A widely circulated image purportedly showing a downed U.S. F-35 fighter jet in Iran has been debunked as false, with evidence indicating the image is a digitally altered version of a photograph taken in 2012 showing a different aircraft that crashed in Florida. Claims that Iran shot down the advanced U.S. aircraft have been refuted….
Investigators are piecing together clues from the Air India Express crash at Calicut International Airport in Kerala, India, where flight IX 1344 overshot the runway in heavy rain and crashed on August 7, 2020, killing 21 people, including both pilots. The investigation is focusing on pilot error, weather conditions, and runway conditions as potential contributing…
A widely circulated image purportedly showing an Israeli F-35 fighter jet shot down by Iran is false and has been debunked by fact-checkers. The image, which gained traction on social media platforms, is not related to any recent events and is not authentic, according to analysis of the image and available reports. Claims that Iran…
The investigation into the Air India Express flight IX-1344 crash at Kozhikode International Airport in 2020 is progressing, with investigators focusing on pilot error and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) as potential contributing factors. Emerging clues suggest that the pilots may not have executed a proper go-around maneuver despite unstable landing conditions. Kozhikode Crash…
Thousands of demonstrators defied expectations and gathered in several deeply conservative states over the weekend to protest policies perceived as infringing on reproductive rights, leading to what organizers are calling a powerful show of solidarity despite facing significant political headwinds. Unexpectedly large crowds materialized in state capitals and major cities across states known for their…
Thousands participated in “No Kin’ ” rallies across several deeply conservative states this weekend, protesting policies and sentiments perceived as discriminatory and divisive, drawing attention to issues of social justice and equality. Demonstrations took place in states including Texas, Florida, and Tennessee, where participants voiced concerns over legislative actions concerning LGBTQ+ rights, abortion access, and…
Parents attending kindergarten graduations at a California school district are reportedly facing a controversial new rule prohibiting them from cheering, clapping, or making noise during the ceremonies, leaving many baffled and frustrated. The policy, intended to create a calmer and more equitable environment for all students, has sparked a heated debate about balancing decorum with…
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s apparent eye-roll directed at French President Emmanuel Macron during a G7 summit side conversation has ignited a global social media firestorm, sparking debate about the leaders’ relationship and differing political stances. The fleeting moment, captured on video, quickly went viral, turning into a Rorschach test for international relations. The incident…
A new graduation requirement for kindergarteners in a North Carolina school district is drawing sharp criticism from parents who say the policy is baffling and unnecessary. The Union County Public Schools (UCPS) now mandates that rising first-graders must demonstrate proficiency in reading and math skills to participate in the traditional kindergarten graduation ceremony, a rule…
Giorgia Meloni’s apparent reaction to a whispered conversation between French President Emmanuel Macron and other leaders at the G7 summit in Italy has sparked widespread speculation and commentary, as captured in viral video footage. The Italian Prime Minister’s expressive eye roll, caught on camera, has become a focal point, prompting various interpretations regarding the nature…