Old Video From Bangladesh Going Viral As An Attack On Hindus In West Bengal.

Recently a video of a group of Muslim people, with sticks in their hands, destroying trees, and farmland and taking away cattle went viral on social media. The video shows smoke in several places in the fields. Sharing the video, users wrote, “Muslim terrorists have evacuated 12 villages in West Bengal and destroyed 150 acres […]

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No, Starbucks Cup Sizes Do Not Hold the Same Amount of Liquid

A viral claim circulating on Instagram and TikTok asserts that Starbucks’ cup sizes: Tall (12 oz), Grande (16 oz), and Venti (20 oz), contain the same amount of liquid, implying that customers are being misled into paying more for larger sizes that provide no extra volume. Social Media Post Recently, a viral video appearing to […]

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Old Unrelated Video Of An Elephant Being Moved By An Excavator Going Viral Linking To Kancha Gachibowli.

Amid the Kancha Gachibowli in Telangana controversy, a video of a bulldozer trying to move an elephant went viral on social media claiming it to be from Kancha Gachibowli.  Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The viral video is old and unrelated to […]

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Old Video From Delhi’s Vipin Garden Going Viral Linking To The Passage Of The Waqf Amendment Bill.

Recently a video of some people waiting for the cremation outside a cremation ground went viral on social media. In the viral video, a person can be heard claiming that the RSS has mounted a wall around the cremation ground in Vipin Garden, Delhi. The police force can be seen on the other side of […]

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Yogi Adityanath Celebrating Eid In Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi’s House? Here’s The Truth.

Recently an image of the UP CM Yogi Adityanath, BJP leaders Hema Malini and Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi sitting together and having food went viral on social media. Sharing the image, social media users are claiming that Yogi Adityanath visited Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi’s house on the occasion of Eid and enjoyed a meal there. Facebook Link […]

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Old Video From Bangladesh Going Viral As Protest Against The Waqf Amendment Bill In India.

Recently a video of a large number of people marching through the road holding banners and chanting slogans went viral on social media. Sharing the video, users are claiming that the video shows the protest against the Waqf Amendment Bill in India.  Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know […]

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Video of lawyers’ protest against Advocate Amendment Bill goes viral as protest against Waqf Amendment Bill

The viral video shows lawyers protesting against the Advocates Amendment Bill in February 2025. The Waqf Amendment Bill, which was passed in the Lok Sabha on 3 April, 2025 with 288 members voting for it. The bill seeks to improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India. The All-India Muslim Personal Law Board has […]

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Is Grab Green Baby Witch Hazel Solution carcinogenic due to the presence of Sodium Benzoate and Citric acid?

Grab Green Baby Witch Hazel Soothing Solution is a gentle formula designed to calm and refresh delicate baby skin. It has continued to be a choice for parents for their babies. But recently, people started questioning the safety of this product.  Recent posts on social media claimed that Green Grab Baby Witch Hazel Soothing Solution […]

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Video From Bhagwanpur Tehsil, Uttarakhand, Going Viral As UP Police Against Madrasas After The Passage Of The Waqf Amendment Bill.

Recently a video went viral on social media with the claim that after the passing of the Waqf Amendment Bill, action against the Madrasas in Uttar Pradesh has been started. The video shows a group of police officers entering the premises of a Muslim man and the Muslim man bringing some documents from a room […]

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Is Asaduddin Owaisi crying over Waqf Bill in Parliament? – Know the truth

This video from 2024 August does not show Asaduddin Owaisi crying. He was simply rubbing his eyes and forehead.  The Waqf Amendment Bill, which was passed in the Lok Sabha on 3 April, 2025 with 288 members voting for it. The bill seeks to improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India. During the […]

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Old video of Priyanka Gandhi’s protest over inflation falsely shared linking Waqf Amendment Bill

The viral video dates back to 2022 and it shows Priyanka Gandhi was protesting against inflation and GST in Delhi.  The Waqf Amendment Bill, which was passed in the Lok Sabha on 3 April, 2025 with 288 members voting for it. The bill seeks to improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India. In […]

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Old Video Of A Person Attacking Nitish Kumar Going Viral As Recent.

