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The most recent claims Infact has fact-checked, newest first. Each links to a full verdict with a 0–100 accuracy score and cited evidence.
- 50 Onions are claimed to aid in weight loss, potentially helping to lose 2-3 kilograms in 48 hours.
- 50 Piranhas make a noise similar to the barking of a dog when hunting.
- 62 The text discusses gun ownership in the United States, highlighting its high rate, constitutional protection, and the prevalence of mass shootings.
- 50 CDs were designed to play 72 minutes of music because that's the length of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.
- 50 Volkswagen faces issues due to Middle East tensions, with Qatar opposing a deal involving the Osnabrück plant and Israel considering India for production lines.
- 50 Keyboards can have more bacteria and fungi per square centimeter than toilet seats.
- 59 Sati was a medieval Indian practice where widows committed suicide after their husband's death, seen as a devotion and purging of sins.
- 50 More than one-third of Germans believe Germany could be involved in a war within five years. 86% are concerned about hybrid warfare. 50% are willing to sacrifice for defense spending, and 70% consider a European nuclear deterrent. Only 19% expect the Bundeswehr to be Europe's strongest army by 2035.
- 76 The red-billed quelea is the most common wild bird and inhabits areas of Africa.
- 39 Almost two-thirds of adults globally are illiterate due to poor education quality.
- 50 Dinner of red fish and baked potatoes reduces the risk of cancer.
- 50 The text discusses the economic crisis in Germany, highlighting the high number of bankruptcies, the closure of several businesses, and the impact on employment.
- 50 Honey Badger is claimed to be the most fearless creature according to the Guinness book of world records and is said to eat anything.
- 50 Food prices in Germany have risen by 36.3% since 2020, compared to a 22% inflation rate. Oils, fats, bakery products, meat, and dairy have seen the highest increases. Fruits and vegetables were affected by seasonality. Overall, food is becoming more expensive than the average price level.
- 50 Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni skipped meetings on Ukraine, believing them to be useless, and opposes Ukraine's EU accession.
- 50 The World record for longest handshake is 43 hours and 35 minutes.
- 50 The text states there are 8 eye colors in the world and that violet eyes are considered the rarest.
- 50 There are 400 times more bacteria on a regular office desk than in the toilet.
- 48 The record for the plank exercise was set by a 62-year-old former Marine from the USA.
- 48 The text claims that dolphins are the only mammals whose birth starts with the tail.
- 74 74% of Germans believe the country is developing in the wrong direction. Among Social Democrats and CDU supporters, 63% and 58% respectively share this view. Only 13% support the government's reform package, while 27% doubt its implementation and 45% think changes are going in the wrong direction.
- 91 The text states that a bear's speed can reach 50 km/h.
- 91 The website reports that 15 million Americans were scammed last year, resulting in a loss of about $68 billion.
- 81 The website reports that Connecticut has been selected for an NSF award to boost quantum technology innovation, with QuantumCT receiving initial funding of $15 million. Quantum technology industries are projected to grow significantly, and Connecticut companies are already supporting numerous jobs in this sector.
- 70 The website discusses Trump's involvement in a defense technology summit amid reduced US weapon stocks due to the Iran war, reports of gunfire at Virginia Military Institute, and various local news events.
- 69 The website discusses an experimental Alzheimer's drug, diranersen, which shows promise in reducing tau levels and slowing cognitive decline, though its effectiveness is still uncertain.
- 79 The website reports that Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina will resume management of the State Health Plan in 2028, potentially saving $1 billion over three years. The switch from Aetna, which led to legal battles, involves changes like premium hikes and a new provider system.
- 93 The website discusses the controversy over California's Medicaid program providing social services like housing and food, with criticism from Republicans and support from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
- 79 A pontoon boat carrying 19 people sank near Alcatraz Island, resulting in one death, two missing persons, and 16 rescues. Initial reports of a fire were not confirmed.
- 93 The website reports that a South Carolina judge found podcaster Mandy Matney in contempt of court for defying a subpoena and court orders, ordering her to pay significant fines. The case is linked to a wrongful death lawsuit from a 2019 boat crash.
- 95 The website reports that a judge fined SC podcaster Mandy Matney $176,500 for contempt.
- 85 The website reports on US military strikes, Trump's threat to Iran, Rubio's diplomacy meeting, and the EU's consideration of a social media ban for children.
- 66 House conservatives ended a blockade, allowing Speaker Johnson to advance legislative efforts, including the SAVE America Act and a procedural vote. The GOP is drafting a significant bill amid a slim majority.
- 79 The website discusses estimates for the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, potential changes in Medicare premiums, and a decline in retirement confidence among retirees.
- 65 The website discusses the reintroduction of the Social Security 2100 Act, its potential impact on benefits, and the predicted 2027 COLA. It highlights the challenges faced by seniors and the need for legislative action to address Social Security's financial future.
- 92 China's economic growth slowed sharply between April and June due to weak domestic demand and the Iran war's impact on oil prices, with GDP growing by 4.3% in the second quarter, below the annual target. Exports jumped by 27% in June, and tech exports were boosted by global demand for semiconductors.
