snopes.com Update: 28 November 2015
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Hello again from snopes, where we shed light on the wild tales you've heard! This e-mail gives information about new articles recently added to the snopes.com web site and provides pointers to older pieces about rumors and hoaxes still wandering into everyone's inboxes. If after this update you are left wondering about something newly arrived in your inbox, our search engine stands ready to assist you. Bookmark that URL — it's a keeper! And now to the legends, the mayhem, and the misinformation! New Articles: Helium Infused Wine A video purportedly showing two women drinking "helium infused wine" does not feature a real product. False Brag Attack Anonymous sources said rumors of an ISIS attack at a WWE event didn't come from their operatives. Veterans Despair No, President Obama didn't ban Christmas trees or "Merry Christmas" from VA facilities. You're Welcome in My House Toby Keith has not recorded a song nor is he planning a benefit concert for Syrian refugees. 8 Syrians Walk Into A Country... Rumors claimed eight Syrians were "caught" sneaking into the United States. Trump Insists He Witnessed Cheering Muslims on 9/11 Donald Trump insisted he saw footage of Muslims cheering in New Jersey on 9/11, but the incident he referenced never occurred. The American Way A Superman poster shows the comic book hero talking to children about the importance of respecting diversity. Racist Abe Missouri State University students protested to get Abraham Lincoln removed from all U.S. currency because they believe that the former president was racist. Horton Hears a Hitler A number of lesser-known Dr. Seuss works espoused a firm stance on political issues of the day. Quoth Keanu? A viral quote describing various tragedies in the life of Keanu Reeves was not penned by the actor. Blogs Claim Obama Dropped Leaflets Warning ISIS of Upcoming Airstrikes Social media rumors claimed President Obama dropped leaflets warning ISIS militants of imminent airstrikes against them. FALSE: Syrian Children Killed After Paris Attacks A photo of Syrian children killed in an attack is real, but it dates back to August 2013. 'Clock Kid' Ahmed Mohamed's Lawyers Demand Damages, Apology Lawyers representing the family of "clock kid" Ahmed Mohamed sent Irving city officials letters demanding payment of $15 million in damages and apologies. Rage of Consent Fake news reports President Obama has signed a bill lowering the age of sexual consent to 13. Crosses on New York A photograph shows three buildings in New York decorated with window crosses for Easter in 1956. Poles' Position Massive nationalist demonstrations in Poland occurred two days before the Paris attacks, and were reported worldwide. Canna-Bunny A Facebook page mimicking Fox News published an odd, fabricated claim about a carnivorous "pot rabbit plague." No Soup for You An official Campbell's representative did not insult a customer on the company's Facebook page after she expressed her views on same-sex unions. White Student Union Facebook Hoax There probably isn't even one legitimate white student union at a major university, much less dozens of new ones. Do You Smell a Rat? On 22 November 2015, the Facebook page New Yorkers posted a photo purportedly showing a 41 lb rat that was caught in New York City. Undercover Parcel Service No, UPS isn't smuggling refugees into the United States in the dead of night. Off Target A Facebook offer for a 50% off coupon good at Target retail stores is a survey scam. Irrational Geographic No, National Geographic hasn't begun covering nonsense since their merger with Fox. Fart Yourself Thin Contrary to Internet search engine wisdom, farting does not burn 67 calories and is not a practical weight loss mechanism. ISIS Black Friday Warnings A number of old rumors have merged with pure speculation to form several less-than-credible warnings about purported ISIS attacks planned for Black Friday. Black Like Ike? President Dwight D. Eisenhower's racial background has sparked a number of long-circulating rumors, but there's no compelling evidence behind such claims. Present Tents Is Saudi Arabia allowing thousands of air-conditioned tents to stand empty while keeping out Syrian refugees? Cetacean Harvestation No, cranberry farmers aren't netting and canning dolphins during the harvest season. The Biggest, Blackest Card There is a secret card hidden in the lid of the Cards Against Humanity card game. Steamer Fury Video of a Black Friday fight over vegetable steamers was probably staged. Shrimp Crock Tail No, a 102 lb. shrimp wasn't caught in Homosassa, Florida. Admin Stuff:
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