Claim: In August 2026, Arch “Beaver” Aplin III, CEO of the Buc-ee’s convenience store chain, stated that the company was prioritizing expansion in “conservative, business-friendly” states. Rating: An online rumor spread in August 2026 claiming that the head of the popular southern convenience store chain Buc-ee’s announced the company would completely halt expansion into “blue … Read more
Following an announcement by Pennsylvania health authorities regarding the state’s first measles-related fatalities of 2026, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly questioned the legitimacy of the reports, suggesting the deaths might have been “fabricated.” This touched off a public dispute involving Kennedy, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, state health officials, a local county commissioner, … Read more
Claim: In August 2026, a circulating rumor claimed that U.S. President Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social stating the National September 11 Memorial & Museum barred him from speaking at the upcoming 25th-anniversary ceremony, and that his administration was reviewing plans to “shut them down permanently.” Rating: As the 25th anniversary of the … Read more
Social media users are claiming that a significant G20 announcement by the administration is being intentionally kept under wraps by mainstream news outlets WASHINGTON, DC: Rumors regarding the Trump administration and an upcoming G20 summit have been spreading rapidly online. According to several posts, a major policy or announcement was made during the event that … Read more
Claim: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wore a hijab at a New York City mosque in August 2026. Rating: What’s True Footage of Hochul inside the mosque genuinely shows her with a headscarf on, and a portion of her hair is visible. What’s False She was not wearing a traditional hijab, which involves a comprehensive … Read more
Claim: By August 2026, Canadian authorities allegedly began blocking ships from passing through the Welland Canal if their shipping documentation used the name “Lake America” instead of “Lake Ontario.” Rating: Toward the end of August 2026, social media posts began circulating a narrative that Canada was denying transit through the Welland Canal — the vital … Read more
A viral social media post falsely suggested that the official White House account shared a critical remark about President Donald Trump. WASHINGTON, DC: A screenshot circulating across social media platforms has sparked widespread confusion and amusement by appearing to show a surprising post from the official White House account. The widely shared image made it … Read more
Lionel Richie did indeed perform ‘All Night Long’ at The Muny in St Louis during his concert on August 29, 2026. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI: Social media has been buzzing with rumors regarding Lionel Richie following unconfirmed reports that he was admitted to an ICU in St Louis. Amidst the discussions about his medical situation, certain … Read more
Viral claims suggest Donald Trump announced plans to construct the “Melania Canal” to bypass Canada’s Welland Waterway. WASHINGTON, DC: Amid rising trade tensions and tariff disputes between the United States and Canada, a satirical rumor has spread across social media alleging that President Donald Trump plans to build a new waterway named the ‘Melania Canal’ … Read more
The viral post has circulated across multiple social media platforms, quickly accumulating hundreds of thousands of views. NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A persistent social media rumor alleges that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was recently ejected from the historic Jewish landmark Katz’s Deli after arriving accompanied by pro-Palestine demonstrators carrying banners and flags. … Read more