Recently a video of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar being attacked by a person went viral on social media. Sharing the video on Facebook, a user wrote, “Bihar CM Nitish Kumar was slapped by a youth because he supported Modi”. Facebook Link | Archived Link  However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim […]

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Did The RSS Members Give A Guard Of Honour To The British Queen During The Independence Movement? Here’s The Truth.

Recently an image of a few people wearing RSS uniforms was forwarded to our 24X7 Factline number 9049053770. The image shows people wearing the uniform of RSS standing in front of Queen Elizabeth. Sharing the image, the user claimed that during the Independence Movement, the members of the RSS gave the British Queen a guard […]

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This viral video of a man beating a woman is not an incident from India

This is a video from Malaysia and it dates back to November 2022. It is unrelated to India. A video of a man mercilessly thrashing a woman has gone viral on social media with the claim that the incident was reported from India, where a man verbally and physically abused his wife by dragging her […]

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Old Video Falsely Shared as West Bengal’s MLA Mansoor Mohammad Dimir Beating Police.

A video of a man attacking a police officer is going viral on social media. Users are claiming that this is a video from West Bengal where a MLA is thrashing a police officer.  However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. This is an old video of 2018 from Meerut. The person beating […]

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Video of Ghana market fire goes viral as Hindu colony burning in Bangladesh

The viral video shows a fire outbreak at the Kantamanto Market in Ghana, earlier this year. It has no link to Bangladesh. A video showing fire spreading across a large area and thick smoke filling the sky and people moving amidst the debris is going viral on social media with the claim that it depicts […]

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Old Video From Sylhet, Bangladesh Going Viral Linking To The Communal Clash In Malda, West Bengal.

Recently clashes erupted between two communities in Mohanbari, Malda, West Bengal, leading to the arrest of 34 people. According to reports, on Wednesday, a preparatory rally for Ram Navami passed a local mosque. A section of people alleged that firecrackers were thrown near the mosque. On Thursday, as the news spread, a section of people […]

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Old and unrelated video goes viral as a protest against the release of Bollywood movie Chhaava in France

The viral video shows youths attacking a police vehicle during a video shoot in Pantin, France. It dates back to January 2021. Chaava, a Bollywood historical action film based on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire was released in theatres on 14 February 2025. The film depicts his capture and execution by Aurangzeb’s forces. […]

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Video From Ghazipur Going Viral Linking To The Nagpur Violence.

After the Nagpur violence over Aurangzeb’s tomb, a video of some people calling for a boycott of the Muslim community allegedly from Nagpur went viral on social media. Sharing the video on Facebook, a user wrote, “Hindus in Nagpur taking collective decision to boycott and avoid muslims. This after the attack on Hindus by muslims […]

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Scripted video goes viral as real incident of a child being kidnapped at Delhi’s Rajiv Chowk metro station

This video does not show a real incident. It is a scripted video created for entertainment and awareness. A video of boys kidnapping a child from a metro station has gone viral on social media with a claim that a child being kidnapped in broad daylight from Rajiv Chowk Metro in New Delhi. The post […]

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Video Of Fuel Tanker Explosion In Syria Going Viral As Pakistan’s Army Headquarters Explosion.

Recently a video of an explosion went viral on social media claiming it to be a blast in the army headquarters of Pakistan. Sharing the video, a user wrote, “Another devastating blast at Pakistan’s Army Headquarters! The chaos continues as the world watches. How many more lives will be lost to Pakistan’s growing instability?” Facebook […]

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Dance video of social media content creator goes viral as Meerut murder accused Muskan Rastogi

The woman in the video is not Meerut murder accused Muskan Rastogi but Palak Saini, a model, influencer, and content creator.  Muskan Rastogi, accused of murdering her husband Saurabh Rajput with her lover Sahil Shukla in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut was arrested by the police and sent to judicial custody by a court on 19 March. […]

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Rite n Lite drinks are approved by the Philippines food safety regulatory body. The drink is safe to consume

Rite ‘N Lite is a sugar-free, zero-calorie carbonated beverage brand produced by ARC Refreshments Corporation in the Philippines. It offers a variety of refreshing flavors, including Lemon, Peach, and Root Beer etc. It is also free from Aspartame which is used as a sweetener in many products.  But now the brand is being targeted for […]

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No, The Images Are Not Taken By Sunita Williams From The ISS.

