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srilankafactcrescendo_128_ret_b13_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_128 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/no-a-short-film-titled-sorry-did-not-win-an-oscar-for-best-short-film/ | The Short Film “Sorry” Won An Oscar For The Best Short Film! | Social Media Users | 2024-04-02 | https://filmlifestyle.com/oscar-best-short-film/ | Short films awarded the coveted Best Short Film Oscar exhibit exceptional craftsmanship, innovative storytelling techniques, and a clear artistic vision. [...] BestOscar Best Short Film Movies – Wrap Up The Oscar for Best Short Film recognizes outstanding achievements in the field of short filmmaking. | 2024-10-04 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_128_ret_bn_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_128 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/no-a-short-film-titled-sorry-did-not-win-an-oscar-for-best-short-film/ | The Short Film “Sorry” Won An Oscar For The Best Short Film! | Social Media Users | 2024-04-02 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/no-a-short-film-titled-sorry-did-not-win-an-oscar-for-best-short-film/ | No, The Short Film "Sorry" Did NOT Win an Oscar for The Best Short Film! [...] A video circulating on social media in Sri Lanka claims that an award-winning short film titled "Sorry" allegedly has won an Oscar for Best Short Movie. [...] In conclusion, the viral claim that a short film titled "Sorry" won an Oscar for Best Short Movie is false. There is no evidence to support such a claim, and it is likely a misinterpretation or fabrication derived from unrelated Indian misinformation. | 2024-04-06 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_128_ret_bn_g2 | srilankafactcrescendo_128 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/no-a-short-film-titled-sorry-did-not-win-an-oscar-for-best-short-film/ | The Short Film “Sorry” Won An Oscar For The Best Short Film! | Social Media Users | 2024-04-02 | https://factly.in/this-short-film-named-sorry-did-not-win-an-oscar-award/ | A social media post accompanied by a video claims that it is a short film titled – Sorry, which allegedly won an Oscar award. Let’s check the accuracy of this claim through this article. Claim: A short film titled ‘Sorry’ won an Oscar award. [...] To find out whether the short film ‘Sorry’ won an academy award, we checked the official academy awards database available on the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ website. But, ‘Sorry’ is not listed as a winner or nominee. | 2023-08-14 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_129 | srilankafactcrescendo_129 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/spacex-rockets-death-throes-cause-illuminated-swirl-over-iceland-not-alien-invasion/ | An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? | Social Media Users | 2024-03-14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/spacex-rockets-death-throes-cause-illuminated-swirl-over-iceland-not-alien-invasion/ | Contrary to claims suggesting alien involvement, the illuminated swirl seen over Iceland was a natural phenomenon caused by the death throes of a SpaceX rocket. This occurrence is not unprecedented and is known as a "SpaceX spiral," which is expected to become more common with the increasing frequency of Space X satellite launches. Therefore, there is no evidence to support the claim of alien invasion or extraterrestrial activity related to this event. | 2024-03-14 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_129_ret_b11_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_129 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/spacex-rockets-death-throes-cause-illuminated-swirl-over-iceland-not-alien-invasion/ | An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? | Social Media Users | 2024-03-14 | https://www.livescience.com/space/space-exploration/dying-spacex-rocket-creates-glowing-galaxy-like-spiral-in-the-middle-of-the-northern-lights | A massive swirl of bright white light seemingly appeared from out of nowhere in the night sky above the Arctic last week, briefly upstaging a vibrant aurora display that spanned thousands of miles. [...] Aurora photographer Shang Yang captured a stunning photo of the illuminated swirl near the town of Akureyri in Iceland at around 1 a.m. local time on March 5. "It looked otherworldly against the Northern Lights," Shang told Spaceweather.com. The spectacle lasted for around 10 minutes before dissipating. [...] Staiger also predicts that there will be another strong SpaceX spiral above Iceland and other parts of the Arctic when the Transporter-12 mission launches in October this year. | 2024-03-12 | False | false | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_129_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_129 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/spacex-rockets-death-throes-cause-illuminated-swirl-over-iceland-not-alien-invasion/ | An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? | Social Media Users | 2024-03-14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/spacex-rockets-death-throes-cause-illuminated-swirl-over-iceland-not-alien-invasion/ | Dying SpaceX Rocket Caused Illuminated Swirl Over Iceland, Not Alien Invasion! [...] Contrary to claims suggesting alien involvement, the illuminated swirl seen over Iceland was a natural phenomenon caused by the death throes of a SpaceX rocket. This occurrence is not unprecedented and is known as a "SpaceX spiral," which is expected to become more common with the increasing frequency of Space X satellite launches. Therefore, there is no evidence to support the claim of alien invasion or extraterrestrial activity related to this event. Title:SpaceX Rocket's Death Throes Cause Illuminated Swirl Over Iceland, Not Alien Invasion | 2024-03-18 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_13 | srilankafactcrescendo_13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-21 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | The claims that former minister Ravi Karunanayake and SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella have left Sri Lanka are baseless. Both Lakshman Kiriella's personal statement and confirmation from Ravi Karunanayake's media secretary show that these politicians are still in the country. | 2024-09-21 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_13_ret_b16_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-21 | https://kpoplife.com/ravi-leaves-vixx-issues-apology-for-military-related-scandal/ | Ravi has officially left VIXX. Jellyfish Entertainment confirmed the rapper’s departure in an official statement. Kim Wonsik also issued an apology following his military-related scandal. Ravi’s Departure From VIXX Confirmed By Jellyfish Entertainment Jellyfish Entertainment shared an official statement confirming Ravi’s departure from VIXX. "After careful discussion between Ravi and the agency, it was decided that he will leave the team as of today," the statement read. The agency also apologized "for causing trouble to the fans who support VIXX." | 2024-10-08 | False | false | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_13_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-21 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | Claims That Ravi Karunanayake and Lakshman Kiriella Have Left Sri Lanka Are False! [...] As the country heads to the polls on election day, social media platforms have been flooded with claims that former minister and United National Party (UNP) member Ravi Karunanayake & Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member of Parliament Lakshman Kiriella, has left Sri Lanka. [...] The claims that former minister Ravi Karunanayake and SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella have left Sri Lanka are baseless. Both Lakshman Kiriella's personal statement and confirmation from Ravi Karunanayake's media secretary show that these politicians are still in the country. | 2024-09-21 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_13_ret_bn_g11 | srilankafactcrescendo_13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/claims-that-ravi-karunanayake-and-lakshman-kiriella-have-left-sri-lanka-are-false-618973 | Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-21 | https://www.news.lk/news/political-current-affairs/item/26682-speaker-tells-media-to-report-with-responsibility | Kiriella also claimed that the proposed Status of Forces (SOFA) agreement has so far only amounted to letters being exchanged. "The agreement was initiated by President Chandrika Kumaratunga.These were done by your Governments.We are bound to implement those agreements signed by previous Governments. We will send all the drafts to the Attorney General. They will ensure that there’s nothing in them that are harmful to the country’s sovereignty. We will only sign them after obtaining the approval of the Attorney General," he added. [...] However, Kiriella told Parliament that when Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana was in the US conducting negotiations on extending the SOFA, he had insisted that any US citizen suspected of an offence committed in this country will be subjected to Sri Lankan jurisdiction. [...] The recent withdrawal of the Electricity (Amendment) Bill will stagnate the development of renewable energy power plants in the country, Power and Renewable Energy Minister Ravi Karunanayake said yesterday. | 2019-08-14 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_132 | srilankafactcrescendo_132 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-17 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | The viral posts claiming that consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be deadly are unfounded and lack scientific evidence. Experts have clarified that while mixing these might cause minor digestive discomfort for some people, it is not lethal. This misinformation appears to have spread internationally without any credible backing.No evidence to prove such an incident really occurred in Chandinagar in India. | 2024-05-17 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_132_ret_bn_g10 | srilankafactcrescendo_132 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-17 | https://typeset.io/questions/how-does-the-consumption-of-cold-drinks-after-eating-mangoes-4asounljvu | How does the consumption of cold drinks after eating mangoes affect the body's system by giving poison? [...] Consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can have varying effects on the body. While the ingestion of mango products like iced mango or mango extract-based cold foods can offer nutritional benefits and cooling effects [1][2], it is crucial to be cautious about potential risks associated with foreign material aspiration, as seen in a case involving a fatal incident due to aspiration of a mango fruit drink [3]. Additionally, the concentration of heavy metals like lead in mango fruit juices, especially powdered and liquid forms, can pose health risks, particularly for children, due to potential exposure above recommended levels [4]. Therefore, it is essential to be mindful of the quality and composition of mango-based products and their interactions with other substances to avoid any adverse effects on the body's system. | 2024-04-10 | False | false | true | insufficient-contradictory |
