Polls will show if Norway will continue to be a social welfare state or not?
James Thomas
Do new UK refugee citizenship rules violate UN Refugee Convention?
The UK government has been criticised for bringing in new guidance which effectively bans refugees who entered the country illegally from acquiring British citizenship.
Are Tesla owners at risk of vandalism following Musk controversy?
Images have been going around online that claim to show Tesla cars defaced with swastikas, following Elon Musk's actions at Trump's inauguration rally, where he performed a gesture that was likened to a Nazi salute.
Santorini targeted by fake volcano eruption videos
Some of the videos have been AI-generated, while others have been miscaptioned.
Fact check: Where in Europe has the longest school summer holidays?
President Emmanuel Macron said that he wants to review the amount of time French pupils get off for the summer, claiming that France has longer holidays than other countries. How does it compare to the rest of Europe?
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Fact check: Which European economy is set to grow the fastest?
The IMF may have predicted that the UK will be the fastest-growing European G7 member, but it's not projected to be the fastest-growing European economy overall.
Fact check: Which European countries practice birthright citizenship?
President Donald Trump incorrectly said that the US is "the only country" that automatically confers citizenship to children born in its territory. What's the situation like in Europe?
No, UK and US didn't bomb Yemen protests
A protest depicted in a video on social media happened last year, in response to US and UK airstrikes on Yemen after Houthi militants attacked shipping lanes. The demonstration itself was not bombed.
German TikTokers more susceptible to Russian fake news, says report
TikTok users and young people in Germany are significantly less suspicious and have a more favourable view of Moscow and Beijing, according to the study, which flags it as a concern ahead of Germany's upcoming elections.
From China to Biden: Trump's inauguration speech fact-checked
The president repeated false claims related to the 2020 US election in addition to unfounded allegations against immigration.
No, the Pope hasn’t resigned and appointed a successor
Various videos claim Pope Francis's successor has been appointed, but that's not how a new bishop of Rome is chosen. How does the system actually work?
Misinformation is the biggest short-term risk to the world, says WEF
A number of countries in Europe ranked misinformation as one of its top five risks, due its ability to influence voter intentions and harm the wider geopolitical environment.
Old false claims resurface about Ukrainian kickbacks to US politicians
Misinformation is often spread regarding Russia's war in Ukraine to sway public opinion about support for Kyiv and put pressure on western governments.
Morgue pictures don't show hidden bodies of Valencia flood victims
The pictures show morgues in the US, rather than an attempt by the media to hide photos of the victims of the floods in Valencia.
Portugal isn't issuing a commemorative Ronaldo coin
The online claims allege that 25,000 €7 coins honouring the Portuguese football star would enter circulation, with a purchase price of €7.50.
No, Charlie Hebdo didn't publish an issue with Zelenskyy as Quasimodo
Fake newspaper and magazine covers are a tactic often used in Russian propaganda.
No, UK isn't offering 'cash bonuses' to euthanise the elderly
The bizarre claims have sprung off the back of MPs' approval of a bill which would legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, subject to approval from two doctors and a judge.
False map shows Germany surrounded by nuclear power plants
Some of Germany's neighbours do have operable nuclear plants, but they don't line the borders as the map suggests.
Finland president did not post video supporting Nigerian separatists
A post on social media wrongfully claims that Alexander Stubb supports the Biafra separatist movement in Nigeria.
Who brings Europeans their Christmas presents?
It's not just Santa Claus who delivers gifts to Europe over the Christmas season.
Viral video of Musk and Meloni kissing is AI-generated
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's expressive face has often led to her being romantically paired with other prominent global figures online, and her recent appearance with Elon Musk has prompted the emergence of "Muskloni" fans.
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