After the safe return of Sunita Williams from the International Space Station, various posts related to her went viral on social media. We came across a photo allegedly from the recent Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj with the claim that the photo was taken by Sunita Williams from ISS. The viral photo is a collage […]

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False Claim Alleges Microsoft Was Named After Michael Rosoft

A widespread claim states that Microsoft was named after its CEO, Michael Rosoft. This claim has been widely shared on social media platforms, garnering numerous shares, comments, and user reactions. However, our investigation confirms that the claim is false. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM A widely shared claim on social media asserts that Michael Rosoft was Microsoft’s […]

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Alani Nu drinks are safe to consume. Ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Acesulfame K and Sucralose are approved by food regulatory bodies. 

Recently, one of the famous energy drinks brand Alani Nu had been accused of using harmful ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Acesulfame K and sucralose in its products. Users are claiming that these ingredients lead to serious health issues.  However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. All the three ingredients, sodium benzoate, acesulfame K […]

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Sun halo in Sweden shared as Mani Darshan in Himalayas

This phenomenon is actually a sun halo happened in Sweden not in India. The Himalayas have always attracted travellers with their many myths and even more amazing realities. A video claiming to be footage of a rare sunrise in the Himalayas is going viral on social media. The visuals show a beautiful sunrise over snow-capped buildings […]

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Old Video From Madhya Pradesh Going Viral Linking To The Recent Nagpur Violence.

On 17 March 2025, communal violence erupted in Nagpur, Maharashtra after the members of Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal staged a protest chanting slogans calling for the removal of the tomb of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Against this backdrop, a video of policemen beating two men went viral on social media linking it to […]

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No, In-N-Out Does Not Print “Taxation Is Theft” on Its Cups

In-N-Out Burger is a West Coast fast-food chain that prints Bible verses on its packaging. A recent social media claim suggests the company prints the slogan “TAXATION IS THEFT” on its cups. Social Media Posts Social media users have shared a photo of an In-N-Out soda cup with the text “TAXATION IS THEFT” printed under […]

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The video of the demolition of an illegal construction in Indonesia goes viral as a mosque in Uttarakhand

The viral video shows the demolition of a illegally constructed building in a Fantasy Park in Indonesia. A video showing the demolition of white and green-coloured structures with tombs is going viral on social media with a claim that it shows a mosque being demolished in Uttarakhand. Facebook Post |Archive link Fact Check- We started our investigation with […]

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Old Video From The 2011 Japan Tsunami Going Viral As 2025.

Recently a video of a tsunami went viral on social media claiming it to be from Japan in 2025. A text overlay on the viral video reads, “1 MINUTE BEFORE TSUNAMI HIT JAPAN IN 2025”. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know that the claim was false. The video […]

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Indian And Bangladeshi Players Fought After The Recent Match In ICC Champions Trophy? Here’s The Truth.

On 20 February 2025, India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Bangladesh. Against this backdrop, a video of a fight among the players in the playground went viral on social media claiming it to be the scuffle between the Indian and Bangladeshi players after the match.  Instagram Link | Archived Link. […]

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Is Propylene Glycol in Dove Products Carcinogenic? No. The Ingredient is Approved and Safe

People are becoming more mindful of what they put on their skin, carefully choosing beauty and skincare products with safer ingredients. With concerns about cancer, hormone disruption, inflammation, and long-term health effects, many are ditching harmful chemicals for safer alternatives.  Against this backdrop, a social media post claiming that one of the renowned brands Dove […]

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Dance video of social media influencer Sangeeta Mishra goes viral as Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

The dancer seen in the viral video is not Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, but a social media influencer named Sangeeta Mishra. The Bharatiya Janata Party won the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, and Rekha Gupta took oath as Delhi’s Chief Minister. Several videos surfaced on the internet following this event. Amidst this, a woman dancing to a Bollywood […]

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Fact Check: Are Ingredients Like Folic Acid and Carrageenan in Premier Protein and Fairlife Protein Harmful?

A social media post is going viral with a claim that famous supplement brands Premier Protein and Fairline Protein are harmful for human consumption. Social media users had raised their concerns on the presence of few ingredients which have adverse health effects upon consumption.  However, FAct Crescendo found the claim to be false. All the […]

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False Claim of Elon Musk Buying ABC Network Resurfaces

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has faced a multitude of claims and rumors about his potential acquisitions of various companies and startups. Recently, a claim that he purchased the ABC broadcasting network gained significant traction across social media, leading to widespread shares, reactions, and discussions among users. However, after conducting a thorough investigation, we […]

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Old Video Of Shah Rukh Khan Visiting Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple Going Viral Linking To The Maha Kumbh.

