Did a 5G Cellular Network Test Cause Hundreds of Birds to Die?
The theory that a 5G network test caused the unexplained death of birds in The Hague relies on such a test's actually having taken place.
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Did Pfizer’s Vice President ‘Blow the Whistle’ on Gardasil?
A disreputable web site falsely claimed that the "vice president of Pfizer" said a vaccine for human papillomavirus is "deadly."
Did the Flu Shot Cause This Year’s Flu Epidemic?
This claim is based on the incorrect interpretation of single quote from one nurse in Wisconsin who, for the record, recommends getting the shot.
Less Effective Flu Shots ‘Prove’ You Shouldn’t Get Them at All?
Dubious websites are attempting to use a season in which the influenza vaccine is less effective than normal as evidence that getting inoculated is worthless.
Authorities Rule Alternative Health Practitioner’s Death a Suicide
Ann Boroch's Facebook page was taken down after announcing her death on 4 August 2017.
Spin-Fluenza
No, the CDC did not issue a warning advising folks to avoid this year's flu shot.
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Was a Florida Man Arrested for Tranquilizing and Raping Alligators in the Everglades?
Drugging up and performing sex acts on dangerous reptiles is probably not an advisable means for getting one's kicks.
Did Pelosi Use $15,000 Worth of Pens to Sign Articles of Impeachment?
The tradition of using multiple pens to sign important legislation, and then giving those pens to the people involved, has been practiced by politicians for decades.
Will Aaron Hernandez’s Family Receive $15 Million from the NFL?
Aaron Hernandez's conviction could be vacated under the obscure legal doctrine of abatement ab initio, but that won't necessarily entitle his family to millions of dollars.
Is the EPA Allowing for the Approval of New Asbestos-Containing Products?
The Environmental Protection Agency will be allowing for potential new uses of asbestos, while limiting the scope of studies that assess its risk.
Was Rapper YNW Melly Stabbed to Death in Prison?
Rumors of the rapper's demise spread in December 2019 after posts on "prank" news websites.