The “friend’s uncle” list of coronavirus “facts” – Fact Check
A series of “facts” about the 2019 coronavirus strain are spreading across social media that –…
Drinking water and keeping throat moist protects against coronavirus? Fact Check
Various warnings circulating social media claim that keeping your throat moist and drinking water regularly will…
“Human Coronavirus” on back of disinfectant bottles proof cover-up? Fact Check
Videos spreading on social media show various people looking at the small print of anti-bacterial or…
Did Sanders propose 52% tax on people earning $29,000? Fact Check
Viral claims circulating online assert that Bernie Sanders proposes to tax people making $29,000 or over…
The history of one of computing most enduring commands – cut & paste
After the passing of computer scientist Larry Tesler, we take a look at one of his…
Can Snapchat users opt out of having photos shared with authorities
A claim spreading on social media claims that Snapchat is now legally authorized to provide evidence…
5 popular myths about hacking and hackers
If movies are to be believed, computer hackers are socially awkward teenagers living in darkened basements,…
Did insulting article about Caroline Flack appear in teen magazine? Fact Check
A page from what appears to be a magazine aimed at young teenagers featuring late TV…
Do Trojan make renewed, pre-owned condoms? Fact Check
An image spreading online appears to show a pack of Trojan condoms that are advertised as…
Why clicking on Unsubscribe in a spam email is usually a bad idea
We all hate spam email, yet nearly everyone gets it from time to time. Yet despite…