srilankafactcrescendo_132_ret_bn_g11 | srilankafactcrescendo_132 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-17 | https://thelogicalindian.com/fact-check/cold-drink-28830 | There is no scientific evidence which states that consumption of cold drink just after eating mangoes leads to death. Old fake news has resurfaced again. A newspaper clip is viral on social media platforms and WhatsApp. It claims that consumption of cold drink just after mangoes leads to death. The purported newspaper report alleges that a few people who were visiting Chandigarh consumed cold drink just after eating mangoes, which led to their immediate unconsciousness. They were rushed to a hospital, where the group was declared dead. The report also claims that the hospital doctors asserted not to consume this combination as the mango's citric acid and cold drink's carbonic acid makes a deadly reaction in one's stomach. [...] No, the claim that consumption of cold drink just after mangoes leads to death is absurd. It is evident from the above facts that posts with similar claims related to mangoes keep emerging during the summer season for the last five years. | 2021-06-10 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_132_ret_bn_g5 | srilankafactcrescendo_132 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-17 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | Posts on Facebook in Sinhala language have been widely shared in Sri Lanka, alleging that consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal. These posts mention a supposed incident where tourists in Chandigarh, India, died after such consumption. [...] Please be cautious and avoid drinking soft drinks immediately after eating mangoes. A few days ago, a group of tourists visited Chandinagar in India. They ate mangoes and then drank cold drinks right away. Unfortunately, they all became very sick, fainted, and tragically died upon being admitted to the hospital. [...] The viral posts claiming that consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be deadly are unfounded and lack scientific evidence. Experts have clarified that while mixing these might cause minor digestive discomfort for some people, it is not lethal. This misinformation appears to have spread internationally without any credible backing.No evidence to prove such an incident really occurred in Chandinagar in India. | 2024-05-20 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_132_ret_bn_g9 | srilankafactcrescendo_132 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-social-media-posts-about-drinking-cold-beverages-after-eating-mangoes/ | consuming cold drinks after eating mangoes can be fatal !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-17 | https://www.logicallyfacts.com/en/fact-check/false-old-hoax-stating-consuming-mangoes-with-aerated-drinks-is-fatal-resurfaces | There is no credible study or scientific evidence to prove that drinking cold drinks after eating mangoes is fatal. A WhatsApp forward claiming that consumption of an aerated drink after eating mangoes leads to death is viral once again. The message alleges that a few people fell unconscious immediately after consuming the two in succession, and were declared dead on reaching the hospital. The post also claims that doctors asserted not to consume this combination as the mango's citric acid and a soda's carbonic acid makes for a deadly reaction in the stomach. [...] He said the claim is not true and added, "Consumption of mango and an aerated drink together isn’t fatal, but may make you uneasy because mangoes have a high glycemic index and it is quite common to feel full after eating mangoes. This may exaggerate on having a soda after." | 2023-06-16 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_133 | srilankafactcrescendo_133 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | University Of Peradeniya Offers Dozens of Free Online Courses !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | The claims circulating on social media about the University of Peradeniya offering dozens of free online courses are entirely false. The official university channels and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor have confirmed these claims are unfounded. Individuals must rely on official sources for accurate information regarding university programs and offerings. | 2024-05-15 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_133_ret_b12_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_133 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | University Of Peradeniya Offers Dozens of Free Online Courses !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-15 | https://mgtmoodle1.pdn.ac.lk/ | Online Learning Platform Faculty of Management University of Peradeniya | 2024-10-01 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_133_ret_b7_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_133 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | University Of Peradeniya Offers Dozens of Free Online Courses !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-15 | https://www.coursenet.lk/courses/institute/1086/centre-for-distance-and-continuing-education-cdce-university-of-peradeniya | Centre for Distance and Continuing Education - CDCE - University of Peradeniya Courses [...] CDCE, University of Peradeniya will entertain applications from candidates who have met minimum eligibility criteria for register for the Certificate Course in Basic Tamil. [...] The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) online Degree programme is delivered by Centre for Distance and Continuing Education (CDCE), University of Peradeniya and conducted in collaboration with the department of Management Studies of the Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya. | 2024-01-01 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_133_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_133 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | University Of Peradeniya Offers Dozens of Free Online Courses !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | Social media posts are circulating that the University of Peradeniya in Sri Lanka offers dozens of free online courses. Numerous social media posts claim that the University of Peradeniya offers dozens of free online courses. These posts have been shared widely and often link to unrelated websites, raising questions about their authenticity. [...] The claims circulating on social media about the University of Peradeniya offering dozens of free online courses are entirely false. The official university channels and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor have confirmed these claims are unfounded. Individuals must rely on official sources for accurate information regarding university programs and offerings. | 2024-05-20 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_133_ret_bn_g3 | srilankafactcrescendo_133 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/claims-of-dozens-of-free-online-courses-offered-by-the-university-of-peradeniya-are-false/ | University Of Peradeniya Offers Dozens of Free Online Courses !! | Social Media Users | 2024-05-15 | https://feels2022.pdn.ac.lk/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=1612 | Coursera University Program has given free access to their 4000+ paid courses to University Students and Staff during this period. The University of Peradeniya is now enrolled in the program. You can join until the 31st of July and complete the courses by 30th of September to get their certification for free. The courses are coming from famous Universities around the world. Please see the following link for details: https://www.coursera.org/programs/university-of-peradeniya-on-coursera-upwjj If you are interested in joining the program and following some famous courses and getting the certification without cost, please let us know by filling this form using your University Email ID (@eng.pdn.ac.lk) by 26th of April 2020. | 2020-07-15 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_134 | srilankafactcrescendo_134 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/this-video-does-not-show-sonam-kapoors-performance-at-the-coronation-ceremony-of-king-charles-iii/ | Not Sonam Kapoor’s Performance At King Charles’ Coronation ! | Social Media Users | 2023-05-01 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/this-video-does-not-show-sonam-kapoors-performance-at-the-coronation-ceremony-of-king-charles-iii/ | Fact Crescendo found the claim made along with the viral video to be False. The viral video was shot in March 2019, during Sonam Kapoor's appearance at a fashion show in Mumbai. It has nothing to do with the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. | 2023-05-01 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_134_ret_bn_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_134 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/this-video-does-not-show-sonam-kapoors-performance-at-the-coronation-ceremony-of-king-charles-iii/ | Not Sonam Kapoor’s Performance At King Charles’ Coronation ! | Social Media Users | 2023-05-01 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/this-video-does-not-show-sonam-kapoors-performance-at-the-coronation-ceremony-of-king-charles-iii/ | No, This not Sonam Kapoor's performance at King Charles' coronation [...] The caption states "Sonam Kapoor "performing" at the Coronation Ceremony of King Charles This is how we take revenge on Brits" #KingCharlesIII #KingCharlesIIICoronation #Coronation [...] Title:No, This not Sonam Kapoor's performance at King Charles' coronation | 2023-05-09 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_134_ret_bn_g12 | srilankafactcrescendo_134 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/this-video-does-not-show-sonam-kapoors-performance-at-the-coronation-ceremony-of-king-charles-iii/ | Not Sonam Kapoor’s Performance At King Charles’ Coronation ! | Social Media Users | 2023-05-01 | https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/sonam-kapoor-gets-brutally-trolled-after-she-gets-invited-to-king-charles-iiis-coronation-concert-why-isko-india-me-koi-nahi-bulata/ | Sonam Kapoor, who is currently busy with her parenting duties with her son Vayu, has been invited to King Charles’ Coronation Concert. This will mark Sonam’s first royal event which will also see guests like Tom Cruise, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli, and other prominent global celebrities. Sonam Kapoor is currently residing in London with her businessman husband Anand Ahuja. [...] Social media users were quick to react to Sonam Kapoor delivering a performance at King Charles’ coronation concert. One of the users quipped, "What did King Charles do to deserve this.." Another mentioned, "I think Sonam should be paying Charles for watching her performance." One user asserted, "As a trained Kathak dancer, @sonamakapoor’s performance is abysmal & England should’ve asked someone who is a prolific dancer to perform at the coronation. This is why nepotism is impugned. King Charles & #SonamKapoor are perpetual "nepo babies" who have very little to offer." | 2023-04-30 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_135 | srilankafactcrescendo_135 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/dubious-survey-claims-by-mass-media-news-on-sri-lankan-presidential-election/ | Sajith Forward -Anura Backward !(Presidential Election Survey by Mass Media News) | Social Media Users | 2024-03-18 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/dubious-survey-claims-by-mass-media-news-on-sri-lankan-presidential-election/ | In conclusion, the claim circulating on social media regarding survey results for the Sri Lankan presidential election lacks credibility and should be treated with skepticism. The absence of transparency regarding methodology, the questionable source, and the failure to corroborate the findings with reputable media outlets or survey organisations raise significant doubts about the accuracy of the information presented. It is advisable for individuals to refrain from sharing or endorsing such claims until reliable and transparent sources verify them. | 2024-03-18 | False | true | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_135_ret_b6_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_135 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/dubious-survey-claims-by-mass-media-news-on-sri-lankan-presidential-election/ | Sajith Forward -Anura Backward !(Presidential Election Survey by Mass Media News) | Social Media Users | 2024-03-18 | https://www.theweek.in/news/world/2024/09/22/latest-news-sajith-or-anura-why-second-preference-votes-being-counted-in-sri-lanka.html | Elections Commission Chairman R.L.A.M. Ratnayake said that Anura Kumara Dissanayake, leader of the JVP-NPP combine and Sajith Premadasa have emerged as the first two in the race. While Anura was leading the race with over 42 per cent votes, Sajith emerged second with 35 per cent votes. However, with no candidate securing 50 percent plus one vote, the second preference votes are now being counted. The three-cornered race and the fragmented electorate had made the fight tough for both Sajith and Anura. Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe emerged a distant third while, the scion of the Rajapaksa clan, Namal Rajapaksa secured less than four per cent votes. The Tamil common candidate Pakiyaselvam Ariyanenthiran emerged second after Sajith in the Tamil-dominated northern Sri Lanka. In Jaffna, Ariyanentiran leads the race, while districts like Trincomallee in the East had voted for Anura. The southern districts begin from Colombo. [...] Anura’s emergence and his likely ascent to the Sri Lankan executive presidency are meteoric as he secured a mere 3.2 per cent votes in 2019 election. Gotabaya Rajapaksa then won with 69 lakh votes, only to be brought down from power by the people in 2022. | 2024-09-22 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_136 | srilankafactcrescendo_136 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | "An Important Police Message That Everyone Should Read" - Released by Sri Lanka Police | Social Media Users | 2024-01-16 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | Our investigation has definitively confirmed that the social media message circulated under the title "Police message that everyone should read" is indeed false. It does not represent an official announcement issued by the Sri Lanka Police, as falsely claimed within its contents. | 2024-01-16 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_136_ret_b10_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_136 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | "An Important Police Message That Everyone Should Read" - Released by Sri Lanka Police | Social Media Users | 2024-01-16 | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka_Police | Sri Lanka Police (Sinhala: ශ්රී ලංකා පොලීසිය, romanized: Śrī Laṁkā Polīsiya; Tamil: இலங்கை காவல், romanized: Ilaṅkai Kāval) is the civilian national police force of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. The police force is responsible for enforcing criminal and traffic law, enhancing public safety, maintaining order and keeping the peace throughout Sri Lanka. The police force consists of 43 Territorial Divisions, 67 Functional Divisions, 432 Police Stations with more than 84,000 people.