Was There a ‘March to End COVID-19’ in Cleveland?
People really are ignoring social distancing orders, but not in this case.
Did Yelp and GoFundMe Create COVID-19 Fundraisers for Restaurants Without Telling Them?
The two tech companies’ attempt to generate donations without first seeking permission drew criticism online.
Did the President of the United States Tell Governors Seeking Ventilators That Favors Are ‘a Two-Way Street’?
Donald Trump did say negotiations with state governors was a “two-way street,” but he didn’t specifically claim to be withholding ventilators from governors he deemed unfriendly to him.
Is the Canadian Government Giving Citizens $2,000 a Month Because of COVID-19?
Comparisons between relief packages in Canada and the United States are missing some details.
Is a ‘Coronavirus Challenge’ on Social Media Prompting Teens to Infect Themselves With COVID-19?
Media outlets can’t resist turning every viral topic into an alleged rash of teen clout chasing, this time reporting on a “coronavirus challenge” during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Did a Gerrity’s Store Discard $35,000 of Food After a Woman ‘Coughed’ on It During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, reports of a woman “coughing” on food items in a supermarket went viral fast, based on an emotive account from the chain’s co-owner.
Are Los Angeles Police Conducting ‘Spot Checks’ on ‘Non-Essential’ Driving?
A Twitter user shared what she called coworkers’ accounts of being pulled over amid a stay-at-home order.
Is Amazon Seeking Public Donations to Fund Sick Leave During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Amazon’s chief executive officer Jeff Bezos is a frequent target of anti-billionaire ire, which continued with claims that Amazon was soliciting public donations for paid time off.
Does This Video Show That ‘Tanks Have Arrived in San Diego’?
Social media users and shoddy blogs are taking shaky videos of relatively common military shipments and turning them into conspiracy fodder.
‘I Wonder Why the Cameraman Didn’t Need Protective Clothing?’ Facebook Post
A viral tweet and post attempted to prove that the media had “hyped” the threat of COVID-19 by donning protective gear when clearly none was necessary.