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Did Japan warn COVID-19 vaccines cause population collapse?!

Did Japan just warn that the COVID-19 vaccines are causing a global population collapse?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Japan warns COVID-19 vaccines cause population collapse!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claims that Japan just warned that the COVID-19 vaccines are causing a global population collapse!

Here is an excerpt of the (intentionally?) rambling and confusing article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

Japan Warns COVID Vaccines Causing Global Population Collapse

Japan has issued a dire warning about the mRNA vaccines that were administered globally in late 2020 and declared “safe and effective.” According to Japanese scientists, these vaccines are safely reducing the global population and effectively collapsing populations.

The scientists, among the most respected in the world, also allege that international organizations such as the UN, along with multiple world governments, are involved in a massive cover-up to hide the full extent of this catastrophic loss of life.

According to the scientists, over one billion people have already perished, with many more deaths expected to follow.

Japan’s findings are redefining our understanding of the global depopulation crisis and highlighting the urgent need to hold those responsible for crimes against humanity accountable.

Kazuhiro Haraguchi, the Minister of Internal Affairs, has formally apologized to the Japanese nation, declaring “You were right, vaccines are killing millions of our loved ones.”

Japan understands that apologizes are not enough and the government and universities have ordered thousands of scientific researchers to investigate the vaccines from every possible angle.

The Covid mRNA task force is determined to fully understand the “crimes against humanity” perpetrated during the Covid pandemic specifically related to the roll out of experimental mRNA vaccines.

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Truth : Japan did not warn COVID-19 vaccines cause population collapse!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Japan did not warn about COVID-19 vaccines

Let me start by simply pointing out that the Japanese government has not issued any warning about the COVID-19 vaccines killing people, never mind causing a global population collapse.

If that actually happened, such a shocking news would have been widely reported by the mainstream media all over the world, and resulted in a mass outcry of outrage. Countries all over the world would also have stopped using COVID-19 vaccines, and launched their own investigations.

Yet, none of that happened. No report of population collapse anywhere in the world, no warning by the Japanese government, no outrage. Unsurprisingly, The People’s Voice article did not provide any evidence to back up its claim.

Fact #2 : Japan still recommends COVID-19 vaccines

If the Japanese government believes that the COVID-19 vaccines are killing people, and causing a global population collapse, it would have immediately stopped the use of the vaccines.

Yet, that did not happen. In fact, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) still recommends getting vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, even for children 5-11 years in age!

Fact #3 : Japanese population has been declining for years

The truth is – Japan has been suffering from a declining population for over a decade – since 2010. That’s ten years before the COVID-19 vaccines were invented!

Japan’s declining population has nothing to do with COVID-19 vaccines. It’s being caused by a steady drop in birth rates. In fact, the number of new births have been falling for 8 straight years – from 2015 to 2023.

In 2023 – the fertility rate in Japan was only 1.3 – far below the fertility rate of 2.1 for a population to remain stable. In other words – the number of births in Japan cannot compensate the number of deaths, and it has resulted in a decline in the Japanese population.

This trend will continue for decades, even if Japanese families start having large families of 4-5 children right away. That’s because it will take a long time for those children to have children of their own, and start “correcting” the decline.

The Japanese government’s Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS) projected in 2023 (PDF) that the population in Japan by fall 30% by 2070.

Fact #4 : One billion people did not die from COVID-19 vaccines

It’s preposterous to claim that over one billion people have already died from the COVID-19 vaccines.

There are just over 8.2 billion people in the world right now. It would mean that 1-in-8 people have already died. If such a tragedy did occur, virtually everyone would know several people who had died from the COVID-19 vaccines. It would also have devastated economies all across the world. That obviously did not happen.

On top of that – 1 billion people dying in the last 44 months or so would mean 22.7 million deaths per month, or over 745,000 per day! Do you believe that so many people have died in the past 3.5 years?

The hospitals, morgues, crematoriums, cemeteries and funereal services would not only be overwhelmed, they would be filled to the brim for years! In fact, some countries would likely be forced to bury their dead in mass graves.

