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Following the recent opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Illinois, a rumor has spread across social media claiming that former President Donald Trump intends to close it, labeling it a “waste of taxpayer funds.” This assertion has generated considerable discussion and prompted scrutiny. The circulated claim suggests that Trump plans to shutter the … Read more
A new book alleges that Donald Trump privately criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a 2025 phone call concerning Gaza ceasefire negotiations. The book, titled "Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump" by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, claims Trump referred to Netanyahu as a "con man" and stated that "all Jews … Read more
A viral social media post falsely claims that actor Robert De Niro has offered to cover the legal expenses for individuals accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The post alleges that De Niro pledged financial support to members of Antifa who purportedly dumped chemical-laced algae and paint-stripping peptides into the pool. The fabricated … Read more
A recent analysis published in BMJ Global Health indicates that between 2000 and 2022, pandemic-causing pathogens, such as SARS-CoV-2 responsible for COVID-19, inflicted the most substantial historical and projected emerging infectious disease (EID) burdens globally. In contrast, dengue and cholera emerged as the most impactful non-pandemic illnesses during this period. Geographically, the Americas and Africa … Read more
A recent analysis in BMJ Global Health highlights that pandemic-causing pathogens, particularly SARS-CoV-2 (the virus responsible for COVID-19), have historically and are projected to impose the most significant global burdens from emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) between 2000 and 2034. For non-pandemic illnesses, dengue and cholera were identified as the most impactful. The study, conducted by … Read more
A group of 65 organizations, encompassing health, environmental, consumer, and animal welfare interests, has submitted a formal request to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advocating for the cessation of routine antibiotic administration to food-producing animals. This citizen’s petition, submitted to the FDA last week, urges the agency to revoke the approval of antibiotics … Read more
A recent outbreak of Andes hantavirus aboard a Dutch cruise ship, which resulted in 13 individuals falling ill and three fatalities, was successfully managed through a comprehensive international public health effort. This coordinated response effectively contained the outbreak and minimized the risk to the wider population. A report detailing this public health operation, involving international … Read more
An Oklahoma judge issued a restraining order in 2016 that prohibited Karrah Youngblood from publicly sharing accusations she made against James Carrell Luman II. Luman had sued Youngblood for defamation after she published a flyer online accusing him of rape, kidnapping, and other serious offenses. The judge’s order specified that Youngblood was prevented from “communicating … Read more
An image circulating online in June 2026 purports to show a screenshot from The Trump Organization’s merchandise store, allegedly selling small pieces of peeling paint from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The claim, shared across platforms like Instagram, X, Facebook, Reddit, and Bluesky, prompted inquiries about its validity. While it is true that “American flag … Read more
In June 2026, a viral social media claim emerged suggesting that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advocated for prioritizing water resources for artificial intelligence over human needs. The supposed statement, attributed to an appearance at the VivaTech technology conference in Paris, sparked widespread discussion and skepticism. Posts circulated on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and … Read more