US authorities are examining over $300 million in commercial agreements connected to the Argentina Football Association (AFA). This comes after a rumor circulated on social media, suggesting that the AFA president was detained by the FBI following Argentina’s loss in the FIFA World Cup Final on July 19. The rumor claimed that Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia, … Read more
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Social media platforms have been abuzz with a rumor suggesting that Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney is expecting her first child with her boyfriend, businessman Scooter Braun. This claim has ignited significant fan excitement, though some have questioned its validity, leading to a verification of the facts. The Claim: Sydney Sweeney is pregnant … Read more
A social media rumor falsely claims that Rama Duwaji, wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, has threatened to make Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the city a “living hell.” The claim suggests Duwaji called Netanyahu a war criminal who should not be free on city streets and that she would do … Read more
A link posted to the Miami Heat’s YouTube channel on July 21, 2026, suggested the team was planning a press conference for July 27 to announce the signing of basketball star LeBron James. While the video was quickly made private on YouTube and removed from Google search results, it remained discoverable through Bing and DuckDuckGo … Read more
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has asserted that foreign adversaries possess the capability to access and alter votes cast in U.S. elections, a claim that aligns with narratives previously put forth by former President Donald Trump regarding the 2020 election’s integrity. Mullin stated on July 17th that vital components of voting machines are … Read more
Recent online discussions have reignited claims concerning former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper’s past remarks, suggesting they point to former President Barack Obama’s involvement in the Russia investigation. A social media post circulating widely alleges that Clapper admitted Obama directed what the post labels the “Russia hoax” to frame President Donald Trump. This graphic … Read more
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced plans to implement annual testosterone level testing for U.S. service members. This initiative, dubbed the "High-T Department of War," will involve mandatory screenings for active duty and reserve personnel aged 30 and older as part of their regular health assessments. Service members younger than 30 will have the option … Read more
The baby name “Donald” reached a record low in popularity for new U.S. births in 2025. Social media users shared this information in June and July of 2026, often accompanied by images of U.S. President Donald Trump. For instance, one post on X featured a picture of Trump with a baby, stating, “Fewer than 400 … Read more
A claim circulating online alleges that Charles Spencer, brother of the late Princess Diana, delivered a critical speech about Queen Camilla at a royal gala in 2026. This claim has been rated as false. Reports and videos, primarily on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok, suggested that Spencer used the occasion to reveal personal writings … Read more
Conservative activist Laura Loomer has circulated a claim that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was denied a security clearance by the FBI due to national security concerns. Loomer stated that an anonymous senior FBI source informed her of this denial, citing suspected communication with Islamic terrorist organizations as the reason Mamdani is considered a … Read more