Recently a video of Shahrukh Khan with his daughter Suhana Khan and his manager Pooja Dadlani visiting a temple in traditional attire went viral on social media. Sharing the video users are claiming that the video shows Shahrukh Khan visiting Prayagraj Mahakumbh. Facebook Link | Archived Link. However, as we investigated, we came to know […]

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Samay Raina In Tears Following The Recent Controversy? The Viral Video Is Old.

After the controversy erupted over obscene remarks on the comedy show “India’s Got Latent”, a video of comedian Samay Raina went viral on social media. In the video, Samay Raina can be seen in tears and saying “देर हो गई मुझे देखने में…सब लोगों ने मिलके…”. Sharing the video on Facebook, users are claiming that […]

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Ranveer Allahbadia crying over ‘loss of work’? Here’s the truth behind the video!

Video from 2021 has been shared as Ranveer Allahbadia crying after the ongoing controversy. YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, and Samay Raina have landed in controversy after multiple complaints were filed against them over an obscene joke made during an episode of India’s Got Latent. A case was registered against both creators on […]

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This viral video does not show a real International Flight Landing Announcement for the 2025 Prayagraj Maha Kumbh

The viral video was made by a digital content creator named Anvesh Patel from Hyderabad, Telangana and the announcement was voiced with the help of a friend from the United States. Mahakumbh Mela 2025 officially commenced on 13 January, 2025 continuing until 26 February, 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The mela is held every 12 […]

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Old video of Dimple Yadav taking a holy bath in the Ganga at Haridwar falsely shared linking to the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela

The viral video is old and not related to the ongoing Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela Mahakumbh Mela 2025 officially commenced on 13 January, 2025 continuing until 26 February, 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The mela is held every 12 years and attracts millions of pilgrims, saints, and tourists. Amidst this, a video of Samajwadi Party […]

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Hershey’s Ice breaker Ice Cubes contains toxic additives? No. The additives are approved and safe to consume.

Consumers have raised concerns about Ice Breakers Ice Cubes gum, accusing the brand of using potentially harmful additives such as aspartame, neotame, Red 40, and Blue 1. Social media users claimed that these ingredients, commonly used as artificial sweeteners and colorants, have been linked to various health risks like Alzheimer’s disease, Brain fog, memory loss, […]

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AI-Generated Images Of Bollywood Celebrities Going Viral As Real.

Recently, images of Bollywood celebrities wearing saffron clothes went viral on social media, claiming that they reached Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. A Facebook user posted a photo of Bollywood actors Shahrukh Khan and Salman Khan wearing saffron clothes, Tilak and Garland and wrote, “Salman Khan & Shahrukh Khan ❤️❤️ The Bollywood Superstar […]

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Old video goes viral as a man blowing conch for over 2 minutes during Mahakumbh inauguration in Prayagraj

This is an old video from Varanasi, it has no link to the ongoing Prayagraj Mahakumbh Mahakumbh Mela 2025 officially commenced on 13 January, 2025 continuing until 26 February, 2025 and will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The mela is held every 12 years and attracts millions of pilgrims, saints, and tourists who partake […]

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Fake Tweet Screenshot Of Priyanka Gandhi On Kumbh Mela Went Viral.

Recently a screenshot of a tweet allegedly from Priyanka Gandhi’s X handle went viral on social media. The tweet has been written in Hindi language that reads, “भारत मूर्खों का देश है जहां सरकार लोगों के पीने के पानी पर नहीं बल्कि ढोंगी और पाखंडियों के शाही स्नान पर करोड़ों का खर्च करती हैं”. Sharing […]

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Know The Truth Behind The Viral Image Of Anant PadmanabhSwami Idol Claiming To Be 3000 Years Old.

Recently, an image of Anant PadmanabhSwami idol went viral on social media, claiming it to be a 3000-year-old idol made with 7800 kg of pure gold, 780000 diamonds and 780 carats of diamonds. Sharing the image on Facebook, a user wrote, “The 3000 year old  🙏🏻Ananta Padmanabhaswamy 🌿🙏🏻  idol with 7800 kg of pure gold, […]

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Carrageenan in Costco Rotisserie Chicken is not carcinogenic. Carrageenan is approved as a food additive by regulatory bodies.

