Cancer, Juries, and Scientific Certainty: The Monsanto Roundup Ruling Explained
Juries sometimes render verdicts on scientific questions, but that doesn’t mean their verdict is always accepted by the scientific community at large.
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Are Blue Strawberries Real?
Images that purport to show "blue strawberries" were digitally manipulated.
Monsanto Buys Whole Foods
A number of blog posts objecting to the Whole Foods CEO's comments about GMO labeling rejuvenated an old rumor that Monsanto bought the grocery chain.
Israel Just Banned Heinz Ketchup
Israel didn't ban the sale of Heinz brand ketchup; the country's Health Ministry just ruled that the company had to rebrand it as "tomato seasoning."
Zika Virus Caused by GMO Mosquitoes?
A number of articles inspired by a single speculative comment in Reddit's conspiracy section suggested the Zika virus was transmitted by genetically modified mosquitoes.
Chipotle Sabotaged by GMO Activists?
A rumor claims pro-GMO bioterrorists sabotaged Chipotle's supply chain to retaliate against them for rejecting GMOs.
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The Origins of Princess Leia’s Hairstyle
Following Carrie Fisher's death, speculation mounted regarding the inspiration for her Princess Leia's character's iconic hair buns.
Is Al Roker Leaving the ‘Today’ Show?
"Today" show fans have been anxious that the popular co-host is leaving.
Did Hillary Clinton Post Condolences for Tulsi Gabbard’s Suicide One Day Early?
A routine review of content labeled satire.
Did Prince Charles Ignore Mike Pence at a Holocaust Commemoration?
They really have got to stop meeting like this.
Did George Washington Say This About Citizens’ Right to Bear Arms?
George Washington is in the running for the United States' most misquoted president.