Fact #5 : World population continues to increase

Finally, I should point out that the world population continues to increase year-on-year.

In fact, the world’s population is projected to keep increasing every year until hitting a peak of about 10.3 billion people in 2080.

Fact #6 : Mass grave photo is from 2011

The People’s Voice article used a photo which showed a mass grave with soldiers carrying a coffin. That photo was taken in March 2011, and has nothing to do with COVID-19 vaccines, or even the COVID-19 pandemic.

The photo shows members of the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force carrying the coffin of a victim of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, at the temporary mass grave site in Higashi Matsushima, northern Japan.

Fact #7 : The People’s Voice is known for fake news

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

Founded as Your News Wire in 2014, it was rebranded as NewsPunch in November 2018, before becoming The People’s Voice. A 2017 BuzzFeed report identified NewsPunch as the second-largest source of popular fake news on Facebook that year.

Its articles have been regularly debunked as fake news, so you should think twice about sharing anything from NewsPunch / The People’s Voice. Here are some of its fake stories that I fact checked earlier:

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Did Fatman Scoop die suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine?!

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Did Fatman Scoop collapse on stage and die suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine SADS?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-09-03 : Added new details
Originally posted @ 2024-09-02

Claim : Fatman Scoop died suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine!

Right after news broke that Fatman Scoop collapsed on stage and died suddenly at 53 years of age, some people immediately claimed or suggested the American rapper was killed by the COVID-19 vaccine!

Erin Elizabeth : Another major celebrity collapses on stage and dies suddenly. How many more is it going to take? Can you guess what he had in common with the others? Say yes below if you can see this. God so many people are dying after the jab.

Steve Kirsch : New normal. It’s so obvious that it’s the Covid shots causing this.

Tommy Robinson : ‘Fatman scoop’ becomes the latest in a huge line of people to “die suddenly” on stage or on a sporting field in the last few years. We all know what’s happening. #ArrestFauci

Naughty Beaver : Fatman Scoop, vaccinated, “Died suddenly” on stage in the middle of a performance.

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Truth : Fatman Scoop did not die suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine!

It is now tradition for anti-vaccine activists to immediately blame all injuries or deaths on the COVID-19 vaccines.

Here are the reasons why this is yet another example of fake news about the COVID-19 vaccines…

Fact #1 : Fatman Scoop’s cause of death is still unknown

Let me start with a quick summary of the circumstances around his sudden death.

On Friday, August 30, 2024, Fatman Scoop (born Isaac Freeman III on August 6, 1971) was performing at the Town Center Park in Hamden, Connecticut, when he suddenly suffered a medical emergency and collapsed on stage.

His collapsed was caught on video. Fatman Scoop was seen climbing onto a platform, and struggling to go around the DJ. He then said, “If you came to party…” and pausing a moment before saying breathlessly “make some noise“, and then he collapsed out of view.

Medics tried to revive Fatman Scoop, and he was rushed to a nearby hospital. The next morning, his manager – DJ and producer Birch Michael, announced his death “with the heaviest of hearts“. And Fatman Scoop’s family then posted their statement, saying that “the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life“.

Neither Fatman Scoop’s manager, nor his publicist Chanel Rae, or his family, have stated his cause of death. They certainly did not blame the COVID-19 vaccines for his death.

In fact, it has been speculated that an energy drink he consumed may have contributed to his death. Sharron Elkabas, the CEO of Fatman Scoop’s PR firm, told The Hollywood Reporter that the hiphop artist drank an energy containing stimulant compounds before his performance:

He had an energy drink before going on stage. He never drank energy drinks, but he did before this show.

Fatman Scoop also shared earlier that he suffered from COVID-19 and cellulitis in April. How bad was it? Did that COVID-19 infection, or his cellulitis, play any part in his death months later? Who knows?

The truth is – none of us know what caused Fatman Scoop’s death. Until and unless his family, or the Connecticut Medical Examiner reveals his official cause of death, no one knows for sure how he died – whether it was a heart attack, a cardiac arrest, or something else.

