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Death cap mushroom trial: How murder plot unfolded - and how killer tried to cover her tracks

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 05:37:10 UTC

More details from the trial of an Australian woman convicted of murdering her parents-in-law and an aunt after serving them poisonous mushrooms for lunch have been revealed - including why her husband rejected an invitation. Erin Patterson speaks to the media outside her home in Leongatha, Victoria, Australia Pic:AAP/Nine News/Reuters

'Pregnancy robot' developed in China as an option for surrogacy?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 05:38:16 UTC

One news outlet in Hong Kong removed an article about the purported invention from its website.

August 12 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 05:38:55 UTC

Fresco from Mycenae possibly depicting a priestess or goddess Eritha (fl. c. 1180 BCE) was a Mycenaean priestess, based at the cult site of Sphagianes in the southwest Peloponnese . Sphagianes is believed to have been near the palatial centre of the Mycenaean state of Pylos, possibly at modern Volimidia . Eritha held authority over several other people, including at least fourteen women probably assigned to her as servants by the palatial state. Around 1180 BCE, she was involved in a legal dispute over the status of her lands against the damos , an organisation representing the other landholders of Sphagianes. While the exact nature of the dispute is unclear, Eritha seems to have claimed that part of her land was held on behalf of her deity, and therefore subject to reduced taxes or obligations. The record of the matter constitutes the longest preserved sentence of Mycenaean Greek and the oldest evidence of a legal dispute from Europe. The outcome of the dispute is unknown. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Berners Street hoax Hurra-yi Khuttali 1883 FA Cup final Archive By email More featured articles About

Dude, the history behind the word dude is wild

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 05:41:27 UTC

The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

On this day: August 12

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 05:42:24 UTC

August 12 Aircraft involved in Japan Air Lines Flight 123 1881 – Franco-American children as young as seven years old began striking against Cabot Mill in Brunswick, Maine , shutting down operations for three days. 1952 – Thirteen Jewish poets were executed in Moscow for espionage based on false confessions . 1985 – Japan Air Lines Flight 123 (aircraft involved pictured) crashed into Mount Takamagahara in Gunma Prefecture , killing 520 of 524 people on board, including singer Kyu Sakamoto , in the world's worst single-aircraft aviation disaster . 2000 – Kursk , an Oscar-class submarine of the Russian Navy , suffered an on-board explosion and sank in the Barents Sea during a military exercise, killing 118 people. 2016 – The state-owned Taedonggang Brewing Company inaugurated the first beer festival in North Korea . George McGinnis (b. 1950) Mario Balotelli (b. 1990) Les Paul (d. 2009) Una Stubbs (d. 2021) More anniversaries: August 11 August 12 August 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Unraveling claims Russia created online 'marketplace' for kidnapped Ukrainian children

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 10:01:40 UTC

Ukrainian officials say Russia has unlawfully taken more than 19,000 children since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

'Batman' actor Christian Bale is building California homes for children in foster care?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 11:01:29 UTC

Construction on the Together California project started in 2024.

Toothpaste made with hair naturally repairs tooth enamel, scientists discover

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-19 11:22:09 UTC

Toothpaste made with hair could repair damaged teeth and stop the early stages of decay, a new study has found. Dr Sherif Elsharkawy. Pic: King's College London

August 20 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 00:02:34 UTC

Rose Cleveland (1846–1918) was the acting first lady of the United States from 1885 to 1886, during the first presidency of her brother, Grover Cleveland , until his wedding with Frances Folsom in 1886. Receiving an advanced education in her youth, Rose Cleveland rejected traditional gender norms and worked in literary and academic positions. She used the role of first lady as a platform for her support of women's suffrage . After leaving the White House , Cleveland authored several fiction and nonfiction works, many relating to women's rights . She was editor of a literary magazine, and continued teaching and lecturing. She met Evangeline Marrs Simpson in 1889, and the two became romantic partners, interrupted for several years by Simpson's marriage to Henry Benjamin Whipple . After reuniting, they moved to Italy in 1910. There, Cleveland spent her final years aiding refugees during World War I and cared for Spanish flu patients before contracting the disease herself and dying in 1918. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Proceratosaurus Maltese nationality law Battle of Preston (1648) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 20

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 00:03:13 UTC

August 20 Bus on the O-Bahn Busway 1710 – War of the Spanish Succession : A Spanish Bourbon army commanded by the Marquis de Bay was soundly defeated by a multinational army led by the Austrian commander Guido Starhemberg . 1920 – The American Professional Football Association, a predecessor of the National Football League , was founded. 1988 – Fires in the United States' Yellowstone National Park ravaged more than 150,000 acres (610 km2 ) on the single worst day of the conflagration . 1989 – The final stage of the O-Bahn Busway in Adelaide , South Australia, was finished, completing at the time the world's longest and fastest guided busway , with buses (example pictured) travelling 12 km (7.5 mi) at speeds of up to 100 km/h (62 mph). 2018 – Silent Sam , a Confederate monument on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill , was toppled by protestors. George Tucker (b. 1775) Ron Paul (b. 1935) Mika Yamamoto (d. 2012) B. K. S. Iyengar (d. 2014) More anniversaries: August 19 August 20 August 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

NYC woman sources own engagement ring diamond after 3 weeks of digging in Arkansas

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 09:18:20 UTC

A 31-year-old woman from New York City decided to source her own diamond for an engagement ring. She finally found one — after digging for three weeks straight in Arkansas.

Eminem invited 'foster child Lily Tran' to perform 'Lose Yourself' with him onstage?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 13:25:10 UTC

The story about Eminem supposedly pausing "mid-verse" and inviting the audience member onstage has several characteristics of misinformation.

Who is alleged ex-detective Duane Lee Proctor, who claimed Trump 'was not shot' in assassination attempt?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 13:25:12 UTC

A meme featuring the former cop's name alleged Trump used a "blood capsule" to stage the July 2024 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Rare spotless giraffe lives in Tennessee zoo. Reports suggest it's not the only one

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 13:25:12 UTC

The giraffe's name, Kipekee, means "unique" in Swahili.

Misleading Rumor Claims Trump Admin Found 75K-80K 'Missing' Migrant Children

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 15:55:38 UTC

Fox News TV host Harris Faulkner promoted the rumor while speaking about 300,000 purported "missing," unaccompanied migrant children. Here's the truth

What are Labubus and how did they get so popular?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 16:02:12 UTC

Troll-like Labubu dolls have taken over the consumer world. Their creator, Pop Mart, has reported a near 400% net profit so far this year, while some have spent thousands on the toys second-hand. A Labubu toy hangs from a bidder's Hermes bag at an auction by Yongle International Auction in Beijing, China. Pic: Reuters

'Backlash' against Walgreens selling Hallmark cards 'exclusively for Black people' lacks context

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 18:14:17 UTC

Hallmark established the Mahogany brand of cards for "African American consumers" in 1991.

Don't fall for image showing 'humiliated' European leaders waiting in White House hall

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 18:55:50 UTC

On Aug. 18, 2025, Trump met European, EU and NATO leaders at the White House to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Examining claim Trump administration helped fight law requiring clergy to report child abuse

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 20:21:19 UTC

In July, a judge temporarily blocked the Washington state law from going into effect while the court case proceeded.

Eric Trump didn't say 'I don't even know Epstein's first name, so saying my dad was close to Jeffrey is a lie'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 21:06:14 UTC

The alleged chyron spread from Mrs. Putin, a Facebook page that previously spread screenshots of fake Fox News chyrons.

Examining Trump's claim he ended 6 wars in 6 months

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 21:28:59 UTC

His role in ending some of these “wars” has been disputed.

Ozempic, other weight-loss drug makers face lawsuits. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 22:58:03 UTC

Pharmaceutical companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co. denied the allegations.

Monks thanked Trump for role in peace talks between Cambodia and Thailand. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 23:07:08 UTC

While social media users claimed Trump "ended a war," it would be more accurate to say he helped pause fighting in a five-day armed conflict.

Trump didn't 'freak out' over question on Nobel Peace Prize application

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-20 23:46:15 UTC

The Nobel Peace Prize isn't something you can simply apply for, anyhow.

On this day: August 21

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 00:02:47 UTC

August 21 Xá Lợi Pagoda , raided by South Vietnamese special forces 1717 – Austro-Turkish War : Austrian troops under Prince Eugene of Savoy captured the strategically important city of Belgrade from the Ottoman Empire . 1808 – Peninsular War : British and Portuguese forces put an end to the first French invasion of Portugal at the Battle of Vimeiro . 1942 – World War II : The Imperial Japanese Army lost the Battle of the Tenaru , the first of its three major land offensives during the Guadalcanal campaign . 1963 – South Vietnamese special forces loyal to Ngô Đình Nhu , the brother of President Ngô Đình Diệm , raided and vandalised Buddhist pagodas (one pictured) across the country, arresting thousands and leaving hundreds dead. 2015 – Passengers on a Thalys train from Amsterdam to Paris confronted and subdued an attacker who attempted a mass shooting. Baldwin II of Jerusalem (d. 1131) John Claypole (b. 1625) Ettore Bugatti (d. 1947) Millie Bright (b. 1993) More anniversaries: August 20 August 21 August 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

August 21 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 00:02:48 UTC

Flower of the blue passionfruit Flowers are the reproductive structures of flowering plants . Typically they are structured in four circular levels around the end of a stalk. These include: sepals , modified leaves that support the flower; petals , often designed to attract pollinators; male parts , where pollen is presented; and female parts , where pollen is received and its movement is facilitated to the egg. Pollen, produced in the male sex cells, is transported between the male and female parts of flowers in pollination . Pollen movement may be caused by animals or factors such as wind or water. After pollination, the female part of the flower forms a fruit , and the other floral structures die. The fruit protects the seed and aids in its dispersal. Flowers first evolved between 150 and 190 million years ago, in the Jurassic . Plants with flowers dominate the majority of the world's ecosystems, and themselves range from tiny orchids and major crop plants to large trees. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Rose Cleveland Proceratosaurus Maltese nationality law Archive By email More featured articles About

Don't fall for claims of 'mass abduction' of children in Virginia in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 01:31:16 UTC

Here's why Virginia reports more missing kids than other states, why police rarely issue Amber Alerts and how ice cream trucks are or aren't involved.

Did Blake Shelton walk off 'Good Morning America' set after fight with George Stephanopoulos?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 10:01:58 UTC

Posts claimed the country music star "abruptly" left the set after a "tense, on-air clash" with Stephanopoulos.

Investigating reports about Andrea Velez's ICE arrest and detainment

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 11:01:40 UTC

Social media posts alleged that an ICE officer "slammed" Velez to the ground and arrested her without a warrant or probable cause.

Picking apart claim organic produce isn't safe anymore after 'Bill Gates Apeel' won USDA approval

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 13:02:06 UTC

Actor Michelle Pfeiffer apologized for an Instagram post that contained the claim in July 2025.

Did 70K Cambodian monks nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 18:03:52 UTC

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize on Aug. 7, 2025.

Mick Jagger rejected Musk's $500M Tesla endorsement deal?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 18:55:33 UTC

The rumor spread widely on Facebook, proclaiming Jagger said, “Rock ’n’ roll is not for sale.”

Mick Jagger rejected Musk's $500M Tesla endorsement deal?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 19:26:07 UTC

The rumor spread widely on Facebook, proclaiming Jagger said, “Rock ’n’ roll is not for sale.”

U.S. Naval War College professor once called Trump the 'least masculine' person in public life?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 21:24:14 UTC

A quote attributed to Tom Nichols described Trump as "scared of women, terrified of more powerful men."

Large Numbers of Noncitizens Don't Vote in US Elections

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 21:38:25 UTC

There are many protections at every stage of the voting process.

Despite Trump's Claims, Large Numbers of Noncitizens Don't Vote in US Elections

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 21:38:29 UTC

The idea that large numbers of noncitizens vote in U.S. elections has been disproven.

Addressing rumor Trump put a 2-year limit on Section 8 rental assistance program

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 22:43:52 UTC

While the time limit appeared in the fiscal year 2026 budget proposal from Trump's White House, it had not been implemented as of this writing.

Are energy drinks like Alani Nu Witch's Brew linked to stroke-like symptoms? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-21 23:09:52 UTC

Social media posts claim consumers of Alani Nu's Witch's Brew energy drink have suffered stroke-like side effects. That's possible with energy drinks.

August 22 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 00:01:17 UTC

Dua Lipa "Dance the Night " is a song by Dua Lipa (pictured) from the soundtrack to the 2023 fantasy comedy film Barbie . Lipa co-wrote the song with songwriter Caroline Ailin and its producers Andrew Wyatt and Mark Ronson . A disco , disco-pop , and synth-pop song with influences of dance-pop , it was inspired by a dance sequence in the film and is about always appearing perfect externally. Music critics overwhelmingly compared the sound of "Dance the Night" to Lipa's album Future Nostalgia (2020), which was viewed positively by some while others were disappointed. The song was nominated for the Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and Best Song Written for Visual Media . It reached number one in several countries, including the UK, and received multi-platinum certifications in others. The music video intersperses Lipa performing choreography with clips from a disco party in the film. The song was included as the primary musical motif in the film, and she performed it for the first time at the Royal Albert Hall in 2024. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Flowers Rose Cleveland Proceratosaurus Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 22

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 00:02:11 UTC

August 22 : Madras Day in Chennai , India (1639 ) America's Cup 1485 – At the Battle of Bosworth Field , Lancastrian forces under Henry Tudor, Earl of Richmond , defeated Yorkist forces under Richard III of England , decisively ending the Wars of the Roses . 1711 – Queen Anne's War : A British attempt to attack Quebec failed when eight ships wrecked on the St. Lawrence River . 1851 – The yacht America won the race for the Cup of One Hundred Sovereigns (trophy pictured) , later renamed the America's Cup , near the Isle of Wight , England. 1985 – A fire broke out on British Airtours Flight 28M at Manchester Airport , causing 55 deaths mostly due to smoke inhalation , and leading to changes to make aircraft evacuation more effective. 2003 – Roy Moore , Alabama's chief justice, was suspended after refusing to comply with a U.S. federal court order to remove a rock inscribed with the Ten Commandments from the lobby of the Supreme Court of Alabama building. John Dudley, 1st Duke of Northumberland (d. 1553) George Herriman (b. 1880) Kate Chopin (d. 1904) Lautaro Martínez (b. 1997) More anniversaries: August 21 August 22 August 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did US Senate Democrats introduce bill to eliminate Electoral College and 'restore democracy'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 01:30:56 UTC

A constitutional amendment would be required to change or abolish the role of the Electoral College in U.S. presidential elections.

Snopestionary: AI slop, explained

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 10:00:39 UTC

The rise of artificial intelligence tools has left many social media users scrambling to figure out what's real and what isn't.

Fears about 'mutant deer' with 'flesh bubbles' on their skin are overblown

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 11:00:22 UTC

There are real viruses that can cause wartlike growths called fibromas in deer. But there's no need to worry, according to experts.

Posts claim orcas sunk 1,000 boats for revenge. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 13:01:08 UTC

Social media posts claimed in August 2025 that orcas near Spain sank 1,000 boats in a campaign of revenge.

Debunking claim Newsom's press office responded to Bed Bath & Beyond post with expletive

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 15:46:34 UTC

In August 2025 the retail chain announced it would not open stores in California because of "risky" business environment.

Was VP Harris Ever Appointed US 'Border Czar'? It's Complicated

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 16:27:56 UTC

President Biden's 2021 appointment of Harris to lead diplomatic efforts at the southern U.S. border was back in the news during the 2024 election.

Meijer fruit cups arrest video shared with false and unfounded claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 17:43:14 UTC

Online users claimed a body-camera video showed police arresting a 16-year-old autistic employee for eating discarded store food. Here's what we know.

Duolingo apologized for calling JK Rowling 'mean' in a German lesson

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 19:59:14 UTC

The apology came after an X user claimed the app "let #trans ideology infect a language lesson," presumably a reference to Rowling's anti-trans views.

'Hope and progress': White House official said this quote about discussing slavery

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 20:03:22 UTC

Lindsey Halligan, special assistant to the president, made the statement during an interview with Newsmax.

Starvation in Gaza: What we know about 'entirely preventable' crisis

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 21:41:01 UTC

What does it take to declare a famine in a crisis zone?

Breaking down reports Trump admin painted over Pulse nightclub rainbow crosswalk

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 22:59:28 UTC

The rainbow crosswalk honored the victims and survivors of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting where 49 people died.

Did Texas 'fire' Jasmine Crockett by redrawing congressional map?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 23:05:23 UTC

Social media claims that Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett was "fired" by a new Texas congressional map weren't true in any sense of the word.

Famine in Gaza: From 'entirely preventable' crisis to 'race against time'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-22 23:15:18 UTC

U.N.-backed group confirms a famine is taking place in parts of north Gaza.

August 23 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 00:00:43 UTC

White chocolate is a chocolate made from cocoa butter , sugar and milk solids . It is ivory in color as it does not contain the non-fat components of cocoa (cocoa solids ). Of the three traditional types of chocolate (the others being milk and dark ), white chocolate is the least popular; its taste and texture are divisive. White chocolate is sold in a variety of forms and it is common for manufacturers to pair white chocolate with other flavors. White chocolate is made industrially in a five-step process. The ingredients are mixed to form a paste; the paste is refined, reducing the particle size to a powder; then agitated for several hours (known as conching ); further processing standardizes its viscosity and taste; and the chocolate is tempered by heating, cooling and then reheating. White chocolate was first sold commercially in tablet form in 1936 by the Swiss company Nestlé . It was not until the 1980s that white chocolate became popular in the United States. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Dance the Night " Flower Rose Cleveland Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 23

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 00:02:36 UTC

August 23 : Black Ribbon Day Natascha Kampusch 1305 – William Wallace , a leader of Scottish resistance against England during the Wars of Scottish Independence , was hanged, drawn and quartered . 1775 – King George III issued a proclamation that declared elements of the American colonies of Great Britain to be in a state of "open and avowed rebellion". 1960 – Congo Crisis : In order to stop the secession of South Kasai from the Republic of Congo , Armée Nationale Congolaise forces launched an invasion of South Kasai . 2006 – Natascha Kampusch (pictured) , who had been abducted at the age of ten in Vienna , escaped from her captor's house in Strasshof an der Nordbahn after more than eight years in captivity. 2011 – A 5.8 MW earthquake struck the Piedmont region of Virginia , and was felt by more people than any other quake in U.S. history. Isabella of Aragon, Queen of Portugal (d. 1498) Jimi Jamison (b. 1951) Laura Dahlmeier (b. 1993) James White (d. 1999) More anniversaries: August 22 August 23 August 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

The truth behind claim ICE detained 10-year-old with cerebral palsy at hospital

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 00:10:29 UTC

When the incident occurred in 2017, ICE said it did not "make arrests in sensitive locations like hospitals." That restriction was removed in 2025.

CDC faces lawsuit over '72-dose' children's vaccine schedule. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 01:30:39 UTC

The idea that vaccines can "overwhelm" a child's immune system betrays a fundamental misconception about how the human body functions.

Unraveling retired detective Duane Lee Proctor's claim Trump staged assassination attempt

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 13:01:06 UTC

Online users shared a meme claiming the ex-detective provided his alleged expertise about the July 2024 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania.

8 rumors we've fact-checked about Nobel Peace Prize nominations

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 18:00:16 UTC

Yes, someone once nominated Adolf Hitler for the Nobel Peace Prize. No, Pope Leo XIV did not nominate Taylor Swift for the prestigious award.

Analyzing poll claiming to show Trump's approval rating rose to 54% after Putin summit

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-23 23:00:33 UTC

An InsiderAdvantage poll clashed with credible polls’ results and failed to provide information on its methodology.

August 24 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 00:01:48 UTC

Joss Whedon, creator of Satsu Satsu is a fictional character in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer comics . She first appears in Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight No. 1 (2007), a canonical continuation of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer . Buffy Summers is a slayer , a fighter of supernatural foes. Satsu is activated as a slayer, trained by Buffy, and falls in love with her. They have sex together twice before Satsu returns to Japan. In later storylines, Satsu struggles to move on from Buffy, fights demonically-possessed stuffed animals , and briefly reappears in Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Ten . Satsu was developed by Buffy 's creator Joss Whedon (pictured) and artist Georges Jeanty . Critics, fans, and industry insiders had a mixed response to Satsu's sexual relationship with Buffy. Academics have analyzed the unequal power dynamic between Satsu and Buffy, compared the representations of their sexuality, and discussed the depiction of Satsu's race and ethnicity. (Full article... ) Recently featured: White chocolate "Dance the Night " Flower Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 24

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 00:05:51 UTC

August 24 : Feast day of Saint Bartholomew (Western Christianity ); Independence Day in Ukraine (1991 ) Jokhang Temple 1456 – The oldest known version of the Gutenberg Bible , the first major book produced on a printing press , was completed. 1781 – American Revolutionary War : Near present-day Aurora, Indiana , American Indians led by Joseph Brant killed or captured all members of a Pennsylvania militia . 1857 – The New York City branch of the Ohio Life Insurance and Trust Co. collapsed following widespread embezzlement , leading to a severe recession that caused about 5,000 businesses to fail. 1941 – Adolf Hitler ordered the suspension of the T4 euthanasia program of the mentally ill and disabled, although killings continued in secret for the remainder of World War II . 1966 – Cultural Revolution : Red Guards vandalised the Jokhang (depicted) , the holiest Buddhist temple in Tibet . Agnes Marshall (b. 1852) Louis Prima (d. 1978) Alan Walker (b. 1997) Elisabeth Kübler-Ross (d. 2004) More anniversaries: August 23 August 24 August 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Video allegedly shows Norwegian church being relocated. That's almost right

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 02:01:00 UTC

Engineers moved the more-than-650-ton Kiruna Church over two days in August 2025.

Examining rumor ex-CIA whistleblower said NSA audit proved Harris won 2024 election

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 13:00:15 UTC

Look out for this unsubstantiated conspiracy theory about the results of the 2024 presidential election.

Posts claim teen campers were exposed to nuclear fallout from Trinity test. Here's the full story

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 18:00:35 UTC

Barbara Kent and a dozen other 13-year-old girls believed nuclear fallout from the Manhattan Project's Trinity test was summertime snow.

Breaking down claim Nobel Committee 'quietly removed' Trump from Peace Prize nominee list

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-24 23:00:56 UTC

The Nobel Committee has no process for "removing" a Peace Prize nominee, because no public nominee list exists in the first place.

August 25 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 00:01:23 UTC

Bruce Springsteen Born to Run is the third studio album by the American singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen (pictured) , released on August 25, 1975, by Columbia Records . Co-produced by Springsteen with Mike Appel and Jon Landau , the album marked Springsteen's effort to break into the mainstream and create a commercially successful album. Sessions took place in New York between January 1974 and July 1975. The album incorporates a Wall of Sound production with musical styles such as rock and roll and R&B . Its character-driven lyrics describe individuals who feel trapped and fantasize about escaping to a better life. Born to Run was a commercial success, reaching number three in the U.S., and received highly positive reviews. It became Springsteen's breakthrough album. Over the following decades, the album has become widely regarded as a masterpiece and one of Springsteen's best records. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Satsu (Buffy the Vampire Slayer ) White chocolate "Dance the Night " Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 25

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 00:03:30 UTC

August 25 Galileo Galilei 1270 – Philip III became King of France following the death of his father Louis IX during the Eighth Crusade . 1609 – Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei (pictured) demonstrated his first telescope to Venetian lawmakers. 1875 – Matthew Webb became the first person to swim across the English Channel , doing so in approximately 21 hours 40 minutes. 1942 – World War II : Japanese forces attacked the Australian base at Milne Bay on the eastern tip of New Guinea. 2012 – The skeleton of King Richard III of England was discovered under a car park in Leicester . Henry Morgan (d. 1688) Agnes Mowinckel (b. 1875) Mary Tappan Wright (d. 1916) Sean Connery (b. 1930) More anniversaries: August 24 August 25 August 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Pete Hegseth invest $5M in 'Dogtopia' healing sanctuary?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 02:00:21 UTC

No credible news sources reported that the U.S. defense secretary invested in a “dogtopia."

Myth about origins of 'Taps' has existed for decades

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 10:00:50 UTC

A fabricated story about the U.S. military bugle call "Taps" long predates the creation of the internet. Here's the true story.

Russian hackers claim 1.7M Ukrainians died or went missing in war. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 11:00:42 UTC

The hackers offered no proof for their claim, which spread mainly through pro-Kremlin sources and which Kyiv called an "absurd fake."

Posts about German gel to help heal damaged joint cartilage greatly exaggerate facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 13:00:20 UTC

The gel treatment for osteoarthritis has been on the market since 2013 but social media posts presented it as new.

Unpacking claim Trump plans to deploy National Guard to 19 states

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 16:33:18 UTC

The Department of Defense announced in July 2025 the deployment of 1,700 troops to support deportation efforts, not to crack down on crime.

NYC woman digs 3 weeks to find her own engagement ring diamond

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 17:27:36 UTC

Micherre Fox from New York City decided to source her own diamond for an engagement ring. She finally found one — after digging for three weeks straight.

Stephen Colbert, Rachel Maddow and Joy Reid launched new newsroom?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 19:53:43 UTC

Online users shared a rumor claiming the three U.S. progressive voices joined forces in summer 2025.

Examining claim Zohran Mamdani wants to 'end all misdemeanor charges' in NYC

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-25 23:51:16 UTC

Here's what Mamdani has said in his public safety proposals.

Cracker Barrel's logo controversy, explained

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 00:01:21 UTC

In August 2025, the popular restaurant chain significantly updated its logo for the first time since 1977.

On this day: August 26

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 00:02:18 UTC

August 26 : Heroes' Day in Namibia; Women's Equality Day in the United States Eruption of Krakatoa 1346 – Hundred Years' War : At the Battle of Crécy , English forces established the military supremacy of English longbows over the French combination of crossbows and armoured knights . 1883 – A massive eruption (pictured) destroyed the island of Krakatoa , Indonesia, ejecting so much volcanic ash that average global temperatures fell by as much as 1.2 °C (2.2 °F) over the next year. 1955 – Pather Panchali , the first film in The Apu Trilogy by Satyajit Ray , was released and went on to win many Indian and international film awards. 1970 – Betty Friedan and the National Organization for Women organized the Women's Strike for Equality in New York City, in which 50,000 women protested the continuing lack of gender equality . 2015 – Two American journalists were murdered on live television while conducting an interview in Moneta, Virginia . Geraldine Ferraro (b. 1935) David Hurley (b. 1953) Mildred Albert (d. 1991) Sven-Göran Eriksson (d. 2024) More anniversaries: August 25 August 26 August 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

August 26 Wikipedia featured article

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1830 depiction of Zhao Chongguo Zhao Chongguo (137 BCE – 52 BCE) was a Chinese military commander and official during the Western Han dynasty . Emperor Wu , impressed by Zhao's military service, promoted him, and he served as chief of staff for the supreme head of cavalry units. In 74 BCE, Zhao collaborated with the political leader Huo Guang to depose the newly enthroned emperor Liu He in favor of Emperor Xuan . For this, he was appointed Marquis of Yingping and promoted to general of the rear. He volunteered to lead a campaign against the Qiang people in 62 BCE. Joined by his son, he persuaded the Qiang to defect to the Han cause. Zhao rejected proposals by his fellow generals and the Emperor to continue offensive operations, believing that a protracted occupation would subdue the Qiang through attrition . He was able to implement a policy of tuntian (farming garrisons) in spite of imperial opposition. This gained him acclaim and influenced later tacticians. He retired in 60 BCE after his son caused a scandal. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Born to Run Satsu (Buffy the Vampire Slayer ) White chocolate Archive By email More featured articles About

Was an 'Arthur MacWaters' fired from Cracker Barrel over rebrand?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 00:02:22 UTC

MacWaters' alleged resume attached to an X post also listed roles at Jaguar Land Rover UK, Bud Light, Netflix and other companies.

No, Oprah didn't take $40M FEMA construction grant to rebuild mansion after Maui wildfires

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 00:10:16 UTC

Online users shared this rumor about Oprah Winfrey and the 2023 Hawaii fires without realizing its originator publishes content labeled as satire.

DeSantis mobilized Florida National Guard to pick fruit?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 01:31:07 UTC

The rumor originated with Duffel Blog, a self-proclaimed satire news outlet.

Did Karoline Leavitt say 'America cannot function' if Trump has to 'deal with co-equal branches of government?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 10:00:49 UTC

The rumor appeared to originate with Leavitt's claims about judicial overreach during a May 2025 news conference. Here's what she actually said.

11 rumors we've investigated about Brittney Griner

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 11:00:53 UTC

The WNBA star and three-time Olympic gold medalist has been the target of much fake news, including AI-generated slop.

False Story Claims Indiana Lunch Lady Fatally Poisoned More Than 300 People

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 12:12:45 UTC

"For 20 years Aileen served meals with a smile, but one morning she had other plans," the story goes.

Miami and Tampa have each had just a single 100-degree day in recorded history?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 13:00:47 UTC

Miami's only daily high of 100 degrees Fahrenheit was in 1942. Tampa's first 100-degree day was in July 2025.

Did Jasmine Crockett 'take down' Mike Huckabee with Bible quotes during TV debate?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 16:24:51 UTC

The claim originated from multiple YouTube videos posted in early and mid-August.

14 rumors we've fact-checked involving Bruce Springsteen

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 17:50:18 UTC

The "Born in the U.S.A." singer is the subject of many rumors — some true, some not.

Trump didn't say Japanese 'came through the Panama Canal' to attack Pearl Harbor

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 19:07:57 UTC

But the president has made errors when referring to the 1941 attack from Japan.

Taylor Swift announced engagement to Travis Kelce. Here are 25 claims we've fact-checked about her

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 20:07:11 UTC

Snopes has investigated all manners of rumors about the pop superstar, from sending secret signals to her fans to her political endorsements.

Duolingo said it would become 'AI-first' and that it plans to replace contractors

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 21:26:45 UTC

CEO Luis von Ahn said in a companywide email that Duolingo would "gradually stop using contractors to do work that Al can handle."

Yes, Epstein survivors plan to hold a news conference on Sept. 3. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 21:50:44 UTC

Reps. Ro Khanna, a Democrat, and Thomas Massie, a Republican, organized the news conference to call for the release of additional Epstein files.

Don't fall for claim former Green Bay Packers coach Mike Holmgren died

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 22:33:06 UTC

The latest death hoax appeared online in late August 2025.

Unpacking rumor Trump and RFK Jr. plan to ban COVID-19 vaccine

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 22:35:14 UTC

The claim stemmed from a Daily Beast report that cited Dr. Aseem Malhotra, a British cardiologist and associate of the health secretary.

Investigating claim Walmart fired executive for taking $30K in daily kickbacks from Indian staffing agencies

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-26 23:45:37 UTC

One online user's post alleged "massive fraud" at the retailer. Here's what we know.

August 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Main entrance to the stadium Gateshead International Stadium is a multi-purpose , all-seater venue in Gateshead , Tyne and Wear, England, built in 1955. The largest stadium in the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead , it has a history of use for athletics events, sports, and musical performances. Gateshead Harriers Athletic Club (which includes Jonathan Edwards ) have used the site since 1956. At the 1974 "Gateshead Games", Brendan Foster broke the world record in the men's 3,000 metres . It has since hosted the British Grand Prix (2003–2010) and the European Athletics Team Championships in 1989, 2000 and 2013. Five world records have been set at the stadium, including two by pole vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva and a tied 100 metres record by Asafa Powell in 2006. It has been used by Gateshead F.C. and its predecessors since 1973. The stadium was home to the rugby league club Gateshead Thunder during their spell in the Super League , and the replacement Gateshead Thunder club played home games in the main arena until 2015. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Zhao Chongguo Born to Run Satsu (Buffy the Vampire Slayer ) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 27

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 00:02:53 UTC

August 27 : Independence Day in Moldova (1991 ) Chief Black Hawk 1776 – British forces led by William Howe defeated the Continental Army under George Washington at the Battle of Long Island , the largest battle of the American Revolutionary War . 1810 – Napoleonic Wars : The French Navy defeated the Royal Navy , preventing them from capturing the harbour of Grand Port on Mauritius. 1832 – Black Hawk (pictured) , the leader of the Sauk tribe of Native Americans , surrendered to U.S. authorities to end the Black Hawk War . 1979 – The Troubles : the IRA ambushed and killed 18 British soldiers near Warrenpoint , and assassinated Lord Mountbatten on his boat at Mullaghmore . 1990 – American musician Stevie Ray Vaughan , one of the most influential guitarists in the revival of blues in the 1980s, was killed in a helicopter crash. Eric III of Denmark (d. 1146) Francisco de Zurbarán (d. 1664) Giorgio Mitrovich (b. 1795) Sebastian Kurz (b. 1986) More anniversaries: August 26 August 27 August 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did National Guard members refuse Chicago deployment due to bone spurs?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 01:30:37 UTC

The claim originated with the long-running satirical column The Borowitz Report.

Want to be a world record holder? These are still available

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 04:00:42 UTC

Guinness World Records (GWR) is celebrating its 70th anniversary by highlighting unclaimed titles you might fancy going for. File image shows a sack race taking place in an office. Pic: iStock

Oprah promoting 'pink salt recipe' for weight loss? Don't fall for scam

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 10:00:22 UTC

Fraudulent websites and videos falsely claimed Winfrey endorsed a so-called "pink salt trick," redirecting users to shady supplement sales pages.

Does this chart show decline of homophobic views worldwide?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 11:01:02 UTC

The chart's subhead claimed it showed the "Share of people in each country who say homosexuality can never or rarely be justified in 2024 vs 1993."

Real mural on Mexican side of border wall?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 13:01:15 UTC

Mexican artists painted a mural on the Mexican side of the border wall in Friendship Park in Tijuana, Mexico, opening it in July 2025.

3 Former Presidents Won't Attend Trump's Inaugural Luncheon. Is That Abnormal?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:00:52 UTC

According to NBC News, the Obamas, Clintons and Bushes won't be at the traditional lunch that follows Trump's swearing-in.

Trump Called For Public Apology After Bishop Directly Addressed Him During Inaugural Prayer Service

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:00:55 UTC

Episcopalian bishop Mariann Edgar Budde asked the president to "have mercy" on his constituents.

Unpacking claims Trump admin cut fines of Wells Fargo executives in return for donation to inauguration

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:00:55 UTC

Fines for two former Wells Fargo execs were reduced from a combined $8.35 million.

Biden Said Trump Was the Only President to Skip Successor's Inauguration, But He Was Wrong

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:00:57 UTC

"The only president to ever avoid an inauguration was the guy that's about to be inaugurated," Biden said in December 2024.

Wells Fargo execs got reduced fines for fraud, but no evidence it was due to bank's donation to Trump's inauguration

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:01:00 UTC

Fines for former banking executives involved in a fraud scandal plummeted from a combined $8.5 million to a combined $150,000.

Biden Called Trump the Only President to Avoid Successor's Inauguration. Here's Why He Was Wrong

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:02:49 UTC

President Joe Biden claimed in a December 2024 interview that the president-elect was the first U.S. president to "ever avoid an inauguration."

Trump Reportedly Complained About Flag Being Half-Staff at Inauguration — Here's What He Said

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:02:49 UTC

The flags will be lowered on Jan. 20 to honor late former President Jimmy Carter.

Did Trump Really Ask for $90M for His Inauguration? It's Complicated

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:02:50 UTC

Inaugurations are expensive — Trump's in 2017 cost an estimated $175 million to $200 million.

False Rumor Alleges Harris Said She Won't Attend Trump's 2025 Inauguration

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:03:44 UTC

The rumor spread as votes started to show Donald Trump's win over Kamala Harris on Nov. 6, 2024.

US Flags Will Be at Half-Staff During Trump's Inauguration?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:03:44 UTC

House Speaker Mike Johnson ordered an Inauguration Day pause on a 30-day proclamation to lower flags in honor of former President Jimmy Carer.

Elon Musk Is Paying for 'Extravagant' Trump Inauguration Bash?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:03:47 UTC

The claim spread online after President-elect Donald Trump announced that the X owner would lead a new Department of Government Efficiency.

Meme Incorrectly Claims Obamas Own Mega-Mansions, Jets, Helicopters and Yachts

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 16:12:46 UTC

Social media posts harping on the former first couple's wealth greeted Michelle Obama's speech about income inequality in August 2024.

Examining authenticity of petition seeking clemency for truck driver in deadly Florida U-turn crash

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 17:43:49 UTC

At present, Harjinder Singh faces vehicular manslaughter and homicide charges but he hadn't entered a plea or been sentenced when the petition spread.

José Andrés said Trump lied about DC restaurants closing due to crime

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 20:10:50 UTC

“Restaurants will close because you have troops with guns and federal agents harassing people,” Andrés wrote on X.

Watch out for claim Trump told Obama, 'Sit down, boy'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 20:26:55 UTC

Videos falsely claimed "millions saw it live" and that "Obama's quiet, razor sharp reply flipped the entire room and left even his critics stunned."

Trump and Theodore Roosevelt banners hung from Department of Labor building

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 20:48:20 UTC

The banners repeated a first-term promise by the president to put American workers first.

What to know about Trump's American flag burning order

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 21:42:09 UTC

A 1989 Supreme Court case ruled that burning the American flag is a form of speech protected by the First Amendment.

Unpacking claims 796 children were buried in a 'mother-and-baby home' septic tank in Ireland

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 22:58:28 UTC

An amateur historian posited children had been buried in "a sewage tank." A government commission investigated her claims.

Virginia Nurse Charged With Breaking Bones of Infants in NICU, But Attacks Not Racially Motivated

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 22:59:22 UTC

Viral posts on X suggested all of the babies harmed were Black.

Former NIH official says Trump admin cut government's 'Safe to Sleep' team that helped reduce infant deaths

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 22:59:23 UTC

The National Institutes of Health said no final decisions had been made about the program's future.

Trump Order Walks Back Biden-Era Effort To Lower Prescription Drug Prices. Here's Context

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 23:12:34 UTC

There are still other Biden-era measures in place to reduce prescription drug prices, however.

No, Biden Did Not Spend $3B on 93 Electric Mail Trucks

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 23:12:35 UTC

However, the U.S. Postal Service does have a $2.98 billion contract with a company reportedly far behind on delivering vehicles.

What we know about rumored images of Billie Eilish, Mark Ruffalo's names written on Israeli bombs

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 23:24:07 UTC

Ruffalo and Eilish have both expressed support for a ceasefire amid Israel's ongoing war in Gaza.

RFK Jr. has suggested vaccines caused 1918 Spanish flu pandemic at least twice

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-27 23:38:54 UTC

Kennedy made the claim at least twice during his 2024 presidential election campaign.

August 28 Wikipedia featured article

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Harry Crerar (1888–1965) was a Canadian Army officer who was the country's senior field commander in the Second World War as the commander of the First Canadian Army in the campaign in North West Europe in 1944–1945 . A graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario , he was commissioned in the Non-Permanent Active Militia in 1909. He saw action in the First World War, for which he was mentioned in despatches and made a companion of the Distinguished Service Order . After the war, he attended the Staff College, Camberley , and the Imperial Defence College . In March 1944, he assumed command of the First Canadian Army, which also contained British, Polish and Czech troops. Under his command, it fought in the Battle of Normandy , cleared the Channel Coast , and liberated the western Netherlands in April 1945. He was promoted to full general on 16 November 1944, becoming the first Canadian officer to hold that rank in the field. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Gateshead International Stadium Zhao Chongguo Born to Run Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 28

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 00:02:24 UTC

August 28 Replica of Tom Thumb 475 – Orestes took control of Ravenna , the capital of the Western Roman Empire , forcing Emperor Julius Nepos to flee. 1830 – Tom Thumb (replica pictured) , the first American-built steam locomotive , took part in an impromptu race against a horse-drawn car in Maryland . 1950 – American tennis player Althea Gibson became the first African-American woman to compete at the U.S. National Championships . 1955 – African-American teenager Emmett Till was lynched near Money, Mississippi , for allegedly flirting with a white woman, energizing the nascent American civil rights movement . 1973 – Swedish police used gas bombs to end a seven-day hostage situation in Stockholm; the hostages had bonded with their captors during the incident, leading to the term Stockholm syndrome . Augustine of Hippo (d. 430) Prince William of Gloucester (d. 1972) Valtteri Bottas (b. 1989) Ons Jabeur (b. 1994) More anniversaries: August 27 August 28 August 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Breaking down rumor Trump only has 6 to 8 months to live

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 01:30:25 UTC

A TikTok user pointed to several “worsening" symptoms and claimed they were signs that Trump had congestive heart failure and chronic kidney disease.

Investigating claim UN found 'no proof' of sexual violence by Hamas in Oct. 7 attack

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 10:01:08 UTC

In July 2025, a report by U.N. Secretary General António Guterres blacklisted Hamas as party responsible for committing rape and sexual violence.

AI slop took over the internet. Here's what it is and why you should care

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 11:00:46 UTC

We know firsthand how hard figuring out whether something is real can be.

Your landlord lives with their parents: How these Gen Z investors are making their way in property

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 12:48:46 UTC

It's little surprise that the average landlord is aged 59. Colourful terraced houses. Pic: iStock

Here's what to know about online ads for 'Circupulse' dietary supplements

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 13:01:14 UTC

The dietary supplement market is full of scams. Consumers should be cautious of any dietary supplement that sounds too good to be true.

LeBron James Said, 'I Had a Weird Feeling Today Was the Day the Feds' Would Arrest Diddy?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 16:11:12 UTC

In May 2024, the basketballer reportedly unfollowed the hip-hop mogul on Instagram, a move that sparked rumors of tension between the two friends.

Geico Announced It Would Stop Insuring Tesla Cybertrucks?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:16:46 UTC

One post claimed Geico said it was because the Cybertruck did not meet the company's "underwriting guidelines."

No Evidence Obama Suggested Gradually Bringing Socialism to US 'Without the People Realizing'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:49 UTC

The former president allegedly said, "The idea is to bring socialism to America without the people realizing the country is being socialized."

Health Insurer Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Announced, Then Reversed, Caps on Anesthesia Coverage

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:51 UTC

"You can't honestly expect OR staff to adhere to surgery time based on insurance coverage," one TikTok user said.

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's Killer May Have Left Message on Bullet Casings

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:51 UTC

The bullet casings read "deny," "defend," "delay" and "depose," according to anonymous police sources.

UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson Was Not Set to Testify Against Pelosi in Insider Trading Case

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:52 UTC

At least one X user claimed former U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi used mind-control techniques to "put out a hit" on the executive.

Unpacking Claim Letter Shows UnitedHealthcare Denied Drugs to Child with Cancer

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:54 UTC

A complaint letter allegedly written by a doctor first circulated in 2022.

Unraveling rumors UnitedHealthcare no longer covers cancer care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:54 UTC

In late June 2025, the health insurance company and the world-renowned New York City cancer center were at an impasse in negotiations.

The Facts Behind Accusations That UnitedHealthcare Uses Error-Prone AI to Deny Claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 17:19:56 UTC

The rumor, which stemmed from a 2023 lawsuit, circulated following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Photo doesn't authentically show hundreds of black bears taking over Missouri highway

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 18:46:23 UTC

Facebook users first shared the photo in late February 2025, claiming, "A group of wild black bears has taken over Highway 65 near Branson, Missouri."

Quote about Trump attributed to Justice John Roberts doesn't check out

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 20:35:07 UTC

There is nothing to suggest the Supreme Court's chief justice said the phrase publicly.

American Couple Wasn't Trying To Prove 'Humans Are Kind' When ISIS Killed Them

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 22:08:19 UTC

Information circulating online potentially confused some users about the motives of a couple murdered in Tajikistan in July 2018.

What we know about claims 70 Christians were beheaded in Democratic Republic of Congo

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 22:08:20 UTC

MONUSCO, the U.N. peacekeeping force in the DRC, said the reported killings were under investigation but remained unverified.

Trump didn't 'cancel cancer research' — but his directives paused NIH meetings to dole out funds

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 22:14:17 UTC

Meetings designed to distribute grant money to fund research were canceled as part of a communications freeze at health agencies.

Trump didn't 'cancel cancer research,' but new NIH guidance cut funding for some medical studies

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 22:31:39 UTC

While federal judges tried to halt the funding freeze, in some cases the Trump administration did not comply with their orders.

Antifa activists didn't vandalize Trump banner on Department of Labor building

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 23:08:34 UTC

Users shared posts in August 2025 claiming "antifa thugs" altered a new "American Workers First" banner hanging outside the Washington building.

2 Washington firefighters were arrested by border agents during wildfire. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 23:35:17 UTC

On Aug. 27, 2025, Border Patrol arrested two members of a contract crew for being in the country illegally while at the site of the Bear Gulch fire.

Disproving claim Minneapolis shooter Robin Westman was Jewish

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-28 23:45:11 UTC

A 23-year-old, who killed an 8- and 10-year-old in a Catholic church, became the focus of many rumors.

On this day: August 29

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 00:02:04 UTC

August 29 : Feast of the Beheading of John the Baptist (Catholicism , Anglicanism ); Qixi Festival in China (2025) Daimler Reitwagen replica 1475 – France signed the Treaty of Picquigny with England, freeing Louis XI to deal with the threat posed by Charles the Bold , Duke of Burgundy . 1885 – Gottlieb Daimler patented the world's first internal-combustion motorcycle, the Reitwagen (replica pictured) . 1911 – The last member of the Yahi , known as Ishi , emerged from the wilderness near Oroville, California , to join European American society. 1959 – Mona Best opened the Casbah Coffee Club with a performance by the Quarrymen , the precursor of the Beatles . 1960 – Air France Flight 343 crashed while attempting to land at Yoff Airport , Dakar, killing all 63 occupants. Basil I (d. 886) Hamida Banu Begum (d. 1604) Ingrid Bergman (b. 1915; d. 1982) Thomas Tuchel (b. 1973) More anniversaries: August 28 August 29 August 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

August 29 Wikipedia featured article

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Harriet Leveson-Gower, Countess Granville (29 August 1785 – 25 November 1862), was a British society hostess and writer. The younger daughter of Lady Georgiana Spencer and the 5th Duke of Devonshire , she was a member of the wealthy Cavendish and Spencer families . In 1809, Harriet married Granville Leveson-Gower , a diplomat who had been her maternal aunt's lover for seventeen years. During intermittent periods between 1824 and 1841, Granville served as the British ambassador to France , requiring Harriet to perform an array of social duties in Paris that she often found exhausting. A prolific writer of letters , Harriet corresponded with others for most of her life, often describing her observations of those around her. Historians have since found her detailed accounts to be a valuable source of information on life as an ambassadress as well as life in the 19th-century aristocracy . Between 1894 and 1990, four edited collections of Harriet's correspondence were published. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Harry Crerar Gateshead International Stadium Zhao Chongguo Archive By email More featured articles About

Vance claimed every major conflict has ended with negotiations. That's not true

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 01:30:57 UTC

Plenty of wars in human history have ended otherwise, despite the U.S. vice president's claim.

Did Will Smith use AI to fake concert crowd in a video? We looked into it

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 10:00:36 UTC

Online users and prominent news media outlets promoted partly misleading information about yet another trending topic.

Did Florida ban 'The Diary of Anne Frank'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 11:01:06 UTC

Florida did not ban "The Diary of Anne Frank" statewide, as posts suggest. A graphic-novel adaptation was removed from some schools' shelves.

Fake stories about Texas floods reached millions on Facebook. Foreign ad companies likely profited

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 13:00:45 UTC

A slew of fabricated stories duped Facebook users after the deadly floods — and sites promoting them had ties to ad tech firms in Southeast Asia.

Unpacking long-standing claim oceans will contain more plastic than fish by 2050

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 14:57:43 UTC

A 2016 report claimed that by 2050 there would be 850 million tons of plastic in the oceans and just 812 million tons of fish.

Did 300 bikers shut down Walmart to defend veteran Henry 'Hammer' Morrison?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 18:22:35 UTC

The Road Warriors Motorcycle Club allegedly came to defend the honor of their founder after he was humiliated at a Walmart store.

Video shows Larry David's reaction to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 19:33:28 UTC

While the video of David on the "Today" show is real, it's circulating under misleading circumstances.

CDC vaccine chief Demetre Daskalakis resigned. Read his letter denouncing RFK Jr.'s leadership

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 19:35:14 UTC

Dr. Demetre C. Daskalakis was one of three top officials at the CDC who resigned after the White House fired the agency's director.

Joe Gibbs, former coach of NFL's Washington Commanders, is not dead

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 19:39:10 UTC

The storied coach's religious organization confirmed he was still alive.

10 Hurricane Katrina claims we've investigated in the 20 years since its landfall

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 19:48:05 UTC

On Aug. 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall along the Gulf Coast, eventually taking thousands of lives and causing billions in damage.

Trump Did Not Score 73 on IQ Test

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 19:59:09 UTC

The president-elect's IQ score has not been publicly released.

Mass shooters are not disproportionately transgender, contrary to claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 20:49:26 UTC

Multiple databases of mass shootings indicate that transgender people are not unusually likely to commit mass shootings.

What we know about Minneapolis shooter Robin Westman's gender identity

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 22:17:41 UTC

Conservatives seized on the shooter's purported gender identity to launch attacks on the transgender community.

Video of Trump saying 'trans people don't exist' is an AI fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 22:50:11 UTC

The fake video received millions of views the day after two children were killed in a school shooting perpetrated by an allegedly transgender suspect.

What we know about California school district's locker-room privacy policy

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-29 23:37:27 UTC

Anti-trans commentators criticized proposed mental-health accommodations for students seeking private facilities.

On this day: August 30

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-30 00:01:19 UTC

August 30 : Victory Day in Turkey (1922 ) Michael Schumacher 1914 – World War I : The Battle of Tannenberg resulted in the almost complete destruction of the Russian 2nd Army by the German 8th Army . 1959 – Writer and politician Abdul Muis became the first person to be awarded the posthumous title of National Hero of Indonesia . 1981 – Iranian president Mohammad-Ali Rajai and prime minister Mohammad-Javad Bahonar were assassinated in a bombing committed by the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran . 1984 – Discovery , the third orbiter of NASA 's Space Shuttle program , lifted off on its maiden voyage from Kennedy Space Center , Florida. 1990 – Gulf War : US General Norman Schwarzkopf Jr. issued General Order No. 1 prohibiting US troops from consuming alcohol or possessing pornographic material. Theodor Svedberg (b. 1884) Jack Marshall (d. 1988) Francisco Varallo (d. 2010) Oliver Sacks (d. 2015) More anniversaries: August 29 August 30 August 31 Archive By email List of days of the year About

August 30 Wikipedia featured article

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Taylor Swift Taylor Swift is the debut studio album by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift (pictured) , released on October 24, 2006, by Big Machine Records . Swift wrote or co-wrote all the tracks of the album, based on her experiences as a teenager; its lyrics address love, friendship, and insecurity. Produced by Nathan Chapman , it is a country record with pop and pop rock influences, using acoustic arrangements composed of guitars, banjos , and fiddles . Critics generally praised the earnest teenage feelings portrayed in Taylor Swift , and it spent more weeks on the US Billboard 200 than any other album of the 2000s decade. Among its singles, "Our Song " and "Should've Said No " peaked atop the US Hot Country Songs chart, while "Teardrops on My Guitar " became Swift's first crossover success on the pop charts. Rolling Stone featured it in their 2022 list "100 Best Debut Albums of All Time". (This article is part of a featured topic : Taylor Swift original studio albums .) Recently featured: Harriet Leveson-Gower, Countess Granville Harry Crerar Gateshead International Stadium Archive By email More featured articles About

Claim Trump executive order aims to 'institutionalize anyone disabled' lacks key context

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-30 01:30:57 UTC

The order encourages forcible commitment of "homeless individuals into long-term institutional settings for humane treatment."

Stephen Miler called Democratic Party a 'domestic, extremist organization'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-30 13:00:14 UTC

Miller made the comment on Sean Hannity's show on Fox while discussing crime in Chicago, Illinois.

20 rumors we've investigated about US-Mexico border wall

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-30 18:00:57 UTC

Rumors about the border wall often relate to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has made it a central part of his immigration policy.

Unpacking claim Ghislaine Maxwell confirmed Epstein had 'secret tapes' of Trump, Clinton

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-30 23:00:21 UTC

Contrary to social media posts, the rumor wasn’t new in 2025 — it stemmed from a book published in 2021.

August 31 Wikipedia featured article

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Drew Goddard, writer, director and producer Bad Times at the El Royale is a 2018 American neo-noir , hyperlink , thriller film written, directed, and produced by Drew Goddard (pictured) . The film follows six strangers and an employee at the El Royale, a hotel located on the California –Nevada border, on a night in the late 1960s, exploring themes of morality, faith, redemption, and the concepts of right and wrong. Principal photography began on January 29, 2018, with cinematographer Seamus McGarvey , and concluded on April 6. Post-production editing was completed by Lisa Lassek and the musical score was composed by Michael Giacchino . The film underperformed at the box office, grossing $31.8 million against its $32 million production budget. Despite this, critics praised the soundtrack, performances of the cast, and McGarvey's cinematography, although they criticized its pacing, runtime, character beats, and Goddard’s writing. At the 45th Saturn Awards , the film received five nominations and won for Best Thriller Film . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Taylor Swift (album) Harriet Leveson-Gower, Countess Granville Harry Crerar Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: August 31

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August 31 : Independence Day in Malaysia (1957 ); Romanian Language Day in Moldova and Romania Ngô Đình Nhu 1814 – War of 1812 : American militia forces repelled a British Army force at the Battle of Caulk's Field , killing 41 people including British Captain Peter Parker . 1876 – Sultan Murad V of the Ottoman Empire was deposed after a reign of 93 days on grounds of mental illness. 1939 – Nazi forces, posing as Poles, staged an attack against the German radio station Sender Gleiwitz in Gleiwitz , Upper Silesia, Germany, creating an excuse to invade Poland the next day. 1959 – A parcel bomb sent by Ngô Đình Nhu (pictured) , younger brother and chief adviser of South Vietnamese president Ngô Đình Diệm , failed to kill Norodom Sihanouk , Prime Minister of Cambodia. 2010 – The last episode of The Bill , the longest-running police drama in British television history, was broadcast. Agnes Bulmer (b. 1775) Itzhak Perlman (b. 1945) Sara Ramirez (b. 1975) Tantely Andrianarivo (d. 2023) More anniversaries: August 30 August 31 September 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did ancient Persians debate important matters drunk and sober before making decisions?

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-31 02:01:02 UTC

The claim came from ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who was not always a reliable source and who never actually traveled to Persia.

12 images we've fact-checked about climate change

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-31 13:00:57 UTC

Maps or images allegedly showing rising sea levels or increasing temps often circulate online. Some are real, others are not.

North Carolina man once robbed bank for $1 in attempt to get healthcare in prison

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-31 18:00:15 UTC

James Richard Verone, who was unemployed, was arrested in June 2011 after a desperate plan to receive medical attention.

Liz Cheney falsely linked to letter urging Democrats to fight Trump's 'authoritarian machine'

LadyJ1 — 2025-08-31 23:00:32 UTC

"I don't want to hear another polite flor speech," the letter says. "I want strategy."

September 1 Wikipedia featured article

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Randy Travis (born 1959) is an American country and gospel music singer and songwriter. He has recorded more than 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on Billboard 's Hot Country Songs charts, including 16 that reached the number-one position. Travis's commercial success began in the mid-1980s with the release of his album Storms of Life , which was certified triple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America . His major songs include "On the Other Hand ", "Forever and Ever, Amen ", "I Told You So ", "Hard Rock Bottom of Your Heart ", and "Three Wooden Crosses ". Travis is noted as a key figure in the neotraditional country movement, a return to more traditional sounds within the genre following the country pop crossovers of the early 1980s. Since surviving a near-fatal stroke in 2013, which severely limited his singing and speaking ability, he has released archival recordings and made limited public appearances. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Bad Times at the El Royale Taylor Swift (album) Harriet Leveson-Gower, Countess Granville Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 1

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September 1 : Labour Day in Canada and Labor Day in the United States (2025) Title page of the soprano part book 1610 – Claudio Monteverdi's Vespro della Beata Vergine (page pictured) was first printed in Venice, dedicated to Pope Paul V . 1804 – German astronomer Karl Ludwig Harding discovered one of the largest main-belt asteroids , naming it Juno after the Roman goddess . 1902 – The first science fiction film , titled A Trip to the Moon and based on From the Earth to the Moon by Jules Verne , was released in France. 1937 – The first group of around 172,000 Koreans were deported by Soviet authorities from the Russian Far East to the Kazakh and Uzbek SSRs ; around 10 to 25 percent died. 2000 – Speakers' Corner , a free speech area in Hong Lim Park in Singapore, was launched. Hannah Glasse (d. 1770) Father Chrysanthus (b. 1905) Charles Atangana (d. 1943) Barbara Ehrenreich (d. 2022) More anniversaries: August 31 September 1 September 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Chemotherapy drugs to treat cancer came from mustard gas?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-01 02:00:38 UTC

Yale pharmacologists in the 1940s realized mustard gas attacked white blood cells, which could have therapeutic properties in lymphatic cancers.

Trump didn't score 73 on IQ test in 1st year at New York Military Academy

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-01 13:00:16 UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump did, however, once claim to have "a very high IQ" and "strong common sense."

Unraveling claim Melania was an escort before meeting Trump at Ghislaine Maxwell party

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-01 18:00:24 UTC

The U.K. tabloid Daily Mail settled a defamation case after spreading the rumor in 2016.

7 rumors about Canada's Carney we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-01 23:01:16 UTC

Mark Carney won the 2025 Canadian election against Conservative leader Paul Poilièvre. This made him a target of several rumors, many false.

September 2 Wikipedia featured article

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Joe Walton During its 1905–06 season , New Brompton F.C. , an English football club, competed in the Southern League Division One. The team began the season on 2 September 1905 in poor form; they failed to score in six of their first eight league games and, by midseason, they were near the bottom of the league table . In the new year, the team won three of its first seven Southern League games, but failed to score in eight of the final nine league games. New Brompton finished the season in 17th place out of 18 teams in the division. They also competed in the FA Cup , reaching the second round. The team played a total of 37 league and cup matches, winning 8, drawing 9 and losing 20. Bill Marriott was the club's top goalscorer, with four goals in the Southern League and one in the FA Cup. Joe Walton (pictured) made the most appearances, playing in 36 of the team's 37 games. The highest attendance recorded at Priestfield Road was 5,500 for a game against Portsmouth on 27 January 1906. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Randy Travis Bad Times at the El Royale Taylor Swift (album) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 2

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 00:04:01 UTC

September 2 : National Day in Vietnam (1945 ) Japanese foreign minister Mamoru Shigemitsu signing the Instrument of Surrender 1666 – A large fire began in London's Pudding Lane and burned for five days, destroying St Paul's Cathedral and the homes of 70,000 of the city's 80,000 inhabitants. 1885 – White miners in Rock Springs, Wyoming , attacked Chinese-American immigrants , killing at least 28 Chinese miners and causing approximately $150,000 in property damage. 1901 – U.S. vice president Theodore Roosevelt first publicly used the phrase "speak softly and carry a big stick " at the Minnesota State Fair , describing his philosophy of negotiating peacefully while simultaneously threatening to use military force. 1945 – On the deck of the U.S. Navy battleship Missouri in Tokyo Bay , representatives from the Empire of Japan and the Allied powers signed the Japanese Instrument of Surrender (pictured) , formally ending World War II . 2011 – Bad weather caused a Chilean Air Force aircraft to crash into the Pacific Ocean , killing all 21 people on board. Jean Victor Marie Moreau (d. 1813) Bhaktivinoda Thakur (b. 1838) Roekiah (d. 1945) Carlos Valderrama (b. 1961) More anniversaries: September 1 September 2 September 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, the CIA ran a brothel in San Francisco and tested LSD on unsuspecting patrons

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 01:30:15 UTC

The intelligence agency named the project "Operation Midnight Climax."

Is this a real speech from Jim Carrey about 'world's deafening silence' on Gaza?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 10:01:10 UTC

Carrey supposedly said: "Palestine is not just a story of conflict. It is a living tragedy that has unfolded in plain sight."

Trying to protect your child's privacy online? You'll need more than an emoji

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 11:00:38 UTC

Parents should consider what other information a picture of their child could reveal.

Did Meijer call police on teen autistic employee for eating discarded fruit cups?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 13:00:55 UTC

Online users made claims about a police body-camera video showing the March 2024 arrest of a Meijer supermarket employee in Ohio. Here are the facts.

Don't fall for claim Vance said Labor Day should be a celebration of 'women who go through labor'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 18:05:42 UTC

The claim originated with satirist Andy Borowitz.

Breaking down rumor Trump died over Labor Day weekend

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 19:03:40 UTC

As claims swirled, the president posted on Truth Social on Aug. 31, "NEVER FELT BETTER IN MY LIFE."

Video shows bag being thrown out of White House window?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 19:23:04 UTC

The footage spread alongside rumors that U.S. President Donald Trump was either unwell or dead.

Trump photos shared over Labor Day weekend are not from 2019

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 21:32:53 UTC

Amid rumors of his death, some social media users claimed the White House released old pictures of the U.S. president to cover it up.

Netflix's Reed Hastings donated $2M to Newsom redistricting campaign

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 22:14:25 UTC

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's redistricting campaign is aimed at boosting Democrats' prospects in the 2026 midterm elections.

Here's what we know about alleged uprising at 'Alligator Alcatraz'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 23:37:00 UTC

Detainees reportedly called a TV station claiming that guards beat detainees and released tear gas while a fire alarm blared and a helicopter circled.

Stephen Colbert signed $13.5M Netflix deal for new series?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-02 23:51:20 UTC

According to the rumor, CBS' "Late Show" host allegedly pledged to donate a significant portion of the deal to music education and youth programs.

On this day: September 3

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 00:02:39 UTC

September 3 Oliver Cromwell 863 – Arab–Byzantine wars : The Byzantine Empire decisively defeated the Emirate of Melitene at the Battle of Lalakaon , beginning the era of Byzantine ascendancy . 1651 – English Parliamentarian forces under Oliver Cromwell (pictured) won the Battle of Worcester , the final battle of the English Civil War . 1777 – American Revolutionary War : The British Army and their Hessian allies defeated an American militia at the Battle of Cooch's Bridge . 1936 – The Guild of Carillonneurs in North America was founded in Parliament Hill , Ottawa , Canada. 2001 – The Troubles : Ulster loyalists resumed a picket outside a Catholic girls' primary school in the Protestant portion of Ardoyne , in Belfast , Northern Ireland. Archibald Bower (d. 1766) Prudence Crandall (b. 1803) Vince Lombardi (d. 1970) Rich Brian (b. 1999) More anniversaries: September 2 September 3 September 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 3 Wikipedia featured article

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William Arthur Ganfield (September 3, 1873 – October 18, 1940) was an American minister, educator, and academic administrator. He was ordained in 1901 and began his first preaching role later that year in Green Bay, Wisconsin . He became a professor at Carroll College (now Carroll University ) in 1905 and taught there until he was elected president of Centre College in 1915. During his six-year term, he helped Centre's enrollment recover from a lull and grew the school's endowment past $1 million for the first time, in part by reinstating ties between the college and the Presbyterian Church . He returned to Carroll as its president in 1921 and oversaw a strengthening of requirements for professors and implementing tenure , pensions and a fixed salary for faculty. Ganfield supported sports at both schools: Centre's football team won a major upset victory over Harvard in 1921 , and Carroll's football and basketball teams each won multiple league championships during his term. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 1905–06 New Brompton F.C. season Randy Travis Bad Times at the El Royale Archive By email More featured articles About

Stephen Colbert announced 'massive' wildlife rescue program for endangered elephants?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 01:31:13 UTC

According to the story, Colbert personally joined conservationists to help guide one of the first rescued elephants back into its natural habitat.

Acting CDC Director Jim O'Neill once said: 'There are plenty of healthy, spare kidneys walking around unused'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 10:01:14 UTC

The alleged quote circulated online after O'Neill was named to serve as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Is Mountain Dew banned in Texas?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 11:01:00 UTC

A newly passed law in 2025 required food manufacturers to put warning labels on products with certain ingredients. It did not ban those products.

'P&O Cruises promised my parents onboard credit - but took it away after booking'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 11:51:57 UTC

Every week, we get an expert to answer your financial problems or consumer disputes. Find out how to submit yours at the bottom of this post. Today's question is… A P&O cruise ship. Pic: iStock

What we know about Minnesota Catholic schools asking Walz for security funds in 2023 but not getting them

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 13:00:11 UTC

The issue took on special importance after a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis in August 2025 that killed two children.

Be in the audience for our immigration debate

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 14:56:11 UTC

Sky News will be hosting The Immigration Debate in Birmingham at 7pm on Wednesday 10 September. The Immigration Debate

What to know about EU's ban on gel nail polish chemical

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 17:54:20 UTC

While many gel nail polishes use a chemical called TPO now banned in Europe, manufacturers are already selling TPO-free versions of their polishes.

Trump email asked for donations so he could 'get to heaven'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 18:39:29 UTC

In the email, Trump said God saved him during the July 2024 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, and asked supporters for $15 donations.

Watch Epstein survivors call for full release of files at news conference

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 19:41:12 UTC

Lawmakers organized the news conference in a bipartisan call for the release of additional Epstein files.

A spine-tingling discovery: This dinosaur had spiked body armor

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 20:07:22 UTC

In a new paper, researchers describe a bizarre dinosaur with thorny spines along its neck and back that made its home in Africa more than 165 million years ago.

Did Shein use Luigi Mangione look-alike in shirt ad? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 22:10:14 UTC

Mangione pleaded not guilty to stalking and murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in April 2025.

Did Steven Tyler cut his hair?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 22:24:17 UTC

This rumor simply doesn't cut it.

Amazon is limiting shared Prime free shipping perk to one household

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 22:58:12 UTC

The new policy called "Amazon Family" is due to take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

Real story about flight that made emergency landing because of sick dog?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 23:05:33 UTC

The event occurred during Memorial Day weekend 2025.

White woman took Black CEO's airplane seat, then discovered he owned airline?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 23:19:54 UTC

Users shared the alleged story of Black CEO Devon Mitchell revealing himself to a white woman occupying his seat as the majority owner of the airline.

Unpacking reports White House said Republicans signing Epstein files petition is a 'hostile act'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-03 23:38:10 UTC

GOP Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky filed a petition that would force a vote on compelling the Justice Department to release more Epstein files.

Examining Trump's post about Putin, Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping conspiring against the US

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 00:00:39 UTC

The three leaders – alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others – reaffirmed their alliance at a meeting in Beijing.

On this day: September 4

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 00:02:29 UTC

September 4 Little Rock Central High School 1886 – After more than 25 years of fighting against the United States Army and the armed forces of Mexico , Geronimo of the Chiricahua Apache surrendered at Skeleton Canyon in Arizona . 1839 – First Opium War : British vessels opened fire on Chinese war junks enforcing a food sales embargo on the British community on the Kowloon Peninsula . 1920 – Peasants in and around Križ began a rebellion to protest economic and conscription policies enacted by the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes . 1957 – Governor Orval Faubus deployed the Arkansas National Guard to prevent nine African-American students from attending Little Rock Central High School (pictured) . 2007 – Three terrorists suspected to be part of al-Qaeda were arrested in Germany after planning attacks on Frankfurt Airport and Ramstein Air Base . Stephen Whitney (b. 1776) Beyoncé (b. 1981) Steve Irwin (d. 2006) Syed Mustafa Siraj (d. 2012) More anniversaries: September 3 September 4 September 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 4 Wikipedia featured article

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Formica archboldi queen ant tended to by Polyergus lucidus workers A parasitic ant is a type of ant that exploits the social structure of another ant species for its own survival and reproduction. The most common types of parasitic ants infiltrate a colony of a closely related species by using pheromones identical to those of the colony's workers to avoid conflict and blend in. The parasite lays eggs alongside existing ones for the host colony's worker ants to raise and nurture. Other parasitic ants transport the host colony's pupae and larvae back to the parasite's colony, where the brood will be raised as their own. The host brood that were transported are unable to differentiate between the parasites and their own colony, and serve as worker ants for the parasites. Some parasites have adapted their anatomy to reflect that of the hosts, allowing them to remain undetected for much of their lifespans. Parasites usually cause harmful effects to the target colony and can inhibit the colony's growth and development. (Full article... ) Recently featured: William Arthur Ganfield 1905–06 New Brompton F.C. season Randy Travis Archive By email More featured articles About

Contextualizing claim Ilhan Omar's net worth jumped from below zero to $30M since joining Congress

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 01:31:03 UTC

Much of Omar's overall "net worth" came from businesses run by her husband.

Did Israeli sniper nicknamed 'Angel of Death' die in Gaza? Analyzing the claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 10:01:00 UTC

Netan Yanas allegedly targeted children and journalists as a sniper with the Israeli army.

Examining claim Robert Mueller is in memory care facility amid Parkinson's battle

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 11:00:34 UTC

The claim came from a journalist who worked to discredit Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, which Muller investigated.

Disproving claim Florida Sen. Rick Scott disclosed $26M in stock trades 'over a year late'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 13:00:49 UTC

Scott filed amendments to four transaction reports, but the amendments did not add new transactions.

Here's what Epstein survivors actually said about releasing 'client list'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 16:39:25 UTC

The U.S. Justice Department said in July 2025 it did not have a list of the sex trafficking clients of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

British lawmaker nominated Biden for Nobel Peace Prize (but not in 2025)

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 17:00:59 UTC

The old nomination recirculated weeks before U.S. President Donald Trump's state visit to the U.K. in late summer 2025.

Trump didn't order military flyover to 'silence' Epstein survivors

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 19:13:47 UTC

Fighter jets briefly interrupted a news conference on the Capitol lawn featuring survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse.

Texas sheriff didn't promise to help Mexican rescuers get green cards

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 20:24:50 UTC

Videos posted online claimed Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said he would take the action because the rescue team saved his family.

Real video of gorilla clubbing crocodile to free baby gorilla in its mouth?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 21:10:00 UTC

The popular video appeared to be generated by AI.

Drowning of 'trans-dolphin' woman in Table Rock Lake doesn't hold water

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 21:10:00 UTC

The Branson Area Breaking News Facebook page reported the woman "drowned while attempting to live out her aquatic fantasy."

George Dawson Middle School in Texas Banned Book Written by Eponymous Author?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 21:28:58 UTC

"Life Is So Good" was written by the grandson of an enslaved person.

Carrie Underwood struggling to run her farm because migrant workers are scared to come to work?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 22:29:36 UTC

The rumor circulated in part to mock the country singer's perceived support of U.S. President Donald Trump.

7 candidates from far-right AfD party died in weeks leading up to local German elections

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 22:51:46 UTC

All passed of natural causes, according to German-language news reports.

Don't believe claim that Stacey Abrams was indicted on voter fraud charge in Georgia

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 22:51:48 UTC

"The 'voter rights' queen voted 3 times using 3 names," a popular Facebook post sharing the rumor about Abrams read.

Texas sheriff endorsed Gavin Newsom and Jasmine Crockett for president, VP?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-04 23:37:21 UTC

Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha previously appeared in the news to address rescue efforts following the deadly July 2025 flash floods.

On this day: September 5

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 00:01:03 UTC

September 5 El Dorado Fire 917 – Liu Yan declared himself emperor, establishing the state of Southern Han at his capital of Panyu (present-day Guangzhou ) in southern China. 1774 – In response to the British Parliament 's enactment of the so-called Intolerable Acts , representatives from twelve of the Thirteen Colonies convened the First Continental Congress at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia. 1970 – During the practice session of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza Circuit , Jochen Rindt was killed and subsequently became motor racing's only posthumous world champion. 1972 – The Palestinian militant group Black September took hostage eleven Israeli athletes and coaches at the Olympic Games in Munich , West Germany ; all of the hostages were killed less than 24 hours later. 2020 – California wildfires : A pyrotechnic device at a gender reveal party ignited the El Dorado Fire (pictured) , burning for 71 days and killing one firefighter. Nap Lajoie (b. 1874) Kathleen O'Melia (d. 1939) Chris Hipkins (b. 1978) Benyamin Sueb (d. 1995) More anniversaries: September 4 September 5 September 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 5 Wikipedia featured article

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Joseph Francis Shea (September 5, 1925 – February 14, 1999) was an American aerospace engineer and NASA manager. After working for Bell Labs on the radio inertial guidance system of the Titan I intercontinental ballistic missile , he was hired by NASA in 1961. As Deputy Director of NASA's Office of Manned Space Flight, and later as head of the Apollo Spacecraft Program Office, Shea led NASA to decide in favor of lunar orbit rendezvous and supporting "all up" testing of the Saturn V rocket. Deeply involved in the investigation of the 1967 Apollo 1 fire, Shea suffered from stress. He was moved to an alternative position in Washington and left NASA shortly afterwards. From 1968 until 1990 he was a senior manager at Raytheon in Lexington, Massachusetts , then worked as an adjunct professor of aeronautics and astronautics at MIT . Shea served as a consultant for NASA on the redesign of the International Space Station in 1993, but resigned due to health issues. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Parasitic ant William Arthur Ganfield 1905–06 New Brompton F.C. season Archive By email More featured articles About

Doctored image of Trump spreads online amid health concerns

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 01:30:58 UTC

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office and others shared the altered image on social media, with some people speculating about the president's health.

Did Taylor Swift offer 'exclusive anthem,' sponsorships to NFL teams pledging LGBTQ+ support?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 10:00:31 UTC

NFL quarterbacks, including the Kansas City Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes, allegedly rejected Swift's offers with fiery responses.

Did Trump end 7 wars, as he claimed? Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 11:00:30 UTC

The U.S. president has made this claim, about six or seven conflicts, numerous times in 2025.

US surgeons performed 1st robotic heart transplant without opening chest?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 13:00:51 UTC

While the claim was based on a real event, it was not the first surgery of its kind.

Unraveling HIV toilet paper rumor claiming criminals use needles to contaminate public restrooms

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 21:04:49 UTC

Users shared the rumor in September 2025 with the words, "Public Restroom Alert: Toilet Paper Contamination Sparks Health Concerns Across U.S."

DOJ staffer told undercover date the department would 'redact every Republican' from Epstein files

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 21:45:18 UTC

The U.S. Department of Justice said in a statement the comments in O'Keefe Media Group's video had "absolutely zero bearing with reality."

Does Trump wear LVAD medical device? It's unlikely

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:14:17 UTC

A theory shared by social media users claimed he was wearing a ventricular assist device.

No, Criminals Are Not Using Drugged Perfume to Rob People

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:19:12 UTC

The widespread internet rumor has been frightening readers since the late '90s.

Willow and Jaden Smith Revealed Their Parents Sold Them to Diddy?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:30:54 UTC

Video allegations about Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith surfaced after authorities raided Diddy's homes in March 2024.

What We Know About This Police 'Side Car Jail'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:40:50 UTC

A 1924 document describes the contraption as a "new and drastic method of handling 'tag tearing' motorists."

'American Pickers' host Mike Wolfe is not in jail

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:40:50 UTC

Several AI-generated videos falsely claimed Wolfe was found guilty of killing former co-star Frank Fritz.

Arkansas man avoided jail time after admitting to sexually assaulting, impregnating teenager

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:40:51 UTC

Mason Lee Gipson accepted a plea deal that reduced his sentence, resulting in 12 months of probation.

Harris Didn't 'Lie' About Her Black Grandparents

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 22:49:36 UTC

"I'm only prodding the narrative here," conspiracy theorist Candace Owens claimed, "because I'm going to need proof that she's Black."

No, Switzerland didn't ban mammograms over radiation risks, false positives

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-05 23:55:05 UTC

Mammograms are recommended and effective in screening for breast cancer.

September 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 00:00:53 UTC

Ophelia near North Carolina Hurricane Ophelia was a long-lived tropical cyclone , the fifteenth named storm and the eighth hurricane of the record-breaking 2005 Atlantic hurricane season . Classified as a tropical depression on September 6, it moved along a looping course, tending north. It reached hurricane status on September 8, though it repeatedly lost and regained it. The system reached hurricane strength for the fourth time on September 14, with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (140 km/h). Ophelia had completed a second loop and was moving northwest toward North Carolina. It mostly remained offshore though its eyewall scraped the coastline for two days. It degraded to tropical storm strength on September 16 as it began accelerating northeast. Ophelia traversed Atlantic Canada before dissipating on September 23 over the Norwegian Sea . With the storm occurring on the heels of Hurricane Katrina , governments were quick to prepare shelters. Three people died as the result of the storm, with another missing. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Joseph Francis Shea Parasitic ant William Arthur Ganfield Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 00:05:56 UTC

September 6 : Defence Day in Pakistan (1965 ), Ghost Festival in China (2025) Cal Ripken Jr. 1863 – General John S. Marmaduke fatally wounded his Confederate Army colleague Lucius M. Walker in a formal duel in Arkansas . 1930 – Argentine president Hipólito Yrigoyen was deposed in a military coup by José Félix Uriburu . 1952 – A prototype aircraft crashed at the Farnborough Airshow in Hampshire , England, killing the pilot and test observer on board, and 29 spectators. 1995 – Cal Ripken Jr. (pictured) played his 2,131st consecutive Major League Baseball game, breaking the 56-year-old record set by Lou Gehrig . 1999 – The Parliament of Singapore relocated from the Old Parliament House to its current meeting place . Jessie Willcox Smith (b. 1863) Roger Waters (b. 1943) Homare Sawa (b. 1978) Robert Mugabe (d. 2019) More anniversaries: September 5 September 6 September 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Photos show both Sean Connery and Thomas Brodie-Sangster at age 34? Not quite

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 00:11:49 UTC

Internet users shared the photos as an illustration of how different generations age.

Trump claimed Chicago is 'most dangerous city' in the world. The data suggests otherwise

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 01:30:47 UTC

According to one report, the only U.S. city in the world's 10 "most dangerous" cities was Memphis, Tennessee.

FBI visited 12-year-old who achieved nuclear fusion at home?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 13:00:34 UTC

Jackson Oswalt became the youngest person ever to achieve nuclear fusion in 2018. The FBI then swept his home for radiation.

10 rumors we've investigated about the National Guard

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 18:00:34 UTC

For years, Snopes has fact-checked claims involving the Guard — including rumors surrounding Trump's threats to deploy troops in several cities.

Ronald McDonald was named after serial killer from 1890s?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-06 23:01:12 UTC

According to a social media rumor, the McDonald's mascot was named after a man who killed 12 children at county fairs across the U.S. Midwest.

On this day: September 7

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 00:02:20 UTC

September 7 Battle of Arsuf by French painter Éloi Firmin Féron 1191 – Third Crusade : Crusaders under Richard I of England defeated Ayyubid troops under Saladin at the Battle of Arsuf (depicted) in present-day Israel. 1916 – World War I : The Supreme War Command was established to oversee the armed forces of all the Central Powers . 1984 – An explosion on board a Maltese patrol boat that was disposing of illegal fireworks at sea off Gozo killed seven soldiers and policemen. 1999 – Three weeks after an earthquake struck northwestern Turkey, a second earthquake struck Athens, causing Greece and Turkey to initiate "earthquake diplomacy ". 2011 – Yak-Service Flight 9633 , carrying the players and coaching staff of the ice hockey team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl , crashed on take-off near Yaroslavl , Russia, resulting in the deaths of 44 of the 45 people on board. Robert Estienne (d. 1559) Sir John Perceval, 1st Baronet (b. 1629) Peggy Noonan (b. 1950) Tamurbek Dawletschin (d. 1983) More anniversaries: September 6 September 7 September 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 7 Wikipedia featured article

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HMS Queen Mary was the last battlecruiser built by the Royal Navy before the First World War . The sole member of her class , Queen Mary was completed in 1913. She never left the North Sea once the war started, participating in the Battle of Heligoland Bight in 1914 as part of the Grand Fleet . Queen Mary unsuccessfully attempted to intercept a German force that bombarded the North Sea coast of England that December. She was refitting in early 1915 and missed the Battle of Dogger Bank in January. Queen Mary was sunk in the largest fleet action of the war, the Battle of Jutland , in mid-1916. Twice hit by the German battlecruiser Derfflinger during the early part of the battle, her magazines exploded, sinking her. The wreck was discovered in 1991 and rests in pieces on the floor of the North Sea. Her wreck is designated as a protected place under the Protection of Military Remains Act 1986 as it is the grave of 1,266 men. (This article is part of a featured topic : Battlecruisers of the world .) Recently featured: Hurricane Ophelia (2005) Joseph Francis Shea Parasitic ant Archive By email More featured articles About

Video really shows first helicopter developed by Ferrari?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 02:00:23 UTC

The automaker's famous "prancing horse" logo looked a little strange in the video.

Man arrested for allegedly living in crawl space of housing complex

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 05:55:03 UTC

A man in the US has been arrested for allegedly living in the crawl space of a property without the owner's permission. Beniamin Bucur was allegedly found living in a crawl space in a house in Oregon. Pic: Clackamas County Sheriff

Watch out for rumor thieves are using perfume bottles to leave victims unconscious

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 13:00:46 UTC

An urban legend Snopes first debunked in 2000 recently resurfaced.

17 rumors involving Greta Thunberg

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 18:00:27 UTC

The Swedish climate change activist has been the target of countless rumors, many false.

Former White House lawyer Ty Cobb on Trump: 'Worse than anyone in our history'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-07 23:00:18 UTC

Cobb, who was a White House lawyer during Trump's first term as president, left this comment under an acquaintance's private Facebook post.

September 8 Wikipedia featured article

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Peter Sellers (8 September 1925 – 24 July 1980) was an English actor and comedian, known for his many film roles, among them Chief Inspector Clouseau in The Pink Panther . On stage from early childhood, he built his skills in Ralph Reader 's wartime Gang Show troupe. After the war, Sellers made his radio debut in ShowTime , and became a regular on BBC Radio . During the early 1950s, Sellers took part in radio's The Goon Show . Although the bulk of his film work was comedic, he also performed in other genres, portraying a wide range of characters even within the same film. His films include I'm All Right Jack (1959), Lolita (1962), Dr. Strangelove (1964), What's New Pussycat? (1965), Casino Royale (1967), Being There (1979) and five films of the Pink Panther series . Sellers was nominated three times for an Academy Award , including twice for Best Actor , and won a number of other awards. Turner Classic Movies called Sellers "one of the most accomplished comic actors of the late 20th century". (Full article... ) Recently featured: HMS Queen Mary Hurricane Ophelia (2005) Joseph Francis Shea Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 8

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 00:03:16 UTC

September 8 : Victory Day in Malta PS Lady Elgin 1755 – French and Indian War : Despite being ambushed at the start of the Battle of Lake George , British colonial troops and their Mohawk allies were able to defeat French and Canadien troops and their Indian allies. 1775 – Maltese priests discontented with the Order of Saint John led an uprising that was suppressed by the Order within a few hours. 1860 – The paddle steamer Lady Elgin (pictured) was rammed by a schooner on Lake Michigan and sank, resulting in the loss of about 300 lives. 1935 – Huey Long , a U.S. senator, was shot in Baton Rouge, Louisiana , dying two days later. 1995 – Construction began on the Dhammakaya Cetiya, a giant stupa at the Wat Phra Dhammakaya , a Buddhist temple in Pathum Thani , Thailand. Leo IV the Khazar (d. 780) Maria Lassnig (b. 1919) Ron "Pigpen" McKernan (b. 1945) Emi Shinohara (d. 2024) More anniversaries: September 7 September 8 September 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Myths about masturbation side effects are spreading online. Here's what science actually says

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 02:00:22 UTC

Compulsive, forceful or unhygienic masturbation can be problematic, but the act itself does contribute toward a healthy sex life.

Did Pope Leo XIV say, 'You cannot follow both Christ and the cruelty of kings'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 10:01:02 UTC

The Vatican confirmed that – given the circulation of quotes without sources – all the pope’s speeches are publicly available on the Vatican website.

20 claims about Gavin Newsom we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 11:00:40 UTC

From rumors about his personal life to claims about California's response to wildfires, these stories about the governor have circulated over time.

Inspecting claim Ghislaine Maxwell confirmed Epstein had 'secret tapes' of Trump, Clinton

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 13:01:18 UTC

Maxwell's reported comments trace back to a book recounting an alleged 2016 conversation.

The Australian woman who killed her in-laws with toxic mushrooms gets life in prison

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 13:34:26 UTC

Erin Patterson hosted four of her estranged husband's relatives for lunch in July 2023. Three of them died of death cap mushroom poisoning. A jury found her guilty this July, after a nine-week trial.

House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed Trump was FBI informant in Epstein case. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 17:52:56 UTC

Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, made the comment in September 2025.

Disproving claim Chicago used salt trucks to block ICE from city

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 19:23:43 UTC

Videos of salt trucks in Chicago circulated as the Trump administration stationed hundreds of federal agents near Illinois' largest city.

Trump posted meme about Chicago that said, 'I love the smell of deportations in the morning'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 19:39:19 UTC

"Chicago about to find out why it's called the Department of WAR," the meme shared on Trump's Truth Social account added.

Did AI robot suffer PTSD after it was scared by lion?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 21:35:24 UTC

There was no evidence a story about an AI robot fearing a lion was real. An image shared with the claim in September 2025 was AI-generated.

LA Holocaust Museum apologized for Instagram post 'misinterpreted by some to be a political statement'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 21:51:28 UTC

The alleged post was no longer publicly available as of this writing, but the museum's apology post was.

'Phillies Karen' wasn't identified, fired from New Jersey school district job

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-08 22:54:40 UTC

A post from the district joked that someone who worked there would "obviously have caught the ball bare-handed in the first place."

September 9 Wikipedia featured article

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The Battle of Arkansas Post was fought from January 9 to 11, 1863, along the Arkansas River at Arkansas Post , Arkansas, as part of the Vicksburg campaign of the American Civil War . Major General Ulysses S. Grant of the Union army started to move against Vicksburg in November 1862. He entrusted William T. Sherman with command of the riverine movement towards Vicksburg, rather than John A. McClernand , whom Grant did not trust. Initial advances stalled, and McClernand arrived and took command in early January 1863. On January 10, 1863, Union warships bombarded Arkansas Post. At 1:00 pm on January 11, Union forces again attacked, by land and water. The land attack was repulsed, but the Confederates agreed to surrender. When Grant learned of the operation against Arkansas Post, he disapproved, but he was later convinced of the wisdom of the operation. The siege of Vicksburg ended with a Confederate surrender on July 4, 1863, a key contribution to the eventual Union victory. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Peter Sellers HMS Queen Mary Hurricane Ophelia (2005) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 9

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 00:03:41 UTC

September 9 Elizabeth II on September 9, 2015 1570 – Ottoman–Venetian War : After a 40-day siege, the Cypriot city of Nicosia fell to the Ottomans , leading to a massacre of more than 20,000 citizens . 1739 – The Stono Rebellion , at the time the largest slave rebellion in the Thirteen Colonies of British America , erupted near Charleston, South Carolina . 1969 – Allegheny Airlines Flight 853 collided in mid-air with a Piper PA-28 Cherokee flown by a student pilot near Fairland, Indiana , killing all 83 occupants of and destroying both aircraft. 2001 – Two al-Qaeda attackers assassinated Ahmad Shah Massoud , a pivotal Afghan resistance leader, two days before the September 11 attacks in the United States. 2015 – Elizabeth II (pictured) became the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom , surpassing Queen Victoria . Louise Lehzen (d. 1870) Colonel Sanders (b. 1890) Chaim Topol (b. 1935) Neil Davis (d. 1985) More anniversaries: September 8 September 9 September 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce didn't announce pregnancy, seriously

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 01:30:33 UTC

The pop star and NFL player announced their engagement in August 2025, but the ultrasound images shared with the rumor trace back months earlier.

Unraveling claims about Bass Pro Shops not paying federal taxes

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 10:00:52 UTC

Social media users accused the popular outdoor sports shops of being classified as "museums," thereby not being required to pay federal taxes.

Story about missing Alaska hikers Steve and Natalie Brody doesn't check out

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 11:00:37 UTC

Facebook posts claimed the bodies of the two hikers who went missing in Denali National Park were found years later in a glacier crevasse.

Online conspiracy theories rife after 16 election candidates die in Germany

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 12:40:37 UTC

Officials in western Germany have sought to calm online speculation following the deaths of 16 candidates, including seven from a far-right party, in the run-up to a local election. The FDP candidates, Lena Schulz, Peter Beitz, Alondra von Groddeck, Markus Schulz, Finn Pentermann, Ulrike BRESA, top candidate (Alliance 90/The Greens, Alliance 90/The Greens) and Nadia KHALAF, top candidate of the SPD, election posters for the local elections on September 14, 2025, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Muelheim, August 12, 2025 Photo by: Malte Ossowski/SVEN SIMON/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

Image shows real mountain that looks like turtle?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 13:00:19 UTC

The purported photo, which has been shared online for years, emerged again in 2025.

Posts falsely claim Trump called Black children 'natural born killers' and 'born criminals'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 16:23:48 UTC

While Trump did make comments about some people who were "born to be criminals" during a briefing, he didn't explicitly mention Black children.

UN General Assembly didn't move 80th session from NYC to Geneva over US blocking Palestinian visas

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 18:11:33 UTC

However, precedent exists for such a decision.

Real drawing in Epstein 'birthday book' appears to show him giving candy to children

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 20:53:59 UTC

The drawing also depicted late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein receiving a massage from multiple women.

Rumor about Patti LaBelle fighting Karoline Leavitt on TV is fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 21:38:44 UTC

The story is circulating via Facebook posts with images of the women.

Trump's purported birthday letter to Epstein, depicting nude woman, is publicly released

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 23:08:33 UTC

Trump denied writing the letter or drawing the picture.

Claim that photo shows Trump's birthday letter to Epstein falls apart under scrutiny

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 23:13:27 UTC

Text from a letter was originally published by The Wall Street Journal.

Unpacking report Trump sent Epstein birthday card with drawing of naked woman

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-09 23:13:28 UTC

The letter reportedly concluded with, "Happy Birthday — and may every day be another wonderful secret."

