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.
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‘Friendly Roast in 2015,’ ‘HRC Being Roasted’
TikTok footage purportedly showing then-candidate Donald Trump “roasting” Hillary Clinton in 2015 is missing context.
‘Victoria’s Secret Meltdown’ Video
A white woman named Abigail Elphick was filmed feigning a panic attack after allegedly attempting to physically attack a fellow Victoria’s Secret shopper.
Walmart ‘National Anthem’ Video
Footage of an apparently “spontaneous” rendition of the national anthem in a Walmart in Haslet, Texas went viral in July 2021.
‘Fabuloso in Toilet Tank’ TikTok Hack
The prospect of Fabuloso scenting your toilet tank is alluring, but a viral CleanTok hack has been the subject of debate over whether it’s septic safe or bad for seals and gaskets.
‘Beauty Therapist Cuts Off Lashes After Client’s Card is Declined’ Story Goes Viral
A viral, updated tabloid tale about a beauty therapist cutting a client’s eyelashes off over a declined card looks like someone misunderstanding meme culture.
TikTok’s ‘Antifa Hoedown’ (#NeverGonnaStopUs), Explained
Composer @DannyKBernstein’s catchy “Antifa Hoedown” went viral on TikTok and elsewhere in early 2021.
Gorilla Glue Hair Lawsuit, Explained
After a TikTok user relayed an unfortunate mishap with Gorilla Glue and her hair, rumors proliferated that she planned to sue the manufacturer.
Oregon Health Nurse on ‘Administrative Leave’ After Tiktok About Not Wearing Masks or Social Distancing
Salem Health confirmed that an oncology nurse was placed on administrative leave after she posted a video about flouting masks and ignoring physical distancing recommendations.
Did Joe Biden Say ‘I’m Gonna Take on Those Rapist Mexicans’ During a Rally?
A short clip on TikTok appeared to show the Democratic Party candidate saying, “I’m going to take on those rapist Mexicans” — but another TikTok video quickly addressed the claim.