[2] The professional head of the police is the Inspector General of Police who reports to the Minister of Law and Order as well as the National Police Commission. The last Inspector General of Police was Deshabandu Tennakoon.[3] [...] Organisation [edit]The Sri Lanka Police is headed by the Inspector General of Police, who has, in theory, autonomy to commanding the service from the Police Headquarters in Colombo, and support by the Police Field Force Headquarters. However, in the recent past the Police Service has come under the purview of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), with the exception of several years when it came under the Ministry of Internal Affairs but was transferred to the MoD. In the last few years there have been calls to reestablish the independent National Police Commission[7] to oversee transfers and promotions, thereby making the service autonomous and free from any influence. [...] - ^ "Sri Lanka Police Service". Archived from the original on 27 December 2010. Retrieved 3 January 2011. | 2024-09-27 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_136_ret_b15_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_136 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | "An Important Police Message That Everyone Should Read" - Released by Sri Lanka Police | Social Media Users | 2024-01-16 | https://english.newsfirst.lk/2023/9/3/the-sri-lanka-police-157-years-of-unwavering-dedication-and-service | Today marks the 157th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Police Service, an institution that has played a pivotal role in the country's history. The origins of this service trace back to 1795 when the British introduced a policing system to safeguard the warehouses in the Colombo port. However, it wasn't until 1866 that an official police service was established, with Mr. G. W. R. Campbell appointed as its first Inspector General of Police. [...] The Sri Lankan Police have a rich history of service, with exceptional contributions during the thirty years of war in our country and during calamities like the Tsunami. Their dedication deserves the highest praise, especially for their efforts in securing the country and its people during the COVID-19 pandemic. In recognition of their outstanding service, the Sri Lanka Police are taking a renewed approach to ensure peace and security by combatting the underworld, drug-related crimes, and theft. They tirelessly work day and night to ensure the safety and well-being of the nation, and their efforts should be commended by the people. | 2023-09-03 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_136_ret_b6_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_136 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | "An Important Police Message That Everyone Should Read" - Released by Sri Lanka Police | Social Media Users | 2024-01-16 | https://www.police.lk/?page_id=8508 | Towards a Peaceful environment to live with confidence, without fear of Crime and Violence. Sri Lanka Police is committed and confident to uphold and enforce the law of the land, to preserve the public order, prevent crime and Terrorism with prejudice to none – equity to all. | 2022-09-01 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_136_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_136 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | "An Important Police Message That Everyone Should Read" - Released by Sri Lanka Police | Social Media Users | 2024-01-16 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-claims-being-spread-in-sri-lanka-as-official-announcements-of-police/ | Due to the crisis in Sri Lanka, people are facing tough times meeting their basic needs. In such a background a message from the Sri Lankan police about gangs stealing is spreading on social media under the theme "police message that everyone should read." Here's our investigation report on it. Social Media Posts : Posts […] Due to the crisis in Sri Lanka, people are facing tough times meeting their basic needs. In such a background a message from the Sri Lankan police about gangs stealing is spreading on social media under the theme "police message that everyone should read." Here's our investigation report on it. [...] Our investigation has definitively confirmed that the social media message circulated under the title "Police message that everyone should read" is indeed false. It does not represent an official announcement issued by the Sri Lanka Police, as falsely claimed within its contents. | 2024-01-18 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_138 | srilankafactcrescendo_138 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-video-allegedly-depicting-an-adult-film-playing-at-asiri-hospital-sri-lanka-is-misleading/ | Footage Of An Adult Film Mistakenly Being Aired On TV Screen At Asiri Hospital ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-29 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-video-allegedly-depicting-an-adult-film-playing-at-asiri-hospital-sri-lanka-is-misleading/ | In conclusion, the video circulating on social media allegedly depicting an adult film playing at Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka is misleading. The footage is, in fact, attributed to a vaccination centre in San Jose City, Costa Rica, in 2021. Therefore, claims associating this incident with Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka are false. | 2024-03-29 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_138_ret_b14_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_138 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-video-allegedly-depicting-an-adult-film-playing-at-asiri-hospital-sri-lanka-is-misleading/ | Footage Of An Adult Film Mistakenly Being Aired On TV Screen At Asiri Hospital ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-29 | https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/tv-station-accidentally-airs-porn-clip-during-weather-report/news-story/85ee6ab1a42538e2cbffa2ef445cda22 | TV station accidentally airs porn clip during weather report [...] A TV station accidentally aired a short porn clip during a weather report – but the presenter appeared completely unaware of the X-rated blunder. [...] It’s alleged the station aired a "sexually explicit clip of an adult film website" during the 6pm news report in July 2012. | 2021-10-20 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_138_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_138 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-video-allegedly-depicting-an-adult-film-playing-at-asiri-hospital-sri-lanka-is-misleading/ | Footage Of An Adult Film Mistakenly Being Aired On TV Screen At Asiri Hospital ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-29 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-video-allegedly-depicting-an-adult-film-playing-at-asiri-hospital-sri-lanka-is-misleading/ | A video circulating on social media purportedly shows an incident at Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka. While patients were watching a television screen in the waiting area, an adult film suddenly appeared on the screen, prompting health workers to switch quickly switch it off. [...] No Mainstream Media Reports: Despite the circulation of this video on social media platforms, mainstream Sri Lankan media outlets have not reported on such an incident occurring at Asiri Hospital or any other medical facility in the country. Keyword search results also did not yield any such instance of an adult film recently being aired on an Asiri hospital TV screen. [...] In conclusion, the video circulating on social media allegedly depicting an adult film playing at Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka is misleading. The footage is, in fact, attributed to a vaccination centre in San Jose City, Costa Rica, in 2021. Therefore, claims associating this incident with Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka are false. | 2024-03-30 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_139 | srilankafactcrescendo_139 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Fans Throwing Eggs At The Brazil Team After Their Elimination At FIFA World Cup? | Social Media Users | 2022-12-13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Fact Crescendo found the claim made along with the viral video to be False. The viral video does not show the Brazilians' reaction after their team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2022. The video dates back to 2018, showing the citizens of Parana throwing eggs at a bus carrying Lula, the former President of Brazil. | 2022-12-13 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_139_ret_b3_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_139 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Fans Throwing Eggs At The Brazil Team After Their Elimination At FIFA World Cup? | Social Media Users | 2022-12-13 | https://www.thequint.com/news/webqoof/fake-video-claims-fans-hurl-stones-eggs-brazil-exit-world-cup-2018-russia | Several Indian news websites, earlier in the week, published a video showing protesters hurl eggs and stones at a bus in Brazil and claimed that they were angry Brazilian fans reacting to the national team’s exit from the FIFA World Cup in Russia. [...] Brazilian Team Met Applauding Fans On Their Homecoming The reception meted out to five-time champions Brazil after their 2-1 loss to Belgium in Kazan, Russia was not as bad as the video made it seem. In fact the squad were applauded by fans greeting their arrival at Rio de Janeiro’s international airport, Reuters reported. | 2018-07-13 | False | false | true | insufficient-contradictory |
srilankafactcrescendo_139_ret_b7_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_139 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Fans Throwing Eggs At The Brazil Team After Their Elimination At FIFA World Cup? | Social Media Users | 2022-12-13 | https://english.factcrescendo.com/2022/12/17/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Unrelated and old video shared as fans throwing eggs at Brazil team after their elimination at FIFA World Cup [...] After Brazil’s elimination from the quarterfinals at the FIFA World Cup 2022, a video showing a group of angry fans throwing eggs at a bus is widely circulating on social media with the claim that it shows how Brazilian fans welcomed Brazil’s National football team after their elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2022. [...] Title:Unrelated and old video shared as fans throwing eggs at Brazil team after their elimination at FIFA World Cup | 2022-12-17 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_139_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_139 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Fans Throwing Eggs At The Brazil Team After Their Elimination At FIFA World Cup? | Social Media Users | 2022-12-13 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/old-video-shared-as-fans-throwing-eggs-at-brazil-team-after-their-elimination-at-fifa-world-cup/ | Unrelated & old video shared as fans throwing eggs at the Brazil team after their elimination at FIFA World Cup! [...] After the top-ranked and much anticipated strong Brazil team’s elimination once again in the quarterfinal stages of a FIFA World Cup, a video showing a group of angry fans throwing eggs at a bus is widely circulating on social media, claiming that it shows how angry Brazilian fans welcomed Brazil’s National football team after their elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2022. [...] Title:Unrelated and old video shared as fans throwing eggs at Brazil team after their elimination at FIFA World Cup | 2022-12-19 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_14 | srilankafactcrescendo_14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Vokzvagon factory launched in Kuliyapitiya !