September 10 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 00:02:37 UTC

Hydrogen's three main isotopes Hydrogen is a chemical element with the symbol H and atomic number 1. It is the lightest and most abundant element , constituting about 75% of all normal matter . The Sun is mainly hydrogen in a plasma state. Under standard conditions , hydrogen is a gas of diatomic molecules with the formula H2 ; it is colorless, odorless, non-toxic and highly combustible. On Earth, hydrogen can exist in its gaseous state and in molecular forms , such as with oxygen in water (H2 O). The most common isotope of hydrogen (1 H) consists of one proton , one electron and no neutrons . Hydrogen gas was first produced artificially by the reaction of acids with metals. Henry Cavendish , in 1766–1781, identified hydrogen gas as a distinct substance and discovered its property of producing water when burned; its name means water-former in Greek. Its main industrial uses include fossil-fuel processing and ammonia production for fertilizer. Emerging uses for hydrogen include the use of fuel cells to generate electricity. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Battle of Arkansas Post Peter Sellers HMS Queen Mary Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 10

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 00:04:30 UTC

September 10 Light curve -based 3D-model of Pandora 1509 – An earthquake known as "The Lesser Judgment Day " hit Constantinople . 1622 – Fifty-five Christians were executed in Nagasaki during the Great Genna Martyrdom , part of persecution towards Christians in Japan by the Tokugawa shogunate . 1858 – George Mary Searle discovered the asteroid 55 Pandora (pictured) from the Dudley Observatory near Albany, New York ; it was his only asteroid discovery. 1945 – Mike the Headless Chicken was decapitated on a farm in Colorado ; he survived another 18 months as part of sideshows before choking to death. 2009 – Members of the Atlanta Police Department conducted a raid on a gay bar , with patrons later alleging that their constitutional rights had been violated and the city agreeing to pay over $1 million in settlements. William Morgan (d. 1604) Giovanni Antonio Grassi (b. 1775) Adele Astaire (b. 1896) Chandra Khonnokyoong (d. 2000) More anniversaries: September 9 September 10 September 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

NFL did not ban rainbow gear and prompt a response from Eagles coach Nick Sirianni

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 01:30:41 UTC

The rumor circulated with an image supposedly showing Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni wearing a rainbow Eagles hat.

Rumor Newsom laundered money through wife doesn't add up

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 10:00:22 UTC

While the office has received about $1 million a year from the Legislature, the money went toward staff salaries, according to a records request.

Clarifying claim Sarah Huckabee Sanders left children standing in rain while speaking under tent

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 11:00:50 UTC

Girls in cheerleading uniforms looked uncomfortable as rain drops rolled off the structure sheltering the governor.

23 rumors we've examined about Trump and Epstein's relationship

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 13:01:20 UTC

The two were friends since the 1980s, according to the U.S. president. Epstein died in prison in 2019.

Investigating claim Trump seeks to lower age of consent and marriage to 14

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 18:00:56 UTC

Users claimed the president sought the measure to shield himself from charges for alleged crimes involving convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Why a construction company in Denmark returned its fleet of Teslas

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 18:39:00 UTC

The Tscherning group is among the largest companies of Denmark's construction sector.

Investigating rumor about CDC, CPS harassment over 'autism therapy camps' in Florida

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 19:33:39 UTC

Users discussed a story in September 2025 claiming CDC and CPS officials harassed a mother for refusing to send her son to an "autism therapy camp."

Charlie Kirk once said some gun deaths 'worth it' in order to have Second Amendment

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 20:56:28 UTC

The Turning Point USA CEO and co-founder made the remarks while answering a question during a TPUSA Faith event in April 2023.

Charlie Kirk is dead after shooting at Utah college event

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 21:15:31 UTC

The conservative activist died at 31 years old, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed in a Truth Social post.

Unpacking claims Hyundai is closing Georgia plant following ICE raid

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 21:36:20 UTC

An operation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained 475 workers at a Hyundai "megasite" in Georgia in early September 2025.

Marjorie Taylor Greene posted rifle photo after news of Minnesota lawmaker shootings. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 21:37:24 UTC

The picture, posted the same day as the shootings, showed Greene participating in the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary event in Washington.

Fake video shows Marjorie Taylor Greene putting up poster of Trump's alleged Epstein birthday letter

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 21:42:37 UTC

The Republican U.S. representative has called for a full release of the disgraced financier’s files.

Banksy mural 'scrubbed' days after it appeared on Royal Courts of Justice wall in London

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-10 22:04:59 UTC

The mural showed a wigged judge using a gavel to beat a person holding a blank sign stained with red.

September 11 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 00:01:04 UTC

Tumbler Ridge town hall Tumbler Ridge is a district municipality in the foothills of the B.C. Rockies in northeastern British Columbia , Canada, and a member municipality of the Peace River Regional District . With a population of 2,399 in 2021, the municipality encompasses an area of 1,558 km2 (602 sq mi). Located near the confluence of the Murray River and Flatbed Creek and the intersection of Highways 52 and 29 , it is part of the Peace River South provincial electoral district and the Prince George—Peace River—Northern Rockies federal riding. It is a planned community , with the housing and infrastructure built simultaneously in 1981 by the provincial government to service the coal industry . After dinosaur footprints and fossils were discovered in the municipality, along with fossils of Triassic fishes and Cretaceous plants, the Peace Region Paleontology Research Center opened in 2003. The study of the area led to a recognition of its geological importance and listing in the UNESCO Global Geopark Network . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Hydrogen Battle of Arkansas Post Peter Sellers Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 11

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 00:02:00 UTC

September 11 : National Day of Catalonia The Burlington Daily Hawk Eye Gazette reporting on the speech 1649 – Cromwellian conquest of Ireland : Oliver Cromwell 's New Model Army ended the Siege of Drogheda , took over the town and massacred its garrison. 1775 – American Revolutionary War : Benedict Arnold's expedition departed from Cambridge, Massachusetts , as part of the invasion of Quebec . 1897 – Gaki Sherocho was captured by the forces of Ethiopian emperor Menelik II , bringing an end to the Kingdom of Kaffa . 1914 – First World War : The Australian Naval and Military Expeditionary Force invaded German New Guinea , winning the Battle of Bita Paka . 1941 – In Des Moines, Iowa , American aviator Charles Lindbergh delivered an antisemitic speech (reporting pictured) accusing Jews of controlling the media and manipulating the United States into joining World War II . Rosika Schwimmer (b. 1877) Arvo Pärt (b. 1935) Jan Smuts (d. 1950) B. J. Habibie (d. 2019) More anniversaries: September 10 September 11 September 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, Charlie Kirk's last words were, 'Counting or not counting gang violence?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 00:05:45 UTC

The conservative activist was fatally shot Sept. 10, 2025, during an event at a Utah college.

Charlie Kirk once said empathy was 'made-up, new age term'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 00:20:58 UTC

The authentic quote from the CEO and co-founder of Turning Point USA circulated online following his fatal shooting on Sept. 10, 2025.

Real post shows Vance's response to July report of Trump's alleged birthday note to Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 01:30:46 UTC

When the Wall Street Journal reported on the sexually suggestive note earlier this year, Vance went to the president's defense on X.

'My car rental hell - please help'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 09:31:00 UTC

Every week, our Money blog team finds the answer to a reader's financial problem or consumer dispute. Here's the latest... A stock image of someone signing a car rental agreement with an out-of-focus car behind them. Pic: iStock

Claim about UK government's 'Sharia law compliant' student loans mixes fact and fiction

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 10:00:27 UTC

Shariah, or Muslim law, views charging or paying interest on loans as a major sin.

19 rumors about 9/11 we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 11:00:43 UTC

Snopes has been fact-checking conspiracy theories surrounding the 9/11 attacks since they happened in 2001.

Did McDonald's open 'first-ever buffet' in Missouri?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 13:00:28 UTC

A Facebook post claimed McDonald's was testing the dining option at a location in Branson, Missouri.

Story about Travis Kelce donating bonus, endorsements to homeless nonprofit still false

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 18:14:52 UTC

The feel-good rumor was just as fake in September 2025 as it was in March the same year.

Charlie Kirk once said Jewish money was ruining US culture

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 18:42:57 UTC

In 2023, Kirk said "Jews have been some of the largest funders of cultural Marxist ideas and supporters of those ideas over the last 30 or 40 years."

A £1 pay rise could leave you tens of thousands worse off in Britain - here's why

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 20:25:23 UTC

A £1 pay rise in the UK could leave you tens of thousands of pounds worse off. Pic: iStock

Charlie Kirk called for an 'amazing patriot' to bail out Paul Pelosi's attacker in 2022

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 21:10:52 UTC

Kirk also said he thought the attack was "awful."

Charlie Kirk once said passing the Civil Rights Act was a 'huge mistake'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-11 22:34:39 UTC

The conservative activist's quote about the landmark legislation circulated online after he was fatally shot in September 2025.

September 12 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 00:01:30 UTC

Felice Beato (c. 1832 – 1909) was an Italian-British photographer. He was one of the first to take photographs in East Asia and one of the first war photographers . He is noted for his genre works , portraits, and views and panoramas of the architecture and landscapes of Asia and the Mediterranean region. His travels let him create images of countries, people and events that were unfamiliar and remote to most people in Europe and North America. His work provides images of such events as the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and the Second Opium War , and represents the first substantial body of photojournalism . Beato was the official photographer of the Nile Expedition led by G. J. Wolseley to Khartoum , Sudan, in relief of General Charles Gordon . Beato influenced other photographers; and his impact in Japan, where he taught and worked with other photographers and artists, was particularly deep and lasting. He pioneered and refined the techniques of hand-colouring photographs and making panoramas. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tumbler Ridge Hydrogen Battle of Arkansas Post Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 12

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 00:02:34 UTC

September 12 President Kennedy's speech 1309 – Reconquista : Castilian forces captured Gibraltar from the Emirate of Granada . 1885 – The Scottish Cup match between Arbroath and Bon Accord ended 36–0 , which is still a world record for an unrigged professional association football match. 1962 – In a speech at Rice Stadium in Houston, U.S. president John F. Kennedy reiterated an aspiration to land a man on the Moon before 1970 (video featured) . 2003 – The first public release of Steam , a distribution service for computer games, was made available for download. 2008 – A Metrolink train collided head-on with a freight train in Los Angeles, California, resulting in 25 deaths and 135 injuries; the Metrolink driver had passed through a red signal , having likely been distracted by text messaging . Andronikos I Komnenos (d. 1185) Mary Jane Patterson (b. 1840) Grahame Clark (d. 1995) Sydney Sweeney (b. 1997) More anniversaries: September 11 September 12 September 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

6 claims we've fact-checked about Charlie Kirk following assassination

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 01:30:55 UTC

We investigated several comments the conservative commentator reportedly made. He died on Sept. 10, 2025.

Houston imam led protests against Muslim businesses selling products such as pork, alcohol

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 10:00:19 UTC

"No business & no individual should fear fools like this," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wrote on X.

Did Yellowstone camera capture image of mountain lion raising wolf cubs?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 11:01:16 UTC

According to posts circulating online, this mountain lion decided it didn't want to be a lone wolf anymore.

Fake video shows Trump and Epstein with young girls at party

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 13:00:52 UTC

Social media users shared an AI-generated video that animated an authentic image and added minors who were not present.

Video from Charlie Kirk vigil in Idaho shows fight, not 'lynching' of Black man

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 16:52:50 UTC

Hundreds attended a candlelit vigil for Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator who was fatally shot during an event in Utah on Sept. 10, 2025.

Charlie Kirk once said prominent Black women didn't have 'brain processing power' to be taken seriously

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 17:01:30 UTC

He was talking specifically about Michelle Obama, Joy Reid, Sheila Jackson Lee and Ketanji Brown Jackson.

American Eagle issued apology note about Sydney Sweeney ads?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 18:42:39 UTC

The Associated Press reported the company's ad campaign sparked a debate about race, Western beauty standards and backlash to "woke" U.S. politics.

Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff for Charlie Kirk, but not for Melissa Hortman

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 19:02:12 UTC

Hortman, a Democrat who had served as speaker of the Minnesota House, was assassinated in June 2025.

Real Charlie Kirk quote about Black pilot qualifications circulates online

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 21:45:12 UTC

During a 2024 podcast episode, Kirk said, "If I see a Black pilot, I'm gonna be like, 'Boy, I hope he's qualified.'"

Inscriptions found on bullet casings in Charlie Kirk shooting: What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 21:48:08 UTC

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said investigators found four inscribed bullet casings and a rifle in an area the shooter ran through.

Charlie Kirk called Martin Luther King Jr. 'awful'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 22:41:27 UTC

The Turning Point USA co-founder and conservative commentator was fatally shot while speaking at a Utah college.

Posts falsely claim Charlie Kirk shooting suspect was a Trump donor

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 22:50:33 UTC

"Tyler Robinson" is a more common name than social media users would lead you to believe.

Charlie Kirk shooting suspect an unaffiliated voter, not a registered Republican

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 23:20:16 UTC

Tyler Robinson, 22, registered to vote in 2021, but at the time of his arrest, he was listed in state records as an inactive voter.

No, Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson did not pledge to cover expenses for Charlie Kirk's family

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-12 23:40:12 UTC

The claim spread on social media without any evidence to support it.

September 13 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 00:01:47 UTC

Ackles and Padalecki, who portray Supernatural 's two leads The first season of Supernatural premiered on September 13, 2005, and concluded on May 4, 2006, after 22 episodes. It focuses on brothers Sam and Dean Winchester as they track their father, John , who is hunting the demon who killed their mother and Sam's girlfriend . The brothers use their father's journal to continue the family business of saving people and hunting supernatural creatures. Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles (both pictured) star as Sam and Dean, with Jeffrey Dean Morgan recurring as John and Nicki Aycox as the demonic Meg Masters . This is the only season to air on The WB ; subsequent seasons aired on The CW . The season averaged about 3.81 million American viewers and earned many award nominations, including two Primetime Emmy Awards for work done on the pilot episode . Some critics criticized the mostly anthology-like format, while others praised the show's emotional moments and brotherly chemistry between the lead actors. (This article is part of a featured topic : Supernatural season 1 .) Recently featured: Felice Beato Tumbler Ridge Hydrogen Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 13

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 00:01:48 UTC

September 13 John Calvin 1541 – After three years of exile, French theologian John Calvin (pictured) returned to Geneva to reform the church under a system of Christian theology later known as Calvinism . 1914 – World War I : The French army repulsed a German assault against their positions on high ground near the city of Nancy . 1985 – Super Mario Bros. , one of the most influential and best-selling video games in history, was first released in Japan for the Nintendo Entertainment System . 1988 – Hurricane Gilbert reached a minimum pressure of 888 mb (26.22 inHg) with sustained flight-level winds of 185 mph (295 km/h), making it the most intense Atlantic hurricane on record at the time. 1993 – Nirvana released their third and final studio album, In Utero , which went on to sell more than 15 million copies. William Birdwood (b. 1865) Thomas Müller (b. 1989) Jordan Bardella (b. 1995) Helen Filarski (d. 2014) More anniversaries: September 12 September 13 September 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Chris Hayes announced he was leaving MSNBC due to wife's cancer diagnosis?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 01:30:42 UTC

Posts sharing the rumor included links in comments to ad-filled stories about Hayes' alleged departure due to his wife's cancer battle.

Vance called Trump 'America's Hitler' in 2016

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 13:01:02 UTC

Vance made the comparison in a text message that his former roommate shared with the public in 2022.

14 rumors about the United Nations that we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 18:00:31 UTC

The global intergovernmental body has been the subject of many online claims.

Digging into claim RFK Jr. and White House 'buried' study linking alcohol use to cancer

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-13 23:00:27 UTC

The Alcohol Intake and Health Study was commissioned in 2022 under then-U.S. President Joe Biden.

September 14 Wikipedia featured article

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Mother Solomon (1816–1890) was a Wyandot nanny and cultural activist. Solomon was born along Owl Creek in Marion County , Ohio, to a Wyandot chief father. In 1822, her family moved to the Big Spring Reservation in Wyandot County , where elders taught her oral tradition. She learned English at a mission school and began attending the Wyandot Mission Church . Solomon married in 1833 and had several children. Some of them died before 1843, when the Indian Removal Act forced the tribe to move to Kansas, where they lived in poor conditions. Solomon had more children there. By 1860, her husband and remaining children had died. She remarried the Wyandot sheriff John Solomon; they relocated to near Upper Sandusky , Ohio, in 1865. When John died in 1876, she began babysitting children, and her village nicknamed her "Mother Solomon". Solomon promoted Wyandot culture and advocated for the restoration of the mission church. A popular local figure, her death in 1890 was widely reported in newspapers. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Supernatural season 1 Felice Beato Tumbler Ridge Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 14

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 00:03:38 UTC

September 14 Kumba Ialá 1752 – Under the terms of the Calendar (New Style) Act 1750 , the British Empire adopted the Gregorian calendar , skipping 11 days of the month. 1940 – Hungarian forces massacred at least 150 ethnic Romanians in Ip , Transylvania, following rumors that Romanians were responsible for the deaths of two soldiers. 1943 – World War II : Nazi forces began a mass extermination campaign against the civilian residents of around 20 villages on the Greek island of Crete, eventually killing more than 500 men. 2003 – President Kumba Ialá (pictured) of Guinea-Bissau was deposed in a bloodless military coup. 2015 – Physicists of the LIGO and Virgo projects first observed gravitational waves , the existence of which was predicted by Henri Poincaré in 1905. Constantine V (d. 775) Jeremiah Dummer (b. 1645) Ponnambalam Arunachalam (b. 1853) Beah Richards (d. 2000) More anniversaries: September 13 September 14 September 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Alan Dershowitz note referencing Vanity Fair appears in Epstein birthday book. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 02:00:29 UTC

"Alan Dershowitz admitted…that he got Vanity Fair to shift coverage away from Jeffrey Epstein and onto Bill Clinton," one X user claimed in a post.

How well do we really know the people we follow online?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 05:03:12 UTC

Ever found yourself religiously following the lives of people you've never met on social media? Parasocial relationships

Trump didn't say US and Italy have been allies 'since the time of Ancient Rome'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 13:01:10 UTC

The rumor traces back to a speech Trump delivered during a 2019 joint press conference with Italian President Sergio Mattarella.

25 Jeffrey Epstein rumors we've investigated since 2024

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 18:00:42 UTC

Snopes investigated many claims related to Epstein, including rumors that associate Ghislaine Maxwell confirmed "secret tapes" of Trump.

Thousands of film workers signed letter boycotting Israeli film companies, not Jewish people

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-14 23:01:09 UTC

One pro-Israel account on social media, exaggerating the scope of the boycott, claimed stars "signed a pledge vowing not to work" with Jewish people.

September 15 Wikipedia featured article

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The red wattlebird is a passerine bird native to southern Australia. With a length of 33–37 cm (13–14½ in), it is the second largest species of Australian honeyeater . It has mainly grey-brown plumage, with red eyes, distinctive pinkish-red wattles on either side of the neck, white streaks on the chest and a large bright yellow patch on the lower belly. Loud and conspicuous, the red wattlebird is generally found in trees, where it gets most of its food; occasionally it forages on the ground. It is one of the largest nectarivorous birds in the world, feeding from a wide variety of flowering plants. Insects also comprise part of its diet. It is territorial and at times aggressive towards birds of other species, often defending rich sources of nectar. Breeding throughout its range, the red wattlebird builds a cup-shaped nest in a tree and raises one or two broods a year. Although it has declined in places from land clearing , it is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Mother Solomon Supernatural season 1 Felice Beato Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 15

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 00:03:29 UTC

September 15 : Battle of Britain Day in the United Kingdom (1940 ) Title page of the German government gazette issue proclaiming the laws 1776 – American Revolutionary War : British forces made an unopposed amphibious landing at Kips Bay on Manhattan , the American defenders having fled due to artillery fire. 1795 – French Revolutionary Wars : Great Britain seized the Dutch Cape Colony to use its facilities against the French Navy . 1935 – Nazi Germany enacted the Nuremberg Laws (pictured) , which deprived Jews of their citizenship. 1944 – World War II : American and Australian forces landed on the Japanese-occupied island of Morotai . 2017 – A homemade bomb partially exploded on an eastbound District line train at Parsons Green tube station in West London, injuring 30 passengers. Catherine of Genoa (d. 1510) Edmé Boursault (d. 1701) Signe Toly Anderson (b. 1941) Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex (b. 1984) More anniversaries: September 14 September 15 September 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Analyzing claim Russian cancer vaccine is ready for use

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 02:00:31 UTC

Russian scientists are working on several different cancer vaccines, but some are not out of trials yet.

Photo of Ghislaine Maxwell is real, but the man isn't Chief Justice Roberts

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 10:00:41 UTC

The man in the photo with Ghislaine Maxwell is actually French modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel.

What we know about reports that Trump evicted 74-year-old stroke victim in the '80s

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 11:00:37 UTC

"I remember the specifics of this vile incident all too well," said Joe Conason, the reporter behind the story, in an email to Snopes.

Some jobs may increase your ovarian cancer risk, study found

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 13:00:20 UTC

One study from Canada concluded in 2023 that hairdressing and accountancy, among other jobs, correlated with a higher risk of ovarian cancer.

This book arrived in mailboxes all around Baltimore with no explanation. Until now

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 21:20:43 UTC

This summer in Baltimore, thousands of copies of the same book showed up in mailboxes and on doorsteps without an explanation. Here's the story behind the mysterious "Great Controversy."

What Charlie Kirk actually said about whether children should watch public executions

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 21:35:43 UTC

Kirk said during a 2024 podcast that watching executions of convicted criminals would be an "initiation" for children.

Fox News host suggested 'involuntary lethal injection' for mentally ill homeless people who refuse help

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 22:03:10 UTC

The anchor made the statement during an episode of "Fox & Friends" and later apologized.

Book about Charlie Kirk's killing didn't come out before shooting

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 23:04:34 UTC

"The Shooting of Charlie Kirk" appeared to be yet another case of low-quality, AI-generated content.

NASA announced it found life on Mars?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 23:33:50 UTC

The agency reported it found "potential biosignatures" on Mars, which could be evidence of ancient life.

Debunking claim Elon Musk fired 2,000 employees at X over joke mocking Charlie Kirk

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 23:52:08 UTC

Firing 2,000 people at X would have left little to no staff at the social media platform.

Examining claim Tyler Robinson's father vowed to donate $1.15M reward to Charlie Kirk's family

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-15 23:55:15 UTC

Investigators suspect Robinson, 22, killed the conservative activist during an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.

September 16 Wikipedia featured article

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Socompa is a large stratovolcano (composite volcano) on the border of Argentina and Chile . It has an elevation of 6,051 metres (19,852 ft) and is part of the Chilean and Argentine Andean Volcanic Belt . Socompa lies close to the pass of the same name where the Salta–Antofagasta railway crosses the border. Most of the northwestern slope of Socompa collapsed catastrophically 7,200 years ago to form an extensive debris avalanche deposit. The Socompa collapse is among the largest known on land with a volume of 19.2 cubic kilometres (4.6 cu mi) and a surface area of 490 square kilometres (190 sq mi). After the volcanic landslide , Socompa was rebuilt by the effusion of lava flows and much of the scar is now filled in. Socompa is also noteworthy for the high-altitude biotic communities that are bound to fumaroles on the mountain. They are well above the sparse regular vegetation in the region, which does not extend up the mountains. The climate on the mountain is cold and dry. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Red wattlebird Mother Solomon Supernatural season 1 Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 16

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 00:02:16 UTC

September 16 : Malaysia Day in Malaysia (1963 ); Independence Day in Papua New Guinea (1975 ) 1839 British five-pound gold coin 1400 – Owain Glyndŵr proclaimed himself Prince of Wales , declaring that he could save the Welsh from English invasions. 1920 – A bomb in a horse-drawn wagon exploded in front of 23 Wall Street in New York City, killing 38 people and injuring several hundred others. 1975 – The prototype of the Soviet Mikoyan MiG-31 , one of the fastest combat jets in the world, made its maiden flight. 1989 – During a tour of the United States, Soviet politician Boris Yeltsin visited a grocery store in Texas that had a major impact on his views regarding the Soviet Union's economic system. 1992 – The British pound (coin pictured) was forced out of the European Exchange Rate Mechanism on Black Wednesday and suffered a major devaluation . Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit (d. 1736) Louis XVIII (d. 1824) Lauren Bacall (b. 1924) B. B. King (b. 1925) More anniversaries: September 15 September 16 September 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

17 rumors we've investigated about Charlie Kirk assassination

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 01:30:21 UTC

We've investigated claims related to the suspected shooter, as well as quotes Kirk once said.

Mick Jagger didn't hold moment of silence for Charlie Kirk at NYC concert

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 10:01:03 UTC

Following the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, false claims of celebrities paying tribute to the conservative activist spread online.

On 9/16/25, celebrate a date of mathematical beauty

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 10:07:05 UTC

Pythagorean Triple Square Day, as one man affectionately calls 9/16/25, is a day like no other this century.

US army swore in 4 tech executives as lieutenant colonels

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 11:00:19 UTC

The Army swore in executives with ties to Meta, Palantir and OpenAI "to help guide rapid and scalable tech solutions to complex problems."

Story about dinosaur tail preserved in amber is a fossil by now

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 13:00:19 UTC

A widely viewed social media post wondered why the discovery of a dinosaur tail in amber wasn't making headlines in 2025. It's a decade old.

Charlie Kirk didn't say gay people should be stoned to death

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 17:21:41 UTC

The Turning Point USA co-founder and conservative commentator was fatally shot while speaking at a Utah college.

Video shows Memphis residents riding tanks stolen from Trump's National Guard deployment?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 18:51:06 UTC

Users shared this claim after the president signed a memorandum in September 2025 deploying troops to the Tennessee city to combat crime.

Charlie Kirk called George Floyd a 'scumbag.' Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 19:05:14 UTC

Kirk said of Floyd, "This guy was a scumbag. Now, does that mean he deserves to die? That's two totally different things — of course not."

What we know about death of Demartravion 'Trey' Reed, Black student found hanging at Delta State University

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 20:36:41 UTC

Claims that Reed was lynched did not align with statements by officials about his death.

Is Erika Kirk pregnant? No evidence rumor's true

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 20:50:20 UTC

Erika Kirk had not confirmed her third pregnancy on social media or in public remarks following Charlie Kirk's assassination.

Teenagers and their parents get huge fine for online video restaurant 'prank'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 21:02:28 UTC

Two teenagers who filmed themselves urinating into a restaurant's hotpot broth have been ordered, along with their parents, to apologise and pay a fine of £227,000, Chinese state media has said. Hot pot. File pic: iStock

Charlie Kirk once said he would want a 10-year-old daughter who was raped to deliver the baby

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-16 23:52:38 UTC

The conservative commentator answered the hypothetical question in a 2024 YouTube video in which he debated 25 college students.

September 17 Wikipedia featured article

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Alice meeting Tweedledum and Tweedledee Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There is a novel published in December 1871 by Lewis Carroll , a mathematics lecturer at the University of Oxford . It was the sequel to his Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865), in which many of the characters were playing-cards ; in this novel the theme is chess . As in the earlier book, the central figure, Alice , finds herself in a fantastical universe. She passes through a large mirror into another world and finds that, just as in a reflection, things there are reversed, including logic. Eventually, after a succession of strange adventures, she wakes and realises she has been dreaming. The original illustrations are by John Tenniel . The book contains several verse passages and, like Alice's Adventures in Wonderland , introduces phrases that have become common currency. Through the Looking Glass has been adapted for the stage and screen and translated into many languages . Critical opinion of the book has generally been favourable. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Socompa Red wattlebird Mother Solomon Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 17

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September 17 : Constitution Day and Citizenship Day in the United States Ronald Reagan publicly acknowledges AIDS for the first time, beginning at the 7:12 mark. 1658 – Portuguese Restoration War : Having crossed the Minho and entered Portuguese territory, a Spanish army was victorious in the Battle of Vilanova . 1775 – American Revolutionary War : The Continental Army under Richard Montgomery began the Siege of Fort St. Jean in the British province of Quebec . 1878 – A British surveyor was detained by the Zulu on the border with the Colony of Natal ; a demand for reparations for the incident formed part of an ultimatum that led to the Anglo-Zulu War . 1985 – Four years after AIDS was first identified in the United States, Ronald Reagan publicly acknowledged AIDS (video featured) for the first time. 2018 – The Israeli Air Force conducted missile strikes that hit multiple targets in western Syria, including one that accidentally downed a Russian plane. Robert Bellarmine (d. 1621) Vera Yevstafievna Popova (b. 1867) Hans Otto Jung (b. 1920) Eiji Toyoda (d. 2013) More anniversaries: September 16 September 17 September 18 Archive By email List of days of the year About

What we know about claims Russia attacked Poland

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 01:31:12 UTC

On Sept. 15, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, "NATO is at war with Russia. This is obvious, and it does not require any additional evidence."

Did Trump say, 'Smart people don't like me'? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 10:00:30 UTC

Trump critics are sharing a video of him supposedly making the statement. But it's missing context, according to the Instagram user who posted it.

Ed Sheeran isn't behind Charlie Kirk tribute song shared online

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 11:00:12 UTC

Multiple YouTube channels that post AI-generated music shared fake songs supposedly honoring the late conservative commentator.

Trump's 'droopy' face during 9/11 ceremony doesn't prove he had stroke

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 13:00:29 UTC

One-sided facial paralysis can indeed be a sign of a stroke. It can also be a sign of other medical conditions.

Trump didn't install a 200-foot statue of Jesus outside the White House

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 15:57:20 UTC

Errors in the footage make it clear the video is AI-generated.

Fake video shows Trump singing about Jesus while playing piano at White House

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 15:57:34 UTC

YouTube comments displayed under the video indicated users believed the clip genuinely showed U.S. President Donald Trump in performance.

The Facts Behind Claims RFK Jr. Said COVID-19 Was Targeted to 'Spare' Jewish, Chinese People

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 16:19:07 UTC

Sen. Michael Bennet accused Kennedy of making the statement during his Senate confirmation hearing to become the nation's top health official.

Police removed dozens of Jewish kids from plane in Spain. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 16:19:09 UTC

The airline that operated the flight claimed the teenagers were being unruly. The Jewish summer camp denied this, saying it was discrimination.

Unpacking Claims That RFK Jr. Said COVID-19 Was Targeted to 'Spare' Jewish and Chinese People

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 16:20:11 UTC

"COVID-19 is targeted to attack Caucasians and Black people," Kennedy said during a speech in July 2023.

What Charlie Kirk actually said about Biden getting 'the death penalty'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-17 23:22:04 UTC

The Turning Point USA co-founder and conservative commentator was fatally shot while speaking at a Utah college.

September 18 Wikipedia featured article

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Alicia Keys Alicia is the seventh studio album by Alicia Keys (pictured) and released on September 18, 2020. Alicia 's mostly low-tempo and melodically subtle music reconciles her experimental direction with bass drum –driven R&B and piano-based balladry . The songs explore identity as a multifaceted concept, sociopolitical concerns, and forms of love within multiple frameworks. Keys described the album as therapeutic and reflective of greater introspection in herself. After a surprise announcement of its impending release in September, Alicia debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 in its first week and became Keys's eighth top-10 record in the US, while charting in the top 10 in several other countries. It received critical praise for Keys's nuanced vocal performances and the music's broad appeal, while her thematic messages were considered balanced, healing, and timely against the backdrop of unfolding world events. The album won the Grammy Award for Best Immersive Audio Album in 2022. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Through the Looking-Glass Socompa Red wattlebird Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 18

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 00:02:50 UTC

September 18 Old Faithful erupting 324 – Constantine the Great decisively defeated Licinius in the Battle of Chrysopolis , establishing Constantine's sole control over the Roman Empire and ending the Tetrarchy . 1850 – The United States Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Act , decreeing that all escaped slaves be brought back to their masters. 1870 – Nathaniel P. Langford of the Washburn–Langford–Doane Expedition first observed a geyser in the Wyoming Territory erupting at regular intervals, naming it Old Faithful (video featured) . 1948 – The Australian cricket team 's Invincibles tour of England concluded; they had played 34 matches, including five Tests , without defeat. 1950 – Korean War : The Korean People's Army retreated from the Battle of the Pusan Perimeter after six weeks of fighting, marking the farthest that the KPA would advance in the war. Andronikos Komnenos (b. 1091) William Hazlitt (d. 1830) Helene Scheu-Riesz (b. 1880) Salvatore Schillaci (d. 2024) More anniversaries: September 17 September 18 September 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Investigating claims Charlie Kirk shooting suspect's roommate is trans

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 00:06:30 UTC

The roommate — whom the suspect called "my love" – reportedly had no prior knowledge of the shooting and was cooperating, based on court filings.

Mookie Betts commented about Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 00:11:37 UTC

According to the rumor, Betts said, "If you want people to speak kindly about you after you're gone, then you should speak kindly while you're alive."

Unpacking claim Charlie Kirk's wife and children witnessed his shooting

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 01:30:38 UTC

Snopes readers asked if the conservative activist's family members were present during his speaking event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.

Unpacking reports of SpaceX-branded cocaine found in Brazilian plane crash

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 10:00:32 UTC

The deceased pilot was allegedly an Australian businessman named Timothy James Clark.

Unraveling rumor bill would let Marco Rubio revoke passports for criticizing Israel

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 11:00:17 UTC

The proposed legislation would have sanctioned "material support for terrorism" with passport denial or revocation. However, the bill was amended.

'I parked in wrong airport car park and got charged £885 - what can I do?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 12:42:02 UTC

Every week, the Money team answers a reader's financial dilemma or consumer problem. Today's is… Pic: iStock

Breaking down claim Starbucks baristas can't write 'Charlie Kirk' on cups

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 13:00:50 UTC

A TikTok user claimed Starbucks baristas in California repeatedly refused to write Kirk's name on their cups.

More bosses are offering career breaks: Here's how they can go right - and very wrong

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 13:52:33 UTC

Employers are increasingly offering career breaks to prospective staff, according to data shared exclusively with the Money team by Indeed.com. Pic: iStock

DOJ removed study from website showing most domestic terrorism is right-wing

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 17:37:41 UTC

The study was still on the website as of Sept. 11, 2025, but was removed by the following day, two days after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.

Robert Redford once wrote Trump 'degrades' everything he touches?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 18:01:51 UTC

The actor and activist died Sept. 16, 2025, at age 89.

Don't fall for story about Paul McCartney honoring Charlie Kirk with 'Let It Be' tribute

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 18:48:15 UTC

The story claimed McCartney paused during his set and said, "I want to take a moment to remember someone very special."

Inspecting rumor about Erika Kirk launching fundraiser after husband's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 19:55:36 UTC

Snopes identified several fundraisers in support of Erika Kirk and her children that raised millions of dollars combined.

Mass protest in London was not specifically for Charlie Kirk, contrary to claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 21:54:37 UTC

Far-right British activist Tommy Robinson organized the rally months before Kirk died.

Coca-Cola dropped Jimmy Kimmel after 'disgusting' comments about Charlie Kirk?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 22:43:51 UTC

Online users shared this rumor following ABC's suspension of Kimmel's show. Here's the truth, as well as everything he said mentioning Kirk's name.

Here's what we know about Charlie Kirk mural incident at UNC Wilmington

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 22:43:53 UTC

University officials confirmed that an incident involving a painting on a campus spirit rock occurred after a student-led vigil for Kirk.

Quote about Trump wrenching every fault line in America wide open is from a real Robert Redford op-ed

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 22:51:01 UTC

The quote came from an opinion piece Redford wrote endorsing Joe Biden for president in 2020.

Charlie Kirk introduced Kyle Rittenhouse as 'a hero to millions'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 23:21:24 UTC

Rittenhouse, acquitted in deadly protests, was a guest at "AmericaFest" in 2021, an event organized by Kirk's organization Turning Point USA.

Erika Kirk filed $40M defamation lawsuit against ABC and 'The View'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-18 23:33:50 UTC

Online users began sharing this rumor just before ABC's suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

September 19 Wikipedia featured article

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Dan Castellaneta, Homer's voice actor Homer Simpson is a character in the animated television series The Simpsons . He is the boorish father of the Simpson family ; with his wife, Marge , he has three children: Bart , Lisa , and Maggie . Homer embodies several American working-class stereotypes: he is overweight, balding, immature, unintelligent, outspoken, aggressive, lazy, ignorant, unprofessional, and fond of beer, junk food, and television. Despite his flaws, he is fundamentally a good-hearted man and fiercely protective of his family, especially during crises. He was created and designed by cartoonist Matt Groening and is voiced by Dan Castellaneta (pictured) . Homer is one of the most influential fictional characters on television and is widely recognized as an American cultural icon . His catchphrase, the annoyed grunt "D'oh! ", has been included in several dictionaries. Castellaneta has won four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance , along with a special-achievement Annie Award for voicing Homer. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Alicia (album) Through the Looking-Glass Socompa Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 19

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 00:03:18 UTC

September 19 : International Talk Like a Pirate Day Kate Sheppard 1893 – New Zealand became the first country to introduce universal suffrage following the women's suffrage movement led by Kate Sheppard (pictured) . 1970 – Greek student Kostas Georgakis set himself on fire in Genoa , Italy, as a protest against the military junta of Georgios Papadopoulos . 1985 – An earthquake registering Mw 8.0 struck Mexico City , killing at least 9,000 people and leaving up to 100,000 homeless. 1991 – Ötzi , a well-preserved natural mummy of a man dating from about 3300 BC, was discovered by two German tourists in the Alps . 2023 – Chinese authorities cancelled a run of performances of The Mongol Khan , the first Mongolian play to be performed internationally, forty minutes before its planned premiere in Hohhot . Alfonso Litta (b. 1608) William Kirby (b. 1759) Jackie Collins (d. 2015) John Turner (d. 2020) More anniversaries: September 18 September 19 September 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Rumored Eminem tribute for Charlie Kirk is AI nonsense

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 01:31:02 UTC

According to the fake story, the rapper "stunned the globe when he set politics aside and delivered a devastatingly human tribute."

Fake posthumous video shows Charlie Kirk saying he 'knew the risks'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 10:01:10 UTC

Released footage after Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at a Utah college claims to show a message from him in event of his death.

Mountain lion broke into Colorado pet store to play with catnip?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 11:00:59 UTC

According to the story, pet store employees starting their morning shift were shocked when they found the mountain lion in the cat toy aisle.

This photo doesn't show Ghislaine Maxwell next to Chief Justice Roberts, seriously

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 13:00:24 UTC

People have shared the image for years, often as alleged proof of a connection between the chief justice and convicted sex offender.

Did UK play Darth Vader's 'Imperial March' theme to welcome Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 17:50:51 UTC

May the Force (of media literacy) be with you.

Breaking down false rumor that France's first lady Brigitte Macron is trans

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 18:44:10 UTC

U.S. conservative pundit Candace Owens has repeatedly peddled this falsehood.

Posts falsely claim Charlie Kirk lied about ASU speaking ban to gain notoriety

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 19:30:54 UTC

An animated video spread the claim, but Snopes found no evidence he had fabricated such a lie.

Watch out for claim video shows anti-Trump protests in London

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 19:39:30 UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump made a state visit to the United Kingdom on Sept. 16, 2025.

Simone Biles didn't respond to Charlie Kirk's 2021 Olympics comments after his death

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 20:32:21 UTC

Kirk, a conservative activist killed in September 2025, previously made negative remarks about the seven-time, Olympic gold-medal-winning gymnast.

Jelly Roll didn't donate $5M to build Tennessee homeless shelters

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 20:50:49 UTC

The country music star is very involved in homelessness and addiction activism, but this particular rumor was not true.

Breaking down report Trump admin said birth control pills, IUDs cause abortions

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 20:55:09 UTC

The rumor originated from New York Times reporting about the Trump administration destroying $10 million in contraceptives meant to go abroad.

Golden statue of Trump holding bitcoin appeared outside US Capitol

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 21:24:29 UTC

According to local news, the temporary installation was independently funded by a group of cryptocurrency investors.

No evidence texts were faked between Kirk shooting suspect and alleged partner. Here's why people were speculating

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-19 23:41:01 UTC

Among other issues, Utah prosecutors pointed out that nothing had yet been proven in court.

September 20 Wikipedia featured article

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Miller in 2014 Myst V: End of Ages is a 2005 adventure video game , developed by Cyan Worlds , published by Ubisoft , and released for Macintosh and Windows PC platforms. Directed by Rand Miller (pictured) it is the fifth installment in the Myst series. Like in past entries, gameplay consists of navigating worlds known as "Ages" via the use of special books and items which act as portals. End of Ages replaces pre-rendered environments used in past games with worlds rendered in real-time 3D graphics , allowing easy navigation. It also includes an in-game camera . Additionally, the faces of actors were digitally mapped onto three-dimensional character models . End of Ages was positively received, despite complaints such as lessened interactivity compared to previous games and poorer graphics. After the game's release Cyan announced the end of software development and the layoff of most of its staff, but was able to rehire much of the development team a few weeks later. (This article is part of a featured topic : Myst series .) Recently featured: Homer Simpson Alicia (album) Through the Looking-Glass Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 20

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September 20 Margaret Thatcher 1066 – Harald III of Norway and his English ally Tostig Godwinson defeated the northern earls Edwin and Morcar at the Battle of Fulford near York . 1697 – The first of a series of treaties comprising the Peace of Ryswick was signed between France and the Grand Alliance , ending the Nine Years' War . 1870 – The Bersaglieri entered Rome through the Porta Pia , ending the temporal power of the Pope and completing the unification of Italy . 1920 – Irish War of Independence : British auxiliary police officers known as Black and Tans went on a rampage in Balbriggan , burning more than fifty homes and businesses and killing two people. 1988 – British prime minister Margaret Thatcher (pictured) gave a landmark speech at the Belfry of Bruges , Belgium, against federalism in the European Economic Community . Gozbald (d. 855) Jacob Grimm (d. 1863) Justo Gallego Martínez (b. 1925) Rose Francine Rogombé (b. 1942) More anniversaries: September 19 September 20 September 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did ABC fire Jimmy Kimmel as host of 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-20 01:30:21 UTC

The supposed news appeared after ABC suspended Kimmel's late-night show.

FBI's 'Arctic Frost' probe into Jan. 6 investigated Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-20 13:01:16 UTC

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley released whistleblower files he claimed showed the FBI investigated "the entire Republican political apparatus."

25 rumors we've fact-checked about the NFL

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-20 18:00:51 UTC

Over the years, Snopes has looked into a variety of claims about the National Football League, its players, teams and coaches.

Could Sony's '90s camcorders really see through people's clothes? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-20 23:00:13 UTC

Social media users have long shared a story about Sony recalling the camcorders after users discovered the feature.

On this day: September 21

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September 21 : International Day of Peace Chandrashekhar Agashe 1675 – Led by Antonio de Vea , a Spanish naval expedition departed El Callao , Peru, for the fjords and channels of Patagonia to find whether rival colonial powers were in the region. 1897 – In response to a letter written by eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon, The New York Sun published an editorial by Francis Pharcellus Church stating, "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus ". 1934 – Chandrashekhar Agashe (pictured) established the Brihan Maharashtra Sugar Syndicate Ltd. , one of the oldest companies in India . 1999 – A 7.7 Mw earthquake struck Jiji , Taiwan, killing 2,415 people, injuring more than 11,000 others and causing about NT$ 300 billion (US$10 billion) in damage across the island. 2004 – American rock band Green Day released their seventh studio album, American Idiot , which would become one of their most recognizable albums. Polyxena of Hesse-Rotenburg (b. 1706) Emanuel Schikaneder (d. 1812) Kareena Kapoor Khan (b. 1980) Trần Đại Quang (d. 2018) More anniversaries: September 20 September 21 September 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 21 Wikipedia featured article

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The canister in the National Roman Legion Museum The Caerleon pipe burial is a second-century Roman grave associated with the legionary fortress and settlement Isca Augusta in Caerleon . In 1927 building works across the River Usk from the fortress uncovered a grave containing a stone-lined tomb. Within the tomb was a lead canister containing cremated bone fragments, a piece of linen bearing traces of frankincense and a 3.8 cm (1.5 in) broken lead pipe which would originally have reached the surface. This type of burial is rare in Britain and was investigated by the archaeologist Mortimer Wheeler . The anatomist Arthur Keith determined that the bone fragments were of a single adult, confirmed in 2001 by Alice Roberts . Tombs with vertical lead or earthenware pipes are found throughout the Roman Empire , and these features are believed to have facilitated sacrifices and offerings to the departed. In particular, pipe burials are thought to have allowed relatives to pour blood or wine into the container to nourish the soul of the deceased. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Myst V: End of Ages Homer Simpson Alicia (album) Archive By email More featured articles About

'Priceless' mural in Chaco Culture National Historical Park isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-21 02:00:18 UTC

A park ranger and a spokesperson for a local university both said they had never heard of the alleged mural.

Fox News' Brian Kilmeade suggested 'involuntary lethal injection' for some mentally ill homeless people

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-21 13:00:18 UTC

The co-host of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" later called his comment "extremely callous."

Forrest Gump actually said, 'Life was like a box of chocolates'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-21 18:00:42 UTC

The alleged quote from the 1994 film "Forrest Gump" is yet another example of the so-called Mandela Effect.

Trump reportedly evicted 74-year-old stroke victim in the '80s. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-21 23:00:20 UTC

For years, social media users have circulated an alleged news story with the headline, "Trump Evicts Stroke Victim, 74."

September 22 Wikipedia featured article

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Thomas J. Hudner Jr. (1924–2017) was a United States Navy officer and naval aviator . He received the Medal of Honor for his actions in trying to save the life of his wingman , Ensign Jesse L. Brown , during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir in the Korean War . Born in Fall River, Massachusetts , Hudner attended Phillips Academy in Andover and the United States Naval Academy . Initially uninterested in aviation, he eventually took up flying and joined Fighter Squadron 32 , flying the F4U Corsair at the outbreak of the Korean War. Arriving near Korea in October 1950, he flew support missions from the aircraft carrier USS Leyte . He later served in the Vietnam War . After retiring as a captain in 1973, he worked for various veterans' organizations in the United States. He is interred at Arlington National Cemetery . The Arleigh Burke -class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner is named for him. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Caerleon pipe burial Myst V: End of Ages Homer Simpson Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 22

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September 22 Damage from the great fire of Smyrna 1586 – Eighty Years' War : Spanish forces defeated an Anglo-Dutch army at the Battle of Zutphen . 1914 – World War I : German naval forces bombarded Papeete in French Polynesia and sank a French gunboat. 1922 – After nine days, the great fire of Smyrna was extinguished (aftermath pictured) , having caused at least ten thousand deaths. 1975 – Sara Jane Moore attempted to assassinate U.S. president Gerald Ford , but failed due to unfamiliarity with her weapon. 2014 – The NASA spacecraft MAVEN entered into orbit around Mars to study the planet's atmosphere . Selim I (d. 1520) John Biddle (d. 1662) Gladys Berejiklian (b. 1970) Coco Yoshizawa (b. 2009) More anniversaries: September 21 September 22 September 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Minnesota man was convicted of criminal neglect for throwing sick wife 'death party' in 2019

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 02:01:06 UTC

Duane Arden Johnson pleaded guilty to a felony charge of criminal neglect and was sentenced to three years in prison.

Investigating claim medieval peasants only worked 150 days a year

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 10:00:29 UTC

The meme's persistence in the face of multiple popular posts claiming to debunk it has left many internet users unsure what to believe.

Charlie Kirk called George Floyd a 'scumbag.' Here's the full quote

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 11:00:32 UTC

"This guy was a scumbag. Now, does that mean he deserves to die? That's two totally different things — of course not," Kirk said of Floyd in 2021.

Digging into false rumor that France's first lady Brigitte Macron is trans

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 13:00:36 UTC

The rumor started spreading in France in 2021 — but gained new life in the U.S. when Candace Owens took hold of it.

Investigating claim slain Al Jazeera journalist Anas al-Sharif was affiliated with Hamas

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 16:03:44 UTC

The Israel Defense Forces made the allegation without proof. Al Jazeera and al-Sharif rebutted the accusations.

Jimmy Kimmel Announced He Is Canceling His Show After Trump's Inauguration?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 16:35:37 UTC

He is "booking a one-way ticket to Canada," too, allegedly.

Did Ringo Starr defend Charlie Kirk after ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel's show?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 17:14:21 UTC

"This is about respect. About dignity. About the weight of a name that millions carry in their hearts," Starr said, according to the story.

Did Jimmy Kimmel say ABC made 'right call' firing Roseanne Barr in 2018?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 20:16:28 UTC

He did say her comments were “indefensible” but called for people to treat her with “compassion.”

Here's how we know photo showing Epstein and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-22 21:30:18 UTC

The image showed telltale signs of being AI-generated.

On this day: September 23

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September 23 : Celebrate Bisexuality Day Benedict Arnold 1780 – American Revolutionary War : British officer John André was captured by Patriot forces, thereby revealing a plot by Continental Army general Benedict Arnold (pictured) to hand over West Point, New York . 1913 – The United Mine Workers of America begin a strike against the Rockefeller -owned Colorado Fuel & Iron Company , sparking the Colorado Coalfield War . 2002 – The first version of the web browser Firefox was released by the Mozilla Organization . 2008 – A gunman shot and killed ten students at the Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences in Kauhajoki , Finland, before committing suicide. 2019 – The British travel company Thomas Cook Group ceased operations with immediate effect, leaving around 600,000 tourists stranded around the world. John Ainsworth Horrocks (d. 1846) Ellen Hayes (b. 1851) Sigmund Freud (d. 1939) Sean Spicer (b. 1971) More anniversaries: September 22 September 23 September 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 23 Wikipedia featured article

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20 Exchange Place is a skyscraper in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan , New York City. Completed in 1931, it was designed by Cross & Cross as the headquarters of the City Bank–Farmers Trust Company, predecessor of Citigroup . The building, standing at approximately 741 feet (226 m) with 57 usable stories, was one of New York City's tallest buildings and the world's tallest stone-clad building upon its completion. The building has a granite and limestone facade, while its internal superstructure is made of steel. The lower section of the facade fills the entirety of an irregular quadrilateral city block and contains piers with figures depicting the "giants of finance". The upper stories, consisting of a square tower with chamfered corners, are offset from the base. The building is an official New York City landmark and a contributing property to the Wall Street Historic District . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Thomas J. Hudner Jr. Caerleon pipe burial Myst V: End of Ages Archive By email More featured articles About

Colin Kaepernick initiative funding independent autopsy for Black student found hanging from tree

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 00:34:27 UTC

A medical examiner ruled Demartravion "Trey" Reed's death a suicide, but his family has raised concerns about "conflicting accounts."

Charlie Kirk said Taylor Swift should 'submit' to her husband because she's 'not in charge'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 01:30:54 UTC

The activist said during an August 2025 episode of his podcast that he hoped Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce would make her a conservative.

Real X-rays of person with 81 teeth?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 10:01:19 UTC

According to posts circulating online, an image depicts X-rays of a person with hyperdontia, a condition characterized by extra teeth.

Charlie Kirk's family wasn't promised $1.15M reward from shooting suspect's dad

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 11:01:30 UTC

Investigators suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, killed the conservative activist during an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.

RFK Jr. said he met Charlie Kirk in 2001. That's impossible

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 13:01:30 UTC

The U.S. Secretary of Health said he went on the late podcast host's show in July 2001.

Did Disney lose $4B in market cap after suspending Jimmy Kimmel's show? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 16:24:07 UTC

The stock did not drop this much overnight, but it did fall this much, and more, over several days following the suspension.

Diddy Held Unknown White Object in 'Creepy' Pictures with Kate Moss

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 18:44:01 UTC

Eagle-eyed viewers speculated that he was holding a pill in two photographs that were taken in 1999.

Breaking down rumors of alleged Grindr outages near Charlie Kirk memorial

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 20:43:15 UTC

Similar spikes occurred in cities across the United States, according to crowdsourced data.

Homeland Security posted video featuring 'Pokémon' theme song

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-23 21:18:49 UTC

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security spliced footage from immigration raids with that of the popular "Pokémon" TV show.

September 24 Wikipedia featured article

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Nadine Gordimer, author Burger's Daughter is a novel by the South African writer Nadine Gordimer (pictured) . Set in the mid-1970s, it details a group of white anti-apartheid activists seeking to overthrow the South African government. It follows the life of Rosa Burger as she comes to terms with her father's legacy as an activist in the South African Communist Party . Gordimer was involved in South African politics and knew Bram Fischer , Nelson Mandela 's treason trial defence lawyer. She modelled the novel's Burger family on Fischer's family and described Burger's Daughter as an homage to Fischer. The novel was first published in the United Kingdom in 1979. It was banned in South Africa a month after its publication, and its import and sale were prohibited by the South African Publications Control Board. Three months later, the Publications Appeal Board overturned the ban and restrictions were lifted. The novel was generally well received by critics and won the Central News Agency Literary Award in 1980. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 20 Exchange Place Thomas J. Hudner Jr. Caerleon pipe burial Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 24

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September 24 : Heritage Day in South Africa; Independence Day in Guinea-Bissau (1973 ) Battle of San Juan de Ulúa 1568 – At San Juan de Ulúa (present-day Veracruz , Mexico), a Spanish naval fleet forced English privateers to halt their trade (battle pictured) . 1789 – The Judiciary Act of 1789 was signed into law, establishing the U.S. federal judiciary and setting the number of Supreme Court justices at six. 1903 – Alfred Deakin became the second Australian prime minister , succeeding Edmund Barton , who left office to become a founding justice of the High Court of Australia . 1950 – The "Great Smoke Pall", generated by the Chinchaga fire , the largest recorded fire in North American history, was first recorded in present-day Nunavut and may eventually have circled the entire globe. 1975 – Dougal Haston and Doug Scott of the Southwest Face expedition became the first people to reach the summit of Mount Everest by ascending one of its faces . Robert of Knaresborough (d. 1218) John Rutter (b. 1945) Pia Wurtzbach (b. 1989) Gennady Yanayev (d. 2010) More anniversaries: September 23 September 24 September 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Palestine is not seeking 2 trillion pounds in reparations from the UK, contrary to claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 01:31:41 UTC

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas released a statement welcoming the U.K.'s recognition of Palestine. It didn't mention reparations.

Charlie Kirk once said George Floyd was a 'scumbag.' Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 10:01:43 UTC

In 2021, Kirk said of Floyd, "This guy was a scumbag. Now, does that mean he deserves to die? That's two totally different things — of course not."

Does Tylenol use during pregnancy cause autism? Here's what science says

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 11:01:42 UTC

There's no definitive evidence that Tylenol causes autism, and multiple medical groups have reiterated that it remains safe to use during pregnancy.

Trump never advised people to 'inject bleach' to tackle COVID-19. This is what he said

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 13:02:21 UTC

The president's comments about bleach and COVID-19 resurfaced after he claimed in September 2025 that there was a link between Tylenol and autism.

Digging Into Claims the CIA Invented the Term 'Conspiracy Theory' in the 1960s

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 16:09:28 UTC

Social media posts have tied the term "conspiracy theory" to the late-1960s release of a CIA memo related to John F. Kennedy's assassination.

Vintage KFC Ad Promoted 'The Colonel's Holiday 3-Way'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 21:32:38 UTC

"Explore a fantasy world where you'll experience satisfaction beyond imagination," the suggestive ad allegedly read.

Contextualizing 2017 Tylenol post about pregnancy recommendations

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 21:48:13 UTC

The post shared on social media was authentic, but Tylenol maker Kenvue said the response was "incomplete" and didn't reflect its "full guidance."

Checking rumored Tylenol response to Trump autism announcement

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 22:29:37 UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sept. 22, 2025, that taking Tylenol was linked to autism.

Inspecting claim ICE agents removed ladders, forced workers to jump off roof during Illinois raid

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-24 23:44:11 UTC

A homeowner claimed ICE agents swarmed his home with guns drawn while they were not at home.

September 25 Wikipedia featured article

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Sequined jacket with printed image of Victorian era children Joan (Autumn/Winter 1998) was the twelfth collection by British fashion designer Alexander McQueen for his eponymous fashion house . Continuing his dual fascination with religion and violence, it was inspired by imagery of persecution, most significantly the 1431 martyrdom of Joan of Arc , who was burned at the stake. The collection's palette was mainly red, black and silver; colours which evoked notions of warfare, death, blood and flames. Many looks referenced ecclesiastical garments and medieval armour , including items that mimicked chainmail and one ensemble that had silver-plated armour pieces. The runway show was staged in London. The set design was sparse and industrial : a dark room lit by metal lamps suspended over the runway. The 100-foot (30 m) runway was covered in black ashes, and models entered through a black backdrop backlit in red. Ninety-one looks were presented; primarily womenswear with some menswear. Critical response to the clothing and the runway show was positive.(Full article... ) Recently featured: Burger's Daughter 20 Exchange Place Thomas J. Hudner Jr. Archive By email More featured articles About

The northern white rhino is likely to be extinct in the wild. However, not all hope is lost

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 00:02:46 UTC

Two females remain at a conservancy project in Kenya.

On this day: September 25

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September 25 Tacitus 275 – After the assassination of Aurelian , Tacitus (depicted) was chosen by the Senate to succeed him as Roman emperor . 1066 – Harold Godwinson defeated King Harald III of Norway and his English ally Tostig Godwinson at the Battle of Stamford Bridge , ending the last Norse invasion of the British Isles . 1775 – American Revolutionary War : Ethan Allen and a small force of American and Quebec militia failed to capture the city of Montreal from British forces. 1800 – French Revolutionary Wars : After U.S. ships became involved, French forces abandoned their invasion of the Batavian island of Curaçao . 1990 – The Ram Rath Yatra , a political–religious rally organised to erect a temple to the Hindu deity Rama on the site of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya , began in the Indian state of Gujarat . Oliver Loving (d. 1867) Silvana Pampanini (b. 1925) Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (b. 1955) José Fernández (d. 2016) More anniversaries: September 24 September 25 September 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Trump rages against three 'very sinister events' at UN

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 01:20:42 UTC

Donald Trump has claimed his appearance at the United Nations was marred by three acts of "sabotage". Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. Pic Reuters

Unpacking claims about Charlie Kirk merch released after his death

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 01:32:00 UTC

Rumors are swirling about the political organization supposedly selling the products at his memorial.

Location, Location, Location's Phil Spencer: My top tips for getting a deal on your dream home

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 06:48:58 UTC

Buying a home can be an expensive, stressful and difficult process - and the last thing you want to do is get ripped off. Location, Location, Location presenter Phil Spencer

Rumored Chelsea Clinton order to repay $3.7M in foundation scandal doesn't add up

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 10:02:07 UTC

Users shared this rumor about the daughter of former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in September 2025.

Did Kelly Clarkson announce she would cut ties with brands supporting LGBTQ+ community?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 11:01:36 UTC

The rumor spread on social media, but no reliable outlet had reported on it.

'My £1,200 Samsung TV broke within two years but they won't give me any money back'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 12:25:10 UTC

Every week, the Money team answers a reader's financial dilemma or consumer problem. Today's is… A Samsung LED TV. Pic: iStock

Investigating whether Stephen Miller's speech at Charlie Kirk memorial included Nazi subtext

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 13:02:07 UTC

Miller allegedly "plagiarized" from Adolf Hitler's propaganda chief, Joseph Goebbels.

Trump didn't tell the UN that 'it burns when I pee'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 16:21:35 UTC

The purported statement was posted by a satirical social media account.

An investigation accused a senior State Department official of having ties to Russia. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 18:11:17 UTC

Darren Beattie continues to hold his position. His wife denied alignment with the Kremlin.

Inspecting claim Oklahoma superintendent required Turning Point USA chapters at all high schools

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 20:55:02 UTC

Ryan Walters announced a "partnership" with Turning Point USA the day before he said he would resign as Oklahoma's top education official.

Unpacking claims Google admitted to censorship on YouTube under Biden administration

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 20:59:58 UTC

The U.S. House Judiciary Committee, led by Republicans, said "Google Admits Censorship Under Biden." This is an oversimplification.

No evidence Erika Kirk was involved with child trafficking in Romania

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 21:55:43 UTC

There is also no proof she was ever "banned" from or "kicked out" of Romania.

Investigation found two-thirds of more than 1,800 detainees 'dropped off the grid' from 'Alligator Alcatraz'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 22:06:13 UTC

The Miami Herald's findings were based off two detainee rosters the news outlet obtained. Snopes sought further details.

Tesla released 'Pi Phone' with Starlink capability?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-25 23:11:14 UTC

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has suggested that the electric car manufacturer might produce a phone, but the company has never officially announced one.

September 26 Wikipedia featured article

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SMS Rheinland was one of four Nassau -class battleships , the first dreadnoughts built for the Imperial German Navy and launched on September 26, 1908. Her service with the High Seas Fleet during World War I included fleet advances into the North Sea , some in support of raids by I Scouting Group as well as the Battle of Jutland , in which Rheinland was engaged by British destroyers . The ship also saw duty in the Baltic Sea during the Battle of the Gulf of Riga . She returned to the Baltic as the core of an expeditionary force to aid the White Finns in the Finnish Civil War in 1918, but ran aground. The damage done by the grounding was too severe and Rheinland was decommissioned to be used as a barracks ship for the remainder of the war. In 1919, following the scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow , Rheinland was ceded to the Allies who, in turn, sold the vessel to ship breakers in the Netherlands to eventually be broken up to scrap metal. (This article is part of a featured topic : Battleships of Germany .) Recently featured: Joan (collection) Burger's Daughter 20 Exchange Place Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 26

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September 26 Yves Rossy 1087 – William II , son of William the Conqueror , was crowned king of England . 1907 – The British Colony of New Zealand officially became a dominion to reflect its political independence since the 1850s. 1944 – World War II : The Soviet Army completed the Tallinn offensive , driving German forces out of Estonia. 1983 – The racing yacht Australia II , captained by John Bertrand , won the America's Cup and ended the New York Yacht Club 's 132-year defence of the trophy. 2008 – Swiss pilot and inventor Yves Rossy (pictured) flew a wingpack powered by jet engines across the English Channel . Francis Daniel Pastorius (b. 1651) Alice Harnoncourt (b. 1930) Andi Ramang (d. 1987) Gloria Stuart (d. 2010) More anniversaries: September 25 September 26 September 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Charlie Kirk didn't once post about scratching his behind

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 01:31:20 UTC

According to the fake post image, the conservative activist remarked about people scratching their posteriors while discussing New York City politics.

What to know about claim FBI plans to categorize trans people as 'Nihilistic Violent Extremists'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 10:02:12 UTC

The rumor originated from a report by independent journalist Ken Klippenstein that cited two anonymous national security officials.

Trump hung Biden's 'autopen signature' in new White House 'Walk of Fame,' but many presidents have used device

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 11:01:38 UTC

Presidents have signed documents via autopen since Thomas Jefferson.

Rumor about Barbra Streisand suing Karoline Leavitt is fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 12:37:59 UTC

The White House press secretary did not launch a "verbal assault" on the singer and actress.

Examining rumors Queen Elizabeth II 'loved' Charlie Kirk's work

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 13:01:24 UTC

According to users' posts, the queen took great interest in the conservative activist's work.

Posts claim Erika Kirk launched fundraiser after husband's death. Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 13:52:31 UTC

The posts claimed Kirk had a net worth of $12 million.

Pokemon pushes back against ICE deportation video - joining list riled by Trump administration

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 14:19:10 UTC

Pokemon has said it did not give permission for the show's popular theme song to be used in a video showing deportations posted by the US government. Pics: Webpay/iStock/Julian Dakdouk/PictureGroup/Shutterstock/Paul R. Giunta/Invision/AP

Trump claims he ended 7 wars. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 17:58:52 UTC

The president has repeated the claim, most recently during a speech before the U.N. General Assembly.

Untangling rumor Meta labeled some Threads users as members of 'Antifa'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 19:00:26 UTC

A social media meme began after U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order declaring "Antifa" a "domestic terrorist organization."

Did Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert and Simon Cowell team up to launch 'Truth News' channel?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-26 19:51:53 UTC

According to the story, Cowell had stepped off the judging panel and into the media battlefield.

On this day: September 27

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September 27 : Meskel (Orthodox Tewahedo ) Flag of China 1422 – The Treaty of Melno was signed, establishing the Prussian–Lithuanian border, which afterwards remained unchanged for about 500 years. 1875 – The Ellen Southard was wrecked in a storm at Liverpool , England; the U.S. Congress subsequently awarded 27 Gold Lifesaving Medals to the men who rescued her crew. 1940 – World War II : Nazi Germany , Fascist Italy and the Empire of Japan signed the Tripartite Pact in Berlin, officially forming a military alliance known as the Axis . 1949 – Members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference unanimously selected Zeng Liansong 's design for the flag of China (pictured) . 2014 – Mount Ontake in central Japan unexpectedly erupted , killing 63 people in the nation's deadliest eruption in more than 100 years. Guillaume Rondelet (b. 1507) Ivan Goncharov (d. 1891) Gwyneth Paltrow (b. 1972) Madeleine Tchicaya (d. 2021) More anniversaries: September 26 September 27 September 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 27 Wikipedia featured article

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John Dobbin , Opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825 The Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR), the world's first public railway to use steam locomotives , first operated on 27 September 1825. It initially connected collieries near Shildon with Darlington and Stockton in County Durham , north-east England. The transport of coal proved profitable, and the line was soon extended to a new port at Middlesbrough . The opening of the S&DR was seen as proof of steam railway effectiveness. While coal was hauled by steam locomotives, horses drew passenger coaches along the rails until carriages hauled by locomotives were introduced in 1833. The S&DR suffered severe financial difficulties at the end of the 1840s but the discovery of iron ore in Cleveland led to an increase in revenue. At the beginning of the 1860s it took over railways that had crossed the Pennines , but was itself taken over by the North Eastern Railway , continuing to operate independently until 1876. Much of the original route is now served by the Tees Valley line . (Full article... ) Recently featured: SMS Rheinland Joan (collection) Burger's Daughter Archive By email More featured articles About

Which was discovered first, autism or Tylenol? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-27 13:01:53 UTC

The condition that became known as autism was described before the Tylenol brand was created. Autism's history dates back further than the drug's.

Melania Trump didn't plagiarize UN speech from author C.J. Cherryh

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-27 17:20:59 UTC

The author could not recall writing these words in her book "Downbelow Station."

12 rumors about autism that Snopes has investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-27 18:01:50 UTC

Here's a look into our efforts to dispel misinformation about the widely misunderstood condition.

Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels banned comedians for joking about Nazi Party

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-27 23:01:21 UTC

Online users reposted the newspaper article from Feb. 4, 1939, following ABC's initial September 2025 announcement of suspending "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

On this day: September 28

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 00:01:29 UTC

Wikimedia template September 28 Pope Pontian 235 – Pope Pontian (pictured) resigned after being exiled to Sardinia , becoming the first pope to relinquish the position. 1821 – The Declaration of Independence of the Mexican Empire from Spain was drafted in the National Palace in Mexico City. 1924 – A team of U.S. Army Air Service aviators landed in Seattle, Washington , to complete the first aerial circumnavigation of the world . 1958 – Fernando Rios, a Mexican tour guide in New Orleans , was killed in an instance of gay bashing . 2009 – A protest held by 50,000 people in Conakry , Guinea, was forcefully disrupted by the military junta, resulting in at least 157 deaths and over 1,200 injuries. Isis Pogson (b. 1852) Frank S. Scott (d. 1912) Kimiko Date (b. 1970) Shimon Peres (d. 2016) More anniversaries: September 27 September 28 September 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

September 28 Wikipedia featured article

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Carpenter performing "Feather" "Feather " is a song by American singer Sabrina Carpenter (pictured) from Emails I Can't Send Fwd: , the 2023 deluxe edition of her fifth studio album . A dance-pop , disco , and disco-pop song, "Feather" is a post-breakup track celebrating the freedom and relief one feels upon ending a relationship. Carpenter co-wrote it with Amy Allen and its producer, John Ryan . Its production was described as light and airy by music critics, who thought the song had impact on Carpenter's success the following year. "Feather" reached number 21 in the US, where it became her first song to reach the top 40, and was also Carpenter's first number 1 on the Pop Airplay chart. The music video, which depicts the deaths of several men who mistreat Carpenter and her dancing at their joint funeral in a church, caused controversy when the Catholic bishop of Brooklyn criticized the church scenes and suspended the priest who allowed them to be filmed. Carpenter performed the song on Saturday Night Live and on her tours. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Stockton and Darlington Railway SMS Rheinland Joan (collection) Archive By email More featured articles About

Simone Biles didn't respond to Charlie Kirk once calling her 'a disgrace'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 02:02:07 UTC

The slain conservative activist's comments, mostly from 2021, included Kirk asking of the U.S. Olympic gymnast, "Is she a pervert or something?"

Egypt's 'strongman' wrestler pulls ship using his teeth

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 12:17:09 UTC

An Egyptian wrestler is hoping he has set a world record after pulling a 700-ton (635,000kg) ship with his teeth. Egyptian wrestler Ashraf Mahrous, better known as Kabonga, pulls a 700-ton ship across the water with a rope held only by his teeth at the marina of the Red Sea resort of Hurghada, Egypt, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Don't fall for rumor Erika Kirk launched Christian dating app after husband's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 13:01:43 UTC

The rumor spread with an image supposedly showing a social media post by Charlie Kirk's widow. The post wasn't real.

20 rumors we've investigated about Chicago

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 18:01:31 UTC

Snopes has looked into a number of claims about the Windy City throughout the years, from rumors about crime to stories of alligators in its river.

Rumor has it Hells Angels saved 23 kids from flooded school bus. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-28 23:01:56 UTC

According to the story, floodwaters trapped 23 kindergarteners inside the bus and their "terrified teacher" screamed for help.

September 29 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 00:01:36 UTC

Casey Stengel (July 30, 1890 – September 29, 1975) was the manager of the championship New York Yankees teams of the 1950s and of the New York Mets of the early 1960s. An outfielder for the 1912 Brooklyn Dodgers , he played on their 1916 National League championship team, then for the Philadelphia Phillies , the New York Giants and the Boston Braves . In 1925, he began a career as a manager, with mostly poor finishes for the next 20 years. In 1948, after he won the PCL title with the Oakland Oaks , the Yankees hired him. In his twelve seasons, they won ten pennants and seven World Series, including a record-setting five in a row (1949–1953), but Stengel was fired after losing the 1960 World Series . The Mets were an expansion team when they hired him in late 1961. They finished last all four seasons with Stengel, and he retired in 1965. Remembered as one of the great characters in baseball history, and known for his humorous sayings, Stengel was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Feather" (song) Stockton and Darlington Railway SMS Rheinland Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 29

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 00:02:40 UTC

September 29 : Michaelmas (Western Christianity) Burhanuddin Harahap 1941 – The Holocaust : Nazi forces, aided by Ukrainian collaborators , began a massacre of Jews in a ravine in Kyiv, killing more than 30,000 civilians in two days and thousands more in the following months. 1955 – The first Indonesian legislative election resulted in an unexpectedly poor result for the Masyumi Party of incumbent prime minister Burhanuddin Harahap (pictured) . 1990 – The Lockheed YF-22 , the prototype for the F-22 Raptor , made its first flight. 2005 – John Roberts became the 17th Chief Justice of the United States ; he would be the first Chief Justice to serve for twenty years since Melville Fuller in 1908. Guadalupe Victoria (b. 1786) Bill Shankly (d. 1981) Nicholas Galitzine (b. 1994) Michael A. Monsoor (d. 2006) More anniversaries: September 28 September 29 September 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Posts wrongly identify Mexico as location of largest meteorite impact crater

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 02:01:45 UTC

The popular video isn't even of a meteor crater.

Has Norway created artificial ice pods for Arctic seals to replace their vanishing habitat?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 10:01:24 UTC

This claim did not receive a seal of approval.

Contextualizing claims Trump deployed National Guard on 29-day orders to avoid paying benefits

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 11:01:54 UTC

Deploying members on 29-day orders is reportedly a common practice in the guard.

Freddie Mercury didn't sing 'of the world' at the end of 'We Are the Champions'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 13:01:29 UTC

The 1977 power ballad rocked the world, but some claim its big finale differs from how they remember it.

Orca killed trainer named Jessica Radcliffe during performance?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 16:13:49 UTC

Though seemingly based on real events from 2010, claims circulating on social media were generated using AI.

Vance was wrong: Maryland father accidentally deported to El Salvador isn't 'convicted MS-13 gang member'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 16:18:48 UTC

A confidential police source claimed he was an MS-13 gang member — but other cited "evidence" consisted of wearing a hoodie and Chicago Bulls hat.

Don't trust doctored photo of Trump kissing model on boat

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 16:34:00 UTC

In 1991, Trump judged the "Look of the Year" modeling competition.

Why Do People Kiss at Midnight on New Year's?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 16:34:02 UTC

Some experts suggest the tradition has roots in ancient Rome.

Yes, AI-generated video of Trump kissing Musk's feet played on TV monitors in HUD headquarters

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 16:34:56 UTC

This incident occurred on Feb. 24, 2025. HUD spokesperson Kasey Lovett said "Appropriate action will be taken for all involved."

KitKat or Kit-Kat: The Chocolate Bar's Mandela Effect

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 19:56:32 UTC

What's in a name? Certainly not a hyphen, according to Nestlé, the owner of KitKat wafer chocolate treats.

What we know about Michigan church shooting suspect's political affiliation

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 20:57:12 UTC

Claims that the individual was a Trump supporter circulated as online sleuths dug through associated social media profiles.

Did country music legends refuse to perform Charlie Kirk tribute at 2026 Super Bowl?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 21:14:34 UTC

Facebook posts claimed Dolly Parton, Alan Jackson and George Strait were among the country music stars who refused to perform the tribute.

Pope Leo XIV issued warning from God about Trump and idolatry?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-29 22:32:02 UTC

According to one popular YouTube video, Pope Leo XIV told parishioners God said about Trump, “This man is not your Messiah. He is a mirror.”

September 30 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 00:00:38 UTC

Charles of Blois, the French commander The battle of Morlaix was fought in Brittany on 30 September 1342 between an Anglo-Breton army under William, Earl of Northampton , and a far larger Franco-Breton force led by Charles of Blois (pictured) . England and France , fighting the Hundred Years' War since 1337, had each sided with a faction in the Breton Civil War . The English had prepared a defensive position and when the first of three French divisions advanced it was shot to pieces by English archers using longbows . The second division, of men-at-arms , attacked but their charge was halted when they fell into a camouflaged ditch. Presented with a large, close-range target the English archers inflicted many casualties. The English then withdrew into a wood to their rear, which the French besieged, possibly for several days, before Northampton broke out with a night attack. This was the first major land battle of the Hundred Years' War and the tactics used foreshadowed those of both the French and the English for the rest of the 1340s. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Casey Stengel "Feather" (song) Stockton and Darlington Railway Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: September 30

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 00:02:00 UTC

September 30 : National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada; Martyrs' Day in China AH-64 Apache prototype 737 – Muslim conquest of Transoxiana : Türgesh tribesmen attacked and captured the exposed baggage train of the Umayyad army, sent ahead of the main force. 1882 – The Vulcan Street Plant in Appleton, Wisconsin , the first hydroelectric central station to serve a system of private and commercial customers in North America, went online. 1955 – American film actor James Dean suffered fatal injuries in a head-on car accident near Cholame, California . 1975 – The Boeing AH-64 Apache (example pictured) , the primary attack helicopter for a number of countries, made its first flight. 2005 – The Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten published controversial editorial cartoons depicting Muhammad , sparking protests across the Islamic world by many who viewed them as Islamophobic and blasphemous . Honorius of Canterbury (d. 653) Marion Cotillard (b. 1975) Levi Miller (b. 2002) Sonia Orbuch (d. 2018) More anniversaries: September 29 September 30 October 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

FBI agents weren't 'undercover' inciting violence during Jan. 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 01:32:05 UTC

Conservative media outlets suggested undercover federal agents incited the insurrection. U.S. President Donald Trump amplified that claim.

Erika Kirk isn't in the Epstein files as a 'recruiter'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 10:01:57 UTC

There is also no proof that she had her husband, Charlie Kirk, killed.

Examining claim Trump accepted $2B bribe to sell highly sensitive AI chips to UAE, China

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 11:01:58 UTC

The claim was based on a New York Times article about two deals made within two weeks.

Octopus helped diver in Portugal by handing him tools?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 13:01:18 UTC

According to the rumor, an octopus was "spotted off the coast of Portugal, hovering near a diver as he worked on underwater repairs."

'I lent my neighbour £1,000 and they won't give it back'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:12:09 UTC

Every week, the Money team answers a reader's financial dilemma or consumer problem - you can WhatsApp us here or email moneyblog@sky.uk. Today's is… Pic: iStock

Photo of Carrie Underwood in Ku Klux Klan Outfit Is Fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:25:46 UTC

Online users shared the fake image after learning the country music star would sing at U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's January 2025 inauguration.

Willie 'Whoop A**' Johnson? No evidence for name, identity of Black man grabbing Klansman in photo

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:25:46 UTC

Some social media posts claimed the man’s name was “Tyrone ‘F*** The Klan’ Johnson.”

Don't fall for video allegedly showing scene of 2 hooded KKK members killed in Atlanta 'hood' park

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:25:49 UTC

The video showed superimposed mug shots of white men on top of several clips depicting a police presence at an outdoor gathering of Black people.

TikTok user posted manipulated Tesla logo that resembled KKK hood

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:25:51 UTC

Users shared the image as Tesla CEO Elon Musk was in the news for his work with President Donald Trump.

KKK Flyers Saying 'Leave Now, Avoid Deportation' Circulating in Indiana Towns?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 15:29:21 UTC

A Kentucky-based hate group responsible for several past provocations took credit for the incident.

Unpacking claim antifa firebombed Ice Cube's tour bus, mistaking it for ICE

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 16:11:25 UTC

The hip-hop star made a tour stop in Portland on Sept. 22, 2025.

Inspecting rumor claiming pregnant woman overdosed on Tylenol trying to 'prove Trump wrong'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 16:23:36 UTC

No antidote for an anecdote.

Pope Leo XIV didn't say Trump 'chose the road of darkness, bitterness and lies'

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 18:14:09 UTC

"His words mislead, his attacks divide, and his greed for power is tearing this nation apart," Pope Leo XIV allegedly said of Trump.

Digging into rumor Whoopi Goldberg lashed out at Erika Kirk

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 18:59:51 UTC

Users liked, commented on and shared numerous posts about this fictional story, including many posts leading to ad-filled, AI-generated articles.

Trump posted AI-generated video about 'med beds.' Here's what to know about fictional health care

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 19:40:02 UTC

A since-deleted post shared to Trump's Truth Social account promised a fake cure-all medical device for all citizens.

Unraveling Eric Swalwell's claim 5 mass shootings happened over 24 hours in late September 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 20:17:24 UTC

The lawmaker was almost correct: Five mass shootings occurred in a 25.5-hour period in the U.S. the weekend of Sept. 27-28.

Trump has been disqualified from receiving Nobel Prize? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 20:25:51 UTC

An image supposedly showing a press release by The Associated Press spread the rumor.

Breaking down report man killed in Venezuelan 'drug boat' strikes was actually fisherman with 4 children

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 21:47:15 UTC

Neither U.S. nor Venezuelan officials have confirmed the identities of 17 people killed in three U.S. strikes on alleged drug trafficking vessels.

Charlie Kirk once changed transgender man's tire after Phoenix rally?

LadyJ1 — 2025-09-30 22:36:39 UTC

According to the story, Kirk once helped a transgender man who hours earlier had harshly criticized the conservative activist at one of his events.

October 1 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 00:01:32 UTC

One of T4' s sister ships, T3 T4 was a seagoing torpedo boat operated by the Royal Yugoslav Navy between 1921 and 1932. Originally built in 1914 for the Austro-Hungarian Navy as a 250t-class torpedo boat , she saw active service during World War I , performing convoy , patrol, escort and minesweeping tasks, anti-submarine operations and shore bombardment missions. Following Austria-Hungary 's defeat in 1918, she was allocated to the Navy of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes , which later became the Royal Yugoslav Navy, and was renamed T4 . During the interwar period , T4 and the rest of the navy were involved in training exercises and cruises to friendly ports. In 1932, she ran aground on the island of Drvenik Mali off the central Dalmatian coast and the hull broke in half. The bow remained on the island, and the stern was towed to the Tivat Arsenal in the Bay of Kotor . (This article is part of a featured topic : Ships of the Royal Yugoslav Navy .) Recently featured: Battle of Morlaix Casey Stengel "Feather" (song) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 1

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 00:03:28 UTC

October 1 : National Day in China (1949 ); Unification Day in Cameroon (1961 ); Independence Day in Tuvalu (1978 ); Defenders Day in Ukraine (2015 ) St Pancras railway station 1800 – With the signing of the Third Treaty of San Ildefonso , Spain returned the colonial territory of Louisiana to France in return for territories in the Italian region of Tuscany . 1868 – St Pancras railway station (pictured) in London, now the terminus of the Channel Tunnel Rail Link , opened to the public. 1965 – Seven Indonesian Army officers—including six generals—and a police inspector were murdered at dawn by a rebellious force in Jakarta; the Army then blamed the Communist Party , leading to a mass anti-communist purge that killed up to one million people. 1975 – In boxing, Muhammad Ali defeated Joe Frazier in a match known as the "Thrilla in Manila ". 2018 – The International Court of Justice ruled that Chile was under no obligation to restore Bolivia's access to the Pacific Ocean , which it had lost in the 19th century. Pope Boniface IX (d. 1404) Stanley Holloway (b. 1890) Faik Ali Ozansoy (d. 1950) Lucy Li (b. 2002) More anniversaries: September 30 October 1 October 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Claim that Andy Reid refused to attend 2026 Super Bowl over Charlie Kirk tribute raises red flags

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 01:31:55 UTC

The Kansas City Chiefs coach allegedly said he would "not accept an event that tarnishes true patriotism."

Fans of the mysterious Mothman bring its West Virginia hometown new life

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 09:04:34 UTC

It started in the 1960s, when two couples told a harrowing story about being chased by a large flying creature on a rural road. It grew from there — and now 20,000 people come to celebrate Mothman.

Watch out for claim Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert and Simon Cowell launched 'Truth News' channel

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 10:01:50 UTC

The rumor circulated shortly after ABC briefly suspended Kimmel's show over remarks the comedian made about the political aftermath of the Sept. 10 assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Contextualizing claim Pope Leo XIV is replacing Cardinal Dolan, who compared Charlie Kirk to saint

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 11:01:52 UTC

Here's what's true — and what's false — about rumors that Leo is replacing New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan, who called Kirk a "modern-day St. Paul."

GOP lawmakers introduced bill to put Charlie Kirk on U.S. currency. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 13:01:51 UTC

The legislation would direct the Treasury Department to mint no more than 400,000 limited edition silver dollar commemorative coins.

Did Ted Cruz say, 'Let's stop attacking pedophiles'? Yes, but it's reportedly a gaffe

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 19:06:39 UTC

The Texas senator delivered the flubbed remark, which news media outlets referenced as a gaffe, during a committee hearing in September 2025.

Contrary to Rumor, Pete Hegseth Does Not Have Nazi Tattoos

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 21:54:35 UTC

Pictures of Hegseth's alleged tats circulated online after Trump announced his appointment.

Investigating claims HUD website's 'radical left' pop-ups violated Hatch Act

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 22:09:58 UTC

A message on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development website blamed the October 2025 federal government shutdown on "The Radical Left."

New York DMV didn't issue 'no name given' commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 23:10:32 UTC

A "no name given" mention on a commercial driver's license is an indication that its holder only has one name, not that the person is undocumented.

'Trump 2028' hats seen on Oval Office desk during meeting with lawmakers

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-01 23:34:21 UTC

House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries told CNN the hats "randomly appeared" during the meeting.

October 2 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 00:02:13 UTC

Ko Ping-chung, the tournament winner The 2019 WPA World Ten-ball Championship was a professional pool tournament for the discipline of ten-ball organised by the World Pool-Billiard Association (WPA) and CueSports International . It was the fifth WPA World Ten-ball Championship ; the previous championship was held in 2015. After plans for an event in both 2016 and 2018 to be held in Manila fell through, a 2019 event at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas as part of a three-year deal for the event to be played in the United States was agreed. The event was held concurrently with the Billiard Congress of America 's National Ten-ball event from July 22 to 26. The event was sponsored by cue manufacturer Predator Group. The competition featured 64 participants, selected according to world and continental pool rankings as well as qualifying events. Ko Ping-chung (pictured) , representing Taiwan, won the event, defeating German player Joshua Filler 10–7 in the final. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Yugoslav torpedo boat T4 Battle of Morlaix Casey Stengel Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 2

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 00:05:13 UTC

October 2 : International Day of Non-Violence ; Gandhi Jayanti in India; Yom Kippur (Judaism , 2025) HMS Curacoa 1470 – With King Edward IV of England forced to flee to the Burgundian Netherlands after a rebellion organised by Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick , Henry VI was restored to the throne of England. 1835 – Mexican dragoons dispatched to disarm settlers at Gonzales in Mexican Texas encountered stiff resistance from a Texian militia at the Battle of Gonzales , the first armed engagement of the Texas Revolution . 1942 – Second World War : HMS Curacoa (pictured) was accidentally rammed and sunk by RMS Queen Mary while escorting the liner to provide protection from submarine attacks. 1990 – A hijacked airliner collided with two other planes while attempting to land at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in China, killing 128 and injuring 71. 2018 – The Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi was assassinated in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey. Sarah Biffin (d. 1850) Maria Ressa (b. 1963) K. Kamaraj (b. 1975) Marissa Haque (d. 2024) More anniversaries: October 1 October 2 October 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Posts claim military leaders didn't clap for Hegseth, Trump. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 01:31:35 UTC

Social media posts claimed that an assembly of military leaders did not applaud the defense secretary and president during speeches in late September.

Unpacking claim Trump said 'Hitler did some good things'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 10:01:38 UTC

Trump's former chief of staff shared the alleged quote with a CNN correspondent. His spokespersons have repeatedly denied its authenticity.

Real Hegseth quote about 'fat generals and admirals' spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 11:01:15 UTC

The defense secretary called a gathering of top military officials at the Quantico base in Virginia.

Is Erika Kirk pregnant with her 3rd child? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 13:08:13 UTC

The unfounded claim stemmed from Facebook posts that were seemingly created to generate ad revenue for external websites.

How to tell if you're buying a home next to the neighbour from hell

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 13:36:50 UTC

You've planned out your finances for the next 25 years, lost weekend after weekend to viewings and finally found your dream home. Money

A Fox livestream news report labeled Kyiv a Russian city. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 17:03:41 UTC

LiveNOW from Fox, a livestream service that is part of the Fox Corporation, apologized for the mistake in a statement posted on X.

Checking Trump admin claim native-born workers accounted for all job gains in first half of 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 17:13:33 UTC

The Department of Labor's graphic used non-seasonally adjusted data.

How we debunked Fed Chair Jerome Powell's bogus resignation letter

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 17:21:18 UTC

Amid an escalating campaign by the Trump administration against Federal Reserve Chair Powell, an AI-generated letter made its rounds online.

Why 100K US federal workers resigned this week

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 17:26:33 UTC

The departures were planned months ago as part of the Trump administration's effort to reduce the federal workforce.

65-Foot 'Kodiak Sharks' Have Been Discovered in Lake Michigan?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 19:08:40 UTC

According to rumors, the enormous creatures have attacked multiple people in the last "few weeks."

Posts warning of business cards drugged with burundanga don't pass the smell test

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 22:22:15 UTC

A warning spread through social media posts incorrectly describes how burundanga, a drug often used maliciously in Columbia, works.

Trump once said, 'A government shutdown falls on president's lack of leadership' and spoke about 'weak' presidents?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-02 22:58:34 UTC

An alleged 2013 quote from the then-businessman and reality TV host made the rounds online during the October 2025 U.S. government shutdown.

On this day: October 3

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 00:02:18 UTC

October 3 Siegfried & Roy with a white lion 1792 – Spanish forces departed Valdivia to suppress the indigenous Huilliche uprising in southern Chile. 1953 – Vancouver's Holy Rosary Cathedral was dedicated by Archbishop William Mark Duke , fifty-three years after it first opened. 1963 – Oswaldo López Arellano replaced Honduran president Ramón Villeda Morales in a violent coup , initiating two decades of military rule. 1992 – Sinéad O'Connor tore up a photograph of Pope John Paul II on live television. 2003 – Roy Horn of the American entertainment duo Siegfried & Roy (both pictured) was mauled by a tiger during a performance at the Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip . Elias I of Antioch (d. 723) Gabriel Lalemant (b. 1610) Caroline Brady (b. 1905) Carl Nielsen (d. 1931) More anniversaries: October 2 October 3 October 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 3 Wikipedia featured article

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In the Spaghetti House siege , an attempted robbery of the Spaghetti House restaurant in September 1975 in Knightsbridge , London, three men barricaded themselves and the staff in a storeroom. The ringleader was Franklin Davies, a 28-year-old Nigerian student who had previously served time in prison for armed robbery . The hostages were released unharmed after six days. Two of the gunmen gave themselves up, and Davies shot himself in the stomach. All three were later imprisoned, as was one of their accomplices. The police used fibre optic camera technology for live surveillance , and monitored the actions and conversations of the gunmen. The feed was watched by a forensic psychologist who advised police on the state of the men's minds, and how to best manage the ongoing negotiations. The siege was concluded on 3 October 1975. The 1976 play A Hole in Babylon and the 1982 Italian comedy film Spaghetti House were loosely based on the events of the siege. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2019 WPA World Ten-ball Championship Yugoslav torpedo boat T4 Battle of Morlaix Archive By email More featured articles About

Stevie Nicks organized rock tour in Charlie Kirk's memory?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 01:32:07 UTC

Online users discussed a number of rumors involving singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks purportedly paying tribute to the slain conservative activist.

Long-lost Spanish treasure worth $1m discovered off Florida coast

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 04:01:48 UTC

Long-lost Spanish treasure worth an estimated $1m (£740,000) has been discovered off the coast of Florida. Pic: AP

Migrants in UK are eating swans and carp? What we know about Trump-style claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 10:01:15 UTC

British politician Nigel Farage aired the claim that echoed a rumor the U.S. president shared about migrants in America eating cats and dogs.

Taylor Swift and Willie Nelson never, ever, ever performed together

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 11:01:51 UTC

Fans of both music icons should know all too well that the collaboration was fabricated.

Inspecting claim Trump admin released private info on NJ governor candidate Mikie Sherrill

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 13:01:21 UTC

According to CBS News, information that included Sherrill's social security number, home addresses and life insurance wasn't properly redacted.

Did Rory McIlroy say he will 'never' participate in US tournaments again after Ryder Cup fan abuse?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 16:10:11 UTC

McIlroy clashed with spectators at the tournament final in New York, but a video seeming to show him swearing off U.S. tournaments was inauthentic.

Real Poster for 'Gone in 60 Seconds' Sequel Starring Nic Cage?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 17:22:31 UTC

A social media post claimed a sequel to the original 2000 film would hit theaters in May 2025.

What to know about claims Trump sought to move original Declaration of Independence to Oval Office

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 17:23:30 UTC

The original copy of the historic document is on permanent display at the National Archives.

Democrats didn't shut down government to fund health care for 'illegal aliens.' Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 18:36:46 UTC

Immigrants in the country illegally are not eligible for federal health care insurance plans. The Democrats' proposal does not change that.

