UK Child Poverty: Statistics, Two-Child Limit & Government Policy
UK child poverty debated amid delayed strategy. Two-child benefit limit impacts many families. DWP data, HBAI, and new measures assess poverty levels. Calls to scrap the policy grow.
Iran Protests: Fact-Checking Misinformation and Old Videos
Fact-check reveals video of Iran protests shared online is miscaptioned, actually footage from 2017, not recent anti-government demonstrations. Important to verify content before sharing.
Murder Rates: California vs. Alabama, Arkansas & Oklahoma
CDC data shows California's homicide rate is lower than Alabama, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Newsom accurately compared homicide rates per 100,000 people, despite arguments over crime statistics and political rhetoric.
ICE Arrests & Warrants: Immigration Enforcement Explained
ICE's detention policies & warrant requirements are under scrutiny. Administrative vs. judicial warrants, public arrests, and expedited removal raise legal concerns. Cases dismissed impact deportations.
Minnesota Lawmakers Shooting: Conspiracy Theories & Political Violence
Following the MN lawmakers' shooting, unsubstantiated theories linked the suspect to left-wing extremism & Gov. Walz. The suspect had a target list. Political violence and misinformation spread online.
Living Standards: Claims vs. Reality, Weakest Growth on Record
Claims about record low living standards are examined. While some measures show weak growth and reductions, data doesn't confirm all-time lows. Impact of pandemic & inflation on living standards is explored.
Immigration Raids & Protests in Los Angeles
Los Angeles sees protests after immigration raids near a Home Depot, detaining dozens. Schools respond with security measures amidst rumors of ICE presence. Investigation disputes claims.
mRNA Vaccine Safety: Myocarditis, CDC & Government Concerns
Reports reveal discussions on myocarditis between Israel's Health Ministry and CDC in 2021. Safety signals emerged, particularly in young males. Despite concerns, experts highlight the benefits of mRNA vaccines while some government actions spark debate.
LA Protests: National Guard Deployment & Timeline
Los Angeles protests led to National Guard deployment. Trump's action faced criticism. Timeline details initial media reports, official statements & troop arrival. Violence & unrest reported.
AI-Generated Air India Plane Crash Photo: Fact Check
AI-generated image of an Air India plane hitting a building is circulating after the Ahmedabad collision. Experts confirm it's fake. Beware of misinformation during crises.
Newsom’s Misleading Troop Photo: Afghanistan or Trump?
Gavin Newsom posted photos online claiming to show mistreatment of troops sent to LA by Trump. The photos actually depict soldiers in Kabul during Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021, not current conditions.
Foreign Aid Reform: Distorted Stats & Aid Efficiency
Marco Rubio and JD Vance face scrutiny for misrepresenting aid stats, claiming only 12% reaches recipients. Critiques of 'phantom aid' and calls for shifting funds to local entities highlight aid efficiency debates.
Fact Checking: Migration, NHS, and Justice Claims
Analysis of UK-EU deal, migration figures, NHS appointments data, and miscarriages of justice. Fact-checking claims from politicians and media on key issues. Includes data from ONS, NHS England and CCRC.
Fact Checks: Migration, NHS, Fishing, and Justice
Fact checks on claims about UK migration, NHS appointments, fishing agreement with EU, and miscarriages of justice. Analyzing data and statements for accuracy. #migration #NHS #fishing
AI-Generated Video: Damaged Aircraft Debunked
AI-generated video of damaged army aircraft debunked. The clip circulating on social media is fake, with distorted figures and overlapping planes. Fact-checking is crucial in conflict coverage. AI content identification.
UK Council Elections Delayed: Reorganisation and Controversy
Nine UK council elections were postponed due to local government reorganisation, sparking controversy. Critics cited democratic concerns and political motivations. Claims of illegality are partly false.
DOGE’s Cost Cuts: Exaggerated Savings & Political Fallout
DOGE, under Musk and Trump, aimed for massive cost cuts but fell short. Savings are disputed, agencies gutted, and states challenged actions. Political conflicts add uncertainty.