Some have questioned whether recent searches in areas known to house migrants could be a case of racial profiling
Fact-check Malta: What powers do police have to stop and search? Read More »
October 30, 2023 Since the start of an intense bombing campaign by Israel on the Gaza Strip in retaliation for the unprecedented attack by the Palestinian militant group Hamas on October 7, there have been numerous demonstrations in various countries related to the conflict. In this context, an image has spread on social media claiming
This image of Atletico Madrid fans holding a giant Palestinian flag is not real Read More »
As both sides trade blame, we look into false claims on either side
Fact-check Malta: Disinformation about the Gaza hospital bombing Read More »
The petition says that the government has until the end of the month to avoid this
Fact-check Malta: Petition warns that WHO will assume power over Malta’s constitution Read More »
The renewed fighting has brought about a wave of misinformation from both sides
Fact-check Malta: False claims about Israel and Hamas war Read More »
The videos are part of a cryptocurrency scam making its way across Europe
Fact-check Malta: Scam videos using audio deepfakes to imitate BBC reports Read More »
The posts are the latest in a long line of cryptocurrency scams
Fact-check Malta: Scam posts using Daphne assassination for profit Read More »
A Broadcasting Authority survey has seen both party stations claimed the top spot
Fact-check Malta: Which is Malta’s most followed private TV station? Read More »
October 11, 2023 The development of wind farms is often a topic for debate in Greece, with misleading information about the issue frequently spreading on social networks. The unfounded narrative that areas are deliberately burned down so that wind turbines can be installed is widespread. As fires swept through parts of Greece in 2023, social
Wind turbines have not been built on burnt land in Evia Read More »
Robert Abela said driving test racket chats show officials are doing their job
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