Government shutdown: What's open, what's closed and who's affected

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 19:23:02 UTC

What happens to Social Security and Medicare? Will post offices, airports and DMVs stay open? We answer top questions.

Examining Hegseth's statement US army doesn't 'fight with stupid rules of engagement'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 20:18:53 UTC

Many online interpreted his remarks as calling on the U.S. to abandon the Geneva Conventions.

Did Rory McIlroy donate Ryder Cup bonus to homeless charity in Northern Ireland?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 20:54:06 UTC

Rory McIlroy is just the latest sports star to be the subject of AI-generated stories about donating housing or funds to homeless people.

Did Maxwell House coffee change its name to Maxwell Apartment?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 20:56:11 UTC

Kraft Heinz, Maxwell House's parent company, said "Maxwell Apartment" would be cheaper, helping renters save money on "café runs."

Does a video show general telling troops Trump's Portland deployment is distraction from Epstein files?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 22:10:42 UTC

The video depicted the purported U.S. general as saying, "The real battlefield isn't Portland. It's that list. Release the files!"

Investigating claim federal agents used helicopters in Chicago raid on alleged Tren de Aragua members

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 22:22:34 UTC

The agencies provided no evidence to support the allegation that members of the Venezuelan gang lived in the building.

White House ballroom construction will continue amid government shutdown

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 22:29:49 UTC

The massive expansion of the White House events space is funded by the president himself along with private donors, according to officials.

Trump adviser Corey Lewandowski said ICE will be at Super Bowl for Bad Bunny halftime show

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-03 22:51:57 UTC

The Puerto Rican singer will be performing at the Super Bowl halftime show in 2026.

On this day: October 4

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 00:01:04 UTC

October 4 : Cinnamon Roll Day in Sweden and Finland Engraving of the Siege of Smolensk 1448 – Skanderbeg and Gjergj Arianiti signed a peace treaty to end the Albanian–Venetian War . 1633 – Smolensk War : Forces from the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth broke the Russian siege of Smolensk (depicted) . 1862 – American Civil War : After a naval battle in Galveston Harbor, Texas, Confederate commanders negotiated the surrender of the city to Union forces. 1925 – Great Syrian Revolt : Rebels led by Fawzi al-Qawuqji captured the city of Hama from the French Mandate of Syria . 1927 – Gutzon Borglum and approximately 400 workers began sculpting Mount Rushmore . George Formby Sr (b. 1875) Mary Two-Axe Earley (b. 1911) Jack Warhop (d. 1960) Pyotr Masherov (d. 1980) More anniversaries: October 3 October 4 October 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 4 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 00:03:48 UTC

Ocellaris clownfish Clownfishes are saltwater fishes found in the warm and tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific . They mainly inhabit coral reefs and have a distinctive colouration typically consisting of white vertical bars on a red, orange, yellow, brown or black background. Clownfishes developed a symbiotic and mutually beneficial relationship with sea anemones , which they rely on for shelter and protection, while they in turn, clean, fan and protect them. Clownfishes live in groups consisting of a breeding female and male, along with some non-breeding individuals. The female ranks at the top of the hierarchy, followed by the breeding male. The recognisable colour patterns and social nature of clownfishes have contributed to their popularity, having appeared in the film Finding Nemo . They are highly sought after in the aquarium trade and are often taken from the wild, which has led to their decline. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Spaghetti House siege 2019 WPA World Ten-ball Championship Yugoslav torpedo boat T4 Archive By email More featured articles About

Cheap Reese's 'mystery box' candy promo spreading on Facebook is scam

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 01:31:44 UTC

The Hershey Co. told Snopes no such promotion exists.

Unpacking claim 1998 movie 'Snake Eyes' starring Nicolas Cage predicted Charlie Kirk's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 13:01:33 UTC

The film featured a character named Charles Kirkland who was shot in the neck, but that's basically where the similarities ended.

12 rumors we've investigated about Pope Leo XIV

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 18:01:35 UTC

The claims range from false quotes to fake images to a rumor about him supposedly playing the jazz trombone under the name "Bobby Prev."

ADL dropped extremist label for Turning Point USA after Charlie Kirk's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-04 23:01:55 UTC

Shortly after we asked the ADL why it still categorized its page on TPUSA under "extremism," the page disappeared.

October 5 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 00:03:18 UTC

Otto Hahn (1879–1968) was a German chemist who was a pioneer in the field of radiochemistry . He is referred to as the father of nuclear chemistry . Working with Lise Meitner at the Kaiser Wilhelm Institute for Chemistry in the building that now bears their names, they discovered isotopes of the radioactive elements radium , thorium , protactinium and uranium . He also discovered the phenomena of atomic recoil and nuclear isomerism , and pioneered rubidium–strontium dating . In 1938, Hahn, Meitner, Otto Robert Frisch and Fritz Strassmann discovered nuclear fission , for which Hahn alone was awarded the 1944 Nobel Prize in Chemistry . He worked on the German nuclear program during World War II and at the end of the war he was arrested by the Allied forces and detained in Farm Hall . After the war, he became the founding president of the Max Planck Society and one of the most influential and respected citizens of post-war West Germany . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Clownfish Spaghetti House siege 2019 WPA World Ten-ball Championship Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 5

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 00:04:19 UTC

October 5 : World Teachers' Day Samuel Griffith 1838 – A band of Cherokee people attacked settlers near Larissa, Texas , killing or abducting 18 people. 1903 – Samuel Griffith (pictured) became the first Chief Justice of Australia , while Edmund Barton and Richard O'Connor became the first Puisne Justices of the High Court of Australia . 1962 – Dr. No , the first James Bond film , was released. 2000 – Colour revolutions : During protests over irregularities in the Yugoslavian general election , a wheel-loader was driven into the Radio Television of Serbia building, giving the protests the nickname "Bulldozer Revolution ". 2014 – Formula One racing driver Jules Bianchi sustained fatal head injuries in a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix , dying the following year. Jacques Offenbach (d. 1880) Eduardo Duhalde (b. 1941) Kate Winslet (b. 1975) Pin Malakul (d. 1995) More anniversaries: October 4 October 5 October 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Scientists taught spinach plants to send emails? Not exactly

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 02:01:26 UTC

Don't worry — the leafy greens won't be spamming inboxes any time soon.

Do photos show 'scrappy stray' Chihuahua that joined wolf pack in Minnesota?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 13:01:20 UTC

We found the rumor was all bark, no bite.

5 rumors we've examined about Tylenol's alleged link to autism

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 18:02:12 UTC

After the president urged pregnant women to avoid Tylenol, rumors about its effects spread rapidly online — all with varying degrees of truth.

What to know about meaning of Hegseth's tattoos

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-05 23:00:31 UTC

Rumors about Hegseth's tattoos have consistently circulated online since Donald Trump nominated him as defense secretary.

October 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 00:02:18 UTC

70 Pine Street is a 67-story, 952-foot (290 m) residential skyscraper in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan , New York City, United States. Designed by the architectural firm of Clinton & Russell, Holton & George in the Art Deco style , 70 Pine Street was constructed between 1930 and 1932 as an office building. The structure was originally named for the energy conglomerate Cities Service Company , its first tenant. Upon its completion, it was Lower Manhattan's tallest building and the world's third-tallest building . It features a brick, limestone, and gneiss façade with numerous setbacks and an extensive program of ornamentation. Despite having been built during the Great Depression , the building was profitable enough to break even by 1936, and ninety percent of its space was occupied five years later. The building and its first-floor interior were designated as official New York City landmarks in June 2011, and the structure was converted to residential use in 2016. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Otto Hahn Clownfish Spaghetti House siege Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 00:04:18 UTC

October 6 : German-American Day in the United States, Mid-Autumn Festival (2025) in China, Taiwan, and Korea An artist's impression of 51 Pegasi b (center) and its star (right) 1762 – Seven Years' War : The Battle of Manila concluded with a British victory over Spain, leading to a twenty-month occupation . 1777 – American Revolutionary War : Fort Clinton and Fort Montgomery were captured by British forces under Sir Henry Clinton , dismantling the Hudson River Chains . 1985 – Police constable Keith Blakelock was killed during rioting in the Broadwater Farm housing estate in Tottenham , London. 1995 – Astronomers Michel Mayor and Didier Queloz reported the discovery of a planet orbiting 51 Pegasi (depicted) as the first known exoplanet around a main-sequence star . 2000 – Denouncing corruption in Argentine president Fernando de la Rúa 's administration and the Senate , Vice President Carlos Álvarez resigned. Sarah Crosby (b. 1729) Wang Huning (b. 1955) Hattie Jacques (d. 1980) Johan Neeskens (d. 2024) More anniversaries: October 5 October 6 October 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Was a stray dog the first to cross Romania-Hungary border after Schengen expansion?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 02:01:08 UTC

A video showed police officers clapping in honor of the border-crossing dog's Schenanigans.

'That's not human': Spooky 911 call really happened in North Carolina

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 10:01:24 UTC

The Pender County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina confirmed the authenticity of the call. There was no video footage of the incident.

Does unplugging appliances when not in use prevent unnecessary electricity usage?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 11:01:36 UTC

The U.S. Department of Energy says the practice could save people from "energy vampires."

15 Jimmy Kimmel rumors we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 13:02:18 UTC

Snopes has investigated a wide range of rumors involving the longtime host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

Social Security payments weren't renamed 'Federal Benefit Payments'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 16:26:42 UTC

Claims about this purported name change have circulated online for several years.

Watch out for videos claiming General Randy George spoke out against Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 17:02:55 UTC

According to two fabricated TV news reports, the Army chief of staff called Trump "an immediate and dangerous threat to America's national security."

Did Coca-Cola pull Super Bowl sponsorship over Bad Bunny halftime show?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 20:24:13 UTC

Coca-cola hasn't even advertised in the event since 2020.

Trump didn't say Bad Bunny is from the 'Mexican city of Puerto Rico'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 20:32:02 UTC

Online users' videos showed their reactions to alleged audio of President Trump saying, "This is a person from the Mexican city of Puerto Rico, ok?"

Willie Nelson memorialized Charlie Kirk in song titled 'Let's Make Heaven Crowded'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-06 23:56:59 UTC

According to online users discussing this matter, "Nelson's heartfelt tribute is already being hailed as one of his most moving works in decades."

October 7 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 00:02:01 UTC

Licancabur is a prominent, 5,916-metre-high (19,409 ft) stratovolcano on the Bolivia–Chile border in the Central Volcanic Zone of the Andes . It is capped by a 400–500-metre (1,300–1,600 ft) wide summit crater which contains Licancabur Lake , a crater lake that is among the highest lakes in the world. There are no glaciers owing to the arid climate . Numerous plant and animal species live on the mountain. The volcanoes Sairecabur and Juriques are north and east of Licancabur, respectively. Licancabur formed on top of ignimbrites produced by other volcanoes and was active during the Holocene . Although no historical eruptions of the volcano are known, lava flows extending into Laguna Verde have been dated to 13,240 ± 100 before present and there may be residual heat in the mountain. The volcano has primarily erupted andesite , with small amounts of dacite and basaltic andesite . Several archaeological sites have been found on the mountain, possibly constructed by the Inca or Atacama people . (Full article... ) Recently featured: 70 Pine Street Otto Hahn Clownfish Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 7

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 00:04:03 UTC

October 7 : First day of Sukkot (Judaism , 2025) Landslide in Mameyes, Puerto Rico 1513 – War of the League of Cambrai : A Venetian army under Bartolomeo d'Alviano was decisively defeated by the Spanish army commanded by Ramón de Cardona and Fernando d'Ávalos . 1780 – American Revolutionary War : Patriots and Loyalist militias engaged each other at the Battle of Kings Mountain in South Carolina . 1868 – Ōdate, the last castle of the Satake clan in Japan's Tōhoku region , was captured during the Boshin War . 1985 – During severe floods in Puerto Rico, about 130 people died as a result of the deadliest single landslide (pictured) on record in North America. 2023 – The military wing of the Palestinian nationalist Islamist political organization Hamas massacred people attending an open-air music festival in the Eshkol Regional Council , Israel. Stanisław Żółkiewski (d. 1620) Niels Bohr (b. 1885) Tang Wei (b. 1979) Miki Matsubara (d. 2004) More anniversaries: October 6 October 7 October 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Obama say '80% of the world's problems involve old men hanging on'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 01:31:19 UTC

Social media users are sharing a video of the former U.S. president supposedly making the statement at an event in London.

15 claims we've examined about Dolly Parton

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 10:02:12 UTC

The beloved country music star has been at the center of many rumors, true and false.

Did Angela Lansbury move to Ireland to protect daughter from Charles Manson? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 11:01:14 UTC

Manson reportedly hung around Deidre Shaw, daughter of the "Murder She Wrote" star, in the 1960s.

'My dead mum's house is being sold for more than its valuation - do I have to pay capital gains on the extra cash?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 12:32:08 UTC

Every week, we get an expert to answer your financial problems or consumer disputes. Today's question is… Houses for sale. File pic: Shutterstock

Inspecting claim Trump used AI to test loyalty of generals

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 13:15:38 UTC

The rumor spread after Trump met with top U.S. military leaders in Quantico, Virginia, in late September 2025.

Fake Fox News chyron displayed Trump saying trolling him online was 'imperial treason'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 15:44:02 UTC

The president never said, "It’s high imperial treason to troll me on Facebook and Twitter."

Don't buy into rumor Claire's store closed because of 'radical left agitators'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 17:38:16 UTC

The claim appeared to originate with attempted newsjacking by a social media influencer.

Steven Tyler invited elderly woman onstage to sing in August 2025?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 20:14:54 UTC

The story read: "It was a deeply moving moment — a connection between past and present — proving that music knows no age boundaries."

Did Steven Tyler blast 'woke agenda,' refuse to wear rainbow patch supporting LGBTQ+ community?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 20:16:51 UTC

According to the rumor, the Aerosmith lead vocalist "shocked the music world" with his decision ahead of a primetime appearance.

Is Tiger Woods suing Pete Hegseth for $50M?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 20:19:46 UTC

The first, and perhaps most obvious, hint that the story was fabricated was that Hegseth no longer works for Fox News.

Clarifying claims that cheating 'after signing marriage papers' will be illegal in 2026

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:42 UTC

Some U.S. states do have laws criminalizing adultery, but lawyers generally advise against attempting to bring charges.

What to know about rumors cheating 'after signing marriage papers' will be illegal in 2026

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:43 UTC

The claim started circulating among South African creators and quickly spread across social media platforms.

What to know about lawsuit over 2024 general election results in Rockland County, NY

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:45 UTC

One online user claimed the county was at "the center of a massive election integrity case."

Watch out for rumor 'Superman' director James Gunn filed lawsuit against Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:47 UTC

A widely circulated rumor claimed Gunn had filed a $1 billion copyright infringement lawsuit.

A deep dive into the Rockland County, NY, election results lawsuit

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:47 UTC

A lawsuit challenging the results of the 2024 general election in Rockland County, New York, fueled speculation about election integrity.

Is owner of Trump Burger being deported? Biting into claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:22:47 UTC

Conflicting reports cast doubt on whether Roland Beainy, the owner/operator of Trump Burger Kemah, was actually a U.S. citizen.

No, Melania Trump did not win lawsuit against 'The View' for $900M

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:34 UTC

Videos claimed the first lady sued over comments co-host Sunny Hostin made regarding the Trumps' marriage.

Melania Trump didn't sue 'The View' for $900M over host Sunny Hostin's comments

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:35 UTC

The alleged lawsuit was reportedly based on comments co-host Sunny Hostin made about Trump's marriage to President Donald Trump.

No evidence Carrie Underwood sued 'The View' for $800M

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:36 UTC

A viral YouTube video claimed Underwood sued The View over comments co-host Joy Behar made in January 2025.

Ms. Rachel rumor claims she sued comedian Druski over parody video. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:37 UTC

Rachel Accurso, known to children worldwide simply as Ms. Rachel, is a YouTube star who creates educational videos to help them build language.

Yes, the Lopez v. Apple lawsuit over Siri allegedly snooping on users is real. Here's how to cash in

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:38 UTC

Apple device users with Siri installed must submit a claim by July 2, 2025, in order to be eligible to receive a small cash sum.

Karoline Leavitt did not sue 'The View' for $800M

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:23:38 UTC

The hosts and network of "The View" were allegedly in "panic mode."

No, Pringles Is Not Getting Sued Because Its Can Discriminates Against 'Fuller Arms'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:24:27 UTC

The rumor spread across social media but originated with a Facebook page that describes itself as satirical.

Jane Goodall said she'd like to put Trump, others 'on one of Musk's spaceships'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 21:31:24 UTC

The quote went viral following Netflix's release of "Famous Last Words" in the wake of Goodall's death in early October.

Stephen Miller's cousin Alisa Kasmer said he has 'become the face of evil'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 22:58:27 UTC

We verified Kasmer shared a post about Miller in July 2025, and confirmed their familial relationship using an obituary and public records.

South Carolina judge's home burned down after anti-Trump ruling. Police investigating cause

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 23:24:00 UTC

The fire, which destroyed a home owned by state Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein, injured three people.

Did Israeli authorities mistreat Greta Thunberg after flotilla arrest? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 23:43:34 UTC

Israeli authorities arrested Thunberg and more than 400 other activists who were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla in early October 2025.

The Facts Behind Accusations That Lindt Chocolate Contains Dangerous Heavy Metals

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 23:50:27 UTC

For years, rumors have circulated that some Lindt dark chocolate bars contain unsafe levels of lead and cadmium.

Justice Department Suing Virginia for Removing Noncitizens from Voter Rolls?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 23:51:26 UTC

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed an executive order requesting the state to audit its voter rolls.

Woman Allegedly Sued Parents for Giving Her 'Ugly Genes.' It's Not True

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-07 23:51:28 UTC

The alleged woman is quoted in the claim as saying "it is simply cruel" for her parents to have had children.

October 8 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 00:01:47 UTC

Terraria is an action-adventure video game developed by Re-Logic and published by 505 Games . A sandbox game , it has no set goals. After creating the player character and choosing the game's difficulty , the player is placed in a two-dimensional , procedurally generated world where they explore, fight enemies, gather resources, and craft equipment. Players beat bosses , a tougher variety of enemies, to gain access to more items , resources, and equipment. By completing select goals, players receive access to non-player characters who sell items and offer services, such as healing and fishing quests. Terraria can be played alone or with others . Initially released in May 2011 on the Steam digital store, Terraria has received continuous content updates that have considerably changed it from its first version. Terraria has since seen the addition of new items, NPCs, enemies, and world difficulties, as well as quality-of-life improvements and crossovers with different games. Terraria has received generally favorable reviews from critics. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Licancabur 70 Pine Street Otto Hahn Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 8

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 00:04:48 UTC

October 8 Wreckage from the Harrow and Wealdstone train crash 1862 – The Battle of Perryville , one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War , was fought west of Perryville, Kentucky . 1952 – Three trains collided (aftermath pictured) at Harrow & Wealdstone station in London, killing 112 people and injuring 340 others. 1969 – Demonstrations organized by the Weather Underground known as the Days of Rage began in Chicago, aimed at ending U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War . 1990 – The Croatian Army and Croatian Defence Council launched Operation Southern Move , their last offensive in the Bosnian War . 2019 – Anti-government protests calling for free and fair elections began in Baku , Azerbaijan. Augustus Buchel (b. 1813) Rano Karno (b. 1960) Charlotte Lamb (d. 2000) Whitey Ford (d. 2020) More anniversaries: October 7 October 8 October 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Posts claim Trump said he 'talked to the president of Puerto Rico.' Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 01:32:02 UTC

An image supposedly showed a Fox News chyron with the quote attributed to the president criticizing Bad Bunny.

Unpacking claim Maine resident found hundreds of ballots in Amazon package

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 10:02:07 UTC

Photos purportedly showing the alleged Amazon package included stacks of ballots next to regular items such as paper plates and a bag of rice.

Ousted Navy Chief of Staff Jon Harrison wasn't arrested for treason

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 11:01:29 UTC

Soon after Defense Secretary Pete Hesgeth fired Harrison, this fictional story about the former top Navy official circulated online.

'Difficult women' quote wrongly attributed to Jane Goodall

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 13:02:01 UTC

We traced the quote back to Karen Karbo, author of "In Praise of Difficult Women," whom National Geographic interviewed in 2018.

Did Gavin Newsom win 2025 Nobel Peace Prize?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 16:44:43 UTC

The rumor spread days before the Norwegian Nobel Committee was set to announce the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize on Oct. 10.

What to know about national park layoffs and potential closures

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 17:05:02 UTC

The U.S. Department of the Interior said no parks are expected to close in the summer, but park rangers warned of reduced hours and services.

The Facts Behind Accusations Tesla 'Replaced' Laid-Off Staff with H-1B Visa Workers

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 17:05:02 UTC

Tesla laid off roughly 6,600 workers in spring 2024 — around the same time labor statistics show the company filed about 1,300 H-1B visa applications.

Jack Daniel's layoffs happened before Trump's inauguration, tariffs

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 17:05:03 UTC

Brown-Forman, the parent company of Jack Daniel's, announced a 12% reduction of its workforce in January 2025.

Were children in Chicago zip-tied by 'Operation Midway Blitz' agents? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 22:15:52 UTC

One eyewitness told local news she saw agents leading zip-tied children out of an apartment building. DHS said that "never" happened.

Real photo shows ICE agents spraying Chicago pastor with 'pepper pellets'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 22:57:11 UTC

The image circulated as alleged evidence of a scene outside an ICE processing facility in a Chicago suburb.

Did Nike donate face masks to ICE? Breaking down rumor

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 23:23:00 UTC

A TikTok user sparked the rumor, calling for a boycott of Nike products.

Inspecting claims Trey Reed's 2nd autopsy shows blunt force trauma

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 23:26:14 UTC

The 21-year-old Delta State University student's body was found hanging from a tree on the campus in Cleveland, Mississippi, in September 2025.

Did Vince Gill storm off Jimmy Kimmel's show after arguing with him on air?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-08 23:37:12 UTC

According to IMDB, Gill has appeared on Kimmel's show only once — in 2011.

October 9 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 00:01:36 UTC

Chris Pratt (born 1979) is an American actor. Born in Minnesota , he gained recognition by playing Andy Dwyer in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation from 2009 to 2015. Pratt achieved international stardom as Star-Lord in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise (2014–2023), a role he reprises across multiple Marvel Cinematic Universe films . Pratt's popularity grew with his lead role as Owen Grady in the Jurassic World franchise (2015–2022). He has ventured into voice acting , voicing Mario in The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)—the highest-grossing film based on a video game in history —and Emmet Brickowski in the Lego Movie franchise (2014–2019). Known for repeatedely portraying similar characters across multiple films , which some critics have taken issue with, Pratt is one of the most commercially successful actors in Hollywood. From 2015 to 2017, he ranked amongst the world's highest-paid film stars and was included in the Time 100 (2015) and Forbes Celebrity 100 (2016). (Full article... ) Recently featured: Terraria Licancabur 70 Pine Street Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 9

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 00:01:37 UTC

October 9 : Leif Erikson Day in the United States, parts of Canada, and communities in the Nordic countries Massacre of Chinese-descent people 1708 – Great Northern War : Russia defeated Sweden at the Battle of Lesnaya on the Russian–Polish border, in present-day Belarus. 1740 – European soldiers and Javanese collaborators started massacring Chinese Indonesians (depicted) in the port city of Batavia, modern-day Jakarta , with at least 10,000 people killed. 1793 – French Revolution : After a month-long siege , the leaders of Lyon surrendered, ending their revolt against the National Convention . 1912 – Following a reduction in pay, textile workers in Little Falls, New York , walked out of their mill, starting a three-month strike . 1952 – A footman shot and killed two colleagues and wounded the lady of the house at Knowsley Hall , England. Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan (d. 705) Nadezhda Stasova (d. 1895) Yuri Tsunematsu (b. 1998) Ben Shelton (b. 2002) More anniversaries: October 8 October 9 October 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Don't fall for photo of vandalized Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway sign in Florida

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 00:03:35 UTC

The image allegedly showed a defaced sign memorializing the slain conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder.

Police arrested Starbucks barista at Portland airport after tipping dispute?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 01:31:56 UTC

The story said the barista asked customers who declined to tip, "You'll drop hundreds on plane tickets but nothing for the person keeping you awake?"

Is Turning Point USA hosting alternative 2026 Super Bowl halftime show?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 10:01:58 UTC

A conservative commentator sparked rumors about alleged counterprogramming to Bad Bunny's performance.

Breaking down report about hundreds of missing 'Alligator Alcatraz' detainees

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 11:01:17 UTC

The Miami Herald reported the whereabouts of two-thirds of more than 1,800 men detained at "Alligator Alcatraz" were unknown.

Investigating claim corporation can release 45K gallons of radioactive water into Hudson River

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 13:01:25 UTC

Holtec International announced it would release tritiated water into the Hudson River in 2023. Public outcry, legislation and a court battle followed.

Real story about chimpanzees domesticating penguins?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 19:28:50 UTC

The page that posted the tale to Facebook, StoryTime, is a repeat offender of posting fictitious stories.

Image of ICE arresting Chicago toddler isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 20:43:55 UTC

The image circulated as an authentic depiction of a September 2025 ICE raid in Chicago.

Claim that charges against James Comey were dropped because his name was misspelled is satire

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-09 22:59:30 UTC

The claim came from the comedian Andy Borowitz, who is known for creating satirical news stories.

October 10 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 00:01:42 UTC

No Doubt in 2009 Tragic Kingdom is the third studio album by American band No Doubt (pictured) , released on October 10, 1995, by Trauma Records and Interscope Records . Produced by Matthew Wilder , it was the last No Doubt album to feature Eric Stefani . The album spawned seven singles, including "Just a Girl ", which charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK singles chart , and "Don't Speak ", which topped the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay and reached the top five of many international charts. It reached number one on the Billboard 200 , as well as topping the charts in Canada and in New Zealand , selling more than 16 million copies worldwide. The album was certified diamond by the RIAA in the United States and Canada, platinum in the United Kingdom, and triple platinum in Australia. At the 39th Annual Grammy Awards , No Doubt earned nominations for Best New Artist and Best Rock Album . Tragic Kingdom helped facilitate the ska revival of the 1990s and was ranked number 441 on Rolling Stone 's 2003 list of the 500 greatest albums of all time . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Chris Pratt Terraria Licancabur Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 10

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October 10 Battle of Karbala 680 – Husayn ibn Ali , a grandson of Muhammad , was killed at the Battle of Karbala (depicted) by the forces of Yazid I , whom Husayn had refused to recognize as caliph . 1760 – In a treaty with Dutch colonial authorities, the Ndyuka people of Suriname gained territorial autonomy. 1911 – The Xinhai Revolution began with the Wuchang Uprising , marking the beginning of the collapse of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China . 1943 – World War II : The Kempeitai , the military police arm of the Imperial Japanese Army , arrested and tortured fifty-seven civilians and civilian internees on suspicion of their involvement in a raid on Singapore Harbour. 2004 – Eight-year-old Huang Na was abducted and murdered; her body was found three weeks later after a search across Singapore and Malaysia. Antoine Coysevox (d. 1720) Harold Pinter (b. 1930) Marina Diamandis (b. 1985) Priaulx Rainier (d. 1986) More anniversaries: October 9 October 10 October 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Charlie Kirk's dad isn't dead. Here's why rumor spread online

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 01:31:55 UTC

Users managing Facebook pages and groups falsely alleged, "In a devastating twist, the Kirk family has suffered yet another unbearable loss."

Don't be lured by image showing Portland protesters 'ICE fishing'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 10:01:40 UTC

Though protesters in Portland carried out similar action, the actual image showed protesters in Toronto, Canada.

Outdoor decorative spider webs can be threat to wildlife?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 11:01:44 UTC

Small critters, including birds, bats and toads, can get hopelessly tangled in the artificial webbing.

Video showing protester being pepper-sprayed by 'Sgt. Pepper' is AI nonsense

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 13:01:27 UTC

Some versions of the clip included snippets of The Beatles' famed song, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band."

Images of Redacted JFK Assassination Documents Are Satire

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 15:43:51 UTC

The images implied that either U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, or his father, Rafael Cruz, killed former President John F. Kennedy Jr.

Did Stephen Miller say Trump has 'plenary authority' on CNN?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 19:41:26 UTC

"Plenary authority" refers to full or limitless power over a sphere of government, such as the military.

Democrats don't want $3.6M for 'Haitian male prostitutes' to reopen government

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 20:27:56 UTC

The rumor, popularized by Sen. John Kennedy, appeared to be connected to an HIV/AIDS prevention program started under U.S. President George W. Bush.

RFK Jr. said children circumcised early had 'double' rate of autism linked to Tylenol use

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 21:53:10 UTC

The U.S. secretary of health and human services cited a preprint study to back his claim.

Mike Johnson was dean of law school that never opened

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 22:52:59 UTC

The Judge Paul Pressler School of Law never materialized, and its namesake was later accused of decades of sexual abuse.

Examining claim video shows ICE detaining Chicago parents in school pick-up line

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 23:01:20 UTC

Online users shared this claim amid escalating immigration enforcement tactics by President Donald Trump's administration.

8 famous last words and deathbed conversions we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-10 23:29:25 UTC

We’ve investigated dying words and actions attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, Charles Darwin, Abraham Lincoln and a NASA rover on Mars.

October 11 Wikipedia featured article

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Georg Karo (1872–1963) was a German archaeologist who specialised in Mycenaean and Etruscan civilisation . He was twice director of the German Archaeological Institute at Athens (DAI), in which capacity he excavated the Mycenaean site of Tiryns and the Temple of Artemis on Corfu . A colleague of Wilhelm Dörpfeld , who had worked with Heinrich Schliemann at Troy , Karo published the findings from Schliemann's excavations of Grave Circle A at Mycenae . The work was considered to be Karo's greatest contribution to scholarship. He taught at Bonn between 1902 and 1905 before moving to the DAI in Athens as Dörpfeld's deputy. Although an early supporter of the Nazi government of Germany , Karo was forced from his post of director of the DAI in 1936 by antisemitism against his Jewish ancestry. In 1939, he fled to the United States, where he was accused of spying for the Nazi regime. He returned to Germany in 1952, and became an honorary professor at the University of Freiburg . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tragic Kingdom Chris Pratt Terraria Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 11

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October 11 : Feast day of Saint James the Deacon (Anglicanism ); National Coming Out Day Bashir Shihab II 1797 – French Revolutionary Wars : The Royal Navy captured eleven Dutch Navy ships without any losses at the Battle of Camperdown . 1840 – Bashir Shihab II (pictured) surrendered to the Ottoman Empire and was removed as Emir of Mount Lebanon after an imperial decree by Sultan Abdülmecid I . 1942 – World War II : At the Battle of Cape Esperance on the northwest coast of Guadalcanal , American ships intercepted and defeated a Japanese fleet sent to attack Henderson Field . 1950 – A field-sequential color system developed by Hungarian-American engineer Peter Goldmark became the first color television system to be adopted for commercial use, only for it to be abandoned a year later. 1973 – Typhoon Nora , the fourth-most intense tropical cyclone on record, dissipated after killing 40 people and leaving more than a million homeless across Taiwan and the Philippines. Maria James (b. 1793) Thích Nhất Hạnh (b. 1926) Dorothea Lange (d. 1965) Alexei Leonov (d. 2019) More anniversaries: October 10 October 11 October 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Don't fall for claim Trump executive order demanded Universal Music Group sign Lara Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-11 00:05:41 UTC

"For too long woke Record Companies have prioritized the music of non-Americans such as 'Bad Bunny' and 'Jennifer Lopez,'" the satirical order read.

Posts claim video shows pregnant woman regretting Trump vote. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-11 01:31:29 UTC

The woman in the video claimed her doctor said she had to make plans to leave Texas as she neared birth.

Does video show ICE agent pepper-spraying himself in face?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-11 13:02:05 UTC

The footage appeared to show the man holding his face in discomfort after discharging the canister.

18 of Charlie Kirk's alleged quotes, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-11 18:02:01 UTC

From his last words to calling MLK Jr. “awful,” we look at all claims surrounding the late Turning Point USA co-founder’s words.

Video shows police chasing person in pickle costume?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-11 23:01:59 UTC

The footage appeared to be filmed from the perspective of a helicopter or drone covering the surreal police chase.

On this day: October 12

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-12 00:02:01 UTC

October 12 Inejirō Asanuma 1406 – Chen Yanxiang , the only person from Indonesia known to have visited dynastic Korea, reached Seoul after having set out from Java four months before. 1798 – The Peasants' War began in Overmere , Southern Netherlands , with peasants taking up arms against the French occupiers. 1917 – First World War : New Zealand troops suffered more than 2,000 casualties, including more than 800 deaths, in the First Battle of Passchendaele , making it the nation's largest loss of life in one day. 1960 – Japan Socialist Party leader Inejirō Asanuma (pictured) was assassinated during a live television recording by a far-right ultra-nationalist using a short sword . 1979 – Typhoon Tip , the largest and most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded, reached a worldwide record-low sea-level pressure of 870 mbar (25.69 inHg ) in the western Pacific Ocean. Pope Honorius I (d. 638) Richard Molesworth, 3rd Viscount Molesworth (d. 1758) Kamini Roy (b. 1864) Gilbert Parkhouse (b. 1925) More anniversaries: October 11 October 12 October 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 12 Wikipedia featured article

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Nathan Chen, winner of the men's event The 2021 World Figure Skating Championships were held from March 22 to 28, 2021, at the Ericsson Globe in Stockholm , Sweden. Sanctioned by the International Skating Union , the World Championships are considered the most prestigious event in figure skating. Medals were awarded in men's singles, women's singles , pair skating , and ice dance . The competition determined the entry quotas for each skating federation at the 2022 World Championships and was the first qualifying event for the 2022 Winter Olympics . The World Championships were the only ISU Championship event held during the 2020–21 season , while other competitions were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic . The event was held without spectators. Nathan Chen (pictured) of the United States won the men's event, Anna Shcherbakova of Russia won the women's event, Anastasia Mishina and Aleksandr Galliamov of Russia won the pairs event, and Victoria Sinitsina and Nikita Katsalapov of Russia won the ice dance event. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Georg Karo Tragic Kingdom Chris Pratt Archive By email More featured articles About

Crocs has new 'instant classic' logo?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-12 13:01:39 UTC

Crocs' iconic clogs still feature the decades-old cartoon crocodile.

16 rumors about Jimmy Kimmel

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-12 18:01:19 UTC

False claims about Kimmel flooded social media following ABC's temporary suspension of his show in September 2025.

Is it 'Berenstain' or 'Berenstein' Bears? Classic case of Mandela Effect, explained

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-12 23:01:46 UTC

The disparity is one of the most popular examples of the phenomenon known as the Mandela Effect.

October 13 Wikipedia featured article

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Tell es-Sakan is an archaeological site about 5 kilometres (3 mi) south of Gaza City in Palestine . It was the site of two separate Early Bronze Age urban settlements. Ancient Egypt expanded its territory into southwestern Palestine in the latter half of the 4th millennium BCE and during this time Tell es-Sakan was founded as an administrative centre for the Egyptian colonies in the region. It was inhabited from about 3300 BCE to 3000 BCE. After a period of abandonment a Canaanite city was established around 2600 BCE and inhabited until about 2250 BCE, after which Tell es-Sakan was permanently abandoned. Tell es-Sakan functioned as a trading post and was positioned along what was probably a dried-up channel of the Wadi Ghazzeh – a watercourse that is dry most of the year but in the Bronze Age would have been navigable. The site covered around 8 to 9 hectares (20 to 22 acres), of which 0.14 hectares (0.35 acres) has undergone archaeological excavation . (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2021 World Figure Skating Championships Georg Karo Tragic Kingdom Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 13

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 00:04:38 UTC

October 13 : Thanksgiving in Canada (2025), Indigenous Peoples' Day in the United States (2025) Brigid Kosgei 1710 – Queen Anne's War : French and Wabanaki forces surrendered to end the Siege of Port Royal , giving the British permanent possession of Nova Scotia . 1812 – War of 1812 : British troops and Mohawk warriors repelled an American invasion from across the Niagara River at the Battle of Queenston Heights near Queenston , Ontario. 1908 – British suffragette Margaret Travers Symons became the first woman to speak in the House of Commons when she escaped from her escort into the chamber and shouted at the assembly. 1994 – The Troubles : In a meeting at Fernhill House , Belfast, loyalist leader Gusty Spence announced that the Combined Loyalist Military Command would observe a ceasefire. 2019 – At the Chicago Marathon , Kenyan runner Brigid Kosgei (pictured) set the current marathon world record for women running in a mixed-sex race. Iyasu I (d. 1706) Marie Osmond (b. 1959) Stephen Flynn (b. 1988) Clarence Lushbaugh (d. 2000) More anniversaries: October 12 October 13 October 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Trump call WWII nurse Ruby Bradley a 'loser' as DOD removed content about her? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 02:01:39 UTC

There is no record of Trump making such a comment and the DOD confirmed it is "not taking down content" related to Bradley.

Real palm-sized anglerfish shown in this photo?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 10:01:18 UTC

While some species of anglerfish can grow up to a few feet in length, most are much smaller. The males of many species are just a few inches long.

Did 1998 movie 'Snake Eyes' starring Nicolas Cage predict Charlie Kirk's death?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 11:01:42 UTC

The film featured a character named Charles Kirkland who was shot in the neck.

23 rumors we've fact-checked related to U.S. Supreme Court

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 13:01:23 UTC

U.S. Supreme Court justices are often the subject of online speculation.

Robin Williams Said, 'The Saddest People Always Try Their Hardest to Make People Happy'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 15:54:21 UTC

The comedian and actor died by suicide in 2014.

6 rumors to mark Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 17:18:19 UTC

The U.S. government recognizes the second Monday of every October as Columbus Day.

ABC's George Stephanopoulos cut off JD Vance during 'This Week' interview

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 17:54:47 UTC

Stephanopoulos cut to commercials after Vance denied having knowledge of border czar Tom Homan allegedly taking a $50,000 bribe.

No proof Harvard marked up letter from Linda McMahon announcing end to new federal grants

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 18:48:38 UTC

McMahon's letter announced that the U.S. government would no longer provide federal funding to Harvard University.

Yes, Education Secretary Linda McMahon said 'A1' in response about AI

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 18:48:41 UTC

The education secretary was answering a question about technology in schools.

'Biden FBI' agents didn't incite violence while 'undercover' on Jan. 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 18:53:58 UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump amplified a claim by conservative media outlets that suggested 274 undercover federal agents incited the insurrection.

Viral Job Ad for UnitedHealthcare CEO Replacement Is Fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 19:03:10 UTC

"Definition of take care of yourself because that job will replace you no matter what," a top comment on TikTok said.

Did María Corina Machado dedicate her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 19:55:34 UTC

The Venezuelan opposition leader posted to social media after being honored.

Did Travis Kelce sue Karoline Leavitt for $50M?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 21:27:12 UTC

The White House press secretary did not accuse the Kansas City Chiefs star of hypocrisy and "representing a broken system."

Breaking down allegation Tom Homan accepted $50K bribe from undercover FBI agents

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-13 23:17:49 UTC

The FBI closed the case after U.S. President Donald Trump took office, according to several reliable news outlets.

October 14 Wikipedia featured article

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The British fourpence coin , sometimes known as a groat , is a silver coin valued at 1 ⁄60 of one pound or 1 ⁄3 of one shilling . It was struck throughout the 18th century, though by 1800 it had come mostly to be coined to be given as ceremonial alms at the Royal Maundy service. It returned as a circulating coin in 1836, as the Royal Mint sought to fill the gap between the penny and the sixpence . The fourpence was issued at the urging of the politician Joseph Hume , who noted that fourpence was the cab fare for short journeys. The new coin did not endear him to hackney drivers, who had often received sixpence without a request for change, and they gave it the nickname "joey". There was also confusion between it and the sixpence. The threepence , struck for use in Britain from 1845, proved more popular than the fourpence, which was struck only once for circulation after the mid-1850s. This was in 1888 for use in British Guiana , though it continued to be used in Scotland for many years. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tell es-Sakan 2021 World Figure Skating Championships Georg Karo Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 14

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October 14 : Shemini Atzeret (Judaism , 2025) Battle of Hastings, as depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry 1066 – Norman Conquest : William the Conqueror 's forces defeated the English army at Hastings and killed Harold Godwinson (depicted) , the last crowned Anglo-Saxon king of England. 1805 – War of the Third Coalition : French forces under Marshal Michel Ney defeated Austrian forces in Elchingen , present-day Germany. 1913 – The worst mining accident in the United Kingdom's history took place when an explosion resulted in 440 deaths at the Universal Colliery in Senghenydd , Wales. 1943 – The Second Philippine Republic , a Japanese puppet state , was established with Jose P. Laurel as its first president. 1964 – Members of the Politburo voted to remove Nikita Khrushchev as First Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union and replace him with Leonid Brezhnev . Benning Wentworth (d. 1770) Laura Askew Haygood (b. 1845) Charlie Joiner (b. 1947) Mathieu Kérékou (d. 2015) More anniversaries: October 13 October 14 October 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is Cuban activist Héctor Luis Valdés Cocho in ICE custody? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 01:31:34 UTC

Claims about Valdés' arrest recirculated months apart amid mixed reports about his status in the U.S.

Rumor that bald eagles blocked Missouri highway is flight of fancy

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 10:01:34 UTC

A self-described "satirical" Facebook page posted the claim alongside an AI-generated image.

Did humpback whale really protect marine biologist from shark?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 11:02:16 UTC

Alleged footage of the encounter showed the whale pushing the bewildered marine biologist to safety.

Story about missing Colorado couple found in Utah uranium mine unravels under scrutiny

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 13:01:18 UTC

This was just one of many made-up stories about missing people found in unusual circumstances years later.

No, UK Prime Ministers Don't Generally Attend Inauguration Day in US

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 19:00:58 UTC

And this has been true since at least 1929.

Photo Shows Old Paramount Logo on Day It Was First Painted in 1965?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 19:42:31 UTC

One social media user who made the claim asked: "Can you imagine how much he would've made by now if he didn’t just sell it outright?"

No, Land O'Lakes is Not Returning to Its Old Logo

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 19:43:37 UTC

A claim shared on social media suggesting Land O'Lakes would return to its previous logo originated as "satire."

Did wind turbine blade fly 'like a helicopter' 47 miles across Wyoming?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 20:18:35 UTC

People have fallen for a number of posts by Casper Planet, the satire page that first posted the turbine blade claim.

Here's how to get Snopes' new app

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 21:27:29 UTC

The truth is now just a tap away.

Explaining Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's announcement about Qatari air force presence in Idaho

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-14 23:11:23 UTC

Many supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the decision.

October 15 Wikipedia featured article

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Jozo Tomasevich (1908 – October 15, 1994) was an American economist and historian whose speciality was the economic and social history of Yugoslavia . He was born in the Kingdom of Dalmatia , then part of Austria-Hungary . In the mid-1930s, he worked at the National Bank of Yugoslavia in Belgrade and published three well-received books on Yugoslavian economics. In 1938, he moved to the United States as the recipient of a Rockefeller fellowship and conducted research at Harvard University before joining the academic staff of Stanford University . In 1948, he joined the staff at San Francisco State College , where he researched and taught for twenty-five years until his retirement in 1973. Tomasevich began writing on Yugoslavia in World War II – War and Revolution in Yugoslavia 1941–1945 . He wrote two parts of a three-volume series before his death. The third volume, on the Yugoslav Partisans , remains unpublished despite being 75-percent complete at his death. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Fourpence (British coin) Tell es-Sakan 2021 World Figure Skating Championships Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 15

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October 15 Coat of arms of Volgograd Oblast 1864 – American Civil War : Confederate forces captured Glasgow, Missouri , although it had little long-term benefit as Price's Missouri Expedition was defeated a week later. 1967 – The Motherland Calls (depicted in coat of arms) , a colossal statue in Volgograd , Russia, which commemorates the casualties of the Battle of Stalingrad , was dedicated, becoming the then-tallest statue in the world . 1996 : The Irish Criminal Assets Bureau was established following the gangland murders of Detective Garda Jerry McCabe and investigative journalist Veronica Guerin . 2007 – New Zealand Police conducted several anti-terrorism raids in relation to the discovery of an alleged paramilitary training camp in the Urewera mountain ranges, arresting 17 people and seizing four guns and 230 rounds of ammunition. 2011 – Global demonstrations against economic inequality, corporate influence on government, and other issues, were held in more than 950 cities in 82 countries. Lambert of Italy (d. 898) Louis-Eugène Cavaignac (b. 1802) Dolores Jiménez y Muro (d. 1925) Manuel Flores (b. 1965) More anniversaries: October 14 October 15 October 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Jason Kelce call Bad Bunny's 2026 Super Bowl detractors 'bad fit for America's future'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 00:04:35 UTC

According to the alleged quote, the retired Super Bowl-winning center defended the NFL's selection of Bad Bunny for the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show.

Did ICE find 7 missing children in Chicago warehouse raid? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 01:31:37 UTC

The rumor is a misrepresentation of genuine news events, spreading among people rallying support for the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.

Did Patrick Mahomes say he'd boycott Super Bowl if Bad Bunny performs, choosing instead to honor Charlie Kirk?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 10:01:19 UTC

According to the rumor, Mahomes said, "I'm an American — I'd rather be part of something All-American than the NFL's circus."

Is Spotify running ICE recruitment ads? Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 11:01:17 UTC

The advertising "is part of a broad campaign the US government is running" across various platforms — not just Spotify, a spokesperson told Snopes.

'Spider-Man' tray catch scene didn't use special effects?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 13:01:53 UTC

We were unable to independently verify the legitimacy of the commentary.

A man died after being pulled into an MRI machine. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 19:40:54 UTC

The victim wore "a large metallic chain around his neck, causing him to be drawn into the machine," police said.

Breaking down claim ICE shot, killed family dog in Texas

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 19:58:19 UTC

The popular account We Rate Dogs boosted the claim on social media.

True story of Oregon car thief scolding mother shared with photos from different crime

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-15 23:56:48 UTC

According to users' posts, a man stole a car with a baby in the back seat, then returned to reprimand the mother.

October 16 Wikipedia featured article

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Angela Lansbury (October 16, 1925 – October 11, 2022) was an Irish-British and American actress, producer, and singer whose career spanned 80 years. To escape the Blitz , she moved to the U.S. in 1940, studying acting in New York City. She received three Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nominations for her roles in Gaslight (1944), The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945), and The Manchurian Candidate (1962). On television, she starred as the sleuth Jessica Fletcher in the CBS whodunit series Murder, She Wrote (1984–1996), for which she was nominated for 12 consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series . Among Lansbury's numerous accolades were five Tony Awards , six Golden Globe Awards , and a Laurence Olivier Award , as well as nominations for three Academy Awards , 18 Primetime Emmy Awards , a BAFTA Award , and a Grammy Award . She was honored with the National Medal of Arts in 1997, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2000, and the Academy Honorary Award in 2013. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Jozo Tomasevich Fourpence (British coin) Tell es-Sakan Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 16

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 00:05:08 UTC

October 16 Jadwiga of Poland 1384 – Jadwiga (pictured) was officially crowned as "King of Poland " instead of "Queen" to reflect the fact that she was a sovereign in her own right . 1875 – Brigham Young University , the largest religious university in the United States, was founded in Provo, Utah . 1905 – Authorities of the British Raj partitioned the Bengal Presidency , separating the largely Muslim eastern areas from the largely Hindu western areas. 1950 – The first novel of the The Chronicles of Narnia series by C. S. Lewis , The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe , was released in the United Kingdom. 2017 – The Maltese journalist and anti-corruption activist Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed in a car bomb attack in Bidnija . Oscar Wilde (b. 1854) Tessa Munt (b. 1959) Mel Carnahan (d. 2000) Liam Payne (d. 2024) More anniversaries: October 15 October 16 October 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Speaker Mike Johnson call nude cyclists in Portland 'most threatening thing' he's seen?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 01:31:40 UTC

Johnson made the statement during a news conference Oct. 14, 2025.

Sinaloa Cartel reportedly used banner to threaten Americans in Mexico: What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 10:01:54 UTC

Authorities in Mexico "categorically denied" the authenticity of the threats.

Inspecting claims Pam Bondi is creating gun owner registry

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 11:01:42 UTC

Organizations supporting Second Amendment gun-ownership rights bristled at a court order to submit member lists to government bodies.

Wyoming man got DUI while riding bear?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 13:01:58 UTC

Casper Planet, a satirical Facebook page, first posted the story online alongside an AI-generated image originally shared by another Facebook page.

'WhatsApp Gold' scam alert: Watch out for this longstanding hoax

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 15:34:08 UTC

Think twice before clicking links about an alleged premium version of WhatsApp called "WhatsApp Gold."

Solving the question your car insurer will never answer: How much does your premium really go up after a claim?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 16:24:47 UTC

It's a question your insurer will never answer: how much does your car insurance go up after a claim? Pic: iStock

Unpacking claim Trump planned 'show of force' by firing missiles into California during protests

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 20:02:53 UTC

Rumors that a major California freeway would be shut down for a missile demonstration were refuted in a statement from the Marine Corps.

Investigating claim American flag with swastika appeared in GOP Rep. Dave Taylor's office

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 20:52:39 UTC

A photo appeared to show an altered U.S. flag with a swastika behind a staffer in Taylor's office, prompting public outcry and an investigation.

Marco Rubio confirmed Rosie O'Donnell's passport revoked?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-16 23:48:09 UTC

According to the story, the U.S. secretary of state said of the comedian, "She wanted to be an Irish citizen. Now she can stay there."

October 17 Wikipedia featured article

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Neutral Milk Hotel was an American band formed by Jeff Mangum in 1989. They were active until 1998, and then from 2013 to 2015. The band's music featured a deliberately low-quality sound , influenced by indie rock and psychedelic folk . Mangum wrote surreal and opaque lyrics that covered a wide range of topics, including love, spirituality, nostalgia, sex, and loneliness. In 1996, he worked with childhood friend Robert Schneider to record the album On Avery Island . Mangum recruited musicians Julian Koster , Jeremy Barnes , and Scott Spillane for the band's second album, In the Aeroplane Over the Sea (1998). While on tour, the band's popularity grew through Internet exposure. This negatively affected Mangum, whose mental health began to deteriorate, and the band went on hiatus shortly after. During their break, they gained a cult following and the critical standing of In the Aeroplane Over the Sea rose. Neutral Milk Hotel reunited in 2013 and undertook a reunion tour before another hiatus in 2015. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Angela Lansbury Jozo Tomasevich Fourpence (British coin) Archive By email More featured articles About

Don't fall for RFK Jr. quote about babies absorbing 'Tylenol residue from the esophagus'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 01:31:29 UTC

The fake statement played on various claims about autism, Tylenol, vaccines and radiation that Kennedy has made in the past.

Looney Tunes' was once called 'Looney Toons'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 10:01:39 UTC

While some may swear it's an example of the Mandela Effect, the reality is that the Looney Tunes was conjured as a reference to another musical title.

Campbell's 'customer service' response to homophobic post is just decade-old satire

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 11:02:09 UTC

The image first spread online following a 2015 Campbell's advertising campaign that depicted a family with two fathers feeding their son.

Why we carve pumpkins to celebrate Halloween

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 13:01:58 UTC

The answer to why people carve jack-o'-lanterns in October may lie in old Irish folklore.

Did freed Israeli prisoner Alexander Turbanov release statement praising his captors?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 20:08:35 UTC

The alleged quote appeared on social media days after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect on Oct. 10, 2025.

Rumor claims Trump used Biden's 'exact deal' to end war in Gaza. That's not true

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-17 23:51:35 UTC

On Oct. 13, Hamas released all remaining hostages per the first phase of Trump's proposal. Biden's plan involved a slower timeline for their release.

On this day: October 18

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 00:01:25 UTC

October 18 : Alaska Day (1867 ) Brahms in 1889 1356 – The most significant earthquake to have occurred in Central Europe in recorded history destroyed Basel , Switzerland. 1775 – American Revolutionary War : In an act of retaliation against ports that supported Patriot activities in the early stages of the war, the Royal Navy destroyed what is now Portland, Maine . 1887 – Johannes Brahms (pictured) conducted the premiere of his Double Concerto , composed for violinist Joseph Joachim and cellist Robert Hausmann . 1963 – The first cat in space, later known as Félicette , launched aboard a French Véronique rocket . 2019 – Protests in Santiago that started 11 days prior escalated into open battle against the Chilean national police , forcing President Sebastián Piñera to declare a state of emergency. Isaac Jogues (d. 1646) Marshall McDonald (b. 1835) Christine Murrell (b. 1874; d. 1933) Zarina Diyas (b. 1993) More anniversaries: October 17 October 18 October 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 18 Wikipedia featured article

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Ulfcytel (died 1016) was a greatly respected English military leader during the reign of Æthelred the Unready (978–1013 and 1014–1016), when ineffective opposition to Danish Viking invasions ended in the Danish conquest of England. Ulfcytel commanded East Anglian forces in a battle in 1004 against Danish Viking invaders led by the future king Swein Forkbeard ; although Ulfcytel lost, the Danes were badly mauled and said that they had never met such hard fighting in England. He led a local English army to another defeat in the Battle of Ringmere in 1010 and died in 1016 in the Battle of Assandun . He exercised the powers of an ealdorman , the second-highest rank in Anglo-Saxon England, but to the puzzlement of historians he was never formally given the title. Ulfcytel is highly praised in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle and Scandinavian skaldic poetry , and also by Anglo-Norman writers and modern historians. Scandinavian sources gave him the byname snilling , meaning "bold", and the Icelandic court poet Sigvatr Þórðarson called East Anglia "Ulfkell's Land" after him. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Neutral Milk Hotel Angela Lansbury Jozo Tomasevich Archive By email More featured articles About

Waffle House waitress was arrested after 'hash brown dispute'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 01:32:09 UTC

This story is circulating with an image supposedly showing the waitress's mugshot and donation links to purportedly help cover her bail.

Derbyshire crocodile hunt turned out to be 'more fluff than fear'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 08:56:18 UTC

Police hunting for a crocodile in Derbyshire have said the search turned out to be "more fluff than fear". The crocodile was spotted by a member of the public. Derbyshire Rural Crime Team

Josie Duggar from reality show 'Counting On' didn't die of cancer

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 13:01:44 UTC

Duggar sibling Jinger Vuolo posted images of her sister, alive and well, in the same month social media users spread this death hoax.

Rumors we've fact-checked about 2026 Super Bowl, Bad Bunny's halftime show

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 18:01:52 UTC

From claims about ICE officials attending the event to Turning Point USA's "alternative" halftime show, Snopes has the facts.

Is Hamas publicly executing Israel 'collaborators'? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-18 23:01:39 UTC

Days after the October 2025 Israel-Hamas ceasefire, graphic videos appeared to show the execution of a group of blindfolded people in a public square.

On this day: October 19

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-19 00:04:31 UTC

October 19 Hurricane Wilma northeast of Honduras 1864 – American Civil War : Despite incurring nearly twice as many casualties as the Confederates , the Union army emerged victorious at the Battle of Cedar Creek . 1943 – World War II : Allied aircraft sank the German cargo ship Sinfra , killing mostly Italian POWs . 1955 – At a meeting of its general assembly, the European Broadcasting Union approved the staging of the first Eurovision Song Contest . 1965 – Vietnam War : The Siege of Plei Me began with the first major confrontation between soldiers of the North Vietnamese Army and the U.S. Army. 2005 – Hurricane Wilma (pictured) became the most intense Atlantic hurricane on record with a minimum atmospheric pressure of 882 mbar (26.05 inHg ). Annie Smith Peck (b. 1850) Edna St. Vincent Millay (d. 1950) Yayan Ruhian (b. 1968) Fred Keenor (d. 1972) More anniversaries: October 18 October 19 October 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 19 Wikipedia featured article

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U.S. Route 34 in Iowa is a United States Highway that runs across the southern third of Iowa . It begins on a bridge over the Missouri River west of Glenwood and travels east where it meets Interstate 29 (I-29 ) and US 275 . Through southwestern Iowa, the highway is, for the most part, a two-lane rural road with at-grade intersections; there are interchanges with US 59 near Emerson and US 71 near Stanton and Villisca . At Osceola , the highway intersects I-35 and US 69 . Just east of Ottumwa , where the road meets US 63 , the road joins the four-lane Iowa 163 for the remainder of its trek through the state. At Mount Pleasant , it overlaps US 218 and Iowa 27, the Avenue of the Saints Highway . From there, the road heads to the southeast where it crosses the Mississippi River on the Great River Bridge at Burlington . US 34 was one of the original U.S. Highways when the system was created in 1926. Several widenings and improvements have been made to the highway since its original construction. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Ulfcytel Neutral Milk Hotel Angela Lansbury Archive By email More featured articles About

Don't be fooled by fake Taylor Swift pregnancy announcement rumors

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-19 02:02:20 UTC

One Facebook user posted the claim and then clarified that their cat, named Taylor Swift, was pregnant.

Did a CEO drink Agent Orange on live TV in 1975 to prove it was safe and live until 2007?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-19 13:01:34 UTC

Lars Foss reportedly drank Hormoslyr, a chemical herbicide that contained the same active ingredients and performed the same function as Agent Orange.

Not all creepy stories are made up. These 14 have some truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-19 18:00:51 UTC

Halloween season is ripe with stories about gore, haunted houses, frightening creatures, paranormal activity and so on.

Photo claiming to show Trump, Epstein and Pam Bondi isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-19 23:01:39 UTC

The photo is real, and it does show Trump and Epstein. However, the woman is not the U.S. attorney general.

October 20 Wikipedia featured article

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Chicago police officer using a phone Illinois Public Access Opinion 16-006 is a binding opinion of the Illinois Attorney General pursuant to the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Issued in 2016 in the aftermath of the police murder of Laquan McDonald on October 20, 2014, the opinion addressed a public records request from CNN for private emails by officers of the Chicago Police Department (CPD) related to the incident. After the CPD denied CNN's request, the Attorney General's office, led by Lisa Madigan , ruled that the police officers' private emails about McDonald's murder were subject to public disclosure, even though those emails were communicated on accounts outside of the police department's email servers. The Attorney General found that the police officers were acting on behalf of the police department, making their messages public records. Nonetheless, CNN never received the emails that it had requested, even after it went to court to enforce the Attorney General's opinion. (Full article... ) Recently featured: U.S. Route 34 in Iowa Ulfcytel Neutral Milk Hotel Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 20

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 00:04:06 UTC

October 20 Mahamat Déby 1936 – British woman Mabel Freer was refused entry to Australia after failing a dictation test given in Italian, leading to a debate over Australia's immigration policy. 1944 – World War II : Fulfilling a promise he made two years previously , General Douglas MacArthur landed on Leyte to begin the recapture of the Philippines . 1973 – Watergate scandal : Attorney General Elliot Richardson and his deputy William Ruckelshaus resigned after refusing to obey President Richard Nixon 's order to have Archibald Cox fired. 2022 – Protests broke out across Chad after President Mahamat Déby (pictured) declared his intentions to extend his rule by another two years. 2024 – Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka were sworn in as president and vice president of Indonesia, becoming the oldest and the youngest person to assume respective offices. Ralph d'Escures (d. 1122) Janet Jagan (b. 1920) Jerry Orbach (b. 1935) Michael Newman (d. 2024) More anniversaries: October 19 October 20 October 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Japanese researchers developed drug that could help people grow new teeth?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 02:01:16 UTC

Posts sharing the rumor claimed this drug could replace the need for implants and dentures altogether.

Misinformation about California AB 495 is spreading online. Here's what the law does

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 11:51:07 UTC

After Gov. Newsom signed AB 495, some people online labeled it the "legalized kidnapping" bill. But the claim misrepresents what the law really does.

Did Rome and Carthage sign 1985 peace treaty for wars that began more than 2,000 years earlier?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 11:51:07 UTC

The two ancient cities fought a series of wars, known as the Punic Wars, between 264 B.C. and 146 B.C.

12 rumors about Travis Kelce, fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 13:07:28 UTC

The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is often the target of false and satirical stories, many of which center on his relationship with Taylor Swift.

Watch out for posts claiming MSNBC aired old footage during report on Boston 'No Kings' protest

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 21:54:30 UTC

An MSNBC spokesperson said the footage in question was recorded Oct. 18, 2025, the day of the protest in Boston.

Trump posted AI video of him poop-bombing protesters?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 22:39:39 UTC

The headline says it all, really.

Marines fired live ammunition over California freeway after clash between White House and Newsom

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 23:02:53 UTC

Ordnance that exploded prematurely struck a law enforcement vehicle, but no injuries were reported.

Coast Guard spent about $200M on private jets for Kristi Noem, other top officials. Here's the contract

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-20 23:58:04 UTC

Publicly available government documents indicate the Coast Guard spent at least $172 million on two private jets.

October 21 Wikipedia featured article

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Old Trafford, venue of the match A Manchester United and Ipswich Town football match was played at Old Trafford (pictured) , Manchester, in March 1995 as part of the 1994–95 FA Premier League . It finished in a 9–0 victory for the home team. The result is a joint record for the largest winning margin in the Premier League , later equalled by three other matches with the same scoreline in 2019 , in 2021 and in 2022 . Manchester United and Ipswich Town went into the match at opposite ends of the table; United were second, while Ipswich were second-last. In the corresponding fixture at Ipswich's Portman Road in September 1994, they beat United 3–2 . United were missing Eric Cantona , who was on a nine-month suspension, and their attacking partnership of Andy Cole and Mark Hughes was not well regarded by pundits . Ipswich's victory at Portman Road proved to be the more significant result with regard to the final placings, as United missed out on the title by one point. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Illinois Public Access Opinion 16-006 U.S. Route 34 in Iowa Ulfcytel Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 21

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 00:05:09 UTC

October 21 "Galop infernal" from Orpheus in the Underworld ,popularly used as can-can music 1345 – Hundred Years' War : The English victory at the Battle of Auberoche marked a change in the military balance of power in Aquitaine , with the subsequent collapse of the French position. 1858 – French composer Jacques Offenbach 's operetta Orpheus in the Underworld , featuring the music most associated with the can-can (audio featured) , was first performed at the Théâtre des Bouffes-Parisiens in Paris. 1910 – HMS Niobe arrived in Halifax Harbour to become the first large ship of the Royal Canadian Navy . 1959 – The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum , designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright , opened in New York City. 1994 – North Korea and the United States signed the Agreed Framework to limit the former's nuclear weapons program and to normalize relations between the two countries. Sims Reeves (b. 1821) Dorothy Hale (d. 1938) Yulimar Rojas (b. 1995) Einár (d. 2021) More anniversaries: October 20 October 21 October 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Some Oklahoma schools received Trump-backed Bibles with outdated U.S. Constitution. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 01:31:40 UTC

Bibles in Oklahoma classrooms allegedly included a version of the U.S. Constitution without the 11th through 27th amendments.

What we know about the EU's attempt to scan private messages

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 10:01:40 UTC

The legislation by the European Union aims to scan content for child sexual abuse material. Detractors say it violates users' privacy.

Image of goose and bald eagle in same nest is for the birds

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 11:02:03 UTC

Bald eagles are known for many things, but sharing their nests with other species is not one of them.

Amazon Prime mocked random woman's engagement ring and fiancé on X?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 15:43:30 UTC

The verified X account for Amazon Prime Video India has since deleted the post, which included an image from the show "The Summer I Turned Pretty."

Poll shows most Britons think it was wrong to vote to leave the EU

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 19:19:49 UTC

The U.K. left the European Union in 2020, four years after a referendum showed a slight majority of voters wanted the country out.

Trump said new White House ballroom construction wouldn't 'interfere with the current building'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 21:30:02 UTC

Trump's quote from July 2025 circulated online as partial demolition began on the White House's East Wing in October 2025.

Will SNAP benefits be issued in November 2025? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 22:16:00 UTC

Multiple states have issued alerts to SNAP recipients, warning that they may not receive November benefits if the government shutdown continues.

Pam Bondi did not claim inflatable frog costumes were 'antifa'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-21 23:33:34 UTC

The claim originated with a self-described satirist's Facebook page.

October 22 Wikipedia featured article

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Kaniehtiio Horn "Deer Lady " is the third episode of the third season of the comedy and teen drama television series Reservation Dogs . The twenty-first episode overall, it was written by Sterlin Harjo , the program's showrunner and co-creator, and directed by Danis Goulet . Reservation Dogs tells the story a group of four friends and Indigenous teenagers who live in Oklahoma . They call themselves the "Rez Dogs" and hope to eventually visit California in memory of their friend who committed suicide. Deer Lady, portrayed by Kaniehtiio Horn (pictured) , is a recurring character in the show based on the mythological spirit Deer Woman . Inspired by 1970s horror films and 1990s indie films , the story focuses on the history of American Indian boarding schools and makes use of the endangered Kiowa language . The episode was first broadcast in August 2023; it received positive reviews from critics. It won an Art Directors Guild Award and was nominated for a Creative Arts Emmy Award and a Gold Derby Television Award . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Manchester United F.C. 9–0 Ipswich Town F.C. Illinois Public Access Opinion 16-006 U.S. Route 34 in Iowa Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 22

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 00:02:48 UTC

October 22 Scilly naval disaster 1707 – In one of the worst maritime disasters in the history of the British Isles, at least 1,400 sailors on four Royal Navy ships were lost in stormy weather (pictured) off the Isles of Scilly . 1940 – After evading Vichy French and Francoist Spanish authorities, Belgian prime minister Hubert Pierlot arrived in London, marking the beginning of the Belgian government in exile . 1945 – Workers at the Cigar Factory in Charleston, South Carolina , began a labor strike against the American Tobacco Company that lasted more than five months. 1964 – The first volume of Ian Fleming 's children's novel Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang was published posthumously. 2005 – Bellview Airlines Flight 210 crashed in Ogun State , Nigeria, killing all 117 people on board. Charles Kingston (b. 1850) Edith Kawelohea McKinzie (b. 1925) James K. Baxter (d. 1972) Betty Binns Fletcher (d. 2012) More anniversaries: October 21 October 22 October 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Biden or Trump secure release of more hostages from Gaza? Here's the tally

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 01:31:47 UTC

Both presidents brokered deals that resulted in Hamas releasing people it took captive during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel.

Sea otter harasses California surfers, stealing their surfboards?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 10:01:33 UTC

The outlaw otter was last spotted in May 2024. Reports in October 2025 suggest there may be copycats.

Speaker Mike Johnson didn't call to repeal 1st Amendment, seriously

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 11:01:25 UTC

Andy Borowitz, longtime satirist, has fooled some internet users once more.

Sashay away from claim Robert Irwin dropped out of 'Dancing with the Stars' on Pride Night

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 13:51:06 UTC

The claim appeared on a Facebook page that made conflicting claims about Irwin's stance on LGBTQ+ issues.

Robert Irwin sued Pete Hegseth for $60M?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 18:45:14 UTC

Tens of near-identical claims about various litigious celebrities circulated on Facebook.

Don't fall for rumor George Soros filed for bankruptcy after funding 'No Kings' protests

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 19:21:19 UTC

The satirical claim poked fun at conservatives who alleged the billionaire was responsible for massive protests in October 2025.

Key members of Young Republicans group chat weren't 'college kids'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 20:17:24 UTC

A Politico investigation revealed text messages joking about slavery, Hitler, rape and more.

Beware, listing of Louvre heist jewels on Russian classifieds site is a 'prank'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 23:02:17 UTC

French investigators continued to search for eight stolen items after unidentified thieves carried out a daring daytime heist at the Louvre.

Unpacking claim Nevada woman Tonja Marie Johnson's death was caused by COVID-19 vaccine

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 23:13:26 UTC

The social media claims about Johnson's death appeared to stem from a GoFundMe campaign created in August 2023.

'No Kings' rally photos were 'confirmed' to be AI-created?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-22 23:51:19 UTC

A meme shared in October 2025 alleged someone "confirmed" the AI origins of the photos, adding, "There were about 800 people in Boston, not 100,000."

On this day: October 23

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 00:02:46 UTC

October 23 : Mole Day Jeannette Piccard 1641 – Irish Catholic gentry in Ulster tried to seize control of Dublin Castle , the seat of English rule in Ireland, to force concessions to Catholics. 1934 – Jeannette Piccard (pictured) piloted a hot-air balloon flight that reached 57,579 feet (17,550 m), becoming the first woman to fly in the stratosphere . 1957 – A screening of Mother India , one of the most influential Indian films in history, was held for President Rajendra Prasad and Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru two days before its release. 1995 – The runway show for Alexander McQueen 's collection The Hunger was staged at London's Natural History Museum . 2018 – An escalator accident in Rome left 24 people injured, mostly fans of the CSKA Moscow football team who were in town for a UEFA Champions League match against Roma . John Heisman (b. 1869) Douglas Jardine (b. 1900) Toshio Hosokawa (b. 1955) Soong Mei-ling (d. 2003) More anniversaries: October 22 October 23 October 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 23 Wikipedia featured article

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Illustration of redshift and blueshift In physics, a redshift is an increase in the wavelength , or equivalently, a decrease in the frequency and photon energy , of electromagnetic radiation (such as light ). The opposite change, a decrease in wavelength and increase in frequency and energy, is known as a blueshift. The terms are derive from the colours red and blue, which form the extremes of the visible-light spectrum . Three forms of redshift occur in astronomy and cosmology : Doppler redshifts due to the relative motions of radiation sources, gravitational redshift as radiation escapes from gravitational potentials, and cosmological redshifts caused by the universe expanding . Automated astronomical redshift surveys are an important tool for learning about the large scale structure of the universe. Examples of strong redshifting are a gamma ray perceived as an X-ray , or initially visible light perceived as radio waves . The initial heat from the Big Bang has redshifted far down to become the cosmic microwave background . (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Deer Lady " Manchester United F.C. 9–0 Ipswich Town F.C. Illinois Public Access Opinion 16-006 Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Barbra Streisand sing 'God Bless America' in response to anti-American chants at NYC concert?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 01:31:36 UTC

According to the story, Streisand fought back against the anti-American chants by "softly singing 'God Bless America' with deep, soulful conviction."

Breaking down Trump's claim 50% of US presidents have invoked Insurrection Act

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 10:02:07 UTC

The last time a president invoked the act was during the 1992 Rodney King riots.

Denver Communists stall featured 'Charlie Kirk had it coming, change my mind' sign at 'No Kings' protest

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 11:02:11 UTC

The group said the signs invited "dozens of conversations" during the "No Kings" protest in Denver.

Digging into AP investigation on ICE's use of full-body restraint device

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 13:01:40 UTC

The Associated Press found internal concerns about ICE's lack of transparency regarding the restraint technology.

Look out for rumored rendering of Trump's White House ballroom

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 13:58:33 UTC

A fake image of an off-colored ballroom affixed directly to the main building of the White House has been shared as a real rendering.

Image doesn't show White House after Obama 'wrecked' it to add basketball court

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 16:18:45 UTC

Obama, a keen basketball player, adapted an existing outdoor tennis court at the White House for basketball by adding hoops and lines.

Don't go ape for images of masked chimps said to be raiding Congo markets

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 16:44:22 UTC

The fake images were nothing but monkey business.

Trump demolished entire White House East Wing?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 20:51:34 UTC

The demolition is part of the president's plan to build a $300 million ballroom.

Judge ordered DOD to reinstate banned books in libraries of 5 schools on military bases

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 21:21:03 UTC

Six families filed a motion against the Department of Defense for removing the books.

Michael Strahan cancer announcement rumor is false

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 22:20:33 UTC

Users in North Macedonia, Pakistan, Serbia and Vietnam fabricated the rumor about the former NFL star in order to earn advertising revenue.

Unpacking rumor Chicago teacher Lucy Martinez was fired for mocking Charlie Kirk assassination

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 23:05:28 UTC

The incident in question took place during a "No Kings" protest.

Here's how we know Steven Tyler did not launch $1M cat sanctuary

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 23:29:03 UTC

The Aerosmith singer never made such an announcement.

Unraveling claims about $376M White House renovation under Obama

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-23 23:57:54 UTC

While a large White House renovation project took place during Obama's presidency, some posts omitted key context or shared misleading claims.

October 24 Wikipedia featured article

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Male in breeding plumage The red-billed quelea (Quelea quelea ) is a small, migratory, sparrow-like bird of the weaver family, Ploceidae , native to sub-Saharan Africa . It is approximately 12 cm (4.7 in) long and weighs 15 to 26 g (0.53 to 0.92 oz) Non-breeding birds have light underparts, striped brown upper parts, yellow-edged flight feathers and a reddish bill. Breeding females attain a yellowish bill. Breeding males have a black (or rarely white) facial mask, surrounded by a purplish, pinkish, rusty or yellowish wash on the head and breast. The species avoids forests, deserts and colder areas. It constructs oval roofed nests woven from strips of grass hanging from thorny branches, sugar cane or reeds. It breeds in very large colonies. The quelea feeds primarily on seeds of annual grasses, but also causes extensive damage to cereal crops. It is regarded as the most numerous undomesticated bird on earth, with the population sometimes peaking at an estimated 1.5 billion individuals. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Redshift "Deer Lady " Manchester United F.C. 9–0 Ipswich Town F.C. Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 24

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 00:07:59 UTC

October 24 Dracula by Bram Stoker 1885 – The Russian ship Dmitry ran aground in Whitby, an incident that inspired the arrival of Count Dracula to England in Bram Stoker 's 1897 novel (cover pictured) . 1929 – On "Black Thursday ", the New York Stock Exchange lost 11 percent of its value at the opening bell on very heavy trading, marking the beginning of the Great Depression . 1930 – The Pacification Junta deposed Brazillian president Washington Luís , ending the Brazilian Revolution of 1930 . 2004 – English football club Manchester United defeated rivals Arsenal 2–0 in the Battle of the Buffet , ending the latter's record-breaking unbeaten run . 2015 – Lam Wing-kee , the owner of Causeway Bay Books in Hong Kong, known for publishing political books banned in mainland China , was abducted by Chinese authorities . Marianne North (b. 1830) Désiré Charnay (d. 1915) Luciano Berio (b. 1925) Richard Hofstadter (d. 1970) More anniversaries: October 23 October 24 October 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Federal database says ICE bought 'guided missile warheads.' That's probably an error

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 01:32:14 UTC

A related rumor about ICE's purchases of "chemical weapons" was true. The agency has bought munitions under that category since 2005.

Gavin Newsom said he's sending knee pads to anyone 'bending the knee' to Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 10:01:52 UTC

The California governor said the knee pads would be signed by their "dear leader" since they "love him so much."

Joan Baez sued Karoline Leavitt for $50M?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 11:02:10 UTC

Baez and Leavitt allegedly clashed during an "ambush" on "The Tonight Show."

Did Trump propose 'Congressional Reform Act of 2025' to limit lawmakers' privileges? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 13:02:08 UTC

Snopes has reported on variants of this supposed act since 2009. As of 2025, it's still fake news.

Did Trump agree to 'bail out' Argentina? Unpacking the claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 17:53:21 UTC

It's true the U.S. government agreed to send $40 billion to help Argentina. However, whether the country actually receives the money is uncertain.

Group called for US economic 'blackout' during week of Thanksgiving 2025?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 18:52:03 UTC

Posts echoed the calls of Blackout the System, a group that said it opposed the Trump administration and corporate greed.

Billionaires support groups behind 'No Kings,' but they didn't spend $300M to fund protests

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 21:03:50 UTC

Billionaires fund organizations on both the left and right. That doesn't mean they spent $300 million on "No Kings."

Cory Booker hasn't been linked to Terry Rozier gambling scandal

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 21:27:53 UTC

NBA player Terry Rozier was the most high-profile name in the FBI's announcement of an illegal sports betting ring that rigged games.

Did LA County declare state of emergency after ICE discovered tunnels, trafficking hubs?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 21:45:04 UTC

LA County supervisors voted to declare a state of emergency on Oct. 14, 2025.

Texas state Rep. Jolanda Jones didn't literally call for slashing Republicans' necks

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 22:00:03 UTC

Jones later called on people who "don't know the difference between figuratively and literally" to "get a quality public education."

Historic preservation laws don't require Trump to restore White House East Wing

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 22:14:56 UTC

In fact, the White House has one or two exemptions from the nation's historic preservation laws.

Kenny Loggins filed $900M lawsuit against Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 22:58:12 UTC

Online users shared this story after the president posted an AI-generated video that used one of Loggins' songs.

Video shows Rachel Maddow crying about White House renovations?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-24 23:26:44 UTC

A trending topic displayed on Meta's social media platform Threads read, "Rachel Maddow reacts emotionally to White House renovation plans."

October 25 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-25 00:01:53 UTC

Coat of arms of England in 1460 The Act of Accord was an act of the Parliament of England passed on 25 October 1460. Three weeks earlier, Richard, Duke of York , claimed the crown of England on the grounds that the male and female lines gave him two claims, while his rival King Henry VI only possessed one. The House of Lords decided that Henry would retain the crown for life, but York and his heirs were to succeed him, removing Henry's son Edward from the succession. Henry agreed to the compromise, which became the Act of Accord. The queen, Margaret of Anjou , refused to accept the disinheritance of their son, and was joined by the majority of the English nobility. She raised an army in Northern England with her son and began the destruction of York's and the Nevilles' Yorkshire estates. York led an army to challenge her but was killed at the Battle of Wakefield . The Lancastrians were defeated three months later at the Battle of Towton by York's son, who was crowned King Edward IV . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Red-billed quelea Redshift "Deer Lady " Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 25

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October 25 Siege of Lisbon by Raquel Gameiro 1147 – Reconquista : Forces under Afonso I of Portugal captured Lisbon from the Moors after a four-month siege (depicted) in one of the few Christian victories during the Second Crusade . 1920 – Irish playwright and politician Terence MacSwiney died after a hunger strike in Brixton Prison , bringing the Irish struggle for independence to international attention. 1924 – The Daily Mail published the Zinoviev letter , a hoax purported to be a directive from Moscow to increase communist agitation, pushing the Conservative Party to a landslide victory in the UK general election four days later. 1944 – USS Tang , the U.S. Navy submarine credited with sinking more ships than any other American submarine, sank when it was struck by its own torpedo . 2010 – Mount Merapi in Central Java , Indonesia, began an increasingly violent series of eruptions that lasted over a month. Johann Strauss II (b. 1825) Elsa Reger (b. 1870) Alexander of Greece (d. 1920) Matthew McCauley (d. 1930) More anniversaries: October 24 October 25 October 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Video of drag queen dancing for preschooler is real

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-25 01:31:52 UTC

Some users discussing the video asked about or referenced the possibility someone created the clip with an AI tool.

Inspecting claim dapper French man is Louvre heist case detective

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-25 13:03:20 UTC

Investigating a heist doesn't always require a good coat and hat.

15 amazing claims about nature we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-25 18:01:49 UTC

Snopes has looked into variety of strange nature facts, from turtles who breath through their butts to the shape of goat pupils.

Is Spotify running ICE recruitment ads? Yes, but it's not alone

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-25 23:01:25 UTC

The streaming service confirmed ICE recruitment ads ran as part of a broader U.S. government advertising campaign.

October 26 Wikipedia featured article

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Cover of first issue (October/November 1930) Oriental Stories was an American pulp magazine published by Popular Fiction and edited by Farnsworth Wright . It was launched in 1930 as a companion to Popular Fiction's Weird Tales , and carried stories with Far Eastern settings , including some fantasy. Contributors included Robert E. Howard , Frank Owen , and E. Hoffmann Price . In 1932 publication was paused; it was relaunched in 1933 under the title The Magic Carpet Magazine , with an expanded editorial policy that now included any story set in an exotic location, including other planets. Some science fiction began to appear alongside the fantasy and adventure material as a result, including work by Edmond Hamilton . Wright obtained stories from H. Bedford Jones , who was a popular pulp writer, and Seabury Quinn . Most of the covers of The Magic Carpet Magazine were by Margaret Brundage . Competition from established pulps in the same niche was too strong, and after five issues under the new title the magazine ceased publication. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Act of Accord Red-billed quelea Redshift Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 26

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October 26 Laurent Gbagbo 1597 – Imjin War : Thirteen Korean ships commanded by Admiral Yi Sun-sin defeated a far larger Japanese invading fleet at the Battle of Myeongnyang in the Myeongnyang Strait . 1813 – War of 1812 : British forces and Mohawk allies under Charles de Salaberry repulsed an American attempt to invade Canada . 1902 – A group of Russian explorers led by Baron von Toll left their camp on Bennett Island and disappeared without a trace . 1905 – The Saint Petersburg Soviet held its first meeting, becoming the first elected body in Russia to represent workers . 2000 – Following protests against military leader Robert Guéï , Laurent Gbagbo (pictured) became the president of Ivory Coast . Sir John Gell, 1st Baronet (d. 1671) C. W. Post (b. 1854) Rahmah el Yunusiyah (b. 1900) Nikolay Alyokhin (b. 1954) More anniversaries: October 25 October 26 October 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did 13 truck drivers block highway under Detroit bridge to help prevent suicide attempt?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-26 02:01:23 UTC

Users' posts promoting the April 2018 story said, in part, "They didn't ask why. They just came."

Unmasking the history of why we wear costumes on Halloween

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-26 13:02:14 UTC

And why you have to put up with "KPop Demon Hunters" costumes this year.

12 times Trump or the White House shared AI-generated and doctored content

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-26 18:02:00 UTC

The president has used artificial intelligence liberally in his social media posts.

Mountain lion raided Colorado pet store in search of catnip?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-26 23:01:45 UTC

It turns out that the mountain lion does not concern himself with catnip.

October 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Taylor Swift "How You Get the Girl " is a song by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift (pictured) from her fifth studio album, 1989 (2014). She wrote it with its producers, Max Martin and Shellback . An electropop and bubblegum pop song, it is a ballad that features acoustic guitar strums and a heavy disco beat. The lyrics find Swift telling a man how to win his ex-girlfriend back after their breakup. Some critics praised the song as catchy and highlighted the chorus ; less enthusiastic reviews considered the production generic and the lyrics lightweight. The track received certifications in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Swift included it in the set list of the 1989 World Tour (2015), with choreography that evoked the musical film Singin' in the Rain (1952). She performed it on some dates of the Reputation Stadium Tour (2018) and the Eras Tour (2023–2024). The track was used in a Diet Coke advertisement prior to its release. (This article is part of a featured topic : 1989 (album) .) Recently featured: Oriental Stories Act of Accord Red-billed quelea Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 27

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October 27 Christ Mocked 1674 – Franco-Dutch War : French forces surrender the fortress town of Grave to the Dutch army after a three month siege . 1726 – J. S. Bach led the first performance of Ich will den Kreuzstab gerne tragen , BWV 56 , one of few works he called a cantata. 1964 – Actor Ronald Reagan delivered a speech on behalf of Republican presidential candidate Barry Goldwater , launching his own political career, which culminated in him serving two full terms as U.S. president. 2004 – The Boston Red Sox completed a sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals to win the 2004 World Series , breaking the so-called "Curse of the Bambino ". 2019 – The Mocking of Christ (pictured) by Cimabue sold at auction in France for €19.5 million, a record for a pre-1500 artwork. Mary Sidney (b. 1561) Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (b. 1945) Zoya Phan (b. 1980) Philip French (d. 2015) More anniversaries: October 26 October 27 October 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

'Republicans on rape' meme shows real quotes from politicians

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 02:00:39 UTC

For example, 1990 Texas gubernatorial candidate Clayton Williams once likened rape to bad weather, saying, "If it's inevitable, relax and enjoy it."

What Eisenhower really said about documenting Nazi atrocities to prevent Holocaust denial

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 10:01:27 UTC

He did not say the words, "get it all on record now" because "down the track of history some b****rd will get up and say that this never happened."

Creepy photo shows Philadelphia Phillies' first mascots in 1883?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 11:01:51 UTC

No matter how much internet users root, root, root for them, the "Dancing Dutchman" and his rat "Chauncey" were never MLB mascots.

18 rumors about the White House, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 13:01:51 UTC

The U.S. president's official residence has been the subject of many rumors over the years.

The devil's in the detailing at haunted Halloween car washes

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 14:04:47 UTC

Haunted car washes have become a national phenomenon, with hundreds of Halloween-themed locations around the country.

Michelle Obama portrait wasn't 'demolished' with White House East Wing

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 21:10:37 UTC

The official 2022 portrait of Michelle Obama was hung in the Ground Floor Corridor of the White House, which is not in the now-demolished East Wing.

Did Bernie Sanders praise Trump's border policies?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 22:05:59 UTC

Sanders said, "I don't like Trump, you know, but we should have a secure border and it ain't that hard to do."

Did Trump share post calling World Series 'rigged'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 23:00:37 UTC

The purported Truth Social post also said the president wouldn't invite the winning team to the White House.

Rush-hour delays after swan found on tracks at major UK railway station

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-27 23:26:46 UTC

Rail passengers in Scotland faced major delays and cancellations during Monday evening's rush hour after a swan was found on the line at the country's busiest railway station. Glasgow, Scotland, UK - 23rd July 2023: The Hielanman's Umbrella, the bridge holding the platforms of Glasgow Central Station above Argyle Street in the city centre. Built in 1879 and most recently renovated in 1998, until the late 1930s it was the meeting place for the Highlanders who had been displaced during the clearances and worked in the city to catch up with news and gossip.

October 28 Wikipedia featured article

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Illustration of Mathos by Poirson , 1890 During the siege of Tunis in October 238 BC, a rebel army under Mathos (pictured) was besieged by a Carthaginian force under Hamilcar Barca and Hannibal . The Carthaginian army , which had served in Sicily during the First Punic War , mutinied and started the Mercenary War . After destroying a rebel army at the Battle of the Saw , the Carthaginians then besieged the rebels' stronghold at Tunis . The Carthaginian commander, Hamilcar, split his forces to blockade the rebels from the north and south. At the northern camp, commanded by Hannibal, he had ten captured rebel leaders killed and their bodies crucified. Mathos organised a night attack against Hannibal's camp, which scattered part of their army; Hannibal and 30 others were captured and crucified . Hamilcar withdrew to the north with the remaining half of his army. Mathos then abandoned Tunis and withdrew south. Hamilcar and his fellow general Hanno followed the rebels and wiped them out at the Battle of Leptis Parva . (This article is part of a featured topic : Mercenary War .) Recently featured: "How You Get the Girl " Oriental Stories Act of Accord Archive By email More featured articles About

Is Walmart closing and locking doors on Nov. 1, 2025?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 00:02:57 UTC

The rumor, claiming the retailer said shoppers would only be able to place orders online, spread amid uncertainty around federal food benefits.

On this day: October 28

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 00:07:00 UTC

October 28 Tutankhamun's mask 1640 – The Treaty of Ripon was agreed, ending the Second Bishops' War and forcing Charles I to summon the Long Parliament , ultimately leading to the First English Civil War . 1835 – In the first major engagement of the Texas Revolution , the Texian Army repelled a Mexican attack at the grounds of Mission Concepcion south of Downtown San Antonio . 1925 – The funerary mask of Tutankhamun , possibly originally made for Queen Neferneferuaten , was uncovered for the first time in approximately 3,250 years. 1940 – World War II : Italy invaded Greece after Greek prime minister Ioannis Metaxas rejected Benito Mussolini 's ultimatum demanding the cession of Greek territory. 1965 – In St. Louis, Missouri , U.S., the 630-foot (190 m)-tall steel catenary Gateway Arch was completed. Ali ibn al-Fadl al-Jayshani (b. 915) Mary Harrison McKee (d. 1930) Ganjar Pranowo (b. 1968) Teikō Shiotani (d. 1988) More anniversaries: October 27 October 28 October 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Erika Kirk wasn't named in Time magazine's 'Most Influential People of 2025' issue

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 01:31:38 UTC

Online users said the alleged honor for the Turning Point USA CEO stood as "an unforgettable moment that captured hearts across the world."

Unraveling claim Adolf Hitler built a ballroom in 1933

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 10:02:13 UTC

The fascist dictator built a ballroom in the garden of the Reich Chancellery in Berlin — beneath it was his first bunker.

Did Marco Rubio confirm Rosie O'Donnell's passport was revoked?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 11:01:39 UTC

In mid-July 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump said he was giving "serious consideration" to "taking away" O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship.

Real video shows rioting and looting at Walmart?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 13:02:00 UTC

The video supposedly showed people grabbing essentials from the retailer because the government "cut off the food stamps."

Rumor has it Mike Johnson's wife's hidden LLC was exposed by Rachel Maddow. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 19:10:39 UTC

This exact story, with Maddow swapped out for Democratic U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas, has spread on Facebook before.

Video from above clouds shaped like a 'wormhole' isn't real footage of Hurricane Melissa

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 21:13:09 UTC

Hurricane Melissa became the strongest hurricane to ever make landfall in Jamaica when it hit the island on Oct. 28, 2025.

Tiger Woods severing business ties with Amazon over Bezos' relationship with Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 23:07:25 UTC

There's no evidence Woods, who hadn't competed in over a year following two back surgeries, even had any endorsements or business ties to Amazon.

Did Mike Johnson say Republicans aren't 'in charge' of the government?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 23:16:10 UTC

In a video shared on social media, Johnson is heard saying, "[Democrats] keep saying Republicans are in charge of the government. We aren't."

Examining rumor Barron Trump had boyfriend named Carlos

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 23:26:09 UTC

Online users claimed in October 2025 that U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son was dating an Argentine ballroom dancer.

Who really broke the Israel-Hamas ceasefire? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-28 23:42:54 UTC

Israel has launched three waves of airstrikes on Gaza since the Trump-brokered ceasefire went into effect.

On this day: October 29

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 00:04:08 UTC

October 29 : Double Ninth Festival in China (2025); Republic Day in Turkey Kalākaua dime 1883 – The San Francisco Mint signed a contract to produce the Kalākaua coinage (coin pictured) for the Hawaiian Kingdom . 1948 – Arab–Israeli War : The Israel Defense Forces massacred at least 52 villagers while capturing the Palestinian Arab village of Safsaf . 1955 – An explosion, likely caused by a World War II–era naval mine , capsized the Soviet ship Novorossiysk in the harbor of Sevastopol , with the loss of 608 men. 1999 – About 10,000 people died when the most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded in the North Indian Ocean made landfall in the Indian state of Odisha near Bhubaneswar . 2007 – Somali pirates hijacked a North Korean ship in the Indian Ocean northeast of Mogadishu . Marie of Romania (b. 1875) Frances Hodgson Burnett (d. 1924) Phan Bội Châu (d. 1940) Primož Roglič (b. 1989) More anniversaries: October 28 October 29 October 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

October 29 Wikipedia featured article

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John Bullock Clark Sr. (April 17, 1802 – October 29, 1885) was an American militia officer and politician. A lawyer with a colorful reputation, he was also an officer in the Missouri militia. During the 1838 Mormon War , Clark was given the Extermination Order . A candidate in the 1840 gubernatorial election , he was later a member of the Missouri state legislature . In 1857, he was elected to the United States House of Representatives . After the American Civil War began in 1861, he became a general in the pro-secessionist Missouri State Guard . He fought against the United States military at the Battle of Carthage and was expelled from the House . Clark later resigned his military commission to join the Provisional Confederate Congress . A Confederate senator for a term, he was not re-appointed due to concerns about his personal behavior. He was subsequently elected to the Confederate House of Representatives. Clark fled to Mexico after the defeat of the Confederacy, but later returned to Missouri. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Siege of Tunis (Mercenary War) "How You Get the Girl " Oriental Stories Archive By email More featured articles About

Australian government reviewing petition that would ban Trump from entering country

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 01:32:07 UTC

Australia has not hosted a visit from a U.S. President since Barack Obama attended the G20 Leader's Summit in Brisbane in 2014.

