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Did Portland Protesters Burn Bibles and American Flags?

The allegations come after more than two months of escalating protests in downtown Portland, Oregon.

Did Biden Staffers Contribute to a Protester-Bailout Fund?

Following the arrests of anti-police-brutality protesters, a bailout assistance organization received more than $20 million in donations over four days.

Did Boys in China Die After Wearing Face Masks During Physical Exercise?

English-language news outlets shared a set of reports that emerged from Hunan and Henan provinces in the spring and summer of 2020.

Did the White House Alter Trump Rally Photos To Show More Attendees?

The viral photos surfaced after Trump's July 31, 2020, tarmac speech in Tampa.

Did Alexander Vindman ‘Quit’ the Army After Admitting to Falsely Testifying at Impeachment?

Vindman was the target of smear campaigns after serving as a key witness during impeachment hearings against U.S. President Donald Trump.

Did Rutgers University Declare Grammar ‘Racist’?

Several articles rushed to condemn the New Jersey university's English department in response to an open letter published in June 2020.

Did a Couple Wear Swastika Masks to Walmart?

It was not the first such incident reported during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Did John Elway Lay Down the Law on Players Kneeling During National Anthem?

A routine review of content labeled satire.

Were Diamond and Silk, Ted Nugent Announced as GOP Convention Speakers?

A satirical tweet was mistaken as genuine on social media.

Did Tom Brady Say ‘If Anybody on This Team Kneels, I Walk’?

A routine review of content labeled satire.

Will US COVID-19 Deaths Be Double the Number of US Vietnam War Deaths by Fall 2020?

According to one estimate, the COVID-19 pandemic may leave as many as 300,000 Americans dead by end of 2020.

Did Trump Admin Memo Explain How To Spot Transgender People?

A federal memo allegedly said homeless shelters could identify some incoming transgender residents based on height and whether or not they had facial hair or Adam's apples.