Photo shows US girl with birthmark, not injured Palestinian baby
The photo has been shared with incorrect captions since at least 2021. Read
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Video of ‘pro-Palestine’ demonstration in Turkey is actually from 2021
A video circulating of a demonstration in Turkey was recorded before the outbreak of the latest Israel-Gaza conflict. Read
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Clip claiming to show new ‘iron beam’ system in Israel is taken from a video game
Footage from the video game has spread on Facebook, with claims it shows a new air defence system in operation in Israel. Read
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HMA label on Asda beef does not mean it’s halal
The claim has been circulating online for at least eight years. Read
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Video shows scenes in Algiers, not bombing in Gaza
The video, which appears to actually show football celebrations, has been shared widely across social media platforms since 7 October. Read
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You can’t go to prison solely for not paying the TV licence
However, you can be jailed for non-payment of subsequent fines. Read
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Video of children in cages predates Hamas attack on Israel
The video has been shared widely across social media in recent days but does not show events during the October 2023 conflict. Read
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Video shows an attack in Ukraine, not Gaza
Many claim the video shows “white phosphorus bombs” being used in the Gaza Strip. Read
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Fire brigade says Luton Airport car park fire started in diesel vehicle
People have claimed online that a hybrid or electric vehicle started the blaze. Read
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UK not the only country in Europe that allows shops to refuse cash
Other countries including Finland, Sweden and the Netherlands allow retailers to refuse cash. Read
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