Is Trump selling pieces of demolished White House East Wing? Breaking down claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 10:01:40 UTC

The claim spread on social media, but nobody in Trump's circle had announced he would sell pieces from the demolition.

'My dad died and we didn't cancel BT Sport for three years - now they won't give our money back'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 10:07:15 UTC

Every week, the Money team answers a reader's financial dilemma or consumer problem - email yours to moneyblog@sky.uk. Today's is… Pic: iStock

New study showed mRNA COVID-19 vaccines help extend cancer survival?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 11:01:41 UTC

The study, published in the journal Nature, showed the jabs provided an immunity boost that helped extend survival for certain skin and lung cancers.

US House didn't pass bill automatically registering men aged 18-26 for draft

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 13:02:04 UTC

There was such a draft provision in the proposed bill; however, it was removed from the final version that was signed into law on Dec. 23, 2024.

Escaped monkeys in Mississippi 'aren't infectious,' Tulane University says

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 16:11:33 UTC

The driver of the crashed truck reportedly told local law enforcement the monkeys were dangerous and "posed a threat to humans."

Baseless rumor about Mike Johnson's alleged Grindr account keeps spreading online

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 16:34:56 UTC

TikTok user @razzledazzlemo raised more than $29,000 for "legal expenses" after claiming to have proof of the House speaker's supposed Grindr account.

Chobani faces class action lawsuit over claims yogurt contains harmful chemicals

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 23:17:29 UTC

A class action complaint alleges that some of Chobani's yogurts contain chemicals called phthalates that have been linked to hormone disruption.

Man jailed in Tennessee after posting meme deriding Trump following Charlie Kirk's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 23:43:54 UTC

The local sheriff accused the man of threatening a school.

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin donated $1.2M to fund homeless support centers?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-29 23:51:48 UTC

According to the story, the alleged initiative would help create 150 housing units and 300 shelter beds for people living in his Ohio hometown.

October 30 Wikipedia featured article

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Cartoon in Punch On 30 October 1858 a batch of sweets poisoned hundreds in Bradford , England. The confectionary had been accidentally adulterated with poisonous arsenic trioxide . About five pounds (two kilograms) of sweets were sold to the public, leading to around 20 deaths and more than 200 people suffering the effects of arsenic poisoning . With increasing urbanisation and the rise in shop-purchased food, adulterants became a growing problem. With the cost of sugar high, replacing it with substitutes was common. For the sweets produced in Bradford, the confectioner was supposed to purchase powdered gypsum , but a mistake at the wholesale chemist meant arsenic was purchased instead. Three men were arrested—the chemist who sold the arsenic, his assistant and the sweet maker—but all three were acquitted after the judge decided that, as it was all accidental, there was no case for any of them to answer. The deaths led to food-adulteration legislation and were a factor in the passage of the Pharmacy Act 1868 . (Full article... ) Recently featured: John Bullock Clark Siege of Tunis (Mercenary War) "How You Get the Girl " Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 30

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October 30 Rudd Concession 1888 – Lobengula , King of Matabeleland , granted the Rudd Concession (pictured) to agents of Cecil Rhodes , leading to the creation of the British South Africa Company . 1960 – At the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh , Michael Woodruff performed the first successful kidney transplantation in the United Kingdom. 1965 – English model Jean Shrimpton wore a controversially short minidress to Derby Day at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, Australia – a pivotal moment of the introduction of the miniskirt to women's fashion. 2010 – American comedians Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert hosted the Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear in Washington, D.C. 2020 – A magnitude-7.0 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea between Greece and Turkey, triggering a tsunami and causing 119 deaths. John Adams (b. 1735) Adelaide Anne Procter (b. 1825) Charles Tupper (d. 1915) Matt Peacock (d. 2024) More anniversaries: October 29 October 30 October 31 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Posts claim US Department of Labor posters mirror Nazi propaganda. Here's what we found

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 01:33:45 UTC

Some of the images had similar characteristics to those seen in Nazi propaganda, but others were inspired by historic U.S. posters and artwork.

Did Jasmine Crockett call for federal investigation into Erika Kirk?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 10:01:41 UTC

Posts claimed Crockett demanded Charlie Kirk's widow be investigated over an alleged money transfer before his death.

Posts claim Croatian nurse who died in apartment wasn't discovered for 42 years. They're mostly right

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 11:01:55 UTC

Hedviga Golik died in her apartment in Zagreb, now the capital of Croatia, between 1966 and 1973. Her body wasn't discovered until 2008.

Is a new ocean forming in Africa?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 13:01:40 UTC

The African continent is gradually splitting apart. Although a new ocean is expected to form as a result, it won't be for millions of years.

Is your buy now, pay later habit denting your mortgage chances?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 14:24:59 UTC

Borrowers with a "perfect credit score" and a "few" buy now, pay later transactions have been declined mortgages, brokers have told Money in an exclusive survey. Pic: istock

Did Kash Patel use government jet for 'date night' with partner? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 18:39:43 UTC

The FBI director is a "required use" traveler, meaning they must fly on government-owned planes for personal and professional travel.

Snoop Dogg saved New York dog shelter?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 19:12:56 UTC

The story was just one of hundreds of inspirational tales that depicted prominent figures performing inspiring acts of kindness.

Old Nancy Mace post supporting same-sex marriage spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 20:24:43 UTC

Years later, while running for South Carolina governor, she posted, "Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve," a slogan for anti-LGBTQ+ campaigns.

Pete Hegseth wasn't named 'CEO of War' after saying 'secretary is a lady job'

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 21:55:27 UTC

Political analyst and commentator Bill Kristol shared the claim.

The controversy over Zohran Mamdani's story about his aunt, explained

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 23:02:23 UTC

The New York City mayoral candidate's anecdote about an aunt who faced Islamophobia after 9/11 prompted accusations that he fabricated the story.

House Speaker Mike Johnson signed bill cutting $186B from SNAP in July 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 23:07:35 UTC

Users shared this true claim amid uncertainty regarding whether Americans would receive federal food benefits during the 2025 government shutdown.

Trump said he instructed Defense Department to start testing nuclear weapons?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-30 23:34:35 UTC

The U.S. hasn't conducted nuclear explosive tests since 1992.

October 31 Wikipedia featured article

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First page of the autograph score Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild ('God the Lord is sun and shield'), is a church cantata for Reformation Day by Johann Sebastian Bach . He composed it in 1725 while Thomaskantor in Leipzig , and led the first performance on 31 October that year. It is possibly his first cantata for the occasion; the text was written by an unknown poet. Bach structured the work in six movements, with an aria following the opening chorus, and a recitative and duet following the first chorale . He scored the work for three vocal soloists, a four-part choir , and a Baroque instrumental ensemble. He achieved a unity within the structure by using two horns not only in the opening but also as obbligato instruments in the two chorales, the first time even playing the same motifs . He performed the cantata again, probably in 1730. He later reworked the music of the opening chorus and a duet again for his Missa in G major and the music of an alto aria for his Missa in A major . (Full article... ) Recently featured: 1858 Bradford sweets poisoning John Bullock Clark Siege of Tunis (Mercenary War) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: October 31

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October 31 : Halloween Martin Luther 475 – Romulus Augustulus took the throne as the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire . 1517 – Martin Luther (pictured) posted his Ninety-five Theses onto the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg , marking the beginning of the Protestant Reformation . 1999 – Australian sailor Jesse Martin arrived in Melbourne, becoming the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe solo , non-stop, and unassisted. 2000 – Singapore Airlines Flight 006 collided with construction equipment while attempting to take off from Chiang Kai-shek International Airport in Taiwan during heavy rain, killing 83 people aboard. 2017 – An Uzbek immigrant drove a rented truck into cyclists and runners in Lower Manhattan , New York City, killing eight people. John Keats (b. 1795) Juliette Gordon Low (b. 1860) Bill Kibby (d. 1942) Chris Chase (d. 2013) More anniversaries: October 30 October 31 November 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Sorry, these images don't show Louvre heist suspects

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 01:31:41 UTC

Post claimed the suspects in the 2025 burglary also stole the hearts of French housewives everywhere.

Digging into Trump's alleged White House bunker plans

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 10:01:58 UTC

Rumors swirled that the president was building a "secret bunker" from which to hide protesters or to serve a third presidential term.

Video showing woman pushed to ground during ICE arrest wasn't filmed at Chicago school

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 11:01:58 UTC

The video from September 2025 recirculated in October as the Trump administration continued its immigration enforcement crackdown in Chicago.

Did Mick Jagger sue Hegseth for $60M after 'explosive live TV clash'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 13:01:52 UTC

According to the rumor, Hegseth mocked Jagger's activism and sneered that he was "an out-of-touch rock relic playing eco-hero for the cameras."

Dictionary.com's 2025 word of the year, '67,' means nothing and everything at once

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 17:46:32 UTC

"67," pronounced "six seven," spread from a rap song, through sports and social media, to classrooms and homes across the U.S. But even the artist who coined it struggles to define it.

USDA claims Democrats voted against SNAP funding 12 times. Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 21:22:50 UTC

Senators repeatedly failed to pass a continuing resolution that would fund federal agencies and services including SNAP, also known as food stamps.

Yes, the US Senate voted to overturn Trump's tariffs on Canada

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 21:25:48 UTC

Republican senators joined the Democrats' effort to end President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian, Brazilian and global imports.

Erika Kirk and JD Vance spark affair rumors, but there's no evidence they're true

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 22:40:34 UTC

Online users alleged people were trying to "replace" Vice President JD Vance's wife, second lady Usha Vance, with Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk.

Toyota refutes Trump's claim about $10B investment in US

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 23:05:42 UTC

During a visit to Japan, Trump claimed that Toyota was going to invest "over $10 billion" to build new auto plants "all over the United States."

Did Sen. Schumer demand $4M for LGBTQ+ campaigns to reopen the government?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 23:21:30 UTC

The claim originated with Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, who repeatedly pinned blame for the shutdown on Democrats.

Did Millie Bobby Brown donate $1M to LGBTQ+ community, saying 'I hope they find a cure'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 23:29:57 UTC

We've heard stranger things.

Border Patrol used tear gas in Chicago neighborhood ahead of Halloween parade. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-10-31 23:59:22 UTC

Following the incident, DHS head Kristi Noem denied a request from Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to pause ICE raids for Halloween.

On this day: November 1

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 00:03:19 UTC

November 1 : Samhain and Beltane in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, respectively; Rajyotsava (Formation Day) in Karnataka , India (1956 ) The Columbus 1141 – After Empress Matilda released her rival King Stephen , he in turn released Robert of Gloucester , her strongest supporter, thus prolonging the Anglo-Norman civil war known as The Anarchy . 1824 – The disposable ship Columbus (pictured) arrived in the The Downs off England, becoming, at that time, the largest vessel to have crossed the Atlantic Ocean. 1914 – World War I : The first contingent of the First Australian Imperial Force departed Albany, Western Australia . 1956 – The Indian states Kerala , Andhra Pradesh , and Karnataka were formally created under the States Reorganisation Act . 1972 – Elvis on Tour , a concert film that documented Elvis Presley 's tour throughout the United States, opened. Lie Kim Hok (b. 1853) Peter Ostrum (b. 1957) Fred Thompson (d. 2015) Lady Elizabeth Shakerley (d. 2020) More anniversaries: October 31 November 1 November 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 1 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 00:03:20 UTC

The African striped weasel (Poecilogale albinucha ) is a small mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, where its range stretches from as far north as Kenya south to South Africa. It belongs in the family Mustelidae and is the lone member of the genus Poecilogale . It has a long, slender body with short legs and a bushy tail. One of the smallest carnivorans in Africa, it measures 24 to 35 cm (9.4 to 13.8 in) long excluding the tail, with males generally larger than females. It has black fur over most of its body, with distinctive white bands running from the top of its head down its back, with the tail being completely white. The closest living relative of this species is the striped polecat , and it may also be related to the extinct Propoecilogale bolti . The African striped weasel is most commonly seen in savanna and veld grasslands with termite mounds , but has also been recorded in semideserts , rainforests , fynbos and even areas used by humans such as pine plantations and agricultural land. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild , BWV 79 1858 Bradford sweets poisoning John Bullock Clark Archive By email More featured articles About

What Vance said about wanting neighbors who speak the same language

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 01:30:32 UTC

The vice president's comments occurred during an interview for a New York Post podcast.

Investigating rumor that Mike Johnson and his son are 'abstinence partners'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 13:01:42 UTC

A social media meme appeared to reference a 2023 story about Johnson’s use of an anti-porn app.

9 rumors we've examined about Mike Johnson

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 18:01:23 UTC

Yes, Johnson called nude cyclists in Portland the "most threatening thing" he's seen. No, there's no evidence he's on Grindr.

Video shows thousands of bald eagles at Missouri veterans cemetery?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-01 23:01:34 UTC

The video was posted by Branson Area Breaking News, a satirical Facebook page.

November 2 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-02 00:01:43 UTC

Allan Walters (2 November 1905 – 19 October 1968) was a senior commander in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Over the course of World War II, Walters led No. 1 (General Reconnaissance) Squadron in Singapore, No. 1 (Fighter) Wing in Darwin , No. 72 Wing in Dutch New Guinea , and Northern Command in Papua New Guinea. He was decorated with the Air Force Cross in 1941 for his work with No. 1 Squadron, and mentioned in despatches in 1944 for his service with No. 72 Wing. Walters was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1946 for his service with Northern Command and later air officer commanding (AOC) Southern Area Command , AOC RAAF Overseas Headquarters in London, Head of the Australian Joint Services Staff in Washington, DC, AOC Home Command , Air Member for Personnel , and AOC Support Command . He was promoted to acting air vice-marshal in 1952 (substantive in 1954), and appointed Companion of the Order of the Bath in 1956 before retiring in 1962. (Full article... ) Recently featured: African striped weasel Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild , BWV 79 1858 Bradford sweets poisoning Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 2

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-02 00:02:50 UTC

November 2 Crew of Expedition 1 1880 – James A. Garfield was elected as president of the United States with the smallest popular-vote margin on record . 1932 – The Australian military began a "war against emus ", flightless native birds blamed for widespread damage to crops in Western Australia . 1949 – The Dutch–Indonesian Round Table Conference ended with the Netherlands agreeing to transfer sovereignty of the Dutch East Indies to the United States of Indonesia . 1994 – A lighting strike ruptured three oil tanks near Dronka , Egypt, causing a flood that killed 469 people. 2000 – As members of Expedition 1 , American astronaut William Shepherd and Russian cosmonauts Sergei Krikalev and Yuri Gidzenko (all pictured) became the first resident crew to arrive at the International Space Station . John J. Loud (b. 1844) William Pūnohu White (d. 1925) Gao Qifeng (d. 1933) Shah Rukh Khan (b. 1965) More anniversaries: November 1 November 2 November 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Reagan signed law requiring emergency health care for undocumented immigrants. Here's what it says

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-02 02:00:59 UTC

The historical fact spread online in October 2025 as Republicans claimed Democrats shut down the government over health care for "illegal aliens."

Posts claim business cards are being laced with burundanga. That's impossible

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-02 14:00:43 UTC

Social media posts framed as a "police warning" directed towards women were vague chain messages without any evidence for their reality.

Black couple patented foundation of modern home security systems in 1969

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-02 19:01:43 UTC

Marie Van Brittan Brown and her husband, Albert, filed for the patent in 1966 and received approval three years later.

Bill Gates said climate change 'will not lead to humanity's demise'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 00:02:19 UTC

Social media users accused Gates of softening his long-standing commitment to mitigating the effects of climate change.

On this day: November 3

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 00:03:20 UTC

November 3 : Constitution Day in the Dominican Republic (2025); Culture Day in Japan George II of Greece 1534 – The Parliament of England passed the first Act of Supremacy , making King Henry VIII head of the Church of England , supplanting the pope and the Catholic Church . 1805 – War of the Third Coalition : The Treaty of Potsdam was signed compelling Prussia to join the coalition if it failed to negotiate peace between Russia and France. 1848 – A new constitution drafted by Johan Rudolph Thorbecke was proclaimed , limiting the powers of the Dutch monarchy . 1935 – Almost 98 percent of reported votes in a Greek referendum supported the restoration of George II (pictured) as King of the Hellenes . 1956 – Suez Crisis : During an invasion of the Gaza Strip , Israeli soldiers shot and killed hundreds of Palestinian refugees and local inhabitants in Khan Yunis . Petronilla de Meath (d. 1324) Rosalie Edge (d. 1900) Karel Zeman (b. 1910) Dawn Marie Psaltis (b. 1970) More anniversaries: November 2 November 3 November 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 3 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 00:04:10 UTC

Rolf Theil Endresen, who documented the Nizaa language Nizaa is an endangered Mambiloid language spoken in the Adamawa Region of northern Cameroon. Most of the language's speakers live in and around the village of Galim in the department of Faro-et-Déo . Nizaa has a complex sound system with 60 consonant phonemes , eleven tones , and a contrast between oral and nasal vowels . In terms of grammar, it is the only Bantoid language that allows multiple verbal suffixes on one verb . It also is neither a head-initial nor head-final language (the head or main element of a clause appears both before and after its modifiers with roughly equal frequency). Nizaa was first extensively documented in the 1980s by Norwegian linguists Rolf Theil Endresen (pictured) and Bjørghild Kjelsvik. The language is endangered , but the exact number of active speakers is unknown, as the last census of speakers took place in 1985, and a 1983 survey reported drastically different figures. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Allan Walters African striped weasel Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild , BWV 79 Archive By email More featured articles About

False robot alien spider story is invading social media

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 03:01:52 UTC

A social media page that frequently posts fabricated stories about alien life shared another outlandish tale about alien robot spiders in Antarctica.

12-year-old boy achieved nuclear fusion from his bedroom in 2018. The FBI visited afterwards

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 11:02:06 UTC

The agency swept Jackson Oswalt's home for radiation in 2018 after he became the youngest person to achieve nuclear fusion.

JCPenney once advertised a tea kettle that some said resembled Hitler

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 12:02:03 UTC

The retailer's billboard went viral in 2013 and was quickly taken down, but not before the item sold out online.

'My wife and I had a fight and she mentioned the d-word - will we have to split my private pension?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 13:16:56 UTC

Every Tuesday, we get an expert to answer your financial problems or consumer disputes - you can WhatsApp us here or email moneyblog@sky.uk. Today's is... Pic: iStock

Did Reagan say fascism would come to America 'in the name of liberalism'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 14:02:11 UTC

The quote often attributed to the former Republican president has made the rounds for years.

Did Steven Tyler send helicopters loaded with aid to Jamaica?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 19:00:29 UTC

The story claimed that within just 24 hours, Tyler organized a fleet of helicopters filled with generators, food, clean water and medical supplies.

The helpful weekly benefit more than 1m Britons are missing out on

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 20:03:21 UTC

Around 1.9 million people in Britain are claiming attendance allowance, according to the latest figures from the Department of Work and Pensions. Pic: iStock

USDA prohibits SNAP discounts during shutdown unless retailers have waivers

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 21:20:25 UTC

The SNAP Equal Treatment Rule prevents retailers from treating food stamp customers differently, but using it in this way appears to be unprecedented.

Investigating rumor Trump spent $3.4M in taxpayer money on 'Great Gatsby' Halloween party

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 21:22:19 UTC

The U.S. president hosted a party at his Mar-a-Lago club in 2025 as millions of Americans feared losing food stamp benefits.

3 Austrian nuns in their 80s left a retirement home to break into their old convent

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-03 22:54:21 UTC

Three Austrian nuns have left a retirement home to break into their old convent — with local support and an Instagram following.

November 4 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 00:01:23 UTC

Reanne Evans , the first woman at the tournament The 2019 Champion of Champions was a professional snooker tournament that took place between 4 and 10 November 2019 at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry , England. It was the ninth Champion of Champions event, the first of which was held in 1978 . The tournament featured 16 participants who had won World Snooker events throughout the prior snooker season. The 2019 Women's World Champion (pictured) competed at the tournament for the first time. As an invitational event, the Champion of Champions tournament carried no world-ranking points. Ronnie O'Sullivan was the defending champion having defeated Kyren Wilson 10–9 in the final of the 2018 event . O'Sullivan lost 5–6 to Neil Robertson in the semi-finals. Robertson defeated reigning world champion Judd Trump 10–9 in the final to win the championship, having required foul shots in the penultimate frame to avoid losing the match. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Nizaa language Allan Walters African striped weasel Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 4

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 00:03:58 UTC

November 4 : National Unity and Armed Forces Day in Italy Yitzhak Rabin 1780 – Túpac Amaru II led a rebellion of Aymara , Quechua , and mestizo peasants in protest against the Bourbon Reforms in the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru . 1924 – In a special election in Wyoming , Nellie Tayloe Ross became the first woman to be elected as a governor in the United States. 1970 – Authorities in California discovered a 13-year-old feral child , pseudonymously known as Genie , who had spent nearly her entire life in social isolation . 1995 – Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin (pictured) was assassinated by Yigal Amir , a right-wing extremist, at a peace rally at Kings of Israel Square in Tel Aviv . 2010 – In the first aviation incident involving an Airbus A380 , Qantas Flight 32 suffered an uncontained engine failure and made an emergency landing at Changi Airport in Singapore with no casualties. Mary, Princess Royal and Princess of Orange (b. 1631) Antoine Le Maistre (d. 1658) Joseph Rotblat (b. 1908) Elsie MacGill (d. 1980) More anniversaries: November 3 November 4 November 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Inspecting rumor Trump officials are moving to military bases for security reasons

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 00:36:03 UTC

The claim stemmed from two separate reports: one from The Atlantic and the other from The New York Times.

Did JD Vance get food stamps as a child? Unpacking the claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 02:32:06 UTC

The vice president wrote about his troubled childhood in his book "Hillbilly Elegy."

Is Erika Kirk pregnant with her 3rd child? Unfounded claim continues to spread online

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 11:01:49 UTC

Despite online rumors, Erika Kirk had not confirmed a pregnancy on social media or in public remarks following her husband's killing.

Does this image show real 'little sea monster'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 12:01:53 UTC

The photo is of a rarely seen deep sea squid. Its "teeth like a human" are actually lips.

Trump's FEMA disaster aid approvals fell largely along party lines in October 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 14:01:54 UTC

In one Truth Social post announcing aid for Alaska, he noted he "won BIG in 2016, 2020, and 2024" within the state.

Did Erika Kirk take Air Force 2 to Ole Miss Turning Point USA event? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 19:50:03 UTC

The claim spread at the same time as a baseless rumor alleging Kirk was having an affair with U.S. Vice President JD Vance.

Did Josh Groban confront Trump about asking band to play song 'You Raise Me Up'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 21:33:55 UTC

Groban previously wrote in 2018 that if he could travel back to when he was 16, he "would warn every man, woman and child in 1998 about Donald Trump."

Part 2: Austrian nuns left a retirement home to break into their old convent

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-04 22:08:30 UTC

Three Austrian nuns leave a retirement home to break into their old convent with local support and an Instagram following.

On this day: November 5

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 00:02:44 UTC

November 5 : Guy Fawkes Night in Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries; Guru Nanak Gurpurab (Sikhism , 2025) Meir Kahane 1556 – At the Second Battle of Panipat , forces of the Mughal emperor Akbar captured Hemu , the Hindu emperor of north India. 1854 – Crimean War : Despite being severely outnumbered, and fighting in heavy foggy conditions, the allied armies of the United Kingdom and France defeated the Russians in present-day Inkerman , Ukraine. 1916 – An armed confrontation in Everett, Washington , between local authorities and members of the Industrial Workers of the World resulted in seven deaths. 1944 – World War II : Allied forces began a military campaign on Japanese-occupied Singapore. 1990 – Ultra-Zionist rabbi Meir Kahane (pictured) was assassinated in a New York City hotel by an Arab gunman. James Clerk Maxwell (d. 1879) Vivien Leigh (b. 1913) Edward Tatum (d. 1975) Eliud Kipchoge (b. 1984) More anniversaries: November 4 November 5 November 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 5 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 00:02:44 UTC

Conspirators of the Gunpowder Plot The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was a failed assassination attempt against King James I of England and VI of Scotland by a group of provincial English Catholics led by Robert Catesby . The plan was to blow up the House of Lords during the State Opening of Parliament on 5 November, as the prelude to a revolt in the Midlands during which James's nine-year-old daughter, Princess Elizabeth , was to be installed as the Catholic head of state . Catesby may have embarked on the scheme after hopes of securing greater religious tolerance under King James had faded, leaving many English Catholics disappointed. His fellow plotters (pictured) were John and Christopher Wright , Robert and Thomas Wintour , Thomas Percy , Guy Fawkes , Robert Keyes , Thomas Bates , John Grant , Sir Ambrose Rookwood , Sir Everard Digby and Francis Tresham . Fawkes was given charge of the explosives. (This article is part of a featured topic : Gunpowder Plot .) Recently featured: 2019 Champion of Champions Nizaa language Allan Walters Archive By email More featured articles About

Was this Lauren Boebert's Halloween costume?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 00:44:52 UTC

Halloween photos appear to show Boebert sporting a sombrero and standing with one man dressed as an ICE agent and another wearing a prison uniform.

US Navy didn't strike Clarence Thomas' yacht near Venezuela, honestly

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 02:31:24 UTC

Keep your Boro(witz) about you.

Lindsey Graham said, 'We're killing all the right people' referring to Republican Party

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 11:00:47 UTC

Social media users expressed outrage over Graham's remarks at a Republican Jewish Coalition summit amid Israel's war in Gaza.

11 rumors about SNAP we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 12:02:00 UTC

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, colloquially known as "food stamps," is the country's largest anti-hunger initiative.

Video shows AI robot manipulating and 'kidnapping' 12 other robots?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 14:01:40 UTC

Surveillance footage appeared to show the bot, reportedly named Erbai, telling its companions to “go home.”

Did the White House make this parody MySpace page mocking Democrats over shutdown?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 16:50:18 UTC

The page titled "MySafeSpace" appeared on the White House website as the federal government shutdown entered its second month.

Did Trump administration use $750M in tariff revenue to keep WIC running?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 19:12:53 UTC

The most recent $450 million cash infusion for WIC could support the program for roughly three weeks, a nonprofit group said.

Yes, this footage shows woman dancing in martini glass at Trump 'Great Gatsby' party

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 19:25:52 UTC

Social media users said the U.S. president hosted a 2025 Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago as millions of Americans faced losing food stamp benefits.

Don't fall for Trump tirade against voters for electing Democrats in Nov. 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 22:19:33 UTC

Democrats won governors races in Virginia and New Jersey and the mayoral race in New York City in elections on Nov. 4, 2025.

Did Kentuckians try to vote in November 2025 when no elections were scheduled?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 22:46:22 UTC

The Kentucky secretary of state reminded voters: “Kentucky votes next year.”

Was Mamdani HQ screen hacked with 'Trump is your president'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-05 23:58:40 UTC

The footage in question actually showed election night news coverage of the president's reaction to the New York mayoral election results.

November 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 00:01:51 UTC

The sieges of Berwick were the Scottish capture of the town of Berwick-upon-Tweed and their subsequent unsuccessful siege of Berwick Castle , and the English siege and recapture of the town. In 1355 the Second War of Scottish Independence had been under way for over 22 years when, encouraged by the French who were fighting the English in the Hundred Years' War , the Scots assembled an army on the border. In September a truce was agreed and much of the English army left to join King Edward III 's campaign in France . In October the Scots broke the truce. On 6 November a Scottish force led by the Earls of Angus and March captured the town of Berwick in a pre-dawn escalade , but failed to take the castle, which they besieged. Edward returned from France and gathered a large army at Newcastle . Most of the Scots withdrew. When the English army arrived in January 1356 the remaining Scots negotiated a safe passage and also withdrew. The English army went on to invade and devastate southern Scotland . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Gunpowder Plot 2019 Champion of Champions Nizaa language Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 00:03:59 UTC

November 6 : Gustavus Adolphus Day in Estonia, Finland, and Sweden Collegium Novum of the Jagiellonian University 1856 – The first story from the collection Scenes of Clerical Life by the English author George Eliot was submitted for publication. 1939 – As part of their plan to eradicate the Polish intellectual elite , the Gestapo arrested 184 professors, students and employees of the Jagiellonian University (location pictured) in Kraków . 1977 – The Kelly Barnes Dam in Stephens County, Georgia , collapsed; the resulting flood killed 39 people and caused US$2.8 million in damages. 2004 – A man committing suicide parked his car on the railway tracks in Ufton Nervet, Berkshire , England, causing a derailment that also killed six people on the train. 2012 – Tammy Baldwin became the first openly gay politician to be elected to the United States Senate . Stanisław Staszic (bap. 1755) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (d. 1893) Ida Lou Anderson (b. 1900) Hilda Braid (d. 2007) More anniversaries: November 5 November 6 November 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Does this video show Walmart 'shoplifter detention' cells?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 02:31:53 UTC

In early November 2025, users shared a video clip allegedly showing people detained in holding cells inside a Walmart store in Branson, Missouri.

Image of Erika Kirk standing on coffin, embracing JD Vance isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 11:01:47 UTC

The AI-generated image was a spoof of a real hug the vice president and Erika Kirk shared on stage at a Turning Point USA event.

Federal Reserve allegedly pumped $29.4B into US banking system. That's not the actual total

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 12:02:03 UTC

People on social media were quick to notice an unusually high amount of repo transactions from the Federal Reserve on Oct. 31, 2025.

Construction company 'called out' Trump over unpaid White House East Wing demolition bills?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 14:01:29 UTC

ACECO, a Maryland-based construction firm, faced intense online criticism for its involvement in the demolition.

Bank of America said 'overwhelming evidence' showed Trump's tariffs fueled US inflation

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 14:17:05 UTC

Economists at the bank said consumers in the U.S. paid 50% to 70% of the cost of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and may continue to do so.

Fake Trump post threatening voting rights spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 15:44:34 UTC

The president did advise against voting for Democratic candidates in Virginia, New Jersey and New York in November 2025.

What to know about claim ISIS endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 19:03:36 UTC

The unlikely endorsement circulated on election day in New York City.

Did Mamdani say city-run grocery stores won't sell alcohol, cigarettes or lottery tickets?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 20:49:20 UTC

New York City's mayor-elect said his proposed stores would not sell lottery tickets or cigarettes, but he did not mention alcohol.

Did Tom Brady say he cloned his dog that died in 2023?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 22:41:31 UTC

The former NFL star is an investor in Colossal Biosciences, which acquired pet-cloning company Viagen.

American Airlines didn't announce it's shutting down

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 22:41:31 UTC

The confusion stemmed from a headline about Kenai Aviation, a small airline serving a handful of Alaskan communities, suspending operations.

Investigating claim JD Vance used food stamps as a child

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-06 22:42:20 UTC

The rumor circulated in late 2025, when a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits despite a government shutdown.

November 7 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 00:01:07 UTC

U2 in 2005 "Slug " is a song by Passengers, a side project of musician Brian Eno and rock band U2 (pictured) . It was released on 7 November 1995 on Passengers' sole release, the experimental album Original Soundtracks 1 . The song was almost left off the album before it was rediscovered later during the recording sessions. Though Eno made most of the creative decisions during the sessions, "Slug" was one of the few tracks that the members from U2 tried to craft themselves. Lyrically, it portrays a desolate soul with the confusion of romance and faith. U2 and Eno tried to create a visual suggestion from the music that was more important than the story within the lyrics. In "Slug", the instrumentation is intended as visual music representing the lights turning on in a city at night. The group primarily drew inspiration for the song from U2's experiences in Tokyo at the conclusion of their Zoo TV Tour in 1993. "Slug" has been praised as one of the best songs on the album by critics from various publications. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Sieges of Berwick (1355 and 1356) Gunpowder Plot 2019 Champion of Champions Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 7

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 00:03:12 UTC

November 7 Sidney Lanier Bridge collapse 680 – The Third Council of Constantinople convened to settle the Christological controversies of monoenergism and monothelitism . 1825 – Jereboam O. Beauchamp murdered Kentucky legislator Solomon P. Sharp ; Beauchamp later became the first person legally executed in the state. 1917 – World War I : British forces captured Gaza following the retreat of the Ottoman garrison. 1972 – A ship collision with the Sidney Lanier Bridge in the U.S. state of Georgia resulted in a bridge collapse (pictured) , which killed ten people. 1987 – Tunisian prime minister Zine El Abidine Ben Ali deposed and replaced President Habib Bourguiba by declaring him medically unfit for the duties of the office. Maldeo Rathore (d. 1562) Thomas Brassey (b. 1805) Emanuele Luigi Galizia (b. 1830) Ri Ul-sol (d. 2015) More anniversaries: November 6 November 7 November 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Alan Dershowitz denies saying he'd 'blow his brains out' if Mamdani became NYC mayor

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 02:31:46 UTC

In an X post, Dershowitz said he'd "continue to oppose" what he called Mamdani's "antisemitic and anti-Israel bigotry," but with his "brains intact."

This Google Earth image doesn't show piles of bodies in Sudan

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 11:00:56 UTC

The satellite photo said to show victims of a massacre in Sudan turns out to depict livestock near a watering site.

Did SNAP benefits increase almost 40% under Biden administration? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 12:01:55 UTC

While the secretary did not elaborate on what, exactly, about SNAP increased by 40%, her claim doesn't make sense no matter how you look at the data.

Investigating claim IDF left behind 'booby-trapped toys' to kill children in Gaza

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 14:02:05 UTC

According to the rumor, Israeli forces left behind explosives disguised as "teddy bears, dolls and colorful balls" to attract and kill children.

Photo shows Trump looking on as man fainted during White House news conference

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 17:20:20 UTC

Trump later reported a man "went down" but "he's fine."

Mamdani said he'd order Netanyahu's arrest if he came to NYC. Here's why that's unlikely to work

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 17:34:56 UTC

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has an International Criminal Court warrant out for his arrest on charges of war crimes in Gaza.

Trump falsely claims ID required for groceries, gas station purchases

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 18:29:23 UTC

The president revived an old falsehood in November 2025, alleging Americans must show ID to buy groceries. This time, he added gas stations.

Did a bear break into Bass Pro Shops store and raid the fish tank?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 18:57:27 UTC

Posts claimed the bear turned a live fish tank into an "all you can eat."

'Curb Your Enthusiasm' footage wasn't primary factor in saving man from death row, his attorney says

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 21:08:43 UTC

According to a long-standing rumor, the footage saved a man wrongly charged with first-degree murder from potentially facing the death penalty.

Louvre's security password was 'Louvre'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 21:18:17 UTC

The information came from a reputable French newspaper's report that cited a confidential security audit of the museum in 2014.

Did the MLB place LA Dodgers' 2025 World Series win under review?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 22:32:56 UTC

The LA Dodgers won the first repeat World Series championship since the 1998-2000 Yankees on Nov. 2, 2025.

Steve Bannon warned Republicans to expect prison if Democrats win in 2028

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 22:40:53 UTC

The prominent Trump ally was speaking at the Conservative Partnership Institute in November 2025.

Posts claim RFK Jr. left the scene of Oval Office medical emergency. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 22:46:53 UTC

Users on social media argued whether Kennedy was leaving to get help or simply “bailing out.”

Marjorie Taylor Greene dismisses 2028 presidential run rumor as 'baseless'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-07 22:49:47 UTC

A NOTUS report suggested Greene was eyeing a 2028 White House run, but the congresswoman rejected the claim.

November 8 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:01:55 UTC

Hensley Henson (8 November 1863 – 27 September 1947) was an Anglican cleric who was Bishop of Hereford from 1918 to 1920 and Bishop of Durham from 1920 to 1939. He gained a first-class degree from Oxford in 1884 and was elected as a fellow of All Souls . Ordained in 1888, Henson served in the East End and Barking , becoming chaplain of Ilford Hospital Chapel in 1895. Appointed rector of St Margaret's, Westminster , and canon of Westminster Abbey in 1900, his tolerance of a wide range of theological views led the Anglo-Catholic wing of the Church of England to try to block his appointment to the see of Hereford. Henson was opposed to strikes, trade unions and socialism, which made him unpopular in the diocese, but some of his opinions changed over time. He came to believe that politicians should not legislate on church matters . He opposed prohibition and Nazi aggression. He supported reform of the divorce laws, the controversial 1928 revision of the Book of Common Prayer and ecumenism . (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Slug" (song) Sieges of Berwick (1355 and 1356) Gunpowder Plot Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 8

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:02:34 UTC

November 8 : Intersex Day of Remembrance Christian II of Denmark 960 – Arab–Byzantine wars : Having been the target of many raids by the Emirate of Aleppo, Byzantine forces led by Leo Phokas the Younger ambushed the Hamdanids and annihilated their army. 1520 – Following a successful invasion of Sweden by Danish forces under Christian II (pictured) , scores of Swedish leaders in Stockholm were later executed despite Christian's promise of general amnesty . 1940 – The Italian invasion of Greece failed as outnumbered Greek units repulsed the Italians at the Battle of Elaia–Kalamas . 1957 – En route from San Francisco to Honolulu, Pan Am Flight 7 crashed into the Pacific Ocean due to unknown causes, killing all 44 people on board. 2013 – Typhoon Haiyan made landfall in the Visayas region of the Philippines, killing at least 6,300 people, making it the deadliest Philippine typhoon recorded in modern history. Nyaungyan Min (b. 1555) Subroto Mukerjee (d. 1960) Dorothy Kilgallen (d. 1965) Tom Anderson (b. 1970) More anniversaries: November 7 November 8 November 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Watch out for video showing British children being instructed to bow and say 'Allahu Akbar'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:22:23 UTC

Online users blindly shared the alleged surveillance camera classroom video without first properly confirming its authenticity.

Does this video show a McDonald's in Missouri falling into sinkhole?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:39:34 UTC

Margaret from Branson Area Breaking News doesn't have the story.

Federal judge hasn't ordered Mike Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:48:46 UTC

The representative-elect and the state of Arizona sued Johnson in October 2025 over his refusal to swear her in.

Adam Sandler stunned billionaires with speech on wealth?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 00:58:35 UTC

An article described a purported incident similar to a scene from a 2002 Sandler movie.

Did Einstein say, 'Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 02:31:02 UTC

Online users have for years — "over and over again" — shared the quote with the famous physicist's name and image.

Missed congeniality: Beauty pageant organiser accused of calling contestant a 'dumbhead'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 03:48:04 UTC

The organiser of Miss Universe has told Sky News he cannot stand down from his position - despite allegations he was aggressive towards a contestant. Nawat

Unpacking reports ICE agents shot US citizen Carlos Jimenez during California stop

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 14:00:42 UTC

News reports said Jimenez asked agents to move away from a bus stop where children would be gathering. Authorities said he reversed toward an agent.

10 rumors we've investigated about Zohran Mamdani

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-08 19:01:41 UTC

Did he propose ending all misdemeanor charges? Did the Islamic State endorse him? Get caught up on the next mayor of New York.

November 9 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 00:01:32 UTC

The Royal Artillery Memorial is a First World War memorial located on Hyde Park Corner in London; it was unveiled on 18 October 1925. Designed by Charles Sargeant Jagger , with architectural work by Lionel Pearson , the memorial commemorates the 49,076 soldiers from the Royal Artillery killed in the First World War . The Royal Artillery War Commemoration Fund, formed in 1918, approached several eminent architects but its insistence on a visual representation of artillery meant that none was able to produce a satisfactory design. They approached Jagger, himself an ex-soldier who had been wounded in the war, and he produced a design that was accepted in 1922. The memorial comprises a cruciform base in Portland stone supporting a sculpture of a howitzer . At the end of each arm of the cross is a sculpture of a soldier—an officer at the front (south side), a shell carrier on the east side, a driver on the west side, and a dead soldier at the rear (north side). The design was controversial when unveiled. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Hensley Henson "Slug" (song) Sieges of Berwick (1355 and 1356) Archive By email More featured articles About

Were Social Security payments renamed 'Federal Benefit Payments'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 00:01:34 UTC

The Social Security Administration has long classified its disbursements as "benefits."

On this day: November 9

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 00:05:14 UTC

November 9 Flag of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic 1822 – USS Alligator engaged three pirate schooners off the coast of Cuba in one of the West Indies anti-piracy operations of the United States . 1913 – A severe blizzard reached its maximum intensity in the Great Lakes Basin of North America, destroying 19 ships and 68,300 tons of cargo, and killing more than 250 people. 1918 – The government of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic adopted a tricolour national flag (pictured) which remains in use today, with slight modifications, by the present-day Republic of Azerbaijan. 1985 – At age 22, Garry Kasparov became the youngest-ever undisputed World Chess Champion by defeating then-champion Anatoly Karpov . 2019 – The Alabama Crimson Tide and LSU Tigers football teams, both with undefeated records thus far that season, played in a "Game of the Century" . Johannes Narssius (b. 1580) Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton (d. 1854) Bob Gibson (b. 1935) Charles de Gaulle (d. 1970) More anniversaries: November 8 November 9 November 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Claim about foldable homeless pods in Iceland falls apart under scrutiny

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 03:01:33 UTC

While there have been real projects to prototype solar-powered pods to shelter homeless people on cold nights, this particular claim isn't true.

Did Trump once say a government shutdown 'means the president is weak'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 14:01:19 UTC

Memes claim the president said in 2013: "A government shutdown falls on the president's lack of leadership." They're not completely accurate.

13 rumors about Erika Kirk that we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-09 19:01:26 UTC

Following the assassination of her husband, Erika Kirk has became the subject of numerous false and unfounded claims.

November 10 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 00:01:36 UTC

Small ivory box showing Merenre's royal titulary Merenre Nemtyemsaf I (died c. 2272 BC) was an Ancient Egyptian pharaoh , the fourth king of the Sixth Dynasty . He ruled Egypt for six to eleven years in the early 23rd century BC, toward the end of the Old Kingdom period . He was the son of his predecessor Pepi I Meryre and queen Ankhesenpepi I , and was in turn succeeded by Pepi II Neferkare , who might have been his son or less probably his brother. Pepi I may have shared power with Merenre in a co-regency at the very end of the former's reign. Merenre is frequently called Merenre I by Egyptologists. Merenre's rule saw profound changes in the administration of the southern provinces of Egypt, with a marked increase in the number of provincial administrators and a concurrent steep decline in the size of the central administration in the capital Memphis . A pyramid complex was built for Merenre in Saqqara , and likely completed prior to his death. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Royal Artillery Memorial Hensley Henson "Slug (song) Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Hitler build a ballroom after coming into power?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 00:01:43 UTC

The leader of the Nazi Party built a ballroom in the garden of the Reich Chancellery in Berlin, which was later destroyed during WWII.

On this day: November 10

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 00:02:35 UTC

November 10 The flag of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald 1202 – Fourth Crusade : The Siege of Zara , the first attack on a Catholic city by Catholic crusaders , began in present-day Zadar , Croatia. 1975 – SS Edmund Fitzgerald (ship banner depicted) sank in Lake Superior , claiming all 29 of her crew's lives. 1995 – Writer and environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight others from the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People were executed by the Nigerian military regime led by Sani Abacha . 2020 – The British government announced that it had removed the last land mine from the Falkland Islands , laid by Argentine forces during the 1982 Falklands War . Władysław Umiński (b. 1865) Richard Burton (b. 1925) Halina Reijn (b. 1975) Klaus Roth (d. 2015) More anniversaries: November 9 November 10 November 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Sorry to rain on your parade, but this red rain didn't fall in Missouri

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 03:01:34 UTC

An AI-generated video appeared to fool thousands of users.

'Incognito mode' isn't as private as you might hope

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 11:02:25 UTC

In November 2025, some Reddit users were shocked to find Google apparently had access to their private browsing sessions.

Founder of Hershey's Chocolate opened boarding school for orphans

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 12:02:09 UTC

Initially for “poor, white orphan boys” the Milton Hershey School is now self-described as “one of the world’s best private schools.”

'Nationwide lost £70,000 for 10 days - they can't tell me where it went and their compensation offer is ridiculous'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 12:30:28 UTC

Over the past two years, we've helped readers get thousands back in refunds and outlined their rights in our Money Problem feature. Today's problem is... Nationwide. Pic: iStock

2025 Government Shutdown: 16 claims we've checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 14:01:04 UTC

In November 2025, the U.S. government entered its second month of shutdown after failing to pass fiscal legislation.

Tax raid on pension contributions coming in budget, reports suggest - here's what it would mean for you

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 17:29:24 UTC

The chancellor is set to trim tax breaks on salary sacrifice schemes that allow workers to make pension contributions without paying national insurance. Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street in central London, ahead of the Budget later this month. Picture date: Tuesday November 4, 2025. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Justin Tallis/PA Wire

How to make most of cheapest holiday months as more than 50 new direct flights unveiled - and when to travel

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 19:55:55 UTC

Colder weather doesn't mean you have to put travel plans on ice. Dusk in Warsaw. Pic: iStock

Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in wasn't canceled after he refused to swear oath on Constitution

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 20:24:34 UTC

The New York mayor-elect appeared in many untrue rumors in November 2025, with no shortage of Facebook commenters believing the claims.

Trump booed at Washington Commanders game?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 22:43:25 UTC

Multiple videos of the event appeared online.

Trump said most Americans would get $2K payments from tariffs revenue. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-10 23:19:37 UTC

Trump said “high income” people would not be getting those purported dividends.

On this day: November 11

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 00:02:18 UTC

November 11 : Armistice Day (known as Remembrance Day in the Commonwealth of Nations and Veterans Day in the United States); Singles' Day in China and Southeast Asia. Ian Smith 1805 – War of the Third Coalition : French, Austrian and Russian units suffered heavy losses at the Battle of Dürenstein . 1920 – In London, the Cenotaph was unveiled and the Unknown Warrior was buried in Westminster Abbey in remembrance of the First World War. 1940 – Second World War : The Royal Navy launched the first all-aircraft ship-to-ship naval attack in history against the Italians in the Battle of Taranto . 1960 – A coup attempt by the Army of the Republic of Vietnam against President Ngô Đình Diệm was crushed after he falsely promised reform, allowing loyalists to rescue him. 1965 – Rhodesia , led by Prime Minister Ian Smith (pictured) , unilaterally declared independence from the United Kingdom. Arsacius of Tarsus (d. 405) George S. Patton (b. 1885) Jeanne Demessieux (d. 1968) Francisco Blake Mora (d. 2011) More anniversaries: November 10 November 11 November 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 11 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 00:02:20 UTC

Gough Whitlam (left) and Malcolm Fraser (right) The 1975 Australian constitutional crisis culminated on 11 November when Governor-General Sir John Kerr dismissed Gough Whitlam of the Australian Labor Party (ALP) as prime minister and appointed Malcolm Fraser , the opposition leader , as caretaker . The Whitlam government had been rocked by scandals and political miscalculations. In October, the Opposition blocked bills in the Senate financing the government, and urged Kerr to dismiss Whitlam unless he agreed to call an election for the House of Representatives . On 11 November, Whitlam intended to call a half-Senate election instead, but when he met with Kerr to seek his approval, Kerr dismissed him as prime minister. Before the ALP parliamentarians knew what had happened, Fraser and his allies secured passage of the appropriation bills and Kerr dissolved Parliament. Fraser and his government were returned with a large majority in the following month's election . Kerr resigned early as governor-general and lived much of his remaining life abroad. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Merenre Nemtyemsaf I Royal Artillery Memorial Hensley Henson Archive By email More featured articles About

Sean Duffy didn't say pilots should 'go with their gut' instead of relying on air traffic controllers

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 00:07:07 UTC

The Federal Aviation Administration cut flights at major airports by 10% as the longest government shutdown continued in November 2025.

Shirt with Nazi salute was briefly sold on Walmart's website

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 00:37:21 UTC

Walmart removed the third-party listings for violating its prohibited products policy following a social media campaign to report the shirts.

Sen. John Kennedy didn't read Zohran Mamdani's 'trust-fund manifesto' on Fox News

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 00:42:06 UTC

Users shared the text of a fabricated story about the Louisiana senator and New York mayor-elect appearing together on Fox's "Hannity" TV show.

Did 'Pine Bluff Historical Museum' wax figure turn out to be mummified missing man?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 02:32:08 UTC

According to the story, tourists joked about how lifelike the figure, nicknamed "Sam the Silent Man," looked.

Will Meta's planned policy update let it read users' DMs starting December 2025?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 11:01:52 UTC

Meta's update to its privacy policy will change what it does with data it already collects from interactions with Meta AI.

Zohran Mamdani faced backlash over 9/11 story about his aunt. Here's what he said

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 12:02:08 UTC

After the mayor-elect said his aunt stopped taking the subway following 9/11 because she didn't feel safe in her hijab, people said he made it up.

Virginia AG-elect Jay Jones sent violent texts about GOP opponent and his children in 2022

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 14:02:18 UTC

Jones admitted to sending the texts and apologized. Ultimately, the controversy did not impact his bid for election.

Why is Veterans Day celebrated on Nov. 11?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 17:18:32 UTC

U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower issued the first "Veterans Day Proclamation" in 1954.

Did Trump admin remove panels honoring fallen Black US soldiers in the Netherlands? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 19:33:02 UTC

The widow of a soldier whose story was featured in one of the panels said it was never meant to be a rotating exhibition.

Watch out for video claiming Obama said Trump is 'dying'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 20:28:02 UTC

The inauthentic video depicted Barack Obama claiming Donald Trump's alleged cognitive and physical decline "isn't just concerning — it's terrifying."

Posts depict real Trump quote: 'Nobody knows what a magnet is'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 22:19:02 UTC

The president made the comment while discussing how manufacturers need magnets to make a variety of products, including vehicles and computers.

No, doctors weren't warning about new 'COVID-25' strain with 'very different signs'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 22:35:02 UTC

Different strains of the COVID-19 virus sometimes come with symptoms that are specific to them.

Did Trump say Kamala Harris would cause 'bread lines'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 22:46:48 UTC

The purported quote circulated online amid a government shutdown that impacted food benefits for millions of Americans.

No evidence DOGE stopped alleged $2.6M annual 'Obamacare' royalty payments to Obama

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-11 22:55:58 UTC

Trump rehashed the rumor from early 2025, but it’s just as fake as when we first reviewed the claim.

November 12 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 00:01:15 UTC

Bejeweled is a 2000 match-three video game developed and published by PopCap Games . The game involves lining up three or more multi-colored gems to clear them from the game board, and was inspired by a similar browser game , titled Colors Game . Originally released in 2000 under the title Diamond Mine as a browser game on the team's official website, Bejeweled was licensed to be hosted on MSN Games under its current name. PopCap released a retail version titled Bejeweled Deluxe in May 2001. Bejeweled has since been ported to many platforms, particularly mobile devices . The game has been commercially successful, having sold more than 10 million copies and been downloaded more than 150 million times. It is credited with popularizing match-three video games and launching the casual games industry, which grew to be worth $3 billion within a decade. The game was followed by a commercially successful series of sequels and spin-offs . (Full article... ) Recently featured: 1975 Australian constitutional crisis Merenre Nemtyemsaf I Royal Artillery Memorial Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 12

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 00:05:23 UTC

November 12 The Battle of Posada 1330 – Led by the voivode Basarab I , Wallachian forces defeated the Hungarian army in an ambush at the Battle of Posada (depicted) . 1920 – The Kingdom of Italy and the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes signed the Treaty of Rapallo to establish national borders east of the Adriatic Sea . 1940 – World War II : Free French forces captured Gabon from Vichy France . 1970 – The deadliest tropical cyclone in history made landfall on the coast of East Pakistan (present-day Bangladesh), killing at least 250,000 people. 2011 – An explosion in the Shahid Modarres missile base led to the deaths of 17 members of the Revolutionary Guards , including Hassan Tehrani Moghaddam , a key figure in Iran's missile program. Auguste Rodin (b. 1840) Liu Shaoqi (d. 1969) Anne Hathaway (b. 1982) Stan Lee (d. 2018) More anniversaries: November 11 November 12 November 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

No, Trump did not move the Resolute Desk from Oval Office to Mar-a-Lago

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 00:33:54 UTC

Evidence overwhelmingly indicated that the historic, 1,300-pound desk remained in place.

Report links ex-Capitol Police officer Shauni Rae Kerkhoff to 'Jan. 6 pipe bomber': What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 00:34:53 UTC

As of this writing, the Blaze News report remained unconfirmed, and federal authorities had not identified Kerkhoff as a suspect.

Did Colombia's president call for The Hague to investigate Trump over boat strikes?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 02:31:37 UTC

In a speech at the U.N., Petro called for criminal inquiry against U.S. officials, including Trump, who were involved in the strikes.

Why false rumors about American Airlines shutting down took flight online

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 11:01:31 UTC

The misunderstanding stemmed from the real closure of a different, much smaller airline.

Pope Leo XIV never said 'to be called woke in a world that sleeps through suffering is no insult'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 12:01:30 UTC

Since Pope Leo XIV's election in May 2025, numerous fabricated quotes have been falsely attributed to him.

Chart allegedly proved Democrat-led cities have more violent crime. We crunched the numbers

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 14:02:00 UTC

Tim Pool's chart is just one example of the countless claims attempting to associate violent crime with a political party.

17 rumors about Trump's relationship with Epstein, fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 19:38:24 UTC

House Democrats have released a trove of new documents that they believe sheds light on the president's connection to the convicted sex offender.

Is the New York Stock Exchange moving to Texas because of Mamdani's win?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 20:11:15 UTC

The rumor spread after self-described democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani won the 2025 New York mayoral election.

Did Trump say George Washington received MRI scan while discussing his own 'perfect' results?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-12 22:38:41 UTC

The president did say he received an MRI scan in October 2025.

November 13 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:01:14 UTC

270 Park Avenue , also known as the JPMorgan Chase Tower and the Union Carbide Building, was a skyscraper in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City . Built in 1960 for Union Carbide , it was designed by the architects Gordon Bunshaft and Natalie de Blois of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). The 52-story skyscraper, which later became the global headquarters for JPMorgan Chase , was demolished in 2021 to make way for a taller skyscraper at the same address . At that time, the Union Carbide Building was the tallest voluntarily demolished building in the world. The building occupied a full city block bounded by Madison Avenue , 48th Street, Park Avenue , and 47th Street . It included a 52-story tower facing Park Avenue to the east and a 12-story annex facing Madison Avenue to the west, along with public plazas. About two-thirds of 270 Park Avenue was built atop two levels of underground railroad tracks, which feed into the nearby Grand Central Terminal . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Bejeweled (video game) 1975 Australian constitutional crisis Merenre Nemtyemsaf I Archive By email More featured articles About

Video shows 'racist cop' kicking Black FBI agent out of coffee shop?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:04:18 UTC

A YouTube account hosting the alleged police body camera video said the incident occurred in Seattle and led to a $6 million lawsuit.

On this day: November 13

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:04:18 UTC

November 13 Nevado del Ruiz 1642 – First English Civil War : Royalist forces engaged the much larger Parliamentarian army at the Battle of Turnham Green near Turnham Green , Middlesex. 1775 – American Revolutionary War : Patriot forces captured Montreal without significant opposition as part of the Invasion of Quebec . 1940 – Walt Disney 's Fantasia , the first commercial film shown with stereophonic sound , premiered at the Broadway Theatre in New York City. 1985 – The volcano Nevado del Ruiz (pictured) erupted, causing a volcanic mudslide that buried the town of Armero , Colombia, killing approximately 23,000 people. 2015 – Coordinated terrorist attacks in Paris perpetrated by the Islamic State killed 130 people and injured 413 others. Dorothea Erxleben (b. 1715) Moshe Pesach (d. 1955) Franz Joseph II, Prince of Liechtenstein (d. 1989) Giovanni Reyna (b. 2002) More anniversaries: November 12 November 13 November 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Epstein email called Trump the 'dog that hasn't barked,' claimed he 'spent hours' with victim

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:10:02 UTC

The email from 2011 was part of thousands of documents released by the Epstein estate in November 2025.

Trump didn't order ICE to arrest 67K NFL fans who booed him

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:31:09 UTC

Many fans booed Trump at an NFL game between the Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions on Nov. 9, 2025.

House Oversight Democrats released Epstein email alleging Trump 'knew about the girls'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 00:47:27 UTC

"Of course he knew about the girls as he asked Ghislaine to stop," Epstein wrote in an email to author Michael Wolff.

SNAP benefits, enrollment didn't increase 40% under Biden. Here's what USDA data says

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 02:31:48 UTC

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins claimed SNAP 'increased almost 40%,' but did not say whether she meant benefits or enrollment. Either way, she's wrong.

Video claiming to show ICE agents deported Pizza Hut employees isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 11:35:17 UTC

The popular Facebook reel received around 40 million views in three days.

Sen. John Kennedy didn't 'execute' AOC, Schumer and other Democratic leaders on C-SPAN

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 12:01:25 UTC

This false story originated from a Facebook page hosting numerous fabricated stories about U.S. Sen. John Kennedy, R-La.

Free flu jabs, Aldi's Ring dupe reviewed and the Money blog's best tips this week

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 13:12:47 UTC

In our Money blog we bring you all the latest consumer and personal finance news - but our team also tells you ways to save your cash. Here we round up the best tips of the week... Pic: iStock

Did Republican senators amend funding bill to allow them to sue government over Jan. 6 investigations?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 14:01:31 UTC

The government funding bill passed by the Senate retroactively allows senators to sue for $500,000 when their data is searched without notifying them.

Karoline Leavitt didn't say Epstein emails were about 'different Donald Trump'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 17:29:11 UTC

Leavitt actually said that emails naming the president "prove absolutely nothing other than the fact that President Trump did nothing wrong."

Don't fall for rumor GOP legislators have audio recordings of Trump crying over Epstein files

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 21:25:53 UTC

According to the rumor, White House lawyers were concerned that Reps. Nancy Mace and Lauren Boebert were going to release the audio publicly.

House Democrats blocked Republican Tim Burchett's motion to get Epstein files 'straight to the floor'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 22:46:34 UTC

Burchett's request required the unanimous consent of the House.

Don't buy into alleged Trump post addressing 'dog that hasn't barked' email from Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 23:16:17 UTC

An alleged post by Trump called the disgraced financier a "total creep" and claimed reports about newly released Epstein emails were "fake stories."

Unpacking the federal ban on certain hemp products included in deal to end shutdown

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-13 23:42:13 UTC

Laws around cannabis in the United States are confusing. Here's what the change might actually mean.

November 14 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 00:00:37 UTC

Elinor Fettiplace (c.1570 – in or after 1647) was an English cookery book writer. Probably born in Pauntley , Gloucestershire into an upper-class land-owning farming family, she married into the well-connected Fettiplace family and moved to a manor house in the Vale of White Horse , Berkshire . In common with many ladies of the Elizabethan era , Fettiplace wrote a manuscript book with details of recipes for dishes and meals, medical remedies and tips for running the household. She dated the work 1604, but it is possible that she began writing it several years earlier, when she was still living with her mother. The book was passed down through her family, initially to her niece, until it was handed to the husband of the twentieth-century writer Hilary Spurling . Fettiplace's husband died in 1615; she moved back to Gloucestershire and married a local man, Edward Rogers, who died in 1623. She lived until at least 1647. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 270 Park Avenue (1960–2021) Bejeweled (video game) 1975 Australian constitutional crisis Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 14

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 00:02:40 UTC

November 14 : World Diabetes Day ; Dobruja Day in Romania Eugene Burton Ely taking off from USS Birmingham 1680 – German astronomer Gottfried Kirch discovered the Great Comet of 1680 , the first comet to be discovered by telescope. 1910 – Aviator Eugene Burton Ely performed the first takeoff from a ship (pictured) , flying from a makeshift deck on USS Birmingham in Hampton Roads , Virginia. 1967 – American physicist Theodore Maiman was given a patent for his ruby laser systems, the world's first laser. 1970 – Southern Airways Flight 932 , chartered by the Marshall University football team , crashed into a hill near Ceredo, West Virginia , killing all 75 people on board. 2010 – Red Bull Racing 's Sebastian Vettel won the Drivers' Championship after winning the final race of the season , becoming the youngest Formula One champion. Fanny Mendelssohn (b. 1805) Claude Monet (b. 1840) Mary Greyeyes (b. 1920) Neil Heywood (d. 2011) More anniversaries: November 13 November 14 November 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Trump call Lauren Boebert and Nancy Mace about Epstein petition? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 00:19:35 UTC

Posts claimed Trump called the GOP congresswomen to urge them to drop their names from a petition seeking a House vote to release the Epstein files.

Trump's Truth Social AI chatbot disputes his false claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 01:01:24 UTC

The chatbot, powered by the Perplexity AI engine, provides factual answers about rising U.S. grocery prices, the 2020 election and other topics.

Email doesn't show Epstein offering girls for sex to Peter Thiel, Gordon Brown among, others

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 02:31:25 UTC

In November 2025, U.S. House Democrats released thousands of pages of documents related to the late, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Posts online claim 12% of US air traffic is private jets. We broke down the data

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 11:01:16 UTC

The statistic spread online amid calls for the FAA to cancel private flights before reducing public air travel amid the 2025 government shutdown.

Dogs in Chernobyl mysteriously turned blue?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 12:02:28 UTC

Blue's Clues: now in Chernobyl!

Don't buy claim that Trump proposed 15-year car loan

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 14:01:22 UTC

A graphic claiming the U.S. president had proposed a 15-year car loan stemmed from an X account known to post satirical content.

Why John Fetterman death hoax spread online after fall sent him to hospital

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 18:56:40 UTC

An X user who started the rumor previously shared the same death hoax about the Pennsylvania U.S. senator in 2023 and 2024.

What Megyn Kelly said about Epstein victims and whether he was a pedophile

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 22:26:06 UTC

She said she was quoting someone close to the Epstein case.

Epstein's brother sent email about Trump 'blowing' someone named 'Bubba'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-14 23:14:22 UTC

Some people online claimed "Bubba" referenced Bill Clinton, but that hasn't been confirmed.

November 15 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 00:01:18 UTC

The Aston Martin DB11 is a two-door grand touring car. It was manufactured as both a coupe and a convertible , the latter known as the Volante. The British carmaker Aston Martin produced the DB11 from 2016 to 2023 and was replaced by the DB12 . The DB11 succeeded the DB9 , which was made between 2004 and 2016. Designed by Marek Reichman , who became Aston Martin's lead designer in 2005, the DB11 debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016. The first model of Aston Martin's "second-century plan", the DB11 incorporates aluminium extensively throughout its body. Manufacture of the DB11 began at the Aston Martin facility in Gaydon , Warwickshire, in September 2016. Two engine configurations of the DB11 were available: a 4.0-litre V8-engine model produced by Mercedes-AMG and a 5.2-litre V12-engine model produced by Aston Martin . In 2018, Aston Martin replaced the DB11 V12 with the DB11 V12 AMR, which brought an increased engine output. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Elinor Fettiplace 270 Park Avenue (1960–2021) Bejeweled (video game) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 15

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 00:04:14 UTC

Wikimedia template November 15 William Tecumseh Sherman 655 – Penda of Mercia and Æthelhere of East Anglia were defeated by Oswiu of Northumbria at the Battle of the Winwaed in Yorkshire , England. 1864 – American Civil War : Union army general William Tecumseh Sherman (pictured) began his March to the Sea , inflicting significant damage to property and infrastructure using scorched-earth tactics on his way from Atlanta to Savannah, Georgia . 1908 – As a result of numerous atrocities in the territory , the Congo Free State was annexed to Belgium to form the Belgian Congo . 1922 – Fountain of Time , in Chicago's Washington Park , was dedicated as a tribute to 100 years of peace between the United States and Great Britain following the Treaty of Ghent . 2000 – Edoardo Agnelli , son of the industrialist patriarch Gianni Agnelli , was found dead under a bridge on the outskirts of Turin , Italy. Johannes Kepler (d. 1630) Eugénie Hamer (b. 1865) Howard Baker (b. 1925) Yuriko, Princess Mikasa (d. 2024) More anniversaries: November 14 November 15 November 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Government funding bill cuts food safety regulations. See the provisions for yourself

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 00:13:10 UTC

The bill prohibited the FDA from enforcing regulations aimed at increasing traceability of the supply chain, among other rules.

Did ICE attempt to deport a Native American woman?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 00:55:55 UTC

Iowa authorities held Leticia Jacobo for ICE, later saying they mistook her for someone with the same last name.

Does this video show Russian man in boat rescuing bear cub clinging to drifting tree trunk?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 00:58:53 UTC

The clip allegedly showed a man wearing an orange vest guiding his boat to a bear cub in need of a helping hand.

Was a 91-year-old woman arrested after stealing pricey heart medication for her husband?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 02:31:42 UTC

According to the rumor, the woman stole the medication after its price skyrocketed.

John Fetterman wasn't targeted in 'deep state assassination plot'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 14:02:22 UTC

Facebook users shared a story claiming a Democratic Party-led "deep state assassination plot" involving the Pennsylvania U.S. senator had been foiled.

13 rumors about Zohran Mamdani, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-15 19:02:00 UTC

Here are our latest fact-checks on the youngest New York mayor in more than a century.

November 16 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 00:01:56 UTC

Scarlett Johansson Black Widow is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics . Created by editor Stan Lee , scripter Don Rico , and artist Don Heck , the character debuted as an enemy of Iron Man in 1964. She reformed into a hero in The Avengers in 1966. Black Widow has been the main character in several comic titles since 1970, receiving her own Black Widow series in 1999. She also frequently appears as a supporting character in The Avengers and Daredevil . Natalia Alianovna "Natasha Romanoff" Romanova was introduced as a spy for the Soviet Union until she defected to the United States. Her stories often explore her struggle to define her own identity as a spy and the trauma she endured from her life of training in the Red Room , a Soviet training facility. Black Widow has been adapted into a variety of other media, including film, animated series, and video games. A version of the character was portrayed by Scarlett Johansson (pictured) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Aston Martin DB11 Elinor Fettiplace 270 Park Avenue (1960–2021) Archive By email More featured articles About

Is this a real Jack White response to 'thin skinned' White House after it insulted him?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 00:01:56 UTC

The rock musician has frequently criticized U.S. President Donald Trump since the latter entered politics.

On this day: November 16

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 00:04:45 UTC

November 16 Andrew Doria 1776 – American Revolutionary War : A Dutch fort on Sint Eustatius fired The First Salute to an American brig (pictured) , marking the first international recognition of the American flag. 1885 – After a five-day trial following the North-West Rebellion , Louis Riel , a Canadian Métis leader and "Father of Manitoba ", was hanged for high treason. 1938 – Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann first synthesized the psychedelic drug LSD in Basel , Switzerland. 1967 – Aeroflot Flight 2230 crashed after takeoff from Koltsovo Airport , Russia, killing all 107 people aboard. 1981 – About 30 million people watched the fictional couple Luke Spencer and Laura Webber wed on the television show General Hospital in the highest-rated hour in American soap opera history. Ælfric of Abingdon (d. 1005) Charles-Antoine Campion (b. 1720) Clark Gable (d. 1960) Hannah Hampton (b. 2000) More anniversaries: November 15 November 16 November 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Hershey's Chocolate founder opened boarding school for orphaned boys in 1909

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 03:01:30 UTC

The Milton Hershey School is still in operation with over 2,100 students.

Look out for fake photo of Trump kissing young girl

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 14:02:11 UTC

The image began circulating again following the November 2025 release of thousands of pages of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents by House Democrats.

20 Facebook, Meta rumors we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-16 19:01:10 UTC

From fake posts to evolving policies and prevalent scams, Snopes has done numerous dives into the social media giant.

November 17 Wikipedia featured article

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Alicella gigantea Alicella gigantea is a giant species of amphipod that lives in the deep sea . It is sometimes referred to as the "supergiant amphipod", with some individuals of this species reaching 34 cm (13 in) in length, making it the world's largest species of amphipod. The large body size is sometimes presented as an example of abyssal gigantism , though the specifics of this trait remain under investigation. Its genome is exceptionally large, which may be linked to the large size of the body. The species lives only at 4,850–7,000 m (15,910–22,970 ft) in depth. Although rarely encountered, A. gigantea is considered cosmopolitan and may inhabit up to 59% of the world’s oceans. It is primarily a scavenger of carrion, although the diet varies with age. It has been inferred that individuals of this species have long life spans and can live for over 10 years. Despite its isolation from the surface, human pollutants such as DDT and chlordane have been detected in specimens. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Black Widow (Natasha Romanova) Aston Martin DB11 Elinor Fettiplace Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Florida man attempt to cross the Atlantic in hamster wheel?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 00:01:56 UTC

His 2023 transatlantic journey was cut short by the U.S. Coast Guard, but it may not be his last.

On this day: November 17

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 00:04:53 UTC

November 17 14th Dalai Lama 1592 – Sigismund III Vasa , who was already King of Poland , succeeded his father John III as King of Sweden . 1921 – Rioting broke out in Bombay, India, during the visit of Edward, Prince of Wales , leading to at least 58 deaths. 1943 – World War II : Australian forces launched an assault on Sattelberg , New Guinea, against Japanese forces, initiating the Battle of Sattelberg . 1950 – The 14th Dalai Lama (pictured) assumed full temporal power as ruler of Tibet at the age of 15. 2013 – Tatarstan Airlines Flight 363 crashed during an aborted landing at Kazan International Airport , Russia, killing all 50 people on board and leading to the revocation of the airline's operating certificate . Zanobi Strozzi (b. 1412) Bernardo Bellotto (d. 1780) Ng On-yee (b. 1990) Rikard Wolff (d. 2017) More anniversaries: November 16 November 17 November 18 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Rumor has it NYPD officers coordinated mass resignation after Mamdani's win. That's not true

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 03:01:28 UTC

A number of factors have contributed to low morale and a dipping workforce among New York City's police.

Did Trump spend Thanksgiving with Epstein in 2017? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 11:02:31 UTC

Emails between Epstein and an acquaintance suggested Epstein and Trump both spent Thanksgiving 2017 in Palm Beach.

Photo shows Trump shaking hands with former al-Qaida leader

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 12:01:30 UTC

Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa led al-Qaida's affiliate in Syria in the mid-2010s.

Did trail camera capture wolf protecting piglets from mountain lion?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 14:01:29 UTC

According to the story, a local farmer one night "heard panicked squeals and a roar echo through the trees." Then, he checked his trail camera.

Trump didn't post on Truth Social that '14 is old enough to make your own decisions'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 19:18:45 UTC

Trump allegedly also wrote, "ALL THAT STUFF WITH EPSTEIN WAS A LONG TIME AGO!! EVERYONE JUST NEEDS TO MOVE ON!!"

Don't fall for rumor pro-Trump Montana town lit 'pedophile bonfire' to burn MAGA merch

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 20:16:19 UTC

The claim spread after a House committee released thousands of documents related to convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Real photo of Trump and Bill Clinton shared with false claim about groping

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 21:53:23 UTC

The two presidents were photographed together at the U.S. Open in 2000.

Unpacking claim photo shows US flag touching the ground at White House

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 22:44:14 UTC

According to the United States flag code, the national flag should never be allowed to touch the ground.

Why fake photo of man wearing 'I don't care if Trump is a pedophile' T-shirt spread online

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-17 23:26:28 UTC

People shared the image following the November 2025 release of a trove of documents related to deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

November 18 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 00:02:29 UTC

Uncanny Tales was a Canadian science fiction pulp magazine edited by Melvin R. Colby that ran from November 1940 to September 1943. It was created in response to the wartime reduction of imports on British and American science-fiction pulp magazines . Initially it contained stories only from Canadian authors, with much of its contents supplied by Thomas P. Kelley , but within a few issues Colby began to obtain reprint rights to American stories from Donald A. Wollheim and Sam Moskowitz . Moskowitz reported that he found out via an acquaintance of Wollheim's that Colby had been persuaded by Wollheim to stop buying Moskowitz's submissions. The first issue was digest-sized , and was printed in green ink. For the first four issues the format remained unchanged, and almost all the stories were by Kelley or other Canadian writers. Paper shortages forced the magazine to shut down after less than three years. It is now extremely difficult to find printed copies. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Alicella Black Widow (Natasha Romanova) Aston Martin DB11 Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 18

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 00:03:23 UTC

November 18 Susan B. Anthony 1210 – Otto IV , Holy Roman Emperor , was excommunicated by Pope Innocent III after Otto commanded him to annul the Concordat of Worms . 1865 – "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County " was published, becoming the first great success of American author Mark Twain . 1872 – American suffragette Susan B. Anthony (pictured) was arrested and later fined $100 for having voted in the presidential election two weeks earlier. 1987 – An underground fire killed 31 people at King's Cross St Pancras tube station in London. 2011 – The sandbox video game Minecraft exited beta with the official release of version 1.0. Thomas of Bayeux (d. 1100) Asa Gray (b. 1810) Adam Weishaupt (d. 1830) Wilma Mankiller (b. 1945) More anniversaries: November 17 November 18 November 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Video of Trump kissing Clinton's crotch was created using AI

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 00:13:20 UTC

The AI-generated video brought to life an authentic photo showing Donald Trump and Bill Clinton at the U.S. Open in September 2000.

Did Waze donate to Trump's inauguration and White House ballroom? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 02:32:28 UTC

The popular navigation app is a subsidiary of Google, which contributed $1 million to the Trump-Vance inauguration.

Digging into Mount Rushmore's troubled, bloody history

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 11:00:30 UTC

The famed monument has a connection to the KKK as well as suppression of Native American people.

Beware of image showing Trump kissing young girl

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 12:09:47 UTC

Following the November 2025 release of thousands of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, the image began making the rounds again.

7 rumors about Epstein's emails, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 14:34:26 UTC

In November 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives released more than 20,000 documents related to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender.

'My husband died before getting his state pension. Am I entitled to any of it?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 14:40:01 UTC

Every Tuesday, we get an expert to answer your financial problems or consumer disputes - you can WhatsApp us here or email moneyblog@sky.uk. Today's is... Pic: iStock

Did Trump call a reporter 'piggy' on Air Force One?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 20:49:06 UTC

The reporter was asking about the release of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's files.

Did Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent say migrants bringing diseased cows are behind high beef prices?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 22:13:03 UTC

Bessent was talking to Maria Bartiromo on her Fox Business show "Sunday Morning Futures."

Trump quote about bathrooms and water pressure during McDonald's speech is authentic

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 22:33:35 UTC

The president took a detour from addressing the economy to speak about bathroom activity.

Trump called Jeffrey Epstein's island a 'cesspool' in 2015?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 23:25:43 UTC

"That island was really a cesspool," Donald Trump said in 2015. "There's no question about it. Just ask Prince Andrew. He'll tell you about it."

What we know about claims USDA found thousands of dead and double-enrolled people on SNAP

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-18 23:31:24 UTC

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said the numbers came from SNAP recipient data from 29 "Red" states.

November 19 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 00:01:06 UTC

Adele "Water Under the Bridge " is a song by the English singer Adele (pictured) from her third studio album 25 (2015). Adele wrote the song with its producer, Greg Kurstin . Columbia Records released the track as the album's fourth single on 14 November 2016. A mid-tempo pop , soul and soft-rock song, "Water Under the Bridge" incorporates influences of 1980s music , R&B and a gospel choir over guitars and snare drums . Inspired by her relationship with the charity founder Simon Konecki, who Adele dated for seven years and married in 2018, the song speaks of forgiveness and details the crucial point in a courtship of determining whether one's partner is willing to put in the work to make it succeed. Music critics praised Adele's vocal performance, though some thought it was too loud and criticised some of the production choices. It reached number one in Israel and the top ten in Poland, Belgium and Iceland and gained Platinum or higher certifications in Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Uncanny Tales (Canadian pulp magazine) Alicella Black Widow (Natasha Romanova) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 19

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 00:05:00 UTC

November 19 : International Men's Day ; World Toilet Day ; Liberation Day in Mali (1968 ) Ronald Reagan (left) and Mikhail Gorbachev in Geneva 1863 – American Civil War : U.S. president Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . 1942 – World War II : Soviet troops launched Operation Uranus at the Battle of Stalingrad with the goal of encircling Axis forces, turning the tide of the battle in their favour. 1985 – The first of five summits (pictured) between Soviet general secretary Mikhail Gorbachev and U.S. president Ronald Reagan began in Geneva. 2005 – Iraq War : A group of United States Marines massacred 25 people in the town of Haditha . 2010 – The first of four explosions occurred at the Pike River Mine in the West Coast in New Zealand's worst mining disaster in nearly a century. Nicolas Poussin (d. 1665) Jean-Antoine Nollet (b. 1700) Mikhail Kalinin (b. 1875) Rosalynn Carter (d. 2023) More anniversaries: November 18 November 19 November 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Watch out for story about missing boy Jacob Riley walking with wolves

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 02:32:51 UTC

There was no evidence of a missing Georgia toddler by that name. A video shared on social media was likely created using AI tools.

Did NYC break world record for real estate listings after Mamdani's win?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 11:02:00 UTC

The number apparently came from a real estate magnate, Joe Barron, a consistent character in America's Last Line of Defense's satirical posts.

Did Mike Johnson donate his entire salary to charity? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 12:02:01 UTC

The House speaker has never reported a bank account on his financial disclosures, making it difficult to know exactly how much money he has.

Dyson in the dock over busted £350 fan - will its fob-off hold?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 12:21:25 UTC

The Money team is answering your Money Problems as part of our Consumer Rights Week... Pic: iStock

'British Airways lost our luggage on dream US road trip - but they won't pay up'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 12:25:17 UTC

The Money team is answering your Money Problems as part of our Consumer Rights Week... A Boeing 777 with British Airways designs, with five other planes lined up behind. File pic: iStock

'A company never sent me my £180 veteran's blazer - what can I do now?'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 12:31:15 UTC

The Money team is answering your Money Problems as part of our Consumer Rights Week... Woman online shopping on smart phone fashion clothes at home

'It's not just overspending, it's M&S overspending': Supermarket defends £195 beef wellington

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 13:42:24 UTC

M&S has defended the price of a £195 beef wellington made by chef Tom Kerridge. The Collection Fillet of British Beef Wellington by Tom Kerridge. Pic: M&S

7 rumored images of Trump with underage girls we've debunked

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 14:01:23 UTC

After the House Oversight Committee released documents from Jeffrey Epstein's estate in late 2025, fake images of Trump spread online.

Rumor has it leaked phone call features Trump panicking about Epstein files. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 20:38:53 UTC

In the alleged recording, Trump could purportedly be heard saying, "Just don't let 'em get out. If I go down, I will bring all of you down with me."

Did ICE employee say 'I'm ICE, boys,' when arrested in underage sex sting?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 21:03:11 UTC

Police in Bloomington, Minnesota, arrested 16 people in the case, including a civilian ICE employee, the city's police chief said.

Video shows CBP agent in Charlotte smashing car window with rifle during arrest

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 22:59:51 UTC

The video circulated as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security ramped up immigration enforcement action in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Beware rumor Macy's canceled 2025 Thanksgiving parade because of Mamdani

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 23:14:38 UTC

The source of the claim failed to mention that New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani would not take office until the start of 2026.

Epstein email said Trump was a bad person: 'Not one decent cell in his body'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-19 23:29:59 UTC

In the 2017 email released by the House Oversight Committee, Jeffrey Epstein wrote, "'i have met some very bad people' none as bad as trump."

November 20 Wikipedia featured article

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Judges' bench at the Nuremberg trials The Nuremberg trials were held jointly by the United States, Soviet Union, France, and the United Kingdom against representatives of the defeated Nazi Germany in the aftermath of World War II . Between 20 November 1945 and 1 October 1946, the International Military Tribunal tried 22 of the most important surviving Nazi leaders, with the main charge the newly invented and retroactively applied crime of plotting and carrying out invasions, although various German atrocities (especially the Holocaust ) were also condemned. The purpose of the trial was not just to convict the defendants but also to assemble irrefutable evidence of Nazi crimes, offer a history lesson to the defeated Germans, and delegitimize the traditional German elite. Although criticized at the time for legal innovation and selective prosecution, the trial has come to be recognized as "the true beginning of international criminal law ". (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Water Under the Bridge " Uncanny Tales (Canadian pulp magazine) Alicella Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 20

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 00:03:28 UTC

November 20 : Transgender Day of Remembrance 1820 – The American whaleship Essex sank 2,000 nautical miles (3,700 km ) west of the western coast of South America after it was attacked by a sperm whale , an event which inspired the novel Moby-Dick by Herman Melville (pictured) . 1917 – First World War : The Battle of Cambrai began with British forces having initial success over Germany's Hindenburg Line . 1985 – Windows 1.0 was released, the first Microsoft Windows operating system available to the public. 1990 – Andrei Chikatilo , one of the Soviet Union's most prolific serial killers , was arrested in Novocherkassk . 2003 – Suicide bombers blew up the British consulate and the headquarters of HSBC Bank in Istanbul, killing 31 people, including consul general Roger Short and actor Kerem Yılmazer . Theoktistos (d. 855) Clytus Gottwald (b. 1925) Robert F. Kennedy (b. 1925) Cri-Zelda Brits (b. 1983) More anniversaries: November 19 November 20 November 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Was Jan. 6 rioter Andrew Paul Johnson arrested on child molestation charges after being pardoned by Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 00:23:45 UTC

Andrew Paul Johnson was sentenced to a year in prison for his role in the Capitol riot.

Real Vance post about Epstein from 2021 spreads online after email release

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 02:32:09 UTC

Despite his now boss' numerous documented ties to the late financier-turned-sex-criminal, Vance said in 2025 that Donald Trump had "nothing to hide."

Did Congress block Trump's access to taxpayer funds until he paid company that demolished East Wing?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 11:01:42 UTC

According to one story, Congress acted after a court ordered Trump to pay a demolition company its balance, plus $500,000.

Breaking down claim renaming Defense Department would cost more than housing every homeless veteran

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 12:01:41 UTC

The Department of Veterans Affairs' budget for homelessness programs was $3.2 billion in fiscal year 2025.

Unpacking claim Trump's 'spiritual adviser' was arrested on child molestation charge

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 14:01:37 UTC

Morris once served on Trump's evangelical advisory board, but the White House denied claims that he was the president's current spiritual adviser.

What we know about rumor Bill and Hillary Clinton refused to sit for Epstein depositions

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 19:18:47 UTC

The government shutdown delayed proceedings into Congress' investigation of the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Mamdani isn't requiring NYC students to 'learn Arabic numerals.' They already do

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 22:20:36 UTC

You can't introduce something that has already been in use for centuries.

Trump accused some Democrats of 'seditious behavior, punishable by death' in post

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 23:17:32 UTC

Trump's post responded to a joint video in which six Democratic members of Congress urged U.S. service members to defy unlawful orders.

No, Sen. John Kennedy did not argue with Hillary Clinton during Senate hearing in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-20 23:38:24 UTC

Multiple fictional stories pitting Kennedy against various prominent Democrats, including Clinton, have been shared widely online in recent weeks.

November 21 Wikipedia featured article

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Memorial to Canadian soldiers killed in the crash The Canoe River train crash occurred on November 21, 1950, near Valemount in eastern British Columbia , Canada. A westbound troop train collided head-on with the eastbound Canadian National Railway 's Continental Limited , and 21 people were killed. Of these, 17 were Canadian soldiers en route to the Korean War (memorial pictured) . The investigation found that the order sent to the troop train was missing crucial words, causing the troop train to proceed rather than halt on a siding, which caused the collision. A telegraph operator, John Atherton, was charged with manslaughter ; the prosecution alleged that he was negligent. His family hired his member of Parliament , John Diefenbaker , as defence counsel. Diefenbaker obtained Atherton's acquittal, which became an asset during his political rise to become prime minister of Canada. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Nuremberg trials "Water Under the Bridge " Uncanny Tales (Canadian pulp magazine) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 21

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 00:08:11 UTC

November 21 : Armed Forces Day in Bangladesh Manzanar 1620 – The Mayflower Compact , the first governing document of the Plymouth Colony , was signed by 41 of the Mayflower ' s passengers while the ship was anchored in what is now Provincetown Harbor . 1920 – Irish War of Independence : On Bloody Sunday in Dublin, the IRA assassinated a group of British intelligence agents , and British forces killed 14 civilians at a Gaelic football match at Croke Park . 1945 – Manzanar (pictured) , a camp in California for the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II , was closed. 1980 – A fire broke out at the MGM Grand Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada , killing 85 people and injuring 650 others. 2015 – The Belgian government imposed a four-day security lockdown in Brussels based on information about potential terrorist attacks. Henry Purcell (d. 1695) James Hogg (d. 1835) Joe Darling (b. 1870) Carly Rae Jepsen (b. 1985) More anniversaries: November 20 November 21 November 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Video of Samuel the sanitation worker saving baby from garbage truck is AI. Here's how we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 00:59:36 UTC

The story began, "He was just about to pull the lever on the compactor. Then he heard a cry that didn't belong …"

No, photo doesn't show Algerian migrants in sheep costumes arrested while trying to sneak into Spain

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 02:31:57 UTC

The picture actually showed people dressed as Shaun the Sheep, the eponymous character from the animated children's television series.

Real photo showing Epstein accuser Chauntae Davies giving Clinton shoulder massage swirls online again

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 11:01:21 UTC

Davies, 22 years old at the time, reportedly said the former president was a "perfect gentleman."

US grocery prices hit record high for family of four in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 12:02:01 UTC

Some online users discussed blame for the rising prices by mentioning U.S. President Donald Trump and former President Joe Biden. Here's what we know.

Has Biden's $42B broadband equity program connected no one to the internet?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 14:02:04 UTC

While the BEAD program hadn't connected anyone yet, government officials were still inching it closer to connecting people in the near future.

Beware rumor Obama was participant in 'ritualistic orgy empire' on Epstein's island

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 21:01:41 UTC

Facebook and X users shared the alleged news, claiming U.S. President Donald Trump was "poised to crush the elite cover-up."

What we know about Coast Guard's policy update on swastikas, other hate symbols

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 22:33:52 UTC

According to a November 2025 Coast Guard policy, symbols like swastikas and nooses were "potentially divisive" rather than hate symbols.

Google AI can access some content from Gmail and chats. Here's how to opt out

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-21 23:28:19 UTC

Google's AI can use emails and chats at different levels if users let it. But it's easy to opt out.

November 22 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 00:01:41 UTC

Seminole family in Indian camp, 1916 The indigenous people of the Everglades region arrived in the Florida peninsula 15,000 years ago. The Paleo-Indians found an arid landscape. Climate changes 6,500 years ago brought a wetter landscape, and the Paleo-Indians slowly adapted to the new conditions. Archaeologists call the cultures that resulted Archaic peoples , from whom two major tribes emerged: the Calusa and the Tequesta . Spanish explorers sought to convert and conquer them. Isolated groups may have been assimilated into the Seminole nation, which formed in northern Florida when a band of Creeks consolidated surviving members of pre-Columbian societies in Florida into their own to become a distinct tribe. Seminoles were forced into the Everglades by the U.S. military during the Seminole Wars from 1835 to 1842. Seminoles continue to live in the Everglades region, and support themselves with casino gaming on six reservations located throughout the state. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Canoe River train crash Nuremberg trials "Water Under the Bridge " Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 22

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 00:01:42 UTC

November 22 King Juan Carlos I of Spain 1718 – The pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle by a boarding party of British sailors off the coast of the Province of North Carolina . 1873 – The French steamship Ville du Havre collided with a Scottish iron clipper in the North Atlantic and sank with the loss of 226 lives. 1910 – The crews of three Brazilian warships – all commissioned only months before – and several smaller vessels mutinied against perceived "slavery" being practised in the Brazilian Navy . 1975 – Two days after the death of Francisco Franco , Juan Carlos I (pictured) was declared King of Spain according to the law of succession promulgated by Franco. 1995 – Toy Story , the first feature film created using only computer-generated imagery , was released in theaters in the United States. Antipope Felix II (d. 365) Émile Lemoine (b. 1840) Tina Weymouth (b. 1950) Kim Young-sam (d. 2015) More anniversaries: November 21 November 22 November 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is this photo of Trump wearing a bathrobe across bed real?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 00:17:47 UTC

Users reposted the picture amid the president's signing of a bill to release case files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Inspecting claim Education Department stopped counting nursing, other programs as 'professional degrees'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 00:44:33 UTC

The department's proposal may impact how much money student loan borrowers can receive depending on the graduate degree they choose.

Authentic pics of Usha Vance without her wedding ring?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 01:00:49 UTC

On Nov. 19, 2025, rumors swirled after the second lady stepped out without her wedding ring.

Amazon's sending users payments from FTC settlement: What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 02:31:17 UTC

The safest way to handle an FTC settlement email apparently from PayPal is to not click any links and instead go directly to PayPal's website.

Watch out for video claiming racist woman called cops on Boston police chief

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 14:02:28 UTC

Posts sharing the story got even the most basic of details wrong.

13 rumors about Chuck Schumer we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-22 19:02:19 UTC

The Democratic U.S. Senator from New York has been the subject of many rumors over the decades he's been in elected office.

November 23 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 00:01:41 UTC

The Yeti are fictional robots from the long-running British science fiction television series Doctor Who . They were originally created by the writers Henry Lincoln and Mervyn Haisman and first appeared in the 1967 serial The Abominable Snowmen . The Yeti resemble the cryptozoological creatures also called the Yeti . In the series' fictional universe, these robot Yeti serve the Great Intelligence , a formless entity with mysterious origins, and are used by the Intelligence to aid in its invasions. Following this debut appearance, the Yeti only had one other major appearance, in the 1968 serial The Web of Fear . The Yeti were a replacement for the Daleks , another popular antagonist that had recently been written out of the series. The concept arose as a result of a discussion between the then–lead actor Patrick Troughton , Lincoln and Haisman. Already popular monsters at the time of their introduction, the Yeti became even more popular with their second appearance. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Indigenous people of the Everglades region Canoe River train crash Nuremberg trials Archive By email More featured articles About

Epstein's brother sent email asking 'if Putin has the photos of Trump blowing Bubba'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 00:01:43 UTC

Social media users speculated about the purported identity of the so-called "Bubba."

