Nikola Tesla ‘369 Theory’
The concept of “manifesting” has become popular on platforms like TikTok, and posts often mention a purported Nikola Tesla quote about “369” and the “secrets of the universe.”
Lollapalooza Crowd 2021 Image
After more than a year of social distancing, images of Chicago’s Lollapalooza crowd alarmed some viewers.
Statue of Buddha in a Flood
A mysterious video of what appears to be a Buddha statue in a flood circulated on social media in August 2021.
Sea Cats and Passports
Out-of-context images and posts about “sea cats” requiring passports spread across social media in the summer of 2021.
Did Denzel Washington Say ‘Your Own Family’ Will Discredit You When You’re ‘Breaking Generational Curses’?
Once again, it looks like an observation apparently first made by a woman was later attributed to a famous man to make a quote more shareable.
Simone Biles, Kerri Strug, and ‘the Twisties’
Social media lauded Simone Biles and compared her to athletes like Kerri Strug and Elena Mukhina after her decision to pull out of the Olympics all-around gymnastics final.
Police Officers’ Testimony Refutes Right Wing Capitol Riot Disinformation
The claim that the right-wing mob “backs the blue” was exposed in a House committee meeting.
‘China Received 8 Months of Rain in Just 5 Days’ in July 2021
A terrifying viral photograph purportedly shows flooding in China caused by unprecedented levels of rain.
Bic’s ‘Martha and Snoop’ Ad
A purported advertisement for Bic lighters features both Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart describing a range of uses.
Banana Peel Water for Plants
A viral Facebook post advised the use of “banana peel water” or “banana peel tea” to grow impressively robust plants.