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The Coming Tsunami of Fake News
The internet promised connection, but is it leading us into a future flooded with lies? Explore the growing problem of online fakery.
The Strange Story of the "Black Room" Hoax
Discover the bizarre internet hoax about a "black room" that tricked thousands. What happened and why did it spread so fast?
Inside the Viral Chocolate Diet Hoax of 2015
Remember the viral story claiming chocolate helps weight loss? Discover the truth behind this famous diet hoax from 2015 and how easily false science spreads.
The Girl Who Cried Wolf: A Digital Legend
Remember the viral story of the girl who faked her own kidnapping? This is the true tale behind the internet legend.
The Strange Story of the Melting City Prediction
Remember the viral image of a famous city melting? We dig into the forgotten 2000s climate simulation that sparked panic and then vanished.
PayPal's Shocking $2,500 Fine Rule Explained
Did PayPal really threaten users with a $2,500 fine for 'misinformation'? We look into the wild story that shook the internet.
The Strange Story of the Momo Challenge Panic
Remember Momo? The creepy figure that sparked a global panic about online safety. Discover the strange true story behind this viral internet hoax.
Inside Birdwatch: Twitter's Bold, Forgotten Fact-Checking System
Remember Birdwatch? Discover the truth behind Twitter's ambitious attempt at collaborative fact-checking and why its legacy lives on today.
The Strange Story of Alan MacMasters: Toaster Inventor Hoax
Discover the bizarre tale of Alan MacMasters, the supposed inventor of the toaster. For years, a clever hoax fooled many. Uncover how the truth came out.
The Strange Story of the Twitter Bot That Tricked Everyone
Remember when a simple Twitter bot caused chaos and made people believe wild things? Discover the bizarre story and what it means today.
The Covid Debate: How Twitter Changed What You Saw
Discover how Twitter's internal decisions shaped the conversation around COVID- 19. What was hidden and why it matters today.
Inside the Vague Warnings: Why Parents Fear 'Something Big'
Why are some parents issuing cryptic warnings about a major event coming soon? We look into the roots of these anxieties and the theories driving them.