Is Doc from ‘Fraggle Rock’ Also Doc from ‘Boondock Saints’?
A popular “today years old” meme noted that “Doc” from the wholesome “Fraggle Rock” was also “Doc” in the rather less wholesome action-thriller film, “The Boondock Saints.”
August 2019
Did Cameras Malfunction in Prison the Night Jeffrey Epstein Died?
In a predictable pattern, social media claims led to media reports repeating those rumors which then strengthened those rumors in a feedback loop.
Did Netflix Really Cancel ‘The OA’?
News of the show’s cancellation after only two seasons was seen as a potential ruse by its fans.
Did Anne Frank Write that ‘Terrible Things’ Were Happening, Parents Taken While Children Were at School?
After an immigration raid in Mississippi left children crying in the streets looking for their parents, a quote attributed to Anne Frank about similar events appeared.
Did Tommy Lee Write a Lengthy Anti-Trump Screed on Twitter?
Although the musician reposted a rant about United States President Donald Trump and his followers, he didn’t write it himself.
‘First Day of School’ Picture After Mississippi ICE Raid
A massive immigration raid in Mississippi in August 2019 left many children alone or in the care of strangers on the first day of school.
2019 ‘Reported Cases of Flesh Eating Bacteria’ Map on Facebook
A Facebook post with a map of purported flesh-eating bacteria cases was shared thousands of times, but is it accurate?
‘Last Year Guns Killed’ Protest Sign
A protest sign from 2018 claims that “last year,” guns killed more than 10,000 Americans and compared that statistic to gun deaths in other countries.
Did Police in Texas Attach a ‘Leash’ to a Black Man’s Handcuffs?
A photograph of a black man on a leash being led by a white police officer spread virally on social media.
Is This an Accurate Picture of 2019’s Mass Shooters?
As the American public started to discuss white supremacist-linked violence in the context of mass shootings, a image showing dozens of people purportedly responsible began to circulate.