On this day: November 23

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 00:04:40 UTC

November 23 Flag of the Dutch East India Company 1635 – Dutch pacification campaign on Formosa : Soldiers from the Dutch East India Company (flag depicted) razed the village of Mattou , now part of modern-day Tainan , Taiwan. 1700 – A papal conclave , which had been deadlocked due to concerns over how a successor would respond to the impending death of Charles II of Spain , ended with the election of Clement XI . 1733 – African slaves in the Danish West Indies began an insurrection in one of the earliest and longest slave revolts in the Americas. 1980 – An earthquake struck the Irpinia region of Italy, killing at least 2,483 people, injuring more than 7,700 and leaving 250,000 homeless. 2007 – MS Explorer became the first cruise ship to sink in the Southern Ocean . Eadred (d. 955) El Lissitzky (b. 1890) Anne Burns (b. 1915) Elisabeth Leonskaja (b. 1945) More anniversaries: November 22 November 23 November 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Don't fall for this video of Trump and Epstein watching young girls at party

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 03:02:20 UTC

The AI-generated video recirculated after the November 2025 release of thousands of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Image of Alaska tree frozen in ice isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 14:02:10 UTC

Upon closer inspection, the image showed multiple signs of generative artificial intelligence.

Ukrainian sumo wrestler makes history in Japan

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 15:50:12 UTC

A Ukrainian sumo wrestler who left his homeland after Russia's full-scale invasion has made history in Japan. Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn receives the Prime Minister's Cup. Pic: Kyodo/via Reuters

13 rumors about relationship between Epstein, Maxwell and the Clintons, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-23 19:01:29 UTC

The internet rumor mill has long tied Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Bill and Hillary Clinton. These claims gained new life in November 2025.

November 24 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 00:01:50 UTC

Statue of Chagatai Khan Chagatai Khan (c. 1184 – 1242) was a son of Genghis Khan and a prominent figure in the early Mongol Empire . The second son of Genghis's wife Börte , Chagatai was renowned for his masterful knowledge of Mongol custom and law and his harsh temperament. He was appointed to military commands alongside his brothers during the Mongol conquest of the Jin dynasty in 1211 and the invasion of the Khwarazmian Empire in 1219. After the campaign, Chagatai was granted large tracts of conquered land in Central Asia, which he ruled until his death, often quarrelling with officials like Mahmud Yalavach . Chagatai's inflexibility, most notably never accepting the legitimacy of his elder brother Jochi , excluded him from succession to Genghis's throne. He was nevertheless a key figure in ensuring the stability of the empire during the reign of his younger brother Ögedei Khan , whom he advised. Chagatai died shortly after Ögedei in 1242; his descendants later ruled his territories as the eponymous Chagatai Khanate . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Yeti (Doctor Who ) Indigenous people of the Everglades region Canoe River train crash Archive By email More featured articles About

X user posted about 'Corona virus' in 2013, but there's no reason to believe post was about COVID-19

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 00:01:54 UTC

The first reports of coronavirus — a group of viruses that includes COVID-19 and other diseases — go back to the 1930s.

On this day: November 24

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 00:02:41 UTC

November 24 : Feast day of the Vietnamese Martyrs (Catholicism ) Eugene O'Neill Theatre 1643 – Thirty Years' War : Holy Roman Empire , Bavarian and Spanish forces led by led by Franz von Mercy defeated the French army in Germany led by Marshal Josias von Rantzau in the Battle of Tuttlingen . 1918 – The Podgorica Assembly convened in Montenegro , with the intention of uniting with the Kingdom of Serbia . 1925 – The Eugene O'Neill Theatre (pictured) opened on Broadway , New York, with a production of the musical Mayflowers . 1950 – The "Great Appalachian Storm ", a large extratropical cyclone , struck the east coast of the United States before moving northeast. 2015 – A Russian Sukhoi Su-24 attack aircraft was shot down by a Turkish fighter jet after the former allegedly strayed into Turkish airspace and ignored warnings to change course. Ismail II (d. 1577) Esther Applin (b. 1895) William F. Buckley Jr. (b. 1925) Pat Morita (d. 2005) More anniversaries: November 23 November 24 November 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Trump and Epstein have Thanksgiving together in 2017? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 03:01:19 UTC

Epstein reportedly kept tabs on Trump even after their friendship ended in the early 2000s.

Here's what Project 2025 really says about SNAP

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 11:02:05 UTC

Social media users alleged the recent disruption to SNAP food assistance payments was part of the Project 2025 plan.

First treasures from 'holy grail of shipwrecks' recovered

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 11:28:41 UTC

An 18th century Spanish galleon dubbed the "holy grail of shipwrecks" for its storied cache of 11 million gold and silver coins - worth an estimated $20bn (£16bn) - has yielded its first treasures. Macuquinas or coins recovered from the wreck of the San José. Pic: Armada de la República de Colombia

Look out for rumor Hegseth poked himself in the eye with mascara brush

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 12:01:53 UTC

According to the story, Hegseth supposedly was rushed to Walter Reed Medical Center following the incident.

Is Thanksgiving dinner 25% cheaper in 2025, as Trump claimed? Here's what the data shows

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 14:01:32 UTC

The 2025 Walmart Thanksgiving meal basket is cheaper than the previous year's basket — but it also contains fewer items.

Contextualizing claim this video shows Trump having 'hard time walking' with grandson

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 19:25:40 UTC

Users claimed a November 2025 video showed the U.S. president displaying signs of dementia, leg braces, post-stroke issues or a pigeon-toed gait.

Investigating claim DHS runs official X account from Israel

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 21:15:28 UTC

Rumors started to fly after Elon Musk's social media platform temporarily made information about its users' localizations public.

Did Erika Kirk say she's pregnant with her 3rd child? Rumors remain unfounded

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 21:44:08 UTC

She hasn't publicly announced a pregnancy in the months since the death of her husband, Charlie Kirk.

Did Musk turn off X location feature after finding overseas right-wing accounts? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-24 22:50:41 UTC

X did launch a feature on Nov. 22, 2025, that showed where an account was based.

November 25 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 00:01:00 UTC

Aristippus , an early Greek proponent of philosophical hedonism Hedonism is a family of philosophical views that prioritize pleasure . Psychological hedonism is a theory of motivation stating that the self-interested pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain drive all human conduct. Axiological hedonism is the view that pleasure is the sole source of intrinsic value . It asserts that other things, like knowledge and money, only have value insofar as they produce pleasure and reduce pain. Ethical hedonism applies this view to morality , arguing that people have a moral duty to pursue pleasure. Utilitarian versions aim to increase overall happiness for everyone, whereas egoistic versions state that each person should only look out for their own happiness. The paradox of hedonism and the hedonic treadmill are proposed psychological barriers to the hedonist goal of long-term happiness. As one of the oldest philosophical theories, hedonism was already discussed in ancient Greek , Indian , and Chinese philosophy . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Chagatai Khan Yeti (Doctor Who ) Indigenous people of the Everglades region Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 25

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 00:05:39 UTC

November 25 : Evacuation Day in New York City (1783 ) Johan Ferrier in 1975 1510 – Adil Shahi–Portuguese conflicts : Afonso de Albuquerque , the governor of Portuguese India , led an armada to conquer Goa . 1940 – The de Havilland Mosquito , one of the most successful military aircraft in the Second World War, made its first flight. 1960 – Three of the four Mirabal sisters , who opposed the dictatorship of military strongman Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic, were beaten and strangled to death. 1970 – After failing to instigate a military coup to restore the powers of the Emperor of Japan , author Yukio Mishima and a member of his militia publicly committed ritual suicide . 1975 – Upon Suriname's independence from the Netherlands, Johan Ferrier (pictured) became its first president . Hu Zongxian (d. 1565) Maurice Denis (b. 1870) Thomas A. Hendricks (d. 1885) Alexis Wright (b. 1950) More anniversaries: November 24 November 25 November 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

This Melania Trump photo is real, but it wasn't taken on Epstein's plane

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 00:15:02 UTC

Online users shared a meme falsely claiming, "Fun fact: This famous picture of first lady Melania Trump was taken on Jeffrey Epstein's plane."

Does Sen. John Kennedy's son, Preston, have pancreatic cancer? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 02:31:43 UTC

The Louisiana senator appeared to call the rumor "AI-generated fake news" and confirmed that everyone in his family was healthy.

'She must have been knocking for quite some time': Woman wakes up in coffin at crematorium

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 09:59:50 UTC

A woman brought in for cremation at a Thai temple was found alive in her coffin. The woman, who was thought to be dead, is taken to hospital after being found to be alive at the crematorium. Pic: AP

Trump never claimed his funeral would outdraw Dick Cheney's

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 11:01:18 UTC

The claim originated from a known satirical news outlet.

Trump called budget director Russell Vought 'Darth Vader'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 12:01:49 UTC

The president also gave a force-ful speech critical of Democrats.

Don't fall for rumor that Barron Trump humiliated AOC during Senate hearing

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 14:01:26 UTC

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a member of the House of Representatives, would be unlikely to speak on the Senate floor in the first place.

Beware suspicious Trump post calling himself 'the KING'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 17:14:39 UTC

The president allegedly raged against a judge's decision to dismiss court cases against Letitia James and James Comey.

Look out for CBC headline about asylum-seeker in Canada who abused immigration system

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 18:41:11 UTC

The fictional article claimed the asylum-seeker would fly home, buy himself a new identity and live on benefits until they ran out.

Photo of Trump kneeling, removing Clinton's pants isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 19:41:36 UTC

AI-detection tools gave mixed results on the picture's authenticity. The image itself has numerous inconsistencies.

Inspecting claims Campbell's Soup uses 'bioengineered meat' and '3-D printed chicken'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 21:20:50 UTC

Campbell's called the claims about its ingredients "false" and "absurd."

Video of Ted Cruz booed off stage for pro-Israel remarks is real

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-25 22:43:54 UTC

However, the video is from 2014, not 2025.

On this day: November 26

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 00:02:12 UTC

November 26 : Feast day of Saint Sylvester Gozzolini (Catholicism ); Constitution Day in India (1949 ) Explosion on HMS Bulwark 1835 – Texas Revolution : Texian forces attacked a Mexican pack train , capturing 40 saddlebags of grass. 1914 – A large internal explosion destroyed HMS Bulwark near Sheerness , killing 741 people on board. 1940 – The Iron Guard killed 64 political detainees at a penitentiary near Bucharest and followed up with several high-profile assassinations, including that of former Romanian prime minister Nicolae Iorga . 1942 – A riot involving infantrymen, military police, and local law enforcement officers killed three people in Phoenix, Arizona . 2008 – A coordinated group of shooting and bombing attacks across Mumbai began, ultimately killing 175 people and wounding more than 300 others. William Derham (b. 1657) Adam Mickiewicz (d. 1855) Shelley Moore Capito (b. 1953) Rachel Roberts (d. 1980) More anniversaries: November 25 November 26 November 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 26 Wikipedia featured article

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Terry Griffiths (1947–2024) was a Welsh professional snooker player, coach and pundit . After winning several amateur titles, he turned professional in June 1978 at the age of 30. In his second professional tournament, he qualified for the 1979 World Snooker Championship . He reached the final of the event where he defeated Dennis Taylor . In the 1988 World Snooker Championship , Griffiths again reached the final of the competition but lost to Steve Davis . Griffiths reached at least the quarter-finals of the World Championship for nine consecutive years, from 1984 to 1992. He also won the Masters in 1980 and the UK Championship in 1982 , completing snooker's Triple Crown . He was runner-up at the Masters three times and reached the final of the 1989 European Open , where he lost the deciding frame to John Parrott . Griffiths retired from the professional tour in 1996 to become the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association 's director of coaching. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Hedonism Chagatai Khan Yeti (Doctor Who ) Archive By email More featured articles About

Did the Supreme Court set hearing date over Trump's East Wing demolition? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 00:04:02 UTC

Users claimed the high court agreed to hear the case after a historic preservation organization filed a massive lawsuit against the president.

Did Clinton Foundation lose tax-exempt charity status after Pentagon audit?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 00:26:23 UTC

Social media users appeared to believe a rumor spread by America's Last Line of Defense, a satirical Facebook page often fact-checked by Snopes.

Erika Kirk said she would get less hate if she had touched Vance's derrière

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 02:32:21 UTC

She responded to criticism of a hug she shared with the vice president after her husband Charlie Kirk’s death.

Does eating turkey make you sleepy? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 11:01:41 UTC

Pork, tuna and other foods contain similar — if not higher — levels of tryptophan, the amino acid in turkey often blamed for post-Thanksgiving stupor.

15 claims we've investigated about the White House East Wing demolition

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 12:02:02 UTC

Trump's new White House ballroom is rumored to cost upwards of $200 million, sparking a variety of rumors about the project throughout 2025.

Trump admin reportedly plans to target churches in holiday immigration raids: What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 14:01:38 UTC

"I stand by the story," said John Keough, the Worcester, Massachusetts, journalist behind the report.

Unpacking claim ICE will pay $180 million for bounty hunters

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 17:22:00 UTC

According to a November 2025 contract proposal, ICE sought vendors to help find 1.5 million people without lawful status in the U.S.

Did Branson, Missouri, water tower fall down? Rumor doesn't hold up

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 19:29:31 UTC

An AI-generated video appeared to show a water tower bursting as it fell onto a busy road.

Did the 'Born in America Act' pass, forcing federal officeholders to resign? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 21:58:42 UTC

In reality, such a change to the law likely would require a constitutional amendment.

Real video shows Vivek Ramaswamy proposing year-round school for kids in Ohio?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 22:42:39 UTC

Snopes found no evidence the video was AI-generated.

What we know about Defense Department memo cutting ties with Scouts for promoting DEI

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 22:51:54 UTC

The supposed memo, authored by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claimed Scouting had become "genderless" and promoted "gender confusion."

Contextualizing claims State Department declared abortion, DEI and LGBTQ+ rights 'human rights violations'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-26 23:55:24 UTC

Outlets reported U.S. diplomats are now required "to scrutinize the prevalence of abortion and gender-transition surgery among children."

November 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Freedom from Want is the third of the Four Freedoms , a series of four oil paintings by American artist Norman Rockwell . The works were inspired by the Four Freedoms articulated in President Franklin D. Roosevelt 's 1941 State of the Union address. The painting was published in the March 6, 1943, issue of The Saturday Evening Post . It depicts a group of people gathered around a dinner table for a holiday meal, all of whom were friends and family of Rockwell; they were photographed individually and painted into the scene. Freedom from Want has become an iconic representation of Thanksgiving and family gatherings in general, and has had a wide array of adaptations and other uses. Popular then and now in the United States, it caused resentment in Europe where the masses were enduring wartime hardship. The work is highly regarded as an example of mastery of the challenges of painting in white on a white background and as one of Rockwell's most famous works. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Terry Griffiths Hedonism Chagatai Khan Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 27

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 00:04:07 UTC

November 27 : Thanksgiving in the United States (2025) Alfred Nobel 1895 – Swedish chemist and industrialist Alfred Nobel (pictured) signed his last will and testament, setting aside the bulk of his estate to establish the Nobel Prize after his death. 1945 – A consortium of twenty-two U.S. charities founded CARE with the mission of delivering food aid to Europe in the aftermath of World War II . 1950 – Korean War : The Chinese People's Volunteer Army launched multiple attacks against United Nations forces, beginning the Battle of Chosin Reservoir . 1989 – A bomb placed by the Medellín Cartel in an attempt to kill Colombian presidential candidate César Gaviria destroyed Avianca Flight 203 , killing all 107 people on board, excluding Gaviria, who was not on the flight. 2020 – Nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh , regarded as the chief of Iran's nuclear program , was assassinated, allegedly by Mossad . Françoise d'Aubigné, Marquise de Maintenon (b. 1635) Rachel Brooks Gleason (b. 1820) Helmut Lachenmann (b. 1935) Ciputra (d. 2019) More anniversaries: November 26 November 27 November 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Here's the evidence ICE detained Karoline Leavitt's brother's ex-fiancee

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 01:12:00 UTC

Brazilian national Bruna Caroline Ferreira has a son with the brother of the White House press secretary.

Trump didn't launch 'tirade' against Black Friday after mistaking sales event for civil disobedience

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 02:32:03 UTC

Trump reportedly suggested #whitewednesday in response to what he thought was a nationwide protest by "those losers #blacklivesmatter."

Did Epstein really own a painting of Bill Clinton in a blue dress? Investigating the rumor

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 11:02:03 UTC

The artist behind the painting did not know whether Epstein purchased it, per a 2019 interview with Snopes.

15 claims we've unpacked about Erika Kirk

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 12:02:18 UTC

Two months after Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting, his widow is the target of online rumors.

Did Trump tweet that Hillary Clinton couldn't 'satisfy her husband' in 2015?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-27 14:01:54 UTC

The quote resurfaced a decade later following the release of thousands of emails from the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

On this day: November 28

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 00:01:36 UTC

November 28 : Black Friday in the United States (2025); Bukovina Day in Romania Coat of arms of the Royal Society 1470 – Đại Việt emperor Lê Thánh Tông launched a military expedition against Champa , beginning the Champa–Đại Việt War . 1660 – Robert Boyle , John Wilkins , Christopher Wren and other leading scientists met at Gresham College in London to found a learned society , now known as the Royal Society (coat of arms pictured) . 1811 – Beethoven 's Piano Concerto No. 5 premiered at the Gewandhaus in Leipzig. 1912 – At the All-Albanian Congress , the Assembly of Vlorë was constituted, which declared the independence of the Albanian Vilayet from the Ottoman Empire . 1925 – Grand Ole Opry , the longest-running radio broadcast in the United States, first aired on WSM in Nashville, Tennessee . Esther Wheelwright (d. 1780) Henry Hazlitt (b. 1894) Richard Osman (b. 1970) Leslie Nielsen (d. 2010) More anniversaries: November 27 November 28 November 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 28 Wikipedia featured article

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The Appaloosa is a horse breed best known for its colorful leopard -spotted coat pattern. It includes a wide range of body types because of the influence of multiple breeds of horses throughout its history. The color pattern of the Appaloosa is of great interest to those who study equine coat color genetics , as it and several other physical characteristics are linked to the leopard complex mutation (LP). Artwork depicting prehistoric horses with leopard spotting existed in cave paintings . The Nez Perce people of the United States Pacific Northwest developed the original American breed. It is best known as a stock horse used in a number of western riding disciplines, but is also a versatile breed with representatives seen in many other types of equestrian activity. The Nez Perce lost most of their horses after the Nez Perce War in 1877. A small number of dedicated breeders preserved the Appaloosa as a distinct breed until the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) was formed as the breed registry in 1938. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Freedom from Want Terry Griffiths Hedonism Archive By email More featured articles About

Don't fall for rumor Brittney Griner was arrested in Brussels with large amount of contraband

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 02:31:46 UTC

The star of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream was falsely said to have been stopped while carrying counterfeit sports cards.

Unwrapping the history behind Black Friday's name

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 11:01:03 UTC

Competing explanations for the name have circulated online for years.

20 rumors about Walmart that we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 12:01:56 UTC

For Black Friday, we rounded up our past stories about Walmart investigating everything from popular scams to political donations.

Does this video show Tupac appearing on unreleased 'Sesame Street' episode?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 14:01:26 UTC

Keep ya head up and watch out for suspicious videos spreading online.

Did Trump administration grant asylum to DC National Guard shooting suspect? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 20:20:00 UTC

One National Guard member died and another was wounded in a shooting on Nov. 26, 2025. The suspect, an Afghan national, faced a murder charge.

Iwona B. Horyn is DHS acting chief security officer's real name

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 21:19:28 UTC

Horyn was named to the role following her predecessor's retirement, according to LinkedIn.

Kamala Harris called for lowering US voting age to 16

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 21:45:25 UTC

The former vice president made the proposal during an interview on "The Diary of a CEO" podcast.

Rumor that Charlie Kirk subscribed to trans influencer's OnlyFans lacks evidence

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-28 22:36:09 UTC

The rumor relied on an unverified screenshot that did not prove the slain conservative activist was the user behind the account.

November 29 Wikipedia featured article

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KEXP-FM (90.3 FM ) is a non-commercial radio station in Seattle, Washington , United States, specializing in indie music programmed by its disc jockeys . KEXP's studios are located at the Seattle Center , and the transmitter is in the city's Capitol Hill neighborhood. The station is operated by the non-profit entity Friends of KEXP, an affiliate of the University of Washington . Since March 2024, KEXP-FM's programming has been rebroadcast over Alameda, California –licensed KEXC , which serves the San Francisco Bay Area . As well as daily variety mix shows featuring mostly alternative rock music, KEXP hosts weekly programs dedicated to other musical genres. Founded in 1972 as KCMU, the student-run station of the University of Washington, KEXP gained recognition for its influence on the regional music scene. It was the first station to air grunge bands like Nirvana and Soundgarden in the late 1980s. In 2014, the university transferred the FCC license of KEXP-FM to Friends of KEXP. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Appaloosa Freedom from Want Terry Griffiths Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: November 29

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-29 00:05:54 UTC

November 29 : Liberation Day in Albania Eureka Flag 1854 – An estimated crowd of more than 10,000 demonstrators swore allegiance to the Eureka Flag (pictured) as a symbol of defiance in advance of the Eureka Rebellion in Ballarat , Australia. 1890 – The National Diet of Japan (pictured in session) , a bicameral legislature modelled after both the German Reichstag and the British Westminster system , first met in Tokyo. 1947 – The United Nations General Assembly voted to approve the Partition Plan for Palestine , a plan to resolve the Arab–Israeli conflict in Mandatory Palestine by separating the territory into Jewish and Arab states. 1982 – Michael Jackson 's Thriller , the best-selling album of all time , was released. 2007 – During their trial for the 2003 Oakwood mutiny , Philippine soldiers led by Senator Antonio Trillanes mutinied and seized a conference room at The Peninsula Manila in Makati . Claudio Monteverdi (d. 1643) C. S. Lewis (b. 1898) Abdullah Cevdet (d. 1932) Janet Smith (b. 1940) More anniversaries: November 28 November 29 November 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is the DHS X account based in Israel? Dubious screenshot sparks rumor

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-29 02:32:04 UTC

Elon Musk's social media platform temporarily made information about its users' localizations public, sparking the rumor online.

Unpacking rumor Education Department no longer counts nursing, other programs as 'professional degrees'

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-29 14:01:48 UTC

Under Trump's budget bill, those in "professional degree" programs can borrow more in student loans than those pursuing other graduate degrees.

7 fake images of Trump with underage girls that we've debunked

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-29 19:01:32 UTC

On Nov. 19, 2025, the U.S. president signed a bill to release all files related to the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Was Ghislaine Maxwell's dad responsible for putting scientific research behind paywalls?

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-30 00:02:14 UTC

Robert Maxwell founded a scientific publishing empire after World War II that turned research papers into a profitable business.

On this day: November 30

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-30 00:03:20 UTC

November 30 : Saint Andrew's Day (Christianity) Damage from the 2018 Anchorage earthquake 1803 – An expedition led by Francisco Javier de Balmis departed A Coruña , Spain, with the aim of vaccinating millions in South America and Asia against smallpox . 1935 – A college football game between the SMU Mustangs and the TCU Horned Frogs became the first game in Texas to be broadcast nationally on radio. 1979 – The Wall , a rock opera and concept album by the English band Pink Floyd , was first released. 2005 – John Sentamu was enthroned as Archbishop of York , becoming the first black archbishop in the Church of England . 2018 – A magnitude-7.1 earthquake (aftermath pictured) hit Anchorage, Alaska , causing 117 injuries. William-Adolphe Bouguereau (b. 1825) Eugenia Washington (d. 1900) Henry Taube (b. 1915) Shane MacGowan (d. 2023) More anniversaries: November 29 November 30 December 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

November 30 Wikipedia featured article

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Cross-section of the Mechanical Turk The Mechanical Turk , also known as the "Automaton Chess Player" or "the Turk", was a chess-playing machine , first displayed in 1770, which appeared to be able to play a strong game of chess autonomously, but whose pieces were in reality moved via levers and magnets by a chess master hidden in the machine's lower cavity. The machine was toured and exhibited for 84 years as an automaton , and continued giving occasional exhibitions until 1854, when it was destroyed in a fire. In 1857, an article published by the owner's son revealed that it was an elaborate hoax , a fact suspected by some but never fully explained while the machine still existed. Constructed by Wolfgang von Kempelen to impress Empress Maria Theresa of Austria , the Turk won most games, including those against statesmen such as Napoleon Bonaparte and Benjamin Franklin . The device demonstrated the knight's tour , a puzzle that requires a knight to visit every square of a chessboard once. (Full article... ) Recently featured: KEXP-FM Appaloosa Freedom from Want Archive By email More featured articles About

Photo shows Melania Trump, but it wasn't captured on Epstein's plane

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-30 03:01:42 UTC

A meme shared online contained text reading, "Fun fact: This famous picture of first lady Melania Trump was taken on Jeffrey Epstein's plane."

Scientists found fecal contamination in vape products, but context is crucial

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-30 14:01:50 UTC

The study analyzed a specific sample of used products that were collected from Virginia schools between 2024 and 2025.

25 rumors we've examined about Project 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-11-30 19:01:49 UTC

Snopes investigated a wide variety of rumors about the much-discussed "policy guide for the next conservative U.S. president."

On this day: December 1

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 00:03:37 UTC

December 1 : World AIDS Day ; Great Union Day in Romania; Rosa Parks Day in some states and cities in the United States Pedro I of Brazil, later also Pedro IV of Portugal 1800 – French Revolutionary Wars : Austrian forces, led by Archduke John of Austria , defeated two divisions of the French First Republic , led by Paul Grenier , at the Battle of Ampfing . 1822 – Pedro I was crowned the first emperor of Brazil , seven weeks after his reign began on his 24th birthday. 1955 – Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a public bus to a white man in Montgomery, Alabama , sparking the Montgomery bus boycott . 1974 – Two Boeing 727s , TWA Flight 514 and Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 6231 , crashed in the eastern United States in unrelated circumstances, killing 95 on board both aircraft. 2019 – Vivianne Miedema scored six goals and had four assists for Arsenal W.F.C. in their 11–1 victory over Bristol City W.F.C. , which broke the record for the most goals scored in a FA Women's Super League match. Giovanni Morone (d. 1580) Ardina Moore (b. 1930) Ueli Maurer (b. 1950) Kenshiro Abbe (d. 1985) More anniversaries: November 30 December 1 December 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 1 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 00:03:38 UTC

Crop from CDC publicity poster Julio and Marisol was a bilingual public-service advertising campaign that ran from 1989 to 2001 in the New York City Subway promoting condom use to prevent AIDS . The well-known catchphrase was a line from the first installment, in which Marisol sobs, "I love you, but not enough to die for you". The story follows a young Hispanic couple as they explore human sexuality and the effects of the AIDS epidemic on their relationship. Designed to appeal to a Hispanic audience particularly at risk due to cultural attitudes discouraging condom use, it has been described as "one part steamy soap opera , one part language instruction, and two parts AIDS education service". The ads were praised by public health officials for presenting situations which people could relate to, and by AIDS activists for breaking down the social stigma associated with the disease. They drew criticism, however, from family values advocates who objected to the promotion of condoms and the tacit acceptance of homosexuality . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Mechanical Turk KEXP-FM Appaloosa Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Epstein actually own painting of Bill Clinton in blue dress? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 03:02:10 UTC

The artwork also depicted the former U.S. president in red high heels slumping in a chair.

Oxford Dictionary publisher reveals Word of the Year 2025 - do you know it?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 10:05:29 UTC

Don't get too upset, but 'rage bait' has been named by Oxford University Press as this year's Word of the Year, beating other online terms. Woman annoyed at smartphone. Pic: iStock

Did New Zealand man win Spanish Scrabble championship in 2024 despite not speaking language?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 11:01:39 UTC

The Spanish-language Scrabble world champion might not even know what "el diccionario" means.

Image of Trump unbuckling Bill Clinton's pants is fake. Here's how we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 12:01:31 UTC

The image spread after Trump signed into law a bill that releases files related to the case of the late, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Runaway reindeer sparks emergency rescue operation

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 13:57:27 UTC

"Christmas is saved" after a large search operation for a runaway reindeer found the animal on a beach in Merseyside, emergency services have said. Buddy the Reindeer, who escaped from a Christmas market in Formby, on the beach. Pic: Southport Offshore Rescue Trust/PA

19 rumors about Saudi Arabia, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 14:02:13 UTC

From melting cars and snow in the desert to Trump's financial ties to Saudi Arabia, here are the top rumors we've covered related to the Gulf state.

Was Dora the Explorer chased by ICE balloons during Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 20:36:51 UTC

Dora was featured in the 2025 Thanksgiving parade, but she was followed by something else.

Three Austrian nuns are still on the run

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 21:47:15 UTC

Three elderly Austrian nuns recently fled a nursing home and broke into their former convent. They have rejected an offer to stay in convent if they promise to get off of social media.

FBI paid nearly $1M in overtime to redact Epstein files, documents show

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 22:32:18 UTC

Bloomberg reporter Jason Leopold sued the FBI and DOJ for the files as part of a Freedom of Information Act request.

Image claiming to show Melania Trump kissing Epstein on cheek isn't real

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-01 22:49:23 UTC

Users shared the image with the sarcastic caption, "What a travesty! Trying to say our First Lady had ANYTHING to do with this Epstein guy!"

On this day: December 2

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 00:01:57 UTC

December 2 1928 Ford Model A 1823 – U.S. president James Monroe issued the Monroe Doctrine , a proclamation of opposition to European colonialism in the New World . 1927 – The Ford Motor Company introduced the second version of the Model A (pictured) , its first new model in 18 years. 1950 – Korean War : UN forces began a retreat from North Korea following defeat at the Battle of the Ch'ongch'on River . 1989 – The Malayan Communist Party and the Malaysian government signed a peace accord to end a 21-year communist insurgency . 2015 – In San Bernardino, California , a married couple carried out a mass shooting at a Christmas party before fleeing and dying in a shootout with police. Irene Vanbrugh (b. 1872) Allen Wright (d. 1885) Austen Deans (b. 1915) Inori Minase (b. 1995) More anniversaries: December 1 December 2 December 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 2 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 00:03:08 UTC

SMS Pommern was a Deutschland -class pre-dreadnought battleship built for the Imperial German Navy at the AG Vulcan Stettin yard at Stettin , Germany. Named after the Prussian province of Pomerania , she was laid down on 22 March 1904, launched on 2 December 1905, and commissioned into the navy on 6 August 1907. The ship was armed with four 28 cm (11 in) guns and had a top speed of 18 knots (33 km/h; 21 mph). Pommern was assigned to II Battle Squadron of the High Seas Fleet . At the start of World War I , she was stationed at the Elbe to support the defenses of the German Bight . She participated in sorties into the North Sea in attempts to destroy portions of the British Grand Fleet . These offensive operations culminated in the Battle of Jutland , where she was hit by torpedoes, which detonated one of her 17-centimeter (6.7 in) gun magazines . The resulting explosion broke the ship in half and killed the entire crew. (This article is part of a featured topic : Battleships of Germany .) Recently featured: Julio and Marisol Mechanical Turk KEXP-FM Archive By email More featured articles About

UK police reportedly arrested man who posted photo holding gun during US visit: What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 00:41:41 UTC

Jon Richelieu-Booth posted three photos holding or standing near guns from a trip to the U.S. and faced consequences when he returned to the U.K.

Rumor about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donations for baby with cancer and orphanage doesn't add up

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 00:57:20 UTC

Users sharing the rumor claimed the "silent yet powerful act made social media explode."

Did Obama and Buttigieg really drop 'Project Unity'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 02:31:58 UTC

Posts claimed Obama and Buttigieg spoke publicly about the plan, citing "C-SPAN cameras" that supposedly zoomed in on Obama during the announcement.

Britain has spoken on Die Hard's Christmas credentials - but you can still have your say in our poll

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 04:02:03 UTC

It's a debate that's torn families apart for years - with selection boxes thrown in rage, and stony silences around the dinner table. Pic: 20thC.Fox/Everett/Shutterstock

20 bizarre, AI-generated stories about animals

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 11:02:29 UTC

From giant anacondas to Snoop Dogg saving a dog sanctuary, the internet has suffered a deluge of fake animal content.

Did Alyssa Milano write this open letter criticizing Marjorie Taylor Greene?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 12:01:30 UTC

Though letters like these are sometimes misattributed to public figures, Milano's to Greene was real. Here is what she wrote.

13 claims about ties between Epstein, Maxwell and the Clintons, examined

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 14:01:33 UTC

Rumors have long spread about the ties between sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, his associate Ghislaine Maxwell and politicians Bill and Hillary Clinton.

Did Ilhan Omar marry her brother? Rumor lacks evidence

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 20:22:46 UTC

The claim resurfaced in November 2025, when Trump posted about it.

Did Trump ally Mike Davis swear at Gabby Giffords after she posted about slain National Guard member?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 22:35:05 UTC

Giffords was severely wounded in a 2011 mass shooting, leaving her with a traumatic brain injury that affected her speech and movement.

Don't believe claim Trump said MRI scan on his brain 'found nothing'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-02 22:50:37 UTC

Trump underwent MRI scanning in October 2025, but the scan reportedly didn't include his brain.

December 3 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 00:03:09 UTC

Ovalipes catharus , commonly known as the paddle crab, swimming crab, or pāpaka in Māori , is a species of crab found in shallow, sandy-bottomed waters around the coasts of New Zealand, the Chatham Islands , and uncommonly in southern Australia. This species is an opportunistic, aggressive, and versatile feeder active mostly at night, preying predominantly on molluscs and crustaceans . It is also highly prone to cannibalism , which accounts for over a quarter of its diet in some locations. The crab's paddle-shaped rear legs and streamlined carapace allow it to capture prey by swimming rapidly and to escape predation by burrowing in the sand. Its mating season is in winter and spring, after which the female likely moves into deeper waters to incubate and disperse her larvae . Commercial fisheries have harvested paddle crabs since the 1970s, and O. catharus is present in Māori culture as both an artistic motif and as a traditional source of food. (Full article... ) Recently featured: SMS Pommern Julio and Marisol Mechanical Turk Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 3

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 00:05:46 UTC

December 3 Coat of arms of Singapore 1800 – War of the Second Coalition : French forces defeated Austrian and Bavarian troops at the Battle of Hohenlinden , eventually resulting in the Austrians signing the Treaty of Lunéville . 1910 – Freda Du Faur became the first woman to climb Aoraki / Mount Cook , the highest peak in New Zealand. 1959 – The current flag and coat of arms of Singapore (pictured) were adopted, six months after the island became self-governing within the British Empire . 1979 – Eleven people were crushed in a human stampede at a concert by British rock band The Who in Cincinnati, Ohio , U.S. 2009 – A suicide bombing in Mogadishu , Somalia, killed 25 people, including three ministers of the Transitional Federal Government . Gilbert Stuart (b. 1755) Mary Baker Eddy (d. 1910) Paul J. Crutzen (b. 1933) Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway (b. 2005) More anniversaries: December 2 December 3 December 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is Harrison Ford starring in live-action 'Up' remake?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 00:27:48 UTC

Disney hasn't said anything about a new version of the beloved animated film.

Spirit animal: Raccoon gets drunk as a skunk in a booze store - and sleeps off hangover in the toilet

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 00:58:06 UTC

A raccoon has gotten as drunk as a skunk. Pics: Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter

Video shows Muslims praying on Brooklyn street at 5 a.m.?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 01:08:35 UTC

Users claimed the video depicted Muslims "trying to assert their religious dominance over you, claim your country and turn it into Sharia law."

Did Tony Hawk and Henry Rollins launch retirement home for aging punks?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 02:32:10 UTC

Don't expect to see ollies at the old folks' home anytime soon.

Missouri's redistricting drama renews focus on direct democracy … and 'Air Bud'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 10:07:19 UTC

The road to redistricting in Missouri has been wild and winding, but its tie to a 1997 kids' movie starring a basketball-playing golden retriever might be the most unexpected development of all.

False story about fire hoses running dry during 1963 Birmingham Civil Rights protests spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 11:00:54 UTC

A popular rumor circulating online couched a fake inspirational tale within real world context.

Rashida Tlaib didn't call for Hamas supporters to mobilize and take over America

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 12:01:24 UTC

Online posts took a speech Tlaib delivered at the 2025 People's Conference for Palestine out of context.

Beware of claim DNA testing proved Prince Harry isn't King Charles III's son

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 14:01:43 UTC

Speculation about his parentage has dogged the Duke of Sussex throughout his life, but an AI-generated clip did nothing to prove any theories.

Newly released Epstein island photos include image showing old man masks on walls

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 19:13:13 UTC

The photo showed the masks surrounding what looked like a dentist's chair.

Pete Hegseth's title was misspelled as 'Ssecretary of War' on nameplate

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 19:52:25 UTC

The nameplate was used during President Donald Trump's final White House Cabinet meeting of 2025.

Did Adm. Alvin Holsey resign over Hegseth's Venezuela boat strike orders? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 20:58:01 UTC

Holsey will retire from the Navy on Dec. 12, 2025, after a little more than a year leading the U.S. Southern Command.

Do videos show Trump falling asleep during Cabinet meeting?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 22:11:49 UTC

Users shared videos alleging to show President Trump dozing off and falling asleep during a lengthy White House Cabinet meeting in December 2025.

Did Megyn Kelly say she wanted to see survivors of strike on alleged drug boat 'suffer'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-03 22:53:34 UTC

The Department of Defense reportedly killed two survivors of a strike on an alleged drug boat in a follow-up strike.

December 4 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 00:01:50 UTC

The flag of Hong Kong depicts a white stylised five-petal flower of the Hong Kong orchid tree (Bauhinia × blakeana ) in the centre of a field of Chinese red , the same red as on the flag of China . The Hong Kong Basic Law prescribes the design, and it is only to be made according to regulation and in approved sizes. Regulations regarding its use are stated in the Regional Flag and Regional Emblem Ordinance; its desecration is unlawful and has been punished. The flag was unveiled on 4 April 1990 and approved on 10 August 1996. It was first officially hoisted on 1 July 1997, during the handover ceremony marking the transfer of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom back to China, and replaced a colonial flag adopted in 1959 . The 1959 flag, and a variant known as the Black Bauhinia , have been displayed by protesters in Hong Kong, particularly during the 2019–2020 Hong Kong protests . Government supporters often displayed the Chinese and Hong Kong flags together. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Ovalipes catharus SMS Pommern Julio and Marisol Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 4

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 00:04:44 UTC

December 4 : Navy Day in India The Battle of Pontvallain 1370 – Hundred Years' War : In two separate engagements in the Battle of Pontvallain (depicted) , French forces wiped out an English army which had split up because of a dispute between the commanders. 1905 – The Great Seimas of Vilnius met to discuss national concerns within Lithuania: they decided to demand wide political autonomy within the Russian Empire . 1915 – World War I : Senior British and French figures, including prime ministers H. H. Asquith and Aristide Briand , met at Calais to discuss the future of the Salonika Front . 1969 – Fred Hampton , the leader of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party , and Mark Clark were killed in a raid by Chicago police officers in what many scholars consider an illegal assassination. 1992 – U.S. president George H. W. Bush ordered American troops into Somalia to help provide humanitarian aid and restore order during the ongoing Somali Civil War . John Cotton (b. 1585) Gregor MacGregor (d. 1845) Gabriel Dessauer (b. 1955) Hannah Arendt (d. 1975) More anniversaries: December 3 December 4 December 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Kristi Noem genuinely thank Trump for keeping hurricanes away?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 01:02:11 UTC

The homeland security secretary made the remark during a White House Cabinet meeting on Dec. 2, 2025.

Trump order prompts removal of report on missing and murdered Indigenous people from federal websites

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 11:01:52 UTC

DOJ said it removed the "Not One More" report from its website to comply with a Trump administration executive order.

Did Oregon's governor change 'Christmas' to 'Inclusive Winter Observance'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 12:01:26 UTC

Too far, even for Oregon.

Photo claiming to show Sean 'Diddy' Combs in prison isn't real. Here's how we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 14:02:21 UTC

The music mogul was sentenced to more than four years behind bars after being convicted on prostitution-related charges.

Did Trump really call Vance 'incompetent'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 18:45:12 UTC

The White House confirmed in an email to Snopes the president was referring to his own "incompetent" debate opponents.

Video shows Kristi Noem wearing sombrero for birthday celebration at Mexican restaurant

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 19:34:32 UTC

Restaurant staff sang "Feliz cumpleaños" as Noem applauded.

Trump said 'we appreciate' that Colombia sells cocaine to the US

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 20:30:13 UTC

It was not clear what the president meant when he made the statement during a Cabinet meeting.

Probing rumor video shows UFO taking off from Amazon rainforest in 1987

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 21:34:25 UTC

As the story goes, "The phenomenon was never seen again."

Did Karoline Leavitt say, 'You're either a US citizen or not'? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 22:03:05 UTC

The rumor spread online following the introduction of a bill attempting to ban dual citizenship.

'Drop and cover' earthquake alert turns out to be false alarm

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-04 23:48:49 UTC

An earthquake alert preparing people to "drop, cover, hold on" buzzed on phones in the US on Thursday - but turned out to be completely false. Alert on phone. Pic: Reuters

December 5 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 00:02:17 UTC

Raichu is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak 's Pokémon media franchise , and the evolved form of the series mascot, Pikachu . Introduced in the video games Pokémon Red and Blue , it was created by Atsuko Nishida at the request of lead designer Ken Sugimori , with the design finalized by Sugimori. It has appeared in multiple games including Pokémon Go and the Pokémon Trading Card Game , and in merchandise. Classified as an Electric-type Pokémon, Raichu is a large orange mouse with a tail shaped like a lightning bolt, and yellow sacs on its cheek that can generate electricity. Designed to be a stronger counterpart to Pikachu, who evolves into Raichu through the use of a "Thunder Stone", Raichu was initially intended to be able to evolve into "Gorochu" before the latter was removed. While early reactions from media outlets regarded it negatively in light of Pikachu's status as the franchise's main mascot, later reception has been more favorable. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Flag of Hong Kong Ovalipes catharus SMS Pommern Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 5

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 00:02:19 UTC

December 5 : Krampusnacht in parts of Central Europe Nelson's Column during the Great Smog of London 1484 – Pope Innocent VIII issued the papal bull Summis desiderantes affectibus , which gave the Dominican inquisitor Heinrich Kramer the explicit authority to prosecute witchcraft in Germany. 1952 – The "Great Smog of London " (pictured) began and lasted for five days, causing 12,000 deaths and leading to the Clean Air Act 1956 . 1965 – The "glasnost meeting " took place in Moscow, becoming the first demonstration in the Soviet Union after World War II and marking the beginning of the civil rights movement in the country . 1972 – Gough Whitlam took office as the 21st Prime Minister of Australia and formed a duumvirate with his deputy Lance Barnard , ending 23 years of Liberal –Country Party government. 2007 – A gunman killed nine people at a shopping mall in Omaha, Nebraska . Arthur Currie (b. 1875) Louise Bryant (b. 1885) Guy Morançon (b. 1927) Latifa bint Mohammed Al Maktoum (b. 1985) More anniversaries: December 4 December 5 December 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Beware of fake Trump post telling Trans-Siberian Orchestra to 'figure out' its gender

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 02:31:59 UTC

The U.S. president also didn't say that he told Santa to give girls two dolls each for Christmas because "that's how much" he loves "little girls."

Police recover Bond-inspired Fabergé pendant... six days after it was swallowed by a suspect

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 04:34:25 UTC

A Fabergé pendant has been recovered - after police spent six days closely monitoring the man accused of swallowing it. Diamonds are forever... Pic: AP

Examining claim Trump admin considers passport applicants 'trans until proven cis'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 11:02:05 UTC

In Donald Trump's second term, his administration enacted a policy requiring that sex markers on passports match a person's sex assigned at birth.

Don't fall for claim Navy struck Clarence Thomas' yacht near Venezuela

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 12:02:13 UTC

The claim was purely satirical.

Rumor claims US government memo marks all recent migrants for removal. It says otherwise

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 14:01:56 UTC

The memo ordered a "re-review" of applications for migrants from 19 countries who arrived on or after Jan. 20, 2021.

Are 50% of Minnesota visas and programs fraudulent? Investigating Kristi Noem's claim

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 20:14:37 UTC

The homeland security secretary made the claim as her department ramped up immigration enforcement action in Minneapolis.

Is video of 99-year-old atheist Walter Briggs being baptized real?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 20:16:17 UTC

"My name is Walter Briggs and I am 99 years old, and I am the man that went viral for getting baptized after being an atheist my whole life."

NASA didn't drop 'bombshell' admitting moon landing was a hoax

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 22:35:55 UTC

The claim, which didn't cite when or where NASA supposedly admitted this, came from a frequent purveyor of misinformation.

Fake raccoon liquor store break-in video spreads online. Watch the real footage

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 23:23:54 UTC

Real pictures and videos exist of this trash panda getting sloppy — don't fall for the AI-slop version.

Did Michael Jordan say he's leaving the Democratic Party? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 23:51:39 UTC

The basketball legend is known for remaining quiet on political matters.

Will Grand Theft Auto VI feature Pride parades? Rumor is unconfirmed

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-05 23:58:41 UTC

The setting of Rockstar's long-awaited game takes inspiration from Miami.

December 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-06 00:00:49 UTC

Jefferson Davis (June 3, 1808 – December 6, 1889) was the president of the Confederate States of America (CSA) from 1861 to 1865. He previously represented Mississippi in the United States Senate and House of Representatives as a Democrat , and was the U.S. secretary of war from 1853 to 1857. A graduate of West Point , Davis served in the U.S. Army , fighting in the Mexican–American War . He was a cotton planter and owned as many as 113 slaves. During the Civil War , Davis served as commander in chief. When the CSA was defeated in 1865, he was captured, accused of involvement in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and of treason , and imprisoned at Fort Monroe . He was released without trial after two years. Immediately after the war, Davis was often blamed for the CSA's defeat but, after his release from prison, the Lost Cause movement deemed him a hero, and he was celebrated in the South. In the 21st century, however, he has been viewed more harshly, and many memorials to him have been removed . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Raichu Flag of Hong Kong Ovalipes catharus Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 6

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-06 00:04:49 UTC

December 6 : Saint Nicholas's Day (Western Christianity); White Ribbon Day in Canada; Independence Day in Finland (1917 ) Béla I of Hungary 1060 – Béla I (pictured) was crowned King of Hungary in Székesfehérvár . 1865 – Slavery in the United States was officially abolished with the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution . 1942 – The Holocaust : Members of the German Ordnungspolizei massacred 31 people in Stary Ciepielów and Rekówka within occupied Poland for helping Jews. 1975 – Four members of the Provisional Irish Republican Army took two people hostage in a house on Balcombe Street in London, surrendering six days later. 1990 – An Italian Air Force military jet, abandoned by its pilot after an on-board fire, crashed into a high school near Bologna , killing 12 students and injuring 88 other people. Maria de Dominici (b. 1645) Marie Adélaïde of Savoy (b. 1685) Winifred Hoernlé (b. 1885) Devan Nair (d. 2005) More anniversaries: December 5 December 6 December 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Lawsuit accuses Trump, Musk and Bill Gates of sex trafficking: What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-06 02:32:00 UTC

The suit described crimes supposedly committed by the three men as having an "identical" modus operandi to those of Jeffrey Epstein.

Watch out for fake photo of Melania Trump kissing Epstein on cheek

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-06 14:02:15 UTC

Users' posts indicated they truly believed the fake image authentically showed the first lady kissing the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

13 rumors about Rep. Rashida Tlaib, fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-06 19:01:27 UTC

The Palestinian-American representative has been the subject of numerous rumors based on her religious identity and background.

Did Scotland accidentally approve initiative letting people go topless in public?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 00:01:23 UTC

The fictional story came from Scottish Aye, a satirical Facebook account.

On this day: December 7

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 00:03:22 UTC

December 7 : Feast day of Saint Ambrose (Christianity); National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day in the United States (1941 ) Solidus of Tiberius 574 – Suffering from mental illness, Eastern Roman emperor Justin II had his general Tiberius proclaimed Caesar , adopting him as his own son. 1862 – American Civil War : The Battle of Prairie Grove ended a Confederate attempt to regain control of northwestern Arkansas . 1972 – Construction workers found the remains of Martin Bormann near Lehrter Station in Berlin, ending a decades-long search after his conviction in absentia at the Nuremberg trials . 1995 – The Galileo spacecraft arrived at Jupiter , a little more than six years after it was launched by Space Shuttle Atlantis during Mission STS-34 . 2014 - The annual furry convention Midwest FurFest was targeted in an unsolved chlorine gas attack . Charles Garnier (d. 1649) Theodor Schwann (b. 1810) Joseph Cook (b. 1860) Nicholas Hoult (b. 1989) More anniversaries: December 6 December 7 December 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 7 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 00:03:23 UTC

Trankov and Volosozhar, the pairs champions The 2015 Trophée Éric Bompard was a figure skating competition sanctioned by the International Skating Union (ISU), and the fourth event of the 2015–16 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating . Held at the Meriadeck Ice Rink in Bordeaux , France, on 13 November 2015, medals were awarded in men's singles, women's singles , pair skating , and ice dance . The competition was cancelled after the first day, following the November 2015 Paris terrorist attacks . The ISU later announced that the short program results would be considered the final results for the competition and any prize money and qualifying points for the Grand Prix Final were distributed. Shoma Uno of Japan won the men's event, Gracie Gold of the United States won the women's event, Tatiana Volosozhar and Maxim Trankov (both pictured) of Russia won the pairs event, and Madison Hubbell and Zachary Donohue of the United States won the ice dance event. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Jefferson Davis Raichu Flag of Hong Kong Archive By email More featured articles About

Pete Hegseth's tattoos have raised eyebrows. Here's what we know about their meaning

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 03:01:35 UTC

Critics have questioned the meaning of Hegseth's tattoos ever since U.S. President Donald Trump announced his nomination.

Rumor claims California law requires kids up to 16 to use booster seats. That's mostly false

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 14:02:16 UTC

A new California law will use a "5-step test" to determine which children need booster seats while riding in a car.

15 rumors about Erika Kirk, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-07 19:01:39 UTC

Since the killing of activist Charlie Kirk, his widow has become the target of numerous claims of varying accuracy.

December 8 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 00:01:33 UTC

Part of the Coventry ring road at sunset The Coventry ring road (A4053) is a 2.25-mile (3.62 km) ring road in Coventry , England, forming a dual-carriageway loop around the city centre . The road encloses Coventry Cathedral , the shopping areas, and much of Coventry University . Except junction 1, all junctions are entirely grade-separated and closely spaced, with weaving sections between them. The road connects with three other A roads : the A4114 , the A4600 and the A429 . From the 1930s, Coventry City Council began replacing its medieval streets with modern roads, and Donald Gibson , the city architect, began work in 1939 on a plan that was expanded after the Coventry Blitz during the Second World War. The ring road was constructed in six stages from 1959, initially with at-grade junctions, cycle tracks and footpaths , but in the early 1960s the council amended the design to include grade separation and the weaving sections. The road was completed in 1974, with an overall cost of £14.5 million (equivalent to £191 million in 2023). (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2015 Trophée Éric Bompard Jefferson Davis Raichu Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Bette Midler declare $68M Netflix investment on live TV?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 00:01:38 UTC

The rumor was vague in details, but that's probably because those details didn't exist.

On this day: December 8

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 00:05:30 UTC

December 8 : Rōhatsu in Japan; Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Day in Ethiopia; Liberation Day in Syria Portrait of Margaret Hughes by Peter Lely, 1672 1660 – Margaret Hughes (pictured) appeared professionally on the English stage; she is thought to have been the first woman to do so. 1880 – At an assembly of 10,000 Boers , Paul Kruger announced the fulfilment of the decision to restore the government and volksraad of the South African Republic . 1987 – A man shot and killed eight people at the Australia Post building in Melbourne, before jumping to his death. 2010 – The Japanese experimental spacecraft IKAROS flew by Venus at a distance of 80,800 km (50,200 mi), completing its planned mission to demonstrate solar-sail technology. 2024 – The Syrian civil war ended when Bashar al-Assad 's party, the Syrian Ba'ath Party , surrendered to the Syrian opposition . Adolph Menzel (b. 1815) Georges Feydeau (b. 1862) Ann T. Bowling (d. 2000) Robert Austin Markus (d. 2010) More anniversaries: December 7 December 8 December 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Chart linking Democrat-led cities to higher violent crime is misleading

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 03:01:31 UTC

Podcaster Tim Pool's chart significantly overstated the difference in crime rates between Democrat-led and Republican-led cities.

Don't waste your energy on claim about tiny Japanese generators pulling electricity from air

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 11:01:32 UTC

Though research on moisture-electric generators, which create energy from ambient humidity, exists, the tech isn't ready for real-world use yet.

FBI, DOJ paid nearly $1M in overtime to agents redacting Epstein files, documents show

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 12:02:05 UTC

Snopes reviewed the records Bloomberg reporter Jason Leopold obtained in a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit against the FBI and DOJ.

14 rumors about Ilhan Omar, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 14:01:35 UTC

As we have repeatedly reported, the claim that she married her brother lacks credible evidence.

Did Trump post 'the KING decides' what war crimes are? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 17:10:29 UTC

Trump allegedly wrote, "When I say something is LEGAL, it's LEGAL. Very simple."

Don't fall for this Trump post about bringing peace to 'Isle of Fifa'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 20:01:08 UTC

The U.S. president did receive a FIFA Peace Prize, but the Truth Social post about the "Fifanian people" was not real.

Did Wyoming mountain really collapse? Rumor doesn't hold up

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 21:12:52 UTC

While real mountains can collapse in a similar fashion due to landslides, this particular story wasn't real.

Be wary of images showing Jimmy Kimmel's 'final monologue' after Trump criticism

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 22:43:20 UTC

"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" was temporarily suspended in September 2025 but returned to air.

Finding new homes for an unusual hair museum's artifacts

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 22:46:31 UTC

A museum devoted to art crafted from human hair drew curious visitors to Independence, Mo., for decades. Now that it has closed, its delicate Victorian wreaths and jewelry are finding new homes.

No evidence Gavin Newsom donated $12M to feed children because Obama asked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 23:14:23 UTC

The charity that supposedly received the donation from the California governor did not appear to exist.

Is TSA checking passengers' cellphones for 5 apps? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-08 23:26:47 UTC

In one popular YouTube video, an alleged flight attendant named Sophia warned passengers about TSA conducting "electronic device examinations."

December 9 Wikipedia featured article

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Macrobdella decora , the North American medicinal leech, is a species of freshwater leech found in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. A medium-sized annelid growing up to 8.5 cm (3.3 in) long, it has a spotted greenish-brown back and a reddish underbelly. M. decora is commonly encountered by swimmers and lives in ponds, ditches, and wetlands. The leeches are both blood-sucking parasites and aggressive predators. They have three saw-like "jaws" which they use to penetrate their host's skin, and they can remain attached for up to two hours. Their hosts include fish, turtles, wading birds, and mammals, including humans. The leeches are also voracious predators who eat other invertebrates, amphibian eggs and larvae, and sometimes even members of their own species . M. decora was historically used for leeching by European colonists in North America, who found the native leeches "equally efficacious" as those from Europe. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Coventry ring road 2015 Trophée Éric Bompard Jefferson Davis Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 9

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 00:05:20 UTC

December 9 : International Anti-Corruption Day Electron micrograph of the smallpox virus 1775 – American Revolutionary War : After their loss in the Battle of Great Bridge , British authorities were forced to evacuate from the Colony of Virginia . 1940 – Second World War : British and Commonwealth forces began Operation Compass , the first major Allied military operation of the Western Desert campaign . 1965 – A large, brilliant fireball was seen by thousands in midwestern North America before landing in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania . 1979 – A World Health Organization commission of scientists certified the global eradication of smallpox (virus pictured) , making it the only human infectious disease to date to have been completely eradicated . 1990 – In Serbia's first multi-party election , Slobodan Milošević won the presidential election and the Socialist Party of Serbia won the majority of seats in the National Assembly . Nasr ibn Sayyar (d. 748) Isabelle Urquhart (b. 1865) Grete Wiesenthal (b. 1885) McKayla Maroney (b. 1995) More anniversaries: December 8 December 9 December 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Reporter told Trump 'I ask questions, not permission'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 00:56:16 UTC

Widely shared posts claimed a CNBC reporter snapped back at Trump, saying, "Sir, you are the president, not God."

Watch out for video claiming Hegseth was banned from family Christmas celebrations

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 02:32:09 UTC

The user who first shared the claim said the video was "just satire."

Are the sun's UV rays stronger on cloudy days?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 11:01:24 UTC

Studies show that you should wear sunscreen, even on a cloudy day.

Did Vance say it's 'reasonable to not want neighbors who speak another language'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 12:02:24 UTC

The vice president called the quote "made up," but added, "You need a common language, and in America, that language is English."

13 rumors about Venezuela we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 14:01:45 UTC

As rumors spread that the Trump administration was preparing to invade Venezuela, we pulled together 13 stories we've done about the country.

Could FIFA remove its president for giving Trump the FIFA Peace Prize? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 20:15:25 UTC

Rumors claim the world soccer body will remove Gianni Infantino for giving Trump the prize on live television.

Is FBI compiling list of American 'extremists'? We confirmed leaked memo

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 21:29:41 UTC

Attorney General Pam Bondi's memo asked the DOJ to prosecute the "most serious, readily provable offenses."

USCIS reportedly turned away immigrants set to become citizens. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 23:19:13 UTC

The allegation came after USCIS directed employees to suspend all immigration applications from 19 travel ban countries on Dec. 2, 2025.

Story of Pinewood Elementary janitor 'Stanley Okoye' who taught kids to read doesn't check out

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-09 23:50:11 UTC

Save your appreciation for a real janitor.

December 10 Wikipedia featured article

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Edmund Ætheling (born 1016 or 1017, died before 1057) was a son of Edmund Ironside and his wife Ealdgyth . Edmund Ironside briefly ruled as king of England following the death of his father Æthelred the Unready in April 1016. Edmund Ironside died in late 1016 after a hard-fought war with Danish invader Cnut who became king of all England shortly after. The following year, Cnut sent Edmund Ironside's two infant sons, Edmund Ætheling and Edward the Exile , to Continental Europe, probably to the King of Sweden , to be murdered. Instead, the princes were spared and sent to Hungary , possibly after a sojourn at the court of Yaroslav I , prince of Kiev , in Russia. As Ironside's marriage lasted no more than 15 months, Edmund and Edward were either twins or one was born after their father's death. Edmund may have married a daughter of the Hungarian king, and he died in Hungary on 10 January in an unknown year before 1057. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Macrobdella decora Coventry ring road 2015 Trophée Éric Bompard Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 10

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 00:05:04 UTC

December 10 : Human Rights Day ; Nobel Banquet in Stockholm, Sweden Huckleberry Finn depicted by E. W. Kemble 1884 – Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (Finn depicted) by American author Mark Twain was first published in the United Kingdom and Canada, two months earlier than in the US. 1890 – The New York World Building , the then-tallest building in the United States at a height of 110 meters, is completed in New York City. 1907 – During the Brown Dog affair , protesters marched through London and clashed with police officers in Trafalgar Square over the existence of a memorial for animals that had been vivisected . 1942 – Edward Raczyński of the Polish government-in-exile issued a note that was the first official report on the Holocaust . 1989 – At the first open pro-democracy demonstration in Mongolia, journalist Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj announced the formation of the Mongolian Democratic Union , which would be instrumental in ending communist rule four months later . Margaret Eliza Maltby (b. 1860) Giosue Gallucci (b. 1864) Pío Romero Bosque (d. 1935) Sultan Kösen (b. 1982) More anniversaries: December 9 December 10 December 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Judge Caprio 'shut down' CEO's daughter? You can rule the video a fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 00:09:33 UTC

The video shared online in December 2025 was generated with artificial intelligence tools.

Unpacking reports ICE detained Jamaican-born Army veteran Godfrey Wade

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 00:12:30 UTC

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson confirmed that ICE arrested Wade on Sept. 18. His family said he served in the U.S. Army.

Does photo show Quentin Tarantino glaring at Paul Dano? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 00:46:04 UTC

The alleged photo made the rounds online after the Oscar-winning writer and director criticized Paul Dano's acting in a December 2025 podcast episode.

Grounding rumor Trump gifted his private plane to Make-A-Wish Foundation

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 00:49:53 UTC

A rumor that Trump said he "didn’t really need" his private jet — known as Trump Force One — spread online.

DOD gave $620M loan to startup backed by Donald Trump Jr.'s venture capital firm

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 02:31:27 UTC

The Pentagon told Snopes Donald Trump Jr. was "not involved in any aspect" of the deal.

Don't be fooled by doctored photo of Trump and daughter Ivanka

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 11:01:12 UTC

Images of U.S. President Donald Trump and a young Ivanka, one of his daughters, often resurface on social media — some authentic, others doctored.

Missouri man skipped 13-year prison sentence due to clerical error

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 12:02:15 UTC

Cornealious "Mike" Anderson expected to go to prison in 2002, but authorities never came to arrest him — not until more than a decade later.

20 rumors we've investigated about Hegseth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 14:02:11 UTC

No, Hegseth doesn't have a swastika tattoo — although some of his ink may be associated with Christian nationalist movements.

Did Adm. Alvin Holsey call Trump 'a disgrace' before abrupt resignation? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 20:28:28 UTC

Social media users shared the claim alongside a picture of Trump and Adm. Daryl Caudle, the U.S. chief of naval operations — not Holsey.

Look out for rumor Trump raised price of admission to national parks on MLK Day and Juneteenth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 21:21:47 UTC

The rumor came from a satirical account on X.

Beware claim global leaders announced sanctions against US, Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 21:30:36 UTC

A YouTube video posted in December 2025 claimed the EU, the U.K., Canada and Australia had announced sanctions against U.S. President Donald Trump.

Does an image show JD Vance arguing with his wife, Usha, in a restaurant? We analyzed it

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 22:40:26 UTC

Vance appeared to joke when replying to a user sharing the rumored image: "I always wear an undershirt in public to fight with my wife."

Wild story about mother bear and cub rescuing lost girl in Alaska is fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 23:36:24 UTC

Real cubs leave footprints in the snow, which were missing from the "trail camera" photos.

Don't believe rumor Ireland denied Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship application

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-10 23:40:30 UTC

The comedian moved to Ireland in January 2025 in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 election.

December 11 Wikipedia featured article

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George Mason (December 11, 1725 – October 7, 1792) was a Founding Father of the United States . A delegate to the Constitutional Convention of 1787, he was one of three delegates who refused to sign the Constitution . His writings have exercised a significant influence on American political thought and events. The Virginia Declaration of Rights , which Mason principally authored, served as a basis for the United States Bill of Rights , of which he has been deemed a father. Many clauses in the Constitution were influenced by Mason's input, but he ultimately did not sign, citing the lack of a bill of rights. His prominent fight for a bill of rights led fellow Virginian James Madison to introduce one during the First Congress in 1789; these amendments were ratified in 1791, a year before Mason died. Obscure after his death, Mason later came to be recognized in the 20th and 21st centuries for his contributions to Virginia and the early United States. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Edmund Ætheling Macrobdella decora Coventry ring road Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 11

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 00:05:21 UTC

December 11 Lunar Roving Vehicle, driven by Gene Cernan 1899 – Second Boer War : In the Battle of Magersfontein , Boers defeated British forces trying to relieve the Siege of Kimberley . 1925 – Pope Pius XI promulgated the encyclical Quas primas , establishing the Feast of Christ the King . 1972 – Apollo 17 (Lunar Roving Vehicle pictured) , the last Apollo mission , landed on the Moon . 1998 – With its pilot believed to have been suffering from spatial disorientation , Thai Airways Flight 261 crashed in a swamp on approach to Surat Thani Airport , resulting in 101 deaths. 2005 – Demonstrations in Cronulla , a suburb of Sydney, against recent violence towards locals turned into a series of race riots . Pieter Nuyts (d. 1655) Isaac Shelby (b. 1750) Max Born (b. 1882) Emmanuelle Charpentier (b. 1968) More anniversaries: December 10 December 11 December 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

AOC didn't say Nancy Pelosi had a drinking problem

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 00:29:37 UTC

“She handles herself well, but that’s not the point,” AOC allegedly said.

Photos show Epstein's Manhattan townhouse and Trump's Oval Office with similar gold decor

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 02:32:03 UTC

The pictures were posted side-by-side to show the similarities between the gilded interior design of Epstein's townhouse and the Trump White House.

Breaking down claim Ghislaine Maxwell confirmed Epstein had 'secret tapes' of Trump, Clinton

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 11:01:55 UTC

The rumor touched on long-running speculation about Epstein's powerful connections and alleged use of hidden cameras in his properties.

Posts claim Somali politician in Maine put 'murder bounty' on journalist. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 12:02:44 UTC

The claim jumbled elements of reporting from political news sites in Maine.

25 NFL rumors we've analyzed

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 14:01:41 UTC

Claims about the NFL run the gamut from player gossip to rumors about controversial policies.

Dolly Parton didn't open animal sanctuary in Tennessee, honestly

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 18:41:23 UTC

The country singer is an animal lover, but this particular rumor had no legs to stand on.

Did Marco Rubio cancel Tom Hanks' passport, restrict his travel? Cast away suspicious claims

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 21:52:29 UTC

Satirical Facebook page America's Last Line of Defense has struck again.

Don't believe video showing Netflix logo on iconic Warner Bros. water tower

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 22:28:20 UTC

A video shared online soon after Netflix announced it was acquiring Warner Bros. was edited so the Netflix logo would be on the iconic water tower.

Did Trump threaten ICC with sanctions while seeking immunity? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-11 23:51:26 UTC

The International Criminal Court has been a frequent target for the Trump administration.

On this day: December 12

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 00:02:03 UTC

December 12 : Beginning of the Yule Lads ' arrival in Iceland HMS Duchess 1388 – Unable to defend her possessions, Maria of Enghien sold the lordship of Argos and Nauplia to the Republic of Venice . 1939 – The Royal Navy destroyer HMS Duchess collided with HMS Barham , the battleship she was escorting, sinking with heavy loss of life. 1942 – World War II : German troops began Operation Winter Storm , an attempt to relieve encircled Axis forces during the Battle of Stalingrad . 1964 – Jomo Kenyatta became the first president of the Republic of Kenya . 1979 – A magnitude-8.2 earthquake struck just off the shore of Tumaco , Colombia, causing at least 300 deaths, mostly by the resulting tsunami . John Boydell (d. 1804) Anne Liburd (b. 1920) Doris Blackburn (d. 1970) Evelyn S. Lieberman (d. 2015) More anniversaries: December 11 December 12 December 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 12 Wikipedia featured article

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Coin of Theodosius III Theodosius III was the Byzantine emperor from around May 715 to 717. Before rising to the throne of the Byzantine Empire , he was a tax collector in Adramyttium . In 715, the Byzantine navy and the troops of the Opsician Theme , one of the Byzantine provinces, revolted against Anastasius II , acclaiming the reluctant Theodosius as emperor. He led his troops to Chrysopolis and then Constantinople , seizing the city in November 715. Anastasius did not surrender until several months later, accepting exile in a monastery in return for safety. Many themes viewed Theodosius to be a puppet of the troops of the Opsician Theme, and his legitimacy was denied by the Anatolics and the Armeniacs under their respective strategoi (generals) Leo the Isaurian and Artabasdos . Leo entered Constantinople and definitively seized power in 717, allowing Theodosius and his son to retire to a monastery. When Theodosius died is uncertain, but it may have been in 754. (Full article... ) Recently featured: George Mason Edmund Ætheling Macrobdella decora Archive By email More featured articles About

Inspecting claim Venezuela's Hugo Carvajal released list of politicians who took kickbacks

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 00:21:13 UTC

Carvajal reportedly sent a letter to President Trump and Americans detailing allegations against Venezuela, but he never named specific politicians.

Does Trump admin send $45M in cash weekly to Taliban? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 01:00:17 UTC

Users discussed the claim in December 2025 after Newsweek published the headline "Trump admin sending Taliban $45M sparks Republican backlash."

FIFA didn't revoke Trump's peace prize after board members launched investigation

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 02:31:59 UTC

The soccer governing body awarded the U.S. president with the award on Dec. 5, 2025.

How to spot suspicious health supplements and avoid getting scammed

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 11:01:33 UTC

Snopes readers regularly ask whether supplement brands like Neurocept and Burn Peak are legit. Here's how you can tell yourself.

Could 'Trump Gold Card' visas bring in president's predicted profits? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 12:02:20 UTC

Scores of millionaires could afford the visas, but it was unclear how many would buy them.

7 rumors we've investigated about relationship between Trump and FIFA

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 14:01:28 UTC

As the U.S. prepared for the 2026 World Cup, rumors abounded about the rapport between the president and the international soccer organization.

Rumor claims Massachusetts millionaires tax raised $1.5B. The real number is higher

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 18:43:06 UTC

Funding from the "Fair Share" amendment helped support free school meals and community college, among other initiatives.

Don't fall for photo showing Trump using walker

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 21:10:54 UTC

The image contained "SynthID," Google's own invisible watermark, according to the company's artificial intelligence assistant.

Did Erika Kirk launch $175M school for orphans and homeless children in Chicago?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 21:58:29 UTC

According to Facebook posts, "The story has gone viral, with millions calling it 'the most meaningful tribute in modern American philanthropy.'"

Did Liam Neeson narrate anti-vax documentary? Claim is true

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 22:32:12 UTC

While the actor narrated an anti-vaccine documentary, he has expressed support for vaccines before, calling them a "remarkable human success story."

Newly released Epstein estate photo shows Trump with 6 women

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 22:40:18 UTC

House Oversight Democrats released 19 photos from a trove of 95,000 images, four of which featured the president or his likeness.

Honey flavor reaches new depths with... spotted lanternfly droppings

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 22:58:45 UTC

Savory, sour and earthy tasting honey could be the new normal thanks to a new ingredient. Spotted lanternfly poop. The insects spread along the east coast across could usher in new ways to use honey.

White House really posted image of Trump as Minecraft character

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-12 23:28:46 UTC

Despite the freedom with which people can customize their characters in the popular game, this particularly image wasn't a real game screenshot.

December 13 Wikipedia featured article

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Scott Zolak (born December 13, 1967) is an American broadcaster and former professional football player. He played quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons, primarily with the New England Patriots . Over the course of his career, he played in 55 games, with 7 starts, for the Patriots and Miami Dolphins , completed 124 of 248 passes for 1,314 yards, threw eight touchdowns and seven interceptions, and finished his career with a passer rating of 64.8. A graduate of the University of Maryland , Zolak was selected 84th in the 1991 NFL draft by the New England Patriots. He did not play in 1991, but started four games in 1992 and had his most productive season statistically. When Drew Bledsoe was drafted in 1993, Zolak became his backup for the next six seasons. He was released at the end of the 1998 season, and signed with the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins in 1999. After his retirement, he became a sportscaster and football analyst in the New England area. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Theodosius III George Mason Edmund Ætheling Archive By email More featured articles About

Polaroids of Trump and Epstein with young women are fake. Here's the proof

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 00:01:57 UTC

The images circulated online as House Oversight Democrats continued to release photos, videos and emails from the Epstein estate.

On this day: December 13

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 00:03:01 UTC

December 13 : Nanjing Massacre Memorial Day in China (1937 ) Haile Selassie 1294 – Saint Celestine V resigned the papacy after only five months to return to his previous life as an ascetic hermit . 1577 – Francis Drake set sail from Plymouth , England, on his round-the-world voyage . 1862 – American Civil War : Union forces under Ambrose Burnside suffered severe casualties against entrenched Confederate defenders at the Battle of Fredericksburg in Virginia. 1957 – A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Iranian Hamadan province , killing at least 1,130 people. 1960 – With Haile Selassie (pictured) , Emperor of Ethiopia , out of the country, four conspirators staged a coup attempt to install Crown Prince Asfaw Wossen on the throne. Paul Speratus (b. 1484) Dick Van Dyke (b. 1925) Dora Marsden (d. 1960) Addie Viola Smith (d. 1975) More anniversaries: December 12 December 13 December 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did trucker Rusty Miller rescue mother and baby from snowy highway?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 00:54:40 UTC

According to the story, the truck driver allegedly said, "I slammed the brakes so hard my coffee flew out of the holder."

Did Dolly Parton pull her music from Amazon to protest Bezos-Trump alignment?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 01:05:58 UTC

As of Dec. 12, 2025, her music remained on Amazon streaming platforms.

What we know about claims of Army veteran George Retes' arrest and detention

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 02:31:56 UTC

Posts shared testimony from Retes, who claimed ICE agents violently detained him despite his statements that he was a U.S. citizen and veteran.

Drunk raccoon behind liquor store rampage suspected of other 'break-ins'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 10:20:10 UTC

A raccoon that passed out drunk after running amok in a Virginia liquor store is suspected of two other "break-ins". Pics: Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter

Illinois city supposedly posted about snow removal, 'Your mom gets plowed first.' That's not true

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 14:01:17 UTC

The humorous post made the rounds again in December 2025.

17 Trump Truth Social posts we've debunked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-13 19:01:33 UTC

Social media users often make up posts to satirize the president's real posts and views.

December 14 Wikipedia featured article

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Tom Hall, game designer Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons is a three-part, episodic, side-scrolling , platform video game by Ideas from the Deep and published by Apogee Software in 1990 for MS-DOS . Tom Hall (pictured) designed the game, John Carmack and John Romero programmed it, and artist Adrian Carmack assisted. The game came about when Carmack found a way to implement smooth side-scrolling on IBM-compatible PCs , and Scott Miller asked the team to develop an original game within three months. The game follows Keen as he runs, jumps, and shoots through various levels, retrieving the stolen parts of his spaceship, preventing an alien ship from destroying landmarks, and hunting down the aliens responsible. Released through shareware , sales were strong and it was lauded by reviewers for its graphical achievement and humorous style. The team continued as id Software to produce another four episodes of the Commander Keen series and followed up with Wolfenstein 3D and Doom . It has been re-released several times. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Scott Zolak Theodosius III George Mason Archive By email More featured articles About

Watch out for rumor Helen Mirren announced $107M Netflix investment

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-14 00:01:53 UTC

A similar false story about actor Bette Midler investing millions into Netflix also circulated on social media around the same time.

On this day: December 14

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-14 00:04:43 UTC

December 14 : Martyred Intellectuals Day in Bangladesh (1971 ), Monkey Day 1925 Wozzeck poster 835 – In the Sweet Dew incident , Emperor Wenzong of the Tang dynasty conspired to kill the powerful eunuchs of the Tang court, but the plot was foiled. 1925 – Wozzeck (poster pictured) by composer Alban Berg , described as the first atonal opera, premiered at the Berlin State Opera . 1948 – American physicists Thomas T. Goldsmith Jr. and Estle Ray Mann were awarded a patent for their cathode-ray tube amusement device , the first interactive electronic game . 1960 – Australian cricketer Ian Meckiff was run out on the last day of the first Test match between Australia and the West Indies , resulting in the first tied Test in cricket history. 1992 – War in Abkhazia : A helicopter carrying evacuees was shot down during the siege of Tkvarcheli , resulting in at least 52 deaths and catalysing more concerted Russian military intervention on behalf of Abkhazia . Niccolò Perotti (d. 1480) Giovanni Battista Cipriani (d. 1785) Michael Owen (b. 1979) Huang Zongying (d. 2020) More anniversaries: December 13 December 14 December 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

What to know about claims of California 'radiation fog'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-14 03:02:05 UTC

The massive blanket of fog wasn't filled with radioative material, as some claimed.

'Nebraska Walz's for Trump' T-shirts photo truly shows Tim Walz's relatives

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-14 14:01:52 UTC

A picture of eight people wearing the shirts that spread online ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election recirculated in late 2025.

14 rumors about Epstein's island, fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-14 19:01:59 UTC

Numerous rumors have circulated about what happened on Little St. James in the U.S. Virgin Islands under the convicted sex offender's watch.

Rumor has it photo shows John Roberts sitting next to Ghislaine Maxwell. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 00:01:11 UTC

A photo shows the convicted sex trafficker with French modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel, not the U.S. Supreme Court chief justice.

December 15 Wikipedia featured article

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Simon Cameron (1799–1889) was an American politician who was elected senator from Pennsylvania four times, and was War Secretary under Lincoln at the start of the Civil War . At first a supporter of James Buchanan , whom he succeeded in the Senate when Buchanan became Secretary of State in 1845, Cameron broke with Buchanan and the Democrats by the 1850s. An opponent of slavery , he briefly joined the Know Nothings before winning another term in the Senate as a Republican in 1857. He helped nominate and elect Lincoln, but rumors of corruption surrounded him; it was with reluctance that Lincoln appointed him to the cabinet. He did not do well in his post, and Lincoln made him minister to Russia in 1862, a post he held briefly. He rebuilt his political machine in Pennsylvania, winning a third term in the Senate in 1867 . After ten years he resigned, arranging the election of his son, Don Cameron , in his place. Simon Cameron lived to age 90; his machine dominated local politics until the 1920s. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons Scott Zolak Theodosius III Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 15

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 00:04:08 UTC

December 15 : First Day of Hanukkah (Judaism , 2025) Constantine VIII 1025 – Constantine VIII (depicted) became the sole Byzantine emperor, 63 years after being crowned co-emperor. 1890 – Sitting Bull , a Hunkpapa Lakota leader, was killed on Standing Rock Sioux Reservation in South Dakota by U.S. Indian agency police . 1939 – The American historical epic film Gone With the Wind , adapted from Margaret Mitchell 's Pulitzer Prize –winning novel of the same name , premiered in Atlanta, Georgia . 1945 – The US-led occupying forces ordered the government of Japan to cease state support for Shinto . 2019 – Citizenship Amendment Act protests : 10 to 15 local women blockaded a major road in Delhi , India, to protest the exclusion of Muslims from the amended Citizenship Act . David Teniers the Younger (bapt. 1610) Sarah Trimmer (d. 1810) Vallabhbhai Patel (d. 1950) Bob Feller (d. 2010) More anniversaries: December 14 December 15 December 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Ilhan Omar marry her brother? No evidence supports rumor

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 03:00:59 UTC

The rumor has circulated since 2016, when the Somali American was elected to Minnesota's state House.

Did study find raccoons are showing signs of domestication?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 11:01:56 UTC

Shorter snout length among raccoons from urban areas is a sign of "domestication syndrome."

Does this Wikipedia listing show 'Scooby-Doo' characters were based on real '60s leftist group?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 12:02:03 UTC

Zoinks! That's not Shaggy, that's Dustin Hoffman!

25 rumors about the FBI, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 14:01:18 UTC

Yes, the agency once encouraged Martin Luther King Jr. to kill himself. No, undercover FBI agents did not incite violence during the Jan. 6 riot.

Trump post said Rob Reiner died from 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 18:26:28 UTC

The authentic Truth Social post from the president also called the famed director and actor "tortured and struggling."

Beware this video claiming to show US troops seizing oil ship near Venezuela

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 20:48:03 UTC

In December 2025, the U.S. did seize an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela — just not the one shown in viral posts.

Ben Shapiro didn't say full release of Epstein files would destroy Trump's presidency

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 21:00:31 UTC

Shapiro dismissed a discharge petition for the Department of Justice to release files relating to Epstein as a distraction from Trump's presidency.

Unraveling baseless rumor Rob and Michele Reiner's son Nick is transgender

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 23:25:59 UTC

Nick Reiner, who is suspected in the deaths of his parents, was arrested on a murder charge, Los Angeles police said.

Photo from Epstein estate shows Trump's face on condom packaging

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-15 23:54:57 UTC

The condoms displayed a cartoon picture of Trump with the label, “I’m HUUUUGE!”

Don't believe rumor Barron Trump shut down Ilhan Omar on MSNBC

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 00:01:50 UTC

This made-up story is strikingly similar to a tale of the presidential son confronting Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

On this day: December 16

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 00:03:45 UTC

December 16 : Day of Reconciliation in South Africa Slowed down special effect from "Dennō Senshi Porygon " 1640 – Prussian forces, led by Frederick the Great , moved his troops into the Habsburg region of Silesia , starting the First Silesian War . 1850 – Settlers of the Canterbury Association aboard Randolph and Charlotte Jane arrived to establish a colony at Christchurch , New Zealand. 1922 – Gabriel Narutowicz , the first president of Poland , was assassinated only five days after having taken office. 1930 – German-American gangster Herman Lamm killed himself during a botched robbery attempt in Clinton, Indiana , to avoid being captured by police. 1997 – "Dennō Senshi Porygon ", an episode of the Japanese television series Pokémon , induced epileptic seizures in 685 children (effect pictured) . Jane Austen (b. 1775) Bertha Lamme Feicht (b. 1869) Charles Brenton Fisk (d. 1983) Bethwel Henry (d. 2020) More anniversaries: December 15 December 16 December 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 16 Wikipedia featured article

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Edith Swan (left) and Rose Gooding (right) The Littlehampton libels were a series of letters sent to numerous residents of Littlehampton , in southern England, over a three-year period between 1920 and 1923. The letters, which contained obscenities and false accusations, were written by Edith Swan, a thirty-year-old laundress; she tried to incriminate her neighbour, Rose Gooding, a thirty-year-old married woman. Swan and Gooding (both pictured) had once been friends, but after Swan made a false report to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children accusing Gooding of maltreating one of her sister's children, the letters started arriving. Many of them were signed as if from Gooding. Swan brought a private prosecution against Gooding for libel . Gooding was imprisoned twice, but Scotland Yard investigated and cleared her. Swan was prosecuted in December 1921. A similar case of letters being sent over several years was reported in 2024, in the village of Shiptonthorpe , East Yorkshire. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Simon Cameron Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons Scott Zolak Archive By email More featured articles About

Trump Truth Social post about talking to Jesus is fake

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 00:16:05 UTC

The supposed post spread online in December 2025, with some people claiming it showed the U.S. president was showing showing signs of dementia.

'Absolute horror': What Rob Reiner said about Charlie Kirk's death

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 00:29:00 UTC

After President Donald Trump baselessly tied Reiner's death to "Trump Derangement Syndrome," users shared a clip of Reiner reacting to Kirk's slaying.

How Trump policies align with Project 2025 on immigration, federal reform and more

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 11:01:54 UTC

From immigration to abortion policies, numerous actions by the Trump administration mirror Project 2025 proposals, a Snopes analysis shows.

These Project 2025 creators are now shaping Trump admin policies

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 12:02:37 UTC

More than a dozen people in Trump's administration helped create the sweeping plan to overhaul the federal government.

What Trump has said about Project 2025 over the years: A timeline

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 14:02:10 UTC

During his 2024 presidential campaign, Trump distanced himself from Project 2025. Now his administration is enacting many of its proposals.

Did Leavitt say Trump 'doesn't care if you're black, brown, yellow or normal'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 16:00:40 UTC

Online users shared the purported quote from the White House press secretary, beginning with, "President Trump is not racist," in December 2025.

'Things can happen': Trump quote about Brown University shooting spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 20:40:17 UTC

The U.S. president made the remark while speaking at a Christmas reception.

Story about Eric Langford, missing Boy Scout, isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 21:20:53 UTC

The fictional, AI-powered story originated in YouTube and TikTok videos. Then, users residing in Vietnam promoted the tale in articles with more AI.

Minnesota woman Sue Tincher was arrested by ICE while observing agents

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 22:15:36 UTC

Tincher, 55, told local media the experience made her "more committed" to observing enforcement actions.

Did Chuck Schumer say 'go Bills' before remarks on Sydney and Brown shootings?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-16 23:28:02 UTC

Conservative podcaster Alec Lace described Schumer's remark as "tone deaf."

December 17 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 00:02:22 UTC

Ruins of Fountains Abbey Around June 1447, John Greenwell was poisoned by a monk, William Downom. The abbot of Fountains Abbey (ruins pictured) , Greenwell led the richest abbey in England; his office made him an important figure in Yorkshire . The first half of the century saw the abbey wracked with internal strife, including a disputed election which had violent repercussions as well as, possibly, embezzlement . Greenwell appears to have brought a degree of peace to the abbey upon his election, but he does not seem to have been popular. Downom poisoned a dish of pottage , which he attempted to feed to Greenwell while he was sick. He survived the poisoning, and the case became notorious. Although it took over a year and discussions with Fountains' motherhouse of Cîteaux Abbey , Downom was eventually expelled. Greenwell remained controversial and was both accused and accuser in local lawsuits, and incurred the distrust of King Edward IV for his political leanings. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Littlehampton libels Simon Cameron Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 17

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 00:03:35 UTC

December 17 : International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers Aztec calendar stone 1790 – The Aztec sun stone (pictured) , now a modern symbol of Mexican culture, was excavated in the Zócalo , the main square of Mexico City. 1862 – American Civil War : Union General Ulysses S. Grant issued General Order No. 11 , expelling Jews from Tennessee , Mississippi , and Kentucky . 1939 – World War II : After sustaining moderate damage in the Battle of the River Plate two days earlier, the German cruiser Graf Spee was scuttled by its commander, Hans Langsdorff , to avoid its internment by Uruguay. 1945 – The modern flag of Kurdistan was raised for the first time in Mahabad , Iran. 1990 – American gay rights activist William E. Woods brought three same-sex couples to fill out marriage licenses in Honolulu, leading to the eventual legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States. Domenico Cimarosa (b. 1749) James White (d. 1825) Kenneth E. Iverson (b. 1920) Milla Jovovich (b. 1975) More anniversaries: December 16 December 17 December 18 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Rumor that Oura ring shares health data with Palantir is an exaggeration

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 11:01:29 UTC

It's true Oura partners with Palantir Technologies, a software company that serves the U.S. government. But some claims about data-sharing are false.

Don't believe rumor McMahon's Education Dept. made 'there, 'their' and 'they're' mean the same thing

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 12:01:44 UTC

There is no evidence they’re changing their policy.

Trump admin said it rescued more than 62K children from sex trafficking and abuse. Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 14:01:13 UTC

A November 2025 initiative by ICE is focused on the sponsors migrant children have been placed with.

Did Trump soil himself at Kennedy Center Honors ceremony? No evidence that happened

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 16:01:26 UTC

This rumor was filled with excrement.

Contextualizing Trump post about Venezuela stealing 'oil, land and other assets' from the US

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 20:05:00 UTC

The president said in a Truth Social post Venezuela should return those assets to the U.S. and declared an oil tanker blockade.

Posts claim Rob Reiner had ties to Epstein. There's no evidence

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 21:33:19 UTC

The director was never named in any lawsuits or court documents, and he wasn't in Epstein's "black book."

Rumor claiming Rob Reiner said he wished would-be Trump assassin 'hadn't missed' lacks evidence

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-17 23:15:25 UTC

Footage does, however, exist of the filmmaker condemning political violence, such as the killing of late conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

December 18 Wikipedia featured article

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Caesar cipher with a left shift of 3 A Caesar cipher , also known as Caesar's cipher, the shift cipher, Caesar's code, or the Caesar shift, is one of the simplest and most widely known encryption techniques in cryptography . Named after Julius Caesar , who is said to have used it, it is a type of substitution cipher in which each letter in the plaintext is replaced by a letter some fixed number of positions down the alphabet . For example, with a left shift of 3, D would be replaced by A, E would become B, and so on (pictured) . Caesar is believed to have used one in his private correspondence, and a similar one was used by his nephew, Augustus . The encryption step performed by a Caesar cipher is often incorporated as part of more complex schemes, such as the Vigenère cipher , and still has modern application in the ROT13 system. As with all single-alphabet substitution ciphers, the Caesar cipher is easily broken and in modern practice offers essentially no communications security . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Poisoning of Abbot Greenwell Littlehampton libels Simon Cameron Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 18

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 00:07:17 UTC

December 18 : National Day in Qatar (1878 ) Thomas Paine 1499 – Muslims in Granada began a rebellion against their Castilian rulers in response to forced conversions to Catholicism . 1792 – Thomas Paine (depicted) was found guilty of seditious libel for the publication of the second part of his book Rights of Man . 1867 – In Angola, New York , the last coach of a Lake Shore Railway train derailed , plunged 40 feet (12 m) down a gully , and caught fire, resulting in approximately 49 deaths. 1939 – Second World War : The Luftwaffe won a victory over the Royal Air Force in the Battle of the Heligoland Bight , greatly influencing both sides' future aerial warfare strategy. 2023 – A series of mass protests began in Belgrade , Serbia, alleging electorial irregularities in the Serbian parliament and Belgrade city assembly elections. Henrietta Edwards (b. 1849) Edwin Howard Armstrong (b. 1890) Sia (b. 1975) Alexei Kosygin (d. 1980) More anniversaries: December 17 December 18 December 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is Bondi Beach 'hero' Ahmed al-Ahmed Muslim? Evidence points to yes

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 00:27:22 UTC

"Praise be to Allah for everything and may Allah reward you for everything,” he said. Detractors tried to paint a different picture.

Rob Reiner didn't share profanity-laced tweet about Trump and MAGA

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 00:33:26 UTC

Laura Loomer was among the people who shared a screenshot of Reiner's purported post on social media.

Is photo of Trump and Bill Clinton cuddling in bed real?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 00:46:24 UTC

A member of the Snopes Tips Facebook group asked, "This picture is making the rounds. Can you look into it?"

Posts claim Polaroids of Trump and Epstein with young females are real. They're wrong

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 11:01:57 UTC

Some of the posts circulating the images inaccurately reported they came from official releases of Jeffrey Epstein files.

14 rumors about Venezuela we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 12:02:15 UTC

As concerns grew that the Trump administration was seeking to invade Venezuela, we compiled 14 rumors we've tackled about the country.

AOC didn't spend $50K on Bad Bunny concert. Here's how her campaign really spent the money

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 14:01:34 UTC

Ocasio-Cortez would not be the first person in the world to travel for work and go to a concert while in the area.

Rob Reiner on Trump: 'Unqualified' and 'mentally unfit'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 16:01:42 UTC

The rumor circulated following the death of the film director and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner.

What we know about suspected Bondi Beach shooters

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 18:48:26 UTC

Sajid and Naveed Akram are suspected of killing at least 15 people and injuring dozens during a Hanukkah gathering in Australia.

White House plaques on 'Presidential Walk of Fame' criticize Biden, Obama

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-18 19:23:06 UTC

Trump's second-term plaque promised, meanwhile, "THE BEST IS YET TO COME!"

