FACT CHECK: No, The Sun And The Moon Are Not The Same Size
post shared on facebook They claim that the sun and moon are the same size. Verdict: False That claim is inaccurate. The sun is significantly larger than the moon, but its horns are about the same size, multiple experts told Check Your Fact via email. Fact check: The US is in a space race with […]
FAA tells airlines to check door plugs on second Boeing plane
Jeff Sica, founder of Circle Squared Alternative Investments, discusses whether Boeing stock is a buy for Barney & Company. The US Federal Aviation Administration is currently reviewing the Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft, which has been grounded following the Alaska Airlines accident on January 5th, and is asking airlines to issue a review of the Boeing […]
How to check your Apple warranty status and what it covers
You love Apple devices, right? They're sleek, powerful, and easy to use. But what if something goes wrong with them? In that case, understanding your warranty coverage can make a big difference. Apple warrants that your device will work as intended for a period of time. How long? It depends on the type of device […]
FACT CHECK: Video Claims To Show Expired Gaza Aid In Egypt
video shared on facebook Claims to show expired aid to Gaza in Rafah, Egypt. Verdict: False This video was filmed in Saudi Arabia in 2016 and has no connection to Gaza. Fact check: Medical supplies for hostages held by Hamas and humanitarian aid for Palestinians have arrived in Gaza, mediated by France and Qatar. NBC […]
FACT CHECK: Facebook Video Features Video Game, Not Real Footage Of Houthis Destroying F-15
video shared on facebook It claims to show Houthi rebels destroying an American F-15 aircraft. Verdict: False According to YouTube, the video shows a military simulation from the video game Arma 3 and is not actual footage. A spokesperson for Arma 3 developer Bohemia Interactive confirmed in an email to Check Your Fact that his […]
FACT CHECK: Did Texas Bar Border Patrol From Rescuing Three Migrants Who Drowned?
multiple media outlet report that The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that Texas has barred Customs and Border Protection (CBP) from rescuing a drowning woman and two children from the Rio Grande River. “One thing is clear: Governor Abbott's political stunt is cruel, inhumane and dangerous.” Story: https://t.co/olSwd3Ssj3 pic.twitter.com/oc99ZNhxQe — Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) January […]
FACT CHECK: Viral X Video Does Not Show German Protest In Support Of Palestine
viral video Shared by Xpreviously claimed on Twitter to highlight recent pro-Palestinian protests in Germany. 🚨🚨⚡🇵🇸🇩🇪 In Germany, crowds of people shouted “Together against fascism” People express support for Palestine! pic.twitter.com/5AEigmyxIw — Fahad_ Heaven™ (Sage) 🇵🇸 (@Fahad_Heaven) January 16, 2024 Verdict: False The original video, also shared on X, shows a recent protest in Leipzig […]
JPMorgan CEO delivers brutal reality check straight to the heart of Democrats for attacking Trump supporters: ‘Grow up’
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is offering political wisdom on Donald Trump to Democrats and the media. Dimon said Wednesday on CBNC's “Squawk Box” that constant attacks on Trump, his supporters and his “Make America Great Again” policies will ultimately backfire on President Joe Biden and the Democratic Party. I warned him that he would […]
FACT CHECK: Does This Video Show Recent Polish Protests In Support Of German Farmers?
post shared on social media It reportedly indicates that a Polish truck driver recently took part in German farmers' protests. This is huge 🚜 Polish truck drivers are currently standing in solidarity with German farmers' protests. Share – This video will not be published in the media 👇pic.twitter.com/twFjVubFt7 — Peter Sweden (@PeterSweden7) January 8, 2024 […]
FACT CHECK: Facebook Video Falsely Claims To Show Sobbing Child In Gaza
video shared on facebook It purports to show a child sobbing in Gaza while discussing the hardships faced by his family as a result of the Israel-Hamas war. Verdict: False The original video shared by Al Jazeera on YouTube shows a Syrian child discussing his family's evacuation after their tent burns down. Fact check: At […]