A social media post claimed that Costco uses a carcinogenic substance called Carrageenan in its rotisserie chicken.  A user wrote, “100 million cancer causing chickens packed with carrageenan, A KNOWN CARCINOGEN, sold in Costco’s every year.” Facebook | Archive Another user tweeted, “Costco. I scanned one of your products on Yuka US and it contains […]

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Lost Luggage Scam at Major Airports Resurfaces: Travelers Beware

Airports and airlines manage lost luggage by tracking it through global systems, notifying passengers, arranging delivery, and offering compensation if necessary. Unclaimed luggage is typically stored temporarily before being auctioned, donated, or disposed of. However, a viral post has been circulating on social media, claiming that many airports worldwide sell lost luggage online. This claim […]

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Old Unrelated Video Going Viral As The Video From the Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Moments Before The Crash.

After the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash on 25 December 2024 that killed 38 people, many videos surfaced on social media linking it to the fatal incident. Against this backdrop, a video of passengers chanting prayers inside a plane went viral on social media claiming it to be the footage of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane just […]

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Wayfair’s High-Priced Furniture Not Connected to Child Trafficking

Wayfair, an online furniture retailer, has been accused of involvement in child trafficking through allegedly using high-priced furniture listings as a front. The claim first emerged in July 2020 and spread rapidly across Twitter and Reddit. Social media users cited Wayfair’s expensive storage cabinets—some with human names—as supposed evidence of trafficking. Conspiracy theorists claimed these […]

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Old Video From A Protest Against A Judge In Karnataka Shared As Protest Against Amit Shah.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks during a debate in the Rajya Sabha sparked controversy when he said that “invoking Ambedkar’s name has become a fashion among the opposition parties”. Social media users are also criticizing Amit Shah for his remarks. Against this backdrop, a video of a rally went viral on social media claiming […]

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No, Spotify Is Not Hiring a ‘2025 Wrapped Lead Coordinator’

Spotify Wrapped, the streaming platform’s annual feature that provides personalised music insights, received mixed reactions in 2024. Users reported technical issues with the platform, including functionality problems and interface concerns. Some users expressed opinions about the presentation and features on social media. (Read more about the users’ responses here) Following the release of 2024 Wrapped, […]

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This viral video does not show Ustad Zakir Hussain performing with Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

The artist in the viral video is not Ustad Zakir Hussain, but rather a Pakistani tabla player named Tari Khan. Legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away in a San Francisco hospital due to complications with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis on 16 December 2024. Following his demise, a video of late Pakistani singer Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan […]

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A video of a clash between two Muslim community groups in Bangladesh is being shared with claims of atrocities against Hindus.

A video is going viral on social media in which a large crowd of people carrying sticks are vandalizing various places and are creating chaotic situation. Users are claiming that this is an incident from Bangladesh where Muslims are attacking Hindus and destroying Hindu places of worship.  However, Fact Crescendo has found the viral claim […]

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Benzoyl Peroxide used in Cetaphil, Proactiv and CeraVe acne cleaning products is not carcinogenic.

Social media users are currently raising their concerns on the chemicals used in various acne cleansing products. The concern is about the effect of Benzene on humans which forms because of chemical reactions in the products containing Benzoyl Peroxide.  However, fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. Benzoyl Peroxide is not carcinogenic and has […]

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ISKON Priest In Bangladesh Brutally Killed? No, The Video Shows the Mob Lynching Of Awami League Leader Shahidul Islam Hiran.

A disturbing video showing a dead man hanging from a statue and being brutally beaten went viral on social media claiming it to be a video of a German ISKON priest in Bangladesh. Sharing the video on X, a user wrote, “Unimaginable horror! A German ISKCON pujari, who dedicated his life to feeding thousands, was […]

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Indian Air Force jet crash video shared as ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s plane crash

The video shows an Indian Air Force (IAF) MiG-29 fighter jet crash that occurred on 2 September, 2024 in Rajasthan A video is going viral on social media with a claim that it shows the plane carrying Bashar al-Assad, the ousted president of Syria, crashing near Homs City after departing Damascus. The caption states, “PLANE CRASH […]

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Did Burger King post “We don’t snitch” after Mangione’s arrest?