December 19 Wikipedia featured article

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Ali MacGraw The Getaway is a 1972 American action thriller film based on the 1958 novel by Jim Thompson . The film was directed by Sam Peckinpah , written by Walter Hill , and stars Steve McQueen , Ali MacGraw (pictured) , Ben Johnson , Al Lettieri , and Sally Struthers . The plot follows imprisoned mastermind robber Carter "Doc" McCoy, whose wife Carol conspires for his release on the condition they rob a bank in Texas. A double-cross follows the crime, and the McCoys are forced to flee for Mexico with the police and criminals in hot pursuit. The Getaway premiered on December 19, 1972. Despite the negative reviews it received upon release, numerous retrospective critics give the film good reviews. A box-office hit earning more than $36 million, it was the eighth highest-grossing film of 1972 , and one of the most financially successful productions of Peckinpah's and McQueen's careers. A film remake starring Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger was released in 1994. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Caesar cipher Poisoning of Abbot Greenwell Littlehampton libels Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 19

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 00:03:38 UTC

December 19 Henry II 1154 – Henry II (depicted) was crowned king of England in Westminster Abbey , London. 1964 – The ruling junta of South Vietnam , led by Nguyễn Khánh , initiated a coup , dissolving the High National Council , a civilian advisory body. 1984 – China and the United Kingdom signed the Sino-British Joint Declaration , agreeing to the transfer of sovereignty of Hong Kong to China on 1 July 1997 . 1985 – Aeroflot Flight 101/435 was hijacked by the co-pilot and landed in a cow pasture in China, where he was apprehended. 1997 – Titanic , the third-highest-grossing film of all time, with a worldwide total of more than US$1.8 billion, was released in the United States. Pope Urban V (d. 1370) Mary Livermore (b. 1820) Mileva Marić (b. 1875) Phil Ochs (b. 1940) More anniversaries: December 18 December 19 December 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is Olive Garden closing? No, but here's how false rumor snowballed

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 00:06:33 UTC

Online users searched for answers about a claim that Darden Restaurants planned to shutter the Italian chain eatery.

Don't be fooled by supposed drone image of giant octopus in Gulf of Mexico

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 00:13:45 UTC

No one is releasing the kraken yet.

Watch out for this video of alligator swimming in mall fountain

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 11:00:52 UTC

The only "onlookers" gawking at the alligator were the collection of people that gathered online to watch the fabricated video.

Does a video show Taylor Swift 'Eras' ride at Disney World?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 12:01:48 UTC

Thrill-seeking Swifties might be disappointed, as the claim came from an AI-generated video.

Don't fall for rumor Erika Kirk raised $1M for Bondi Beach 'hero' Ahmed al-Ahmed

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 14:01:45 UTC

A different, real fundraiser for al-Ahmed had received more than $2.5 million, as of this writing.

Fake Barbra Streisand quote on Rob and Michele Reiner's killing spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 16:01:32 UTC

The director and his wife were found stabbed to death in their home in December 2025.

What to know about Trump's 'Patriot Games' announcement

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 16:56:42 UTC

Cue discussions about which state is District 12 from "The Hunger Games."

10 rumors involving Rob Reiner we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 19:49:22 UTC

The director and his wife were found stabbed to death in their home in December 2025.

Post claims this photo shows Epstein with Netanyahu. That's half right

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 20:25:54 UTC

The X user who made the claim said the post was intended as "sarcasm."

Is Obama paying for the Reiners' funeral expenses? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 20:50:22 UTC

The Obamas said they had plans to see Rob and Michele Reiner just before they were found killed in their L.A. home in December 2025.

Why false claim Trump was flown to hospital spread online

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 21:56:43 UTC

Posts claimed the White House "live cameras" had been turned off while Trump's helicopter headed to the hospital.

Did Rob Reiner say 'too bad he turned his head' about Trump assassination attempt? There's no proof

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-19 22:48:28 UTC

The director was an outspoken critic of the president, but there was no evidence to support this particular quote.

December 20 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-20 00:00:50 UTC

Grave of the British soldiers killed at Bronkhorstspruit The battle of Bronkhorstspruit was the first major engagement of the First Boer War . It took place by the Bronkhorstspruit river near Bronkhorstspruit in Transvaal on 20 December 1880. Threatened by the growing numbers of militant Boers in the Pretoria region, the British recalled the 94th Regiment of Foot , which had several companies garrisoned in towns and villages across the wider area. The regiment's commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Philip Robert Anstruther, led a 34-wagon column on a 188-mile (303 km) journey from Lydenburg to Pretoria. A Boer commando force, led by Francois Gerhardus Joubert , was ordered to stop the British. Anstruther's column was confronted by the Boers, who demanded that the British stop their march. Anstruther refused, and the Boers attacked. The British took heavy casualties and surrendered after about 15 minutes; their surviving men were captured. Anstruther was badly wounded and died of his injuries a few days later. (Full article... ) Recently featured: The Getaway (1972 film) Caesar cipher Poisoning of Abbot Greenwell Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 20

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-20 00:03:39 UTC

December 20 MV Doña Paz in port, 1984 1248 – Attempting to form an alliance with the Mongol Empire , Louis IX of France met with two of their envoys while en route to the Seventh Crusade . 1984 – Twelve-year-old Jonelle Matthews disappeared from her home in Greeley, Colorado ; her body was not discovered until 2019. 1987 – The deadliest peacetime maritime disaster in history occurred when the MV Doña Paz (pictured) sank after colliding with an oil tanker in the Tablas Strait in the Philippines, resulting in an estimated 4,385 deaths. 1995 – American Airlines Flight 965 crashed into a mountain in Buga , Colombia, killing most of those on board. 2007 – Pablo Picasso 's Portrait of Suzanne Bloch was stolen from the São Paulo Museum of Art before being recovered about three weeks later. Pope Zephyrinus (d. 217) Richard Boyle, 2nd Viscount Shannon (d. 1740) Maya Lindholm (b. 1990) Dawn Steel (d. 1997) More anniversaries: December 19 December 20 December 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Philadelphia police officer attempt illegal raid on Black prosecutor?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-20 00:34:13 UTC

One account called the alleged incident "a story about courage, knowledge and the ongoing fight against corruption in law enforcement."

Rob Reiner after Rush Limbaugh's death: 'No scarcity of purveyors of disinformation'

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-20 14:02:16 UTC

But readers debated whether the tweet constituted an "attack."

25 rumors involving Trump (or his admin) we investigated in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-20 19:02:09 UTC

These rumors about the president or his inner circle from the past year stood out to our reporters.

December 21 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 00:01:14 UTC

Location map of Rhodesia in Africa The Rhodesian government actively recruited white personnel from other countries from the mid-1970s until 1980 to address manpower shortages in the Rhodesian Security Forces during the Rhodesian Bush War . Between 800 and 2,000 foreign volunteers enlisted. This was controversial as international sanctions banned military assistance for Rhodesia due to its illegal declaration of independence and the white minority 's dominance. The volunteers were often labelled as mercenaries by opponents of the Rhodesian regime, though the government did not regard or pay them as such. They were motivated by opposition to governments led by black people, anti-communism , a desire for adventure, racism, and economic hardship. The Rhodesian government considered the volunteers to be unreliable and they were often treated poorly by their comrades; this contributed to many deserting . Some modern far-right and white supremacist groups celebrate the volunteers. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Battle of Bronkhorstspruit The Getaway (1972 film) Caesar cipher Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 21

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 00:02:12 UTC

December 21 : December solstice (15:03 UTC , 2025); Dongzhi Festival in China (2025) Sergei Prokofiev 1124 – Lamberto Scannabecchi was elected pope , taking the name Honorius II . 1872 – HMS Challenger departed Portsmouth on a scientific expedition that laid the foundations of oceanography . 1919 – After serving two years in prison for encouraging people to resist military conscription , anarchist Emma Goldman was deported from the United States to Russia. 1934 – Lieutenant Kijé , the first film composition by Sergei Prokofiev (pictured) , premiered. 1995 – In accordance with the Oslo II Accord , Israeli troops withdrew from Bethlehem in preparation for the transfer of control to the Palestinian National Authority . William H. Osborn (b. 1820) Adele Goldstine (b. 1920) Milan Marjanović (d. 1955) K. T. Oslin (d. 2020) More anniversaries: December 20 December 21 December 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Flocked Christmas trees probably won't poison your pet, but they can still pose health risks

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 00:02:15 UTC

When in doubt, call your vet or poison control.

Can hot water keep your Christmas tree fresh for longer? Experts are divided

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 03:01:36 UTC

Keeping your tree hydrated, whatever the water temperature, is important to make sure it doesn't become a fire hazard.

Did 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' lyrics once say 'colly birds' instead of 'calling birds'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 14:00:57 UTC

“Colly birds” appeared in versions of the song as early as the late 18th century.

Trump policies and statements related to Project 2025: A collection

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-21 19:01:45 UTC

We've analyzed Trump policies for overlap with the roughly 1,000-page document at the center of Project 2025, a Heritage Foundation initiative.

December 22 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 00:02:17 UTC

Cover of the specimen volume The Algemeyne Entsiklopedye is a Yiddish -language encyclopedia published in twelve volumes from 1934 to 1966. It is divided into two subseries: five volumes of the Normale series, covering general knowledge , and six volumes of the Yidn series (initially planned as a single supplementary volume) covering Jewish history and culture through a series of essays. The encyclopedia's early volumes emphasize leftist history and politics, although the project shifted in tone in response to Nazi persecution, and became increasingly focused on covering Jewish topics. After the destruction of Jewish communities throughout Europe—the encyclopedia's main audience—in the Holocaust , it transformed from a general-purpose resource into an effort to commemorate what was lost. After decades of failed attempts to compile a Yiddish general encyclopedia, the Vilna -based Jewish cultural organization YIVO formed the Dubnov Fund in 1930, which organized and raised funds for the encyclopedia. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Foreign volunteers in the Rhodesian Security Forces Battle of Bronkhorstspruit The Getaway (1972 film) Archive By email More featured articles About

'Jingle Bells' wasn't originally a Christmas song. Here's its lesser-known history

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 00:02:19 UTC

Various origin stories for the song have circulated for decades. Only one is grounded in primary sources.

On this day: December 22

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 00:05:20 UTC

December 22 President Obama signing the Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act 1807 – In an effort to avoid engaging in the Napoleonic Wars , the United States Congress passed the Embargo Act , forbidding American ships from engaging in trade with foreign nations. 1920 – The Congress of Soviets approved the GOELRO plan , the first Soviet plan for national economic recovery and development. 1939 – Members of the All-India Muslim League observed a "Day of Deliverance " to celebrate the resignations of members of the Indian National Congress over the decision to enter the Second World War at the request of the United Kingdom. 1997 – Hussein Farrah Aidid relinquished the disputed title of President of Somalia . 2010 – The United States repealed its "don't ask, don't tell " policy on gay, lesbian and bisexual people in the military (signing pictured) . Cynesige (d. 1060) Alan Bush (b. 1900) Tommy Flowers (b. 1905) Angela James (b. 1964) More anniversaries: December 21 December 22 December 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Demolishing claim Lego bricks contain ingredient visible in X-rays

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 03:01:59 UTC

We put the pieces together to deconstruct this claim.

Did Mamdani say city-run grocery stores won't sell alcohol, cigarettes or lottery tickets? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 11:02:22 UTC

New York City's mayor-elect said the stores would sell no lottery tickets or cigarettes but made no mention of alcohol. City rules regulate all three.

Have Santa's bones been leaking liquid for 1,700 years?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 12:01:45 UTC

God rest ye leaky gentleman.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce still didn't announce pregnancy, despite AI rumors

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 14:01:45 UTC

Baseless claims following their engagement announcement in August 2025 swirled online.

How Sweden uses imported trash to produce electricity and heat homes

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 16:01:21 UTC

Evert year, millions of metric tons of trash from Norway, the U.K. and Italy end up heating or providing electricity to Swedish homes.

No proof Trump paid millions in settlements over allegations of sexually assaulting minors

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 16:33:03 UTC

The claim is unsupported by any credible evidence and rests entirely on an unverified list from a blog.

Trump said young female had 'pert nipples,' Epstein file alleges

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 18:38:40 UTC

The court document was part of a batch the U.S. Department of Justice published in December 2025 related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Did Venezuela 'illegally' steal U.S. oil, as Trump claimed? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 20:37:44 UTC

Under international law, Venezuela has control over its own oil — but its efforts to nationalize its oil industry in 2007 did result in arbitration.

Rumor has it Cher responded to Karoline Leavitt calling her 'irrelevant.' Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 21:24:20 UTC

A meme showed alleged quotes from the pair, including one with the famous singer telling the White House press secretary, "Sweetheart, take a seat."

Israel didn't sign a deal with ChatGPT. Here's what actually happened

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 23:35:06 UTC

Israel's deal with Havas Media Network and Clock Tower X aims to push content "combatting antisemitism" to Gen Z on TikTok, YouTube and more.

Unpacking Amnesty International report alleging 'torture' and 'human rights violations' at Alligator Alcatraz

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-22 23:39:55 UTC

The Trump administration's policies of mass deportation led to direct suffering, according to the report.

On this day: December 23

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 00:02:41 UTC

December 23 : Night of the Radishes in Oaxaca City , Mexico; Festivus Signature of Yohl Ikʼnal 583 – Yohl Ikʼnal (signature pictured) acceded to the throne of the Maya city-state of Palenque . 1815 – Jane Austen 's novel Emma was first published, the last novel released during her lifetime. 1958 – Tokyo Tower , then the world's tallest freestanding tower , opened. 1990 – About 88 percent of eligible voters in Slovenia voted to secede from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia . 1997 – The Pioneer Helmet , one of only six Anglo-Saxon helmets to be discovered, was first placed on public display. Francis Tresham (d. 1605) Joseph Smith (b. 1805) Edward Blyth (b. 1810) Joan Lindsay (d. 1984) More anniversaries: December 22 December 23 December 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 23 Wikipedia featured article

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Joss Whedon , writer of Fray Melaka Fray is a fictional character in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer comics by Dark Horse Comics . She debuted in the first issue of Fray (2001), a limited series in a shared universe with Buffy the Vampire Slayer . Melaka is a professional thief who learns that she is a Slayer destined to fight supernatural foes, while her twin brother Harth inherited their prophetic dreams. She learns that Harth, whom she thought was dead, is a vampire intent on bringing demons back to Earth's dimension. After stopping his plan, Melaka remains a thief, but chooses to protect others as well. In Tales of the Slayers , she connects with her heritage by reading journals about past Slayers. Melaka reappears in the canonical comic-book continuation of the television series, meeting the 21st-century Slayer Buffy Summers in Season Eight and helping her defeat Harth in Season Twelve . Academics have analyzed Melaka's character arc in Fray as an example of the hero's journey . A fan film featuring Melaka was released in 2017. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Algemeyne Entsiklopedye Foreign volunteers in the Rhodesian Security Forces Battle of Bronkhorstspruit Archive By email More featured articles About

Epstein files screenshot linking Trump to 14-year-old girl needs context

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 00:06:30 UTC

A document framed as a new, "unredacted" revelation actually points to an allegation in a 2020 civil complaint.

False claim of secret tunnels beneath Rob Reiner's home spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 00:43:45 UTC

The slain director was the latest celebrity to be targeted in the regularly peddled AI-generated rumor.

'Home Alone' cast reunited after 35 years?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 00:48:54 UTC

Social media users shared alleged photos of Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern meeting for coffee and dessert.

Image of Trump with young girl emerged after Epstein files dropped. There's no proof it's real

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 01:04:01 UTC

A social media account with a history of publishing clickbait shared the image, claiming the Justice Department "forgot to delete it."

Did Judge Frank Caprio find Barron Trump guilty of assault? We have objections

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 11:01:45 UTC

Caprio died in August 2025. A video of him apparently telling a story about sentencing the youngest Trump son circulated just a few months later.

Are poinsettia plants toxic to cats and dogs? Fears of serious harm are overblown

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 12:01:41 UTC

Claims that poinsettias can cause serious health problems or death in pets greatly exaggerate their risk, experts say.

25 rumors involving Epstein we inspected in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 14:01:42 UTC

Rumors about Jeffrey Epstein and his alleged connections swirled this year. These ones stood out to our newsroom.

Rumor that city in Sweden trained crows to pick up cigarette butts is for the birds

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 16:01:57 UTC

A startup company presented a pilot project in 2022 in Södertälje, Sweden, but the municipality did not proceed with the work.

Unpacking claim Trump's name was redacted by DOJ from Epstein document after release

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 17:12:41 UTC

There was no proof the DOJ redacted the document after posting it. In fact, there was a copy of it on the DOJ website that didn't redact Trump's name.

Investigating letter Epstein allegedly sent to Larry Nassar that mentioned Trump

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-23 23:28:43 UTC

The correspondence in question is present in the Department of Justice's files on Epstein, but its authenticity is another matter.

December 24 Wikipedia featured article

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The tufted jay , also known as the painted jay and Dickey's jay, is a species of bird in the crow family, Corvidae . It is endemic to a small area of the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico. A large jay, it has a prominent dark crest on its head; a purplish-blue back, wings, and face; a white spot above the eye and on the cheek; white undersides; and a partially white tail. Its typical call is a quick, four-note vocalization. The relationship between the tufted jay and other members of the genus Cyanocorax has been a subject of interest since the species was first described in 1935. Because of the visual similarities between the tufted jay and the white-tailed jay , the two were thought by some to be closely related. A 2010 mitochondrial-DNA study has shown that the tufted jay is most closely related to a group of South American jays, despite their ranges being separated by more than 2,000 km (1,200 mi). They are likely descended from an ancestral jay that ranged throughout Latin America. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Melaka Fray Algemeyne Entsiklopedye Foreign volunteers in the Rhodesian Security Forces Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 24

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 00:04:44 UTC

December 24 "Silent Night" 1818 – The Christmas carol "Silent Night " (audio featured) by Joseph Mohr and Franz Gruber was first performed in a church in Oberndorf bei Salzburg , Austria. 1865 – Six Confederate veterans of the American Civil War founded a social club they named the Ku Klux Klan , which later became a white supremacist group. 1918 – Forces united in the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes defeated Hungarian forces to end the occupation of Međimurje . 1925 – Winnie-the-Pooh first appeared by name in a children's story in the London Evening News . 1955 – According to legend, the NORAD Tracks Santa program began after children began calling the Continental Air Defense Command Center to inquire about Santa Claus 's whereabouts due to a misprinted phone number in an advertisement. Yang Bin (d. 950) Johnny Gruelle (b. 1880) Anthony Fauci (b. 1940) Shūmei Ōkawa (d. 1957) More anniversaries: December 23 December 24 December 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

CBS pulled report on Salvadoran prison CECOT because it was a 'blatant hoax'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 01:02:52 UTC

Bari Weiss, CBS' editor-in-chief, reportedly held the story about abuses in the facility because it wasn't ready.

Did John Legend pull music from Amazon over Bezos' ties to Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 11:01:36 UTC

The rumor didn't line up with any actual events.

Coca-Cola didn't invent modern image of Santa Claus. Here's how centuries of Christmas tradition shaped it

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 12:01:23 UTC

Coca-Cola may have helped popularize Santa's look, but his modern image was already taking shape long before the soft drink company's ads.

Snopes' Christmas playlist: Holiday song rumors we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 14:02:20 UTC

From "The Twelve Days of Christmas" to "Jingle Bells," this playlist has it all.

A brief history of the Christmas tree

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 16:01:38 UTC

Three different theories trace the Christmas tree back to the 1400s or 1500s. Two others go even further back.

Trump took Epstein's jet 'many more times than previously reported,' according to assistant US attorney

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-24 19:06:08 UTC

A 2020 email from a federal prosecutor, released by the Department of Justice, said Trump flew on the sex offender's jet "at least" eight times.

December 25 Wikipedia featured article

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First-edition frontispiece and title page A Christmas Carol is an 1843 novella by Charles Dickens , illustrated by John Leech . It recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge , an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past , Present and Yet to Come . After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man. Dickens wrote the story during a period when the British were exploring and re-evaluating past Christmas traditions , including carols , and newer customs such as Christmas trees . His Christmas stories (including three before and four after this one) were influenced by those of other authors, including Washington Irving and Douglas William Jerrold . Parts of the novella point out the misery that poor children often endured; Dickens had recently witnessed appalling conditions for children working in the Cornish tin mines . He gave 128 public readings of A Christmas Carol , including his farewell performance in 1870, the year of his death. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tufted jay Melaka Fray Algemeyne Entsiklopedye Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 25

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-25 00:04:52 UTC

December 25 : Christmas (Western Christianity; Gregorian calendar); Quaid-e-Azam Day in Pakistan Coronation of Baldwin I of Jerusalem 1100 – Baldwin I was crowned the first king of Jerusalem (depicted) in the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem . 1725 – J. S. Bach led the first performance of the Christmas cantata Unser Mund sei voll Lachens , BWV 110 , making laughter audible in singing. 1990 – British computer programmer Tim Berners-Lee introduced WorldWideWeb , the world's first web browser and WYSIWYG HTML editor. 2000 – Russian president Vladimir Putin signed into law a bill officially adopting a new national anthem , with music by Alexander Vasilyevich Alexandrov originally composed for the anthem of the Soviet Union . 2024 – After the loss of aircraft systems , Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 crashed near Aktau International Airport while attempting to perform an emergency landing after being hit by a Russian defense missile. Makan ibn Kaki (d. 940) Lady Grizel Baillie (b. 1665) Sadiq al-Mahdi (b. 1935) Sissy Spacek (b. 1949) More anniversaries: December 24 December 25 December 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Shaking up rumor that first snow globe was invented by accident

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-25 11:02:23 UTC

The story points to Austrian mechanic Erwin Perzy in 1900, but records show snow globes existed by at least 1878.

Was Christmas song with lyric 'Santa came down my chimney' once banned for being too risqué?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-25 12:01:20 UTC

The provocative song comes from Sus Records, a YouTube channel known for using AI to make musical "parodies."

Looking back on 2025: Rumors that took us down research rabbit holes

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-25 14:02:15 UTC

Snopes works hard to get to the bottom of every claim it investigates. These rumors took more time than most in 2025.

Don't sleep on this story about English town canceling fireworks show to let walrus rest

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-25 16:02:09 UTC

Shouts of "goo goo g'joob" would likely have been just as unwelcome to the walrus as the pops and booms of fireworks.

December 26 Wikipedia featured article

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Elm Park , site of Gillingham's final match of the season In the 1937–38 English football season, Gillingham F.C. competed in the Football League Third Division South , the third tier of the English football league system . It was the eighteenth season in which Gillingham competed in the Football League . The team won only three times in nineteen Football League matches between August and December; in November and December, they played six league games and lost each one without scoring a goal, leaving them at the bottom of the division at the end of 1937. Although Gillingham's performances improved in the second half of the season, with seven wins between January and May, they remained in last place at the end of the season, meaning that the club was required to apply for re-election to the League . The application was rejected, and as a result the club lost its place in the Football League and joined the regional Southern League . The team were eliminated in the first round of the FA Cup but reached the second round of the Third Division South Cup . (Full article... ) Recently featured: A Christmas Carol Tufted jay Melaka Fray Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 26

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 00:03:25 UTC

December 26 : Saint Stephen's Day (Western Christianity); Boxing Day in the Commonwealth ; Wren Day in Ireland and the Isle of Man ; Kwanzaa begins (African diaspora in the Americas ) Babe Ruth 1709 – The opera Agrippina , described as George Frideric Handel 's first masterpiece, premiered in Venice. 1800 – Philip Gidley King , Governor of New South Wales , ordered the formation of the Governor's Body Guard of Light Horse , described as the first full-time military unit raised in Australia. 1825 – Imperial Russian Army officers led about 3,000 soldiers in protest against Nicholas I 's assumption of the throne after his elder brother Konstantin removed himself from the line of succession. 1919 – American baseball player Babe Ruth (pictured) was sold by the Boston Red Sox to their rivals, the New York Yankees , beginning the 84-year-long "Curse of the Bambino ". 2015 – A violent tornado moved through several suburbs of Dallas , United States, killing ten and injuring almost 500 others. John Fothergill (d. 1780) Bazoline Estelle Usher (b. 1885) Raja Pervaiz Ashraf (b. 1950) Gust Zarnas (d. 2000) More anniversaries: December 25 December 26 December 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, Nicki Minaj's husband is registered sex offender

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 11:02:08 UTC

In 1995, Kenneth Petty was convicted on a charge of attempted rape in the first degree.

Epstein owned painting of Bill Clinton in a blue dress. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 12:02:11 UTC

At Congress' behest, the U.S. Department of Justice released hundreds of files related to Epstein, a convicted sex offender, on Dec. 19, 2025.

Looking back on 2025: Unexpectedly true rumors we fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 14:02:23 UTC

Even our reporters were surprised by the truth behind some of this year's wildest rumors.

Why Steve Wozniak can show off homemade $2 bills without getting arrested

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 16:02:02 UTC

The Apple co-founder's $2 bills are real, but he isn't actually printing them.

Unpacking rumor White House is managing DOJ X account

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 18:57:08 UTC

Some social media users suggested the White House took over the account to protect President Donald Trump.

Trump's Christmas message on Truth Social highlighted Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 19:21:04 UTC

The president began his holiday wishes by saying, "Merry Christmas to all, including the many Sleazebags who loved Jeffrey Epstein."

FBI tip alleged Trump witnessed Epstein victim's baby being killed, dumped in Lake Michigan

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 21:22:02 UTC

The allegations in the tip have not been substantiated, however.

Can Epstein files be unredacted with a simple copy and paste? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-26 22:02:59 UTC

There is at least one document among the files currently released in which redacted text can be viewed through copy and paste.

December 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Trichogenes claviger , the Caetés catfish, is a critically endangered species of pencil catfish native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It was discovered early in 2010 and scientifically described later that year. One of three species within the genus Trichogenes , it is restricted to an area of 16 km2 (6.2 sq mi) in the Caetés forest , a mountainous area in the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo . When discovered, the rainforest in which it occurs was unprotected and threatened by deforestation . A private nature reserve has since been established, allowing visitors to see the fish in its habitat. A small fish, T. claviger is up to 50.8 mm (2.00 in) in length. A series of black dots runs along the side of the body, distinguishing it from related species. Males have a bony protrusion from the gill area (the opercular process) that is elongated and club-like, a feature that inspired the name of the species (claviger – 'club-bearing'). (Full article... ) Recently featured: 1937–38 Gillingham F.C. season A Christmas Carol Tufted jay Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 27

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-27 00:06:58 UTC

December 27 Radio City Music Hall 1657 – Citizens of New Netherland presented the Flushing Remonstrance to Peter Stuyvesant , the director general of the colonial province , requesting an exemption to his ban on Quaker worship. 1932 – New York City's Radio City Music Hall (pictured) opened with the world's largest auditorium at the time. 1985 – The body of murdered American primatologist Dian Fossey was discovered inside her cabin in Volcanoes National Park , Rwanda. 2009 – During protests in Tehran against the recent presidential election , Iranian security forces opened fire on demonstrators. 2024 – Acting president and prime minister of South Korea Han Duck-soo is impeached by the National Assembly . Bertha of Savoy (d. 1087) Kjell Eriksson (b. 1975) Timothée Chalamet (b. 1995) Zou Heng (d. 2005) More anniversaries: December 26 December 27 December 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

14 rumors involving Rob Reiner, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-27 19:01:43 UTC

Reiner, known for directing movies including "Stand by Me" and "The Princess Bride," was found fatally stabbed in his home in December 2025.

December 28 Wikipedia featured article

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The Moltke -class battlecruisers were a class of two "all-big-gun " battlecruisers of the Imperial German Navy built between 1909 and 1911. Named SMS Moltke and SMS Goeben , they were similar to the previous battlecruiser Von der Tann , but the Moltke class was slightly larger, faster, and better armored, and had an additional pair of 28 cm (11 in) guns. Both ships served during World War I. Moltke participated in several major battles with the rest of the High Seas Fleet , including the battles of Dogger Bank and Jutland in the North Sea , and the Battle of the Gulf of Riga and Operation Albion in the Baltic Sea . At the end of the war, Moltke was interned with the majority of the High Seas Fleet at Scapa Flow while the ships' fate was being discussed during peace treaty negotiations. The ships were scuttled on 21 June 1919 by the Germans crewing them to prevent seizure of the ships by the Allies . (This article is part of two featured topics : Battlecruisers of the world and Battlecruisers of Germany .) Recently featured: Trichogenes claviger 1937–38 Gillingham F.C. season A Christmas Carol Archive By email More featured articles About

Rumor DOGE found Bernie Sanders owes $1.6M in unpaid taxes amounts to fiction

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-28 00:01:47 UTC

A satirical post took aim at the progressive U.S. senator, and many people seemed to believe it.

On this day: December 28

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-28 00:03:45 UTC

December 28 Neptune 1065 – Westminster Abbey , built by Edward the Confessor as the first Romanesque church in England, was first consecrated. 1612 – Galileo Galilei became the first person to observe the planet Neptune (pictured) , although he mistakenly catalogued it as a fixed star . 1908 – An earthquake registering 7.1 Mw struck near Messina , which, along with the subsequent tsunami, killed at least 75,000 people in southern Italy. 1925 – The Tokyo Grand Sumo Association became the All Japan Sumo Association at the instigation of Prince-Regent Hirohito , laying the foundations for the world's sole professional sumo association. 2014 – Indonesia AirAsia Flight 8501 crashed into the Java Sea after the pilots mishandled a non-critical error in the cockpit, which resulted in all 162 people on board being killed in the crash. Wang Zongbi (d. 925) William Carstares (d. 1715) Charles Fernández (b. 1995) Quackity (b. 2000) More anniversaries: December 27 December 28 December 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Ernest Hemingway write, 'Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-28 03:01:44 UTC

For years, people have shared the famous novelist's alleged quote across numerous social media platforms, message boards and other websites.

25 'AI slop' rumors we debunked in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-28 14:02:23 UTC

From fake stories about celebrities to an eerie tale about a supposed murderer, AI-generated misinformation flooded the internet in 2025.

Unraveling why towels have those woven strips

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-28 19:01:54 UTC

It's a wrap: Turns out those strips do really come in handy.

22 rumors about Trump's relationship with Epstein, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 00:02:21 UTC

When the Department of Justice released files related to Epstein, it revived many rumors about the connection between the two men.

December 29 Wikipedia featured article

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The Hearst Tower is a building at the southwest corner of 57th Street and Eighth Avenue , near Columbus Circle , in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City , U.S. It is the world headquarters of the media conglomerate Hearst Communications , housing many of the firm's publications and communications companies. The Hearst Tower consists of two sections, with a total height of 597 feet (182 m) and 46 stories. The six lowest stories form the original Hearst Magazine Building (also known as the International Magazine Building), designed by Joseph Urban and George B. Post & Sons , and completed in 1928. Above it is the Hearst Tower addition, designed by Norman Foster and finished in 2006. The original structure is clad with stone and contains six pylons with sculptural groups. The tower section has a glass-and-metal façade arranged as a diagrid , or diagonal grid, which doubles as its structural system. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Moltke -class battlecruiser Trichogenes claviger 1937–38 Gillingham F.C. season Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 29

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 00:03:19 UTC

December 29 Terminal at LaGuardia Airport after the 1975 bombing 1845 – The Republic of Texas was annexed by the United States, becoming the 28th state to be admitted to the Union . 1860 – To counter the French Navy 's Gloire , the world's first ironclad warship , the Royal Navy launched HMS Warrior , the world's first iron-hulled armoured warship. 1890 – Sioux Wars : The United States Army killed 250 to 300 Lakota men, women and children at the Wounded Knee Massacre , beginning the Ghost Dance War . 1915 – First World War : The French parliament passed a law granting the land occupied by British war graves as "the free gift of the French people". 1975 – Planted by unknown perpetrators, a bomb exploded (aftermath pictured) at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, killing 11 people and seriously injuring 74 others. Maria Margaretha Kirch (d. 1720) Ezra Meeker (b. 1830) Christina Rossetti (d. 1894) Marie Menken (d. 1970) More anniversaries: December 28 December 29 December 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Watch out for image of Trump with young girl. There's no evidence it's real

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 03:01:58 UTC

After the Justice department released a batch of Epstein files, an X account claimed the department "forgot to delete” the image.

Does Walmart track customers even when they pay in cash? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 11:01:55 UTC

Walmart gave Snopes a possible explanation for a customer being sent an email about a product he purchased with cash.

Did Chinese surgeon once save a patient's severed hand by attaching it to his leg? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 12:02:08 UTC

The purported surgery was allegedly a success and widely reported in 2013.

Did Cher really respond to Karoline Leavitt calling her 'irrelevant' and 'outdated'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 14:02:14 UTC

Cher has been an outspoken critic of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, but she didn't "clap back" at Leavitt for calling her "irrelevant."

Did Ilhan Omar's net worth increase by more than $30M since 2019? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 22:08:40 UTC

Omar captioned a September 2025 TikTok post, "Keep wishing millions into existence so I could pay off these student loans."

Posts claim Eric Clapton called Trump 'disgrace to America' and 'cancer on society.' Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-29 22:37:01 UTC

A meme featuring the musician's alleged comments made the rounds online, but there was no indication he actually produced the quote.

On this day: December 30

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 00:01:31 UTC

December 30 : Tenth of Tevet (Judaism, 2025); Rizal Day in the Philippines (1896 ) Tropical Storm Zeta 1460 – Wars of the Roses : At the Battle of Wakefield , Lancastrian forces destroyed the Yorkist army and killed Richard of York at Sandal Magna in West Yorkshire , England. 1845 – The University of Galway , University College Cork and Queen's University Belfast were established as part of the Queen's University of Ireland . 1935 – Second Italo-Ethiopian War : In retaliation for the execution of an Italian prisoner of war, the Italian Air Force destroyed a field hospital of the Swedish Red Cross in Dolo . 2000 – A series of bombings occurred around Metro Manila in the Philippines, killing 22 people and injuring around 100 others. 2005 – Tropical Storm Zeta (pictured) became a tropical depression, making it the record-breaking 28th tropical cyclone of the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season , the most active in recorded history until 2020. Rudyard Kipling (b. 1865) Elmira Minita Gordon (b. 1930) C. Harold Wills (d. 1940) V (b. 1995) More anniversaries: December 29 December 30 December 31 Archive By email List of days of the year About

December 30 Wikipedia featured article

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William Hopton Anderson (30 December 1891 – 30 December 1975) was a senior commander in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). He flew with the Australian Flying Corps in World War I, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Belgian Croix de guerre for his combat service with No. 3 Squadron on the Western Front in 1917. At the outbreak of World War II, Anderson was Air Member for Supply. In 1940, he acted as Chief of the Air Staff between the resignation of Air Vice-Marshal Stanley Goble in January and the arrival of Air Chief Marshal Sir Charles Burnett of the Royal Air Force (RAF) the next month. Anderson led the newly formed Central and Eastern Area Commands between December 1940 and July 1943, returning to the Air Board as Air Member for Organisation and Equipment from September 1941 to May 1942. He was the founding commandant of the RAAF Staff School from July to November 1943, after which he was appointed Air Member for Personnel. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Hearst Tower (Manhattan) Moltke -class battlecruiser Trichogenes claviger Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Fox News' Jesse Watters say, 'If Trump had been president during the Civil War, we would've won it'?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 00:54:49 UTC

Users questioned what Watters meant by "we," but the claim was intended comedically.

Sky News quiz of the year: Test your knowledge of 2025

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 01:31:21 UTC

From the election of a new pope to a singer blasting off into space and a president giving a huge body of water a new name, 2025 has been a year of breaking news and bizarre headlines. News quiz

Auditing claim Mike Johnson donates his salary to charity

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 11:02:30 UTC

Johnson has described himself as "a man of modest means."

Fulton County, Georgia, officials admitted ballot-handling errors during 2020 election

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 12:02:13 UTC

Georgia’s secretary of state addressed the controversy and said, “A clerical error at the end of the day does not erase valid, legal votes.”

Did Stephen Colbert launch sanctuary for abandoned and abused dogs?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 14:01:21 UTC

AI-generated, feel-good stories about celebrities continue to run rampant on Facebook.

Nick Shirley's investigation into alleged Minnesota daycare 'fraud scandal': What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 17:35:30 UTC

Shirley claimed owners of empty daycares were stealing millions of dollars from Minnesotan taxpayers.

Don't believe rumor Tim Walz gave $8B to Somali company to investigate fraud

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 21:27:55 UTC

The claim originated with The Babylon Bee, a Christian satirical outlet that Snopes has repeatedly debunked.

Does video show swarm of ICE agents arresting man in Minnesota? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 22:44:58 UTC

Immigration authorities arrested two people in a public building in Minnetonka on Dec. 29, 2025, according to county officials.

USPS updated its postmark rules. Here's what that means for your mail

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-30 23:06:47 UTC

Users shared concern about what the changes could mean for voting by mail during elections.

December 31 Wikipedia featured article

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Paper describing Tarrare's medical history Tarrare was a French showman, soldier and spy noted for his unusual appetite and eating habits. Able to eat vast amounts of meat, he was constantly hungry; his parents could not provide for him and he was turned out of the family home as a teenager. Tarrare travelled around France in the company of a band of prostitutes and thieves before becoming the warm-up act for a travelling charlatan . In this act, he swallowed corks , stones , live animals , and a whole basketful of apples. He then took this act to Paris , where he worked as a street performer . At the start of the War of the First Coalition , Tarrare joined the French Revolutionary Army , where even quadrupling the standard military ration was unable to satisfy his large appetite. He ate any available food from gutters and rubbish heaps but his condition still deteriorated through hunger. He was hospitalised due to exhaustion and became the subject of a series of medical experiments to test his eating capacity. (Full article... ) Recently featured: William Anderson (RAAF officer) Hearst Tower (Manhattan) Moltke -class battlecruiser Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: December 31

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 00:02:46 UTC

December 31 : Saint Sylvester's Day (Western Christianity) Roberto Clemente 1759 – Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000-year lease at £45 per annum to the St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin and began brewing Guinness . 1775 – American Revolutionary War : At the Battle of Quebec , British forces repulsed an attempt by the Continental Army to capture Quebec City and enlist French Canadian support. 1950 – Korean War : North Korean troops attacked United Nations forces in the first of two battles at Wonju . 1965 – Central African military officers led by Jean-Bédel Bokassa began a coup d'état against the government of President David Dacko . 1972 – Puerto Rican baseball player Roberto Clemente (pictured) died in a plane crash en route to deliver aid to victims of that year's Nicaragua earthquake . Carlo Gimach (d. 1730) C. D. Howe (d. 1960) Richie McCaw (b. 1980) Gabby Douglas (b. 1995) More anniversaries: December 30 December 31 January 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Does image show Erika Kirk in new 'South Park' episode?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 11:00:33 UTC

The alleged promotional teaser depicted the widowed Turning Point USA CEO standing with the show's characters and the words, "Let's grieve together."

Does Bernie Sanders owe $1.6M in back taxes? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 12:02:25 UTC

The rumor stemmed from a website with a history of making up stories for shares and comments.

Was this photo of Trump and a young girl removed from Epstein files?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 14:00:46 UTC

The image spread online as users pored over documents released by the Department of Justice related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Why do we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? History behind the tradition

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 16:01:47 UTC

The tradition's exact origin is unknown, but it is referenced as far back as ancient Rome and in Arthurian legend.

Did Kash Patel admit to deleting 2.7 terabytes of Epstein files? Don't be fooled

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 19:25:24 UTC

The claim came from a YouTube channel that described its stories as "entirely fictional."

Trump posted about potentially adding marble armrests to Kennedy Center seats?

LadyJ1 — 2025-12-31 22:59:24 UTC

The president's post came at the end of a turbulent year for the performing arts center in Washington.

January 1 Wikipedia featured article

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Copper fals citing al-Muti' as overlord al-Muti' was the Abbasid caliph in Baghdad from 946 to 974, ruling under the tutelage of the Buyid emirs. Al-Muti's reign represented the nadir of the Abbasid Caliphate 's power and authority. In previous decades, the secular authority of the caliphs had shrunk to Iraq , and even there had been curtailed by powerful warlords; with the Buyid conquest of Baghdad, it was now abolished entirely. Al-Muti' was raised to the throne by the Buyids and was effectively reduced to a rubber-stamp figurehead , albeit with some vestiges of authority over judicial and religious appointments in Iraq. The very fact of his subordination and powerlessness helped restore some stability to the caliphal institution: in stark contrast to his short-lived and violently deposed predecessors, al-Muti' enjoyed a long and relatively unchallenged tenure, and was able to hand over the throne to his son al-Ta'i' . Al-Muti's prestige as the nominal leader of the Muslim world sharply declined during his tenure. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tarrare William Anderson (RAAF officer) Hearst Tower (Manhattan) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 1

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-01 00:03:12 UTC

January 1 : Independence Day in the Czech Republic and Slovakia (1993 ); Public Domain Day ; Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Roman Rite Catholicism ) Lehms, c. 1715 1726 – J. S. Bach led the first performance of Herr Gott, dich loben wir , BWV 16 , his church cantata for New Year's Day to a libretto by Georg Christian Lehms (pictured) . 1776 – American Revolutionary War : The town of Norfolk, Virginia , was burned and destroyed by the combined actions of British and Whig forces. 1785 – The Times began publication in London as The Daily Universal Register . 1926 – Ireland's first broadcaster, 2RN , began broadcasting. 2011 – A suicide bombing took place outside a Coptic Orthodox Church in Alexandria , Egypt, following a New Year service, killing 23 people. Wilhelm Canaris (b. 1887) Maria Frisé (b. 1926) Eiichiro Oda (b. 1975) Shou Zi Chew (b. 1983) More anniversaries: December 31 January 1 January 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Wrong place, wrong bird in Trump's post about bald eagles and 'windmills'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-01 00:48:49 UTC

The U.S. president posted a picture of what actually appeared to be a dead falcon near wind turbines in Israel.

Does a video show ICE agents in NYC being pelted with snowballs? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-01 14:01:52 UTC

The footage, displaying no visible signs of AI, showed dozens of people throwing snowballs at law enforcement officers wearing riot gear.

20 surprisingly true rumors we verified in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-01 19:01:35 UTC

Looking back on 2025, we fact-checked multiple rumors that seemed unbelievable but were true. Snopes reporters picked these examples.

January 2 Wikipedia featured article

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Professed Cookery title page, 1760 Ann Cook (fl. c. 1725 – c. 1760) was an English cookery book writer and innkeeper. In 1754 she published Professed Cookery (pictured) , which went on to two further editions in her lifetime. In 1739–1740 Cook and her husband John became embroiled in a feud with a well-connected local landowner, Sir Lancelot Allgood , following an argument over an invoice the Cooks had issued. Although they were later exonerated, Allgood continued his attack on them, forcing them to leave their inn. To earn money, Cook wrote The New System of Cookery in 1753, which was reissued as Professed Cookery in 1754. In the work, in addition to a range of recipes, she included a poem and an "Essay upon the Lady's Art of Cookery". This was an attack on Allgood's half-sister Hannah Glasse , who had published a best-selling cookery book, The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy , in 1747. The second and third editions of Professed Cookery include a critical analysis of Glasse's work, traditional English recipes and an essay on household management. (Full article... ) Recently featured: al-Muti' Tarrare William Anderson (RAAF officer) Archive By email More featured articles About

Unpacking claim Trump pardoned man who stole more than alleged Somali fraudsters in Minnesota

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 00:02:24 UTC

As Minnesota Democrats stood accused of allowing massive fraud, critics of the president said he pardoned a fraudster who stole far more.

On this day: January 2

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 00:04:20 UTC

January 2 : Feast day of Saint Gregory of Nazianzus and Saint Basil of Caesarea (Roman Rite Catholicism , Anglicanism ) Llandaff Cathedral 533 – Mercurius, a Roman priest, was elected Pope John II ; he was apparently the first pope to adopt a new name upon elevation to the papacy . 1680 – Trunajaya rebellion : Amangkurat II of Mataram of Java and his courtiers stabbed Trunajaya to death a week after the rebel leader surrendered to VOC forces. 1941 – Second World War : Llandaff Cathedral (pictured) in Cardiff , Wales, was severely damaged by German bombing during the Cardiff Blitz . 1976 – An extratropical cyclone began affecting parts of western Europe, resulting in coastal flooding around the southern portions of the North Sea and leading to at least 82 deaths. 2024 – While landing at Haneda Airport , Japan Airlines Flight 516 collided with a De Havilland Canada Dash 8 which killed five people in total. William de St-Calais (d. 1096) Tex Rickard (b. 1870) Lynn Conway (b. 1938) Dnyaneshwar Agashe (d. 2009) More anniversaries: January 1 January 2 January 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is Costco building apartments over its stores? We inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 03:02:37 UTC

A Costco store being built in Los Angeles will have affordable apartments above it, but as of late 2025, it'll be unique among the chain's stores.

Snopes never verified that shirtless Obama photo was taken at Epstein's island

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 11:01:54 UTC

The picture in question circulated online as early as 2008.

25 Epstein-related rumors we investigated in 2025

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 12:01:28 UTC

Snopes has fact-checked claims about the convicted sex offender for years. 2025 was especially busy.

Did Erika Kirk promote 'Charlie Kirk dishware' offer?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 14:01:44 UTC

Online users shared an alleged quote offering a special price on dishware honoring slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

New Facebook rule allows Meta rights to users' photos?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 16:02:52 UTC

According to users' posts, a lawyer advised "60 Minutes" to post a message asking users to publicly declare Meta not to use their personal data.

Did Jackie Chan say he cried over video of Palestinian child? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 20:59:49 UTC

Chan reportedly spoke at a movie premiere in Beijing on Dec. 28, 2025.

Trump post said US is 'locked and loaded and ready to go' to intervene in Iran protests

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 23:12:04 UTC

Protests broke out in Iran in late 2025 after the value of the country's currency plummeted.

Did MTV really shut down on New Year's Eve?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-02 23:46:38 UTC

Some of its 24-hour music channels in the U.K. and other international markets did go dark.

January 3 Wikipedia featured article

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Tseax Cone is a small volcano in the Nass Ranges of the Hazelton Mountains in northwestern British Columbia , Canada. It has an elevation of 609 metres (1,998 feet) and lies within an east–west valley through which a tributary of the Tseax River flows. The volcano consists of two nested structures and was the source of four lava flows that descended into neighbouring valleys. A secondary eruptive centre lies just north of Tseax Cone on the opposite side of Melita Lake . It probably formed simultaneously with Tseax Cone; both were formed by volcanic activity sometime in the last 800 years. The exact timing of volcanism at Tseax Cone has been a subject of controversy due to there being no direct written accounts. There is also controversy over whether the volcano was formed during one or more distinct episodes of eruptive activity. The single eruptive episode hypothesis has been proposed by researchers as early as 1923 whereas a multi-eruption hypothesis was proposed in 1978. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Ann Cook (cookery book writer) al-Muti' Tarrare Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 3

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-03 00:04:57 UTC

January 3 Pope Leo X 1521 – Pope Leo X (depicted) issued the papal bull Decet Romanum Pontificem , excommunicating Martin Luther for refusing to retract 41 alleged errors found in his 95 Theses and other writings. 1911 – A gun battle in the East End of London left two dead and sparked a political row over the operational involvement of Winston Churchill , then Home Secretary . 1941 – World War II : As part of Operation Compass , Australian and United Kingdom forces attacked Italian forces at the Battle of Bardia in Egypt. 1961 – All 25 people on board Aero Flight 311 died in Finland's worst civilian air accident when the aircraft crashed near Kvevlax . 1973 – CBS announced the sale of the New York Yankees professional baseball team to a group of investors headed by American businessman George Steinbrenner . Angelo Emo (b. 1731) Savitribai Phule (b. 1831) Lynn Hill (b. 1961) Robert Clark (d. 2013) More anniversaries: January 2 January 3 January 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Supreme Court did not request Trump's financial records on 72-hour deadline

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-03 00:51:55 UTC

Supreme Court decisions have previously resulted in the release of Trump's tax returns — but there's no indication of that happening in early 2026.

Deepfake videos of George Will on Trump, Supreme Court spread misinformation

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-03 14:02:05 UTC

Online users discussed numerous videos allegedly showing the conservative columnist sounding off about Trump's administration and court opinions.

January 4 Wikipedia featured article

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Excavated remains of Richard III The remains of Richard III , the last English king killed in battle and last king of the House of York , were discovered within the site of the former Greyfriars Friary in Leicester , England, in September 2012. Richard III , the final ruler of the Plantagenet dynasty , was killed on 22 August 1485 in the Battle of Bosworth Field . His body was taken to Greyfriars , where it was buried in a crude grave in the friary church. Following the friary's dissolution in 1538 and subsequent demolition, Richard's tomb was lost. A search for Richard's body began in August 2012 and that September an archaeological excavation took place at the site of the friary. A skeleton (pictured) was discovered of a man with a spinal deformity and severe head injuries. Following extensive anthropological and genetic testing, the remains were identified as those of Richard. Leicester Cathedral was chosen as the site of Richard's reburial. His reinterment took place on 26 March 2015, during a televised memorial service. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tseax Cone Ann Cook (cookery book writer) al-Muti' Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Turning Point USA co-founder Bill Montgomery die of COVID-19? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-04 00:01:34 UTC

The rumor spread online months after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, the other Turning Point USA co-founder.

On this day: January 4

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-04 00:02:35 UTC

January 4 : Colonial Repression Martyrs' Day in Angola (1961 ) Rose Heilbron 1798 – After his appointment as Prince of Wallachia , Constantine Hangerli arrived in Bucharest to assume the throne. 1909 – British explorer Aeneas Mackintosh , a member of the Nimrod Expedition , escaped death by fleeing across ice floes . 1951 – Korean War : Chinese and North Korean troops captured Seoul from United Nations forces . 1972 – Rose Heilbron (pictured) became the first female judge to sit at the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales . 2019 – A fire in an escape room in Koszalin , Poland, killed five teenagers. Johanna Westerdijk (b. 1883) Arthur Rose Eldred (d. 1951) Erwin Schrödinger (d. 1961) David Berman (b. 1967) More anniversaries: January 3 January 4 January 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did racist woman call cops on Boston police chief? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-04 03:01:44 UTC

The videos shared on social media got key facts wrong, including incorrectly identifying Boston's police chief as Marcus Thompson.

Breaking down rumor Melania was an escort before meeting Trump at Ghislaine Maxwell party

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-04 14:01:41 UTC

The rumor that Melania Trump escorted before meeting her now-husband has been spreading for almost a decade.

January 5 Wikipedia featured article

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In September 1826, Margaret Warden was murdered by arsenic poisoning , near Dundee , Scotland. Warden, a young servant girl, was pregnant at the time of her death; the father was George Smith, the son of Warden's employers, Mary and David Smith. The attending doctor thought Warden died of cholera , but rumours of poisoning soon spread and she was exhumed. Her stomach contents were tested; arsenic was found, and in October Mary Smith was committed for trial for murder. Her defence advocates called nearly fifty witnesses, and the trial began on 19 February. Testimony at the trial made it clear that Smith had given Warden something to drink shortly before she became ill. The defence called witnesses who testified that Warden might have committed suicide. The jury returned a verdict of not proven , acquitting Smith of the crime. Popular opinion at the time was that Smith was guilty, and ballads were written about the case. One of Smith's lawyers later wrote that he was sure she had committed the murder. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Exhumation and reburial of Richard III of England Tseax Cone Ann Cook (cookery book writer) Archive By email More featured articles About

Why RFK Jr.'s Health Department repealed rule for 24/7 nurses in nursing homes

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 00:02:17 UTC

The rule was supposedly set to take effect on Feb. 2, 2026.

On this day: January 5

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 00:03:05 UTC

January 5 : Twelfth Night (Western Christianity) Battle of Turckheim 1675 – Franco-Dutch War : French troops defeated Austrian and Brandenburg forces at the Battle of Turckheim (pictured) in Alsace . 1925 – Nellie Tayloe Ross was inaugurated as Governor of Wyoming , the first woman to serve as the governor of a U.S. state . 1975 – The bulk carrier Lake Illawarra struck a bridge over the River Derwent in Hobart , Australia, causing the deaths of seven of the ship's crewmen and five motorists on the bridge. 1976 – The Troubles : In response to the killings of six Catholics the previous night, South Armagh Republican Action Force gunmen killed ten Protestants in County Armagh , Northern Ireland. 1991 – The embassy of the United States to Somalia was evacuated by helicopter airlift days after violence enveloped Mogadishu during the Somali Civil War . Philippa of England (d. 1430) Hayao Miyazaki (b. 1941) Diane Keaton (b. 1946) Deepika Padukone (b. 1986) More anniversaries: January 4 January 5 January 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Unverified FBI tip claims Trump witnessed Epstein victim's baby being killed, dumped in Lake Michigan

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 03:02:03 UTC

The alleged incident reportedly occurred in 1984, although evidence indicates Trump and Epstein didn't meet until at least 1985.

Do these photos show laughing Victorian couple?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 11:02:46 UTC

One social media user commented, "Sometimes I forget fun wasn’t invented in the 20th century."

Did Trump say his ear started 'regrowing' the day after he was shot?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 12:02:14 UTC

The U.S. president was the target of an assassination attempt in July 2024 during his election campaign.

17 claims about Zohran Mamdani we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 14:02:08 UTC

Mamdani has been the target of several questionable rumors since the start of his mayoral campaign. We've got the facts.

Is a video of elephant throwing grass on its head real?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 16:01:51 UTC

Social media users questioned whether the humorous and widely shared footage was authentic or an example of AI slop.

Did Biden put $25M bounty on Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro? Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 18:47:26 UTC

Donald Trump's first administration offered a $15 million reward for any information on Maduro in 2020. Biden's State Department increased it.

Did Hakeem Jeffries attempt to contact Venezuela's Maduro prior to his capture? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 22:41:55 UTC

According to users' social media posts, Newsmax reported about the House minority leader's alleged attempt to reach the Venezuelan president.

ICE didn't accidentally send Maduro back to Venezuela

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 22:50:46 UTC

In early January 2026, the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife and transported them to New York.

Investigating claim Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez fled to Russia after Maduro's capture

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-05 23:50:06 UTC

Posts citing Reuters claimed that Rodríguez fled to Russia, but later reporting and denials complicated the story.

January 6 Wikipedia featured article

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New England Revolution stadium New England Revolution has taken part in several international competitions . New England Revolution is an American soccer club based in Foxborough, Massachusetts , which has competed in Major League Soccer (MLS) since the league's first season in 1996. The club has taken part five times in the CONCACAF Champions Cup ; they have reached the quarterfinals on three occasions. In 2008 , they lost to Joe Public F.C. , marking the first time an MLS side had lost to a Caribbean one. In 2022 , they lost to Pumas UNAM in a penalty shootout after winning the first leg 3–0 . From 2008 to 2010, the club participated in the SuperLiga , an annual competition between MLS and Liga MX (the first-division Mexican league). They won the 2008 edition of the tournament , winning the final against the Houston Dynamo . The club also reached the final of the 2010 SuperLiga , which they lost to Atlético Morelia . Since 2023, they have participated in the Leagues Cup , another annual tournament between the two leagues. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Poisoning of Margaret Warden Exhumation and reburial of Richard III of England Tseax Cone Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 6

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 00:05:43 UTC

January 6 : Little Christmas Four Freedoms composite poster (1943) 1066 – Harold Godwinson , the last Anglo-Saxon monarch before the Norman Conquest , was crowned King of England . 1536 – The oldest European school of higher learning in the Americas, the Colegio de Santa Cruz , was founded in Tlatelolco, Mexico City . 1907 – Italian educator Maria Montessori opened her first school and day-care centre for working-class children in Rome, employing a philosophy of education that now bears her name . 1941 – During his State of the Union address, U.S. president Franklin D. Roosevelt presented his Four Freedoms (composite poster depicted) as fundamental freedoms that all people ought to enjoy. 1972 – A brawl broke out between players, fans, and police officers during an ice hockey game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the St. Louis Blues in Philadelphia . Gaspar de Guzmán, Count-Duke of Olivares (b. 1587) Rinko Kikuchi (b. 1981) Usha Vance (b. 1986) Alan Wiggins (d. 1991) More anniversaries: January 5 January 6 January 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Watch out for this video of Venezuelans celebrating Maduro's capture, thanking Trump

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 00:44:12 UTC

Venezuelans have reportedly had mixed reactions to the U.S. operation to capture President Nicolás Maduro.

Did former Trump adviser once speak of 'strange swap arrangement' involving Venezuela and Ukraine?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 00:54:01 UTC

Fiona Hill said Russian officials had suggested a "swap arrangement" based on the principles of the Monroe Doctrine.

Explaining DOJ funding gap for human trafficking survivor organizations

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 11:02:05 UTC

At least one organization said it began receiving requests for funding proposals around Dec. 31, 2025 — seven to eight months later than normal.

Did ex-Venezuelan spy chief Hugo Carvajal release list of US senators who took kickbacks? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 12:02:08 UTC

Carvajal reportedly alleged that U.S. diplomats and CIA officers were paid to help keep Maduro in power, but he didn't name specific politicians.

Tim Walz's Minnesota governorship: 12 rumors we've broken down

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 14:02:11 UTC

Walz announced he would end his bid for a third term as governor in early January 2026.

Why Mamdani revoked NYC's use of IHRA antisemitism definition

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 16:01:41 UTC

The new mayor revoked all ongoing, non-emergency executive orders issued by predecessor Eric Adams after his federal indictment in September 2024.

Anna Paulina Luna claims Maduro 'put out a hit on' Rubio. There's no evidence

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 19:38:48 UTC

The U.S. representative may have misremembered a 2017 Miami Herald report about a different Venezuelan politician's alleged kill order on Rubio.

Don't fall for this photo of Maduro being escorted by DEA officers

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 20:43:53 UTC

After the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in early January 2026, AI-generated images purportedly showing him in custody spread online.

Police arrested protester during interview about US action in Venezuela. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 23:35:41 UTC

Jessica Plichta, 22, reportedly said she was one of 200 people who marched in Grand Rapids on Jan. 3, 2026.

Did Katie Miller post Greenland map overlaid with US flag, captioning it 'SOON'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-06 23:54:47 UTC

Miller, a conservative podcaster and wife of a key Trump adviser, posted the map following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

January 7 Wikipedia featured article

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Yoshi's New Island is a 2014 platform game developed by Arzest and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS . The third installment in the Yoshi's Island series, it is set between the events of Yoshi's Island (1995) and Yoshi's Island DS (2006). Like its predecessors, Yoshi's New Island 's gameplay revolves around safely transporting the infant Mario to his brother Luigi by completing a series of levels across an island. The player characters are dinosaurs known as the Yoshi species; each dinosaur is named Yoshi and has a unique color. Yoshi's New Island received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its sense of charm and nostalgia , but were divided on its art style, level design, and difficulty. Criticism was directed toward its soundtrack —which some considered repetitive—and the game's perceived lack of originality in comparison to its predecessors. The game was reissued as part of the Nintendo Selects line in 2016, and by 2020, it had sold more than two million copies worldwide. Yoshi's New Island was succeeded by Yoshi's Woolly World for the Wii U in 2015. (Full article... ) Recently featured: New England Revolution in international competition Poisoning of Margaret Warden Exhumation and reburial of Richard III of England Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 7

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 00:04:09 UTC

January 7 : Victory over Genocide Day in Cambodia (1979 ); Tricolour Day in Italy (1797 ) Guy Menzies 1327 – The Parliament of 1327 , which was instrumental in the transfer of the English Crown from King Edward II to his son, Edward III , began at the Palace of Westminster . 1931 – Australian aviator Guy Menzies (pictured) flew from Sydney to New Zealand's West Coast , making the first solo trans-Tasman flight. 1948 – Air National Guard pilot Thomas Mantell, flying in pursuit of an alleged UFO , was killed when his P-51 Mustang crashed near Fort Knox , Kentucky . 1978 – An article entitled "Iran and Red and Black Colonization " was published in the newspaper Ettela'at attacking Ruhollah Khomeini , then in exile in Iraq. 1989 – In one of the most famous upsets in FA Cup history, Sutton United , a team in the fifth tier of English league football , defeated top-tier Coventry City . Nicholas Hilliard (d. 1619) Helena Válková (b. 1951) Johnny Owen (b. 1956) Eden Hazard (b. 1991) More anniversaries: January 6 January 7 January 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Tom Hanks confront Pam Bondi on '60 Minutes'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 00:48:38 UTC

According to the story, Hanks supposedly questioned why Bondi refused to read a posthumous memoir by one of Jeffrey Epstein's best-known accusers.

Is Walmart leaving US due to tariffs, as Rachel Maddow allegedly reported?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 01:01:16 UTC

There was no evidence the retail giant planned to make such a move.

Mamdani isn't responsible for raising NYC subway and bus fares to $3

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 11:01:53 UTC

The cost of riding a bus or subway in New York City rose from $2.90 to $3 in January 2026.

Posts claim Minnesota day cares donated $35M to political campaigns. Here's the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 12:01:45 UTC

A chart allegedly proving the claim spread online following accusations of fraud leveled against day cares in the state.

Did Robert De Niro say he was leaving NYC because of Mamdani?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 14:01:38 UTC

Without citing a source, Facebook posts claimed the actor said he has "no choice" but to leave the city due to the new mayor's policies.

9 claims about Maduro we've investigated after capture by US

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 16:01:53 UTC

On Jan. 3, 2026, the Trump administration launched an overnight operation to capture the Venezuelan president from his home.

Video of people celebrating Maduro's capture wasn't filmed in Venezuela

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 17:50:04 UTC

Landmarks on Google Maps revealed that the video was taken in Doral, west of downtown Miami.

What to know about Hilton hotel in Minnesota refusing to serve ICE agents

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-07 17:55:48 UTC

Hilton moved to cut ties with the independently owned and operated franchise, according to a spokesperson.

On this day: January 8

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 00:01:03 UTC

January 8 Covent Garden Theatre 1735 – George Frideric Handel 's opera Ariodante premiered at the Covent Garden Theatre (pictured) in London. 1790 – George Washington delivered the first State of the Union address in New York City, then the provisional capital of the United States. 1939 – The New Deal for Aborigines was formally announced by the Australian government, providing for full civil rights for Indigenous Australians in exchange for cultural assimilation . 1991 – Jeremy Wade Delle committed suicide in his high-school class in Richardson, Texas , an event that inspired the Pearl Jam song "Jeremy ". 2010 – Gunmen from an offshoot of the Front for the Liberation of the Enclave of Cabinda attacked the bus transporting the Togo national football team to the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola, killing three people. Athelm (d. 926) Fanny Bullock Workman (b. 1859) Zdeněk Mácal (b. 1936) Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell (d. 1941) More anniversaries: January 7 January 8 January 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

January 8 Wikipedia featured article

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Yamato on sea trial The Yamato -class battleships were two battleships of the Imperial Japanese Navy , Yamato (pictured) and Musashi , laid down leading up to the Second World War and completed as designed. A third hull was converted to the aircraft carrier Shinano during construction. Displacing nearly 72,000 long tons (73,000 t), the completed battleships were the heaviest ever constructed. The class carried the largest naval artillery ever fitted to a warship, nine 460 mm (18.1 in) naval guns , capable of firing 1,460 kg (3,220 lb) shells over 42 km (26 mi). Because of the threat of U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers, Yamato and Musashi spent the majority of their careers in naval bases. All three ships were sunk by the U.S. Navy : Musashi by air strikes while participating in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in October 1944, Shinano after being torpedoed by the submarine USS Archerfish in November 1944, and Yamato by air strikes while en route to Okinawa in April 1945. (This article is part of a featured topic : Yamato -class battleships .) Recently featured: Yoshi's New Island New England Revolution in international competition Poisoning of Margaret Warden Archive By email More featured articles About

Why unverified claim Barron Trump made $400K from insider trading on Maduro capture spread online

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 00:42:58 UTC

One trader made more than $400,000 betting on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's downfall. But was the anonymous bettor a Trump insider?

Trump said Democrats want 'transgender for everyone' if they win midterms

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 00:54:35 UTC

The president has repeatedly used this phrase and others like it to oppose trans rights policies.

Inspecting image of Maduro giving thumbs up next to DEA agent

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 11:01:33 UTC

A flurry of images purportedly showing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro circulated online after U.S. forces captured him on Jan. 3, 2026.

Palau agrees to take up to 75 deportees from US under $7.5M deal

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 12:02:08 UTC

The agreement emerged in a broader pattern of what the Trump administration has called "third-country deportations."

Did María Corina Machado say she wants to give Trump her Nobel Peace Prize?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 14:02:02 UTC

During a Fox News interview, the opposition leader said Venezuelans want to share her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize with the U.S. president.

Look out for image of handcuffed Maduro in bloodied shirt

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 16:01:48 UTC

After U.S. forces captured the Venezuelan leader in January 2026, fabricated images showing him in custody spread online.

Unraveling claim UK has 'dibs' on Greenland should Denmark decide to sell territory

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 19:56:54 UTC

The rumor came from Denmark's former Minister of Greenland Tom Høyem. A British journalist contradicted the claim.

Did FBI, DEA rescue 450 children in raid of Somali couple's 'luxury island'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 22:20:26 UTC

According to the story, federal agents captured a Somali humanitarian couple and uncovered their plot to hold children captive.

Fake photo allegedly showing unmasked ICE agent who shot Renee Nicole Good spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 23:31:44 UTC

The image circulating online was AI-generated from video evidence of the January 2026 shooting in Minneapolis.

Photo doesn't show Renee Nicole Good, Minneapolis resident killed by ICE agent

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 23:38:00 UTC

Social media users mistakenly claimed a photo of another woman was actually Good, who was fatally shot by an ICE agent in January 2026.

Video doesn't show DeSantis defending ICE shooting victim Renee Good

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-08 23:57:25 UTC

"You have a right to flee for your safety," DeSantis said in a 2025 clip unrelated to the Minneapolis shooting.

January 9 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 00:02:05 UTC

Plato and Aristotle, ancient Greek philosophers Political philosophy studies the theoretical and conceptual foundations of politics . It examines the nature, scope, and legitimacy of political institutions, such as states . It investigates different forms of government , ranging from democracy to authoritarianism , and the values guiding political action, like justice , equality, and liberty . Political philosophy focuses on desirable norms and values, in contrast to political science , which emphasizes empirical description. Political philosophy has its roots in antiquity , such as the theories of Plato and Aristotle (both pictured) in ancient Greek philosophy , with discussions on the nature of justice and ideal states. Confucianism , Taoism , and legalism emerged in ancient Chinese philosophy , while Hindu and Buddhist political thought developed in ancient India . The modern period marked a shift towards secularism as diverse schools of thought developed, such as social contract theory , liberalism, conservatism, utilitarianism , Marxism , and anarchism. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Yamato -class battleship Yoshi's New Island New England Revolution in international competition Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 9

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 00:02:08 UTC

January 9 RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1966 1917 – World War I : A meeting of the German Crown Council decided upon the resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare . 1972 – Seawise University , formerly RMS Queen Elizabeth (pictured) , an ocean liner that sailed the Atlantic for Cunard Line , caught fire in Victoria Harbour , Hong Kong. 1981 – U.S. representative Raymond Lederer was convicted of bribery and conspiracy for his role in the Abscam scandal, but continued to serve his term for three more months. 1996 – First Chechen War : Chechen separatists launched raids in the city of Kizlyar , Dagestan , which turned into a massive hostage crisis involving thousands of civilians. 2015 – A hostage situation , related to the Charlie Hebdo shooting , occurred at a Jewish market in Vincennes . Demetrios Chalkokondyles (d. 1511) Annemarie Heinrich (b. 1912) Catherine, Princess of Wales (b. 1982) Otto Schenk (d. 2025) More anniversaries: January 8 January 9 January 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did ex-NATO general say, 'If Trump moves on Greenland, Europeans must be ready to fight the US'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 00:52:10 UTC

"I would advocate upping the ante on Greenland, by deploying a small trigger force to Greenland," the former general said in an email to Snopes.

Unpacking claim Kamala Harris said Venezuela 'is a country, but we don't live there, so it's not our country'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 11:01:44 UTC

The former vice president supposedly added, "And when we go there, we are in another country."

Denmark must defend Greenland, but didn't issue 'shoot first, ask questions later' warning

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 12:02:05 UTC

Denmark confirmed to a newspaper that a 74-year-old national defense order is still in force today. That's not the same as issuing a new warning.

Does Earth have a temporary second moon? What astronomers actually discovered

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 14:01:47 UTC

Researchers believe the “quasi-satellite” has accompanied Earth since 1957.

Obama dropped more than 26K bombs on 7 countries without congressional approval in 2016. Here's how

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 16:01:37 UTC

Trump supporters spread the claim again after he ordered a "large-scale strike" on Venezuela in January 2026.

This image doesn't show Cilia Flores in court with head bandage and black eye. Here's the proof

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 18:23:11 UTC

Flores, the wife of Nicolás Maduro, has appeared in public with light blond hair since at least 2019.

Was Fauci's 'autopen pardon' vacated by 14th District Court of Appeals?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 18:43:13 UTC

The rumor claimed Fauci would face "a multitude of charges, starting with lying to Congress and the FBI."

17 rumors about the US capture of Maduro, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 21:54:48 UTC

Look out for AI-generated videos and images of alleged celebrations in Venezuelan streets and the capture itself.

Did Erika Kirk lose her children in custody battle? No evidence claim's true

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 22:09:21 UTC

Kirk had two kids with her late husband, conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

ICE agent who shot Renee Good isn't named Steve Grove

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 22:40:37 UTC

The most well-known Steve Grove in Minneapolis is the publisher of its local newspaper. That same newspaper identified the shooter as Jonathan Ross.

Beware rumor Denmark renamed Greenland 'Epstein Island' to stop Trump from talking about it

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 22:57:09 UTC

The claim spread after U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States needs to acquire Greenland "from the standpoint of national security."

ICE shooting of Renee Good was 1st recorded Minneapolis homicide of 2026

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 23:01:24 UTC

The city had recorded no other homicides or shootings from Jan. 1, 2026, to Jan. 7, 2026.

'Jeopardy!' host Ken Jennings said he'd vote for 2028 candidate who would prosecute Trump 'regime'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-09 23:12:12 UTC

The game show champion-turned-host has been known for controversial social media statements in the past.

January 10 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-10 00:01:35 UTC

Yan Bingtao, winner of the 2021 Masters The 2021 Masters (officially the 2021 Betfred Masters) was a professional non-ranking snooker tournament that took place from 10 to 17 January 2021 at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes , England. It was the 47th staging of the Masters , which was first held in 1975 , and the second of three Triple Crown events in the 2020–21 season . The top sixteen players from the snooker world rankings were invited to compete in a knockout tournament , organised by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association . It was played behind closed doors because of COVID-19 restrictions in the United Kingdom . The defending champion, Stuart Bingham , had defeated Ali Carter 10–8 in the 2020 Masters final. Bingham lost 6–5 to Yan Bingtao (pictured) in the semi-finals. Yan (one of three debutants at the event, alongside Thepchaiya Un-Nooh and Gary Wilson ) met John Higgins in the final. Yan completed a 10–8 victory to win his first Triple Crown tournament. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Political philosophy Yamato -class battleship Yoshi's New Island Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 10

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-10 00:05:10 UTC

January 10 Sinclair C5 976 – After the death of his guardian John I Tzimiskes , Basil II became the effective ruler and senior emperor of the Byzantine Empire . 1430 – Philip the Good established the Order of the Golden Fleece , referred to as the most prestigious, exclusive, and expensive order of chivalry in the world. 1917 – Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition : Seven survivors of the Ross Sea party were rescued after being stranded for several months. 1941 – Greco-Italian War : The Greek army captured the strategically important Klisura Pass in Albania. 1985 – Sir Clive Sinclair launched the Sinclair C5 personal electric vehicle, "one of the great marketing bombs of postwar British industry", which later became a cult collectable despite its commercial failure. Carl Linnaeus (d. 1778) Rod Stewart (b. 1945) Kalki Koechlin (b. 1984) Tao Li (b. 1990) More anniversaries: January 9 January 10 January 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Image claiming to show Renee Nicole Good's car aimed at ICE officer isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-10 01:13:00 UTC

Credible videos of the shooting showed the wheels of Good's car were turned away from the agent when she moved forward and he shot her.

What Mamdani actually said about World Cup tickets

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-10 14:02:08 UTC

In January 2026, the New York City mayor signed executive orders battling junk fees and hidden charges levied by corporations.

Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland: 13 rumors we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-10 19:01:59 UTC

Trump has repeatedly said he wants to acquire Greenland, prompting a wave of news headlines in the U.S. about the territory.

January 11 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 00:01:40 UTC

The northern gannet (Morus bassanus ) is a seabird , the largest species of the gannet family, Sulidae . It is native to the coasts of the Atlantic Ocean, breeding in Western Europe and northeastern North America. It is the largest seabird in the northern Atlantic. The sexes are similar in appearance. Nesting takes place in colonies on both sides of the North Atlantic. Its breeding range has extended northward and eastward, with colonies being established on Russia's Kola Peninsula in 1995 and Bear Island (the southernmost island of Svalbard ) in 2011. Colonies are mostly located on offshore islands with cliffs, from which birds can more easily launch into the air. The northern gannet undertakes seasonal migrations and catches fish (which are the mainstay of its diet) by making high-speed dives into the sea. It faces few other natural or man-made threats. Because the northern gannet is both a conspicuous and a common bird, it is referred to in several ancient myths and legends. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2021 Masters (snooker) Political philosophy Yamato -class battleship Archive By email More featured articles About

Did George W. Bush say he was celebrating no longer having started the 'dumbest war in US history'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 00:01:42 UTC

The rumor emerged as the Trump administration threatened Venezuela's sovereignty.

On this day: January 11

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 00:05:36 UTC

January 11 : Prithvi Jayanti in Nepal Gateway Bridge 1820 – A conflagration in Savannah, Georgia , destroyed more than 400 buildings and caused millions of dollars in damages. 1946 – The People's Republic of Albania was proclaimed, with Enver Hoxha as the country's de facto head of state. 1961 – Students at the University of Georgia rioted in an attempt to prevent the attendance of two African-American students. 1986 – The Gateway Bridge (pictured) in Brisbane , Australia, opened as the largest prestressed-concrete , single-box bridge in the world. 2024 – Several thousand North Korean migrant workers in Helong engaged in civil unrest , including a factory occupation and the taking of managers as hostages, due to unpaid wages. Alice Paul (b. 1885) Roberta Fulbright (d. 1953) Emile Heskey (b. 1978) Tom Parry Jones (d. 2013) More anniversaries: January 10 January 11 January 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Bogus story claims Trumps volunteered at Pennsylvania orphanage on New Year's Day

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 03:01:23 UTC

The feel-good story spread on social media without listing specifics or a source for the information.

FAFSA has asked applicants what 'type' of white they are since 2024. Here's why

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 14:01:43 UTC

Data analysis and higher education policy researchers have long called for more-detailed race and ethnicity data to better capture diverse needs.

15 rumors about the CIA that Snopes has investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-11 19:01:40 UTC

The CIA has been the target of numerous rumors, spanning everything from its knowledge of UFOs to its alleged administration of covert drug trials.

Did King Charles III reassert 'British rule over US,' calling for 'muscular return to colonialism'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 00:01:23 UTC

The monarch allegedly said the U.K. would follow the U.S. in its "muscular return to colonialism” amid Venezuela and Greenland tensions.

January 12 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 00:02:26 UTC

The Impartial Scout of June 1650, mentioning Alkin Elizabeth Alkin (c. 1600 – c. 1655 ) was a publisher, nurse and spy for the Parliamentarian forces during the English Civil War (1642–1651). She was also commonly known as Parliamentary Joan, one of many derogatory names she was called by royalist sympathisers. Little is known about Alkin's early life. Her husband was arrested and hanged in 1643 by the royalists during the English Civil War for spying for the Parliamentarians; Alkin continued his work, spying in Oxford —the royalist wartime capital—even during the city's siege . By 1648 Alkin was involved in selling and then publishing Parliamentary newsbooks (example pictured) —the forerunners of newspapers. She used her role as a vendor to track down and report several publishers of royalist material. After the civil war, Alkin nursed casualties of the First Anglo-Dutch War , initially in Portsmouth , then Harwich and Ipswich . With her health failing she returned to London. It is presumed she died shortly afterwards, possibly over the 1655 Christmas period. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Northern gannet 2021 Masters (snooker) Political philosophy Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 12

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 00:04:24 UTC

January 12 : Zanzibar Revolution Day in Tanzania (1964 ); Eugenio María de Hostos's birthday in Puerto Rico (2026); St Mary's Church, Reculver 475 – Basiliscus became Byzantine emperor after Zeno was forced to flee Constantinople . 1808 – John Rennie 's scheme to defend St Mary's Church (pictured) in Reculver from coastal erosion was abandoned in favour of demolition, despite the church being an exemplar of Anglo-Saxon architecture . 1895 – The National Trust , a conservation organisation in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, was founded. 1916 – Oswald Boelcke and Max Immelmann became the first German aviators to be awarded the Pour le Mérite , Germany's highest military honour. 2010 – An earthquake registering 7.0 Mw struck Haiti, killing more than 100,000 people. Étienne Lenoir (b. 1822) Austin Chapman (d. 1926) Agatha Christie (d. 1976) Zhansaya Abdumalik (b. 2000) More anniversaries: January 11 January 12 January 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Project 2025 called for 're-hemisphering' in Latin America. Trump's actions in Venezuela went further

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 03:00:51 UTC

The claim surfaced following U.S. President Donald Trump's military intervention in Venezuela.

Will Earth lose gravity for 7 seconds on Aug. 12, 2026? The truth about alleged NASA doc

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 11:02:05 UTC

Social media users shared a cosmic claim about an alleged secret NASA document named "Project Anchor" leaking online in 2024.

Rumor about missing airplane landing 29 years after takeoff is flight of fancy

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 12:01:30 UTC

No passengers were frozen in time, but this story might as well be.

Inspecting claim about Brigitte Bardot's reported racial hatred convictions

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 14:02:16 UTC

Bardot's history of making racist comments resurfaced online after her death in December 2025.

Did John Wayne write inspiring letter to Montana school?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 16:02:15 UTC

According to the story, "The Duke" once provided a classroom with a projector, several of his films and a $500 check.

Is PBS shutting down? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 17:41:26 UTC

While leaders of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) voted to dissolve that organization, PBS is its own entity.

Nick Shirley claims he uncovered Minnesota day care fraud scheme. We examined the facts

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 18:41:43 UTC

The state's Department of Children, Youth, and Families said it was investigating four day cares in Shirley's video, though the reason was unclear.

Vance said ICE will go 'door-to-door' to check immigration status

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 21:20:14 UTC

In January 2026, Fox News' Jesse Watters interviewed the vice president about deportations.

Did Trump post this doctored screenshot calling him the 'acting president of Venezuela'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 22:37:12 UTC

Wikipedia has bestowed no such title to the U.S. president.

Beware of this image allegedly showing Renee Good's criminal record

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-12 23:36:59 UTC

A screenshot purportedly showing the "rap sheet" of 37-year-old Good, whom an ICE agent fatally shot in early January 2026, listed her age as 44.

January 13 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 00:01:39 UTC

Gwen Stefani "Shine " is a song written and recorded by American singer Gwen Stefani (pictured) featuring Pharrell Williams , who also produced the song. Originally intended for Stefani's band No Doubt , it is a reggae pop and ska song that is featured in the 2014 live-action/animated film Paddington in the United States and Canada. The lyrics revolve around the lead character Paddington Bear 's journey to London and his identity crisis. Stefani initially disagreed with Williams' choice to use direct references to Paddington in the lyrics, but praised this decision after watching the film with her children. She reported that her involvement with the recording was inspired by her then-husband Gavin Rossdale and her children's connection to England. Critical response to "Shine" was mixed; some praised Stefani and Williams's chemistry, while others compared it negatively to their previous collaborations. Commentators frequently likened it to Williams's 2013 single "Happy " and Stefani's 2014 song "Spark the Fire ". (Full article... ) Recently featured: Elizabeth Alkin Northern gannet 2021 Masters (snooker) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 13

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 00:05:22 UTC

January 13 : Saint Knut's Day in Finland and Sweden Delegates at the first Feminist Congress of Yucatán 1815 – British troops captured Fort Peter in St. Marys , in the only battle of the War of 1812 to take place in the state of Georgia . 1916 – The first Feminist Congress of Yucatán (delegates pictured) began in Mérida , Mexico, to propose reforms for women's social, educational, and legal rights. 1949 – In the first recorded instance of strike action by Catholic laity against the clergy, gravediggers at Calvary Cemetery in Queens , New York City, went on strike . 2001 – The first of two large earthquakes in the span of a month struck El Salvador, killing at least 944 people and destroying over 100,000 homes. 2003 – The trans-Neptunian object 208996 Achlys was discovered by Chad Trujillo and Michael E. Brown at Palomar Observatory , California. Æthelwulf, King of Wessex (d. 858) Brynhild Olivier (d. 1935) Maon Kurosaki (b. 1988) Guido Dessauer (d. 2012) More anniversaries: January 12 January 13 January 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Inspecting video claiming to show ICE agent accidentally discharging weapon while falling on ice

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 01:11:53 UTC

There was no evidence the video was fake, but we couldn't geolocate it or confirm the gun had fired.

Did Tim Walz change Minnesota's flag to resemble Somalia's? We have the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 11:01:22 UTC

The claim has circulated since Minnesota changed its flag in May 2024.

Unpacking claims Mamdani aide Cea Waver said home ownership is 'white supremacy' despite mother's alleged $1.4M home

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 12:01:43 UTC

The Daily Mail accused Weaver of "breathtaking hypocrisy" over remarks she made in 2019.

Story of mechanic Mark Delcourt's hospital escape isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 14:01:47 UTC

Posts claimed the 42-year-old man fled a US hospital while shouting, "They want to take my organs."

No evidence Trump paid millions in settlements over allegations of sexually assaulting minors

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 16:01:52 UTC

This rumor about the president has circulated for years and is unsupported by any credible evidence.

Sober up on rumor Trump posted about banning alcohol, bringing back Prohibition

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 21:10:31 UTC

The president's alleged social media post ended with: "We don't need hangovers — we need GREATNESS. LET'S MAKE AMERICA SOBER AGAIN!"

Did Minnesotans protesting killing of Renee Good demand 'higher wages'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-13 23:55:52 UTC

A popular Christian satire site started the rumor.

On this day: January 14

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 00:03:50 UTC

January 14 : Ratification Day in the United States (1784 ) Map of the fort of Malacca 1641 – Dutch–Portuguese War : The Dutch siege of Malacca against the Portuguese ended when Dutch troops seized the city's citadel (depicted) . 1907 – An earthquake registering 6.2 Mw struck Kingston, Jamaica , resulting in approximately 1,000 deaths. 1966 – Vietnam War : United States and Australian troops ended Operation Crimp ; during the military operation, troops discovered an extensive tunnel network used by the Viet Cong . 1978 – Austrian logician Kurt Gödel , who suffered from an obsessive fear of being poisoned , died of starvation after his wife was hospitalized and unable to cook for him. 2011 – Arab Spring : Tunisian president Zine El Abidine Ben Ali fled the country after several violent protests . Evander Berry Wall (b. 1861) James P. Hagerstrom (b. 1921) Caterina Valente (b. 1931) Alan Rickman (d. 2016) More anniversaries: January 13 January 14 January 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

January 14 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 00:04:28 UTC

The Snow Queen is a 2000 young-adult fantasy novel by the Canadian writer Eileen Kernaghan . It follows Gerda, a young Danish woman who sets out to rescue her childhood friend Kai from Madame Aurore, a magician known as the Snow Queen. She is joined on her journey by Ritva, a young Sámi woman born to a shamaness and a robber. The novel is based on Hans Christian Andersen 's fairy tale "The Snow Queen " (1844), but incorporates elements of Scandinavian shamanism and influences from the Kalevala (1835), a compilation of Finnish mythology and epic poetry . It also explores feminist and matriarchal themes, reinterpreting several plot elements from Andersen's original with contemporary shifts against the background of the imaginative geography of Arctic landscapes. The Snow Queen was published by Thistledown Press and received positive reviews. It received the Aurora Award for Best Novel in 2001 and was considered for two other accolades. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Shine" (Gwen Stefani song) Elizabeth Alkin Northern gannet Archive By email More featured articles About

Watch out for this image supposedly showing Renee Good mocking Charlie Kirk's death

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 00:04:31 UTC

Numerous fake images related to Good spread in the wake of her fatal shooting.

US Postal Service sent essential services letter to employees. Here's what to know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 00:54:24 UTC

The letter was real and sent to postal workers, but it didn't signal a new policy or departure from normal practices.

Real video shows DHS officer defacing Renee Good memorial

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 11:02:00 UTC

Google Maps street imagery indicated that the incident occurred at the Homeland Security office in Sacramento, California.

Philadelphia sheriff Rochelle Bilal called ICE 'made-up, fake, wannabe law enforcement'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 12:01:53 UTC

Bilal also appeared to warn agents, "You don't want this smoke."

Did Trump's lawyers stop him from traveling to Scotland because he's wanted for 'war crimes'? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 14:02:09 UTC

Trump planned to attend the World Economic Forum in Switzerland in January 2026.

What we know about rumor US used sonic weapon during Venezuela attack

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 16:02:13 UTC

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt fueled the rumor when she shared an unsourced X post.

Unpacking claim that 'one of ours, all of yours' phrase on Noem's podium is Nazi slogan

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 21:16:03 UTC

We found no evidence confirming the phrase appearing on a lectern originated verbatim in Nazi Germany, as social media posts suggested.

Did owner of Chipotle donate to ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good? No, but here's who did

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-14 23:39:17 UTC

Bill Ackman, who donated to a GoFundMe campaign for the agent, bought a 10% stake in Chipotle in 2017 but is now unaffiliated with the chain.

January 15 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 00:02:03 UTC

Daughters of Jacob Geriatric Center Louis Abramson (August 1, 1887 – January 15, 1985) was an American architect who practiced mostly in New York City, specializing in hospitals, nursing homes, and restaurants. He is best known for designing the Daughters of Jacob Geriatric Center (pictured) . Early in his career, he designed several Jewish Centers, a new type of building which filled the religious, cultural, educational, and often fitness needs of the community in a single structure. Abramson had little formal schooling in architecture; he took courses at Cooper Union , the Mechanics Institute , and Columbia University but did not complete a degree. Most of his training was on-the-job in junior positions at well-known New York City architecture firms, after which he started his own firm. He employed a variety of styles, including Neo-Renaissance , Moorish Revival , Neo-Classical , Tudor , Art Deco , and Art Moderne . Several of his buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places . (Full article... ) Recently featured: The Snow Queen (Kernaghan novel) "Shine" (Gwen Stefani song) Elizabeth Alkin Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 15

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 00:04:59 UTC

January 15 : John Chilembwe Day in Malawi Fragment of the Derveni papyrus 1867 – In Regent's Park , London, the ice on the lake broke , plunging skaters into the water and causing 40 deaths from drowning or hypothermia. 1910 – Construction was completed on the Buffalo Bill Dam , then the tallest dam in the world, on the Shoshone River in the U.S. state of Wyoming . 1951 – Ilse Koch , wife of Karl-Otto Koch , the Nazi commander of the Buchenwald and Majdanek concentration camps , was sentenced to life imprisonment by a West German court. 1962 – The Derveni papyrus (fragment pictured) , the oldest surviving manuscript in Europe, was discovered in Macedonia in northern Greece. 1970 – The Republic of Biafra surrendered following a failed attempt at secession from Nigeria, ending the Nigerian Civil War . 2001 – The first edit to the internet encyclopedia Wikipedia was made. Eliza McCardle Johnson (d. 1876) Tsegaye Kebede (b. 1987) Grace VanderWaal (b. 2004) David Lynch (d. 2025) More anniversaries: January 14 January 15 January 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

What we know about ICE arrest, detention of observer Brandon Siguenza in Minneapolis

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 01:01:44 UTC

According to Siguenza, ICE offered him money or legal protection for undocumented relatives if he gave them names of migrants or protest organizers.

Rumor of oil executive complaining about Trump's farts is full of hot air

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 11:02:10 UTC

The same rumor claimed Trump "smelled like rotten roast beef" during a White House meeting on Venezuela.

Watch out for this video depicting people marching through Iranian city amid nationwide protests

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 12:02:14 UTC

Demonstrations in Iran commenced at the end of 2025 and continued into 2026 amid increasing frustration at the Islamic republic's government.

Can ICE arrest US citizens? Explaining agents' legal authority

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 14:02:03 UTC

Questions surrounding ICE's arrest powers resurfaced after an agent fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis on Jan. 7, 2026.

'STOP TRUMP' Craigslist ad recruiting paid protesters isn't from January 2026

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 16:02:28 UTC

The advertisement first circulated around the 2016 U.S. presidential election.

Don't fall for supposed 'hospital photo' of ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 19:54:58 UTC

The photo came from a viral Twitter post in 2016.

Did David Muir 'snap' on air, warning of martial law and no midterms?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-15 23:35:34 UTC

Are you blind to what's coming, or are you just afraid to say it's AI-generated out loud?

January 16 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 00:02:39 UTC

Michael Keaton, who played Batman Batman Returns is a 1992 American superhero film directed by Tim Burton and written by Daniel Waters . Based on the DC Comics character Batman , it is the sequel to Batman (1989) and the second installment in the Batman film series (1989–1997). Set during Christmas in Gotham City , the film follows Batman , played by Michael Keaton (pictured) , as he confronts corrupt businessman Max Shreck (Christopher Walken ) and deformed crime boss Oswald Cobblepot / the Penguin (Danny DeVito ), whose bid for power threatens the city. Their schemes are further complicated by Shreck's former secretary Selina Kyle (Michelle Pfeiffer ), who seeks revenge against him as Catwoman. Released in June 1992, Batman Returns broke several box-office records and grossed $266.8 million worldwide, becoming the sixth-highest-grossing film of 1992 . Critical reception was polarized, though most reviewers praised the principal cast. Following the film's mixed reception, Burton was replaced as director for its sequel, Batman Forever (1995). (Full article... ) Recently featured: Louis Abramson The Snow Queen (Kernaghan novel) "Shine" (Gwen Stefani song) Archive By email More featured articles About

What we know about Ford autoworker's confrontation with Trump

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 00:05:34 UTC

A video shows the president flipping off a heckler during a visit to a Ford plant in Michigan.