Fact #2 : Fatman Scoop was not vaccinated against COVID-19!

Fatman Scoop has publicly stated in an interview with Lil Jon that he was against the COVID-19 vaccines, and did not want to take it. He also stated (wrongly) that “the vaccine only MASKS the symptoms”.

I don’t want the vaccine. I’ll take my chances. No vaccine for me.

It is therefore impossible for Fatman Scoop to die from any COVID-19 vaccine side effect. After all – he never got vaccinated against COVID-19!

With that, Fatman Scoop now joins the list of unvaccinated people whose sudden deaths (or injuries) were abused by anti-vaccination activists for their agenda, like Kris Jordan, Aaron Carter, Kirstie Alley, Stephan Bonnar, Shane Macaulay, David Wayne Burleson, and Kaden Clymer.

Will those anti-vaccination activists apologise? I highly doubt it. They will likely just move on to the next sudden death / injury…

Fact #3 : Vaccine side effects appear with hours / days

Some people have also claimed (without evidence) that Fatman Scoop may have changed his mind, and got vaccinated against COVID-19.

But even if Fatman Scoop ended up getting the COVID-19 vaccine, he would have received his doses at least three years ago! He cannot possibly have suffered from a vaccine side effect, because they appear within hours or days, not months later.

Mild side effects like injection site pain, fever, muscle ache, headache, lethargy develop within minutes to hours of the vaccination. Anaphylaxis develops within minutes, while other severe adverse reactions like myocarditis and VITT develop within days or weeks.

The spike proteins produced by the COVID-19 vaccines also do not stick around for months. If these spike proteins are permanent (as antivaxxers claim), we would have lifelong immunity.

Your own immune system will identify the spike proteins as foreign, and destroy them within a matter of days, although some may last for up to a few weeks. This is part of how vaccines teach your immune system to identify the enemy and destroy it.

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UN peacekeepers caught smuggling illegal voters into US?!

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Were UN peacekeepers caught smuggling illegal voters into the United States?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : UN peacekeepers were caught smuggling illegal voters into US!

Real Raw News posted an article (archive) which claimed that UN peacekeepers were caught smuggling illegal voters into the United States!

As usual, the article is (intentionally?) long, rambling and confusing, so here is an excerpt. Please feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

They’re Here

According to our source, General Smith last week received a credible tip claiming a UN “humanitarian relief effort,” comprised mostly of French forces, had landed in Mexico City and would shuttle 500 illegals in 10 busses over the border on August 17, then bring them to MVD offices in Nogales, Sierra Vista, and Green Valley. The general’s tipster said Arizona Department of Transportation director Jennifer Toth had staffed the offices with registered Democrats who favored inclusivity and open borders.

Nonetheless, the general sent two Marine platoons to Nogales Thursday afternoon, ordering them to ambush the convoy of illegals and arrest or “eliminate” UN personnel—if they posed an imminent threat or entered the US illegally.

Upon arriving at the crime-ridden border city, the Marines discovered where they believed the incursion would take place. A half-mile northwest of the Nogales-Mariposa Port of Entry, someone had torn down a 20-foot-wide section of the border fence and the razor wire in front of it. A tracked vehicle—a backhoe or crane—had left indentations in the ground.

At 4:00 a.m. Saturday, the Marines spotted three ramshackle buses approaching the gap in the fence. They were jam-packed with illegals and driven by men wearing blue helmets with “UN” stenciled in white on either side.

Marine Hummers armed with .50 machine guns and Mk19 grenade launchers quickly swooped in and formed an impenetrable blockade that prevented the buses from entering the United States. The Marines illuminated the buses with floodlights, blinding the drivers and occupants, and through a loudspeaker, commanded them to reverse course or be fired upon as enemy combatants. The lead bus driver, speaking English with a thick French accent, called out through his own bullhorn, asking permission to approach the Marines to negotiate an equitable resolution.