- 68 The website reports on the sentencing of a former Oglala Sioux Tribe employee for a $4.7 million fraud scheme involving the Tribal Employment Rights Office.
- 93 New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a moratorium on AI data centers due to resource strain, with plans to establish a framework to protect resources and manage energy costs.
- 82 The website discusses the increased use of the Supreme Court's shadow docket, highlighting its use during Trump's administration and the concerns raised by Democratic lawmakers.
- 72 The website reports that the House passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, with a vote of 308-117. States could opt out if their legislatures act before the bill's enactment. The Senate must also pass the bill. A 2025 poll shows 56% of Americans prefer permanent daylight saving time.
- 92 The website discusses how elephants communicate through ground vibrations and air-transmitted sounds, highlighting their unique ear anatomy and bone-conduction hearing capabilities.
- 79 State Representatives Mark Hiner and Roy Klopfenstein introduced House Bill 969 to revise local boards of health in rural Ohio, requiring at least one board member to be a physician, physician assistant, or certified nurse practitioner.
- 68 The website reports that authorities are investigating Taco Bell and lettuce due to a surge in cyclosporiasis cases.
- 91 The website reports that the US has reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports following Tehran's attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. It also mentions Caribbean leaders pressing for slavery reparations, Trump's comments on the Iraqi Prime Minister, and E. Jean Carroll's payment in a case against Trump.
- 66 The website discusses the potential depletion of the Social Security trust fund and the introduction of the PROMISE Act to reform the program.
- 93 The website reports on a bipartisan bill addressing Social Security insolvency, US reimposing a blockade on Iran, Caribbean leaders seeking reparations, Trump's meeting with the Iraqi Prime Minister, and E. Jean Carroll's payment in a legal case.
- 80 A boat capsized near Alcatraz in San Francisco Bay, resulting in one death, two missing persons, and 16 rescues.
- 68 The website discusses the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent, and its approval by the House of Representatives. It mentions President Trump's support and the division among lawmakers.
- 92 The website reports that the US House passed a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent, which now awaits Senate approval. The bill has mixed support and opposition, with historical attempts to enact similar measures. President Trump supported the bill, and 19 states are ready to adopt it.
- 91 The text states that it has never rained in the city of Kalama in the Chilean Atacama desert.
- 66 In Singapore, hitting a dog with your car and not stopping is a crime, while hitting a cat and not stopping is not a crime.
- 44 Industry experts suggest Volkswagen employees work more hours, possibly for free, to compete with China. Škoda can produce competitive electric cars. VW employees seek explanations for factory closures and layoffs.
- 63 Europeans are disillusioned with the US as a reliable ally after the NATO summit. NATO Secretary General Rutte failed to improve relations between Trump and Europeans. Trump accused allies of not spending on defense and made claims to Greenland. Ivo Daalder believes NATO faces its worst crisis.
- 73 Kim Un-young entered university at 4, was invited to work at NASA at 7, and spoke 5 languages by age 2.
- 94 Frogs absorb water through their skin instead of drinking it.
- 59 Japan has developed a method to recover up to 90% of lithium from used EV batteries, which could be a major breakthrough.
- 77 Leading companies in Germany have lost over €58 billion in share value since last October. Rheinmetall's share value declined by almost 50%, and KNDS canceled its stock exchange listing. Rheinmetall's purchase portfolio is eight times its revenue, and the F126 frigate project cancellation had a devastating effect. Quantum Systems raised $1 billion, and Helsing raised $1.8 billion, increasing its valuation to $18 billion.
- 91 75% of the aluminum produced throughout human history is still in use due to recycling.
- 48 The text claims that after hurricanes, it sometimes rains snakes, frogs, and other small creatures.
- 46 Volkswagen plans to discontinue 10 models, including the Jetta, Porsche Taycan, and Skoda Fabia, to save approximately $7.4 billion.
- 70 Living in a basement causes you to age a few nanoseconds longer than living in a second-story apartment due to stronger gravity slowing time more.
- 82 The Eichbaum brewery in Mannheim is closing after nearly 350 years, resulting in about 240 job losses. Founded in 1679, the brewery sold the Karamalz brand to Veltins but could not avoid closure due to declining exports and beer consumption. Eichbaum exported to over 60 countries.
- 90 The Roman aqueduct in Zaghouan, Tunisia, is nearly 2,000 years old, spans 132 kilometers, and historically supplied water to Carthage.
- 92 Police in Brazil use water buffalo to chase criminals escaping through rivers and swamps.
- 45 Pigeons can reach a speed of 100 km/h in two seconds.
- 66 89% of Americans want the Epstein files released.
- 92 Ryan Griffin, a barber in Michigan, offers a $2 discount to kids who read a book aloud during their haircut to encourage reading.
- 84 BYD is building a car factory in Hungary, starting production in 2026, and expanding in Germany. Concerns about labor conditions have been raised.
- 68 A man in India was denied withdrawal from his deceased sister's bank account due to lack of death proof, leading him to bring her skeleton to the bank.