On this day: January 16

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 00:07:47 UTC

January 16 The aftermath of Turkish Airlines Flight 6491 1537 – Sir Francis Bigod began an armed rebellion against King Henry VIII and the English Parliament . 1883 – The Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act , establishing the United States Civil Service , is enacted by the U.S. Congress . 1945 – World War II : Adolf Hitler and his staff moved into the Führerbunker in Berlin, where he would eventually commit suicide . 2016 – After gunmen took hostages the previous night at a restaurant in Ouagadougou , Burkina Faso, government commandos stormed the premises to bring the situation to an end. 2017 – Turkish Airlines Flight 6491 crashed in Manas International Airport (aftermath pictured) after the flight overflew the entire runway, which resulted in 39 deaths. John C. Breckinridge (b. 1821) Miguel Ángel Mancera (b. 1966) Susie Bootja Bootja Napaltjarri (d. 2003) Valene L. Smith (d. 2024) More anniversaries: January 15 January 16 January 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

'Terribly depressing': Unprecedented collapse of an industry that was once pride of UK's economy

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 09:27:14 UTC

teaser for Conway piece on chemicals

Was ICE training shortened to 47 days to honor Trump? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 11:01:40 UTC

An August 2025 report by The Atlantic claimed three anonymous officials said ICE shortened the training to honor the 47th U.S. president.

Rumor UN called for independent investigation into Renee Good's death overstates the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 12:01:51 UTC

The United Nations' human rights office, which called for an independent probe into Good's death, doesn't speak for the rest of the organization.

What to know about images claiming to show man named Juan Carlos after ICE assault

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 14:01:31 UTC

A video showed a U.S. Border Patrol agent kneeing a man in the face. We inspected images allegedly showing the aftermath.

Posts claim ICE agent slipped on actual ice. They're almost right

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 17:27:40 UTC

A video depicting a federal agent running toward protesters and falling on ice in Minneapolis is authentic. But some posts miss a detail.

Did Jennifer Lawrence buy gas station to reward owner who was generous to her years earlier?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 18:00:48 UTC

A heartwarming story alleged the Oscar-winning actor helped a man who had years earlier aided her when she was living out of her car.

Does 'Nazis.us' redirect to DHS website? Yes, here's who bought the domain

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 18:45:25 UTC

Snopes linked the domain to an email address owned by Mark Davis, a candidate for Congress in Florida's 16th District.

NATO official allegedly said Europe would take every US base if Trump takes Greenland. Here's the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 19:24:03 UTC

Some news media outlets mistakenly reported that Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn was a "NATO chief."

Is Enrique Tarrio an ICE agent? Checking claim about DHS leak

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 22:19:35 UTC

Tarrio, the Department of Homeland Security and a watchdog database that identifies ICE members all said Tarrio did not work for the agency.

Do photos confirm Elon Musk and Sydney Sweeney are dating?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-16 22:36:57 UTC

Online users shared several images allegedly confirming photographers captured the tech billionaire and actor spending time together.

January 17 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-17 00:00:45 UTC

Frank Hague (January 17, 1876 – January 1, 1956) was an American politician who served as the mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey , from 1917 to 1947. Hague ran a political machine that dominated politics in Hudson County and often in the entire state of New Jersey. Born into poverty in Jersey City, Hague first gained office at age 20 and rose through the political ranks. During his 30 years as mayor, Hague's influence reached the national level. His ability to gain huge majorities in Hudson County for the Democrats helped win the state in elections for governor and for president, and his machine dispensed jobs and aid in exchange for votes. He wielded his greatest power under Franklin D. Roosevelt , controlling funding for New Deal projects. Among these were the Jersey City Medical Center and Roosevelt Stadium . By the 1940s, Hague spent much time vacationing, and other ethnic groups challenged the Irish dominance in the city. He resigned in 1947 in favor of his nephew, Frank Hague Eggers . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Batman Returns Louis Abramson The Snow Queen (Kernaghan novel) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 17

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-17 00:01:48 UTC

January 17 Raoul Wallenberg 1773 – On James Cook 's second voyage , his vessel HMS Resolution became the first vessel to cross the Antarctic Circle . 1945 – Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg , who had saved thousands of Jews from the Holocaust , was taken into Soviet custody during the Siege of Budapest and was never seen in public again. 1961 – Three days before leaving office, U.S. president Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered a farewell speech to the nation , in which he warned about the dangers of the military–industrial complex . 1989 – Patrick Purdy opened fire in an elementary school in Stockton, California , killing 5 and wounding 32 others. 2010 – The first spate of violence between Muslims and Christians began in Jos , Nigeria, and would end in more than 200 deaths. William Backhouse (b. 1593) Big Bear (d. 1888) Barbara Jordan (d. 1996) Tom Kilburn (d. 2001) More anniversaries: January 16 January 17 January 18 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, Ted Cruz said in 2016 that Trump 'would have nuked Denmark'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-17 14:01:53 UTC

The decade-old clip circulated in 2026 as the Trump administration sought to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark.

Fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good: 7 claims we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-17 19:02:05 UTC

The internet exploded with competing claims and rumors about the shooting in Minneapolis.

January 18 Wikipedia featured article

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Cameroon celebrating their victory in the final The 2017 Africa Cup of Nations final was an association football match to determine the winner of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations , organised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). It was held at the Stade de l'Amitié in Libreville , Gabon, and contested by Cameroon (team pictured) and Egypt . Egypt took a 1–0 lead through Mohamed Elneny after 22 minutes. Cameroon had more possession than Egypt in the first half, but their attack lacked potency and Egypt led at half time. The Egyptians made few attempts to attack in the second half, and Cameroon equalised after 59 minutes through Nicolas Nkoulou , who had come on as a substitute . Egypt were unable to adjust, and Cameroon continued to have the better chances, eventually scoring again two minutes before the end, through Vincent Aboubakar , to record a 2–1 win. The victory marked their fifth Africa Cup of Nations title. As winners, they represented CAF at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia, but they did not progress beyond the group phase. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Frank Hague Batman Returns Louis Abramson Archive By email More featured articles About

Don't believe claim video shows ICE agents in NYC being pelted with snowballs

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-18 00:01:48 UTC

The footage depicts a crowd of people in a setting somewhat resembling Central Park throwing snowballs at law enforcement officers.

On this day: January 18

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-18 00:02:39 UTC

January 18 : World Religion Day (2026) Battle of Hayes Pond 1535 – Francisco Pizarro founded Ciudad de los Reyes (present-day Lima , Peru) as the capital of the lands he conquered for the Spanish crown . 1915 – Japanese prime minister Ōkuma Shigenobu issued the Twenty-One Demands to China in a bid to increase Japan's power in East Asia. 1943 – World War II : In Operation Iskra , the Red Army established a narrow land corridor to Leningrad , partially easing the protracted German siege of the city. 1958 – Members of the Lumbee tribe arrived to protest at a Ku Klux Klan rally near Maxton, North Carolina , which turned into an armed confrontation between the two groups (pictured) . 1983 – Singaporean communist activist Tan Chay Wa was executed, leading to a much-publicised trial of his brother for engraving "subversive" material on the gravestone. Jobst of Moravia (d. 1411) Clare Winger Harris (b. 1891) N. T. Rama Rao (d. 1996) Lamia Al-Gailani Werr (d. 2019) More anniversaries: January 17 January 18 January 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Walz sign Minnesota law letting officers use deadly force on some drivers? The truth is more complicated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-18 03:01:51 UTC

The Minnesota governor signed a police reform package that included tightening the criteria for the permitted use of deadly force by peace officers.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins' claims about SNAP funding under Biden don't add up

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-18 14:01:30 UTC

Rollins has claimed that SNAP spending increased by 30% or 40% during Biden's four years in office. That's simply not true.

16 rumors about NATO that we've examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-18 19:02:34 UTC

As Trump calls for a U.S. takeover of Greenland, NATO's future hangs in the balance. Here are 15 claims about the security alliance.

Posts claim to show Nikola Tesla's last words. Is there any proof?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 00:01:26 UTC

Tesla allegedly wrote to his mother: "All these years that I had spent in the service of mankind brought me nothing but insults and humiliation."

January 19 Wikipedia featured article

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Edward III outside a walled town King Edward III of England led a campaign in the Duchy of Brittany in 1342 and 1343. England , at war with France since 1337 in the Hundred Years' War , had sided with John of Montfort 's faction in the Breton Civil War soon after it broke out in 1341. An English fleet broke the blockade of Brest on 18 August, and on 30 September a numerically inferior English army inflicted a heavy defeat on the French at the battle of Morlaix . After logistical difficulties, Edward abandoned his siege train and landed in Brittany on 26 October after a storm-wracked three-week passage. The English then advanced on the major Breton town of Vannes . The French garrison repelled an immediate assault and the English began a siege . English raiding parties devastated large parts of eastern Brittany, but attempts to reinforce or supply Edward from England failed. Philip VI of France moved his court to Brittany and entered into negotiations with Edward; they rapidly agreed the Truce of Malestroit , which is widely seen as favouring the English. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2017 Africa Cup of Nations final Frank Hague Batman Returns Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 19

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 00:02:57 UTC

January 19 : Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States (2026) Depiction of the aftermath of the Siege of Mirandola 1511 – War of the League of Cambrai : Troops led by Pope Julius II captured Mirandola (depicted) after a brief siege. 1915 – World War I : The first major attack of the German bombing campaign against Britain took place when Zeppelins bombed several towns in Norfolk . 1972 – The French newspaper L'Aurore revealed that the former Nazi SS officer Klaus Barbie (pictured) , the "Butcher of Lyon", had been found to be living in Peru. 1975 – An earthquake registering 6.8 Ms struck northern Himachal Pradesh in India, causing extensive damage to the region. 2007 – A four-man team, using only skis and kites , completed a 1,093-mile (1,759 km) trek to reach the Southern Pole of Inaccessibility , the first people to get there since 1967, and the first to do so on foot. Marcus Gheeraerts the Younger (d. 1636) Herbert Chapman (b. 1878) Dennis Taylor (b. 1949) Francesca Woodman (d. 1981) More anniversaries: January 18 January 19 January 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Does image show Barcelona's Sagrada Família basilica under construction in early 1900s? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 03:02:12 UTC

La Sagrada Família was due to be mostly completed in 2026 to coincide with the centenary of architect Antoni Gaudí's death.

Does 'David vs. Goliath' video really show rhino and tiny deer headbutting each other?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 11:01:33 UTC

Despite countless fake photos and videos spreading online thanks to artificial intelligence tools, not every animal clip is fabricated.

Look out for false warnings about 'Trump was arrested' scam text

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 12:02:08 UTC

Messages are circulating attempting to warn people about a text message scam that doesn't appear to exist.

23 rumors involving the US Postal Service, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 14:02:06 UTC

From rumors about mail-in election ballots to alleged scams, various claims have involved the PostaL Service over the years. Here's a sample.

'Super-Earth' exoplanet discovery is real, but it isn't sending 'strange signals'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 16:01:53 UTC

The supposed "strange signals" were not mysterious at all, but commonly observed transit signals, according to NASA.

Was anti-ICE journalist Laura Jedeed hired as deportation officer? Facts behind the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 19:44:13 UTC

Jedeed, an independent journalist, wrote an article for Slate magazine in which she recounted ICE hiring her with minimal vetting.

ICE temporarily detained educator Christina Rank in Minnesota. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 19:55:23 UTC

At some point, ICE vehicles and the teacher's vehicle collided, but it's unclear who hit whom.

26 Martin Luther King Jr. rumors we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 22:12:28 UTC

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we compiled a collection of our stories about the late civil rights leader.

Did Iran threaten to assassinate Trump? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-19 23:21:42 UTC

An alleged death threat was reportedly displayed on a sign held by a member of the public during a funeral for members of Iran's security forces.

January 20 Wikipedia featured article

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The volcano rabbit (Romerolagus diazi ) is a small species of rabbit that lives in pine and alder forests on several volcanic slopes in Mexico. It is the sole member of the genus Romerolagus and considered the most primitive species among the rabbits and hares. One of the smallest rabbits in the world, it has an adult weight ranging from 390 to 600 g (14 to 21 oz) and a total body length of 23 to 31 cm (9.1 to 12.2 in). Dense, short, yellowish brown fur covers its body, helping it to blend in with volcanic soil. It has short, rounded ears, and its short tail becomes hidden in adulthood. The volcano rabbit has a highly restricted habitat, being found only on the slopes of four volcanoes to the southeast of Mexico City . Human activities, including urban and agricultural expansion, have caused its habitat to become more fragmented , and hunting, livestock grazing, and fires threaten rabbit populations even inside protected areas . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Edward III's Breton campaign 2017 Africa Cup of Nations final Frank Hague Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 20

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 00:05:02 UTC

January 20 : Day of Nationwide Sorrow in Azerbaijan (1990 ) "Game of the Century" 1156 – According to legend, Lalli slew Bishop Henry of Finland with an axe on the ice of Lake Köyliönjärvi in Köyliö . 1356 – Edward Balliol , whose father John was briefly King of Scotland , gave up his claim to the throne in exchange for an English pension. 1726 – J. S. Bach led the first performance of his cantata Meine Seufzer, meine Tränen on the second Sunday after the Epiphany . 1968 – The Houston Cougars upset the UCLA Bruins in what became known as the "Game of the Century " (pictured) , ending the Bruins' 47-game winning streak and establishing college basketball as a sports commodity on American television. 2009 – In Washington, D.C., Barack Obama was inaugurated as the first African-American president of the United States. Wulfstan (d. 1095) Jean-Jacques Barthélemy (b. 1716) Nathaniel Parker Willis (b. 1806; d. 1867) David Tudor (b. 1926) More anniversaries: January 19 January 20 January 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Ukraine run 'sting operation' providing false intelligence to US that was leaked to Russia? We inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 00:28:58 UTC

The rumor appeared to stem from a mistranslation of an interview on French news television.

Was missing camper kept alive by two wolves? We inspected unlikely claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 11:01:45 UTC

The story circulated online with images showing what appeared to be several different hikers.

Claim Eric Clapton invited deaf teen onstage hits bum note

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 14:01:27 UTC

The story allegedly took place in Birmingham, England, on Sept. 23, 1992. That date doesn't align with Clapton's documented tour schedule.

Real message by Trump links Greenland threats to Nobel Peace Prize snub

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 14:17:47 UTC

Spokespeople for both the Norwegian government and the Trump administration confirmed the message authored by the U.S. president.

Mar-a-Lago gala featured dog masks and Marie Antoinette-style costumes

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 16:01:56 UTC

The American Humane Society’s Hero Dog Awards Gala took place on Jan. 9, 2026, with Trump in attendance.

Run from rumored video showing ICE agents chasing 'bathtub viking' protester

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 21:06:43 UTC

The video allegedly showed a protester wearing a viking helmet and costume while riding in a bathtub on wheels to escape numerous ICE agents.

Trump shared edited photo featuring map with Venezuela, Canada and Greenland covered by US flag

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 21:40:33 UTC

Trump posted a digitally altered photograph amid tension with NATO members over his plan to acquire Greenland.

Photo authentically shows ICE agents detaining US citizen in freezing weather

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-20 23:00:33 UTC

The Department of Homeland Security said agents detained ChongLy Thao, 56, because he matched the description of two men the agency was seeking.

January 21 Wikipedia featured article

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Radar timelapse of the Greensburg tornado The Greensburg tornado struck on May 4, 2007, in Kiowa County, Kansas , heavily damaging the town of Greensburg . It tracked 28.8 miles (46.3 km) through the area, killing 12 people and injuring 63. The tornado was the first to be rated EF5 on the Enhanced Fujita scale . The tornado heavily damaged Greensburg; 662 structures in the town sustained some form of damage and 95 percent of the town was damaged or destroyed. It dissipated northwest of Greensburg after being on the ground for just over an hour. The tornado left monetary losses of $250 million (2007 USD) in its wake. Kiowa County was declared a federal disaster area in the immediate aftermath. Rebuilding efforts were intensive, and several major federal government agencies collaborated with state agencies to help restore the town with the goal of making it a "green town" using a long-term community recovery plan. (This article is part of a featured topic : Tornado outbreak of May 4–6 , 2007 .) Recently featured: Volcano rabbit Edward III's Breton campaign 2017 Africa Cup of Nations final Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 21

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 00:02:35 UTC

January 21 : Feast day of Saint Agnes (Christianity); National Hugging Day (United States) Isaac Isaacs 1326 – King Edward II of England issued a royal charter confirming Adam de Brome 's foundation of Oriel College, Oxford . 1931 – Isaac Isaacs (pictured) became the first Australian-born governor-general of Australia . 1968 – Vietnam War : The People's Army of Vietnam attacked Khe Sanh Combat Base , a U.S. Marines outpost in Quảng Trị province , South Vietnam, starting the Battle of Khe Sanh . 1976 – The Concorde , an Anglo-French supersonic airliner , began scheduled commercial flights to London, Paris, Bahrain, and Rio de Janeiro. 2011 – Demonstrations against alleged corruption in the Albanian government led to the killings of four protesters in Tirana by the Republican Guard . Anna Morandi Manzolini (b. 1714) Phan Đình Phùng (d. 1896) Yasunori Mitsuda (b. 1972) IShowSpeed (b. 2005) More anniversaries: January 20 January 21 January 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good have 'internal bleeding'? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 11:01:25 UTC

Some people online claimed "internal bleeding" was a medical term for a bruise. Here are the facts.

False rumor that 2K ICE officers walked off job protesting Trump spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 12:01:59 UTC

This claim appeared to originate from a YouTube page called Defeat Trump Network.

Unraveling claim Border Patrol chief Greg Bovino wore 'Nazi uniform'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 14:01:42 UTC

Bovino wore a long coat that many people online compared to those worn by Nazis in World War II.

Does video show ICE agents chasing older woman on mobility scooter?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 16:02:06 UTC

The video claimed to show helicopter-shot TV news footage depicting an older woman on a mobility scooter racing away from ICE agents in a parking lot.

Does photo show Ted Cruz leaving Texas for Laguna Beach ahead of winter storm?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 20:18:56 UTC

The senator's office said he had a planned work trip and would return to Texas before a projected storm in late January 2026.

Posts claim EU will suspend visa-free travel for US citizens beginning Feb. 1, 2026. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-21 23:30:25 UTC

According to the claim, the alleged move was a response to U.S. President Donald Trump saying he would impose tariffs on several EU member states.

January 22 Wikipedia featured article

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Mariah Carey The First Vision is the debut video album by Mariah Carey (pictured) , released on January 22, 1991. It is a collection of music videos, live performances, and film footage detailing the development and promotion of Carey's first studio album Mariah Carey . It features music videos of "Vision of Love ", "Love Takes Time ", and "Someday ", as well as snippets of future singles "I Don't Wanna Cry " and "There's Got to Be a Way ". The collection presents Carey performing at Club Tatou and rehearsal footage for Saturday Night Live and It's Showtime at the Apollo . During an interview segment, Carey answers questions about her life and music. Critics considered the album insightful and praised the showcase of her live vocal abilities; others opined that it projected her in a sexual manner. The video peaked at numbers 2 and 24 respectively on US and UK music video charts. The Canadian Recording Industry Association certified it gold and the Recording Industry Association of America certified it platinum. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Greensburg tornado Volcano rabbit Edward III's Breton campaign Archive By email More featured articles About

Examining Sascha Riley's audio recordings alleging abuse by Epstein, Trump

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 00:01:03 UTC

No credible evidence supported the allegations regarding Epstein, the president and other prominent men.

On this day: January 22

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 00:04:06 UTC

January 22 : Day of Unity of Ukraine (1919 ) Leonid Brezhnev 1689 – The Convention Parliament met to decide the fate of the throne after James II , the last Catholic monarch of England, fled to France following the Glorious Revolution . 1906 – The SS Valencia was wrecked off the coast of Vancouver Island , Canada, in a location so treacherous it was known as the Graveyard of the Pacific . 1969 – Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev survived what was seen as an assassination attempt , an incident that was not revealed to the public until after the fall of the Soviet Union . 1970 – The Boeing 747 , the world's first wide-body commercial airliner , entered service for Pan Am on the New York–London route. 1979 – Uganda–Tanzania War : After surrounding Mutukula the previous day, Tanzanian forces attacked the town in the Battle of Mutukula and caused Ugandan forces to flee. Empress He (d. 906) Karl Ernst Claus (b. 1796) Willa Brown (b. 1906) Ali Hassan Salameh (d. 1979) More anniversaries: January 21 January 22 January 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, Trump said, 'Sometimes you need a dictator'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 00:41:06 UTC

The U.S. president made the remark during a reception of business leaders at the World Economic Forum on Jan. 21, 2026.

Did 'historic wind event' leave massive snow bank on Wyoming's Devils Tower?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 11:01:36 UTC

"It's a good way to educate people on reading stories fully if they sound somewhat unbelievable," the satire account's administrator told Snopes.

Did Italian TV show claim 'Goodfellas' image depicted real Iranian family before 1979 Islamic Revolution?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 12:01:51 UTC

The presenter appeared to take a popular social media meme a little too literally.

Did Bondi fire DOJ employee for having copy of US Constitution on his desk? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 14:02:08 UTC

The claim resurfaced as mass deportations raised due-process concerns.

Report claims New Hampshire lawmaker advocated for segregated schools. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 16:02:15 UTC

Rep. Kristin Noble identified herself on X as chair of New Hampshire's House Education Policy and Administration Committee.

Video of ICE agents' supposed 'attack' on Black church choir isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 17:27:44 UTC

The video circulated as ICE continued immigration enforcement operations across the U.S.

Did Bondi say, 'Jesus Christ would never have stormed a church' in protest of its leaders?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 22:34:13 UTC

Users shared the alleged quote in the days after protesters disrupted a St. Paul, Minnesota, church service as part of an anti-ICE demonstration.

Did Trump confuse Greenland with Iceland at Davos? Leavitt denied it, but evidence shows he did

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-22 22:43:29 UTC

Trump said "Iceland" when he appeared to mean "Greenland" four times in his speech. Leavitt later denied he mixed the names up.

January 23 Wikipedia featured article

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Tiananmen Square A self-immolation incident took place in Tiananmen Square (pictured) in central Beijing on the eve of Chinese New Year on 23 January 2001. The official Chinese press agency, Xinhua News Agency , stated that five members of Falun Gong , a banned spiritual movement, had set themselves on fire to protest the unfair treatment of Falun Gong by the Chinese government. The Falun Dafa Information Center stated that the incident was a hoax staged by the Chinese government to turn public opinion against the group and to justify the torture and imprisonment of its practitioners. The incident received international news coverage, and video footage was broadcast later in the People's Republic of China by China Central Television . The campaign of state propaganda that followed the event eroded public sympathy for Falun Gong, and the government began sanctioning the "systematic use of violence" against the group. (Full article... ) Recently featured: The First Vision Greensburg tornado Volcano rabbit Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 23

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 00:06:21 UTC

January 23 Hongwu Emperor 1368 – The Hongwu Emperor (pictured) ascended the throne, initiating the Ming dynasty , which would rule China for three centuries. 1556 – One of the deadliest earthquakes in history struck Shaanxi , China, resulting in at least 100,000 direct deaths. 1793 – The Russian Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia partitioned the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth for the second time . 1968 – USS Pueblo was seized by North Korean forces , who claimed that it had violated their territorial waters while spying. 1993 – The first version of Mosaic , created by Marc Andreessen and Eric Bina , was released, becoming the first popular web browser . Mary Ward (b. 1585) William Pitt the Younger (d. 1806) Potter Stewart (b. 1915) Salvador Dalí (d. 1989) More anniversaries: January 22 January 23 January 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Minnesota school officials say ICE used 5-year-old as 'bait' to arrest father. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 00:13:39 UTC

According to the Department of Homeland Security, the child and his father were taken to a detention center in Texas.

Does image show Epstein and 4 boys on island?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 00:41:20 UTC

Social media users discussed the alleged Epstein photo in January 2026, with one prominently claiming AI had no part in the picture's creation.

Michelle Obama didn't tell people to avoid 'white-owned' clothing brands, despite claims

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 11:01:38 UTC

In January 2026, the former first lady encouraged people to be more intentional about supporting designers of color.

Trump claims he's ended 8 wars. Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 12:01:45 UTC

While speaking to a crowd at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump asserted he had "settled" more than 8 wars.

Do ICE agents get bonuses for arrests even if people are released? Inspecting the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 13:29:50 UTC

The rumor spread following a Wall Street Journal report about ICE's actions in Minneapolis.

Do photos show Victoria Beckham's 'inappropriate' dance at son Brooklyn's wedding?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 14:02:06 UTC

Google's AI tools had a digital hand in creating the photos of the former Spice Girl doing the splits.

Claim that Earth is getting temporary 'second moon' stretches the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 16:02:25 UTC

The object dubbed Earth's "second moon" is actually a quasi-satellite that's accompanied the planet since 1957 — not a true moon.

Did Barron Trump save woman's life in London as he watched her being attacked over FaceTime?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 20:28:15 UTC

A U.K. court reportedly heard a recording of the U.S. president's youngest son telling an emergency operator he witnessed the attack.

How many immigrants in the US illegally live in Minnesota vs. Florida or Texas? Breaking down the data

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 21:15:31 UTC

Census data does not lie.

Yes, these photos show Trump hand bruise at Davos 2026

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 22:14:26 UTC

The White House and Trump attributed the January 2026 bruising to the president hitting his hand on a table, as well as a daily aspirin regimen.

Did Vance say an independent Canada would have its own currency, anthem and flag?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 22:23:29 UTC

The alleged quote spread as U.S. President Donald Trump uninvited Canada from his Gaza Board of Peace.

Trump's claim that Ilhan Omar is worth $30M requires context

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-23 23:58:11 UTC

Omar's financial disclosures list $6 million to $30 million in total household assets based on valuations of businesses owned in part by her husband.

January 24 Wikipedia featured article

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Musidora: The Bather 'At the Doubtful Breeze Alarmed' , also known as The Bather , is a name given to four nearly identical oil paintings on canvas by English artist William Etty . The paintings illustrate a scene from James Thomson 's 1727 poem Summer in which a young man accidentally sees a young woman bathing naked and is torn between his desire to look and his knowledge that he ought to look away. The scene was popular with English artists as it was one of the few legitimate pretexts to paint nudes at a time when the display and distribution of nude imagery was suppressed. Musidora was extremely well received when first exhibited and considered one of the finest works by an English artist. Etty died in 1849 and his work rapidly went out of fashion. At that time, the topic of Musidora itself became a cliche, and from the 1870s Thomson's writings faded into obscurity. Etty's Musidora is likely to have influenced The Knight Errant by John Everett Millais , but otherwise has had little effect. (Full article... ) Recently featured: 2001 Tiananmen Square self-immolation incident The First Vision Greensburg tornado Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 24

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-24 00:02:13 UTC

January 24 : Alasitas in La Paz , Bolivia; Day of the Unification of the Romanian Principalities (1859 ) The Hiten spacecraft AD 41 – Roman emperor Caligula was murdered by Cassius Chaerea and other members of the Praetorian Guard , who proclaimed Claudius to be the new emperor. 771 – Kʼakʼ Tiliw Chan Yopaat dedicated a 65-ton stele , the largest stone known to be quarried by the Maya civilization , at his city of Quiriguá . 1913 – Greek military aviators Michael Moutoussis and Aristeidis Moraitinis performed the first naval air mission in history, with a Farman MF.7 hydroplane. 1961 – A Boeing B-52 Stratofortress carrying two Mark 39 nuclear weapons broke up in mid-air near Goldsboro, North Carolina ; one bomb was recovered intact, the other disintegrated. 1990 – Japan launched the Hiten spacecraft , the first lunar probe launched by a country other than the Soviet Union or the United States. Solomon Butcher (b. 1856) Mary Lou Retton (b. 1968) Wim Umboh (d. 1996) Joseph Sonnabend (d. 2021) More anniversaries: January 23 January 24 January 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Jalen Hurts establish Renee Good Hope Scholarship Fund?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-24 00:37:53 UTC

According to the rumor, the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl MVP donated $300,000 of his own money as a way of kick-starting the special fund.

Don't believe purported RFK Jr. post about Oprah Winfrey 'overeating'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-24 14:01:41 UTC

The alleged post from the nation's health secretary criticizing the talk-show legend fooled many users online.

20 claims about videos and images related to ICE, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-24 19:01:46 UTC

With ICE making its presence known across the country, purported videos and images of the agency's alleged activities spread rapidly online.

January 25 Wikipedia featured article

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General Earl Van Dorn and other ships at the Battle of Plum Point Bend CSS General Earl Van Dorn was a cottonclad warship used by the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War . Purchased for Confederate service in New Orleans in early 1862 to serve with the River Defense Fleet , she was converted into a cottonclad warship by installing an iron-covered framework of timbers on her bow that served as a ram , and protecting her machinery with timber bulkheads packed with cotton. A sidewheel steamer , she was 182 feet (55 m) long and was armed with a single 32-pounder cannon on the bow. Initially assigned to defend the Mississippi River , she arrived at Memphis, Tennessee , in April 1862. On May 10, she fought with the River Defense Fleet against the Union navy in the Battle of Plum Point Bend (pictured) , where she rammed and sank USS Mound City . After withdrawing up the Yazoo River to Liverpool Landing, Mississippi , General Earl Van Dorn , along with two other warships, was burnt to prevent her capture by approaching Union vessels. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Musidora: The Bather 'At the Doubtful Breeze Alarmed' 2001 Tiananmen Square self-immolation incident The First Vision Archive By email More featured articles About

Did Denmark sell 'Epstein island' to the US in 1917?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 00:01:07 UTC

In early 2026, President Donald Trump pushed for a U.S. takeover of Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark.

On this day: January 25

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 00:02:13 UTC

January 25 : Feast day of Saint Gregory of Nazianzus (Eastern Christianity ), and of Dwynwen in Wales; Tatiana Day in Russia Anne Boleyn 1533 – Anne Boleyn (depicted) , already pregnant with the future Elizabeth I , secretly married Henry VIII of England in the second of his six marriages . 1971 – Idi Amin seized power from Ugandan president Milton Obote in a coup d'état , beginning eight years of military rule . 1995 – A team of Norwegian and American scientists launched a Black Brant XII sounding rocket, which was mistaken by Russian forces for a Trident missile. 2006 – Three independent observing campaigns announced the discovery of OGLE-2005-BLG-390Lb , a super-Earth 21,500 ± 3,300 light-years away from Earth near the center of the Milky Way . 2011 – Arab Spring : The Egyptian revolution began with protests on the "Day of Anger", eventually leading to the removal of President Hosni Mubarak after nearly 30 years of rule. John Fisher, 1st Baron Fisher (b. 1841) John Doubleday (d. 1856) Adele Astaire (d. 1981) Rio Waida (b. 2000) More anniversaries: January 24 January 25 January 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did former special counsel Jack Smith release all his files on Trump? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 03:01:45 UTC

The claim was shared on social media — but not by reliable news outlets.

Climber Alex Honnold scales Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 09:42:32 UTC

American climber Alex Honnold ascended one of the world's tallest buildings on Sunday without a rope or protective equipment. Rock climber Alex Honnold, of the U.S., performs a free solo climb of the Taipei 101 skyscraper in Taipei, Taiwan, Sunday, Jan. 25. 2026. (AP Photo/Chiang Ying-ying)

Would the SAVE Act require a birth certificate to vote and prevent married women from voting? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 14:00:49 UTC

Republicans renewed calls to pass the sweeping voting reform legislation in January 2026.

16 rumors involving Denmark, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-25 19:02:24 UTC

The catalog of claims we’ve unpacked about Denmark grew in January 2026 as Trump’s plan to acquire Greenland made headlines.

Posts claim man once jumped into LA's tar pits to save dog. They're misleading

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 00:01:20 UTC

In June 1951, a man really did jump into the La Brea Tar Pits in an attempt to rescue a dog. This alleged photo of him is miscaptioned.

On this day: January 26

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January 26 : Australia Day ; Laba Festival in China (2026); Republic Day in India Photograph of a television picture of Hutchinson 1841 – Commodore Gordon Bremer took formal possession of Hong Kong Island for the United Kingdom at Possession Point . 1926 – Oliver Hutchinson (pictured) appeared on television in inventor John Logie Baird 's first successful demonstration of using the technology to show humans. 1972 – JAT Flight 367 exploded in mid-air over Czechoslovakia; the only survivor of the 28 on board, flight attendant Vesna Vulović , fell 10,160 m (33,330 ft), setting the record for surviving the highest fall without a parachute. 1991 – Somali Rebellion : Factions led by the warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid and his rebel group, the United Somali Congress , ousted President Siad Barre . 2001 – An earthquake in the Indian state of Gujarat killed at least 13,000 people, injured 167,000 others and destroyed nearly 400,000 homes. Lady Katherine Grey (d. 1568) Bessie Coleman (b. 1892) Olga Tufnell (b. 1905) Jeanne Hébuterne (d. 1920) More anniversaries: January 25 January 26 January 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

January 26 Wikipedia featured article

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Louis Leblanc (born January 26, 1991) is a former professional ice hockey player. A centre , Leblanc played minor hockey in the Montreal region before playing one season with the Omaha Lancers and becoming Rookie of the Year. At the 2009 NHL entry draft , he was selected 18th overall by the Montreal Canadiens . He then spent one season with Harvard Crimson , being named Ivy League rookie of the year, before signing a contract with the Canadiens in 2010. Later that year, Leblanc joined the Montreal Juniors . He spent three seasons with the Canadiens, mainly playing for their American Hockey League affiliate, before being traded in 2014 to the Anaheim Ducks , who kept him in the AHL. In 2015, Leblanc moved to Europe, joining HC Slovan Bratislava , playing seven games before being released. He appeared in four games for Lausanne HC , then retired from hockey. Internationally, Leblanc played in the 2008 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament and the 2011 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships . (Full article... ) Recently featured: CSS General Earl Van Dorn Musidora: The Bather 'At the Doubtful Breeze Alarmed' 2001 Tiananmen Square self-immolation incident Archive By email More featured articles About

Spoiler alert: Masked man is not time traveler 'stuck in 2055'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 03:02:04 UTC

Contrary to a post that claimed "no one can debunk his videos," the creator of said clips debunked them just fine.

Did Trump once say US and Italy have been allies 'since the time of Ancient Rome'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 11:02:14 UTC

The rumor stemmed from remarks Trump made during a 2019 appearance with Italian President Sergio Mattarella.

Video claims to show hostage situation in broad daylight. Here's the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 12:02:34 UTC

Many online assumed the video was AI-generated, but it showed a real event that took place in a public demonstration by Brazil's military police.

15 claims we've examined about ICE agent's killing of Renee Good

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 14:02:13 UTC

ICE agent Jonathan Ross' fatal shooting of Minneapolis resident Renee Good sparked numerous rumors and falsehoods online.

Don't panic if you see 'new Covid health advisory' message spreading online

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 16:02:09 UTC

Much of the message's information was misleading about a real variant of the virus that causes COVID-19.

Fake Trump post claiming only criminals carry guns on 'our streets' spreads online after Alex Pretti shooting

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 20:17:32 UTC

People online shared the exact same screenshot of the alleged post, a clear indication it was a fabrication.

A new Pope and the Super Bowl seem to be going hand-in-hand

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 21:52:37 UTC

EVERY TIME THIS CENTURY that the Catholic Church has elected a new pope, the Seahawks have made it to the Super Bowl.

Did DHS post stock photo claiming it was Alex Pretti's gun? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-26 23:37:10 UTC

On X, the Department of Homeland Security posted a photo of a gun it said Pretti carried when he approached federal agents in Minneapolis.

January 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Market square of Dęblin during the German occupation Thousands of Jews lived in the towns of Dęblin and Irena in central Poland before World War II. In September 1939, the town was captured in the German invasion of Poland and the persecution of Jews began with drafts into forced labor and the start of a Judenrat . An open ghetto was made in Irena and its inhabitants worked on labor projects for Dęblin Fortress , the railway, and the Luftwaffe . Beginning in May 1941, Jews were sent to labor camps around Dęblin from the Opole and Warsaw ghettos . Conditions in the ghetto worsened due to epidemics of typhus and dysentery . The first deportation was on 6 May 1942 and took around 2,500 Jews to the Sobibór extermination camp . A week later, two thousand Jews arrived from Slovakia and hundreds more from nearby ghettos. In October, the Irena ghetto was liquidated; about 2,500 Jews were deported to the Treblinka extermination camp while some 1,400 Jews were retained as inmates of forced-labor camps. On 27 July 1944, the camp was liberated by the Red Army . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Louis Leblanc CSS General Earl Van Dorn Musidora: The Bather 'At the Doubtful Breeze Alarmed' Archive By email More featured articles About

'Where's the gun?': Video shows federal officer looking for weapon after Alex Pretti shooting

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 00:02:14 UTC

The video shows a federal officer searching Pretti's body after shots were fired, believing he still had a gun.

On this day: January 27

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 00:04:13 UTC

January 27 Star chart of Ursa Minor 1343 – Clement VI issued the papal bull Unigenitus , justifying the power of the pope and the use of indulgences . 1726 – J. S. Bach led the first performance of Alles nur nach Gottes Willen , BWV 72 , concluding his third Christmas season in Leipzig on the Third Sunday after Epiphany . 1785 – The University of Georgia , the oldest state-chartered public university in the United States , was founded. 1996 – Mahamane Ousmane , the first democratically elected president of Niger , was deposed by Colonel Ibrahim Baré Maïnassara in a military coup d'état . 2011 – Astronomers documented H1504+65 , a white dwarf in Ursa Minor (chart pictured) with the hottest surface temperature known at the time, at 200,000 kelvins (360,000 °F). Johann Nikolaus von Hontheim (b. 1701) Sasaki Tōichi (b. 1886) Giuseppe Verdi (d. 1901) Victoria Ocampo (d. 1979) More anniversaries: January 26 January 27 January 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

AI-enhanced image of Alex Pretti's shooting circulates online

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 01:01:14 UTC

Federal agents in Minneapolis fatally shot the 37-year-old nurse on Jan. 24, 2026.

Was Tom Homan Obama's 'ICE chief' who received award for deportations? We inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 11:01:27 UTC

Homan held senior leadership roles at ICE while Obama was president, but he served as the agency's director only under Trump.

Avalanche of fake snow images from Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula hits social media

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 12:01:32 UTC

Real photos of the January 2026 snowstorm in Kamchatka's capital were dramatic, but some images of apartments buried in snow were stone-cold lies.

Unpacking claim Wisconsin man died from asthma attack because he paid rent instead of buying inhaler

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 14:00:44 UTC

The man's family later sued OptumRx and Walgreens, claiming they didn't offer alternatives after his regular inhaler's price increased dramatically.

Did Cher curse Trump in 2016, saying he awakened 'bigotry and distrust' in America?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 16:01:18 UTC

The singer and actor allegedly had a few choice words to say about the U.S. president.

Minnesota law lets licensed gun owners carry loaded firearms at protests, despite Trump officials' claims

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 17:53:12 UTC

Claims about gun rights laws in Minnesota circulated after Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti died at the hands of Border Patrol agents on Jan. 24, 2026.

Is Evan Kilgore the Border Patrol agent who killed Alex Pretti? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 21:10:00 UTC

Kilgore provided Snopes with documentation showing he couldn't have been the Border Patrol agent who shot Pretti.

Look out for this photo claiming to show Alex Pretti dressed in drag

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-27 22:50:48 UTC

Federal agents fatally shot Pretti in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, 2026.

On this day: January 28

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 00:04:15 UTC

January 28 Explosion of Challenger 1521 – Charles V and the estates of the Holy Roman Empire met at the Diet of Worms to discuss Martin Luther and the effects of the Protestant Reformation . 1958 – The Lego Group , a Danish toy company, filed a patent in Denmark for the design of Lego bricks. 1961 – In Gitarama , Rwanda, local officials and other government officials initiated a coup to overthrow the monarchy in Rwanda and establish a republic. 1981 – U.S. president Ronald Reagan lifted price controls from petroleum products, contributing to the 1980s oil glut . 1986 – The Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds into its tenth mission (video featured) , killing all seven crew members. George S. Boutwell (b. 1818) Howard Wing (b. 1916) Roza Shanina (d. 1945) Elijah Wood (b. 1981) More anniversaries: January 27 January 28 January 29 Archive By email List of days of the year About

January 28 Wikipedia featured article

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Cover of the first issue The Ladies' Journal was the longest-lasting and widest-circulating Chinese women's magazine during the Republican period . Published from 1915 to 1931 by the Commercial Press , it initially focused on domestic issues and short stories of the Mandarin Ducks and Butterflies school of romantic fiction. Following criticism over the journal's stances, Shen Yanbing (Mao Dun ) was hired as editor in 1920. Shen left later that year, and Zhang Xichen replaced him as editor. While lacking prior interest in women's issues, he became a dedicated liberal feminist and recruited like-minded writers such as his assistant Zhou Jianren . A controversial 1925 special issue on the "new sexual morality" alongside political disagreements with the Commercial Press led to their removal as editors. The journal returned to a domestic focus. Already struggling due to decreased advertiser investment, the journal was cancelled after its headquarters were destroyed in a month-long battle between Chinese and Japanese forces . (Full article... ) Recently featured: History of the Jews in Dęblin and Irena during World War II Louis Leblanc CSS General Earl Van Dorn Archive By email More featured articles About

Does this video show Alex Pretti recieving 'honor walk' at Minneapolis VA hospital he worked at?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 00:16:58 UTC

Some internet users said the video, which spread widely after Pretti's death, showed medical staff honoring a patient during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Don't fall for Trump post claiming he's 'proud' of his 'ICE boys'

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 11:01:48 UTC

The fictional post spread online after federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, 2026.

Are Wimbledon tennis balls repurposed as homes for threatened harvest mice?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 12:02:29 UTC

Harvest mice are Britain's smallest rodent, and tennis balls with holes can serve as shelters for them.

Does TikTok's new terms of service allow app to track sensitive info like immigration status?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 14:02:21 UTC

A review of the app's former privacy policy revealed it has tracked this information for a while.

25 claims about Minnesota's immigration crackdown, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 16:02:22 UTC

There's been a wave of misinformation surrounding the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, as well as federal agents' arrests.

'You can't have guns': What Trump said after Alex Pretti's killing

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 22:51:43 UTC

The U.S. president was responding to a question from a reporter who asked if he thought Pretti had been "acting as an assassin in Minneapolis."

Was Alex Pretti fired from nursing job for misconduct? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-28 23:14:03 UTC

After Pretti was fatally shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents, his family and friends said he became the target of a smear campaign.

January 29 Wikipedia featured article

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Opifex fuscus is a species of mosquito that is endemic to New Zealand. They occur along the coast, where their larvae live in rock pools within the spray zone . To survive in this habitat, the larvae are able to tolerate a wide range of water salt concentrations . The larvae feed on algae and decomposing matter. They also have mouthparts that specialise towards either filter feeding or grazing , depending on what food sources are available to them. As adults the females feed on the blood of birds and humans. They have an unusual mating system where the males wait on the surface of the rock pools and mate with female pupae before they have matured into adults. They are widespread throughout the rocky coasts of New Zealand but have been displaced from the Otago region by the introduced species Aedes australis . The larvae are also known to be infected by the fungus Coelomomyces psorophorae , which uses copepods as intermediate hosts . (Full article... ) Recently featured: The Ladies' Journal History of the Jews in Dęblin and Irena during World War II Louis Leblanc Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 29

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January 29 : Kansas Day in Kansas , United States "The Raven" illustration by John Tenniel 1845 – American poet Edgar Allan Poe 's "The Raven " appeared in The Evening Mirror as the newspaper's first publication attributed to Poe. 1856 – Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Cross , originally to recognise acts of valour by British military personnel during the Crimean War . 1891 – Liliʻuokalani , the last monarch and only queen regnant of the Hawaiian Kingdom , ascended the throne. 1911 – Mexican Revolution : The Magonista rebellion began when Mexican Liberal Party troops captured the town of Mexicali . 1991 – The first major ground engagement of the Gulf War began with the Iraqi invasion of Khafji , Saudi Arabia, recaptured three days later by Coalition forces. Albert Gallatin (b. 1761) Józefa Joteyko (b. 1866) Elin Rombo (b. 1976) Jean-Marie Doré (d. 2016) More anniversaries: January 28 January 29 January 30 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Don't believe rumor about 'Operation Iron North' cartel member arrests in Minneapolis

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 00:39:56 UTC

According to online posts, ICE, the FBI and the DEA collaborated on the mission, arresting more than 5,000 cartel members.

Did Trump email supporters asking if they were American citizens or if ICE needed to track them down?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 00:43:04 UTC

A fundraising email from the president's leadership PAC asked recipients to take a survey confirming their citizenship.

Container ship in Port of Tacoma raises questions about rumored Renee Good tribute

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 11:02:42 UTC

A photo appeared to show a ship in Tacoma's port loaded with red and green containers spelling "renee."

Digging into false claim FBI, ICE uncovered 'drug tunnel' under Somali attorneys' Minneapolis mansion

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 12:01:49 UTC

Posts claimed federal agents seized 2.64 tons of narcotics and $18.7 million in cash and arrested 96 suspects in a six-hour raid.

Charlie Kirk once said 2nd Amendment is for citizens to 'defend themselves' against tyrannical government

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 14:02:04 UTC

Kirk's 2018 post about the Second Amendment resurfaced following the fatal shootings of citizens at the hands of federal agents in 2026.

Did Trump compare EU-India trade deal to 'high school science project'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 16:02:23 UTC

The claim spread online as the European Union and India reached “the mother of all deals” after nearly two decades of negotiations.

Real videos show confrontation between Alex Pretti and federal officers days before his death

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 18:36:02 UTC

Pretti's family has confirmed the authenticity of the footage, which allegedly shows him kicking a vehicle being driven by federal agents.

Minnesota authorities used LRAD sound weapon on anti-ICE protesters. But that's not the full story

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 19:11:01 UTC

In extreme cases, sonic weapons can cause nausea, dizziness, and even permanent damage. In this case, officials used it to declare unlawful assembly.

Beware supposed Trump post claiming 'Melania' movie will be mandatory viewing in history classes

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 20:17:46 UTC

"Any universities that REFUSE to teach this MASTERPIECE will unfortunately see their funding DISAPPEAR," Trump allegedly wrote.

Grounding rumor Variety published 'Melania' movie review saying people would walk out if shown on plane

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-29 23:52:10 UTC

There were no published reviews prior to the film's official release on Jan. 30, 2026.

January 30 Wikipedia featured article

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Bowie in 1972 as Ziggy Stardust "Life on Mars? " is a song by the English musician David Bowie (pictured) , first released on his 1971 album Hunky Dory . Conceived as a parody of Frank Sinatra 's "My Way ", "Life on Mars?" was recorded in August 1971 at Trident Studios in London, and was co-produced by Bowie and Ken Scott . The track features piano by the keyboardist Rick Wakeman and a string arrangement by the guitarist Mick Ronson . "Life on Mars?" is primarily a glam rock ballad, with elements of cabaret and art rock . The lyrics are about a girl who goes to a cinema to escape reality, and include surreal images that reflect optimism and the effects of Hollywood . In June 1973, at the height of Bowie's fame as Ziggy Stardust , RCA Records issued "Life on Mars?" as a single in the United Kingdom, where it peaked at number three. Bowie frequently performed "Life on Mars?" during his concerts, and the track has appeared on numerous compilation albums . Commentators generally consider "Life on Mars?" to be one of Bowie's finest songs. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Opifex fuscus The Ladies' Journal History of the Jews in Dęblin and Irena during World War II Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 30

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January 30 : Martyrs' Day in India (1948 ) Mahatma Gandhi 1661 – Two years after his death, Oliver Cromwell 's remains were exhumed for a posthumous execution and his head was placed on a spike above Westminster Hall in London, where it remained until 1685. 1948 – Nathuram Godse fatally shot Mahatma Gandhi (pictured) , the political and spiritual leader of India and the Indian independence movement , at Birla House in Delhi . 1968 – Vietnam War : Forces of the Viet Cong and the Vietnamese People's Army launched the Tet Offensive to strike military and civilian command and control centers throughout South Vietnam . 1979 – Varig Flight 967 disappeared shortly after takeoff from Tokyo's Narita International Airport en route to Rio de Janeiro. 2013 – The Korea Aerospace Research Institute launched Naro-1 , South Korea's first carrier rocket and their first launch vehicle to achieve Earth orbit. Everard Digby (d. 1606) Angela of the Cross (b. 1846) Rudolf Caracciola (b. 1901) John Bardeen (d. 1991) More anniversaries: January 29 January 30 January 31 Archive By email List of days of the year About

MS NOW shared AI-manipulated Alex Pretti photo on TV, website and YouTube. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 01:16:18 UTC

The network formerly known as MSNBC featured the AI-altered picture on TV and online as part of host Nicole Wallace's show, "Deadline: White House."

Posts claim this image shows Alex Pretti helping 2 disabled veterans. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 11:02:32 UTC

Users discussed an image allegedly depicting slain Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti assisting two disabled veterans during a physical therapy session.

Congress didn't approve 'kill switch' law allowing government to shut off your car remotely. Here's context

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 12:02:20 UTC

The actual legislation requires automakers to install technology aimed at preventing drunken driving.

Analyzing claim ICE can use Ring doorbells as mass surveillance tools

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 14:01:45 UTC

Online rumors assert that Ring's partnership with Flock, which manages systems used by law enforcement, allow ICE access to Ring videos.

10 claims about Trump's 'border czar' Tom Homan we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 16:01:58 UTC

We dug through our archives after Trump dispatched Homan to Minneapolis to oversee the administration's self-described immigration crackdown there.

Did Anthony Edwards donate $514K game check to ICE?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 19:01:04 UTC

There's no record of the Minnesota Timberwolves star announcing such a donation to ICE.

Look out for image claiming to show Ilhan Omar with suspected attacker

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 19:22:08 UTC

The image was created, in part, using a photo from the suspect's Facebook page.

Old Trump post about Putin call spreads online after Russian strike on Ukrainian train

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 19:49:45 UTC

Trump posted, deleted and reposted a message about a call with the Russian leader in June 2025.

Does this image prove attack on Ilhan Omar was staged? We inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 20:17:30 UTC

The earliest version of the image supposedly showing Omar and her alleged attacker appeared on an X account labeled as parody.

Did Michael Jordan say he doesn't know why anyone would vote for Democrats?

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 21:47:25 UTC

Social media posts claimed Jordan accused Democrats of only wanting to "protest and riot."

Did 'Melania' movie sell only 1 England premiere ticket? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 22:00:17 UTC

By premiere day, cinemas in London and Birmingham had sold more than one ticket to at least one of their "Melania" showings.

Craigslist ad offered people $50 to see 'Melania' movie in Boston. Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-30 23:26:39 UTC

While the ad genuinely appeared on Craigslist, Snopes could not determine who was behind it or whether it was legitimate.

January 31 Wikipedia featured article

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The Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice is a 12-story office building in East Midtown Manhattan in New York City , United States. Completed in 1967, it was designed in the late modernist style by architect Kevin Roche and engineering partner John Dinkeloo of Roche-Dinkeloo . The building was commissioned as the headquarters of the Ford Foundation , the largest private foundation in the United States at the time. It is a glass-and-steel cube held up by piers made of concrete and clad with Dakota granite . Dan Kiley was the landscape architect for the large public atrium inside, the first such space in an office building in Manhattan . The building has received critical acclaim for its design following both completion and renovation, and the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission has designated the building and its atrium as city landmarks. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Life on Mars? " Opifex fuscus The Ladies' Journal Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: January 31

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January 31 : Independence Day in Nauru (1968 ) Damage caused by the Pemex explosion 1578 – Eighty Years' War : Spanish forces won a crushing victory at the Battle of Gembloux , threatening the States General of the Netherlands and contributing to its move from Brussels to Antwerp . 1747 – The London Lock Hospital , the first voluntary hospital specialising in the treatment of venereal diseases , opened. 1961 – Aboard NASA 's Mercury-Redstone 2 , the chimpanzee Ham became the first hominid to be launched into outer space. 1988 – Doug Williams became the first African-American quarterback to play in the Super Bowl , leading the Washington Redskins to victory in Super Bowl XXII . 2013 – A gas leak underneath the Pemex Executive Tower in Mexico City caused an explosion (aftermath pictured) that killed at least 37 people and injured another 121. Zina D. H. Young (b. 1821) Eric Burhop (b. 1911) Justin Timberlake (b. 1981) George Koval (d. 2006) More anniversaries: January 30 January 31 February 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Don Lemon was arrested. This statement from his attorney is real

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-31 00:30:26 UTC

Lemon, an independent journalist and former CNN anchor, was arrested alongside independent journalist Georgia Fort and two others.

Springsteen's 'Streets of Minneapolis' was No. 1 on iTunes in at least 19 countries. Here's what that means

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-31 00:57:52 UTC

The charts rapidly change, but data aggregatation sites showed "Streets of Minneapolis" was the most-downloaded song in countries across the world.

This photo of Trump and Putin is hanging in the White House

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-31 14:02:35 UTC

The photo of the two leaders appeared above a photo of the U.S. president with his granddaughter.

13 rumors about Alex Pretti we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-01-31 19:02:07 UTC

We've deciphered the truth behind claims about his death at the hands of Border Patrol agents and the federal government's response.

Video of Minneapolis anti-ICE protester with injured hand is real, but cause of injury is unclear

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 00:01:42 UTC

According to some on social media, the individual was hurt by a less-than-lethal round fired by federal officers.

February 1 Wikipedia featured article

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Bust of Scipio The siege of Utica took place from 204 to 201 BC when a Roman army under Publius Cornelius Scipio (bust pictured) attempted to seize the port city to use as a secure base from which to defeat the Carthaginian Empire in its North African homeland. This was part of the Second Punic War , fought between Carthage and Rome for 17 years from 218 BC. In 205 BC Scipio, the Romans' most successful general, was assigned to Sicily with the intention of invading North Africa . Scipio's army landed there in 204 BC, pillaged a large area and laid siege to Utica . Scipio expected the city to surrender readily, but despite being attacked fiercely from land and sea it held out. Meanwhile the Romans won the battle of Utica outside the city followed by victory in three further major pitched battles . After the last of these the Carthaginians sued for peace and accepted the harsh terms imposed by the Romans in 201 BC. (This article is part of a featured topic : Roman invasion of Africa (204–201 BC) .) Recently featured: Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice "Life on Mars? " Opifex fuscus Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 1

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 00:05:26 UTC

February 1 : Imbolc / Saint Brigid's Day in Ireland; National Freedom Day in the United States; Black History Month begins in the United States Medvėgalis hillfort in 2010 1329 – The Teutonic Knights successfully besieged the hillfort of Medvėgalis (pictured) in Samogitia , Lithuania, and baptised the defenders in the Catholic rite. 1884 – The first fascicle of the Oxford English Dictionary , a 352-page volume that covered words from A to ant , was published. 1978 – After having served 42 days in prison for the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl , Polish film director Roman Polanski fled the United States before the formal sentencing hearing. 2001 – The Timor-Leste Defence Force was established from the erstwhile anti-Indonesian independence movement Falintil . 2004 – During the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII , Janet Jackson 's breast was exposed by Justin Timberlake in what was later referred to as a "wardrobe malfunction ", resulting in an immediate crackdown and widespread debate on perceived indecency in U.S. broadcasting. Francesco Maria Veracini (b. 1690) Thomas Campbell (b. 1763) George Whipple (d. 1976) Sheila Heaney (d. 1991) More anniversaries: January 31 February 1 February 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Jason Kelce establish Renee Good Hope Scholarship Fund?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 03:02:16 UTC

According to the rumor, the former Philadelphia Eagles center committed to donating $300,000 to kick off the special fund.

Boxer loses hairpiece in the ring and blames mother's shampoo

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 13:15:30 UTC

American boxer Jarrell Miller won his heavyweight bout in New York by a hair's breadth on Saturday - but lost his wig when the toupee started to came away. Jarrell Miller reacts to his toupee falling off in the heavyweight bout. Pic: Getty

Was Ilhan Omar's suspected attacker on her 'payroll,' as CBS allegedly reported? Don't be fooled

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 14:02:03 UTC

The claim originated from a social media account known to concoct outright false or misleading headlines.

Obama's immigration policies: 9 claims we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-01 19:02:34 UTC

Since the start of Trump's first presidential term in 2017, people have pitted his policies on immigration against Obama's.

On this day: February 2

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 00:01:40 UTC

February 2 Excerpt of the Breviary of Alaric 506 – Alaric II , King of the Visigoths , promulgated a collection of Roman law known as the Breviary of Alaric (excerpt pictured) . 1438 – Nine leaders of the Transylvanian peasant revolt were executed in Torda . 1659 – Jan van Riebeeck , the founder of Cape Town , produced the first bottle of South African wine . 1963 – Cold War in Asia : 113 alleged communists were arrested and detained without trial by Singapore's security agencies . 2009 – Omid , Iran's first domestically made satellite , was launched from Semnan Space Center . Piotr Skarga (b. 1536) Alix Le Clerc (b. 1576) Vincenzo Dimech (d. 1831) Abu Salman Shahjahanpuri (d. 2021) More anniversaries: February 1 February 2 February 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Millions more immigrants without legal status live in Texas or Florida than in Minnesota, data shows

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 00:01:41 UTC

While it's difficult to provide an accurate population count, Census data offers a credible estimate.

February 2 Wikipedia featured article

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Ice-filled summit crater of Mount Edziza Mount Edziza is a volcanic mountain in Cassiar Land District in northwestern British Columbia , Canada. It is located on the Big Raven Plateau of the Tahltan Highland , which extends along the western side of the Stikine Plateau . Mount Edziza has an elevation of 2,786 metres (9,140 feet), making it the highest point of the Mount Edziza volcanic complex and one of the highest volcanoes in Canada. However, it had an elevation of at least 3,396 m (11,142 ft) before its formerly cone-shaped summit was likely destroyed by a violent eruption in the geologic past; its current flat summit contains an ice-filled crater (pictured) 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) in diameter. Mount Edziza contains several lava domes , cinder cones and lava fields on its flanks, as well as an ice cap containing several outlet glaciers that extend to lower elevations. All sides of the mountain are drained by tributaries of Mess Creek and Kakiddi Creek , which are situated within the Stikine River watershed. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Siege of Utica Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice "Life on Mars? " Archive By email More featured articles About

Do these videos show alligators nabbing rotisserie chickens at Walmart stores in Florida?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 03:02:12 UTC

Several versions of the same story originated from a page that said it creates "America's favorite AI videos."

Yes, investigation claimed at least 1,200 detainees 'dropped off the grid' from 'Alligator Alcatraz'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 11:01:50 UTC

The claim is not new — the Miami Herald published its findings in summer 2025.

Video of white dragon in China is AI-generated fantasy

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 12:02:02 UTC

Social media users have long shared images and videos said to show the fictional creatures.

Beware claim LA gangs called truce to protect immigrants from ICE

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 14:01:50 UTC

Some readers seemed to interpret this fictional story about street gangs in Los Angeles as a factual recounting of real events.

Why women in Allied countries wore red lipstick to protest Hitler during WWII

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 16:02:21 UTC

Historical evidence shows the Nazi ideal of femininity was clean faces.

Don't fall for this photo of Trump, Epstein, young female and children

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 21:21:50 UTC

The photo spread online as the Department of Justice said it released more than 3 million files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Did anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis smash car windows? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-02 23:56:34 UTC

The clip spread as alleged evidence of protesters committing property damage. That wasn't the case.

February 3 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 00:01:07 UTC

Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz (3 February 1721 – 8 November 1773) was a Prussian officer , lieutenant general , and among the greatest of the Prussian cavalry generals. He commanded one of the first hussar squadrons of Frederick the Great 's army and is credited with the development of the Prussian cavalry to its efficient level of performance in the Seven Years' War . His cavalryman father retired and then died while Seydlitz was still young. Subsequently, he was mentored by Frederick William, Margrave of Brandenburg-Schwedt . Seydlitz's superb horsemanship and his recklessness combined to make him a stand-out subaltern , and he emerged as a redoubtable Rittmeister (cavalry captain) in the War of the Austrian Succession (1740–1748) during the First and Second Silesian Wars . Seydlitz became legendary throughout the Prussian Army both for his leadership and for his reckless courage. During the Seven Years' War, he gained renown for his ability to assess an entire battlefield quickly. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Mount Edziza Siege of Utica Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 3

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 00:02:07 UTC

February 3 : Feast day of Saint Laurence of Canterbury (Western Christianity); Four Chaplains' Day in the United States (1943 ) Painting of the Battle of San Lorenzo 1266 – Mudéjar revolt : King James I of Aragon entered the formerly Muslim-held city of Murcia following its surrender three days earlier. 1813 – Argentine War of Independence : José de San Martín and the Mounted Grenadiers Regiment defeated Spanish royalist forces in the Battle of San Lorenzo (depicted) . 1941 – World War II : Free French and British forces began the Battle of Keren to capture the strategic town of Keren in Italian East Africa . 1986 – Steve Jobs purchased Pixar from Lucasfilm and launched it as an independent computer-animation studio. 2006 – Al-Qaeda insurgency in Yemen : 23 convicts, including several militants associated with al-Qaeda escaped from a prison administered by the political Security Organization in Sanaa , Yemen. Coloman, King of Hungary (d. 1116) Horace Greeley (b. 1811) Simone Weil (b. 1909) Henri Claireaux (b. 1911) More anniversaries: February 2 February 3 February 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis smash car windows? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 00:27:00 UTC

The clip spread as alleged evidence of protesters committing property damage. That wasn't the case.

Did Trump poop himself during executive order signing? Rumor isn't backed up by credible evidence

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 00:30:01 UTC

Rumors suggested attendees of a news conference visibly reacted to the U.S. president audibly defecating.

Are Black Panthers protesting in 2026? Look out for these misleading images

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 11:01:57 UTC

We pieced together AI-generated, doctored, outdated or misrepresented images claiming to document a resurgence of the dissolved Black Panther Party.

2024 video authentically shows Alex Pretti honoring veteran who had just died

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 12:01:33 UTC

Pretti died at the hands of U.S. Border Patrol agents on Jan. 24, 2026.

Did Craigslist ad offer people $50 to see 'Melania' documentary? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 14:02:18 UTC

The ad exists, but it's unknown whether it's a genuine offer or a joke.

Is Erika Kirk pregnant with 3rd child? There's still no evidence

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 16:02:29 UTC

Ever since the death of her husband, Charlie Kirk, social media users have repeatedly spread the baseless claim.

Beware image showing Mamdani and his mom with Epstein, Clinton, Gates, Bezos

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 17:28:27 UTC

Although Mamdani's mother attended an afterparty at Ghislaine Maxwell's house for a film she directed, the image with Mamdani was entirely fake.

Masked men steal statue of local hero boxer using three-wheel bike and hi-vis jacket

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 18:11:12 UTC

A bronze statue of a boxer, known as "The Pride of Poplar", has been stolen from a park in east London. Pic: Met Police

How we know alleged anti-ICE protest didn't take place at The Portland Montessori School

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 21:53:00 UTC

The footage actually shows a different Montessori school in Portland. It's unknown what the students in the video are doing.

A San Francisco coyote makes a great escape to Alcatraz

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 22:08:26 UTC

A coyote was spotted swimming to Alcatraz and now appears to be thriving. Ecologist Christopher Schell at the University of California Berkeley has been following this saga.

Did the school of Liam Ramos, 5-year-old detained by ICE in Minnesota, close because of bomb threat?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 22:49:26 UTC

The bomb threat that shut down Columbia Heights Public Schools for a day came as Liam returned home after a judge ordered his release.

Epstein emails claimed Bill Gates got STD after 'sex with Russian girls'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 23:17:41 UTC

Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates were mentioned in Epstein emails dated July 2013.

Don't fall for this image of Epstein with Nigel Farage

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-03 23:54:57 UTC

The image circulated following the U.S. Department of Justice's release of over 3 million files related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

February 4 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 00:01:06 UTC

Rosa Parks (February 4, 1913 – October 24, 2005) was an American civil rights movement activist best known for her refusal to move from her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama , in defiance of Jim Crow racial-segregation laws . When Parks was arrested in 1955, local leaders were searching for a person who would be a good legal test case against segregation. She was deemed a suitable candidate, and the Women's Political Council (WPC) organized a one-day bus boycott on the day of her trial. After Parks was found guilty of violating state law, the boycott was extended indefinitely, lasting for 381 days and finally concluding after segregation on buses was deemed unconstitutional in the court case Browder v. Gayle . Parks received many awards and honors, both throughout her life and posthumously. She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom , a Congressional Gold Medal , and was also the first Black American to be memorialized in the National Statuary Hall . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz Mount Edziza Siege of Utica Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 4

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 00:03:36 UTC

February 4 : Lichun begins in East Asia (2026); World Cancer Day ; National Girls and Women in Sports Day in the United States; Rosa Parks Day in some parts of the United States London low emission zone sign 1801 – John Marshall , whose court opinions helped lay the basis for U.S. constitutional law and made the Supreme Court a coequal branch of government , took office as chief justice . 1859 – Constantin von Tischendorf rediscovered the Codex Sinaiticus , a 4th-century great uncial codex of the Bible in Greek, in Saint Catherine's Monastery , Egypt. 1974 – The Troubles : The Provisional Irish Republican Army bombed a motor coach carrying off-duty British Armed Forces personnel and their family members, killing twelve people. 1998 – An earthquake registering 5.9 MW struck northern Afghanistan, triggering landslides that killed over 2,300 people and destroyed around 15,000 homes. 2008 – The London low emission zone (sign pictured) , governing what types of vehicles may enter Greater London , came into operation. Rabanus Maurus (d. 856) Anders Bure (d. 1831) Karen Carpenter (d. 1983) Hy Cohen (d. 2021) More anniversaries: February 3 February 4 February 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Contextualizing claim Indiana HB 119 would have allowed death row gas chambers, firing squad if passed

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 11:02:22 UTC

A bill introduced in early 2026 would've authorized executions by suffocation via nitrogen gas.

Did Morgan Wallen donate $514K to ICE? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 12:01:54 UTC

The claim spread through unreliable social media posts, not trustworthy news outlets.

Does this image show Epstein with Island Boys hip-hop duo? Don't be fooled

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 14:02:10 UTC

The image allegedly showed convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein posing for a photo on a beach with his arms around two young boys.

Did Pete Hegseth remove Colin Powell's name from Arlington Cemetery website? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 16:01:37 UTC

Online users claimed Hegseth, the secretary of defense, ordered the removal of Powell's name from a list of notable Americans.

DOJ briefly published Epstein document with unsubstantiated claim that Trump hosted 'calendar girl' parties

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 19:14:23 UTC

The child sex abuse allegations against Trump stemmed from an unverified, anonymous message to the FBI.

Did Epstein files include Lionel Messi and Sergio Agüero shirtless photo?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 19:34:20 UTC

Users shared the alleged photo of the Argentine soccer stars, claiming U.S. authorities released it among files related to the late sex offender.

Was Minneapolis officially nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 22:48:02 UTC

The Nation, a progressive magazine, formally nominated the city for its residents' resistance to President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

Epstein files mention cannibalism, 'ritualistic sacrifice.' That's not the full story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-04 22:58:10 UTC

Some accusations stemmed from an FBI interview with a unidentified man. There was no credible evidence to support them.

February 5 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 00:03:04 UTC

The saxaul sparrow (Passer ammodendri ) is a passerine bird of the sparrow family Passeridae , found in parts of Central Asia . At 14–16 cm (5.5–6.3 in) and 25–32 g (0.88–1.13 oz), it is among the larger sparrows. Both sexes have plumage ranging from dull grey to sandy brown, and pale brown legs. The female has a less boldly coloured plumage and bill, lacking the pattern of black stripes on the male's head. The head markings of both sexes make the saxaul sparrow distinctive, and unlikely to be confused with any other bird. Vocalisations include a comparatively soft and musical chirping call, a song, and a flight call . Its distribution falls into six probably disjunct areas across Central Asia, from central Turkmenistan to northern Gansu in China. A bird of deserts, the saxaul sparrow favours areas with shrubs such as the saxaul , near rivers and oases. Although it has lost parts of its range to habitat destruction caused by agriculture, it is not seriously threatened by human activities. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Rosa Parks Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz Mount Edziza Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 5

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 00:04:50 UTC

February 5 : Constitution Day in Mexico (1917 ) The "Welcome Stranger" gold nugget 1783 – The first of five strong earthquakes hit the region of Calabria on the Italian Peninsula , killing more than 32,000 people over a period of nearly two months. 1869 – Prospectors in Moliagul , Australia, discovered the largest alluvial gold nugget ever found, known as the Welcome Stranger . 1923 – Australian cricketer Bill Ponsford made 429 runs to break the world record for the highest first-class score. 1985 – Punic Wars : The mayors of Carthage and Rome signed a symbolic peace treaty to officially end the Third Punic War , 2,134 years after it began. 2008 – Eighty-seven tornadoes occurred over the course of the Super Tuesday tornado outbreak across multiple U.S. states, causing 56 deaths and over $1 billion in damage. Shunzhi Emperor (d. 1661) Thomas Carlyle (d. 1881) Colin Robert Chase (b. 1935) Margaret Oakley Dayhoff (d. 1983) More anniversaries: February 4 February 5 February 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Yes, Kid Rock sang 'I like 'em underage' and 'some say that's statutory' in 'Cool, Daddy Cool'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 01:15:43 UTC

Users shared the lyrics after Turning Point USA announced the musician would perform in a special event opposite the Super Bowl halftime show.

Don't fall for alleged Epstein emails stating Trump doesn't like Black girls

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 11:02:41 UTC

The rumor spread soon after the Department of Justice released more than 3 million files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Did Melania and Barron Trump open 'free hospital' for homeless people?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 12:01:34 UTC

Online searches revealed no credible reports about the opening of the alleged "Melania–Barron Trump Legacy Medical Center."

Don't believe claim White House put 'permanent ban' on CNN

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 14:01:47 UTC

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt allegedly said, “CNN isn’t news, it’s pure radical leftist propaganda brainwashing machine."

Unpacking claim Netanyahu sent 'torture video' to Epstein while in China

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 16:01:38 UTC

There is no evidence Netanyahu was the person emailing Epstein, though we couldn't independently confirm the recipient.

Melinda French Gates suggested Bill Gates' ties to Epstein contributed to divorce

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 17:55:04 UTC

French Gates has neither explicitly confirmed nor denied Epstein's claims about her ex-husband.

Los Angeles law firm says offer to evict Billie Eilish from 'stolen land' wasn't 'serious'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 19:24:56 UTC

Modern Los Angeles and many of its suburbs sit on the ancestral lands of the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation.

Why some users thought Bad Bunny wore bulletproof vest at 2026 Grammys

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-05 20:22:44 UTC

Bad Bunny's corset-inspired, sharply tailored tuxedo at the 2026 Grammys altered his silhouette — and fueled online speculation.

February 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 00:03:38 UTC

Tara Lipinski (born 1982) is an American former competitive figure skater , actress, sports commentator, and documentary film producer. A former competitor in women's singles , she was the 1998 Olympic champion , the 1997 world champion , a two-time Champions Series Final champion (1997–1998), and the 1997 U.S. national champion . Until 2019, she was the youngest single skater to win a U.S. Nationals and the youngest to become an Olympic and world champion. She was the first woman to complete a triple loop –triple loop combination, her signature jump element, in competition. Starting in 1997, Lipinski had a rivalry with fellow skater Michelle Kwan , which was played up by the American press, and culminated when Lipinski won the gold medal at the 1998 Olympics in Nagano. She retired from competitive figure skating in 1998. Lipinski became one of NBC 's primary figure skating commentators in 2014, alongside sports commentator Terry Gannon and fellow figure skater and good friend Johnny Weir . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Saxaul sparrow Rosa Parks Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 6

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 00:03:42 UTC

February 6 : Sámi National Day (1917 ); Waitangi Day in New Zealand (1840 ) Duckworth's Action off San Domingo 1778 – France and the United States signed the Treaty of Amity and Commerce and the Treaty of Alliance , respectively establishing commercial and military ties between the two nations. 1806 – Napoleonic Wars : A British naval squadron captured or destroyed five French ships of the line at the Battle of San Domingo in the Caribbean Sea . 1918 – Conscientious objector Henry Firth died in a work camp on Dartmoor, England, triggering a strike over living conditions. 1951 – A train derailed while crossing a temporary wooden trestle in Woodbridge, New Jersey , causing 85 deaths. 1976 – Lockheed Corporation president Carl Kotchian admitted that the company had paid out approximately US$3 million in bribes to the office of Japanese prime minister Kakuei Tanaka . Pierre André Latreille (d. 1833) Maria Mies (b. 1931) Juan Sartori (b. 1981) Gary Moore (d. 2011) More anniversaries: February 5 February 6 February 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Beware claim ICE arrested civil rights attorney Sandra May Watkins

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 00:04:19 UTC

We found multiple signs that the story was AI-generated, including inconsistent names for the arrested woman.

Does $8K Wayfair receipt in Epstein files confirm child trafficking conspiracy theory?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 00:35:41 UTC

Snopes investigated and found the truth after online users claimed, without evidence, the $8,453 charge pertained to a trafficked child.

No evidence Charlie Kirk cut Erika Kirk out of his will

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 00:56:02 UTC

A popular post alluded to the unfounded rumor Erika Kirk and U.S. Vice President JD Vance were having an affair.

Crotch enhancements: The latest controversy at the Winter Olympics

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 02:50:42 UTC

Crotch enhancements. Banned helmets. Qualifying manipulation claims. And Russian hacking. Members of Norway's team were caught adjusting their suits during the world championships last year. Pic: Reuters

Does 'Melania' movie director Brett Ratner appear in Epstein files? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 11:01:39 UTC

Ratner reportedly told U.K. and U.S. media a photograph showed him, his former fiancée and Epstein.

Posts claim images show Leviathan 'waking up.' We found the real story lurking underneath

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 12:01:34 UTC

The "beast" on Google Maps — called Leviathan, dragon, snake and more by some — is actually just a byproduct of the tectonic plates beneath our feet.

Is JK Rowling in the Epstein files? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 14:01:26 UTC

Social media sleuths are attempting to create a connection between the author and Epstein that's unsupported by evidence.

Kevin Spacey in 2024 video: 'Young girls' were on Epstein plane during flight with Clinton Foundation members

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 16:02:30 UTC

The footage resurfaced after more files related to the case of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released in late January 2026.

Epstein files photo shows trapdoor opening to water. Here's its likely purpose

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 17:19:45 UTC

Social media users speculated that the door was used for nefarious purposes related to unproven "ritualistic sacrifice" rumors.

Look out for alleged email in Epstein files about World War III

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 18:26:47 UTC

An online rumor claimed that an email to Epstein said Feb. 8, 2026, would mark the start of the next world war.

Trump's Truth Social account posted, then deleted racist video of Obamas as monkeys

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 18:51:45 UTC

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called the clip "an internet meme." It disappeared from the president's profile hours later.

Gun stores received hoax DHS letter declaring suspension of 2nd Amendment

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-06 22:56:29 UTC

The supposed letter justified the suspension of Second Amendment rights as a way to "safeguard" ICE agents.

February 7 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 00:02:29 UTC

Immanuel Kant Aesthetics is the branch of philosophy that studies beauty , taste , art , and related phenomena. It examines aesthetic properties or features that influence the appeal of objects, like elegance and ugliness . Philosophers debate whether these properties exist objectively or depend on subjective experience . Taste is a sensitivity to aesthetic qualities, and differences in taste can lead to disagreements about aesthetic judgments. Artworks are artifacts or performances such as painting , music , dance , architecture , and literature . Art interpretation and criticism seek to identify the meanings of artworks. Discussions focus on elements such as what an artwork represents , which emotions it expresses, and what the author's underlying intent was. Aesthetics is relevant to fields such as ethics , religion , psychology , and everyday life. Its roots lie in antiquity , but it only emerged as a distinct field of inquiry in the 18th century when philosophers like Alexander Baumgarten and Immanuel Kant (pictured) engaged with the subject systematically. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Tara Lipinski Saxaul sparrow Rosa Parks Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 7

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 00:05:30 UTC

February 7 : Independence Day in Grenada (1974 ) Duvalier en route to the airport to flee Haiti 1783 – American Revolutionary War : After three years and seven months, Spain and France abandoned their attempt to capture Gibraltar from the British. 1941 – Soviet border guards opened fire on civilians attempting to cross the border from the Soviet Union to Romania near Lunca , killing several hundred people. 1948 – Neil Harvey became the youngest Australian to score a century in Test cricket . 1986 – President of Haiti Jean-Claude Duvalier fled the country after a popular uprising (pictured) , ending 28 years of one-family rule in the nation. 1991 – The Troubles : The Provisional Irish Republican Army shelled 10 Downing Street with mortars in a failed attempt to assassinate British prime minister John Major . Henry Fuseli (b. 1741) Tony Tan (b. 1940) Angel Aquino (b. 1973) Richard Williams (d. 1980) More anniversaries: February 6 February 7 February 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Epstein is alive and playing Fortnite from Israel? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 00:29:43 UTC

Social media users connected the dots between pieces of evidence, alleging the late sex offender was video gaming while in hiding.

Winter Olympics: All the news from Italy as first gold won by Switzerland

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 12:25:17 UTC

Switzerland's Franjo von Allmen speeds down the course on the first day of the Winter Olympics. Pic: AP

Investigating alleged photo of Melania Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell and unidentified girls

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 14:02:16 UTC

The image spread soon after the Department of Justice released more than 3 million files pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein.

Fire-juggling unicyclist caught performing on crossing

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 16:33:56 UTC

Police have caught a man juggling fire while riding a unicycle on a pedestrian crossing. The unicyclist juggles with fire. Pic: Commerce City Police Department

17 rumors about Ilhan Omar, examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-07 19:02:06 UTC

As the first Somali American and refugee to become a member of Congress, Omar has often been the target of unfounded rumors about her background.

Watch out for rumor Kevin Spacey said he would 'be open to playing' Epstein in biopic

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 00:02:27 UTC

One Threads user said the movie would be "directed by Roman Polanski, produced by Harvey Weinstein," with music by R. Kelly.

February 8 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 00:03:28 UTC

Master Juba (c. 1825 – 1852 or 1853) was an African-American dancer. He was one of the first black performers in the United States to play onstage for white audiences and the only one of the era to tour with a white minstrel group . He began his career in Manhattan 's Five Points neighborhood and moved to minstrel shows in the mid-1840s. His act featured a sequence in which he imitated famous dancers, then closed by performing in his style. In 1848, he became a sensation in Britain for his dance style, but writers treated him as an exhibit on display. Juba's popularity faded and he died in 1852 or 1853, likely from overwork and malnutrition. He was largely forgotten by historians until a 1947 article by Marian Hannah Winter popularised his story. Juba's dancing style was percussive, varied in tempo and expressive. It likely incorporated European folk steps and African-derived steps used by plantation slaves. Juba was highly influential in the development of tap , jazz , and step-dancing styles. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Aesthetics Tara Lipinski Saxaul sparrow Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 8

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 00:07:16 UTC

February 8 : Feast day of Saint Josephine Bakhita (Catholicism ); Military Foundation Day in North Korea (1948 ) Denis Sassou Nguesso 1601 – Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex , led a failed rebellion against Queen Elizabeth I of England . 1910 – William D. Boyce established the Boy Scouts of America , expanding the Scout Movement into the United States. 1965 – After taking evasive action to avoid a mid-air collision just after taking off from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport , Eastern Air Lines Flight 663 crashed into the Atlantic Ocean, killing all 84 people on board. 1979 – Denis Sassou Nguesso (pictured) was chosen as the new President of the Republic of the Congo after Joachim Yhombi-Opango was forced from power. 1981 – Rhodesian Bush War : Zimbabwe African National Liberation Army cadres in Gwelo attacked Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army troops, killing over 60 of them and starting the 1981 Entumbane uprising . Guercino (b. 1591) Rebecca Lee Crumpler (b. 1831) Peter Kropotkin (d. 1921) Emman Atienza (b. 2006) More anniversaries: February 7 February 8 February 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Epstein create Bitcoin as Satoshi Nakamoto? Don't fall for email making the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 03:02:50 UTC

Searches of the Epstein files for Nakamoto's name turned up no trace of an alleged email circulating online.

Did Ohio woman Susan Warren once break into home, clean it and leave bill for her services?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 14:01:43 UTC

Warren, the so-called "Cleaning Fairy," later pleaded guilty to charges of burglary and trespassing.

Super Bowl 2026 and Bad Bunny's halftime show: 6 claims we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-08 19:02:21 UTC

Snopes has looked into numerous claims surrounding the NFL's showpiece event ahead of Bad Bunny's 2026 Super Bowl performance.

February 9 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 00:01:34 UTC

Poster advertising the Mud March The Mud March , or United Procession of Women, was a peaceful demonstration in London on 9 February 1907 organised by the National Union of Women's Suffrage Societies (NUWSS), in which more than three thousand women marched from Hyde Park Corner to the Strand in support of women's suffrage . Women from all classes participated in the largest public demonstration supporting women's suffrage seen to that date. It acquired the name "Mud March" from the day's weather; incessant heavy rain left the marchers drenched and mud-spattered. The NUWSS and other groups organised the march to coincide with the opening of Parliament . The event attracted much public interest and broadly sympathetic press coverage, but when a women's suffrage bill was presented the following month it was "talked out " without a vote. The march had a large impact on public awareness and on the movement's tactics. Large peaceful public demonstrations, never previously attempted, became standard features of the suffrage campaign. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Master Juba Aesthetics Tara Lipinski Archive By email More featured articles About

Is Netflix raising subscription cost to $49.99 as of March 1?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 00:01:35 UTC

It's unclear how the looming merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. would affect costs, though the alleged price hike is pure satire.

On this day: February 9

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 00:06:36 UTC

February 9 : Feast day of Saint Apollonia (in Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy ) Australian Defence Force Ensign 1861 – Jefferson Davis was named the provisional president of the Confederate States of America . 1971 – An earthquake registering 6.6 Mw struck the northern San Fernando Valley near the Los Angeles district of Sylmar , killing 65 people. 1976 – The Australian Defence Force (ensign pictured) was formed by the integration of the Australian Army , the Royal Australian Navy , and the Royal Australian Air Force . 1996 – Breaking a seventeen-month ceasefire, the Provisional Irish Republican Army detonated a powerful truck bomb in the London Docklands , killing two people and injuring more than a hundred others. 2001 – The American submarine USS Greeneville collided with the Ehime Maru , a Japanese training vessel operated by a high school , sinking the latter ship and killing nine people on board. Agnès Sorel (d. 1450) Alberto Vargas (b. 1896) Philipp Harnoncourt (b. 1931) Tom Hiddleston (b. 1981) More anniversaries: February 8 February 9 February 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Beware vintage photo supposedly showing Rothschild family posing with 'demon'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 03:01:19 UTC

For years, the image has spread online satirizing famous families and groups.

Frenchman's story about being detained by ICE is making headlines. Here are the facts

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 11:01:57 UTC

The man, Julien Pereira, said events in Minneapolis inspired him to open up about his own experience being detained by ICE and Border Patrol.

67 people died in ICE custody during Obama's presidency. That's not the full story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 12:01:57 UTC

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is required by law to report whenever a detained person in its custody dies.

Octavia Butler used 'make America great again' in book years before Trump, but she didn't coin phrase

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 16:01:45 UTC

A presidential character in the author's 1998 "Parable of the Talents" was inspired by Ronald Reagan, who used the campaign slogan in 1980.

Does this image show Bad Bunny burning American flag? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 19:44:47 UTC

The image was digitally generated and originated from a satirical social media account.

Did Bad Bunny give his Grammy to Liam Ramos at 2026 Super Bowl? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-09 23:04:00 UTC

ICE detained the 5-year-old and his father in Minnesota in early 2026.

On this day: February 10

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 00:02:19 UTC

February 10 : Feast day of Saint Scholastica (Christianity); Little New Year in northern China (2026); National Memorial Day of the Exiles and Foibe in Italy Namdaemun gate during the arson event 1906 – The Royal Navy battleship HMS Dreadnought was launched, representing such a marked advance in naval technology that her name came to be associated with an entire generation of battleships. 1936 – Second Italo-Ethiopian War : The Battle of Amba Aradam began, ending nine days later in a decisive tactical victory for Italy and the neutralisation of almost the entire Ethiopian army as a fighting force. 1940 – Puss Gets the Boot , the first Tom and Jerry cartoon, was released to theaters. 1941 – In the first airborne operation undertaken by the British military , six paratroopers landed near Calitri , Italy, to destroy an aqueduct. 2008 – The Namdaemun gate in Seoul, the first of South Korea's National Treasures , was severely damaged by arson . Guillermo Trujillo Durán (b. 1878) Wilhelm Röntgen (d. 1923) Bob Iger (b. 1951) Lisa Marie Varon (b. 1971) More anniversaries: February 9 February 10 February 11 Archive By email List of days of the year About

February 10 Wikipedia featured article

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The St Scholastica Day riot took place in Oxford , England, on 10 February 1355. The disturbance began when two students from the University of Oxford complained about the quality of wine served to them in a tavern; the argument quickly escalated to a fight and the resulting mêlée turned into a riot. The violence continued over three days, with armed gangs entering the town from the countryside to assist the townspeople. University halls and students' accommodation were raided and the inhabitants murdered. Around 20 townsfolk were killed, as were up to 63 members of the university. King Edward III sent judges to the town to determine culpability. He came down on the side of the university, who were given additional powers to the disadvantage of the town's authorities. In an act of conciliation in 1955—the riot's 600th anniversary—the mayor of Oxford was given an honorary degree , while the university's vice-chancellor was made an honorary freeman of the city . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Mud March (suffragists) Master Juba Aesthetics Archive By email More featured articles About

Erika Kirk did not make splashy appearance at Turning Point USA halftime show

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 00:38:47 UTC

A 2017 video of WWE wrestler Charlotte Flair resurfaced online.

Unpacking claim video shows Trump watching Bad Bunny halftime show at Mar-a-Lago

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 00:57:02 UTC

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt previously said she thought the U.S. president "would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny."

Did Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy urinate expletive toward ICE on snow?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 11:02:12 UTC

Kenworthy urged his Instagram followers to call their senators and urge them to "rein in ICE and Border Patrol."

What we know about Epstein death press release dated day before he died

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 12:02:44 UTC

The Department of Justice announced Epstein's death on Aug. 10, 2019, but files released in 2026 included a statement about that death dated Aug. 9.

Bury supposed story of missing Texas woman's car found beneath ranch more than 70 years later

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 14:01:39 UTC

Some YouTube channels and Facebook page deal exclusively in fictional stories of missing people discovered decades later.

25 Epstein files claims we've investigated since their public release

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 16:01:59 UTC

Snopes has fielded dozens of claims after the DOJ began releasing redacted case files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Don't be fooled by alleged image of Trump and Epstein getting feet washed by underage girl

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 17:32:38 UTC

The image originated from an artist who creates realistic but, ultimately, fake images depicting the private lives of public figures.

Did Bondi say Epstein files prosecution would cause 'whole system' to collapse?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 19:47:11 UTC

The U.S. Department of Justice released files that showed Jeffrey Epstein was in touch with celebrities, politicians and royals.

Rumor has it Thomas Massie said he has flash drive with 'complete' Epstein files. Here's the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 20:03:29 UTC

"Why make stuff up when the reality itself is so shocking and disgusting," Massie told Snopes.

Did Bad Bunny wear a bulletproof vest during 2026 Super Bowl halftime show? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-10 21:50:29 UTC

It wasn't the first time internet users speculated the singer was wearing body armor.

February 11 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 00:01:23 UTC

Courtesans photographed by Farsari Adolfo Farsari (11 February 1841 – 7 February 1898) was an Italian photographer based in Yokohama , Japan. Following a brief military career, including service in the American Civil War , he became a successful entrepreneur and commercial photographer. His photographic work was highly regarded, particularly his hand-coloured portraits and landscapes, which he sold mostly to foreign residents and visitors to the country. Farsari's images were widely distributed, presented or mentioned in books and periodicals, and sometimes recreated by artists in other media; they shaped foreign perceptions of the people and places of Japan and to some degree affected how Japanese saw themselves and their country. His studio – the last notable foreign-owned studio in Japan – was one of the country's largest and most prolific commercial photographic firms. Largely due to Farsari's exacting technical standards and entrepreneurial abilities, it had a significant influence on the development of photography in Japan. (Full article... ) Recently featured: St Scholastica Day riot Mud March (suffragists) Master Juba Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 11

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 00:03:31 UTC

February 11 : Little New Year in southern China (2026); National Foundation Day in Japan Location of the Carnival tragedy of 1823 1584 – Spanish explorer Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa founded the town of Nombre de Jesús , the first of two short-lived colonies at the Strait of Magellan . 1823 – Around 110 boys were killed in a human crush at the Convent of the Minori Osservanti (corridor pictured) in Valletta on the last day of the Maltese Carnival . 1938 – The BBC aired an adaptation of a section of Czech writer Karel Čapek 's play R.U.R. in the first broadcast of science fiction on television . 2015 – Turkish student Özgecan Aslan was murdered during a rape attempt , sparking mass demonstrations across the country after her body was discovered two days later. 2018 – Saratov Airlines Flight 703 crashed shortly after take-off in Russia due to icing conditions , killing all 71 people on board. Ellen Day Hale (b. 1855; d. 1940) Ellen Broe (b. 1900) Heinz Winbeck (b. 1946) Kelly Rowland (b. 1981) More anniversaries: February 10 February 11 February 12 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Vance forgot 1 of his kids flying back from Winter Olympics?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 00:15:47 UTC

The claim originated on a social media page that calls its output satire.

Does ICE have free access to Ring doorbell cameras through Flock? What to know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 11:02:29 UTC

The relationships between tech companies and the Trump administration have come under more scrutiny as opposition to ICE actions has grown.

Watch out for claim that Bondi ordered people to stop sending 'coupons for Depends' to White House

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 12:02:16 UTC

The satirical Fox News chyron circulated amid online speculation about Trump's supposed incontinence.

Breaking down mentions of cannibalism, 'ritualistic sacrifice' in Epstein files[5:51 PM]

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 14:02:23 UTC

The FBI interviewed a man who made a series of unsubstantiated allegations against Epstein.

'Britain's loneliest sheep' gives birth for first time

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 14:27:32 UTC

"Britain's loneliest sheep" has given birth for the first time. “Britain’s loneliest sheep” Fiona has given birth for the first time. Pic: Dalscone Farm

Alleged image of Epstein dining with Chuck Schumer isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 16:01:35 UTC

Internet users often create AI-generated images of Epstein with prominent people in an attempt to link them to the convicted sex offender's crimes.

Did NBC edit footage of Vance getting booed at 2026 Winter Olympics? We investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 17:47:41 UTC

Though boos were audible during Vance's appearance in Milan, some online users alleged the network masked the reaction in its broadcast.

Did Kristi Noem say the Bible was written in English?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-11 22:22:51 UTC

An alleged quote attributed to the Homeland Security secretary misidentified both the Bible's author and its original language.