The unarmed Blue Helmet kept his hands atop his head as he plodded toward the Marines, then explained he had been given explicit and lawful permission to bring 140 “political refugees” into the United States. He even had a permission slip signed by UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Kamala Harris, Border Czar.

The Marine in charge gestured to the Marine crewing the Mk19 grenade launcher. A second later, the lead bus erupted in a fireball, struck by three grenades. Two more blue helmets emerged from the bus, one racing toward the rear door, the other unslinging his famas automatic rifle. His blue helmet offered no protection against the .50 round that almost cleaved his head off.

Our source said the surviving buses kicked up dirt as they sped from the border.

“We’ve detained indefinitely the UN soldier, a one sub-lieutenant Philip Dubois. He says he knows nothing about plans to interfere in the election. He insists he was escorting political refugees but doesn’t know why he was asked to drive through a big hole in a fence. He also said there were never ten buses, just three, which we’re sure is a lie. And our fear is seven buses got in someplace else. We take border security and voting integrity very seriously,” he said, adding that White Hats will be on guard for further enemy encroachments.

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Truth : UN peacekeepers were not caught smuggling illegal voters into US!

The truth is – this is just another fake story created by Real Raw News, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : UN peacekeepers did not try to smuggle illegal voters into US

This is really silly, but it has to be said – UN peacekeepers did not try to smuggle illegal voters into the United States.

If that actually occurred, it would have been widely reported, and condemned by people on both sides of the political divide, and everyone in between. It would have also sparked criminal and Congressional investigations.

Yet, there has been no legitimate media coverage, not even an outraged Senator or two. That’s because it never happened – it was all made up.

Unsurprisingly, the Real Raw News article offered no evidence to back up its claim, just rambling nonsense.

Fact #2 : US Marines did not kill UN peacekeepers or illegal immigrants

It also has to be said that there is no report of US Marines killing UN peacekeepers, or illegal immigrants at the US-Mexico border near Nogales, Arizona.

If any US official fired their guns into Mexican territory, never mind actually killing people on Mexican soil, it would have been a diplomatic disaster. The Mexican government would have been outraged, and demanded that the US Marines be handed over to them to be charged for murder.

It would also have been widely reported, and condemned by people in the United States and Mexico. Yet none of that happened, because it was all made up.

Needless to say, the Real Raw News article provided no evidence to back up its claim, just rambling nonsense.

Fact #3 : US Marines cannot deploy within the US

It is really silly for anyone to claim that US Marines were sent to defend the border against UN peacekeepers and/or illegal immigrants.

The Posse Comitatus Act prevents federal military personnel from being deployed within the United States, except when expressly authorised by the Constitution, or an Act of Congress.

Generally, only the President of the United States can order the deployment of US federal military personnel and federalised National Guard troops within the United States using the Insurrection Act of 1807.

Even if President Joe Biden was so inclined to send US Marines to help defend the border, he wouldn’t have ordered them to arrest and/or shoot anyone attempting to enter the United States illegally.

Fact #4 : Non-citizens cannot vote in US federal elections

While the number of illegal immigrants trying to enter the United States has increased in the post-pandemic years, they do not pose any political threat, as it is illegal for non-citizens to vote in any US federal election since 1924.

In addition, non-citizens voting in US federal elections can be punished with fines and up to one year of imprisonment, and of course, deportation, since 1996. So it is not surprising to find that non-citizen voting in the US is very rare.

For example, research by the Brennan Center for Justice in 2017 looked at 42 jurisdictions in the 2016 election, and reported that of 23.5 million votes cast, election officials only found about 30 cases of potential non-citizen voting that they referred for prosecution or further investigation.

Fact #5 : Photo shows Nepalese peacekeepers in South Sudan

The photo used by the Real Raw News article does not show UN peacekeepers at the US-Mexico border in 2024.

That photo actually shows Nepalese peacekeepers who just arrived in Juba – the capital of South Sudan to support the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) on 2 April 2014 – more than 10 years ago!

