Is a Vibrant Bra Promotion a Criminal Scam?
2 March 2018 A Vibrant Body Company bra promotion has been linked to rumors of a human trafficking scheme.
Inboxer Rebellion
Are Criminals Using Plastic Bottles in Wheel Wells to Carjack People?
7 February 2018 The alleged trick of distracting a driver by cramming a plastic bottle in a wheel well runs counter to how most carjackers operate.
Is Costco Toilet Paper Unsafe for Plumbing Systems?
6 February 2018 We found no evidence to suggest Costco toilet paper was any less safe for septic tanks than any other brand of bath tissue.
Another ‘Amazing’ 2018 Calendar Quirk?
11 January 2018 Two important Christian observances fall on dates that are also secular holidays in 2018.
2018’s ‘Amazing’ Calendar
26 December 2017 A social media image highlighting a supposedly "amazing" aspect to the 2018 calendar is neither amazing nor accurate.
Missing Child Alert: Heaven Ray Cox
29 November 2017 A mother's viral Facebook post reported that the 15-year-old girl was missing from her home in Orange, Texas.
‘Boy Shot by Stepfather’ Appeal
24 February 2010 Old hoax holds that a every time a particular message is shared, a company will donate money towards the medical care of a 14-year-old boy shot by his stepfather.
Prayer Request for 30 SEALs Killed in Afghanistan
25 September 2017 A request for prayers for the families of 30 U.S. military personnel who died when their helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan is several years old.
‘Free Disney Theme Park Tickets’ Scam
1 May 2012 Disney is not giving away free theme park tickets to those who like and share posts on Facebook; such offers are a form of sweepstakes scam.
During a Hurricane, Should You Store Important Items in Your Dishwasher?
8 September 2017 Appliance experts and flooding victims advise against storing valuables in a dishwasher during a hurricane.
Is Dunkin’ Donuts Offering Free Coffee for Teachers Every Monday in September?
25 August 2017 A picture related to a promotion held at one Dunkin' Donuts outlet in 2014 has popped up again online every year since.
‘Boy Shot by Stepfather’ Appeal
24 February 2010 Old hoax holds that a every time a particular message is shared, a company will donate money towards the medical care of a 14-year-old boy shot by his stepfather.