A recent study indicates that administering the recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV), which protects against shingles (herpes zoster), within a year of a resident’s admission to or discharge from a US nursing home significantly reduces their risk of receiving a dementia diagnosis for up to four years. Published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, this research … Read more
A viral video circulating online, showing white smoke at the White House, has ignited speculation that a peace deal between the United States and Iran has been reached. This claim emerged during ongoing diplomatic talks in June 2026, as President Trump had frequently suggested that a significant agreement was imminent. The reported terms of this … Read more
A fabricated social media post claiming to be from Donald Trump announcing his attendance at an upcoming FIFA World Cup match between Iran and New Zealand has circulated online. The post, which included the slogans “FREE IRAN. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”, has garnered varied reactions, with some users believing it to be authentic. However, an … Read more
Reports circulating online suggest that President Donald Trump plans to allocate $300 billion to Iran for a reconstruction fund. These claims often draw a contrast with potential domestic spending on issues like student debt, healthcare, and homelessness. However, details indicate this would be an international investment initiative, primarily supported by Gulf states, rather than a … Read more
An image circulating online in mid-2026 purported to show exclusively Muslim customers at a Texas Costco. This image was accompanied by racist and Islamophobic commentary. One of the earliest instances of this image found was posted on May 4, 2026, and had garnered over 1.6 million views by the time of this report. The accompanying … Read more
A viral X post claimed that Folarin Balogun celebrated a goal by lifting his jersey to reveal a shirt featuring Charlie Kirk’s image. Following the United States’ commanding victory in its first home World Cup match in 32 years – the team’s most significant win in the tournament – a photograph began circulating on social … Read more
A photograph shows a double rainbow above the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., on June 12, 2026. This image corresponds with the date that scaffolding was erected to remove former President Donald Trump’s name from the building, following a judge’s order. In 2025, Trump had the John F. … Read more
A viral social media post has circulating with claims that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is refusing to cooperate with federal auditors. The post alleges she is under investigation for a suspicious $22 million net worth and has stated, “I have the same right to privacy as everyone else.” These claims have spread widely online, leading to … Read more
A viral social media post claims that federal election fraud investigations in California are now focusing on Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Adam Schiff. The post alleges that these officials are being investigated for their alleged roles in helping undocumented immigrants register to vote to influence California elections. The claim stems from ongoing probes, confirmed … Read more
A 21-year-old woman died while participating in a rope jump in Brazil. Reports indicate that the crew members responsible for her safety failed to attach her to the necessary equipment before she made the jump. This incident occurred on June 13, 2026, on the Trilha da Ponte do Esqueleto bridge near Limeira, in the state … Read more