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-19 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | The Western Automobile Vehicle Assembly factory in Kuliyapitiya is not a Volkswagen factory. This misconception stems from a miscommunication in 2017. The factory is currently focused on assembling Chinese brands and has no connection to the German automobile manufacturer. Therefore, the recently inaugurated vehicle assembly factory is not a Volkswagen factory. | 2024-09-19 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_14_ret_b16_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Vokzvagon factory launched in Kuliyapitiya !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-19 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/misleading-images-about-the-volkswagen-factory-in-kuliyapitiya/ | Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Volkswagen Factory in Kuliyapitiya has been one of the points of discussion in the political debates in Sri Lanka over the past few years. Especially closer to election periods, such conversation often flares up more regularly. Social Media Posts A photo circulating on social media claims to depict the current […] [...] Volkswagen Factory in Kuliyapitiya has been one of the points of discussion in the political debates in Sri Lanka over the past few years. Especially closer to election periods, such conversation often flares up more regularly. [...] The claim that the photo depicts the current situation of the Volkswagen factory in Kuliyapitiya is false. The factory is not a Volkswagen assembly plant in Kuliyapitiya; the photo is not from Sri Lanka. The factory is associated with Western Automobile Assembly, and according to company sources, it is expected to commence vehicle assembly operations within 2024. | 2024-07-25 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_14_ret_b17_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Vokzvagon factory launched in Kuliyapitiya !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-19 | https://www.onlanka.com/news/volkswagen-vehicle-assembly-plant-launched-in-kuliyapitiya.html | Volkswagen vehicle assembly plant launched in Kuliyapitiya The ground breaking ceremony of the vehicle assembly plant of the German auto maker Volkswagen was held in Kuliyapitiya yesterday under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe. Volkswagen is the second largest car maker in the world. The company will initially assemble vehicles in the 1000cc to 2000cc category and these vehicles will be diesel powered and include passenger cars, Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV), Multi Utility Vehicles (MUV) or commercial vehicles. | 2023-07-03 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_14_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Vokzvagon factory launched in Kuliyapitiya !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-19 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Volkswagen Factory Recently Inaugurated in Kuliyapitiya? Find out the facts… [...] Below is another post which claimed that the Volkswagen factor had opened in Kuliyapitiya. [...] The Western Automobile Vehicle Assembly factory in Kuliyapitiya is not a Volkswagen factory. This misconception stems from a miscommunication in 2017. The factory is currently focused on assembling Chinese brands and has no connection to the German automobile manufacturer. Therefore, the recently inaugurated vehicle assembly factory is not a Volkswagen factory. | 2024-09-19 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_14_ret_bn_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/social/volkswagen-factory-opening-in-kuliyapitiya-618921 | Vokzvagon factory launched in Kuliyapitiya !! | Social Media Users | 2024-09-19 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/tag/vokzvagon | You Searched For "Vokzvagon" Volkswagen Factory Recently Inaugurated in Kuliyapitiya? Find out the facts… | 2024-09-19 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_140 | srilankafactcrescendo_140 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Putin Did Kneel Before Xi Jinping | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | The picture of Putin kneeling before Xi Jinping is fake. The image appears to have been generated by AI, and there are several inconsistencies when compared to actual photos and videos from verified sources, including differences in costumes and settings. | 2023-03-20 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_140_ret_b12_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_140 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Putin Did Kneel Before Xi Jinping | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-62922747 | Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping: An increasingly unequal relationship [...] In their meeting, Mr Putin conceded that China has "questions and concerns" about the situation in Ukraine. It was an unexpected admission, by the Kremlin, that Russia's so-called special military operation is causing some anxiety in Beijing. [...] The summit Mr Putin and Mr Xi are attending is a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, or SCO. Along with Russia and China, members include four Central Asian states - Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - as well as India and Pakistan. | 2022-09-16 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_140_ret_b15_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_140 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Putin Did Kneel Before Xi Jinping | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/30/asia/china-xi-russia-putin-video-meeting-intl-hnk/index.html | Russian President Vladimir Putin told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a virtual meeting Friday that their partnership was more important than ever in the face of "unprecedented pressure" from the West, as Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine leaves it increasingly isolated on the global stage. [...] Xi echoed Putin’s message of unity, saying that the two countries should "strengthen strategic coordination" and "inject more stability into the world," according to Chinese state media Xinhua. [...] Xi had already shown hints of impatience when he last met with Putin in September at a regional summit in Uzbekistan. At the time, Putin conceded Beijing had "questions and concerns" over the invasion, in what appeared to be a veiled admission of their diverging views. | 2022-12-30 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_140_ret_b5_g3 | srilankafactcrescendo_140 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Putin Did Kneel Before Xi Jinping | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Fake Photo: Putin Did NOT Kneel Before Xi Jinping [...] The picture of Putin kneeling before Xi Jinping is fake. The image appears to have been generated by AI, and there are several inconsistencies when compared to actual photos and videos from verified sources, including differences in costumes and settings. Title:Fake Photo: Putin Did NOT Kneel Before Xi Jinping | 2023-03-31 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_140_ret_bn_g7 | srilankafactcrescendo_140 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/putin-did-not-kneel-before-xi-jinping/ | Putin Did Kneel Before Xi Jinping | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://news.abs-cbn.com/overseas/03/24/23/fact-check-did-vladimir-putin-kneel-before-xi-jinping | Fact check: No, Putin did not kneel before Xi Jinping | ABS-CBN News Fact check: No, Putin did not kneel before Xi Jinping | 2023-03-24 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_143 | srilankafactcrescendo_143 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/france-has-not-announced-an-internet-shut-down-amid-the-violence-in-paris/ | France Has Announced An Internet Shut Down Amid The Violence In Paris !! | Social Media Users | 2023-07-05 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/france-has-not-announced-an-internet-shut-down-amid-the-violence-in-paris/ | Fact Crescendo found that the claim made along with the viral image was False. The French government has not imposed complete or partial internet shutdowns in France amid the violence in Paris. | 2023-07-05 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_143_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_143 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/france-has-not-announced-an-internet-shut-down-amid-the-violence-in-paris/ | France Has Announced An Internet Shut Down Amid The Violence In Paris !! | Social Media Users | 2023-07-05 | https://www.thequint.com/news/webqoof/paris-france-internet-shutdown-by-government-fact-check | A press release, purportedly issued by France's Ministry of the Interior discussing the ongoing protests in the country's capital city of Paris, has gone viral on social media. [...] How did we find out?: We looked for official communication regarding internet shutdowns in France on the French government's websites, but did not come across any such releases. [...] Conclusion: The French government has not imposed complete or partial internet shutdowns in France amid the violence in Paris. | 2023-07-03 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_143_ret_bn_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_143 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/france-has-not-announced-an-internet-shut-down-amid-the-violence-in-paris/ | France Has Announced An Internet Shut Down Amid The Violence In Paris !! | Social Media Users | 2023-07-05 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/france-has-not-announced-an-internet-shut-down-amid-the-violence-in-paris/ | The press release is fake. Despite the violence in Paris, the French government has not ordered total or partial internet shutdowns. Riots started in Nanterre, a suburb of France's Paris, after the police reportedly fatally shot a 17-year-old boy named Nahel during a traffic stop. As many as 40,000 police personnel and riot officers have […] [...] Fact Crescendo found that the claim made along with the viral image was False. The French government has not imposed complete or partial internet shutdowns in France amid the violence in Paris. Title:No, France has not announced an internet shut down amid the violence in Paris | 2023-07-05 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_144 | srilankafactcrescendo_144 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/sri-lanka-is-not-the-first-country-to-lose-a-hundred-t20-international-cricket-matches/ | Sri Lanka -The First Team Who Lost Hundred T20 Internationals !! | Social Media Users | 2024-04-03 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/sri-lanka-is-not-the-first-country-to-lose-a-hundred-t20-international-cricket-matches/ | In conclusion, the claim that Sri Lanka had become the first cricket team to lose 100 T20 international matches is false. West Indies became the first country to lose 100 T20 international matches in February 2024, and a month later, in March 2024, Sri Lanka too reached this milestone. | 2024-04-03 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_144_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_144 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/sri-lanka-is-not-the-first-country-to-lose-a-hundred-t20-international-cricket-matches/ | Sri Lanka -The First Team Who Lost Hundred T20 Internationals !! | Social Media Users | 2024-04-03 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/sri-lanka-is-not-the-first-country-to-lose-a-hundred-t20-international-cricket-matches/ | Sri Lanka Has Lost Hundred T20 Internationals, But Were They The First? Find out the facts… දිනපතා සත්ය කරුණු දැන ගැනීමට අපගේ WhatsApp සමුහයටමෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. Sri Lanka's men's cricket team's below-par performance often sparks widespread criticism on social media. Much of the blame is valid, as the recent performance of the SL team has left much to be desired. However, there's also a noticeable trend of misleading or false information targeting […] [...] Therefore, contrary to the claim circulating on social media, Sri Lanka is not the first cricket team to lose a hundred T20 international matches. Both Sri Lanka and the West Indies have reached this milestone, but the West Indies reached their first. [...] In conclusion, the claim that Sri Lanka had become the first cricket team to lose 100 T20 international matches is false. West Indies became the first country to lose 100 T20 international matches in February 2024, and a month later, in March 2024, Sri Lanka too reached this milestone. | 2024-04-06 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_145 | srilankafactcrescendo_145 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | General Shavendra Silva and his wife travelled on a private jet, spending public money during a time of economic crisis in Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2023-12-14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | While the social media posts correctly identified General Shavendra Silva's travel on a special jet, the claim of misuse of public funds for this trip is misleading. The travel was facilitated by the Indian Air Force for General Silva to attend the passing out ceremony of the Indian Military Academy as the chief guest. | 2023-12-14 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_145_ret_b0_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_145 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | General Shavendra Silva and his wife travelled on a private jet, spending public money during a time of economic crisis in Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2023-12-14 | https://factseeker.lk/blog/news/clarification-of-general-shavendra-silvas-special-jet-travel-allegations/ | A photo showing Chief of Defense Staff General Shavendra Silva traveling in a jet with his wife was being shared on social media. Shavendra Silva has gone on a private jet trip and many people have expressed concern on the use of budget allocations for such expenses on social media networks. [...] Social media posts that General Shavendra Silva traveled in a special jet have been correctly identified, and the allegation that public funds were misused for the trip is false. | 2023-12-15 | False | false | true | insufficient-contradictory |
