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Politics
There’s no evidence to support a claim from Conservative MP Lincoln Jopp—credible estimates suggest the correct figure is actually around 6% or 7%. Read
Health
We look at a misleading claim in an Instagram video about vitamin A and measles. Read
Hoaxes
Similar posts have been shared in at least 20 different community groups, claiming a necklace containing ashes has been found in various locations across the UK. Read
Conflict
Footage of someone gliding to the ground has been shared with the false claim that it shows an Indian fighter pilot landing after being shot down by Pakistan. Read
Politics
Full Fact takes a look at whether the government is meeting its key pledges on crime Read
Shopping
A spokesperson for the retailer has confirmed a Facebook post claiming Argos is offering laptops to the over-40s for £4.95 is not a genuine offer. Read
Hoaxes
The mugshots accompanying the Facebook posts were first released by US police in 2021. Read
Conflict
Footage circulating now has been online since at least April 2024, and there’s no evidence that it shows a Chinese air drop, or that China has delivered aid via air recently. Read
Conflict
The video, which has been viewed over 344,000 times on Facebook, has been altered with artificial intelligence. Read
Politics
The Treasury has said claims on social media that the Chancellor is set to introduce a window tax on privately owned homes are “misinformation”. Read
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