Needless to say, those Nepalese peacekeepers were not in South Sudan to smuggle illegal voters into the US!

Fact #6 : Real Raw News is known for fake news

Real Raw News is a fake news website that capitalises on making shocking but fake stories to generate page views and money.

To protect himself from legal repercussions, the owner and writer, Michael Baxter (real name – Michael Tuffin), claims that his articles are “humour, parody, and satire“.

That disclaimer, which is not clearly mentioned in his articles, lets him keep creating fake news to go viral, and generate money.

A March 2018 screenshot of Michael Tuffin, who goes by the pseudonym Michael Baxter

His articles have been regularly debunked as fake news, so you should NEVER share anything from his website. Here are some of his fake stories that I debunked earlier:

Everything posted by Real Raw News should be regarded as FAKE NEWS, until proven otherwise.

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Did Cristiano Ronaldo just die suddenly in tragic car crash?!

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Did football legend Cristiano Ronaldo just die suddenly in a tragic car accident?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-08-26 : Added a fact check video and new updates.
Updated @ 2024-03-21 : Added new updates, including a new photo.
Originally posted @ 2023-04-18

Claim : Cristiano Ronaldo just died suddenly in tragic car crash!

People are claiming on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and social media that football legend Cristiano Ronaldo just died suddenly in a tragic car accident, with photos of the car accident and his funeral procession!

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He’s dead 🥶☠️ #ronaldo #football #fyp #foryou #soccer

Very Sad News 10 minutes ago! Cristiano Ronaldo Super star Food ball CR7 lost his life in a car accident in Portugal

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Truth : Cristiano Ronaldo did not die suddenly in tragic car crash!

This is yet another example of fake news created and propagated by people to generate income from page / video views and advertising, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Cristiano Ronaldo is still alive + well!

Cristiano Ronaldo (born Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro on 5 February 1985) is still very much alive and well, as of Monday, 26 August 2024!

Of course, you will want “proof of life”, don’t you? Well, Ronaldo posted a photo of himself on Monday, 26 August 2024, which showed him at the Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia, where the host nation’s “Team Falcons” won the $7 million prize money.

Obviously, Ronaldo is not only alive, he’s very healthy.

Fact #2 : No legitimate media outlet reported Ronaldo’s death

These social media posts, as well as YouTube and Facebook videos have been circulating for months now, but people don’t seem to notice that no legitimate media has reported on Cristiano Ronald’s death!

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the world’s best footballers and a mega celebrity. His death would have been covered extensively by the media across the globe!

Yet, no legitimate media outlet has reported that Cristiano Ronaldo died recently from any cause. Why should you believe no-name websites, or random YouTube / Facebook / TikTok videos?

There is also the inconvenient fact that there has been no massive outpouring of grief from his millions of fans.

Fact #3 : Viral car crash photo was from 2009

The viral photo of a badly damaged car is genuine, and shows a car in which Cristiano Ronaldo drove and crashed. However, that happened 15 years ago, when the Portuguese footballer was just 23 years old!

At 10:20 am on 8 January 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo crashed his Ferrari sports car into a roadside barrier in a tunnel on the A538 Wilmslow Road near the Manchester airport, on the way to train with the Manchester United team.

The car was badly damaged, with one of the front wheels sheared off and thrown over a hundred metres away. However, Cristiano Ronaldo was not injured, and got out of his car by himself, and later went on to train that morning.

Fact #4 : Cristiano Ronaldo accident and funeral photos are fake!

Because Cristiano Ronaldo never died in a car crash or a hospital, these fake news creator have to resort to using photos from other accidents or funerals.

For example, this photo does not show a screenshot of a news report about Cristiano Ronald’s tragic car accident, in which the other car fled the scene.

The fake news creator simply used a photo from a tragic accident in the Portuguese island of Madeira, where a tour bus swerved off a winding street and tumbled down a hill, killing at least 29 people and injuring dozens of other passengers.