srilankafactcrescendo_145_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_145 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | General Shavendra Silva and his wife travelled on a private jet, spending public money during a time of economic crisis in Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2023-12-14 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | Against this backdrop, viral social media posts allege that Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva is utilising private jets at the expense of public funds in Sri Lanka. Our investigation aims to shed light on the veracity of these claims and provide a clearer understanding of the situation. [...] As per the sources close to the defence ministry of Sri Lanka the photo depicts General Shavendra Silva and his wife in a special jet provided by the Indian Air Force. The sources clarified that the Sri Lankan government did not fund this trip. [...] While the social media posts correctly identified General Shavendra Silva's travel on a special jet, the claim of misuse of public funds for this trip is misleading. The travel was facilitated by the Indian Air Force for General Silva to attend the passing out ceremony of the Indian Military Academy as the chief guest. | 2023-12-14 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_145_ret_bn_g15 | srilankafactcrescendo_145 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | General Shavendra Silva and his wife travelled on a private jet, spending public money during a time of economic crisis in Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2023-12-14 | https://www.cnn.com/asia/live-news/sri-lanka-protests-07-13-22-intl/index.html | Here's what life is like in Sri Lanka in the midst of its economic crisis [...] Economic crisis: Rajapaksa’s departure further enraged protesters, who want both leaders to vacate their roles as the country’s 22 million people struggle to buy basic goods, fuel and medicine. [...] Sri Lanka’s Air Force on Wednesday confirmed Rajapaksa’s departure, saying in a statement: "Pursuant to the request of the government and in accordance with the powers vested in a President in the Constitution of Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka air force provided a plane early today to fly the President, his wife and two security officials to the Maldives." | 2022-07-13 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_145_ret_bn_g4 | srilankafactcrescendo_145 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/clarification-on-general-shavendra-silvas-jet-travel-allegations/ | General Shavendra Silva and his wife travelled on a private jet, spending public money during a time of economic crisis in Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2023-12-14 | https://www.crisisgroup.org/crisiswatch/march-alerts-and-february-trends-2020 | Govt of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa continued efforts to reverse previous govt’s modest efforts to investigate past abuses and strengthen independence of police, judiciary and oversight commissions. In media interview PM Mahinda Rajapaksa 9 Feb reiterated plans to strengthen presidential powers by removing 19th amendment of constitution. FM Dinesh Gunawardena 26 Feb informed UN Human Rights Council govt was withdrawing its co-sponsorship of Oct 2015 council resolution on "Reconciliation and Accountability in Sri Lanka", stated resolution had not received cabinet or parliamentary approval and certain clauses contravened Sri Lankan constitution; promised govt would establish "an inclusive, domestically designed and executed reconciliation and accountability process". U.S. Sec State Pompeo 14 Feb announced travel ban on Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva and his immediate family for his alleged role in "gross violations of human rights" during final phases of civil war; Foreign Ministry 16 Feb rejected allegations during meeting with U.S. Ambassador. Police 4 Feb arrested former Sri Lankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena and his wife following new evidence of alleged bribes by Airbus to Sri Lankan Airlines officials under previous Rajapaksa govt; evidence emerged from British court proceedings following 4-year investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption. | 2023-11-28 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_146 | srilankafactcrescendo_146 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story Of The Hospitalized Patient And His Feathered Friend !! | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | The viral post claiming that a patient used to feed a bird every day in the hospital is misleading. The picture was sourced from a stock-photo website. It was not taken by a nurse but rather by the son of a patient in an adjacent bed ten years ago in 2013 at a hospital in Greece. | 2023-03-20 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_146_ret_b0_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_146 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story Of The Hospitalized Patient And His Feathered Friend !! | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://thailand.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story of the Hospitalized Patient and His Feathered Friend: Is it true? [...] In today's age of social media and instant sharing of information, misinformation, and fake news spread faster than ever before. One such recent example is the viral post of a bird and a patient in a hospital that claims to depict a heartwarming story of a patient who fed the bird every day before being admitted to the hospital. Here is our investigation of this claim. [...] Title:Heartwarming Story of the Hospitalized Patient and His Feathered Friend: Is it true? | 2023-02-23 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_146_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_146 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story Of The Hospitalized Patient And His Feathered Friend !! | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story of the Hospitalized Patient and His Feathered Friend: Is it true? In today's age of social media and instant sharing of information, misinformation, and fake news spread faster than ever before. One such recent example is the viral post of a bird and a patient in a hospital that claims to depict a heartwarming story of a patient who fed the bird every day after being admitted to the hospital. Here is our investigation of this claim. [...] Title:Heartwarming Story of the Hospitalized Patient and His Feathered Friend: Is it true? | 2023-02-23 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_146_ret_bn_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_146 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story Of The Hospitalized Patient And His Feathered Friend !! | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://www.crothall.com/blog/happy-environmental-services-week-2019/ | They discovered a nesting duck who had flown into the hospital’s courtyard and was forced to protect her eggs in the center of a bustling hospital. Not wanting to disturb the soon-to-be-mother and her hatchlings, Travis Ihle, EVS Director, and his team reached out to the Pocono Wildlife Rehab to see how best to handle the situation. With their trusted consultants, the team blocked a section of the courtyard so their fine-feathered friend could nest in peace. Soon the new ducklings arrived, and it was time to head towards home. The team was ready and had constructed a pathway from the courtyard through the hospital lobby using saved supply boxes. The new family was smoothly escorted out of the facility and into carriers. Once secured, they were transported to the nearest creek and set loose. | 2022-07-15 | False | false | true | insufficient-contradictory |
srilankafactcrescendo_146_ret_bn_g14 | srilankafactcrescendo_146 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/heartwarming-story-of-the-hospitalized-patient-and-his-feathered-friend-is-it-true/ | Heartwarming Story Of The Hospitalized Patient And His Feathered Friend !! | Social Media Users | 2023-03-20 | https://dakotahillsveterinary.com/2024/05/15/world-parrot-day/ | Although we have discussed some of the drawbacks, there are many positives. Our feathery friends are frequently incredibly funny and charismatic! [...] You’ll want to find a top-notch doctor for your feathered friend. This can also provide valuable insights into Polly’s care requirements. [...] Do you have any questions about parrot care? Would you like to book an appointment for your feathered friend? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you need. We are here to assist you at your Rapid City, SD pet clinic! | 2024-05-15 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_147 | srilankafactcrescendo_147 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | Sounds Coming From The Universe, Captured by NASA!! | Social Media Users | 2023-08-09 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | In summary, the audio in the video attributed to the "Pillars of Creation" Nebula is not the actual sound of the universe but rather a product of data sonification that translates electromagnetic signals into sound waves. NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and other space-based telescopes employ this technique to provide an alternative means of understanding and appreciating the cosmos. While the audio is not natural in the traditional sense, it offers a unique perspective on the wonders of our universe. | 2023-08-09 | False | true | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_147_ret_b11_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_147 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | Sounds Coming From The Universe, Captured by NASA!! | Social Media Users | 2023-08-09 | https://scitechdaily.com/hear-the-eerie-sounds-of-interstellar-space-captured-by-nasas-voyager/ | NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft captured these sounds of interstellar space. Voyager 1’s plasma wave instrument detected the vibrations of dense interstellar plasma, or ionized gas, from October to November 2012 and April to May 2013. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech [...] These crashing waves reveal clues about the density of the interstellar medium – a value that affects our understanding of the shape of our heliosphere, how stars form, and even our own location in the galaxy. As these waves reverberate through space, they vibrate the electrons around them, which ring out at characteristic frequencies depending on how crammed together they are. The higher the pitch of that ringing, the higher the electron density. Voyager 1’s Plasma Wave Subsystem – which includes two "bunny ear" antennas sticking out 30 feet (10 meters) behind the spacecraft – was designed to hear that ringing. In November 2012, three months after exiting the heliosphere, Voyager 1 heard interstellar sounds for the first time (see video above). Six months later, another "whistle" appeared – this time louder and even higher pitched. The interstellar medium appeared to be getting thicker, and quickly. | 2022-09-10 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_147_ret_b16_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_147 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | Sounds Coming From The Universe, Captured by NASA!! | Social Media Users | 2023-08-09 | https://www.nasa.gov/podcasts/curious-universe/sounds-of-mars/ | On February 18, 2021, NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover completed its 300 million mile journey and landed safely on the Red Planet. Here’s what it heard. This special episode of NASA’s Curious Universe features the first-ever raw recorded sounds from Mars. Jim Green, David Gruel, and Erisa Stilley take you through landing day and explain what you’re hearing. [...] HOST PADI BOYD: Hi Curious Universe listeners. Before we get into the episode, we have a quick note for you. On Feb. 18, 2021, NASA’s Perseverance rover landed safely on Mars and recorded sounds from the Red Planet for the very first time. [...] HOST PADI BOYD: Sounds captured by the EDL microphone were played in this podcast episode. Want to hear the full sounds? Visitsoundcloud.com/nasa, or check outmars.nasa.gov. | 2023-09-25 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_147_ret_b17_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_147 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | Sounds Coming From The Universe, Captured by NASA!! | Social Media Users | 2023-08-09 | https://science.nasa.gov/resource/nasas-perseverance-rover-microphone-captures-sounds-from-mars/ | NASA’s Perseverance Rover Microphone Captures Sounds from Mars [...] This set of sounds from the surface of Mars were recorded by the microphone on the side of NASA’s Perseverance Rover on Feb. 20, 2021. In the first set, sounds from the rover itself dominate. In the second set, the sound was filtered to make sounds from Mars more audible. You can hear a little wind in the second set. | 2021-02-22 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_147_ret_b18_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_147 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/these-are-not-natural-sounds-collected-from-the-universe-but-effects-of-data-sonification/ | Sounds Coming From The Universe, Captured by NASA!! | Social Media Users | 2023-08-09 | https://www.nasa.gov/audio-and-ringtones/ | There’s a new, immersive way to explore NASA’s data of our Universe. NASA has taken observational data from telescopes like NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, Hubble Space Telescope, James Webb Space Telescope and others, and translated it into corresponding frequencies that can be heard by the human ear. A team of scientists, musicians, and a member of the blind and visually impaired community worked to adapt the NASA data. The audio tracks support blind and low-vision listeners first, but are designed to be captivating to anyone who tunes in. [...] For the first time, a spacecraft on another planet has recorded the sounds of a separate spacecraft. NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover used its SuperCam microphone to listen to the Ingenuity helicopter on April 30, 2021 as it flew on Mars for the fourth time. [...] Explore the universe and discover our home planet with NASA through a collection of our sounds from historic spaceflights and current missions. You can hear the roar of a space shuttle launch or Neil Armstrong’s "One small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind" every time you get a phone call if you make our sounds your ringtone. Or, you can hear the memorable words "Houston, we’ve had a problem," every time you make an error on your computer. | 2024-08-06 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_149 | srilankafactcrescendo_149 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | WEF Orders Global Water Rationing System !! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-05 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | The claim that the WEF plans to introduce a global water rationing system is false. There is no evidence to support this claim, and WEF also has denied these unsubstantiated claims. | 2023-10-05 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_149_ret_b3_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_149 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | WEF Orders Global Water Rationing System !! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-05 | https://climatefactchecks.org/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | The World Economic Forum (WEF) is a non-profit foundation that brings together business, government, and civil society leaders to discuss and address global challenges. In recent years, the WEF has been at the receiving end of disinformation campaigns trying to undermine its goals and activities. One recent claim states that the WEF plans to introduce a global water rationing system. Social media posts stating WEF plans to introduce a water rationing system globally are being spread. [...] The claim that the WEF plans to introduce a global water rationing system is false. There is no evidence to support this claim, and WEF also has denied these unsubstantiated claims. | 2023-10-05 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_149_ret_b9_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_149 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | WEF Orders Global Water Rationing System !! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-05 | https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2024/01/15/debunking-false-claims-about-the-world-economic-forum-fact-check/72205003007/ | The claim: The World Economic Forum ordered governments to start rationing water There is no evidence the WEF ordered governments around the world to ration water sent to people's homes, nor that it declared water is not a human right. Read more | 2024-01-15 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_149_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_149 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-wef-going-to-introduce-a-global-water-rationing-system/ | WEF Orders Global Water Rationing System !! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-05 | https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2023/04/26/fact-check-false-claim-wef-ordering-water-rationing-world-economic-forum/11699161002/ | The claim: The World Economic Forum ordered governments to start rationing water [...] There is no evidence the WEF ordered governments around the world to ration water sent to people's homes, nor that it declared water is not a human right. The article was published by a website that regularly publishes fabricated stories. No evidence the WEF ordered global water rationing | 2023-04-26 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_15 | srilankafactcrescendo_15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/tharindu-uduvaragedares-speech-distorted-618850 | No matter who comes to power, we will not let them govern - Tharindu Uduvaragedare | Social Media Users | 2024-09-15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/tharindu-uduvaragedares-speech-distorted-618850 | This is an altered video. Tharindu criticises the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and does not refer to sabotaging the operations of any future government. | 2024-09-15 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_15_ret_b1_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/tharindu-uduvaragedares-speech-distorted-618850 | No matter who comes to power, we will not let them govern - Tharindu Uduvaragedare | Social Media Users | 2024-09-15 | https://themorningtelegraph.com/whoever-wins-we-wont-let-them-last-well-finish-you-all-and-burn-everything/ | In a bold and fiery statement, Mr. Tharindu Uduwaragedara of the Jana Aragala Sandhanaya declared at a recent presidential campaign rally in Minuwangoda that no matter who ascends to power, their plans are to "set everything on fire" and "finish" the current political system within the next decade. Addressing supporters at the rally, Uduwaragedara asserted, "Finish it. No matter who comes to power, we will not let you do this. We will not allow this. I say we will take power within the next ten years. We will finish this. Vasantha, Bope, Swastika, Lahiru are in politics. We are on fire in the next ten years. Finish you." His remarks were made in support of Nuwan Bopage, the presidential candidate for the Jana Aragala Sandhanaya. The statement reflects the Alliance’s dramatic and confrontational approach to the current political landscape, emphasizing their intent to disrupt and overhaul the system regardless of who wins the upcoming election. | 2024-09-12 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_15_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/tharindu-uduvaragedares-speech-distorted-618850 | No matter who comes to power, we will not let them govern - Tharindu Uduvaragedare | Social Media Users | 2024-09-15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/presidential-election-2024/tharindu-uduvaragedares-speech-distorted-618850 | A part of a speech by the journalist Tharindu Uduvaragedare went viral among netizens. In it, he claimed that no matter which party gets power, he will not allow the party to rule the country. In this video, Tharindu Uduvaragedare purportedly states, "They need to be stopped. No matter who comes to power, we will not let you do this. We would take over. We will be taking power in the next ten years. We would put a stop to this. Wasantha is in politics, Bope is in politics, Shastika is in politics, we are in politics. We would be firing within the next 10 years. We would put a stop to you all." [...] The edited version tries to imply that Tharindu Uduvaragedare stated that whoever comes to power will not be allowed to govern. However, when examining the entire video, it is clear that Tharindu has not mentioned such a statement. | 2024-09-15 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_150 | srilankafactcrescendo_150 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | List of Israeli Products to Boycott!! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-20 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | Fact Crescendo found the claim to be false. The names of all the companies mentioned in the post are from different countries and not from Israel. | 2023-10-20 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_150_ret_b18_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_150 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | List of Israeli Products to Boycott!! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-20 | https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2021/5/14/bds-movement-urges-action-amid-growing-israel-palestine-violence | The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement is urging a military embargo on Israel, a boycott of firms ‘complicit’ in Israel’s occupation, and the cancelling of academic, cultural and sporting events in the country as the latest escalation of violence has killed at least 122 Palestinians and wounded more than 900. [...] Grassroots power in the form of boycotts has proven to be effective. Here are 4 consumer products you can boycott to help fight Israeli impunity. #BoycottHP, #BoycottPuma, #BoycottSodaStream and boycott Israeli products like avocados & dates in your local supermarkets. pic.twitter.com/qn3AeO9RR0 — BDS movement (@BDSmovement) May 13, 2021 [...] The list of firms targeted for non-violent action by BDS reads like a Who’s Who of the global economy: Elbit Systems, Hewlett-Packard, Puma, Caterpillar, General Mills/Pillsbury, Hyundai Heavy Industries, Volvo, Barclays Bank, Alstom, Motorola Solutions, CEMEX, JCB, G4S/Allied Universal, AXA and CAF, among others. | 2021-05-14 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_150_ret_b1_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_150 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | List of Israeli Products to Boycott!! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-20 | https://theislamicinformation.com/more/israeli-product-checker/ | Boycott products from Israeli manufacturers and supporters. Play your part in the Israeli-Hamas conflict by joining the global Israeli Products boycott movement. [...] While it may not be possible to physically help the Gazans physically one must boycott Israeli manufactured products and companies that support Israel. This boycott may compel Israel to stop its brutal attacks on the Gaza Strip by reducing its revenues. [...] It is worth noting that the boycotts have already been proven effective. For instance, McDonald’s shares fell by a whopping 1.89% after the boycott campaign started. Moreover, Pepsico shares fell to the lowest point after the Arab boycott campaign of Israeli products. The boycott hence underlines the power of collective action in forcing the Israeli forces to stop attacks on Gaza | 2024-10-08 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_150_ret_bn_g12 | srilankafactcrescendo_150 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | List of Israeli Products to Boycott!! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-20 | https://www.scribd.com/document/684084382/Boycott-Israel-It-s-Alternatives | The document provides a list of Israeli and supportive country products to boycott and recommends alternate products from other countries. It includes alternatives for over 50 categories of … The document provides a list of Israeli and supportive country products to boycott and recommends alternate products from other countries. It includes alternatives for over 50 categories of common household and personal care items, foods, electronics, restaurants and petrol pumps. The goal is to replace goods from boycotted countries with comparable products from other nations that are more politically aligned. | 2024-01-01 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_150_ret_bn_g3 | srilankafactcrescendo_150 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/a-call-to-boycott-products-of-various-nationalities-which-are-falsely-claimed-to-be-israels/ | List of Israeli Products to Boycott!! | Social Media Users | 2023-10-20 | https://www.flgov.com/2021/08/03/florida-places-ben-jerrys-parent-company-unilever-on-its-list-of-scrutinized-companies-that-boycott-israel/ | TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Yesterday, the Executive Director & Chief Investment Officer of the Florida State Board of Administration (SBA), Ash Williams, notified Governor DeSantis that Ben & Jerry’s parent company Unilever has been added to Florida’s List of Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel. On July 22nd, Governor DeSantis sent a letter to Mr. Williams requesting that the SBA initiate the process of placing Ben & Jerry’s and its parent company Unilever on the list following the company’s announcement that it would remove its products and prohibit the sale of its ice cream in Judea and Samaria. If a company does not cease its boycott of Israel within 90 days of being placed on the list, it becomes subject to an investment prohibition and the State of Florida will not contract with the company or its subsidiaries. [...] Governor DeSantis will continue to call for all companies that seek to boycott or divest from the State of Israel to be placed on the State of Florida’s List of Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel. By implementing these measures against Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever, the State of Florida is seeking to deter any other woke corporation that might consider doing the same. | 2021-08-03 | False | false | true | insufficient-supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_151 | srilankafactcrescendo_151 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/do-porcupines-harm-agricultural-crops/ | Porcupines Don`t Harm Agricultural Crops ! | Social Media Users | 2024-01-17 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/do-porcupines-harm-agricultural-crops/ | The claim in the Sinhala post saying that the porcupines are not damaging any crops is misleading. The Sinhala post is a translation from posts about hedgehogs. Hedgehogs don't much care for eating plants, they much prefer beetles, caterpillars, slugs and snails hence are considered to be generally friendly for your garden. | 2024-01-17 | False | true | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_151_ret_b1_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_151 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/do-porcupines-harm-agricultural-crops/ | Porcupines Don`t Harm Agricultural Crops ! | Social Media Users | 2024-01-17 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/do-porcupines-harm-agricultural-crops/ | Do Porcupines Harm Agricultural Crops? [...] A post claiming that porcupines are not animals harming the crops was shared among Facebook users. [...] Title:Do Porcupines Harm Agricultural Crops? | 2024-03-06 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_151_ret_b2_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_151 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/do-porcupines-harm-agricultural-crops/ | Porcupines Don`t Harm Agricultural Crops ! | Social Media Users | 2024-01-17 | https://discover.texasrealfood.com/protecting-crops/protecting-crops-from-north-american-porcupine | Addressing the threat to crops posed by porcupines involves a comprehensive understanding of their behaviors and deterrent strategies. As nocturnal feeders, porcupines have a predilection for succulent stems, leaves, and the bark of trees which can result in the girdling that damages or kills young trees and plants. Effective and humane prevention techniques are critical for farmers and land managers to protect their investments without harming the local wildlife. The integration of physical barriers, such as properly installed electric fences, can be a successful method to safeguard agricultural areas. These strategies, coupled with an awareness of porcupine habitats and feeding patterns, are essential components in mitigating the negative impacts of porcupines on crops, thus ensuring coexistence and minimal disruption to both agricultural activities and porcupine populations. [...] In addressing the challenge of protecting crops from porcupines, it's crucial to consider a variety of methods and practices. These often involve deterrents, repellents, and humane removal techniques. This FAQ section will offer guidance on the best practices to safeguard agricultural lands and residential properties from porcupine damage. | 2024-03-05 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_152 | srilankafactcrescendo_152 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | Elon Musk Attended Mukesh Ambani`s Son’s Wedding ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-10 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | In conclusion, there is no factual basis to the claim that Elon Musk attended Mukesh Ambani's son's wedding in Jamnagar, India, wearing traditional Indian attire. The viral image circulating on social media is likely fabricated or AI-generated. It's essential to rely on credible sources and verified information to avoid spreading misinformation. | 2024-03-10 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_152_ret_b10_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_152 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | Elon Musk Attended Mukesh Ambani`s Son’s Wedding ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-10 | https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/2024/02/27/ambani-wedding-jamnagar-guest-list/ | Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg and Bob Iger will join Indian business and political leaders and cricket stars as well as Bollywood celebrities for a pre-wedding event to celebrate the <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/2023/01/18/inside-anant-ambani-and-radhika-merchants-big-fat-indian-wedding/" target="_blank">marriage of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant</a>. Ambani, 28, is the youngest son of<a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/money/2023/01/09/billionaires-mukesh-ambani-switches-gears-to-focus-on-reliances-75bn-green-energy-plans/" target="_blank"> Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani</a>, one of the world's richest men, while Merchant, 29, is the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant. The lavish three-day celebration, to be held from Friday to Saturday, in <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2024/02/26/jamnagar-gujarat-ambani-wedding/" target="_blank">Jamnagar</a>, Gujarat, on India's west coast, is also set to feature performances by pop star Rihanna, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, Bollywood music duo Ajay-Atul and American illusionist David Blaine, according to an official Reliance Industries guest list seen by <i>The National</i>. The event is a precursor to the main wedding on July 12 in Mumbai. Besides Meta's Zuckerberg and Disney's Iger, other top business leaders attending the Jamnagar celebration include Sundar Pichai, chief executive of Alphabet; Larry Fink, chairman and chief executive of BlackRock; Shantanu Narayen, chief executive of Adobe; and Jay Lee, executive chairman of Samsung Electronics. | 2024-02-27 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_152_ret_bn_g0 | srilankafactcrescendo_152 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | Elon Musk Attended Mukesh Ambani`s Son’s Wedding ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-10 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | A viral image circulating on social media claims that Elon Musk attended the wedding of Mukesh Ambani's son in Jamnagar, India, wearing traditional Indian attire [...] Lack of mainstream media coverage: There have been no reports in reputable mainstream media outlets about Elon Musk attending the wedding of Mukesh Ambani's son or appearing in traditional Indian attire at the event. [...] In conclusion, there is no factual basis to the claim that Elon Musk attended Mukesh Ambani's son's wedding in Jamnagar, India, wearing traditional Indian attire. The viral image circulating on social media is likely fabricated or AI-generated. It's essential to rely on credible sources and verified information to avoid spreading misinformation. | 2024-03-14 | False | false | true | insufficient-refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_152_ret_bn_g6 | srilankafactcrescendo_152 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/false-claims-say-elon-musk-visited-ambanis-sons-wedding/ | Elon Musk Attended Mukesh Ambani`s Son’s Wedding ! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-10 | https://www.lighthousejournalism.com/viral/fact-check-images-of-elon-musk-at-ambani-pre-wedding-party-are-ai-generated-1540/ | The social media platforms are abuzz with the pre-wedding celebrations of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani. While several prominent guests attended the event in Jamnagar there are a few images that are being shared on social media platforms that caught our attention. The images are of Elon Musk, CEO of X, SpaceX and Tesla Motors dressed up in a sherwani being shared with the claim that he was spotted at the Ambani party. However, after investigation it was found that the images are AI generated. [...] Through several media reports we found out that Elon Musk did not attend the pre-wedding party of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, Gujarat. [...] Conclusion: Viral claim of X CEO Elon Musk attending the Ambani pre-wedding bash is false. AI generated images of Elon Musk are being shared on social media platforms with false claims. | 2024-03-04 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_154 | srilankafactcrescendo_154 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/pfizer-ceo-did-not-say-that-pfizer-aims-to-reduce-the-world-population-by-half/ | Pfizer CEO Says That Pfizer Aims To Reduce The World Population By 50% | Social Media Users | 2022-08-15 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/pfizer-ceo-did-not-say-that-pfizer-aims-to-reduce-the-world-population-by-half/ | Fact Crescendo found the viral video to be Edited. Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla originally said, “By 2023, we will reduce the number of people in the world that cannot afford our medicines by 50 per cent”. The viral video is edited to give a false impression that Albert Bourla said that his company’s goal is to reduce 50% of the population of the world. | 2022-08-15 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_154_ret_bn_g4 | srilankafactcrescendo_154 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/pfizer-ceo-did-not-say-that-pfizer-aims-to-reduce-the-world-population-by-half/ | Pfizer CEO Says That Pfizer Aims To Reduce The World Population By 50% | Social Media Users | 2022-08-15 | https://fullfact.org/online/pfizer-ceo-davos/ | A post on Facebook falsely claims that the CEO of Pfizer has said "by 2023 we will reduce the world population by 50%". This is accompanied by a link to a website with the headline: "Pfizer CEO: ‘by 2023 we will reduce the world population by 50%’". [...] In this video, he appears to say: "The first week we met, in January of ‘19 in California, and set up the goals for the next five years. And one of them was by 2023 we would reduce the number of people in the world by 50%. I think today, this dream is becoming reality." [...] The headline also now says: "Pfizer CEO: ‘By 2023, We Will Reduce The Number Of People In The World That Cannot Afford Our Medicines By 50%’". | 2022-05-31 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_154_ret_bn_g5 | srilankafactcrescendo_154 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/pfizer-ceo-did-not-say-that-pfizer-aims-to-reduce-the-world-population-by-half/ | Pfizer CEO Says That Pfizer Aims To Reduce The World Population By 50% | Social Media Users | 2022-08-15 | https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/pfizer-ceo-reduce-world-population/ | A viral video in which Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla allegedly says that by 2023 his goal is to reduce the population of the world by 50% is edited and misleading. While many have argued that pharmaceutical companies are evil, this particular claim is pretty outlandish. In the edited video, Bourla appears to say: "By 2023 we will reduce the number of people in the world by 50%." Numerous people across social media shared the edited footage, including one Facebook user who asked, "Who will arrest these two men and set up