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Doctored image falsely shared as Trump 'applauding South Korean president'

Chantal - 24 July, 2024

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SpaceX rocket explosion falsely presented online as failed India mission

Chantal - 24 July, 2024

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Video of Indian influencer falsely shared as army hero widow 'flaunting self online'

John - 24 July, 2024

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EU refutes claim it conducted an 'election polls survey' in Sri Lanka

John - 24 July, 2024

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Fake letter sparks Jimmy Carter death hoax

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Old biker video unrelated to 2024 Republican convention

Chantal - 23 July, 2024

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Posts misrepresent study on coral, warmer oceans

Chantal - 23 July, 2024

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Social media users responded to US President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race by claiming the deadlines for changing ballots had already passed in several states, effectively handing Republicans a win in the Electoral College. This is false; election officials and independent legal experts told AFP states have not yet printed their ballots for the November contest, as the Democratic Party has not formally nominated a candidate.

Posts falsely claim US ballot deadlines prevent new Democratic nominee

Chantal - 23 July, 2024

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Post misleadingly claims Nigerian leader lost most states in 2023 election stronghold

Chantal - 23 July, 2024

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Clip showing a flooded road was filmed in Nigeria, not Ghana

Chantal - 23 July, 2024

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