A viral claim circulating on social media platforms alleges that Netflix has “officially announced” a new free subscription tier with advertisements that would launch worldwide on May 21, suggesting users would soon be able to watch Netflix content completely free in exchange for viewing ads. However, our investigation found the claim to be false. Social […]
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A viral claim circulating on platforms alleges that Meta is removing end-to-end encrypted messaging from WhatsApp. The claim spread widely amid ongoing debates over online privacy and Meta’s messaging platforms. However, after reviewing Meta’s official statements, WhatsApp documentation, and reporting from multiple reputable outlets, we found this claim to be misleading. Social Media Posts The […]
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A claim circulating on social media alleges that Red Bull is developing a new “sleep drink” that could provide up to twelve hours of uninterrupted rest. The claim has gained attention in part because it contrasts with Red Bull’s branding as an energy drink company. However, based on a review of publicly available information and […]
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A claim circulating widely on social media platforms alleges that Netflix is reversing its household sharing ban after suffering a 15% drop in global subscribers. The claim has gained traction amid ongoing public debate over Netflix’s password-sharing restrictions introduced in recent years. However, we found this claim to be false. Social Media Posts Posts circulating […]
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A claim circulating widely on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn alleges that Wheat Thins have been banned in Japan, the United Kingdom, and parts of Europe due to the presence of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), a synthetic preservative linked to serious health risks. The claim often frames BHT as a harmful chemical […]
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A claim circulating on social media platforms asserts that YouTube has “officially shut down in all parts of the world” as a direct result of someone uploading videos showing alleged Israeli war crimes. Our investigation shows that this assertion is false. YouTube did not permanently shut down anywhere in the world due to content related […]
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A claim circulating online states that an “all-terrain Tesla hover bike” has made its debut in Dubai, drawing attention for its futuristic design and cutting-edge technology. However our review shows that the claim is misleading. Social Media Posts Posts promoting the claim typically feature images or video clips of a flying motorcycle device, often accompanied […]
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A claim circulating widely on social media platforms alleges that Google sends physical trophies or awards to users who are the first ever to search a specific phrase. The claim often appears alongside photos of glass trophies and supposed Google notifications, encouraging users to try searching obscure or absurd phrases themselves. Because the claim suggests […]
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A claim circulating on social media states that Netflix will add adult content next month under a new category called “Netflix After Dark.” Given Netflix’s global reach and strict content policies, this claim warrants verification. However, we found this claim to be false. Social Media Posts The claim has been widely shared on Facebook, Instagram, […]
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A claim circulating on social media platforms states that Toyota has unveiled a “water-powered engine” that can generate hydrogen fuel directly from water to power vehicles. The posts describe the technology as a breakthrough that eliminates the need for conventional fuel or refueling infrastructure. However, our investigation found that the claim is false. Social Media […]
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Posts circulating on social media claims that Tesla has introduced a “compact Tiny House” with built-in Tesla technology. However, this investigation finds the claim to be misleading. Social Media Posts The viral claim states: “Tesla introduces a compact Tiny House worth $7,789 with a 76 m² interior area, comes assembled and equipped with solar panels, […]
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A claim is circulating online that Russia and China were behind the recent AWS outage on 20 October 2025, which disrupted major applications and websites worldwide. The outage was real, but our investigation found the claim is false. Social Media Posts Multiple users posted the claim linking that the AWS outage with geopolitically-charged actors (Russia, […]
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A chain message telling Facebook users to post a declaration to block Meta from using their photos and data is false. No such policy exists, and privacy is managed through official settings. Image Credit: Brand Hopper A viral message is spreading across Facebook, urging users to copy and paste a statement on their profile to […]
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A social media post wrongly suggests Meta AI can access entire group chats and contacts unless Advanced Chat Privacy is enabled, but WhatsApp confirms AI only sees messages directly shared with it and all chats remain end-to-end encrypted. Image Credits:UC Today A viral post circulating on social media has raised alarm among WhatsApp users, particularly […]
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