Fake message warns users of “Popcorn Carnival” video hoax on WhatsApp
A warning is spreading on WhatsApp and Facebook that claims a video is spreading across WhatsApp…
5 utterly ridiculous “Nigerian” email scams we hope no one fell for
The aim of an advance fee “Nigerian” email scam is to trick an email recipient into…
Does typing #rắn or #ran make a snake appear on your screen? No – it’s a prank
Does typing #rắn or #ran in the comments section of a Facebook post really reveal a…
Microsoft clear up confusion – MS Paint not quite “dead” yet
Initial reports that claimed Microsoft Paint was to be deleted has sparked confusion, and Microsoft has…
Phantom item “jajket” appearing on Walmart receipts? Fact check
A rumour online is claiming that Walmart shoppers should check their till receipts for an item…
ASDA giving 7.5% discount to refugees? Fact Check
Rumours are spreading online that Asda has announced a new policy whereas refugees in the United…
Network of “sex-starved” Twitter bots gets over 30 million clicks
A single network of over 80,000 Twitter accounts sent a staggering 8.5 million tweets in the…
5 things we need to learn from the Jayden K Smith hoax
If you were on Facebook recently, you probably have heard of a chap called Jayden K…
Why are there so many video memes of still images on Facebook?
In 2017, the latest trend you may have noticed happening on your Facebook newsfeed is video…
Was a Bull Shark really spotted on Ohio River? Fact Check
Rumours are circulating online that claim a 12 foot Bull Shark was discovered on the Ohio…