Fact Checks

Photos Show 'Neopalpa Donaldtrumpi' Moths With Blond Hair on Their Heads?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 4, 2024 (Updated: Dec. 16, 2024)

The blond-tufted insect is reportedly found in parts of Southern California and northern Mexico.

Tesla Announced Release of Hydrogen-Powered Car, the 'Model H'?

Written by: Taija PerryCook

Dec. 3, 2024

Articles claimed that Elon Musk, once a critic of hydrogen-powered cars, reversed his position.

Joe Rogan to Replace Rachel Maddow at MSNBC After Musk's Alleged Takeover?

Written by: Nikki Dobrin

Dec. 3, 2024

Elon Musk had jokingly floated the idea of purchasing MSNBC, which was rumored to be up for sale ...

Morgues Prefer Hiring Women Due to Acts of Necrophilia by Men?

Written by: Joey Esposito

Dec. 3, 2024

One person on social media commented, "I'm not afraid of death, I'm afraid of this."

Tale of Musk Rewarding Black Good Samaritan for Fixing His Mother's Flat Tire Is Fiction

Written by: Jordan Liles

Dec. 3, 2024

One commenter said of the story, "I am 67 and a veteran. This even brought a tear to my my eyes. ...

No, Trump Didn't Help Homeless Vet in NYC Find Housing, Job

Written by: Jack Izzo

Dec. 3, 2024

Commenters praised Trump's supposed generous actions.

Biden Repeatedly Said He Would Not Pardon His Son, Hunter

Written by: Nur Ibrahim

Dec. 3, 2024

Hunter Biden faced sentencing in two criminal cases when his father, U.S. President Joe Biden, i ...

No, Trump Didn't Nominate El Chapo as US Ambassador to Mexico

Written by: Laerke Christensen

Dec. 3, 2024

The alleged appointment came amid a series of legitimate Trump nominations.

Photo Shows Elon Musk Wearing Mesh Crop Top?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Dec. 3, 2024

The picture purportedly resurfaced online after it was mysteriously deleted from photographer Ma ...

Did Churchill Say 'Best Argument Against Democracy' Is 5-Minute Conversation with Average Voter?

Written by: Caroline Wazer

Dec. 3, 2024

Churchill is a frequent subject of false quote attributions.

Photo Shows Tortoise Born in 1832?

Written by: Caroline Wazer

Dec. 3, 2024

Jonathan has lived on the island of Saint Helena since the 1880s.

Photo Shows French Union Workers Marching and Grilling With BBQ Fitted to Tram Tracks?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 2, 2024

A video shared online also showed a fired-up grill in the middle of the street.

Hegseth's Mother Accused Him of Being an 'Abuser of Women'?

Written by: Anna Rascouët-Paz

Dec. 2, 2024

The claims were based on the reporting of The New York Times.

Ohio State Fired Head Coach Ryan Day the Day After 13-10 Loss to Michigan?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Dec. 2, 2024

The Michigan Wolverines entered the 2024 matchup as a 19.5-point underdog, making their victory ...

Real Picture of Biden Carrying Rashid Khalidi's Book 'The Hundred Years' War on Palestine'?

Written by: Nur Ibrahim

Dec. 2, 2024

The book refers to Israel as a settler colonial state.

Musk Never Said, 'Imma Focus on Making Life Harder for Trans People'

Written by: Aleksandra Wrona

Dec. 2, 2024

"Imagine you get to a point of wealth so surreal that you can literally solve world hunger," a v ...

Diddy Poisoned Jamie Foxx, Who Then Turned Him in to the FBI?

Written by: Joey Esposito

Dec. 2, 2024

One person on social media said, "Epstein and P. Diddy affiliates are scattering like roaches in ...

Did Ariana Grande Receive Cancer Diagnosis During 'Wicked' Filming?

Written by: Nikki Dobrin

Dec. 2, 2024

The singer and actress's apparent weight loss caused concern as she hit the publicity trail for ...

Real Poster for a 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' Sequel?

Written by: Taija PerryCook

Dec. 2, 2024

A viral post claimed it would be available for streaming in December 2024 on Amazon Prime Video.

Comcast Is Putting MSNBC Up for Sale?

Written by: Anna Rascouët-Paz

Dec. 2, 2024

"How much does it cost?" X owner and Tesla CEO Elon Musk asked.