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Internet Abuzz Over AI-Generated 'Photograph' of Leonardo Da Vinci and 'Mona Lisa' Model

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Aleksandra Wrona
Nov 23, 2023 "Why did he paint her when he could just take a picture? Is he stupid?" one Reddit user asked.
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A misleading ad displayed on the Taboola advertising network falsely claimed that Yellowstone was being discontinued or canceled by Paramount Network effective immediately.

Is 'Yellowstone' Being 'Discontinued Effective Immediately' by Paramount Network?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Nov 14, 2023 StreetInsider.com appeared to report in late 2023 via online ads that something new and dramatic ...
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A photo purportedly showed actor Gal Gadot showing up to serve in the Israel Defense Forces, also known as the IDF.

Does a Picture Show 'Wonder Woman' Actor Gal Gadot Showing Up to Serve in the Israel Defense Forces?

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Jordan Liles
Nov 9, 2023 A caption on X read, "Israeli actress Gal Gadot who played 'Wonder Woman' in the Hollywood movie ...
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A Black woman and man hold hands while looking at the camera. The woman is smiling at the camera, while the man holds his hand loosely in a fist, with his index finger pointing towards the woman. The woman is wearing a black dress, while the man is wearing a black jacket and pants.

Viral Videos Spread Unfounded Claims About Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's Relationship

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov 8, 2023 Videos that spread the claims had millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
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Are the Lyrics to 'I'll Be Home for Christmas' an Example of the Mandela Effect?

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov 5, 2023 A post about lyrics in the Christmas classic went viral on TikTok in late October 2023.
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Does a Photo Show 'Wonder Woman' Actor Gal Gadot Turning Up to Serve in the Israel Defense Forces?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Nov 2, 2023 The picture in question appeared to show a young Gadot saluting the camera while wearing a large ...
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A white woman appears worried. Next to her on the bottom of the screen, the image says, "It is not acceptable." An image next to her and above the words shows two images, one of a white man and the other of the same white woman. A yellow arrow points from the man to the woman, who appears distraught.

Celebrity Gossip Videos Spread False Claims After Matthew Perry's Death

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov 1, 2023 Videos that spread the false information had millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
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A viral post made the rounds that purportedly contained information conveyed by Matthew Perry that said how he wanted to be remembered after he died.

Was Matthew Perry Accurately Quoted in Viral Posts About How He Wanted To Be Remembered After Death?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Oct 30, 2023 “I've had a lot of ups and downs in my life," the viral message attributed to Perry began.
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This Video of 'Friends' Cast Reacting to Matthew Perry's Death Is Bogus

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct 30, 2023 The video was posted hours after Perry was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Oct. 28, 2023.
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Does Decorative Spider Webbing Pose a Danger to Wildlife?

Written by:
Jack Izzo
Oct 20, 2023 The classic Halloween decor can be a silent threat to furry friends if displayed unsafely.
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Pee-wee Herman Actor Paul Reubens and the Child Porn Accusation

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Sep 28, 2023 We look at the rumor he possessed child pornography, which re-emerged after he died from cancer ...
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Dolly Parton's Charitable Work Was Twisted on TikTok To Diss Other Celebs

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Jordan Liles
Sep 11, 2023 The full story of Parton's award-winning efforts to help past fire victims wasn't being told, al ...
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'Dirty Dancing' Actor Jennifer Grey's Facebook Page Hacked by Scammers to Promote Keto Gummies

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Jordan Liles
Aug 23, 2023 Grey is known for her "Dirty Dancing" and "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" roles. Kim Gravel, an entre ...
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A white girl with blond hair wearing a black jacket and a stack of cash next to her right cheek is standing in a hallway.

Lil Tay Death Rumors: Here's What We Know

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Aug 10, 2023 Her death was announced in an Instagram post that was deleted in less than 24 hours.
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A Black woman wearing a white and black striped dress with white gloves and silver earrings holds a microphone.

Did Beyoncé Update 'Break My Soul' Song Remix to Remove Lizzo Mentions?

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Aug 4, 2023 At the time of this writing, Lizzo’s name was still featured in the remix on Spotify.
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Yes, Pee-wee Herman Actor Paul Reubens Has Died

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Jul 31, 2023 The actor probably best known for the children's TV character died at age 70, according to reput ...
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A rumor said that Jason Aldean didn't leave a tip after ordering 60 or 65 burritos in West Virginia.

Did Jason Aldean Not Leave a Tip After Ordering 65 Burritos in a West Virginia 'Small Town'?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jul 26, 2023 A story about tipping was shared following a controversy concerning Aldean's music video for his ...
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A white woman in a purple headscarf and dress holds a microphone in her left hand. Her right is held up, palm out. Her eyes are closed as she sings.

Yes, Sinéad O'Connor Has Died

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Jul 26, 2023 Reports claiming that she died at age 56 were true.
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A rumor claimed that the original Zordon actor from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers named David J Fielding only made $150.

'Power Rangers' Actor Says He Only Made $150 to Portray the Face of Zordon in Hundreds of Episodes

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jul 18, 2023 There appeared to be nothing "mighty" about this agreement.
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An interview with Mel Gibson from 1998 went viral online around the release of the film, Sound of Freedom.

Mel Gibson Interview from 1998 Goes Viral with 'Sound of Freedom' Release

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jul 11, 2023 We transcribed the relevant portions of Gibson's full remarks to provide a more complete underst ...
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