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Businesses are the classic whipping-boys of urban legendry, and the bigger they are, the more they get whipped. Seems like they can't do anything right — they're run by people who abuse their customers, cheat the public, commit astounding marketing blunders, mistranslate their own advertisements, and donate money to organizations of dubious repute.
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No, This Isn't a Real Photo of Balenciaga Stylist Lotta Volkova

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Nov 29, 2022 Many accused Balenciaga of condoning child sexual exploitation after controversial campaigns in ...
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Did Tampax Post This Tweet About Being ‘In’ Women?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Nov 22, 2022 “You're in their DMs. We're in them,” the tweet from the tampons company read.
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KFC apologized after sending its mobile app users in Germany a cheesy chicken promotion in memoriam of Kristallnacht.

Yes, KFC Apologized for Sending German Customers a Chicken Promotion Commemorating Kristallnacht

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Nov 10, 2022 Kristallnacht, which took place in November 1938, is widely seen as the beginning of the Holocau ...
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The Berry Global company posted a sign that expressed a policy forbidding employees from taking their breaks and lunches in their cars, according to a picture posted to r/antiwork on Reddit.

Did Berry Global Forbid Employees from Eating Lunch in Their Cars?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Oct 6, 2022 Reddit users discussed a picture of a sign that displayed a curious policy about taking breaks a ...
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Born Gentle - Philip Morris cigarette ad

Is This a Real Philip Morris Ad Featuring Mother and Baby?

Written by:
David Emery
Sep 30, 2022 "Proud mothers, please forgive us if we too feel something of the pride of a new parent."
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A rumor said Starbucks was going cashless in the UK US and Canada but was false.

Is Starbucks Going Cashless in UK, US, and Canada?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Aug 31, 2022 A picture of a sign taken inside a Starbucks store read, "We're Going Cashless." A closer look h ...
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Helmet, Clothing, Apparel

Do Shein Clothes Contain Unhealthy Lead Levels?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Aug 18, 2022 The Chinese fast-fashion giant has a long history of environmental issues.
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Dollar General is not changing its hours to be open for 24 hours a day, despite a Facebook rumor.

Is Dollar General Going To Be Open 24 Hours a Day?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Aug 15, 2022 According to a viral Facebook post, Dollar General would be making the change to its hours in ad ...
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A picture in a viral tweet purportedly showed an Applebee's sign that had the words adult spouse and the tweet claimed the company was welcoming child brides.

Did an Applebee's 'Adult Spouse' Sign Welcome 'Child Brides'?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Aug 2, 2022 A viral tweet with a picture of a sign said: "Fascists attacking drag bars, meanwhile Applebee's ...
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Google users wanted to know if email messages about an Amazon Prime Day Small Business Promotion or sweepstakes were a scam,or legit.

Are Amazon Emails About 'Prime Day Small Business' Sweepstakes a Scam or Legit?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jul 25, 2022 According to email messages posted on Twitter, Amazon was hosting the special sweepstakes around ...
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Toad, Wildlife, Amphibian

A Toad in Blue Bunny Ice Cream? We're Skeptical

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 27, 2022 Here's the scoop on this rocky toad ice cream.
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Dick's Sporting Goods announced a $4,000 travel reimbursement for workers, spouses, or dependents on their healthcare plans who seek an abortion in the next nearest state.

Dick's Sporting Goods Announces Employee Abortion Benefits

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jun 24, 2022 The news of Dick's Sporting Goods offering employees and others travel reimbursements came after ...
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7-eleven gas prices

Did Gas Prices Hit $7.11 at 7-Eleven?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 21, 2022 The "prophecy" has not been fulfilled.
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arizona iced tea price

Did Price of Arizona Iced Tea Increase?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 21, 2022 This 99-cent can is still 99 cents (in the United States).
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Person, Human, Clothing

Misleading TikTok Video Claims Shein Clothing Tags Contain Cries for Help

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Jun 10, 2022 The viral video compiled images from various sources.
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Text, Document

Can US Parents Order Baby Formula From Amazon Canada?

Written by:
Dan Evon
May 16, 2022 Changing your location settings on Amazon doesn't mean much unless you can also change your ship ...
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binance swastika emoji

Did Binance Create a Twitter Emoji That Looked Like a Swastika?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Apr 22, 2022 The offensive emoji was deleted soon after.
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A viral Facebook post appeared to claim that Bath & Body Works products cause infertility and damage to organs and referenced a safety data sheet and also said that EWG ratings are purchased.

Viral Post Makes Claim About Bath & Body Works and Infertility

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Apr 20, 2022 A Facebook post outlined several claims about the safety of some of the company's products.
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Car, Transportation, Vehicle

Did Home Depot Convert to Drive-Thru Only?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Apr 5, 2022 Can I get a ladder, two nail guns, and a side of fries?
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Person, Human, Accessories

Fictional Twitter Employee's Resignation Goes Viral

Written by:
Dan Evon
Apr 5, 2022 A satirical tweet about Elon Musk, Twitter, and free speech was amplified on social media.
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