Is JK Rowling in the Epstein files? What we know
Social media sleuths are attempting to create a connection between the author and Epstein that's unsupported by evidence.
Posts claim images show Leviathan 'waking up.' We found the real story lurking underneath
The "beast" on Google Maps — called Leviathan, dragon, snake and more by some — is actually just a byproduct of the tectonic plates beneath our feet.
Does 'Melania' movie director Brett Ratner appear in Epstein files? What we know
Ratner reportedly told U.K. and U.S. media a photograph showed him, his former fiancée and Epstein.
No evidence Charlie Kirk cut Erika Kirk out of his will
A popular post alluded to the unfounded rumor Erika Kirk and U.S. Vice President JD Vance were having an affair.
Does $8K Wayfair receipt in Epstein files confirm child trafficking conspiracy theory?
Snopes investigated and found the truth after online users claimed, without evidence, the $8,453 charge pertained to a trafficked child.
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Beware claim ICE arrested civil rights attorney Sandra May Watkins
We found multiple signs that the story was AI-generated, including inconsistent names for the arrested woman.
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Why some users thought Bad Bunny wore bulletproof vest at 2026 Grammys
Bad Bunny's corset-inspired, sharply tailored tuxedo at the 2026 Grammys altered his silhouette — and fueled online speculation.
Los Angeles law firm says offer to evict Billie Eilish from 'stolen land' wasn't 'serious'
Modern Los Angeles and many of its suburbs sit on the ancestral lands of the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation.
Melinda French Gates suggested Bill Gates' ties to Epstein contributed to divorce
French Gates has neither explicitly confirmed nor denied Epstein's claims about her ex-husband.
Unpacking claim Netanyahu sent 'torture video' to Epstein while in China
There is no evidence Netanyahu was the person emailing Epstein, though we couldn't independently confirm the recipient.
Don't believe claim White House put 'permanent ban' on CNN
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt allegedly said, “CNN isn’t news, it’s pure radical leftist propaganda brainwashing machine."
Did Melania and Barron Trump open 'free hospital' for homeless people?
Online searches revealed no credible reports about the opening of the alleged "Melania–Barron Trump Legacy Medical Center."
Don't fall for alleged Epstein emails stating Trump doesn't like Black girls
The rumor spread soon after the Department of Justice released more than 3 million files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Yes, Kid Rock sang 'I like 'em underage' and 'some say that's statutory' in 'Cool, Daddy Cool'
Users shared the lyrics after Turning Point USA announced the musician would perform in a special event opposite the Super Bowl halftime show.
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Epstein files mention cannibalism, 'ritualistic sacrifice.' That's not the full story
Some accusations stemmed from an FBI interview with a unidentified man. There was no credible evidence to support them.
Was Minneapolis officially nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize?
The Nation, a progressive magazine, formally nominated the city for its residents' resistance to President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
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Did Epstein files include Lionel Messi and Sergio Agüero shirtless photo?
Users shared the alleged photo of the Argentine soccer stars, claiming U.S. authorities released it among files related to the late sex offender.
DOJ briefly published Epstein document with unsubstantiated claim that Trump hosted 'calendar girl' parties
The child sex abuse allegations against Trump stemmed from an unverified, anonymous message to the FBI.
Did Pete Hegseth remove Colin Powell's name from Arlington Cemetery website? What to know
Online users claimed Hegseth, the secretary of defense, ordered the removal of Powell's name from a list of notable Americans.
Does this image show Epstein with Island Boys hip-hop duo? Don't be fooled
The image allegedly showed convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein posing for a photo on a beach with his arms around two young boys.
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