Business

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.

A Toad in Blue Bunny Ice Cream? We’re Skeptical Here's the scoop on this rocky toad ice cream.

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 The news of Dick's Sporting Goods offering employees and others travel reimbursements came after the...

True

Did Gas Prices Hit $7.11 at 7-Eleven? The "prophecy" has not been fulfilled.

False

Did Price of Arizona Iced Tea Increase? This 99-cent can is still 99 cents (in the United States).

False

Misleading TikTok Video Claims Shein Clothing Tags Contain Cries for Help The viral video compiled images from various sources.

Mostly False

Can US Parents Order Baby Formula From Amazon Canada? Changing your location settings on Amazon doesn't mean much unless you can also change your...

Mostly False

Did Binance Create a Twitter Emoji That Looked Like a Swastika? The offensive emoji was deleted soon after.

True

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 A Facebook post outlined several claims about the safety of some of the company's products.

Research In Progress

Did Home Depot Convert to Drive-Thru Only? Can I get a ladder, two nail guns, and a side of fries?

Labeled Satire

Fictional Twitter Employee’s Resignation Goes Viral A satirical tweet about Elon Musk, Twitter, and free speech was amplified on social media.

Labeled Satire

Does Home Depot Use ‘Unpacking Privilege’ Worksheet in Employee Training? The word "privilege" refers to social benefits or advantages experienced by some members of society...

Mixture

An online ad claimed that Costco was discontinuing its rotisserie chickens and that it was one of the company's biggest sellers gone from shelves effective immediately.

Are Costco Rotisserie Chickens Being Discontinued? We looked into a rumor that hinted at Costco planning to remove its rotisserie chicken...

False