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Morgue pictures don’t show hidden bodies of Valencia flood victims
The pictures show morgues in the US, rather than an attempt by the media to hide photos of the victims…
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Portugal isn’t issuing a commemorative Ronaldo coin
The online claims allege that 25,000 €7 coins honouring the Portuguese football star would enter circulation, with a purchase price…
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No, Charlie Hebdo didn’t publish an issue with Zelenskyy as Quasimodo
Fake newspaper and magazine covers are a tactic often used in Russian propaganda. ADVERTISEMENT A fake version of the front…
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No, UK isn’t offering ‘cash bonuses’ to euthanise the elderly
The bizarre claims have sprung off the back of MPs’ approval of a bill which would legalise assisted dying for…
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Finland president did not post video supporting Nigerian separatists
A post on social media wrongfully claims that Alexander Stubb supports the Biafra separatist movement in Nigeria. ADVERTISEMENT A video…
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Who brings Europeans their Christmas presents?
It’s not just Santa Claus who delivers gifts to Europe over the Christmas season. ADVERTISEMENT Christmas has finally come and,…
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Viral video of Musk and Meloni kissing is AI-generated
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s expressive face has often led to her being romantically paired with other prominent global figures…
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How many artefacts in British Museum are actually British?
It’s often claimed online that the British Museum in London would have nothing left to show if it returned every…
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Fact-checkers at increasing risk of abuse — report
In an age of increasing distrust in mainstream media, fact-checkers, who are tasked with clarifying and debunking misleading claims, now…
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No, UK PM hasn’t told Brits to get out for disagreeing with him
Posts on X, Facebook and TikTok suggest that Keir Starmer is trying to get rid of British citizens while welcoming…
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