Were Catholics Attacked by Black Lives Matter Protesters in St. Louis?
A complete story is rarely told in a headline.
4 July 2020 Editor's PickSnopes
/snoʊps/ NOUN and sometimes VERBWe are the internet’s go-to source for discerning what is true and what is total nonsense. Before you scroll further, a few tips on how to “snopes”:
-
Search
Thousands upon thousands of fact checks and investigations live in our archives. You might want to bookmark this page.
-
Discover
Shortcut to the most popular or most recent content when you visit the Hot 50 and What’s New pages.
-
Submit
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Send us a note. Your tip could be our next assignment.
We bring you fact-checking and original, in-depth reporting.
We fight misinformation — with your support.
To do this work effectively, Snopes relies on a community of readers, supporters and now members.
Limited Time Offer: Become a Founding Member Today!
Get exclusive members-only swag by joining today.
Latest Articles View all
Did Kanye West Wear a Confederate Flag Patch?
The rapper and entrepreneur said that he wanted to re-appropriate the flag.
Did Trump Tweet This About Puerto Rico?
President Donald Trump has called the U.S. territory “one of the most corrupt places on Earth.”
United Warning 36,000 Workers of Possible Layoffs
Layoffs loom over the airline as restrictions placed on travel by some states dim hopes of the industry's recovery.
No, Ilhan Omar Didn’t Call for Dismantling the US Economy and Political System
The Minnesota congresswoman is one of the first Muslim women to serve in Congress, and is the frequent target of smears.
Were Weis Markets Employees Banned From Displaying the American Flag?
A chain of grocery stores on the east coast became the subject of internet rumors in June 2020.
Trump Threatens to Cut Federal Aid If Schools Don’t Reopen
Trump's warning drew backlash from some governors who said he has no authority over schools' fall plans.
Did Trump Say Foreigners Attending College in the US ‘Should Not Be Thrown Out’?
At some universities, international students account for a third of the undergraduate student body, and they represent the majority of students in many graduate programs.
Doggy Deliveries Help Colombians Shop During Pandemic
A Labrador helps deliver goods to customers as Colombia's COVID-19 cases continue to climb.
Did a Nationwide US Coin Shortage Occur in Summer 2020?
The COVID-19 pandemic was blamed for removing coins from circulation, as well as slowing production by the U.S. Mint.
Will Don Knotts Statue Be Removed in West Virginia?
A routine review of content labeled satire.
Supreme Court Sides With Trump in Birth Control Opt-Out Case
The government had estimated that the rule changes would cause at least 70,000 women to lose contraception coverage in one year.
COVID-19 Myths Politicians Have Repeated That Just Aren’t True
The purveyors of these myths, including politicians who have been soft pedaling the impact of the coronavirus, aren’t doing the country any favors.
Facebook Civil Rights Audit: ‘Serious Setbacks’ Mar Progress
The audit recommends that Facebook build a "civil rights infrastructure" into every aspect of the company.
Was Ghislaine Maxwell Photographed with JonBenét Ramsey?
Not all women with short, dark hair are Ghislaine Maxwell.
Did California ‘Forbid’ Christians from Singing in Church?
Safety guidelines for religious and cultural gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic got the political spin treatment.
Did a Florida Teen Die After Attending a Church ‘COVID Party’?
The tragic death of 17-year-old Carsyn Leigh Davis prompted controversy in July 2020.
Is This Meme About Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations Accurate?
It's difficult to make a nonexistent vaccine mandatory.
Is Dr. Fauci Married to Ghislaine Maxwell’s Sister?
Sharing a first name is not the same as sharing an identity.
No, Dr. Denis Mukwege Didn’t Say Coronavirus Cases Are Being Falsified
Mukwege, a renowned gynecologist, did resign from his position with the task force responding to COVID-19 in the Congo, but not for the reason stated in a meme.
Is Beyoncé an Italian Woman Named Ann Marie Lastrassi?
This conspiracy theory makes absolutely no sense.
Most Popular View all
No, Ghislaine Maxwell Has Not Tested Positive for COVID-19 in Jail
A routine review of content labeled satire.
Does a New Facebook Algorithm Only Show You 26 Friends?
Facebook hasn't limited your feed to only a certain number of people, and sharing a post saying otherwise won't make any difference.
Did Melania Trump’s Dress Feature Drawings by Victims of Sexual Abuse?
First lady Melania Trump wore an Alexander McQueen dress to a Fourth of July event.
Did Trump Say Operation Desert Storm Took Place in Vietnam?
The president's 2020 Independence Day address wasn't the smoothest of speeches, but neither was it as historically challenged as claimed by some critics.
Are These Images of Donald Trump and Ghislaine Maxwell Real?
Socialite Ghislaine Maxwell was arrested on sex abuse charges connected to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Most Searched
Did Melania Trump’s Dress Feature Drawings by Victims of Sexual Abuse?
First lady Melania Trump wore an Alexander McQueen dress to a Fourth of July event.
Are These Images of Donald Trump and Ghislaine Maxwell Real?
Socialite Ghislaine Maxwell was arrested on sex abuse charges connected to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Did AOC Tweet That Businesses Should Be Shut Down Until the Election?
The New York representative did not advocate that governors keep businesses shut down to blunt Trump's reelection chances.
Background Check: Investigating George Floyd’s Criminal Record
The question of past arrests often surfaces among people who want to rationalize police officers' actions when Black men are killed in custody.
Does a New Facebook Algorithm Only Show You 26 Friends?
Facebook hasn't limited your feed to only a certain number of people, and sharing a post saying otherwise won't make any difference.