Burger King, known for its Whopper and flame-grilled burgers, was recently the subject of a viral screenshot claiming its official X account posted “We don’t snitch” after Luigi Mangione’s arrest. The post has sparked mixed reactions online. However, Fact Crescendo has determined the claim is false. This is about our investigation of this claim. Social […]

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Tesla Is NOT Developing a Hydrogen-Powered Car

Recently, claims have emerged that Tesla, the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, plans to venture into hydrogen-powered cars. This assertion has sparked significant interest and debate, given Tesla’s established role as a pioneer in battery-electric vehicles. Social Media Post Recent claims circulating online suggest that Tesla, under Elon Musk’s leadership, is developing a hydrogen-powered car. […]

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Viral video of a bull being brutally beaten is from Jalandhar not from Bangladesh

This video is from a dairy farm in Jalandhar, Punjab. It has no link to Bangladesh A disturbing video showing four individuals brutally attacking a bull is going viral on social media with claims that it depicts Muslims attacking a cow at an ISKCON farm in Bangladesh. Let’s check the truth https://archive.org/details/screencast-www_facebook_com-2024_12_05-20_12_51 Facebook Post| Archive […]

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Old video of Sufi shrine vandalised in Bangladesh goes viral as Hindu temple

This video shows a Sufi shrine being vandalised in Bangladesh After the arrest of former ISKCON priest Chinmay Krishna Das in Bangladesh, there were many media reports that attacks against Hindus were taking place in Bangladesh. Meanwhile, a video of a Hindu temple being vandalised is going viral on social media allegedly shows Muslims destroying a Hindu […]

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Fake Alert!!! Tesla is not launching a phone which need no charging and global internet connectivity using Starlink satellite.

Recently, social media got flooded with posts claiming that Tesla is going to launch its new phone which will give tough competition to other companies. The main features of the new Tesla phone are that it will can be charged with solar power and can be used to control cars and other home devices. Launching […]

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The government has not increased the retirement age of central government employees from 60 to 62- viral claim is false

The government has not increased the retirement age of central government employees to 62. An image that purports to be a notification is circulating on social media, claiming that the Government of India has raised the retirement age for employees. The post claims that the Government of India has raised the age of retirement of […]

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35 Unmarried Girls In Uttar Pradesh Became Pregnant? Here’s The Truth.

Recently, an image bearing the logo of ABP News went viral on social media. The image has text written in Hindi, “यूपी के इस गांव में 35 से ज्यादा कुंवारी लड़कीयां हो गईं प्रेग्नेंट! परिजनों के उड़े होश (35 unmarried girls in a village in UP have become pregnant which created shock among relatives)”. Facebook […]

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Old image from temple festival shared as Hindu Makkal Katchi protest in Chennai.

Byline- This is an old image taken at Parthasarathy Temple in Chennai during the Brahmotsavam festival in 2012. The ‘Hindu Makkal Katchi’ (HMK-Hindu People’s Party, also pronounced as Indu Makkal Katchi (IMK), is a right-wing, Hindu nationalist party of Tamil Nadu) organised a protest march in Chennai on 3 November 2024, demanding protection to Brahmins […]

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Is Meijer Baby Shampoo Carcinogenic? No. PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate and PEG-150 Distearate in the shampoo are safe.

A social media post claiming that the presence of two petroleum by-products in the Meijer baby shampoo is carcinogenic is going viral. Users are raising concern over the use of these above-mentioned chemicals in the baby shampoo.  However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. Although Meijer baby shampoo have PEG-80 sorbitan Laurate and […]

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Old video of a military drill held by Hezbollah shared as they posed with weapons during the ongoing conflict.

Amid the recent Israeli military attacks in Gaza and Lebanon, a video showing the armed Hezbollah fighters cheerfully posing with weapons is going viral on social media. The users who share the video claim that it is recent. The caption of the post states, “This is Hezbollah’s mood right now…Pray for Israel”.  Archive link Fact Check-  We […]

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Fake Job Vacancies Advertised for SriLankan Airlines Via a Fraudulent Blog Site

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, has recently been the subject of numerous misleading social media posts and fraudulent job advertisements. These scams often misrepresent official information, leading to confusion among the public. Fake job websites, impersonating the airline, are particularly common, falsely offering employment opportunities to lure […]

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Social Media Post Claiming That Propylene Glycol in MiraLAX Makes It Cancerous

MiraLAX is an over-the-counter laxative commonly used to relieve constipation. It is even prescribed by the doctors. But recently, a social media post claiming that the presence of Propylene Glycol, an ingredient in MiraLAX makes it cancerous. However, Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. The main ingredient of MiraLAX is Polythene Glycol and […]

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The Video Of Sand Dredgers Crashing Into A Bridge Is Not From Nepal.

