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A rumor said that Bill Belichick had fired a player for kneeling during the national anthem.

Patriots Coach Bill Belichick Fired an Anthem Kneeler: 'Not On My Field'?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Sept. 22, 2023

"Belichick's justification was clear and succinct: 'No anthem kneeling on my field,'" according ...

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A Lebanese man wearing a black hoodie with a New York Jets patch on it stands at a podium.

New York Jets' Head Coach Will 'Quit on the Spot' if Team Signs Kaepernick?

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Sept. 19, 2023

The claim began to spread after the Jets' starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers tore his Achilles t ...

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An online rumor said that Riley Gaines had either filed a lawsuit or settled one with transgender athlete Lia Thomas for $1.2 million, $2 million, or $5 million.

Former Swimmer Riley Gaines Sues Lia Thomas for $2M?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Sept. 15, 2023

We took a closer look at this familiar rumor from the world of collegiate swimming.

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A Black girl wearing a camo outfit flexes her right bicep and looks up as a Black woman next to her (also wearing camo) sings.

NFL 'Unbans' Beyoncé After Public Apology?

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Sept. 14, 2023

If you wanted to read the apology, it would be hard to find.

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NFL Issues Beyoncé Lifetime Ban for Singing Black National Anthem at Game?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Sept. 12, 2023

"This decision has sent shockwaves throughout both the sports and entertainment industries," an ...

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Ronaldo's Hotel Offers Shelter to Victims of Morocco Earthquake?

Written by: Aleksandra Wrona

Sept. 11, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo allegedly made his Hotel Pestana CR7 available to people seeking shelter after ...

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A Black man wearing a black tanktop holds a football in his left hand, looking like he is about to throw it. People sit in the stands behind him.

NFL Refuses Kaepernick's Request for Active Status?

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Sept. 11, 2023

As of this writing, Kaepernick hasn't played for an NFL team since January 2017.

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Colin Kaepernick Vows Never To Kneel During National Anthem Again?

Written by: Nur Ibrahim

Sept. 8, 2023

The athlete has been unsigned since 2017, after he kneeled during the national anthem before a f ...

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Steelers coach Mike Tomlin

Mike Tomlin Suspends 2 Steelers Players for Anthem Kneeling?

Written by: David Emery

Sept. 7, 2023

The players' names were allegedly withheld for privacy.

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Whoopi Goldberg To Leave America with Megan Rapinoe: 'We Get No Respect Here'?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Sept. 6, 2023

"Good riddance," a Facebook user commented.

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An ad claimed that Tiger Woods stormed off in the middle of an interview then revealed the final truth.

Did Tiger Woods 'Storm Off' in the Middle of an Interview, Then Reveal 'the Final Truth'?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Aug. 28, 2023

We don't recommend placing blind trust in online ads.

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Do Lamar Jackson and Trump Weigh the Same According to Trump's Fulton County Booking Record?

Written by: Alex Kasprak

Aug. 25, 2023

According to his NFL biography, Jackson's height is 6 feet, 2 inches — an inch shorter than the ...

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Video Does Not Show Dodger Stadium Flooded After Tropical Storm Hilary

Written by: Jordan Liles

Aug. 22, 2023

An aerial video led to speculation about whether or not the August 2023 storm truly had flooded ...

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A Black man wearing a backwards blue hat is in a vehicle looking up towards the road.

Is This a Real Video of LeBron James Listening to 'Rich Men North of Richmond'?

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Aug. 18, 2023

The claim spread as the highly debated viral song reached the top of Apple Music's Top 100 USA c ...

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Riley Gaines Settled a Lawsuit Against Swimmer Lia Thomas for $1.2M?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Aug. 16, 2023

Former Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines has criticized an NCAA decision that allowed Thomas, who is ...

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An image that claims Riley Gaines was chosen as "Woman of the Year" over Megan Rapinoe is labeled as satire.

Was Riley Gaines Chosen as 'Woman of the Year' Over Megan Rapinoe?

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Aug. 11, 2023

We've previously fact-checked other questionable claims about Rapinoe that spread during the 202 ...

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Was Megan Rapinoe Released by US Olympic Team After Women's World Cup 'Blunder'?

Written by: Jordan Liles

Aug. 7, 2023

Facebook commenters shared an online article that promoted the Rapinoe rumor, adding negative co ...

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Did US Olympics Women's Teams Threaten to Quit Over Trans Athlete Lia Thomas Try-Out?

Written by: Sarah Baum

July 27, 2023

This rumor originated from a website that describes its output as satirical.

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Two Black men smile at each other while linking pinkies. The one on the left is wearing a red suit, while the one on the right is wearing a black suit. A Black boy can be seen faintly behind the Black man on the right.

No Evidence COVID-19 Vaccine Caused Bronny James' Cardiac Arrest

Written by: Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

July 25, 2023

There’s no evidence confirming that Bronny James has myocarditis, either.

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Did Toronto Blue Jays Star Joe Carter Wear a Misspelled "Torotno" Jersey?

Written by: Nur Ibrahim

July 19, 2023

The 1994 game was a defeat for the Blue Jays in more ways than one.

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