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Kennywood’s Aero 360 Riders Rescue Action Took Minutes, Not Hours
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8th June 2022
Kennywood’s Aero 360 Riders Rescue Action Took Minutes, Not Hours
The Claim : An Aero 360 game abruptly stopped in Kennywood's park in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania, trapping 16 riders upside down for several hours.
Misleading
Shakira Was Not Recently Hospitalized
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7th June 2022
Shakira Was Not Recently Hospitalized
The Claim : The singer Shakira was admitted to the hospital after suffering from a panic attack following the spread of rumors about Gerard Piqué's love affair.
Misleading
CNN Screenshot Claiming Johnny Depp Is Organizing a National Tour Is Fake
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4th June 2022
CNN Screenshot Claiming Johnny Depp Is Organizing a National Tour Is Fake
The Claim : According to a CNN headline, Johnny Depp and Kyle Rittenhouse are organizing a “national tour” to spread awareness regarding the dangers of defamation.
Fake
Satirical Video Widely Shared as a BBC Interview With Bob Geldof
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1st June 2022
Satirical Video Widely Shared as a BBC Interview With Bob Geldof
The Claim : In this BBC interview, the singer Bob Geldof predicted the future of the internet and targeted advertisement on social media. 
Fake
The Simpsons Did Not Predict Monkeypox
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26th May 2022
The Simpsons Did Not Predict Monkeypox
The Claim : “The Simpsons” predicted Monkeypox and therefore, its writers must be investigated. 
Misleading
Sir Ian McKellen Did Not Visit Ukraine Amid the Ongoing War
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2nd May 2022
Sir Ian McKellen Did Not Visit Ukraine Amid the Ongoing War
The Claim : The British actor Sir Ian Mckellen, known for his role as the wizard Gandalf in “The Lord of the Rings,” has recently  taken a selfie with a fan in Lviv, Ukraine.
Misleading
Viral Video of the Moon Rising in the North Pole Is Digitally Generated
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30th April 2022
Viral Video of the Moon Rising in the North Pole Is Digitally Generated
The Claim : The video shows a mesmerising moonrise  in the North Pole.
Fake
SatiricalVideo Shared asthe First Egyptian Astronaut on the Moon
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28th April 2022
SatiricalVideo Shared asthe First Egyptian Astronaut on the Moon
The Claim : A video shows the first Egyptian astronaut on the moon.
Satire
Will Smith Did Not Make a Joke About Alopecia in 1991
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4th April 2022
Will Smith Did Not Make a Joke About Alopecia in 1991
The Claim : In 1991, the actor Will Smith made a joke about the baldness of Bass player John B Williams, who had Alopecia. 
Misleading
This Photo Does Not Show Nicole Kidman’s Reaction to the Slap
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30th March 2022
This Photo Does Not Show Nicole Kidman’s Reaction to the Slap
The Claim : A photo depicts Nicole Kidman’s reaction after Will Smith got on stage and slapped Chris Rock.
Misleading
‘The Simpsons’ Did Not Predict Nuclear Warfare in Ukraine
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26th March 2022
‘The Simpsons’ Did Not Predict Nuclear Warfare in Ukraine
The Claim : A collage of images from “The Simpsons” proves that the show predicted the invasion of Ukraine and nuclear warfare, which would start on March 5, 2022.
Fake
This Is a Firework Simulation Video, Not a Real-Life Display in Japan
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10th January 2022
This Is a Firework Simulation Video, Not a Real-Life Display in Japan
The Claim : The video purports to show fireworks in Japan for the New Year's Eve celebrations in 2022.
Misleading
This Photo Does Not Show a Real Hookah Toy for Kids
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19th December 2021
This Photo Does Not Show a Real Hookah Toy for Kids
The Claim : The kids’ toy, shaped like a hookah, is now available in the markets.
Misleading
Amira Film Director Halted Screening in Jordan, Not the Jordanian Authorities
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11th December 2021
Amira Film Director Halted Screening in Jordan, Not the Jordanian Authorities
The Claim : Jordan bans ‘Amira’ following a campaign of criticism on social media.
Misleading
Johnny Depp Will Not Attend the Cairo International Film Festival's Closing Ceremony
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3rd December 2021
Johnny Depp Will Not Attend the Cairo International Film Festival's Closing Ceremony
The Claim : American actor Johnny Depp has confirmed that he will attend the 43rd session of the Cairo International Film Festival.
Fake
Photos From an Entertainment Show in Brazil, Not From Algeria nor Spain
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30th November 2021
Photos From an Entertainment Show in Brazil, Not From Algeria nor Spain
The Claim : A photo shows a window cleaner in Algeria dressed as Spiderman to entertain the children at a hospital.
Misleading
George Kordahi Denied Receiving a Huge Compensation From MBC
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20th November 2021
George Kordahi Denied Receiving a Huge Compensation From MBC
The Claim : MBC journalist George Kordahi received $1.9 million in retirement benefits, according to an internal document.
Fake
The Giraffes at the Dallas Zoo Were Not Vaccinated
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15th November 2021
The Giraffes at the Dallas Zoo Were Not Vaccinated
The Claim : Three giraffes died in Dallas Zoo a few weeks after receiving the vaccine.
Fake
Bloody Met Gala Photo Has Been Altered
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28th September 2021
Bloody Met Gala Photo Has Been Altered
The Claim : A photo shows an artist who attended the 2021 Met Gala covered in blood. 
Fake
Walt Disney's Corpse Was Not Frozen
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27th September 2021
Walt Disney's Corpse Was Not Frozen
The Claim : Walt Disney’s frozen body will be thawed and reanimated in December.
Satire