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Depopulation projections a dystopian fantasy - Australian …
WEBJul 13, 2021 — The Statement. A social media post claims that a “major military industrial corporation” projected Western populations would be cut in half by 2025 “inexplicably”, with the post linking the dire prediction to “future biological warfare” following the COVID-19 pandemic.. The text claims the projections were “discovered in 2014”, pointing to the post’s comments for “photo ...
Nothing fishy about ancient marine fossils on Everest
WEBMay 18, 2021 — It is true that remnants of ancient sea life have been found fossilised on Everest, the world’s highest point above sea level. These include fragments of extinct and existing marine animals including trilobites, ostracods and crinoids – although all three are invertebrates not fish. Samples collected from high on the mountain have also ...
Do Australia’s politicians enjoy lavish pension perks?
WEBDec 7, 2020 — A newly retired parliamentarian on the base salary but covered under the earlier scheme could be entitled to a minimum pension of $125,362. Parliamentarians elected before the 2001 poll could receive their retiring allowance from the time they left parliament – and could opt to receive 50 per cent of the allowance as a lump sum.
Wind turbine lifespan claim generates misinformation
WEBOct 13, 2022 — The claim is false. Experts told AAP FactCheck the average lifespan of wind turbine generators is about 20 years. The post (screenshot here) from May 2022 shows an image of a crane and a wind tower, with text stating: “The wind farm in Mt. Pulaski has been running for 3 1/2 years. They have been replacing the generators in all the wind towers
Unhappy feet: Cleansing foot patch claims are toxic tosh
WEBOct 1, 2021 — A widely shared video claims that sleeping with herb-infused patches on the soles of your feet will rid the body of harmful toxins. The Facebook video claims that using Nuubu patches “may improve your sleep quality and overall wellbeing – all within a five-day detox course”. The video details how “micro toxins” accumulate in the ...
Dubai sheikh’s words lost in translation with viral quote
WEBApr 26, 2021 — The Verdict. The quote beginning “my grandfather rode a camel” has been widely attributed to the late Sheikh Rashid of Dubai. His biographer told AAP FactCheck the sheikh’s son repeated the anecdote to him in the context of a discussion about Dubai’s oil reserves and future economic needs, not in the context implied by the post.. The second half of the purported quote concerning ...
Adrenochrome ‘lab’ photos are a case of artistic licence
WEBSep 1, 2021 — Adrenochrome is a chemical compound produced by the oxidation of adrenaline – also called epinephrine – a hormone produced by the adrenal glands near the kidneys. Adrenaline, which can also be synthesised, is used to treat cardiac arrest and severe allergic reactions. Scientists have researched the …
No, this is not ‘the real reason’ Australia Day is celebrated on ...
WEBFeb 24, 2020 — The Verdict. Based on the evidence, AAP FactCheck found the Facebook post makes several inaccurate or misleading claims. The claim that Australia Day “does not celebrate the arrival of the First Fleet” is wrong according to a history professor, the Australia Day Council and Tourism Australia.
Medical mask colour instructions are misleading and false
WEBAug 13, 2020 — The Statement. A Facebook post claims medical face masks being used to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 are designed to be worn differently depending on the health of the wearer.. The post shows an infographic headed, “The correct way to use a medical mask” and claims that masks should be worn “colored side out if you are sick and do not want to spread germs around”.
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