Notice Those Small Holes In Pot Lids? They Have Practical Purposes
Whether for measuring food temperature or letting steam out, the small holes are more than just an aesthetic feature.
No Concrete Proof Nikola Tesla Said 'You May Live To See Man-Made Horrors Beyond Your Comprehension'
The earliest reports of the quote — which has become a popular meme — came years after Tesla's death.
The Origin of Photos Supposedly Showing Giant 'Axolotl' Sea Creature
The images have multiple signs of being the product of artificial intelligence (AI) software.
Jimmy Carter, Longest-Lived US President, Dead at 100
Carter, the 39th president, celebrated his 100th birthday just months earlier.
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Hourly Pay of McDonald's Workers in Denmark Really Is This Much
Fast food wages in Denmark are set by collective bargaining between companies and trade unions.
Grey Goose Says It Does Not Produce Costco's Kirkland Signature Vodka, Contrary to Rumors
Both are rumored to share a well source in the Cognac region of France.
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The Facts Behind Accusations That Lindt Chocolate Contains Dangerous Heavy Metals
For years, rumors have circulated that some Lindt dark chocolate bars contain unsafe levels of lead and cadmium.
New Swimming Lizard Was Not Discovered in Lake Superior. Here Where It Really Lives
A video showed a marine iguana endemic only to the Galápagos Islands.
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Meme Incorrectly Claims Obamas Own Mega-Mansions, Jets, Helicopters and Yachts
Social media posts harping on the former first couple's wealth greeted Michelle Obama's speech about income inequality in August 2024.
No, Marjorie Taylor Greene Didn't Say Biden Scheduled Hanukkah on Christmas
The post originated from the account of an X user whose bio mentions satire.
No, Lauren Boebert Didn't Say Egypt Owns Panama Canal. Here's Where the Rumor Started
According to a false rumor, the Colorado Republican congresswoman made the statement while citing "political instability in the Middle East."
Elon Musk Urged People to Stop Donating to Wikipedia. Here's Why
Calling the free online collaborative encyclopedia "Wokepedia," Musk said it should "restore balance" to its "editing authority."
Monopoly Board Game's 'Anti-Capitalist' Origins
The inventor of the board game that would become Monopoly, Elizabeth Magie, called her creation “The Landlord’s Game.”
Videos of McDonald's Workers 'Blessed' with $1,000 by 'Millionaire' Are Likely Scripted
The claim stemmed from a video series produced by influencers "Chris and Jasmin."
Debunking the Claim Keanu Reeves Said 'Pain Changes Shape, But It Never Disappears'
The "John Wick" actor is widely considered one of the nicest guys in Hollywood.
No Proof Morgues Prefer Hiring Women Due to Acts of Necrophilia by Men
Despite the prevalence of the claim, one user on social media said, "Don't worry it's also completely untrue, just a myth that gets passed around."
WWI Pigeon Braved Enemy Fire to Deliver Message — But Did It Help?
The heroic winged member of the U.S. Army suffered critical injuries, but his legend has grown a tad beyond the facts.
Rumor Michelangelo Based Depiction of Jesus on Gay Lover Is Unfounded
Some social media users have claimed that Michelangelo based his depictions of Jesus on Tommaso de’ Cavalieri.
Vintage Razor Ad Included Apparent Double Entendre About 'Extra Head' for Wife
While some "vintage ads" circulating online these days days are fake, this one is 100% real.