Reversing Your PIN at an ATM to Call the Police: Real or Hoax?
A popular and long-running rumor states that if you enter your PIN at an ATM in reverse, it will serve as a panic code to summon the police. Is this real or true? It’s not true, but the technology...
View ArticleFennec Hare: Real or Fake?
A photo allegedly shows a “Fennec Hare” which is said to be one of the world’s most endangered creatures. Today we’ll look at this photo and the claims behind it. The photo is fake. No such creature...
View ArticleWill Facebook Begin Charging Users?
A persistent rumor states that Facebook will begin charging for access to the website. Despite categorical denials by the social media site whenever the rumor surfaces, rumors of a “membership fee”...
View ArticleWoman With Three Breasts: Real or Fake?
Images of a woman with three breasts are making their rounds on social media. Today we take a closer look at this woman and her story. Jasmine Tridevil A woman using the name Jasmine Tridevil claims to...
View ArticleAre Cell Phone Numbers Going Public?
A rumor claims that cell phones are soon “going public” and lead to a flood of calls by telemarketers. Today we’ll take a closer look at this rumor. The warning about cell phones released to...
View ArticleObama’s Cell Phone and Coffee Cup Salutes
Images show President Obama saluting marines as he speaks on a cell phone or holds a cup of coffee. Are the images real? The photos are real. Let’s take a look at each photo and the backlash...
View ArticleFake Story: 15-Ton Prehistoric Shark Not Discovered Near Pakistan
A story in circulation today claims that a 15-ton megalodon – a prehistoric shark – was discovered off of the coast of Pakistan. Is this story true or false? The Story is Fake. It comes from the fake...
View Article“There’s a plot in this country…” JFK Quote: Real or Fake?
A quote attributed to JFK allegedly 7 days before his assassination states, “There’s a plot in this country to enslave every man, woman and child. Before I leave this high and noble office, I intend to...
View ArticleWas This Giant Skeleton Discovered in Iran?
A photo which has circulated online allegedly shows the discovery of 6 giant skeletons in Iran. Is this true or false? The story and the photo are fake. The photo re-emerges every few months, typically...
View ArticleIs This Corvette Crash Photo a Result of Texting While Driving?
A horrific photo of a Corvette which has crashed into the back of a large truck is often circulated with a story describing the image as a result of texting while driving. Is this story true or false?...
View ArticleElephant Painting a Portrait: Real or Hoax?
A series of videos have been making the rounds on the major social media outlets for several years which depict elephants painting. Are these videos real or fake? The videos are real. The elephants are...
View Article“National Kill a Pit Bull Day” is a Hoax
A warning claims that some people are trying to turn October 31 into “National Kill a Pit Bull” Day. It’s a hoax. Let’s first take a look at the warning, which first circulated in 2012, reappeared in...
View ArticleThe Fake “Pig Fish” Photo
An image allegedly shows a new species of fish known as a Hogfish or Pigfish because it has a head which resembles a pig. Is this real or fake? It’s fake. Let’s first take a look at what is being...
View ArticleAT&T Digital Life Alarm Permit Email: Scam or Legit?
Did you receive an email from AT&T Digital Life about an alarm permit required in your area? I did, and asked AT&T if it was real or not. Their answer? “Maybe.” AT&T Digital Life Digital...
View ArticleLana Newstrom’s Invisible Art: Real or Hoax?
A story published by the Canadian broadcasting network tells of an artist who makes millions selling “invisible” artwork. Is this story true or false? The story is fake. It was created for a segment on...
View ArticleMTV 12 and Pregnant: Real or Hoax?
A report claims that MTV is working on a new show called “12 and Pregnant.” Is this story real? The story is fake. It was published back in July 2014 by the fake news “satire” website Empire News. The...
View ArticleGolden Zebra: Real or Hoax?
An image that has been circulating online for the last year and a half claims to show a rare golden zebra. Is this image real or fake? The image is real, but it has been digitally enhanced. This rare...
View ArticleThe Legend of the Mothman
In 1966, residents of Point Pleasant, WV claimed to see a large bird with a man’s body and a 10 foot wingspan. Local papers called the creature “Mothman.” Broad Overview of the “Mothman” Story In the...
View ArticleIs Pluto A Planet Once Again?
Social media has lit up this week with rumors that Pluto has been restored to its status as a planet. Is this true or false? It’s not true. Pluto’s status was recently debated in Cambridge...
View ArticleDid Sarah Palin Urge Invasion of Ebola?
Did Sarah Palin urge President Obama to invade Ebola, as a report heavily shared on social media this week suggests? The story is fake. Sarah Palin did not make such statements. Her “open letter”...
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