To make it more convincing, the fake news creator added the LIVE and BREAKING NEWS chyrons to the image. Needless to say, Cristiano Ronaldo was not onboard the tour bus. He was never there, never mind injured or killed in that April 2019 tragedy.

In this example, the fake news creator merely added an inset photo of Cristiano Ronaldo with an arrow, a crying emoji and a LIVE chyron, to a photo of the funeral procession of IRA veteran Bobby Storey, which occurred on 30 June 2020.

If you take a closer look, you will see a bagpiper and Argos – a retailer operating in the United Kingdom and Ireland. You may also notice that everyone’s white! That’s because the photo was taken in Belfast, not Portugal!

Cristiano Ronaldo is Portuguese. Why on Earth would his funeral be held in Ireland?! And why would his family want a bagpiper at his funeral?!

Fact #5 : Ronaldo death hoax is driven by fake fact check too

This Cristiano Ronaldo death hoax is, ironically, just another fake fact check article by MediaMass Project, which keeps “updating” the dates in their fake fact check article:

News of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s death spread quickly earlier this week causing concern among fans across the world. However the March 2024 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Thankfully, the 39-year-old footballer is alive and well.

Rumors of the footballer’s alleged demise gained traction on Sunday after a ‘R.I.P. Cristiano Ronaldo’ Facebook page attracted nearly one million of ‘likes’. Those who read the ‘About’ page were given a believable account of the Portuguese footballer’s passing:

“At about 11 a.m. ET on Saturday (August 24, 2024), our beloved footballer Cristiano Ronaldo passed away. Cristiano Ronaldo was born on February 5, 1985 in Funchal. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page.

Hundreds of fans immediately started writing their messages of condolence on the Facebook page, expressing their sadness that the talented 39-year-old footballer was dead. And as usual, Twittersphere was frenzied over the death hoax.

Where as some trusting fans believed the post, others were immediately skeptical of the report, perhaps learning their lesson from the huge amount of fake death reports emerging about celebrities over recent months. Some pointed out that the news had not been carried on any major Portuguese network, indicating that it was a fake report, as the death of a footballer of Cristiano Ronaldo’s stature would be major news across networks.

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Their claim of a viral R.I.P. Cristiano Ronaldo Facebook page is false. There is no such Facebook page. It is their standard fake fact check spiel for fake celebrity deaths.

The statement from Cristiano Ronaldo’s unnamed rep confirming that he is not dead is exactly the same as statements from other reps of celebrities MediaMass claimed were victims of death hoaxes, like Angelina Jolie, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barry Gibb, Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Celine Dion, Clint Eastwood, Dolly Parton, Harrison Ford, Justine Bieber, Lionel Messi, Lucy Liu, Madonna, Melanie Laurent, Mike Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Simon Cowell, Slyvester Stallone, Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, and Tom Hanks.

Hidden in the description page for the MediaMass Project is a disclaimer that they are a “satire” website. That’s the usual “cover” for websites peddling fake news.

Regardless of their reasons, anything posted by MediaMass.net must be considered as fake news, until proven otherwise.

Fact #6 : This is just fake celebrity news

This is yet another example of fake celebrity news created to generate engagement, page views or money through advertising, just like these examples:

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Did WEF report confirm 6 billion people will die in 2025?!

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Did a WEF report confirm that 6 billion people will die in 2025?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : WEF report confirms 6 billion people will die in 2025!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claims that a WEF report confirms that 6 billion people will die in 2025!

Here is an excerpt of the (intentionally?) rambling and confusing article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

WEF Document Confirms 6 Billion Humans Will Die In 2025

A World Economic Forum report hiding in plain sight confirms that upwards of six billion people will die in 2025 – and according to reports from Davos, Klaus Schwab has confirmed the stated goal is on target to be achieved.

WEF co-founder Klaus Schwab was caught boasting in a loose-lipped moment with reporters that Agenda 2030 is a red herring or ruse to throw normies off the scent.

In reality, the situation is more urgent than that. 2025 is the year the elite are earmarking for massive worldwide population decline — and according to Schwab, the goal of reducing the population by more than 6 billion people is on track to be achieved.