A video of several big machines being washed away in heavy floods went viral on social media, claiming it to be from Nepal. Sharing the video on Facebook a user wrote, “Nepal flood_sush a big crusher washed away by flood in Nepal_2024.बाढि पहिरोको कारण यति ठुलो क्रसर लाई बगायो ………….” Facebook Link | Archived Link. […]

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Marshall Products Exploited in Social Media Phishing Scams

Recent announcements circulated on social media in the region claimed Marshall products were discounted up to 80% off for those who place online orders. These announcements gained a lot of attention from social media users. However, our investigation proves they were false. SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM A viral announcement recently claimed that UK-based speaker manufacturer Marshall […]

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Old video of New Jersey flooding shared as house wall collapses in Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton left more than 3 million homes and businesses across Florida without power early Thursday morning of 10 October causing extensive damage to homes and flooding roads. Against this backdrop, A video showing a house wall collapsing has circulated online with claims that it depicts the effects of Hurricane Milton in Florida. Archive link Fact Check- […]

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Old video from the Russia-Ukraine war shared as Hezbollah forces destroying an Israeli tank.

Eight Israeli soldiers have been killed and a number of others wounded in three exchanges with Hezbollah in heavy fighting inside Lebanon last day. Hezbollah also claimed it had destroyed three Israeli Merkava tanks with guided rockets in the Lebanese border town of Maroun el-Ras. Against this backdrop, video that has gone viral purportedly shows Hezbollah destroying […]

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Video of Siyaram Baba Falsely Viral As 188-Year-Old Man Found In Cave

Recently, a video featuring a very old and frail man has been doing rounds online, capturing the attention of viewers around the globe.  The video claims to show a 188-year-old man accidentally found in a cave in India, sparking widespread curiosity and disbelief. Fact Crescendo received fact-check requests regarding this video clip via our WhatsApp Tipline […]

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Viral image showing explosion of iPhone is unrelated to the blasts in Lebanon

An image showing an exploded iPhone is going viral on social media with the claim that an iPhone has exploded in Lebanon along with the recent blast of other electronic devices. The caption states, “iPhones exploding in #Lebanon blowing up random people”. Let’s check the truth https://archive.org/details/c-image_202409 Fact Check-  We started our investigation with a […]

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Nurofen Does NOT Contain Graphene Oxide

Recently, claims have been circulating on social media that Nurofen, a popular pain relief medication, contains graphene oxide. These claims have sparked concern among consumers about potential health risks. Social Media Posts A claim circulating online alleges that Nurofen contains graphene oxide, a controversial material purported to be used in some medical products. This claim […]

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Fake Promotions Exploit G-SHOCK to Mislead Social Media Users

As Facebook is a hub for promoting goods and services, various Facebook announcements have said Japanese watchmaker CASIO offered big discounts for its G-SHOCK watches for those who place orders online. The promotions have been widely circulated on social media platforms, garnering significant attention and reactions from Facebook users since the end of last month. […]

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Rumors of Don Julio Tequila Recall Due to Fecal Contamination Are False

A viral claim spreading on social media alleges that Don Julio tequila bottles have been recalled due to fecal matter contamination. Considering Don Julio’s widespread popularity and the gravity of these accusations, we’ve done a fact-check to investigate the truth behind this claim. Social Media Posts Multiple social media users have shared the claim stating […]

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Old Unrelated Images Going Viral As Explosions In Lebanon.

A photo of burning solar panels went viral on social media claiming it to be from the recent explosions in Lebanon. Sharing the photo on Facebook, the user wrote, “Solar panels belonging to Hezbollah exploded also today in Lebanon” https://archive.org/details/screenshot-2024-09-23-151154 Facebook Link | Archived Link. The photo was shared on Twitter, too, with the same claim. Archived Link. […]

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