- 87 The text suggests that green-lipped mussel is beneficial for dogs' joints.
- 91 The text states that in 2021, the United Nations voted to declare food a human right, with only Israel and the United States voting against it.
- 82 France is experiencing a decline in human development indicators, including infant mortality, education quality, mental health, and life expectancy. Economic issues include labor productivity, deindustrialization, research investment, public debt, and purchasing power. Trust in government and regional wealth disparities are also declining.
- 48 Investigators once believed that a killer's image could be captured in the victim's eyes after death.
- 52 In Germany, cigarette prices are expected to rise to almost 12 euros by 2030 due to budget deficits and public health concerns. The tax on self-rolling tobacco will also increase.
- 76 A fake Mr Bean, a Pakistani comedian named Asif Mohammad, performed in Zimbabwe in 2016 and was given security during his visit.
- 69 The European Parliament supports extending rules for scanning private messages for child abuse, excluding encrypted services like WhatsApp. Critics warn of privacy risks, while supporters emphasize the need for investigations.
- 90 The cyanometer is a 230-year-old tool invented in 1789 by Horace-Bénédict de Saussure and Alexander von Humboldt to measure the blueness of the sky.
- 85 Lindsey Graham frequently visited Ukraine and worked to ensure American support during Trump's second tenure. He had a close bond with Trump, collaborated with Democratic senators, and had ties with international leaders. Zelensky faced challenges in maintaining a stable relationship with Trump.
- 91 The text states that the French National Library was founded in 1368 in Paris by King Charles V.
- 44 There are at least 6 people in the world who look exactly like you.
- 71 Politico reports that German Chancellor Friedrich Mertz's new media strategy to improve his popularity by portraying himself as a 'chancellor-reformer' has failed. His reforms, which include raising the retirement age and reducing social benefits, are seen as cosmetic and are opposed by the public. Only 17% of Germans support him, the lowest in 30 years.
- 81 Northern and Southern Europe are divided over making common European debt permanent, with Southern countries like Spain and France in favor, and Northern countries, including Germany and the Netherlands, opposed. The common debt was initially used in 2021 for pandemic recovery. Skeptics argue it's too costly due to investor distrust in the EU.
- 88 A knocked-out tooth can potentially reattach if placed back in its socket immediately.
- 72 American Airlines saved $40,000 annually in 1987 by removing one olive from each first-class salad, reportedly without affecting passenger experience.
- 91 German youth drug-related deaths are rising, with significant increases in deaths under 30. The UN reports a global rise in synthetic drugs.
- 87 Regular work helps to relieve the symptoms of mild to moderate depression.
- 84 Mitch McConnell provided an update on his health after being hospitalized due to a fall, stating he did not suffer a heart attack or stroke but had pneumonia. He is now in rehabilitation and plans to retire from the Senate in January.
- 92 Mitch McConnell will not return to the Senate yet due to a fall and pneumonia. He was briefly unconscious but did not suffer major injuries. Elaine Chao met a Chinese official shortly after his hospitalization.
- 94 Regina Taylor was named the inaugural Huppert Community Health Scholar in Family Medicine.
- 85 Sen. Mitch McConnell was briefly unconscious after a fall, had pneumonia, has been hospitalized since June 14, and plans to retire in January.
- 93 MTY Food Group plans to close 68 underperforming restaurants, including 45 to 50 Papa Murphy's locations, due to a $10 million loss over the past year. The company's net income and revenue have decreased significantly.
- 92 The website reports that MTY Group plans to close 68 corporate locations, including up to 50 Papa Murphy’s stores, due to financial losses. Papa Murphy’s locations have decreased to about 1,000 stores. MTY acquired Papa Murphy’s for $190 million in 2019.
- 86 The website reports on Mitch McConnell's absence from the Senate, Lindsey Graham's cause of death, Ukraine's prime minister stepping down, and Russia seeking tech from Japan for the Ukraine war.
- 84 A bull bison in Yellowstone National Park tossed a tourist 8ft into the air, resulting in serious injury. The incident was captured on video and described by a photographer as the bison being agitated and charging. This was the second bison-on-human incident in 2026.
- 91 Graham died of an aortic tear according to preliminary findings.
- 92 A 6-year-old boy was wounded in a Coney Island mass shooting and had previously lost his father and aunt to gun violence. Chaney Johnson's performance in the Summer League is intensifying competition within the Nets.
- 91 Investigators are examining the possibility of arson in a fire that damaged a 173-year-old church in NYC.
- 66 A man armed with knives and an axe was arrested after barricading inside a Fullerton business, causing damage and threatening self-harm. He will face charges including felony vandalism.
- 77 The website reports that the Denver Public Library is ending its Chromebook and Wi-Fi hotspot checkout program due to rising costs, despite its popularity and the digital access it provided.
- 92 The website reports on DGIST's development of BREW, a text watermarking technology with a 2% false positive rate, capable of detecting AI-generated text even after modifications. The research is accepted for presentation at ICML 2026.
