Twitter’s Alts and Rogues
Twitter is full of "alt-gov", or alternate government, accounts — but without verification, it's difficult to know whom to trust.
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Did the U.S. Government Purposely Poison 10,000 Americans During Prohibition?
An Internet meme claims that government agencies tried to curb consumption of illegal liquor by adding poison.
The King of Denmark Wore a Yellow Star
The legend of non-Jewish Danes donning yellow stars in solidarity with Jews during the Nazi occupation of Denmark is a touching story but not historically accurate.
Leaked E-mails Show John Podesta Discussed Alien Technology with Former NASA Astronaut
A retired astronaut with some eccentric views did attempt to set up a meeting with Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman, but that's about as far as it got.
Does This Photograph Show a Missouri ‘Nigger Hunting’ License?
Extant pieces of racist memorabilia serve as reminders of 20th century American racial attitudes.
Congress Prohibits Affirmative Action
Will Congress be voting to prohibit affirmative action in admissions for any institution of higher education that receives federal funding?
Are Black Heritage Stamps Being Discontinued?
Is the U.S. Postal Service discontinuing the Black Heritage series of postage stamps?
George W. Bush Refuses to Sell Home to Blacks
Did George W. Bush refuse to sell his home to blacks?
‘One Vote’ Fallacies
The low down on elections decided by one vote.
Mussolini and On Time Trains
Did Mussolini make the trains run on time?
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Prolonged usage of certain masks can cause some health concerns.
Did COVID-19 Kill Chuck Norris?
Norris, now 80, has been a frequent subject of hoaxes over the years.
Is This Obama’s Official White House Portrait?
This isn't the first time the painting was mistaken as an official White House portrait.
Will Hand Sanitizer Combust If Left in a Hot Car?
Hand sanitizer is definitely flammable ... but enough to start a car fire?