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Can Too Much Mobile Gaming Burst Blood Vessels in Your Eyes?
According to a warning that is currently circulating via Facebook, playing mobile phone games for too long can cause the blood vessels in your eyes to burst.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 25, 2018
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No, Romaine Lettuce is NOT Covered With a Layer of Plastic
According to various posts that circulate via social media and video sharing websites, romaine lettuce leaves are covered by a thin film of plastic. The posts feature videos showing people peeling off the supposed plastic film from the lettuce leaves.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 25, 2018
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Ham Face Dog Prank Post From 2015 STILL Duping Internet Users
According to a post that is currently being shared on Facebook, a dog saved his family from a fire but was badly burned during the rescue. Supposedly, Facebook is donating $1 for every share to help get the dog’s face fixed.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 24, 2018
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Russian Sleep Experiment Story
This story was first published on September 4th, 2013
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 24, 2018
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Bogus Blackmail Scam Email Demands Payment in Bitcoin
According to this email, the sender installed software on an X-rated website that you visited and was able to make a video of you viewing the material on the site. And, claims the email, the software also collected all of your social media and email contacts.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 24, 2018
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‘Japan’s Fireworks Best in the World’ Video is A Digital Simulation
This video, which appears to depict a spectacular fireworks display in Japan with Mount Fuji in the background has been circulating via YouTube and social media since 2014.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 23, 2018
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Spurious Health Claim – ‘Asparagus Can Cure Cancer’
This story was first published on March 25th, 2014
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 23, 2018
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Dollar General is NOT Giving Facebook Users Free $150 Coupons
According to a post that is currently circulating on Facebook, American variety store chain Dollar General is providing each family with a free $150 coupon as a means of celebrating the company’s 135 years of service.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 22, 2018
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Hunting Family Posing With Dead Elephant Picture
This story was first published on November 15th, 2013
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 22, 2018
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‘Account Accessed in Another Location’ Apple Phishing Scam
According to this email, which purports to be from Apple, your account was accessed in another location and the company considers this suspicious. The email urges you to open an attached file for details. However, the email is not from Apple.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 18, 2018
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Fake Will Smith Facebook Pages Offering Cash and Prizes as Bait
Various posts circulating on Facebook are claiming that famous American actor Will Smith is giving away millions of dollars in cash and prizes to his Facebook followers.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 16, 2018
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New Pepsi Can Omits ‘Under God’ Hoax
This story was first published on April 19, 2004 – Image: © abpmedia/depositphotos.com
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 16, 2018
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Cold Water Causes Cancer Warning Message
This story was first published on August 8th, 2006
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 13, 2018
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Tyler Perry Warns Fans About Scam Facebook Pages Using His Name
In recent weeks, Facebook has been inundated with posts claiming that American actor and comedian Tyler Perry is giving away cash and valuable gifts to his fans.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 12, 2018
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Decorative Magnets on Refrigerators – Cancer Warning Hoax
This story was first published on July 13, 2010
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 12, 2018
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Fake Janet Jackson Facebook Page Promises Free Money and Prizes
A Facebook Page that masquerades as the official Page for the popular singer and actress Janet Jackson is claiming that the star is giving away large amounts of cash and valuable prizes to her fans.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 11, 2018
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‘You Were Stupid’ Fake Blackmail Scam Email
According to this email, the sender has infected your computer with malware after you visited a porn website. Supposedly, the malware turned on your computer’s camera and captured your actions during your visit.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 10, 2018
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Bristol Zoo Car Park Attendant Hoax
This story was first published on July 17th, 2009
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 10, 2018
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Myth – Ice Water Can Cause Dangerous Bloating in Dogs
This story was first published on July 11, 2013
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 9, 2018
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HMRC ‘Reimbursements are Available’ Tax Refund Phishing Scam
According to this email, which purports to be from the UK’s HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), you only have 48 hours to click a link and claim an outstanding tax refund. The message warns that reimbursements are only available for a certain period of time.
Hoax-Slayer · English · Jul 6, 2018
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