February 12 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 00:02:06 UTC

Fingerspelling of BASL Black American Sign Language (BASL) is a dialect of American Sign Language (ASL) used most commonly by deaf Black Americans in the United States. The divergence from ASL was influenced by the segregation of schools in the American South based on race, creating a language community among Black deaf signers at black schools. As of the mid-2010s, BASL is used by signers in the South despite public schools having been desegregated since 1954. BASL differs from other varieties of ASL in its phonology , syntax , and vocabulary . BASL tends to have a larger signing space, and some signs are produced further away from the body than in other dialects. Signers of BASL also tend to prefer two-handed variants of signs, and some signs differ from other dialects because they borrow from African-American English . Younger signers are more likely to have a positive perception of the dialect, as they are less likely to be influenced by perceptions that segregated schools imprinted upon the dialects. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Adolfo Farsari St Scholastica Day riot Mud March (suffragists) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 12

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 00:04:08 UTC

February 12 : Lincoln's Birthday in some parts of the United States; Red Hand Day Depiction of the Café Terminus attack 1894 – Ère des attentats : In one of the first acts of modern terrorism, Émile Henry threw a bomb into Café Terminus (depicted) in Paris, France, killing one and injuring 17. 1935 – The USS Macon , one of the largest helium -filled airships ever created, crashed into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California and sank. 1993 – Two-year-old James Bulger was led away from New Strand Shopping Centre in Bootle , England, and murdered by two 10-year-old boys, who became the youngest convicted murderers in modern English history. 2001 – The NASA space probe NEAR Shoemaker touched down on Eros , becoming the first spacecraft to land on an asteroid . 2016 – In the first meeting between the leaders of the Catholic Church and the Russian Orthodox Church , Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill of Moscow signed the Havana Declaration at José Martí International Airport in Cuba. Wulfhelm (d. 941) Pari Khan Khanum (d. 1578) Mary Young Pickersgill (b. 1776) Jean Eyeghé Ndong (b. 1946) More anniversaries: February 11 February 12 February 13 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Unpacking claim Israeli strikes 'evaporated' Palestinians in Gaza

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 00:10:51 UTC

An Al Jazeera investigation claimed Israel deployed thermobaric weapons in Gaza that could "evaporate" human bodies.

GOP lawmakers called for FCC probe over Bad Bunny's halftime show. We broke down his lyrics

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 00:53:43 UTC

While Bad Bunny may have pushed the boundaries of acceptable content in his lyrics for TV, it remains up for debate whether he actually crossed them.

'I booked an emergency plumber and cancelled minutes later but they've still charged me £270'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 08:50:05 UTC

Our Money team helps a reader every week with their consumer issue or financial dispute... Pic: iStock

Don't be fooled by Bad Bunny video claiming death threats shortened Super Bowl halftime show

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 11:01:11 UTC

The video aimed to capitalize on unsubstantiated claims that the musician wore a bulletproof vest at the Super Bowl and the Grammys.

Real photo shows Steve Bannon and Epstein taking mirror selfie

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 12:02:11 UTC

Bannon, a former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump, also conducted an hours-long interview with the disgraced financier in 2019.

Have reservations about rumored photo of Obama eating with Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 14:01:46 UTC

The photograph was taken in 2016 and shows the former president with late chef Anthony Bourdain in Vietnam.

Epstein ordered sulfuric acid on same day FBI opened probe. Files show mundane reason

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 16:02:16 UTC

Some social media users suggested the acid was to make bodies disappear.

Was Ivanka Trump's passport seized? Look out for sensational videos making claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 18:42:33 UTC

Social media users claimed U.S. marshals seized the presidential daughter's passport after secret testimony by her stepmother, Melania Trump.

What we know about fatal shooting of Lucy Harrison after 'big argument' with dad about Trump

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-12 19:51:07 UTC

Harrison died after her father's gun went off in his hands. A Texas grand jury declined to indict him in connection with the shooting in 2025.

February 13 Wikipedia featured article

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The Saxe–Goldstein hypothesis is a prediction in archaeology about the relationship between a society's funerary practices and its social organization. It predicts a correlation between two phenomena: the use of specific areas to dispose of the dead, and the legitimation of control over restricted resources through claims of descent from dead ancestors. The hypothesis was first formulated by the anthropologist Arthur Saxe in 1970 and was later refined by Lynne Goldstein . Saxe predicted that societies would be more likely to use formal areas for the disposal of the dead, such as cemeteries , if they contained social groups that legitimized their claims to important, restricted resources by claiming ties to ancestors. The Saxe–Goldstein hypothesis was credited with revitalizing interest in funerary archaeology . It was particularly adopted by adherents of processual archaeology , a body of theory that sought to bring archaeology closer to the natural sciences . From the 1980s, it increasingly fell from favor, and was criticized by post-processual archaeologists as an overgeneralization that oversimplified the different factors that influence funerary practices. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Black American Sign Language Adolfo Farsari St Scholastica Day riot Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 13

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 00:06:05 UTC

February 13 : Carnival begins in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (2026) Rodney N. Powell at a Nashville sit-in location 1692 – Members of Clan MacDonald of Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands were massacred , allegedly for failing to pledge allegiance to the new monarchs, William III and Mary II . 1960 – African-American college students staged the first of the Nashville sit-ins (protest sign pictured) at three lunch counters in Nashville, Tennessee , as part of a nonviolent direct-action campaign to end racial segregation in the U.S. 1981 – Explosions caused by the ignition of hexane vapors destroyed more than 13 miles (21 km) of sewer lines in Louisville, Kentucky . 1991 – Gulf War : The United States Air Force dropped two laser-guided "smart bombs " on an air-raid shelter in Baghdad , Iraq, which was believed to be a military command site, killing at least 408 civilians. 2010 – A terrorist bombing at a bakery popular among foreigners in Pune , India, killed 17 people and injured 60 others. Béla II of Hungary (d. 1141) Luis de Carvajal y de la Cueva (d. 1591) Faiz Ahmad Faiz (b. 1911) Mami Kawada (b. 1980) More anniversaries: February 12 February 13 February 14 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Contextualizing claims school photo company Lifetouch is in Epstein files

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 00:36:53 UTC

Nothing in the Epstein files directly links Lifetouch to the late sex offender's criminal activity.

Image doesn't depict attacker in Canadian mass shooting with assault rifle

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 01:05:50 UTC

An AI-altered image placed a gun in the hands of a social media influencer who had nothing to do with the February 2026 mass shooting.

Did other countries release unredacted Epstein files? Claim lacks evidence

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 11:02:11 UTC

Posts purporting to show unredacted images of President Donald Trump with girls spread online.

Beware alleged photo of Hakeem Jeffries with Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 12:03:08 UTC

The image originated from a social media account that describes itself as "an AI-powered meme engine that turns stupidity into content."

Why some social media users incorrectly think greeting card companies invented Valentine's Day

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 14:02:18 UTC

The holiday's roots stretch back centuries, long before commercial greeting cards existed.

Trump's White House ballroom project was allegedly scrapped. We broke down real status

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 16:01:34 UTC

A federal judge is expected to rule in February 2026 on whether the construction can continue.

Did Nick Fuentes say 'all women' should be 'sent to the gulags'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-13 21:00:42 UTC

Fuentes said, "The No. 1 political enemy in America is women."

Does this image show 14-year-old Pam Bondi with Trump? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 00:00:41 UTC

Social media users circulated the image alongside a claim that Bondi grew up as an "Epstein party baby."

February 14 Wikipedia featured article

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Captain James Cook (7 November 1728 – 14 February 1779) was a British Royal Navy officer, explorer, and cartographer who led three voyages of exploration to the Pacific and Southern Oceans between 1768 and 1779. During these voyages, he sailed tens of thousands of miles across largely uncharted areas, mapping coastlines, islands, and features across the globe. He completed the first known circumnavigation of the main islands of New Zealand, and led the first recorded visit by Europeans to the east coast of Australia and the Hawaiian Islands . Renowned for exceptional seamanship and courage in times of danger, he was also a pioneer in the prevention of scurvy . In his three Pacific voyages, Cook encountered numerous indigenous peoples, many with little or no previous contact with Europeans, leading to violent encounters in which indigenous peoples and Cook's crew members were killed. Cook was killed in Hawaii in 1779, when a dispute with Native Hawaiians turned violent. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Saxe–Goldstein hypothesis Black American Sign Language Adolfo Farsari Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 14

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 00:04:51 UTC

February 14 : Valentine's Day First production of The Importance of Being Earnest 1779 – American Revolutionary War : At the Battle of Kettle Creek , a militia of Patriots decisively defeated and scattered a Loyalist militia that was on its way to British-controlled Augusta, Georgia . 1895 – Oscar Wilde 's The Importance of Being Earnest (production pictured) , once described as the second-most quoted English-language play after Hamlet , premiered in London. 1916 – World War I : Britain, France and Russia made the Declaration of Sainte-Adresse , stating that they would refuse to sign any peace treaty with the Central Powers that failed to ensure the political and economic independence of Belgium. 1961 – Lawrencium , the radioactive synthetic element with atomic number 103, was first synthesized at the Lawrence Radiation Laboratory on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley . 2011 – Arab Spring : On the Day of Rage , Bahraini youths began an uprising against the government in 55 marches across 25 locations. Katherine Stinson (b. 1891) Hazel McCallion (b. 1921) Pam McConnell (b. 1946) Doug Mountjoy (d. 2021) More anniversaries: February 13 February 14 February 15 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Frida Baby used sexual innuendo in its marketing. It sparked an uproar

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 00:11:13 UTC

The company took down at least one controversial social media post.

Does Pam Bondi have Israeli passport? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 00:43:59 UTC

The supposed passport was AI-generated and originated from a social media account that describes itself as satirical.

Posts falsely claim photo shows Tumbler Ridge shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 14:02:01 UTC

The photo was of a woman entirely unrelated to the shooting. Her mother has reportedly said she's "afraid to go outside."

Fake images of Trump with underage girls that we've debunked

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-14 19:02:11 UTC

AI-generated or otherwise altered images of the U.S. president swirled online as more files regarding late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein emerged.

Don't fall for alleged Trump post about plugging volcanoes with cement

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-15 00:01:39 UTC

The president didn't share the post in question — and the idea behind it isn't backed by science.

February 15 Wikipedia featured article

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Reverse of a 1967 brass threepence The brass threepence , a twelve-sided coin dated between 1937 and 1970, was the first British coin that was not round. By the mid-1930s, the weight of the bronze penny and its fractions had become an issue for firms that dealt with them in bulk. The silver threepence was unpopular in England due to its small size. The Royal Mint chose a brass twelve-sided threepence readily distinguishable from other coins due to its size, shape and colour. The initial reverse design by Frances Madge Kitchener of a thrift plant was altered at the direction of the Royal Mint by Percy Metcalfe without Kitchener's knowledge. The new coin was slow to circulate when released to the public in 1937, but gained the public's liking, and the silver threepence was discontinued in 1945. A new design, with a crowned portcullis (pictured) , was instituted for Elizabeth II in 1953. After the decimalisation of the pound in 1971, it rapidly vanished from circulation and lost its status as legal tender after 31 August 1971. (Full article... ) Recently featured: James Cook Saxe–Goldstein hypothesis Black American Sign Language Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 15

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-15 00:05:38 UTC

February 15 : National Flag of Canada Day ; Statehood Day in Serbia ; Susan B. Anthony Day in some parts of the United States Intelsat 708 veering off course 1796 – French Revolutionary Wars : The invasion of Ceylon ended with Johan van Angelbeek , the Batavian governor of the island, surrendering Colombo to British forces. 1906 – A team of Italian archaeologists led by Ernesto Schiaparelli discovered the tomb of Kha and Merit , an ancient Egyptian foreman and his wife, in the workmen's village of Deir el-Medina . 1961 – All 72 people on board Sabena Flight 548 , including the entire U.S. figure-skating team, and one person on the ground were killed when the aircraft crashed on approach to Brussels Airport . 1976 – The current Constitution of Cuba , providing for a system of government and law based on those of the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc countries, was adopted by a national referendum. 1996 – A Long March 3B rocket carrying the communications satellite Intelsat 708 (pictured) crashed immediately after launch from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center , China, destroying a nearby town and killing an unknown number of inhabitants. John Caesar (d. 1776) Domingo Faustino Sarmiento (b. 1811) Sophie Bryant (b. 1850) Norman C. Deno (b. 1921) More anniversaries: February 14 February 15 February 16 Archive By email List of days of the year About

What to know about rumor ICE agents aren't being paid

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-15 03:02:16 UTC

Investigating the claim was difficult because the unofficial subreddit for agents, from where the rumor was said to emerge, was set to private.

Watch out for alleged video of Trump, Epstein with young girls at party

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-15 14:01:41 UTC

In February 2026, social media users resurfaced an AI-generated video that animated an authentic image and inserted minors who were not present.

19 false or misleading Pam Bondi rumors, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-15 19:02:11 UTC

Bondi's DOJ tenure has given rise to widespread misinformation — much of it directed at the attorney general herself.

Debunking chart that falsely suggests transgender people are more likely to commit mass shootings

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 00:01:32 UTC

The data repeatedly shows that transgender people aren't more likely to commit mass shootings than any other groups of people in the U.S.

February 16 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 00:03:46 UTC

Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865) was the 16th president of the United States , serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. Born in a one-room log cabin in Kentucky, he was self-educated and became a lawyer, Illinois state legislator , and U.S. representative . An anti-slavery advocate, he joined the new Republican Party and won the 1860 presidential election , prompting a majority of slave states in the South to secede and form the Confederate States . As he led the country during civil war , Lincoln supervised the Union army , implemented a naval blockade of Southern ports , and issued the Emancipation Proclamation , which freed slaves in the Confederate states. On November 19, 1863, he delivered the now famous Gettysburg Address . Lincoln was re-elected in 1864 , and on April 14, 1865, five days after the Confederate surrender at Appomattox , he was fatally shot by John Wilkes Booth . For his role in preserving the Union and ending slavery, Lincoln is ranked as the greatest US president . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Brass threepence James Cook Saxe–Goldstein hypothesis Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 16

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 00:06:45 UTC

February 16 : J'ouvert morning, Carnival begins in Trinidad and Tobago; Chinese New Year's Eve (2026); Day of the Shining Star in North Korea; Presidents' Day in the United States (2026); Elizabeth Peratrovich Day in Alaska; Daisy Gatson Bates Day in Arkansas (2026) Carsten Borchgrevink 1270 – Livonian Crusade : In the Battle of Karuse , the Grand Duchy of Lithuania achieved a decisive victory over the Livonian Order on the frozen surface of the Baltic Sea . 1900 – The Southern Cross Expedition led by Carsten Borchgrevink (pictured) achieved a new Farthest South of 78° 50'S, making the first landing at the Great Ice Barrier . 1936 – The Popular Front , a coalition of left-wing parties, came to power in the Spanish general election , a factor in the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War five months later. 1961 – The DuSable Museum , the first museum dedicated to the study and conservation of African American history, culture, and art, was chartered. 2013 – At least 91 people were killed and 190 others injured after a bomb hidden in a water tank exploded at a market in Hazara Town , Pakistan. Roberta Williams (b. 1953) Valentino Rossi (b. 1979) Yan Bingtao (b. 2000) Boutros Boutros-Ghali (d. 2016) More anniversaries: February 15 February 16 February 17 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Is 'every morning's a Smirnoff morning' vodka ad real or spoof?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 03:02:00 UTC

The advertisement appeared to be an example of “culture jamming,” an anti-capitalist movement that grew in popularity in the 1990s.

Obama says aliens 'are real' - but he hasn't seen any

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 10:44:04 UTC

Barack Obama has said aliens are "real" in an interview, before later taking to social media to clarify his comments. Pic: BRIAN TYLER COHEN

Posts claim photos show Sean Connery and Thomas Brodie-Sangster at age 34. They're almost right

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 11:01:52 UTC

Connery was actually a several months younger than Brodie-Sangster in the photos, based on evidence.

Don't fall for alleged image of Epstein dining with Chuck Schumer

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 14:02:20 UTC

The image was created using Google AI tools.

Epstein files don't prove 'pizzagate' conspiracy theory was real. Here's why

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 16:01:48 UTC

The "pizza" references in the Epstein files that social media users highlighted have innocuous explanations.

Alleged image of Trump and blindfolded girls isn't what it seems

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 20:56:19 UTC

One social media user dared "someone" to say a photo didn't show Trump. We took up the challenge.

Did Trump admin say 'we don't know where' sun goes at night?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 22:04:03 UTC

The claim spread after the Trump administration revoked a scientific finding that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases threaten public health.

Don't fall for fake image of man in MAGA hat blocking trans person from women's restroom

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 22:32:34 UTC

A Facebook page manager explained the exact text prompt they submitted to Grok, the AI tool that generated the inauthentic image.

Epstein files don't show Ellen DeGeneres is a cannibal

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-16 23:28:57 UTC

The files do contain references to cannibalism and ritualistic sacrifice, but they are not linked to DeGeneres.

On this day: February 17

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 00:02:28 UTC

February 17 : Mardi Gras / Shrove Tuesday (2026); Chinese New Year (2026); Korean New Year (2026); Tết (Vietnam, 2026) Commemorative button of the Armory Show 1621 – Myles Standish was elected the first commander of the militia of Plymouth Colony . 1838 – Great Trek : Zulu impis massacred about 532 Voortrekkers , Khoekhoe , and Basuto near present-day Weenen , South Africa. 1913 – The Armory Show (commemorative button pictured) , the first large modern-art exhibition in the United States, opened at the 69th Regiment Armory in New York City. 1978 – The Troubles : The Provisional Irish Republican Army carried out a bombing of a restaurant near Belfast , Northern Ireland, killing twelve people and injuring thirty others. 1996 – An earthquake with a moment magnitude of 8.2 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent ) occurred in the New Guinea Trench , which generated a tsunami that killed 108 people. Ivan Alexander of Bulgaria (d. 1371) Mary Carson Breckinridge (b. 1881) Friedrich Cerha (b. 1926) Jeremy Allen White (b. 1991) More anniversaries: February 16 February 17 February 18 Archive By email List of days of the year About

February 17 Wikipedia featured article

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USS Marmora , a sternwheel tinclad similar to Romeo USS Romeo was a sternwheel steamer that saw service as a tinclad warship during the American Civil War . Completed in August 1862 as a civilian merchant vessel, she was instead purchased by the Union Navy in October. Commissioned in December, she cleared naval mines from the Yazoo River later that month before participating in operations against Confederate -held Fort Hindman in January 1863. Romeo was involved in some of the operations of the Vicksburg campaign in 1863, particularly the Yazoo Pass expedition . Later in 1863, Romeo was involved in part of the Little Rock campaign . During February 1864, she was part of an expedition up the Yazoo River to Yazoo City, Mississippi . She spent most of the rest of the war patrolling the Mississippi River , encountering Confederate land forces on several occasions. Romeo was declared surplus at the end of the war and was sold to civilian owners. Eventually converted into a sidewheel steamer , Romeo ceased to appear in the shipping registers in 1870. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Abraham Lincoln Brass threepence James Cook Archive By email More featured articles About

Did White House post 'Daddy's Home' Valentine's Day message?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 00:07:59 UTC

Roses are red, violets are blue, and we have rated this claim as true.

Jesse Watters didn't share post suggesting Epstein victims 'have a good laugh,' despite claims

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 00:36:26 UTC

The claim appeared following comments Watters and other Fox News hosts made downplaying the severity of Epstein's crimes.

Unpacking study claiming Kurt Cobain's death was homicide

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 11:02:14 UTC

No other credible source has reached the same conclusion. The Seattle Police Department says its investigation into Cobain's death remains closed.

Can ICE access Ring doorbell cameras? We inspected the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 12:01:58 UTC

Although the claims originated from Ring's since-canceled community requests partnership with security technology company Flock, the feature remains.

Family once said Pam Bondi 'stole' dog after Hurricane Katrina. We broke down the details

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 14:01:40 UTC

The now-U.S. attorney general adopted a St. Bernard named Master Tank in October 2005. Then his owners came looking for him.

Priced-out Britons are using AI for financial advice. Critics call it a 'dangerous' - we put the chatbots to the test

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 15:54:44 UTC

Swathes of the population are relying on AI chatbots for "dangerous" financial advice. Portrait of a nervous teen girl looking at her smartphone biting her nails worried about bad news. File pic: iStock

Epstein didn't email Netanyahu about 'torture video.' Here's who actually received it

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 16:01:34 UTC

Rep. Thomas Massie said the email was sent to Dubai tycoon Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, a detail that a DOJ official acknowledged.

Plusnet owes reader £2,000 for failures - but will he get it?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 17:22:15 UTC

Our Money team helps a reader every week with their consumer issue or financial dispute... iStock

Breaking down claim DOJ released unredacted Epstein files to other countries

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 21:11:49 UTC

Supposed unredacted files showing Trump with young girls show clear signs of AI generation.

Noem, Lewandowski affair rumor resurfaced after WSJ report: What to know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-17 22:06:58 UTC

Both Noem and Lewandowski have long denied claims that they are in a romantic relationship.

February 18 Wikipedia featured article

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Ælfwynn (died 8 July 983) was a member of a wealthy Anglo-Saxon family in Huntingdonshire . In about 932 she married Æthelstan , the powerful ealdorman of East Anglia , who was called the Half-King because monarchs were said to depend on his advice. Ælfwynn is chiefly known for having been foster-mother to the future king Edgar (ruled 959-975), following his mother's death in 944, when he was an infant. Æthelstan was a leading supporter of the monastic reform movement ; Edgar's upbringing in reforming circles profoundly influenced him, and he became a strong ally of the movement as king. Ælfwynn had four sons, and the youngest, Æthelwine , became the chief secular magnate and a leading monastic reformer like his father. In 966 he was a co-founder of Ramsey Abbey . Ælfwynn donated her estates to the foundation in the same year, including one given to her by Edgar, and was probably buried there. She may have played a crucial role in Ramsey's establishment. (Full article... ) Recently featured: USS Romeo Abraham Lincoln Brass threepence Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 18

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 00:02:56 UTC

February 18 : First day of Ramadan (2026); Ash Wednesday (Western Christianity, 2026); Tibetan New Year begins (2026) 16th century depiction of the Battle of Wesenberg 1268 – Northern Crusades : The Battle of Wesenberg (depicted) took place between Novgorodian and Pskovian forces against the Livonian Order and its allies, ending with Russian forces retreating from Danish Estonia . 1766 – Enslaved Malagasy captives on the Dutch East India Company slave ship Meermin began a mutiny that led to the ship's destruction on Cape Agulhas in present-day South Africa and the recapture of the instigators. 1943 – The core members of the White Rose , an anti-Nazi resistance group, were arrested by the Gestapo . 1946 – President Harry S. Truman signed the Rescission Act , annulling benefits payable to Filipino troops who fought for the U.S. during World War II . 2001 – American FBI agent Robert Hanssen was arrested for having spied for the KGB and GRU over a 22-year period. Francesco Redi (b. 1626) Anna Maria Luisa de' Medici (d. 1743) Toni Morrison (b. 1931) Bobby Robson (b. 1933) More anniversaries: February 17 February 18 February 19 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Video of Michael Jordan touching boy at Daytona 500 is real, but claims about intent are speculative

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 00:48:11 UTC

The child's father, Daytona 500 winner Tyler Reddick, told a radio host, "I don't see what other people see when it comes to this."

False claim that Epstein is alive in Colorado misrepresents 2021 emails about different man

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 11:01:39 UTC

It was unclear why the DOJ included these emails in its January 2026 release of Epstein-related documents.

Old video of Obama saying US can't have 'half a million people pouring' over border spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 12:02:16 UTC

Social media users who shared the clip suggested it showed Obama previously echoing Trump's stance on immigration.

Inspecting fictional claim ICE agents arrested Black federal judge Nadine Ashford

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 14:02:40 UTC

Stories of ICE agents arresting various Black judges in different American cities circulated online in early 2026.

Macaulay Culkin never said Michael Jackson 'saved' him from Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 16:02:22 UTC

For years, the former child actor has defended the late pop star from child sexual abuse allegations.

9 'Sesame Street' rumors we've screened over the years

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 18:40:22 UTC

The show's status and legacy have made it the occasional target of politics and rumors.

Did JetBlue flight attendant thank Trump on Presidents Day? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 19:13:09 UTC

The claim stemmed from a Threads user's post that didn't include an audio or video recording of the flight attendant's purported announcement.

Does Netanyahu have blood cancer? Claim lacks evidence

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 21:06:57 UTC

The Israeli prime minister was previously rumored to have prostate cancer.

Investigating claim Dr. Oz invited Epstein to Valentine's Day party in 2016

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-18 23:42:47 UTC

The rumor circulated online after former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene mentioned it in a podcast appearance.

February 19 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 00:02:49 UTC

K. Michelle "Mindful " is a hip-hop and R&B song by American singer K. Michelle (pictured) from her third studio album More Issues Than Vogue (2016). T-Pain wrote and produced the song. Footage of Michelle recording the song was used in an episode of her reality television series K. Michelle: My Life . "Mindful" was released by Atlantic Records as the album's third single on February 19, 2016. Throughout the track, Michelle raps the lyrics and warns critics to be "mindful" of her. Some reviewers noted that its uptempo production differed from Michelle's previous singles, and she stated that it was one of the first times she recorded a more light-hearted song. Critics praised Michelle's rapping on "Mindful" and called it a highlight of her singles. The song's music video , released on March 10, 2016, portrays Michelle arguing with women in a trailer park , and was described by reviewers as colorful. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Ælfwynn, wife of Æthelstan Half-King USS Romeo Abraham Lincoln Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 19

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 00:04:50 UTC

February 19 Flag of the Socialist Soviet Republic of Abkhazia 1600 – Huaynaputina , a stratovolcano in present-day Peru, produced the largest recorded volcanic explosion in South America. 1931 – The Socialist Soviet Republic of Abkhazia (flag pictured) was dissolved and reformed as the Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic , an autonomous republic of the Soviet Union within Georgia . 1942 – A book-burning was held and politicians were arrested in Winnipeg , Manitoba, Canada, as part of a simulated Nazi invasion . 2006 – A methane explosion in a coal mine in Nueva Rosita , Mexico, trapped and killed 65 miners. 2011 – Items from the Belitung shipwreck , the largest single collection of Tang-dynasty artefacts found in one location, were first exhibited in Singapore. Dorothe Engelbretsdatter (d. 1716) Mary Dilys Glynne (b. 1895) György Kurtág (b. 1926) Choekyi Gyaltsen, 10th Panchen Lama (b. 1938) More anniversaries: February 18 February 19 February 20 Archive By email List of days of the year About

German parade floats mocking Trump are real. Here's why the caricatures were displayed

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 00:34:09 UTC

While the date of the parades lined up with Presidents Day in the U.S., several German cities actually held annual Rose Monday parades.

Unclear whether Seahawks will make customary White House visit

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 00:53:43 UTC

Social media users claimed Seattle's Super Bowl champions declined an invitation, but evidence is lacking.

Don't fall for rumor Trump asked when he could kill Olympians who lost

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 11:02:23 UTC

While this claim began as a joke, the president did call a U.S. skier "a real loser" for speaking about the country's current political state.

Did George Will report Fox News cut away from Trump mid-speech? Watch out

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 12:01:35 UTC

This is just the latest fabricated video appearing to show the conservative columnist sounding off about Trump.

Unpacking claim Seahawks QB Sam Darnold owed more in California taxes than his Super Bowl bonus

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 14:02:18 UTC

A rumor circulated that Darnold owed the state of California $249,000 after receiving a Super Bowl victory bonus of $178,000.

Epstein files' references to 'jerky' fuel cannibalism claims. The records tell a different story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 16:01:53 UTC

As victims of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes continued seeking justice, users flooded social media with conspiracy theories about food, including jerky.

Did Woody Harrelson criticize Trump in 2017 interview?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 19:11:17 UTC

A video depicted Harrelson as allegedly saying he wished "that there were a way to get rid of" Trump and replace him with "a great president."

2026 Winter Olympics rumors we've raced to investigate

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 19:20:40 UTC

With the 2026 Milano Cortina Games in the spotlight, claims about politicians and athletes tore through feeds like Olympic speed skaters.

Rumor Epstein said babies taste like cream cheese is unsubstantiated

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-19 22:44:55 UTC

While "cream cheese" and "babies" appear in an email exchange within the Epstein files, there's no evidence he was comparing the taste of the two.

February 20 Wikipedia featured article

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Zhang Jingsheng (20 February 1888 – 18 June 1970) was a Chinese philosopher and sexologist . Born to merchants in rural Guangdong , he was a militant supporter of the Tongmenghui revolutionaries. After being expelled from school, Zhang entered Peking University and became an advocate for European ideas of social Darwinism , scientific racism , and eugenics . He changed his personal name to Jingsheng, meaning 'competition for survival'. After the 1911 Revolution , Zhang went to France to study philosophy, receiving his doctorate in 1919. He soon became a professor at Peking, publishing two books advocating for a utopian society arranged around aesthetics . In 1926, he published the sexology text Sex Histories . Zhang was ridiculed by the Chinese media and academia for this work, and tabloids gave him the mocking nickname Dr. Sex. After an unsuccessful bookstore venture in Shanghai, he returned home and worked in obscurity. Zhang was persecuted during the Cultural Revolution and died in confinement. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Mindful" (song) Ælfwynn, wife of Æthelstan Half-King USS Romeo Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 20

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 00:03:42 UTC

February 20 : Day of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes in Ukraine (2014 ) Depiction of the Kraków Uprising 1816 – The Barber of Seville , an opera buffa composed by Gioachino Rossini , premiered at the Teatro Argentina in Rome to jeers from the audience. 1846 – Polish insurgents in the Free City of Kraków led an uprising (depicted) attempting to incite a fight for national independence that was put down by the Austrian Empire nine days later. 1931 – Paraguayan anarchists briefly seized the city of Encarnación as part of a larger plan to initiate a social revolution in the country. 1943 – The Saturday Evening Post published the first of Norman Rockwell 's Four Freedoms , among the most widely distributed paintings ever produced, in support of U.S. president Franklin D. Roosevelt 's Four Freedoms . 1965 – The NASA spacecraft Ranger 8 spacecraft transmitted 7,137 photographs of the Moon in the final 23 minutes of its mission before crashing as planned into Mare Tranquillitatis . Judith Montefiore (b. 1784) Forbes Burnham (b. 1923) Percy Grainger (d. 1961) Audrey Munson (d. 1996) More anniversaries: February 19 February 20 February 21 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Texas GOP candidate Bo French called for deporting several Native Americans

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 00:21:46 UTC

His campaign said he didn't call to deport all Native Americans, but rather only the ones in the photograph he posted with his comment.

Did Jesse Jackson's family bar Obama from funeral? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 00:29:39 UTC

With the exception of a brief rift in 2008, the two publicly maintained mutual respect. A family representative told Snopes the rumor was false.

Did Randy Fine illegally vote on behalf of others in Florida House? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 11:01:46 UTC

A video that appeared to show Fine pressing voting buttons on other state representatives' desks circulated online in early 2026.

Did Canada's Carney walk out on Trump, as George Will allegedly reported? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 12:02:39 UTC

The video presented a highly specific and dramatic scenario. There's no evidence it ever happened.

Sen. Jon Husted received donations from Epstein associate Les Wexner. We followed the money

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 14:02:08 UTC

Husted voted against releasing the Epstein files in September 2025 but reversed course in November.

17 rumors about Epstein's emails we've unraveled

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 16:02:31 UTC

We've shed light on several claims — true and false — since millions of documents tied to Epstein were released in late January 2026.

Is this a real image of Cadbury 'Eid Egg'? We cracked open the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 17:20:17 UTC

The rumor wasn’t eggs-actly true

Posts claim transcript shows McConnell, Kevin McCarthy discussed 'bringing back slavery.' There's no proof

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 18:48:42 UTC

Versions of the alleged phone call shared online were scant on details about when the conversation supposedly took place.

Did Trump once say Obama would start war with Iran due to his inability to negotiate?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 19:24:18 UTC

In a years-old video that resurfaced online in early 2026 amid increasing U.S. tensions with Iran, Trump also called Obama "weak" and "ineffective."

Does video show White House Black History Month reception guests chanting '4 more years'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 21:21:10 UTC

The U.S. Constitution bars Trump from serving a third presidential term.

Stevie Wonder appears in Epstein files for refusing to perform for Israeli army. Here's why

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 22:49:09 UTC

Files the DOJ released appeared to include newsletters Epstein subscribed to — not just his personal correspondence.

Unraveling false rumor Savannah Guthrie's husband's company is in Epstein files

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-20 23:36:57 UTC

Posts tried to link the disappearance and possible abduction of Nancy Guthrie to Michael Feldman's supposed ties to the Epstein documents.

February 21 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 00:01:32 UTC

Shigi Qutuqu (c. 1178 – 1260) was a high-ranking official during the early decades of the Mongol Empire . The adopted son of the empire's founder Temüjin (later titled Genghis Khan) and his wife Börte , Shigi Qutuqu played an important role in the codification of Mongol law , serving with distinction as an administrator in northern China. He was brought up in Temüjin's household and was one of the first Mongols to become literate. The Secret History exaggerates Shigi Qutuqu's role in the years after the empire's foundation, but he was nevertheless appointed to several high-ranking legal positions, in which he served during the Mongol conquest of the Jin dynasty . He was the commander during the only Mongol defeat in the western campaign against Khwarazmia , being overcome by Jalal al-Din at the 1221 Battle of Parwan . Shigi Qutuqu continued his career as an official during the reign of his adopted brother Ögedei Khan , Genghis's successor. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Zhang Jingsheng "Mindful" (song) Ælfwynn, wife of Æthelstan Half-King Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 21

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 00:09:15 UTC

February 21 Lucy Hobbs Taylor 1828 – The inaugural issue of the Cherokee Phoenix , the first newspaper in a Native American language, was published. 1866 – Lucy Hobbs Taylor (pictured) became the first woman to receive a doctorate from a dental college . 1919 – Bavarian socialist Kurt Eisner , who had organized the German Revolution that overthrew the Wittelsbach monarchy and established Bavaria as a republic, was assassinated. 1929 – Nanjing decade : In the first battle of the Warlord Rebellion in northeastern Shandong against the Nationalist government of China, a 24,000-strong rebel force led by Zhang Zongchang was defeated at Zhifu by 7,000 NRA troops. 1973 – After accidentally straying into the airspace of the Israeli-occupied Sinai Peninsula , Libyan Arab Airlines Flight 114 was shot down by two Israeli fighter aircraft , killing 108 of the 113 people on board. Goscombe John (b. 1860) Rhonda Sing (b. 1961) Helen Hooven Santmyer (d. 1986) Margot Fonteyn (d. 1991) More anniversaries: February 20 February 21 February 22 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Jesse Jackson once praise Trump for his commitment to underserved communities?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 00:09:19 UTC

A 1999 comment resurfaced following the Civil Rights leader's death.

Epstein files mention party with 'a dozen one-year-olds.' We looked for answers

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 00:21:46 UTC

Users questioned an email to Jeffrey Epstein that mentioned "a party with a dozen beautiful East Side girls" and then referred to toddlers.

Ex-Prince Andrew once said royals aren't allowed to play Monopoly because 'it gets too vicious'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 14:01:47 UTC

The former prince's comment resurfaced online after British police arrested him on suspicion of misconduct related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

8 fake images of Epstein with prominent figures we've debunked after latest files release

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-21 19:01:52 UTC

The fabricated images often circulated alongside broader allegations tying various politicians to Epstein's crimes.

On this day: February 22

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 00:01:39 UTC

February 22 Daytona International Speedway 1371 – Robert II became King of Scots as the first monarch of the House of Stewart . 1959 – Lee Petty won the first edition of the Daytona 500 , a NASCAR auto race at the Daytona International Speedway (pictured) in Florida. 1974 – Samuel Byck attempted to hijack an aircraft at Baltimore/Washington International Airport with the intention of crashing it into the White House to assassinate U.S. president Richard Nixon , but he was stopped by police. 2019 – A group broke into the North Korean embassy in Madrid , Spain, and stole several mobile telephones and digital storage devices. Peder Syv (b. 1631) James Russell Lowell (b. 1819) Clarence 13X (b. 1928) Bronwyn Oliver (b. 1959) More anniversaries: February 21 February 22 February 23 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Snopestionary: 8 tips to vet fundraisers and protect your donations

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 00:01:42 UTC

Here is how to make sure your money is going to a legitimate cause.

February 22 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 00:02:46 UTC

Shigeru Miyamoto, Donkey Kong's creator Donkey Kong is a character created by Shigeru Miyamoto (pictured) for the Japanese video game company Nintendo . He stars in the Donkey Kong franchise while also appearing in the Mario franchise. Donkey Kong is a large, powerful gorilla who leads the Kong family of simians . Stubborn and buffoonish, he attacks using barrels. Donkey Kong debuted as the antagonist in Donkey Kong (1981), characterized as Mario 's rebellious pet. Since Donkey Kong Country (1994), he has appeared as a player character protecting his stash of bananas. Donkey Kong has also appeared in animation, comics, children's books, theme park attractions, and merchandise such as Lego toys. Journalists regard Donkey Kong as one of the greatest video game characters. The Donkey Kong franchise was Nintendo's first major international success and remains one of its bestselling franchises. Donkey Kong has been the subject of analysis regarding his gender role and his transition from villain to hero. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Shigi Qutuqu Zhang Jingsheng "Mindful" (song) Archive By email More featured articles About

Was Florida man arrested after baptizing alligator in Waffle House? Don't bite

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 03:02:06 UTC

According to the claim, the man attempted to use a pitcher of iced tea to perform the "baptism."

Beware alleged Epstein and Courtney Love photo

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 14:02:02 UTC

Although the image originated from a parody account, some users believed it was real.

Did Melania and Barron Trump open 'Hope Medical Center' for homeless?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-22 19:02:20 UTC

The first lady and her son opened two free hospitals in a single month — if Facebook posts were to be believed.

February 23 Wikipedia featured article

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Relief depicting spoils from the Jerusalem Temple carried in a triumphal procession The First Jewish–Roman War (66–73/74 CE) was the first of three major Jewish rebellions against the Roman Empire . Fought in the province of Judaea , it was bloodily supressed and resulted in the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple . After the client kingdom of Judaea was annexed as a Roman province in 6 CE, tensions grew due to harsh governance and social, ethnic, and religious divisions. Open revolt erupted after the Roman governor Gessius Florus looted the temple in Jerusalem and killed many civilians. Early rebel successes included the defeat of Cestius Gallus at Bethoron , but Roman forces under Vespasian and later his son Titus reconquered the province. Jerusalem fell in 70 CE after a devastating siege , and the last resistance ended with the fall of Masada . The war profoundly reshaped Jewish history and religion , accelerated the separation between early Christianity and Judaism , strengthened the Flavian dynasty , and set the stage for the later catastrophic Bar Kokhba revolt . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Donkey Kong (character) Shigi Qutuqu Zhang Jingsheng Archive By email More featured articles About

Does video show 'humanoid' robot in London? We inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 00:01:52 UTC

Some robotics companies develop robots that look like people, but the video from the U.K. capital appeared to show a human woman in costume.

On this day: February 23

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 00:04:33 UTC

February 23 : The Emperor's Birthday in Japan (1960 ) Christian, Duke of Saxe-Weissenfels 1725 – Johann Sebastian Bach premiered his Shepherd Cantata for the birthday of Christian, Duke of Saxe-Weissenfels (pictured) . 1854 – The Orange River Convention was signed in Bloemfontein , with the United Kingdom agreeing to recognise the independence of the Orange Free State in present-day South Africa. 1886 – American inventor Charles Martin Hall discovered an inexpensive method of producing aluminium . 1987 – SN 1987A , the first supernova that modern astronomers were able to study in great detail, was observed from Earth occurring in the Large Magellanic Cloud . 2021 – Riots in four Ecuadorian prisons , caused by gang rivalries, resulted in the deaths of 79 inmates. al-Zafir (b. 1133) Allan MacLeod Cormack (b. 1924) Edward Elgar (d. 1934) Shiena Nishizawa (b. 1997) More anniversaries: February 22 February 23 February 24 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did dog illegally vote in California election? Sniffing out the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 03:02:14 UTC

Prosecutors said a vote cast in the dog's name was counted in California's 2021 gubernatorial recall election.

Did Trump make over 4K wire transfers to Epstein totaling $1B? Claim doesn't add up

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 11:02:20 UTC

Democratic U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden said his aides identified 4,725 transactions to and from one of Epstein's bank accounts. He did not mention Trump.

Photo shows Bill Clinton typing out email in 1998. But was it his first?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 12:02:30 UTC

Clinton himself said he wrote his first email in November 1998. His late White House technology director begged to differ.

Ditch images showing abandoned KFC bucket-shaped restaurant

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 14:00:48 UTC

Posts asked if you would visit the establishment. We would — if it was real.

Trump said US is only country that allows mail-in ballots. Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 16:01:38 UTC

At least 31 other nations allow in-country postal voting, either for all voters or for some.

Did Trump say Queen Elizabeth II should pardon ex-Prince Andrew?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 20:43:48 UTC

The alleged Trump post circulated after the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Watch out for video claiming Ghislaine Maxwell is walking free around Quebec

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 21:24:48 UTC

According to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, Maxwell was serving a 20-year prison sentence in Texas in early 2026.

Image of Melania Trump pole dancing for Epstein isn't real. Here's the proof

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-23 23:49:54 UTC

Melania Trump has been the subject of frequent suspicious “photos” claiming to connect her to Epstein or his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.

February 24 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 00:02:43 UTC

Yuma, Colorado , served as an inspiration for Haruf's small-town settings. Alan Kent Haruf (1943–2014) was an American writer born and raised in Colorado . He wrote six novels and several short stories set on the High Plains . As a young man Haruf enrolled in the Peace Corps in lieu of military service before receiving a master's degree from the University of Iowa . He initially struggled to establish a career as a writer. Haruf spent years teaching English at a high school and at universities. His writing was first published in 1984 when he was 41. Commercial success eluded him until the publication of Plainsong in 1999, which became a bestseller. Throughout Haruf's career, critics praised his spare and elegant prose, authentic portrayals of rural life, and attention to the beauty found in ordinary things, although he was occasionally criticized for redundancy. A Colorado magazine, 5280 , wrote that Haruf is "widely considered Colorado's finest novelist", and the Dublin Review of Books called his work "both uniquely American and profoundly universal". (Full article... ) Recently featured: First Jewish–Roman War Donkey Kong (character) Shigi Qutuqu Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 24

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 00:03:26 UTC

February 24 : Independence Day in Estonia (1918 ) Louis Thomas Villaret de Joyeuse 1711 – George Frideric Handel 's Rinaldo , the first Italian-language opera written specifically for the London stage, premiered. 1809 – Napoleonic Wars : The British invasion of Martinique ended with the unconditional surrender of French admiral Louis Thomas Villaret de Joyeuse (pictured) , beginning a five-year occupation of the island. 1979 – Uganda–Tanzania War : Ugandan government forces fled Masaka as the Tanzania People's Defence Force bombarded and captured the town . 1989 – United Airlines Flight 811 experienced uncontrolled decompression after leaving Honolulu International Airport , Hawaii, blowing seats out of the aircraft and killing nine passengers. Æthelberht of Kent (d. 616) Judah Folkman (b. 1933) Gabriele Schnaut (b. 1951) Leo Ornstein (d. 2002) More anniversaries: February 23 February 24 February 25 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Trump call C-SPAN as 'John Barron' after SCOTUS tariff ruling? We inspected the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 00:04:02 UTC

The U.S. president reportedly used the alias "John Barron" to call New York City reporters in the 1980s.

Breaking down report British grandmother on tourist visa was detained by ICE

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 00:38:27 UTC

According to The Guardian, 65-year-old Karen Newton spent six weeks in a Tacoma ICE detention facility.

Tune out claim about Stephen Colbert's impromptu 3 a.m. broadcast

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 00:50:23 UTC

Posts implied the late-night host had received a threat from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Did Eric Clapton stop 1992 concert to bring deaf teen onstage? Not so fast

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 11:01:49 UTC

Social media posts claimed the moment happened at a September 1992 show in Birmingham. Tour records don't back it up.

9 rumors about Iran and Trump, examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 12:02:58 UTC

Trump is reportedly considering a limited military strike on Iran to pressure the country into curbing its nuclear program.

Epstein files don't reveal Ellen DeGeneres is 'prolific cannibal,' despite claims

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 14:02:37 UTC

Though the files reference cannibalism and ritualistic sacrifice, no evidence links them to DeGeneres.

Did ICE find more than 3,000 missing children in Minnesota? Unpacking Trump admin's claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 16:02:05 UTC

Rather than "missing" children, it was more likely a matter of missing paperwork.

Why Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum once said war on narcos was 'fascism'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 21:58:20 UTC

Her quote gained new life after an operation by Mexico's federal forces led to the death of cartel boss "El Mencho."

Olympian Alysa Liu did not say she no longer believes in pronouns, pro-LGBTQ+ stance

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 23:13:00 UTC

Liu has a close, public friendship with fellow Olympic gold medalist Amber Glenn, an openly queer woman and LGBTQ+ advocate.

Video shows Trump saying he'd 'have to' bring women's hockey team to White House

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-24 23:49:31 UTC

The footage shows the president saying he "probably would be impeached" if he didn't extend his invitation for the men's team to the women's team too.

February 25 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 00:01:42 UTC

The Voices of Morebath: Reformation and Rebellion in an English Village is a 2001 non-fiction book by the historian Eamon Duffy . It concerns Morebath , England, during the English Reformation of the 16th century. Using the churchwarden's accounts maintained by Sir Christopher Trychay , the vicar of Morebath's parish , Duffy recounts the religious and social implications of the Reformation in a small conservative Catholic community through the reign of Henry VIII , during the violent 1549 Prayer Book Rebellion , and into the Elizabethan era . Trychay's accounts – first reprinted in 1904 – had been used in other scholarly works and were first encountered by Duffy in 1992. Duffy's work depicts both Morebath and Trychay through their strong early resistance to the Reformation to their eventual adoption of new religious norms under the Protestant Elizabethan Religious Settlement . In 2002, the work won the Hawthornden Prize and the book was shortlisted for both the Samuel Johnson Prize and British Academy Book Prize . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Kent Haruf First Jewish–Roman War Donkey Kong (character) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 25

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 00:04:10 UTC

February 25 : Soviet Occupation Day in Georgia (1921 ); National Day in Kuwait (1961 ); Beginning of the Nineteen-Day Fast (Baháʼí Faith , 2024) USS Ranger 1843 – Royal Navy captain Lord George Paulet began a five-month occupation of the Hawaiian Islands . 1933 – USS Ranger (pictured) , the United States Navy 's first purpose-built aircraft carrier , was launched. 1951 – After being postponed due to World War II, the inaugural edition of the Pan American Games opened in Buenos Aires , Argentina. 1994 – Israeli physician Baruch Goldstein opened fire on Palestinian Muslims praying at the mosque in Hebron 's Cave of the Patriarchs , killing 29 people and wounding 125 others. 2009 – At their headquarters in Pilkhana , members of the Bangladesh Rifles began a mutiny that resulted in 82 deaths. Emma Catherine Embury (b. 1806) Elizabeth Gertrude Britton (d. 1934) Divya Bharti (b. 1974) Don Bradman (d. 2001) More anniversaries: February 24 February 25 February 26 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Does photo show Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, with Epstein's ex-girlfriend Karyna Shuliak?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 00:43:04 UTC

The Russian state TV network RT and social media users shared the picture, alleging it showed Meghan traveling with Epstein's last girlfriend.

Don't fall for AI-generated images of Puerto Vallarta after cartel attacks

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 00:56:23 UTC

The image depicted one of the Mexican city's most iconic landmarks, the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, on fire. There's no evidence that happened.

Epstein files don't reveal Leonardo DiCaprio ate 70 pounds of 'child meat'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 11:01:51 UTC

Social media posts cited the Department of Justice's Epstein document release, but no credible evidence shows DiCaprio engaged in cannibalism.

This photo doesn't show Melania Trump on Epstein's plane. Here's where it was really taken

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 12:02:20 UTC

Online users shared a meme claiming as a "fun fact" that the U.S. first lady once took partially nude modeling photos on the late sex offender's jet.

The energy habits that cause the most family arguments

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 13:21:04 UTC

On a day when energy bills are making headlines, we thought we'd share new research on the energy habits that lead to the most household arguments. A smart meter. File pic: iStock

'It's an epidemic': Britons using refund trick to get free meals and goods - and we'll all suffer consequences

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 13:36:40 UTC

A "friendly fraud" trick used against shopkeepers and restaurants is becoming an "epidemic", experts have warned. Pic: iStock

Tune out claims mechanic escaped from hospital that secretly harvested organs

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 14:01:29 UTC

The clip provided no hospital name, location or evidence for its dramatic allegations.

Was Ghislaine Maxwell replaced with a body double in prison?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 16:01:43 UTC

Maxwell testified before the U.S. House Oversight Committee via video conference, sparking rumors about her appearance.

Why Rep. Al Green held 'apes' sign protesting Trump at 2026 State of the Union

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 20:11:58 UTC

Green cited a racist video posted — then deleted — by Trump's Truth Social account that portrayed the Obamas as apes in early February 2026.

Unpacking claims former Norwegian PM attempted suicide over Epstein ties

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 21:04:15 UTC

Thorbjørn Jagland was hospitalized, but his lawyer denied that he had tried to end his life.

Posts claim Kash Patel's flight to Milan cost taxpayers $400K. That estimate seems a little high

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-25 23:51:55 UTC

This wasn't the first time the FBI director was accused of using the government's private jets for personal matters.

February 26 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 00:01:35 UTC

First page of The Detective's Album Mary Fortune (1832–1911) was an Australian writer who was one of the earliest female authors of detective fiction . Born in Ireland, she lived in Canada before moving to the Australian goldfields in 1855. She began writing for local newspapers soon after her arrival, and was a prolific pseudonymous contributor to The Australian Journal for more than four decades. Her writing primarily consisted of short crime stories – including her best-known work, the 500-story series The Detective's Album (pictured) – but also included serial novels, journalism, poetry, and a memoir. She also wrote romances, Gothic fiction , and ghost stories. Her writing drew on her experiences in the goldfields and in Melbourne's rapidly urbanising environment; she often criticised colonial society and its treatment of women. Despite her popularity as a writer, Fortune experienced unstable housing and alcoholism, and died in poverty. Her identity, obscured by pseudonyms, was not rediscovered until the 1950s. (Full article... ) Recently featured: The Voices of Morebath Kent Haruf First Jewish–Roman War Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 26

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 00:01:52 UTC

February 26 Nabonassar's name in Akkadian 747 BC – According to Ptolemy , the reign of the Babylonian king Nabonassar (name in Akkadian pictured) began, marking a new era characterized by the systematic maintenance of chronologically precise historical records. 1914 – RMS Britannic , the third and largest Olympic -class ocean liner of the White Star Line after RMS Olympic and RMS Titanic , was launched at the Harland & Wolff shipyard in Belfast . 1979 – The Superliner railcar entered revenue service with Amtrak . 1995 – Barings Bank , the oldest merchant bank in London, was declared insolvent after its head derivatives trader in Singapore, Nick Leeson , lost £827 million while making unauthorised trades on futures contracts . 2014 – Former editor-in-chief of Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao Kevin Lau was stabbed , prompting concerns and protests about media freedom. Fatima bint al-Ahmar (d. 1349) Archibald Campbell, 9th Earl of Argyll (b. 1629) Recep Tayyip Erdoğan (b. 1954) Jennie Smillie Robertson (d. 1981) More anniversaries: February 25 February 26 February 27 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Trump said he'd send 'criminals or people that don't work' elsewhere if he could

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 11:01:33 UTC

Trump made the statement during a speech meant to honor "American lives tragically taken by criminal illegal aliens," according to the White House.

7 fake images of Melania Trump we've fact-checked

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 12:01:41 UTC

AI-generated images seemed to show the first lady kissing Epstein on the cheek, opening a hospital and pole dancing.

Police officer sacked and banned from profession for using WFH trick

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 12:53:01 UTC

A police sergeant has been sacked for using a picture frame to weigh down her laptop keys and give the false impression she was working from home. An iStock photo of hands typing on a keyboard

Story about Canadian WWII nun poisoning Nazis with soup can be laid to rest

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 14:02:00 UTC

We found numerous signs the rumor was AI-generated.

Unpacking rumor ICE agents aren't receiving $50K bonuses

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 15:30:05 UTC

The source of the rumor, a subreddit for ICE employees, was quickly set to private after reports documenting employee complaints went public.

Debunking allegations Erika Kirk was involved in child trafficking

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 16:01:45 UTC

Social media users linked Kirk to Romania-related lawsuits and Epstein files, though neither provided proof of her alleged criminal conduct.

Posts claim Willie Nelson helped woman named Sarah Mitchell become country singer. Block out the noise

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 17:25:10 UTC

The tale was described as a "dramatized narrative" in which the events were "fictionalized for storytelling purposes."

Inspecting Trump's 2026 State of the Union claim that zero 'illegal aliens' were admitted to US in 9 months

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 18:20:05 UTC

The president's claim slightly conflated immigration terminology about how Border Patrol processes immigrants into the U.S.

Fake image of Carney with US, Canadian women's hockey teams praised as 'class act'

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 18:46:11 UTC

The U.S. women's hockey team declined Trump's invitation to attend his State of the Union address, prompting comparisons to Canada's prime minister.

Did Trump feed US Olympic men's hockey team McDonald's at White House?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 20:56:26 UTC

The men's hockey team visited the White House after winning gold at the 2026 Olympics.

Videos falsely claim Nancy Guthrie's body was found in pond near Catalina Foothills

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-26 23:00:37 UTC

People shared the news-report-style videos with footage showing police handling human remains during past, unrelated investigations.

February 27 Wikipedia featured article

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Fort Southerland is a redoubt built during the American Civil War to protect Camden, Arkansas . Confederate forces built it along with four other redoubts in early 1864 after a Union victory in the Little Rock campaign the previous year. Fort Southerland is about the size of a city block and is roughly oval. It could hold three cannons. When Union forces captured Camden in April 1864 during the Camden Expedition , they improved the defenses of the five redoubts, which were not sufficient for proper defense of the city. After the Confederates retook Camden later that month, they continued to improve the city's defenses. The fort lies within Fort Southerland Park, a municipal park dedicated in 1974. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994, and is part of the Camden Expedition Sites National Historic Landmark . Along with Fort Lookout , it is one of only two of the redoubts around Camden still in existence. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Mary Fortune The Voices of Morebath Kent Haruf Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 27

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 00:02:52 UTC

February 27 : Feast day of Saint Gregory of Narek (Catholicism ) Memorial to the victims of the Sumgait pogrom 1776 – American Revolutionary War : A Patriot victory at the Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge resulted in the arrests of 850 Loyalists over the following days. 1814 – Peninsular War : In the south of France, Spanish, British and Portuguese soldiers under the command of the Marquess of Wellington defeated French soldiers in the Battle of Orthez , causing the French to retreat east. 1988 – The Armenian community of Sumgait in Azerbaijan was the target of a violent pogrom (memorial pictured) . 1996 – The multimedia franchise Pokémon was launched with the release of the video games Pocket Monsters Red and Green . Robert of Melun (d. 1167) Alice Hamilton (b. 1869) Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar (d. 1956) Leah Poulton (b. 1984) More anniversaries: February 26 February 27 February 28 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Did Bondi say feds will visit households that watched 'Jeopardy!' over State of the Union?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 00:06:40 UTC

We'll take "things that never happened" for $1,000, Ken.

Watch out for video of US women's hockey captain Hilary Knight declining White House invite

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 00:44:09 UTC

Knight responded to President Donald Trump's comments about the women's hockey team during an ESPN interview, but this wasn't what she said.

7 rumors involving FBI Director Kash Patel, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 11:01:36 UTC

Trump's FBI director has faced multiple accusations about his use of taxpayer money.

Is Katy Perry pregnant with twins? Don't be fooled

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 12:00:53 UTC

The pop star had not announced a pregnancy with Justin Trudeau, despite posts claiming otherwise.

Did poet Amanda Gorman 'confront' Trump in TV debate?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 14:02:19 UTC

Gorman's alleged takedown of Trump mirrored other, similar false stories about celebrities reportedly confronting the president on TV.

Don't fall for alleged image of Trump and Epstein getting feet washed by girl

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 15:07:42 UTC

The image was created by Alison Jackson, an artist who creates "convincingly realistic photographs."

Does video show Hydra-like sea monster frozen in ice shelf? There's nothing to fear

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 16:01:54 UTC

Online users said the video reminded them of the "Godzilla" franchise's King Ghidorah and "Game of Thrones" dragons, as well as mythical creatures.

Photo allegedly shows Ghislaine Maxwell with Chief Justice John Roberts. Here's the real story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 17:11:32 UTC

We've investigated several images claiming to show Maxwell with high-profile individuals.

Was Aliya Rahman arrested while attending Trump's 2026 State of the Union speech?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 17:37:35 UTC

Rahman, a disabled U.S. citizen, made headlines in January 2026 after U.S. immigration officers dragged her out of a car.

Fake photo of Epstein and Clintons spreads online

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 21:04:31 UTC

Hillary Clinton said during a February 2026 deposition that she did "not recall ever encountering" Epstein.

Is Ghislaine Maxwell's sister behind Amber Alerts? Here's the real origin story

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 21:34:50 UTC

The nationwide alerts system has been used to search for missing children who are believed to be abducted.

GOP lawmakers say feds spent about $250M on transgender animal testing. That's misleading

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 22:50:02 UTC

The claim originated from reports published by the conservative-led nonprofit White Coat Waste, which aims to end animal testing.

Are 'MAGA billionaires' buying CNN?

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 23:11:26 UTC

After Netflix bowed out from the Warner Bros. bidding war, Paramount looks likely to take over.

FBI tip claims Trump witnessed Epstein victim's baby being killed, dumped in Lake Michigan. It remains unverified

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-27 23:58:56 UTC

The FBI declined to comment and the White House said it was among "untrue and sensationalist" claims made against Trump leading up to 2020 election.

February 28 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-28 00:02:09 UTC

Exit building of Hume station Hume MRT station is an underground Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station on the Downtown Line (DTL) in Singapore. Featuring a colour scheme of green, yellow, and white, the station has two exits and serves the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve , the Rail Corridor , and the Former Ford Factory , the latter of which is depicted in the Art-in-Transit artwork Continuity . The station was initially built only with structural provisions due to a lack of projected ridership, with works completed in 2014. Following petitions by nearby residents to improve connectivity around the area, the government announced the start of construction of the remaining facilities in March 2019. Fitting-out works began in February 2021, and the station opened on 28 February 2025, ahead of the original deadline of the second quarter of the same year. Hume was the first underground infill station on the Singapore MRT network. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Fort Southerland Mary Fortune The Voices of Morebath Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: February 28

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-28 00:04:58 UTC

February 28 : Kalevala Day in Finland; Peace Memorial Day in Taiwan Ranavalona III of Madagascar 202 BC – Rebel leader Liu Bang declared himself Emperor Gaozu of Han after overthrowing the Qin dynasty , the first imperial dynasty of China . 1897 – Ranavalona III (pictured) , the last sovereign ruler of the Kingdom of Madagascar , was deposed by French military forces. 1928 – Indian physicist C. V. Raman and his colleagues discovered what is now known as Raman scattering , for which he later became the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Physics . 1975 – A London Underground train failed to stop at the terminal Moorgate station , crashing and causing the deaths of 43 people . 2002 – During a period of religious violence in Gujarat , India, mobs of Hindus attacked Muslims in Naroda Patiya and in Chamanpura , resulting in 166 deaths. Cornelius Gemma (b. 1535) Alfred von Schlieffen (b. 1833) Charles Bassett and Elliot See (d. 1966 ) Koesbini (d. 1991) More anniversaries: February 27 February 28 March 1 Archive By email List of days of the year About

'I lost my father to suicide': Schoolgirl's assembly on the hardest of subjects

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-28 13:31:29 UTC

Evie likes scary movies, musicals and Taylor Swift - but there is something that sets her apart. Evie

Did Ilhan Omar marry her brother? Baseless rumor resurfaces

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-28 14:02:33 UTC

The Somali American representative has frequently been the target of such rumors.

25 rumors about Ghislaine Maxwell we've inspected

LadyJ1 — 2026-02-28 19:02:09 UTC

The U.S. Department of Justice's releases of Epstein-related files in early 2026 amplified scrutiny of Maxwell's connections to prominent people.

On this day: March 1

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-01 00:02:04 UTC

March 1 : Disability Day of Mourning ; Saint David's Day ; Independence Day in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina ; Yap Day in Yap State , Federated States of Micronesia Dmitri Mendeleev 1562 – An attempt by François, Duke of Guise , to disperse a church service by Huguenots in Wassy , France, turned into a massacre , resulting in 50 dead, and starting the French Wars of Religion . 1869 – The Russian chemist Dmitri Mendeleev (pictured) finished his design of the first periodic table . 1921 – The Australian cricket team , led by Warwick Armstrong , became the first team to complete a whitewash in the Ashes , an achievement that would not be repeated for 86 years. 1992 – A Bosnian-Serb wedding procession was attacked in Sarajevo , resulting in what is widely considered the first casualty of the Bosnian War . Roger North (d. 1734) Deke Slayton (b. 1924) Nick Griffin (b. 1959) Mustafa Barzani (d. 1979) More anniversaries: February 28 March 1 March 2 Archive By email List of days of the year About

March 1 Wikipedia featured article

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American release trailer High and Low is a Japanese police procedural film directed by Akira Kurosawa , released in Japan on 1 March 1963. It is a loose adaptation of the 1959 novel King's Ransom , by Evan Hunter under the pen name Ed McBain. Starring Toshirō Mifune and Tatsuya Nakadai , it tells the story of Japanese businessman Kingo Gondō, who plans to use his life savings in a leveraged buyout . When kidnappers mistakenly abduct his chauffeur's son for ransom—believing the boy to be Gondō's son Jun—Gondō must decide whether to use the money to complete the buyout or pay the ransom. High and Low became the highest-grossing film at the Japanese box office for 1963. It received positive reviews both domestically and abroad, with critical attention focusing on the film's structure, the moral humanism of Kurosawa's depiction of the class divide, and the use of blocking to demonstrate character relationships. The film has been influential among modern filmmakers, and has been remade multiple times internationally. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Hume MRT station Fort Southerland Mary Fortune Archive By email More featured articles About

Tune out claim 6 late-night hosts launched 'Voice of Truth' show

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-01 00:02:07 UTC

The story of an episode focused on the late Virginia Giuffre drawing 1.3 billion views was entirely fabricated.

Did Jesse Jackson's family say they didn't want Obama at funeral? Don't believe claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-01 03:02:13 UTC

Detractors sparked unfounded drama between the two as the Civil Rights leader's memorial services commenced.

Did Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy discuss 'bringing back slavery' on phone call? There's no proof

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-01 14:01:57 UTC

No credible reports provided details on when, where or why the alleged phone call took place.

Mexican cartels: 6 rumors we've unpacked

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-01 19:02:40 UTC

Violence flared in early 2026 after Mexican forces killed a top cartel leader.

On this day: March 2

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 00:01:19 UTC

March 2 : Fast of Esther (Judaism, 2026); Adwa Victory Day in Ethiopia, Independence Day in Texas Poster for The Sound of Music 1836 – Texas Revolution : At a convention of delegates in Washington-on-the-Brazos , the Mexican state of Texas adopted a declaration of independence , establishing the Republic of Texas . 1965 – The Sound of Music (poster pictured) was released in American theatres; it became the highest-grossing film of all time. 1970 – The Rhodesian monarchy was abolished by the government of Rhodesia , which declared the internationally unrecognised country to be a republic. 1995 – Researchers at Fermilab in Illinois announced the discovery of the top quark , the most massive of all observed elementary particles . 2014 – The Oscar selfie , considered to be one of the most influential photographs of all time, was taken at the 86th Academy Awards ceremony. Margaret Sibella Brown (b. 1866) James A. Gilmore (b. 1876) Grete Hermann (b. 1901) Bryce Dallas Howard (b. 1981) More anniversaries: March 1 March 2 March 3 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Breaking down false claim 'jerky' in Epstein files references human meat

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 00:02:18 UTC

As victims continued seeking justice for Epstein's crimes, online users claimed emailed mentions of food — jerky included — were secret code words.

March 2 Wikipedia featured article

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NGC 4414 , a typical spiral galaxy A galaxy is a massive system bound together by gravity that contains stars and surrounding matter , stellar remnants , interstellar matter, and dark matter , all orbiting a common center of gravity . Typical galaxies range from as few as 10 million stars up to supergiants with 100 trillion stars, but most of the mass is dark matter. The Solar System is in the Milky Way galaxy, whose nearest large neighbor, the Andromeda Galaxy , is about 750,000 parsecs (2.4 million light years ) away from Earth; the two galaxies dominate the Local Group . There are probably more than 200 billion galaxies in the observable universe . Most are 1,000 to 100,000 parsecs (about 300 to 300,000 ly ) in diameter and are often separated from their neighbors by millions of parsecs. There is evidence that supermassive black holes exist at the center of many, if not all, galaxies. The Milky Way, a spiral galaxy with a diameter of at least 26,800 parsecs (87,400 ly), has such an object at the Galactic Center . (Full article... ) Recently featured: High and Low (1963 film) Hume MRT station Fort Southerland Archive By email More featured articles About

7 claims about Leonardo DiCaprio we've screened

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 03:02:21 UTC

The Academy Award-winning Hollywood actor, who's starred in dozens of blockbuster movies, has been subject to myriad rumors over the years.

Did ex-Prince Andrew say royals couldn't play Monopoly because 'it gets too vicious'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 11:02:29 UTC

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's past comments spread after British police arrested him in connection with his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Contextualizing claim deployed US Navy sailors pay for their meals at sea

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 12:01:35 UTC

A policy change in 2002 resulted in service members getting a stipend to cover their meals.

23 rumors about Erika Kirk we've examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 14:37:57 UTC

Kirk has been at the center of a wave of online misinformation, ranging from fabricated allegations to satire presented as fact.

Why Stevie Wonder appears in Epstein files for refusing to perform for Israeli army

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 16:01:38 UTC

Among the released Epstein files were newsletters Epstein apparently subscribed to, not just his personal correspondence.

Story of Punch the monkey finding comfort in stuffed animal after abandonment melts hearts

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 19:54:15 UTC

Zookeepers at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan hand-reared the rescued monkey after his parents rejected him.

Did school officials try to 'secretly transition' Sage Blair, Trump's 2026 State of the Union guest? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 20:24:55 UTC

The claim was the focus of a lawsuit that a federal court dismissed in 2024.

Department of Education hung Charlie Kirk banner on DC building near education heroes message

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 21:05:22 UTC

Kirk's portrait appeared alongside images of education advocates Booker T. Washington and Catharine Beecher.

Vance once wrote op-ed claiming Trump's best foreign policy during first term was 'not starting any wars'

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 21:23:20 UTC

The 2023 Wall Street Journal piece recirculated following the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran in late February 2026.

Fake image of man in Kuwait confronting crashed US fighter pilot spreads after jets shot down

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 23:09:22 UTC

U.S. Central Command said Kuwaiti air defenses shot down three U.S. fighter pilots in an "apparent friendly fire incident."

Did UN Security Council label Trump a 'war criminal' after Iran strikes? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 23:39:45 UTC

The United States has veto power in the U.N. Security Council, meaning it would need U.S. support to label Trump a war criminal.

Inspecting video said to show Iranian mourners calling for revenge over strikes that killed Khamenei

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-02 23:57:12 UTC

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died during U.S. and Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic on Feb. 28, 2026.

March 3 Wikipedia featured article

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John Tonkin (1902–1995) was the premier of Western Australia from 3 March 1971 to 8 April 1974. Born and receiving most of his education in the Goldfields town of Boulder , Tonkin became a member of the Labor Party and a minister in the Willcock , Wise and Hawke governments. He was a member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly from 1933 to 1977, making him the longest-serving member of the Parliament of Western Australia as of 2021. Tonkin became premier after the 1971 state election , but with a majority of only one seat. The Tonkin government's achievements included reforms in industrial relations and employment, and the passing of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 . Labor was defeated in the 1974 state election , and Tonkin was succeeded as premier by Charles Court . Tonkin was made a companion of the Order of Australia in 1977, and has been honoured with the naming of the Tonkin Highway and John Tonkin College. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Galaxy High and Low (1963 film) Hume MRT station Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 3

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 00:02:17 UTC

March 3 : Purim (Judaism, 2026); Lantern Festival in China (2026); Hinamatsuri in Japan Metallica in 2024 1776 – American Revolutionary War : Samuel Nicholas and the Continental Marines successfully landed on New Providence in the Bahamas and began a raid of Nassau , capturing the port the next day. 1875 – The first indoor game of ice hockey was played at the Victoria Skating Rink in Montreal by James Creighton and students of McGill University . 1933 – The first Nazi concentration camp was opened in Nohra to reduce overcrowding in prisons from the arrest of German Communists . 1945 – A Polish Home Army unit massacred at least 150 Ukrainian civilians in Pawłokoma , Poland. 1986 – The American heavy metal band Metallica (pictured) released their third studio album, Master of Puppets , considered one of the greatest in the genre's history. Matthias de l'Obel (d. 1616) Michele Singer Reiner (b. 1955) Rebecca Lancefield (d. 1981) Maija Isola (d. 2001) More anniversaries: March 2 March 3 March 4 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Was Trump partying at Mar-a-Lago while US bombed Iran? We unpacked the claim

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 00:59:43 UTC

U.S. strikes on Iran began early Feb. 28. Trump spent the day at Mar-a-Lago and briefly stopped by a fundraiser as events unfolded.

Is image of Trump yelling at Hegseth in Oval Office real?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 11:02:02 UTC

Online users shared the alleged photo in March 2026 after the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes targeting Iran.

How the SAVE America Act could impact voting process for everyone, including married women

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 12:01:59 UTC

The Republican-backed legislation requiring proof of citizenship to vote would need to gain Democratic support to pass the Senate and become law.

Inspecting claim Netanyahu once said, 'America is a golden calf and we will suck it dry'

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 14:02:02 UTC

Netanyahu allegedly said he would exploit the US "until there is nothing left but the World’s biggest welfare state that we will create and control."

Does this photo show Ghislaine Maxwell at Chelsea Clinton's wedding?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 16:01:58 UTC

Online users reposted the image in late February 2026 after a House committee deposed Bill and Hillary Clinton regarding Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.

Investigating claim US troops were told Iran war is for 'Armageddon,' return of Jesus

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 22:47:04 UTC

One commander reportedly said U.S. President Donald Trump was "anointed by Jesus to light the signal fire in Iran."

Email saying Hillary Clinton was 'much prettier in person' is real. Epstein didn't send it

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 22:48:01 UTC

A simple read of the file in the DOJ's library clearly showed that a redacted sender wrote the message about Clinton rather than Epstein himself.

Who bombed girls' school in Iran? Examining unproven claims of military misfire

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-03 23:55:53 UTC

An unsubstantiated claim circulated on social media blaming an Iranian missile for the deadly strike on the Minab girls' school.

March 4 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 00:04:15 UTC

Model of a Montana -class battleship The Montana class was a planned class of battleships for the United States Navy ; five ships were approved for construction during World War II, but none were built. With increased anti-aircraft capability and thicker armor in all areas, the Montanas would have been the largest and most heavily armed US battleships ever, and rivaled Japan's Yamato -class battleships in terms of displacement . The first two vessels were approved by Congress in 1939 following the passage of the Naval Act of 1938 . The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor delayed the construction of the Montana class. The importance of carrier combat at the Battle of the Coral Sea and the Battle of Midway diminished the perceived value of the battleship, and the US Navy chose to cancel the Montana class before any keels were laid in favor of more urgently needed aircraft carriers as well as amphibious and anti-submarine vessels. Instead, the Navy continued production of Essex -class aircraft carriers and Iowa -class battleships . (Full article... ) Recently featured: John Tonkin Galaxy High and Low (1963 film) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 4

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 00:06:44 UTC

March 4 : Shushan Purim (Judaism, 2026); Feast day of Saint Casimir (Catholicism ) Władysław II Jagiełło 1386 – Jogaila, Grand Duke of Lithuania , was crowned King of Poland as Władysław II Jagiełło (pictured) , beginning the Jagiellonian dynasty . 1773 – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart departed Italy after the last of his three journeys there . 1899 – Cyclone Mahina struck Bathurst Bay , Queensland, killing more than 300 people in one of the deadliest natural disasters in Australian history. 1918 – A case of influenza was recorded at Camp Funston , Kansas, conventionally marking the beginning of the Spanish flu pandemic. 2017 – Construction began on a 69-metre (226 ft) statue of the Buddha at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in Bangkok . Hindal Mirza (b. 1519) Rosalind Pitt-Rivers (b. 1907) Aribert Reimann (b. 1936) Gary Gygax (d. 2008) More anniversaries: March 3 March 4 March 5 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Unpacking claims Polymarket bets on Iran strikes point to insider knowledge

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 00:33:33 UTC

Bettors on the site wagered more than half a billion dollars on when the U.S. would attack Iran. Some newer accounts made big money.

Kansas is revoking many trans people's driver's licenses due to new law

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 11:02:47 UTC

The legislation was written so that trans people's licenses are revoked immediately without a grace period to swap to new licenses.

Video allegedly shows Trump promising he wouldn't start war with Iran. Here's what he actually said

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 12:02:30 UTC

Donald Trump presented himself as an anti-war candidate during his 2024 presidential election campaign.

Posts claim Pete Hegseth has racist tattoos. We took a closer look

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 14:07:49 UTC

Claims that Hegseth has Nazi or white supremacist tattoos have circulated online since he was nominated by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Did Trump really say he'd start war to distract from Epstein files in 'leaked' phone call?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 16:02:00 UTC

In a purported recording of the call, Trump is alleged to have said, "If I go down, I will bring all of you down with me."

Rumor loss of 3 fighter jets in Iran operation cancels out alleged DOGE savings doesn't add up

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 20:26:32 UTC

Even if the claim wasn't labeled as satire, the cost of three fighter jets is far less than the amount DOGE claimed they saved taxpayers.

Investigating claim video shows downed US pilot in Kuwait being confronted by locals

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 20:45:35 UTC

The video was one of several circulating online in early March 2026 claiming to show downed U.S. planes and aircrew.

Did Trump threaten to invade Spain? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 22:04:59 UTC

In a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House, Donald Trump said, "We could just fly in and use" Spain's military bases.

Photo shows graves of Iranian girls killed in Minab school attack

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 23:08:21 UTC

Contrary to claims from Grok and others, the image does not show grave sites in Jakarta or Brazil.

Did White House say Barron Trump was 'too tall' for military service? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-04 23:57:56 UTC

Calls for Trump's youngest son to enlist intensified in March 2026 during the U.S.-Israel war with Iran.

On this day: March 5

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 00:04:43 UTC

March 5 : Learn from Lei Feng Day in China; St Piran's Day in Cornwall , England Prototype Spitfire K5054 1811 – Peninsular War : At the Battle of Barrosa , Anglo-Iberian forces trying to lift the Siege of Cádiz defeated a French attack but could not break the siege itself. 1825 – Roberto Cofresí , one of the last Caribbean pirates , was apprehended after his flagship sloop Anne was captured by authorities . 1936 – The prototype (pictured) of the Supermarine Spitfire flew for the first time. 1981 – The ZX81 , a pioneering British home computer , was launched by Sinclair Research , and went on to sell more than 1.5 million units around the world. Edward Cornwallis (b. 1713) J. R. Kealoha (d. 1877) Anna Akhmatova (d. 1966) Ailsa McKay (d. 2014) More anniversaries: March 4 March 5 March 6 Archive By email List of days of the year About

March 5 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 00:04:51 UTC

Lyon escaping from New Prison Elizabeth Lyon (fl. c. 1722–1726 ) was an English thief and prostitute. By 1723, she was working in London as a prostitute at the Black Lyon alehouse, where she began a relationship with Jack Sheppard . At Lyon's instigation, Sheppard stole from places where he worked, then moved to housebreaking; Lyon became an accomplice to his crimes. Sheppard was arrested on several occasions and broke out soon after incarceration, often assisted by Lyon. In May 1724, she was arrested when visiting him in prison, and the pair broke out of New Prison (pictured) . After Sheppard's execution in November 1724, Lyon entered into relationships with other men who were, or became, involved in housebreaking, and she sometimes assisted them. She was arrested in March 1726 and was transported to Maryland . Lyon's notoriety is based on her connection to Sheppard; in the years following his execution, novels were published and plays performed that retold their story. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Montana -class battleship John Tonkin Galaxy Archive By email More featured articles About

Tune out claim 'SpongeBob Square Pants' was created to entertain children trafficked by Epstein

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 11:02:39 UTC

Remarkably, this is the third time Snopes has fact-checked a claim attempting to connect the two.

Why 'pizza' mentions in Epstein files don't prove 'pizzagate' conspiracy theory

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 12:01:57 UTC

Online users and Colorado Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert failed to fully research the Epstein files before sharing the false claim.

12 rumors about Epstein's death we've examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 14:02:17 UTC

The FBI has repeatedly said Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide, but this hasn't stopped conspiracy theories regarding the convicted sex offender's death.

Did Iranians burn Baal statues at rallies? What we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 16:01:29 UTC

The statues at public rallies in Iran were apparently meant to represent the U.S., Israel and Jeffrey Epstein.

Sen. Thom Tillis didn't ask Kristi Noem about salacious text from Corey Lewandowski

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-05 21:37:41 UTC

Noem faced intense scrutiny from the Senate and House Oversight Committees in early March 2026.

March 6 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 00:01:36 UTC

Le Guin, author of Paradises Lost Paradises Lost is a science fiction novella by American author Ursula K. Le Guin (pictured) , first published in 2002 in the collection The Birthday of the World . Set during a multigenerational voyage from Earth to a potentially habitable planet, it follows two members of the fifth generation born aboard the vessel as the ship's society responds to the prospect of landing on a planet after generations spent in space. The novella explores the isolation brought on by space travel, as well as themes of religion and utopia. It has elements of ecocriticism , a critique of the idea that human beings are altogether separate from their natural environment. Scholar Max Haiven described the novella as "a chastening lesson in both the potential and the perils of freedom", while author Margaret Atwood said that it "shows us our own natural world as a freshly discovered Paradise Regained, a realm of wonder". The novella has been anthologized as well as adapted into an opera of the same name. (Full article... ) Recently featured: Elizabeth Lyon (criminal) Montana -class battleship John Tonkin Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 6

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 00:05:15 UTC

March 6 William Speirs Bruce 845 – The Abbasid Caliphate executed 42 Byzantine officials who had been captured in the sack of Amorium of 838 for refusing to convert to Islam. 1447 – Tommaso Parentucelli was elected as Pope Nicholas V in Rome. 1904 – Scottish National Antarctic Expedition : Led by William Speirs Bruce (pictured) , the Antarctic region of Coats Land was discovered by the Scotia . 1988 – The Troubles : In Operation Flavius , the Special Air Service killed three volunteers of the Provisional Irish Republican Army conspiring to bomb a parade of British military bands in Gibraltar . 2000 – The Marine Parade Community Building , the mural cladding of which is the largest installation art in Singapore, was opened. Clark Shaughnessy (b. 1892) Joseph Berchtold (b. 1897) Shaukat Aziz (b. 1949) Zoi Sadowski-Synnott (b. 2001) More anniversaries: March 5 March 6 March 7 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Image of Iranians mourning schoolgirls killed by airstrikes is fake. Here's the proof

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 00:19:12 UTC

A social media user said he shared it "symbolically to reflect the scale of the tragedy."

Elon Gust and Dame Judi Drench among storm names sent to Met Office

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 09:09:15 UTC

Elon Gust and Dame Judi Drench are among the names that have been submitted to the Met Office for UK storms. File pic: Reuters

Did Jim Carrey use body double or clone to accept French award? Publicist denies conspiracy theory

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 11:01:45 UTC

Photographs and videos of Carrey at the César Awards also corroborate the actor attended the event.

Did US figure skater Ilia Malinin receive threatening message from Trump?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 12:03:00 UTC

Malinin reportedly told his Instagram followers about the alleged message in a late-night livestream.

Trump claims 'Shariah courts' enforce UK laws. Don't believe it

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 14:01:53 UTC

Trump previously made the claim while criticizing London's Mayor Sadiq Khan, who is Muslim.

Did 4chan time traveler predict 'orange man' and WWIII?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 16:01:51 UTC

An alleged screenshot of a 2006 4chan post displayed a user's warning about a dark future, predicting pandemics and World War III.

Did Iran try to assassinate Trump, as Hegseth claimed? Here's what we know

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 17:12:43 UTC

The secretary of defense said the man behind the plot died in a strike, without mentioning his name.

16 claims involving Trump's former DHS secretary Kristi Noem we've investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 19:00:11 UTC

On March 5, 2026, Trump announced he was replacing Noem as Homeland Security Secretary. Her tenure had been rife with controversy.

Rep. Jared Moskowitz wore 'Justice for Cricket' pin as he questioned Kristi Noem

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 20:33:56 UTC

Moskowitz wore the pin, referencing a dog Noem said she once shot, during a House oversight hearing.

Video of Iranian missile strikes on Tel Aviv predates 2026 war

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 21:04:04 UTC

The footage recirculated online in March 2026, after the U.S. and Israel commenced their military operation against Iran.

Protesting veteran Brian McGinnis suffered broken arm in struggle with Sen. Sheehy, police

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 22:12:56 UTC

"America does not want to send its sons and daughters to war for Israel," Brian McGinnis said before police and the Republican senator forced him out.

Investigating claims US sank unarmed Iranian ship and refused to rescue survivors

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-06 23:43:50 UTC

The IRIS Dena was headed back to Iran from Visakhapatnam, India, where it participated in a multination naval exercise.

March 7 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 00:01:27 UTC

Taylor Swift "Mean " is a song written and recorded by the American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift (pictured) , and is from her third studio album, Speak Now (2010). Big Machine Records released it to US country radio on March 7, 2011. Produced by Swift and Nathan Chapman , "Mean" is a six-string banjo -led country , country pop , and bluegrass track that incorporates fiddles and mandolins . In the lyrics, Swift addresses her detractors and strives to overcome the criticism and achieve success. Several publications have listed "Mean" as one of the best country songs. It won Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance at the 2012 Grammy Awards . The track received certifications in Australia, Brazil, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The music video, which features themes of self-empowerment and anti-bullying, garnered multiple industry nominations. Swift included "Mean" in the set lists of the Speak Now World Tour (2011–2012) and the Red Tour (2013–2014). (Full article... ) Recently featured: Paradises Lost Elizabeth Lyon (criminal) Montana -class battleship Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 7

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 00:04:43 UTC

March 7 : Feast day of Saints Perpetua and Felicity (Catholicism , Anglicanism , Lutheranism ); Girls' Day in China Daniel Webster 1850 – United States senator Daniel Webster (pictured) delivered a speech advocating compromise on slavery, which proved to be unpopular with abolitionists in his home state. 1900 – The German ocean liner SS Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse became the first ship to send a wireless telegraph message to an onshore receiver. 1936 – Nazi German forces re-occupied the demilitarized Rhineland , violating both the Treaty of Versailles and the Locarno Treaties that were signed after World War I . 1945 – World War II : At the beginning of the Battle of Remagen , Allied forces unexpectedly captured the Ludendorff Bridge , which possibly hastened the war's conclusion. 1968 – Vietnam War : The United States and South Vietnam began Operation Truong Cong Dinh to sweep the area surrounding the Mekong Delta town of Mỹ Tho to root out Viet Cong forces in the area. Cuthbert Collingwood, 1st Baron Collingwood (d. 1880) Akseli Gallen-Kallela (d. 1931) Bryan Cranston (b. 1956) Amanda Gorman (b. 1998) More anniversaries: March 6 March 7 March 8 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Andrew Paul Johnson, Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump, got life sentence for sexually abusing children

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 00:52:31 UTC

According to court documents, Johnson told one of his victims he was going to receive $10 million and would include the boy in his will.

Look out for outdated video of Iranian aircraft being bombed

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 01:06:42 UTC

Many people said footage actually showed a decoy drawing of an F-14 Tomcat, but we were not immediately able to verify that.

There's no proof Iran bombed Minab girls' school. Evidence points to likely US role

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 14:01:59 UTC

A missile strike hit the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28, 2026, the same day the United States and Israel launched an offensive.

25 rumors about Barron Trump, investigated

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-07 19:02:00 UTC

The president's youngest son has attempted to stay out of the spotlight, but that hasn't stopped public intrigue.

March 8 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 00:01:03 UTC

Luisa Capetillo (1882–1922) was a Puerto Rican labor organizer, writer, and cigar factory reader —a person whose job is to read aloud to cigar factory workers. She began writing for her local paper in 1904. In 1905, she became involved with a local anarcho-syndicalist union, organizing an agricultural strike in her hometown of Arecibo and eventually becoming a leader in the union. Starting in 1912, she journeyed across the Atlantic and Caribbean, organizing workers, and in 1915, she was arrested in Cuba for wearing trousers. She was deported back to Puerto Rico but continued to travel and organize until her death. Capetillo published four books in her lifetime, covering a wide variety of forms, genres, and topics. She advocated for free love, universal education, and women's liberation. Interest in her life surged in 1990 with the publication of a biography by journalist Norma Valle Ferrer. Capetillo is considered one of Puerto Rico's earliest feminists. (Full article... ) Recently featured: "Mean" (song) Paradises Lost Elizabeth Lyon (criminal) Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 8

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 00:02:03 UTC

March 8 : International Women's Day ; Aurat March in Pakistan Io with two volcanic plumes 1576 – A Spanish colonial officer wrote a letter to King Philip II containing the first mention of the Maya ruins of Copán in present-day Honduras. 1910 – French aviator Raymonde de Laroche became the first woman to receive a pilot's licence . 1963 – The Ba'ath Party came to power in a coup d'état by a clique of quasi-leftist Syrian Army officers calling themselves the National Council for the Revolutionary Command . 1979 – Images taken by Voyager 1 proved the existence of volcanoes on Io (pictured) , a moon of Jupiter . 2014 – Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board, with aircraft debris subsequently washing ashore a few years later in the Indian Ocean . Adela of Normandy (d. 1137) Louie Nunn (b. 1924) Alfons Rebane (d. 1976) Haseeb Ahsan (d. 2013) More anniversaries: March 7 March 8 March 9 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Medicare durable medical equipment moratorium hits new suppliers, not patients. It could still affect your care

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 00:02:04 UTC

Some social media users misinterpreted the announcement and believed the moratorium was on patients receiving supplies, not the suppliers themselves.

Did Mark Twain say, 'God created war so that Americans would learn geography'?

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 03:02:21 UTC

The quote has appeared with the author's name in numerous social media posts and as an alleged cover image for his 1869 book "The Innocents Abroad."

Iwona B. Horyn is actual name of DHS acting chief security officer

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 13:01:48 UTC

A popular rumor from 2025 resurfaced in early 2026 after being featured on "Jimmy Kimmel Live."

U.S.-Israel war on Iran: 14 claims we've examined

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 18:02:32 UTC

Confusion and rumors have been pervasive online since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran with surprise airstrikes.

Did Hillary Clinton supply Iran with uranium? Inspecting her role in nuclear deal

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-08 23:01:44 UTC

Clinton was at the center of an Obama-era deal that constrained Iran's uranium enrichment when the U.N. was calling for its suspension.

March 9 Wikipedia featured article

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 00:02:36 UTC

The one British fatality, as envisaged by The Illustrated London News The Zungeni Mountain skirmish took place on 5 June 1879 between British and Zulu forces in what is now South Africa during the later stages of the Anglo-Zulu War . British irregular cavalry discovered a force of 300 Zulus at the settlement of eZulaneni near Zungeni Mountain. The horsemen charged and scattered the Zulus, burnt the settlement, and withdrew after coming under fire from Zulus who threatened to surround them. Reinforced by more irregulars and a force of regular cavalry, two British squadrons approached the Zulu position, but could not close as the Zulus were in an area of bushes and long grass. Zulu fire killed a British officer; the British withdrew after the Zulus moved to outflank them. British casualties were one killed and two wounded; two months later, the remains of 25 Zulus were found on the battlefield. After the skirmish the British paused before proceeding further into Zululand, where they decisively defeated the Zulus at the 4 July Battle of Ulundi . (Full article... ) Recently featured: Luisa Capetillo "Mean" (song) Paradises Lost Archive By email More featured articles About

On this day: March 9

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 00:04:35 UTC

March 9 : Commonwealth Day in the Commonwealth of Nations (2026); National Heroes and Benefactors Day in Belize (2026) Kaʻiulani 1776 – Scottish philosopher Adam Smith publishes his book The Wealth of Nations , the first classical treatise on political economy . 1891 – Kaʻiulani (pictured) was appointed the heir apparent to the throne of the Hawaiian Kingdom . 1925 – The Royal Air Force began a bombardment and strafing campaign against the mountain strongholds of Mahsud tribesmen in South Waziristan , present-day Pakistan. 1956 – In Tbilisi , Georgia, soldiers suppressed mass demonstrations against Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev 's policy of de-Stalinization . 1957 – The Andreanof Islands earthquake struck Hawaii and the Aleutian Islands , causing more than $5 million in damage from ground movement and a destructive tsunami. Abu Ma'shar al-Balkhi (d. 886) Catherine of Bologna (d. 1463) Friederike Caroline Neuber (b. 1697) Dick Walker (b. 1938) More anniversaries: March 8 March 9 March 10 Archive By email List of days of the year About

Why Hillary Clinton once said US would attack Iran if she was president

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 02:02:11 UTC

Clinton was responding to a hypothetical question about a nuclear attack by Iran on Israel.

The true story behind photo of Catholic wife and Protestant husband 'holding hands' across cemetery wall

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 10:01:57 UTC

The image shows a real monument in a Dutch cemetery built across a wall separating Catholic and Protestant burial sections.

Did Bill Gates donate $50M to create 'biologically modified' crops? Here's the truth

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 11:02:15 UTC

Online posts claimed Gates donated $50 million to develop RNA-based technology for crops that U.S. regulators had supposedly already approved.

Masked fan unplugs VAR monitor during penalty decision

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 13:27:54 UTC

A masked fan unplugged a VAR monitor during ‌a German second division football match. Referee Felix Bickel stands in front of the blank screen. Pic: DPA/AP

Watch out for claim photo shows James Peterson, man lobotomized for being gay in 1948

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 13:38:31 UTC

Doctors lobotomized real people for being gay in the mid-20th century. We found no evidence Peterson was one of them.

Here's how many bombs Obama dropped without congressional approval in 2016

LadyJ1 — 2026-03-09 15:01:55 UTC

The story gained steam after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered strikes on Iran in February 2026.