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A post shared on social media about last weekend’s “National Rejoin March” featured an image of a different march against Brexit, held in 2019. Read
A video showing green and red lights at Tesco Swindon has sparked speculation on social media. Read
The video has been shared across multiple social media platforms. Read
The hoax has been posted in community groups across the UK and abroad. Read
The hoax has been shared in community groups across the UK and abroad. Read
Health
Viral videos show banned naturopath Barbara O’Neill claim that cayenne pepper will heal a stomach ulcer. Like other chillies, it can cause irritation and worsen symptoms for those with the condition. Read
Health
A post spread widely on social media claims that eating honey alone can sustain human life. This would actually lead to serious life-threatening nutrient deficiencies. Read
Health
A social media video listing the “only four main causes of acid reflux” doesn’t actually list the chief causes. Some listed aren’t causes at all. Read
Health
Claims government spending on private healthcare companies is double GP services aren’t quite right, as non-NHS healthcare spend figures also include money for charities and local councils. Read
Immigration
Reform UK party leader Richard Tice wrongly claimed in a social media post that 50% of children seeking asylum were found to be adults. Read
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