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Argos isn’t selling PlayStations for £2
We see false offers like this circulating on Facebook often. Argos has confirmed it isn’t real. Read
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Full Fact independently verifies popular posts, images and videos shared on Facebook. We investigate misinformation that circulates in groups and pages, examining the evidence behind health, political and cultural claims.
Our team uses open-source research, data analysis and expert consultation to clarify what’s false or misleading.
TikTok has not been banned across France
It’s been banned in the overseas territory of New Caledonia, amid recent riots, but not on personal devices elsewhere. Read
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No evidence Sadiq Khan ‘Remembrance weekend’ audio clip is real
A recording supposedly of the Mayor of London has been shared widely on social media, but was likely made using AI. Read
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Fake ‘BBC article’ falsely claims Robert Peston sued over promoting investment scheme
Robert Peston has not endorsed an online trading platform in an on-air interview with ITV colleague Paul Brand. Read
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Immigration
Being an immigrant doesn’t entitle you to get more money from the state than a pensioner
A Facebook post comparing what’s given to immigrants and British pensioners is missing important context. Read
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Picture does not show Sadiq Khan faked receiving flu jab
A recirculated photograph showing the safety cap still attached to the needle was taken prior to the injection being administered. Read
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Seven ways to spot if a Facebook post is a hoax
Spotting hoax posts on Facebook isn’t always easy, so here are seven things to look for if you’re trying to tell a fake post from a real one Read
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‘Illegal immigrants’ are not entitled to more benefits than pensioners
False information comparing benefits and other financial support has been circulating for more than a decade. Read
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Facebook ‘M&S golden ticket giveaway’ is fake
The post uses misleading imagery to promote a fake giveaway. Read
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Immigration
£7 million daily cost of hotel accommodation includes cost of housing Afghan refugees
Articles in the Daily Express and Daily Mail wrongly claimed that almost £7 million a day is being spent on hotels for people who either arrived in the UK illegally or are awaiting deportation. Read
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