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‘The Simpsons’ predicted a World Cup 2026 final between Mexico and Portugal
Publisher’s rating: FALSE
The review says the episode’s Mexico–Portugal match reference did not specify a year, so it did not predict a 2026 World Cup final. It notes that identical screenshots circulated during the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. [S1]
Loyer’s older brother, Foster, went undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft and switched his career to becoming a video coordinator.
Publisher’s rating: Loyer’s older brother, Foster, went undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft and switched his career to becoming a video coordinator.
CA Bhavani Devi is the first Indian fencer to qualify for the Paris Olympics 2024
Publisher’s rating: FALSE
The review says that, as of February 2024, Bhavani Devi had not qualified for Paris 2024 and that no official reports confirmed her qualification. It notes that she was the first Indian fencer to qualify for Tokyo 2020, not Paris 2024.
A video clip from News18 showcasing Sachin Tendulkar discussing the online game ‘Skyward Aviator.’
Publisher’s rating: FALSE
2024 ஒலிம்பிக்கில் விளையாட தகுதி பெற்றார் பவானி தேவி – பாலிமர் நியூஸ்
Publisher’s rating: false
In a remarkable achievement for Indian sports, Bhavani Devi has etched her name in history by becoming the first Indian fencer to secure a spot at the Paris Olympics. The accomplished athlete’s journey and unwavering dedication have paved the way for a groundbreaking chapter in Indian fencing. Hailing from Chennai, Bhavani Devi has been a trailblazer in the world of fencing, showcasing exceptional skill and resilience throughout her career. Her qualification for the Paris Olympics marks a watershed moment not only for her but also for the entire nation.
Publisher’s rating: false
Pictures of Sania Mirza at Mumbai airport show her returning to India with her son Izhaan after getting divorced from Shoaib Malik
Publisher’s rating: MISLEADING
The review found that the pictures were taken in 2019 and were unrelated to Sania Mirza’s divorce or return to India. It identifies the same pictures in a mid-day report dated 23 October 2019.
نادي النصر السعودي يؤكّد غياب كريستيانو رونالدو عن اللعب ضد ليونيل ميسي في مباراة الخميس، بسبب الإصابة وعدم الجاهزية
Publisher’s rating: كاذب
"الاتحاد الليبي لكرة القدم يقرر اعتبار اللاعبين السودانيين والفلسطينيين لاعبين مواطنين"
Publisher’s rating: صحيح
The review reports that the Libyan Football Federation published a decision allowing Sudanese and Palestinian players to register and participate in the 2023–2024 season, treating them as Libyan players. It says the decision cited the circumstances affecting the two countries and the aim of enabling players to continue playing football.
تصريح منسوب للحكم الإيراني علي رضا فغاني يقول فيه: أنا نادم بسبب طرد أيمن حسين، وقراري كان انفعالياً، واطلب من الجمهور العراقي أن يسامحني
Publisher’s rating: كاذب
Old images of Virat Kohli have been shared with the claim that they show him at the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024.
Publisher’s rating: False
غانا تمنح 400 دولار لكل مشجع يتواجد في مدرجاتها أمام مصر بأمم أفريقيا
Publisher’s rating: خبر كاذب
Durch den Tod von Franz Beckenbauer wurden die Spezialsendungen zu den Bauernprotesten durch Spezialsendungen zu Beckenbauer ersetzt und niemand sprach mehr über die Bauern.
Publisher’s rating: Die Sondersendungen zum Tod von Beckenbauer wurden bei ARD und ZDF zusätzlich zu den Sendungen, die sich mit den Bauernprotesten befassten, gesendet. Bei RTL war keine spezielle Sendung zu den Bauernprotesten geplant. Für eine Sondersendung zu Franz Beckenbauer wurde «Wer wird Millionär?» kurzfristig nach hinten verschoben.
URGENTE Após saída de Dorival para a seleção, o São Paulo anuncia Joaquim ROLÃO PRETO como seu novo treinador.
Publisher’s rating: Falso
බැඩ්මින්ටන් ක්රීඩකයින් දෙදෙනෙකු සමග තනිව තරගවදිමින් පහසුවෙන් ජයගන්නා රොබෝ ක්රීඩකයාගේ ඇත්ත කතාව!
Publisher’s rating: Altered
The review says the video was edited with visual effects: the original footage shows a real badminton player, not a robot. It identifies the player as Chinese national badminton athlete Zhang Tianyu and says the original video was uploaded to Douyin on December 13, 2023.
The viral video shows the CM of Rajasthan, Bhajan Lal Sharma, falling while playing cricket
Publisher’s rating: FALSE
The review identifies the person in the video as Odisha BJD MLA Bhupinder Singh, not Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. It says Singh fell while trying to bat at a cricket tournament inauguration in Kalahandi district on 25 December 2023.
‘ఆడుదాం ఆంధ్ర’ టోర్నమెంట్లో భాగంగా క్రికెట్ ఆడుతూ కిందపడి గాయపడిన వై.కా.పా ఎమ్మెల్యే కాటసాని రామిరెడ్డి
Publisher’s rating: FALSE