6 rumors to mark Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day
The U.S. government recognizes the second Monday of every October as Columbus Day.
23 rumors we've fact-checked related to U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Supreme Court justices are often the subject of online speculation.
Did 1998 movie 'Snake Eyes' starring Nicolas Cage predict Charlie Kirk's death?
The film featured a character named Charles Kirkland who was shot in the neck.
Real palm-sized anglerfish shown in this photo?
While some species of anglerfish can grow up to a few feet in length, most are much smaller. The males of many species are just a few inches long.
Did Trump call WWII nurse Ruby Bradley a 'loser' as DOD removed content about her? Here's the truth
There is no record of Trump making such a comment and the DOD confirmed it is "not taking down content" related to Bradley.
Is it 'Berenstain' or 'Berenstein' Bears? Classic case of Mandela Effect, explained
The disparity is one of the most popular examples of the phenomenon known as the Mandela Effect.
16 rumors about Jimmy Kimmel
False claims about Kimmel flooded social media following ABC's temporary suspension of his show in September 2025.
Video shows police chasing person in pickle costume?
The footage appeared to be filmed from the perspective of a helicopter or drone covering the surreal police chase.
18 of Charlie Kirk's alleged quotes, investigated
From his last words to calling MLK Jr. “awful,” we look at all claims surrounding the late Turning Point USA co-founder’s words.
Does video show ICE agent pepper-spraying himself in face?
The footage appeared to show the man holding his face in discomfort after discharging the canister.
Posts claim video shows pregnant woman regretting Trump vote. Here's the truth
The woman in the video claimed her doctor said she had to make plans to leave Texas as she neared birth.
Don't fall for claim Trump executive order demanded Universal Music Group sign Lara Trump
"For too long woke Record Companies have prioritized the music of non-Americans such as 'Bad Bunny' and 'Jennifer Lopez,'" the satirical order read.
Examining claim video shows ICE detaining Chicago parents in school pick-up line
Online users shared this claim amid escalating immigration enforcement tactics by President Donald Trump's administration.
Mike Johnson was dean of law school that never opened
The Judge Paul Pressler School of Law never materialized, and its namesake was later accused of decades of sexual abuse.
RFK Jr. said children circumcised early had 'double' rate of autism linked to Tylenol use
The U.S. secretary of health and human services cited a preprint study to back his claim.
Democrats don't want $3.6M for 'Haitian male prostitutes' to reopen government
The rumor, popularized by Sen. John Kennedy, appeared to be connected to an HIV/AIDS prevention program started under U.S. President George W. Bush.
Did Stephen Miller say Trump has 'plenary authority' on CNN?
"Plenary authority" refers to full or limitless power over a sphere of government, such as the military.
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Video showing protester being pepper-sprayed by 'Sgt. Pepper' is AI nonsense
Some versions of the clip included snippets of The Beatles' famed song, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band."
Outdoor decorative spider webs can be threat to wildlife?
Small critters, including birds, bats and toads, can get hopelessly tangled in the artificial webbing.