Advocacy organizations are petitioning the U.S. government to make an experimental Ebola treatment, Mapp Biopharmaceutical’s MBP134, available for clinical trials and emergency use in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, where a Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak is currently active. The letter was sent to the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) by … Read more
The bacterium Yersinia pestis has caused devastating plagues throughout human history, including the Plague of Justinian, the Black Death, and the Third Plague. For a long time, the prevailing theory was that the development of agriculture, while providing a stable food source, also facilitated the spread of plague by attracting pests that carried the bacteria. … Read more
U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., correctly stated in a June 6, 2026, speech that Israel used napalm against the USS Liberty during a 1967 attack. Both Israel and the United States have concluded through their reviews that the attack was accidental, though this conclusion remains a subject of legitimate debate. Claims circulating online suggested Massie … Read more
The claim that singer-rapper Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, filed for divorce from his wife, Bunnie Xo (Alisa DeFord), in 2026 has been confirmed as true. The rumor gained traction in June 2026, circulating on social media platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit. This was fueled by a report from TMZ … Read more
A June 2026 video circulating on social media falsely claims that a Fox News reporter described the green, algae-filled water in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as blue. The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool had recently undergone renovations, including repainting its concrete floor with a color described as “American flag blue.” However, algae, a recurring issue … Read more
Concerns are growing about illegal immigration and border security following allegations by former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Noem claims an organized network is facilitating the entry of Chinese nationals into the United States, suggesting the recent surge at the southern border is not random but part of a coordinated effort. This has fueled speculation … Read more
Critics have voiced strong disapproval of Josh Hokit’s recent remarks, labeling them as transphobic and associating them with persistent conspiracy theories concerning the former first lady. Amidst the escalating controversy surrounding Josh Hokit and Michelle Obama, a new rumor has gained considerable traction online, suggesting that the UFC has imposed a ban on Hokit from … Read more
A recent pre-primary debate in Massachusetts saw Democratic U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton and Republican trial attorney John Deaton present their platforms to voters as they aim to challenge incumbent Democratic Sen. Ed Markey in the November election. Senator Markey did not attend the June 16 event but has committed to two debates with Moulton in … Read more
Children who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) after a COVID-19 infection face a significantly higher likelihood of experiencing new and ongoing health issues compared to their peers who did not develop MIS-C. This finding comes from a study published recently in Pediatrics. MIS-C is a serious, though uncommon, post-viral condition characterized by widespread … Read more
Children who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) after a COVID-19 infection are at a significantly higher risk for new and ongoing health issues compared to children who do not have MIS-C. This finding comes from a study published recently in Pediatrics. MIS-C is a rare, severe post-viral condition characterized by widespread inflammation that … Read more