Internet Hoaxes

  • Fact Check

Will “sophisticated scam” steal money when clicking a link? Fact Check

A message spreading on social media warns readers of receiving messages about failed payments, and that this is a "sophisticated…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

UK workers need to show letter or face fine during coronavirus outbreak? Fact Check

A message is spreading, predominantly in the UK, that claims people need a letter "from tomorrow" from their employer to…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

Has UK banned alcohol consumption amid coronavirus pandemic? Fact Check

Messages online claim that a "strict ban of alcohol" has been issued in the UK amid the coronavirus pandemic. FALSE…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

Is Asda implementing a “no kids” policy in stores? Fact Check

A message spreading online claims that supermarket Asda is starting a "no kids" policy starting "tomorrow" and that only one…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

“Text from NHS worker” advises people not to buy bread. Fact Check

A message that claims is derived from an "NHS worker" advises everyone to stay indoors and not to leave the…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

Can you wear medical mask both ways depending if you’re sick? Fact Check

Various online messages purport to show how to correctly wear a medical mask. The messages claim you should wear the…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

Lemons, hot water and bicarbonate can cure COVID-19? Fact Check

Messages online claim that drinking hot water with lemons will cure or prevent the COVID-19 disease. FALSE We have seen…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

5 posts about coronavirus you should NOT be sharing

While misinformation spreads rapidly across social media about the coronavirus, we take a look at five of the most popular…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

How to spot fake coronavirus posts on social media

Anyone who follows our website regularly will know that there has been a plethora of coronavirus themed rumours, misinformation and…

5 years ago
  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

“I have no income due to coronavirus” payment relief viral message. Fact Check

A message online claims that those who have experienced loss of income due to the coronavirus outbreak can only claim…

5 years ago