "Most people would have taken that meet
PolitiFact→ Fact-checking President Donald Trump’s interview with Pat Robertson on 'The 700 Club'
President Donald Trump talked about his first face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network’s Pat Robertson on The 700 Club. Trump said that the two nuclear superpowers need to
Truth or Fiction?→ Verizon Backpack Giveaway in July 2017-Truth!
Verizon Backpack Giveaway in July 2017-Truth! Summary of eRumor: A Verizon backpack giveaway promotion that was held in July 2017 sparked questions on social media. The Truth: Social media posts about a Verizon giving away backpacks full of school s
Snopes→ Were the Georgia Guidestones Stolen and Taken to New Hampshire?
A satirical web site reported that the granite monument disappeared — and then unexpectedly reappeared in another state.
Truth or Fiction?→ Nancy Pelosi’s Daughters Arrested for Selling Cocaine-Fiction!
Nancy Pelosi’s Daughters Arrested for Selling Cocaine-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi’s daughters, Julie and Nicole Pelosi, were arrested for trafficking cocaine and other drugs in July 2017. The Truth: A we
Snopes→ Did Donald Trump Assault a Marine Then Rip Off His Cover?
A video of the president picking up and returning a hat was reversed to make it appear as though he had pulled it off a Marine and then tossed it.
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘2017 Jeep Giveaway’ Facebook Survey Scam
A post that is currently being shared on Facebook claims to be giving away two 2017 Jeep Wranglers as part of a "Summer Promotion". The post ‘2017 Jeep Giveaway’ Facebook Survey Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Washington Post→ Video: Every Russia story Trump said was ‘fake news’ or a ‘witch hunt’
When Donald Trump Jr. revealed this week that he had met with a Russian lawyer in the summer of 2016, it was the latest revelation in the continuing story about alleged ties between the Trump camp and Russia, and Russian influence on the 2
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘Your Mac Has Been Blocked’ Tech Support Scam
While browsing the web, a "critical alert" message may suddenly appear that claims that your Mac has been blocked and you must urgently call a support number to seek help. The post ‘Your Mac Has Been Blocked’ Tech Support Scam appeared firs
Hoax-Slayer→ Death Scam Post Again Targets Rowan Atkinson (Mr Bean) — Mr. Bean is NOT Dead
According to a "breaking news" post that is currently being shared on social media, much-loved actor Rowan Atkinson (Mr Bean) has died in a car crash while attempting a stunt. The post Death Scam Post Again Targets Rowan Atkinson (Mr Bean) — Mr.
PolitiFact→ The future of fact-checking is in digital technology, human trust
MADRID — For four years in a row, fact-checkers from around the world have gathered together to discuss best practices and highest principles. We come together to confab, commiserate and encourage as we all go about our work of holding the powerf
Truth or Fiction?→ Warning: Do Not Accept Friend Request from John Jacob Jingleheimer Schimdit-Fiction!
Warning: Do Not Accept Friend Request from John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: Social media users have been warned not to accept a friend request from John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt because “his name will become your na
Hoax-Slayer→ Clever Scam Email Targets People Who Sell on Amazon
If you sell on Amazon, keep an eye out for a fraudulent email that claims that there is a balance due on your Amazon seller account. The post Clever Scam Email Targets People Who Sell on Amazon appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Climate Feedback→ Breitbart article falsely claims that measured global warming has been “fabricated”
SCIENTISTS’ FEEDBACK SUMMARY This Breitbart article by James Delingpole claims that the observed warming of Earth’s surface temperatures is largely a fabrication by scientists who have altered the measurements. The source for this claim is a
Truth or Fiction?→ Giant Florida Cane Spider Attacks House in Photo-Fiction!
Giant Florida Cane Spider Attacks House in Photo-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: A photo of what’s described as a real giant Florida cane spider attached to the side of a house has gone viral. The Truth: A doctored photo that appears to show a gia
Truth or Fiction?→ CLA Safflower Oil Leads to Weight Loss, Less Belly Fat-Unproven!
Safflower Oil Supplement Leads to Weight Loss, Less Belly Fat-Unproven! Summary of eRumor: Claims that safflower oil and/or conjugated linoleic acids (CLAs) supplements can help you lose weight, particularly in the belly area, have been circulating
FactCheck.org→ A Fake Paul Ryan Quote
Q: Did House Speaker Paul Ryan say “22 million Americans choose to be poor, so it’s their own problem if they can’t afford to be healthy”? A: No. That fake quote comes from a satirical news story. FULL QUESTION Did Ryan reall
Snopes→ Are ‘Hail Satan’ License Plates Now Available in Tennessee?
Claims that state lawmakers had passed a bill allowing phrase to appear on license plates originated from a satire site.
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘Huge Plane Crashes Into Bridge’ Survey Scam
Facebook post that features an image depicting a passenger jet crashed into a traffic bridge includes a link that supposedly opens a news video. The post ‘Huge Plane Crashes Into Bridge’ Survey Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘Your Mailbox Quota is Full’ Email Phishing Scam
According to this email, which bills itself as a "final warning" deactivation notice, your mailbox quota is full. The post ‘Your Mailbox Quota is Full’ Email Phishing Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Hoax-Slayer→ The ‘Nuran Katikoy’ Hacker Warning is Yet Another Hoax
According to a post that is rapidly circulating via Facebook, you should tell all the people on your messenger list not to… The post The ‘Nuran Katikoy’ Hacker Warning is Yet Another Hoax appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
FactCheck.org→ Trump’s Unfounded Leak Claim
President Donald Trump made the unfounded accusation that former FBI Director James Comey illegally “leaked CLASSIFIED INFORMATION to the media.” His claim appears to have been based on a news story that makes no such determination. The Hil
PolitiFact→ In Context: How the White House Edited an AP Story About Health Coverage
On July 10, 2017, the White House press office sent a blast email titled, "New Survey Shows United States Uninsured Population Grew by 2 Million This Year." The email (also posted on the White House website) referred to an Associated Press ar
Truth or Fiction?→ Yellowstone Lava Geyser Erupts for First Time in Human History-Fiction!
Yellowstone Lava Geyser Erupts for First Time in Human History-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: A Yellowstone Lava Geyser has erupted at the national park for the first time in recorded history after earthquakes shook Montana and Wyoming in early July 2017
Snopes→ Is This Muhammad Ali with All of His Winnings in 1964?
A photograph of Muhammad Ali standing near piles of cash in a bank vault is often shared with inaccurate or misleading information.
Snopes→ Scientists Discover a Drug That Regenerates Teeth?
Research using a chemical that stimulates stem cells in degraded teeth has been tested in mice with promising results, but the research is in its infancy.
Truth or Fiction?→ Don’t Accept Facebook Friend Request From Hacker Jayden K. Smith-Fiction!
Don’t Accept Facebook Friend Request From Hacker Jayden K. Smith-Fiction! Summary of eRumor: Posts warning Facebook users not to accept a friend request from Jayden K. Smith because he’s a hacker who will immediately gain access to all y