Rumors Spread Online as Baltimore Bridge Collapse Triggers Wave of Disinformation

Baltimore, Maryland – In the wake of a container ship colliding with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, spreading false claims online, authorities are working to quash misinformation about the incident. The vessel lost power, crashing into the structure despite efforts to prevent disaster. Governor Wes Moore reassured the public that terrorism was not a factor in the incident, aligning with statements from the FBI and Baltimore police. However, conspiracy theories linking the collision to various …

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Social Media Posts Spread Baseless Conspiracy Theories about Perry, Iowa School Shooting and Jeffrey Epstein Documents

PERRY, Iowa – On January 4th, a tragic school shooting at Perry High School in Perry, Iowa resulted in the death of a sixth-grade student and injuries to four other students and the principal. The 17-year-old gunman, identified as Dylan Butler, also took his own life. The incident took place on the first day back to school following the winter break. Butler, who was a student at the school, was armed with a pump-action shotgun …

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