A photograph circulating on social media in June 2026 shows a sparse crowd at the Great American State Fair, which is being held on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall as part of the United States’ 250th birthday celebrations. The image has been verified as an accurate depiction of the event’s attendance. The Great American State Fair, … Read more
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has now extended to a fourth province, according to recent media accounts. Reports from the DRC’s National Institute of Biomedical Research indicate that a case was identified in Haut-Uele province. This occurred after an individual traveled to the region from Ituri province, which is … Read more
A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine indicates no link between the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol) during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. This finding contributes to a growing body of evidence supporting the safety of acetaminophen during pregnancy. The research team from … Read more
A listeriosis outbreak in Canada in 2024, which resulted in at least 20 illnesses and three fatalities, has been linked to contaminated plant-based milk products. This event is believed to be the first listeriosis outbreak associated with alternative dairy beverages, according to public health authorities. A comprehensive investigation into the outbreak’s origin was recently published … Read more
A viral social media rumor falsely claims that Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected Ellen DeGeneres’ request to reinstate her U.S. citizenship. The social media posts suggest that Rubio stated DeGeneres had “no valid reason to immigrate to the US.” This rumor gained significant traction on Facebook, leading to confusion about whether DeGeneres had renounced … Read more
U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, a Republican candidate for the Senate in Georgia, has criticized the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, attributing current inflation to the legislation and highlighting incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff’s support for it. In a television advertisement released on June 17, Collins stated that Ossoff "cast the deciding vote for the inflation disaster … Read more
Social media is buzzing with a rumor alleging that Donald Trump ordered the termination of Joe Biden’s taxpayer-funded Secret Service detail following an alleged insult. The circulating posts suggest that Trump rescinded Biden’s lifetime protection after the former president reportedly referred to him as a "loser." This has led to widespread online discussion and questions … Read more
A social media rumor circulated in June 2026, claiming that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the State Department had rejected former television host Ellen DeGeneres’ application to regain her U.S. citizenship. One such claim, appearing on a Facebook page on June 24, asserted that Rubio had denied DeGeneres’ application because she lacked a … Read more
During a significant party gathering on Saturday, June 27, Florida Republicans heard leaders address immigration, voting laws, and US elections. Several of these pronouncements were either incorrect or omitted crucial context. This analysis examines Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia’s assertion that Florida leads the nation in apprehending and deporting undocumented immigrants. Claim: Florida is … Read more
A video circulating online claims to show a US airstrike in Iran that resulted in the death of the country’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi. The video depicts a building engulfed in flames, followed by a substantial explosion. However, an examination of the claim reveals it to be false. There are no credible reports confirming the … Read more