a citizens court to try them for charges of premeditated mass murder?" The video also spread on WhatsApp. The video was an edited version of an actual conversation Bourla participated in at the World Economic Forum in late May 2022. In the real video, he says: "I think that is really fulfilling of a dream that we had, together with our leadership team when we started in '19. The first week we met in January of '19 in California to set up the goals for the next five years – and one of them was by 2023, we will reduce the number of people in the world that cannot afford our medicines by 50 percent. I think today this dream is becoming reality." | 2022-05-31 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_154_ret_bn_g7 | srilankafactcrescendo_154 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/pfizer-ceo-did-not-say-that-pfizer-aims-to-reduce-the-world-population-by-half/ | Pfizer CEO Says That Pfizer Aims To Reduce The World Population By 50% | Social Media Users | 2022-08-15 | https://ghanafact.com/2023/03/fact-check-pfizer-ceo-has-not-announced-plans-to-reduce-the-worlds-population-by-50/ | Claim: Pfizer CEO announces plan to reduce the world’s population by 50% [...] Has the Chief Executive Officer of Pfizer, Albert Bourla announced plans to reduce the population of the world by 50% in 2023? [...] The claim that the CEO of Pfizer has announced plans to reduce the world’s population by 50% in 2023 is FALSE and the video is MISLEADING. | 2023-03-23 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_155_ret_b0_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_155 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-movie-star-vin-diesel-did-not-die-in-a-backyard-stunt/ | No, Hollywood Star Vin Diesel Has Not Died While Performing A Stunt | Tommy Welsh | 2020-06-01 | https://leadstories.com/hoax-alert/2020/05/fact-check-vin-diesel-not-dead-from-backyard-stunt.html | Did actor Vin Diesel die in a backyard stunt fail? No, that's not true: This is a click-bait death hoax that leads anyone who clicks on the link to a porn site. Diesel is not dead. The death claim appeared in a post, which we will not link to here, shared on Facebook under the title "H0LLYW00D ACT0R, professionaIIy known as Vin Diesel, died in a backyard stunt fail CNN NEWS". It read: [...] In addition to that there was a video player on the site that appeared to show a CNN announcement about Diesel's death but it was actually old footage of the announcement of the death of actor Paul Walker. | 2023-03-09 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_155_ret_b2_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_155 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-movie-star-vin-diesel-did-not-die-in-a-backyard-stunt/ | No, Hollywood Star Vin Diesel Has Not Died While Performing A Stunt | Tommy Welsh | 2020-06-01 | https://heavy.com/entertainment/2020/05/vin-diesel-not-dead/ | Vin Diesel, the star of the Fast & the Furious movie series, is not dead despite a Facebook post claiming the actor was killed during a car stunt in his backyard. The fake news post includes the CNN logo. The post reads, "BREAKING NEWS | Hollywood Cries after Vin Diesel, Died In a FAIL STUNT on his Backyard. | TODAY, May 2020." Included in the post is a video titled, "Actual Footage: VIN DIESEL CAR STUNT ACCIDENT." [...] Diesel has been the victim of two major death hoaxes in the past. Politifact detailed a death hoax in 2018 that allegedly involved the actor dying after attempting "the perfect stunt." The first major death hoax involving Diesel appeared in January 2014, according to Snopes. | 2020-06-01 | False | false | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_155_ret_b4_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_155 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-movie-star-vin-diesel-did-not-die-in-a-backyard-stunt/ | No, Hollywood Star Vin Diesel Has Not Died While Performing A Stunt | Tommy Welsh | 2020-06-01 | https://thecinemaholic.com/is-vin-diesel-really-dead/ | Vin Diesel is best known for playing Dominic Toretto in the ‘Fast and Furious‘ franchise and has recently been a victim of a celebrity death hoax. News circulated on social media sites that he passed away after a failed stunt. Reports suggest that the news appeared mostly on Facebook, claiming Diesel died in a car crash. Let us put all false rumors to rest by confirming that Vin Diesel is very much alive, and the news of his death is fake. [...] Vin Diesel is busy with his work and is rumored to be a part of the upcoming ‘Avatar‘ movie, which will broaden the franchise. Although news about Diesel’s death is false, one might understand why a few viewers would believe it. After all, performing stunts is a dangerous job, and Diesel has had brushes with tragedy in the past. In fact, in 2019, Diesel’s stunt double fell almost 30 feet while filming for the ‘Fast and Furious’ movie. Diesel appeared visibly shaken after witnessing the incident. | 2020-05-30 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_157 | srilankafactcrescendo_157 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Around 30,000 children are begging in the streets of Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-30 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | The claims regarding the number of street children and child beggars in Sri Lanka, particularly the assertion of 30,000 children begging in the streets, lack empirical support and are based on speculative hypotheses rather than formal surveys or research. While concerns regarding the welfare of vulnerable children are valid, it is crucial to rely on verified data and evidence-based research when addressing such issues. Efforts to clarify the origins and accuracy of these estimates should continue through transparent methodologies and collaborations between relevant authorities, academics, and organisations dedicated to child welfare in Sri Lanka. | 2024-03-30 | False | true | true | refutes |
srilankafactcrescendo_157_ret_b14_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_157 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Around 30,000 children are begging in the streets of Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-30 | https://www.streetchildren.org/our-work/projects/csc-projects-supporting-street-children-in-sri-lanka/ | Street Children in Sri Lanka [...] Consortium for Street Children is working with our global network to provide crucial support to street children, and help them access the services, information, and legal protection they need throughout the pandemic. [...] Street children are one of the world’s most invisible populations, overlooked by governments, law and policymakers and many others in society. To address this, CSC and our partner Baker McKenzie created the Legal Atlas, to put information about laws affecting street children directly into their -and their advocates’ – hands. | 2020-12-22 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_157_ret_b1_g1 | srilankafactcrescendo_157 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Around 30,000 children are begging in the streets of Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-30 | https://www.dailymirror.lk/breaking-news/Nearly-30-000-underage-street-children-begging-around-the-country-Study-reveals/108-279735 | Colombo, March 27 (Daily Mirror) - A study revealed that the number of underage street children begging all around the country is between 20,000 and 30,000. [...] He told the Daily Mirror that the estimated figure was determined through informal discussions held in those areas, drawing from previous surveys conducted by a specific non-governmental organization (NGO) in 2019. He noted that, according to the data from these surveys, approximately 15,000 underage street children were identified across the country. [...] Meanwhile, National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) Chairman Chanaka Udyakumara Amarasinghe said that the use of children in begging is a criminal offense. While commenting on the issue, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshbandu Tennakoon said that although there is the possibility of taking child beggars into police custody, the existing legal obstacles to taking action against them have become a problem. | 2024-03-27 | False | false | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_157_ret_b5_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_157 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Around 30,000 children are begging in the streets of Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-30 | https://www.dailymirror.lk/infographics/Alarming-Rise-in-Sri-Lankas-Child-Begging-Crisis/193-277679 | Comments - Alarming Rise in Sri Lanka’s Child Begging Crisis | 2024-02-26 | False | false | true | insufficient-neutral |
srilankafactcrescendo_157_ret_bn_g2 | srilankafactcrescendo_157 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Around 30,000 children are begging in the streets of Sri Lanka !! | Social Media Users | 2024-03-30 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/insight-on-the-numbers-of-street-children-and-child-beggars-in-sri-lanka/ | Media outlets, including newspapers, play a significant role in shaping public opinion. Recently, they have reported figures on the number of street children and child beggars in Sri Lanka, notably claiming that around 30,000 children are begging in the streets. These figures have raised concerns and led to investigations into their accuracy. Our aim here is to provide a comprehensive fact-check on the origins and accuracy of these estimates. [...] Explanation 30,000 Street Children Hypothesis: Reports have cited a figure of 30,000 children currently begging in the streets of Sri Lanka, purportedly based on a survey conducted by Peradeniya University. However, the professor attributed these claims, Professor Wasantha Athukorala, clarified to us that this number is a hypothesis he and a few academics formulated based on informal interviews with residents of several cities in Sri Lanka. This hypothesis lacks formal backing through any survey or research conducted by Peradeniya University, rendering it speculative rather than empirically supported. [...] The claims regarding the number of street children and child beggars in Sri Lanka, particularly the assertion of 30,000 children begging in the streets, lack empirical support and are based on speculative hypotheses rather than formal surveys or research. While concerns regarding the welfare of vulnerable children are valid, it is crucial to rely on verified data and evidence-based research when addressing such issues. Efforts to clarify the origins and accuracy of these estimates should continue through transparent methodologies and collaborations between relevant authorities, academics, and organisations dedicated to child welfare in Sri Lanka. | 2024-04-12 | False | false | true | insufficient-contradictory |
srilankafactcrescendo_158 | srilankafactcrescendo_158 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-dcd-levels-on-milk-powder/ | Misleading Claims On DCD Levels In Milk Powder | Social Media Users | 2020-12-05 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-dcd-levels-on-milk-powder/ | From our investigation it was clear that even though ITI had tested Fonterra dairy products along with 3 other dairies mid-2013, all subsequent tests done by number of other parties including ITI itself had confirmed that there was no DCD contamination in Fonterra dairy products since then. There is dispute about the test methodology of the DCD positive test carried out by ITI in 2013 as well, however all these are out of context since there had not been any incident of DCD contamination since then. Hence we can conclude that these reports being circulated in present day context are misleading the public. | 2020-12-05 | False | true | true | supports |
srilankafactcrescendo_158_ret_b1_gn | srilankafactcrescendo_158 | https://srilanka.factcrescendo.com/english/fact-check-dcd-levels-on-milk-powder/ | Misleading Claims On DCD Levels In Milk Powder | Social Media Users | 2020-12-05 | https://www.dairyreporter.com/Article/2013/08/12/Fonterra-slams-Sri-Lankan-DCD-testing-after-milk-powder-recall | DCD misinformation "These inaccurate testing results have caused a lot of confusion for the public and we want to ensure that people know that they can continue to consume Anchor, a product that many Sri Lankans grew up on," said Clement. [...] Fonterra hopes that by working with the Sri Lankan government it can "correct the misinformation about DCD in Fonterra’s milk powder products, following the inaccurate testing results produced by Sri Lanka’s Industrial Technology Institute (ITI)." [...] Concerns about DCD first emerged in January 2013, when it was revealed that low levels of the substance had been discovered in samples Fonterra milk powder. | 2013-08-12 | False | false | true | supports |
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