Do Dramatic Videos Show the Earth’s Crust “Moving” for the “First Time”?
Two unrelated videos, one of a large landslide and the other of a frozen debris flow, have been shared across social media with misleading descriptions.
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New Research Suggests Massive Yellowstone Eruption Could Occur Sooner Than Expected?
Research documenting chemical changes in the Yellowstone magma chamber prior to a past eruption does not affect an eruption's future probability.
Were Enormous Pyramids Just Discovered In Antarctica?
Viral images attempting to sell pyramid-shaped features as evidence of an ancient civilization in Antarctica show nothing but mountains.
The Well to Hell
Urban legend claims scientists drilling in Siberia went too far and ended up punching a hole through to Hell, where the screams of the damned drifted up to them.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.