A BBC journalist reported that she was summoned to Davos earlier this month for the regular meeting where Klaus Schwab briefs the mainstream media on which narratives to promote in order to advance the globalist agenda.

The journalist noted that it was her first time attending the monthly media meeting in Davos, though some of her colleagues have been participating for years.

She describes Klaus as being strangely emotional, almost as if he were intoxicated, laughing frequently and reminiscing in a sociopathic manner about the depopulation agenda, which he admitted has been intricately planned for decades.

Deagel predicted in 2020 that the UK would see its population decline by 77.1% by the year 2025. Deagel predicted in 2020 that the United States would see its population decline by 68.5% by the year 2025. While Germany was predicted to see its population decline by 65.1% by the year 2025. While also predicting a huge decline among other Western countries including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

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Truth : WEF did not issue any report that 6 billion people will die in 2025!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : WEF did publish any report that 6 billion people will die in 2025

Let me start by pointing out that the World Economic Forum (WEF) did not publish any report that claimed or suggested that 6 billion people would die in 2025.

If the WEF actually published such a report, it would have been covered widely and mocked or criticised. Yet, there has been no media coverage of such a WEF report, nor social media outrage. That’s because there was no such WEF report.

Unsurprisingly, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence of any WEF report that claimed or suggested that 6 billion people would die in 2025.

Instead, The People’s Voice article appears to be based on a 2020 forecast by the Deagel.com (archive) – a website that is not part of, or owned by, the WEF.

It is already said that this website is non-profit, built on spare time and we provide our information and services AS IS without further explanations and/or guarantees.

Fact #2 : BBC did not report on Klaus Schwab comments on Agenda 2030 and depopulation

I should also point out that the BBC did not publish any story about Klaus Schwab calling the UN Agenda 2030 “a red herring or ruse to throw norms off the scent“.

Neither did the BBC publish any story claiming or suggesting that Klaus Schwab said that “the goal of reducing the population by more than 6 billion is on track to be achieved“.

Needless to say, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence to back up its “fact checked” claims.

Fact #3 : Deagel forecast did not show 6 billion people will die in 2025

The Deagel forecast for 2025 (archive) did not show that 6 billion people will die in 2025.

For one thing – it only covered 183 out of 195 countries. But more importantly, the report actually predicted that the population in some countries will increase while falling in other countries.

India : population increases by 61.72 million
Pakistan : population increases by 13.95 million
Philippines : population increases by 12.77 million
Indonesia : population increases by 6.56 million
Egypt : population increases by 8.27 million

In addition, the Deagel report stated that its 2025 population predictions included migratory movements (from one country to another):

The countries forecast population numbers do reflect birth/deaths but also migratory movements. Many countries are going to increase their gross population due to immigration while their native population may shrink.

But ultimately, the Deagel forecast of the world’s population in 2025 did not show that 6 billion people would die in 2025. So it is really peculiar why anyone would suggest otherwise…

Fact #4 : More than US population would have to die every month

The premise isn’t even logical. There are currently only 8.2 billion people in the world right now. That means 3 out of every 4 people – 75% of the people in the world, must die in the next 16 months!

For 6 billion people to die by 2025, 375 million people – larger than the entire population of the United States, must die every month. That’s just over 12 million people per day – or roughly the population of Belgium.

Obviously, people are not dying like flies, so why would anyone claim or suggest that 6 billion people would die in 2025???

Fact #5 : World population continues to increase

As you can tell by now, six billion people are not going to die in 2025. Instead, the world’s population continues to grow year-on-year.

In fact, the world’s population is projected to keep increasing every year until hitting a peak of about 10.3 billion people in 2080.

Fact #6 : The People’s Voice Is Known For Fake News

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

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Did Lionel Messi die suddenly in a tragic car crash?!

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Did football legend Lionel Messi just die suddenly in a tragic car crash?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-08-17 : Updated with new information
Updated @ 2023-09-24 : Added video fact check and comparison!
Originally posted @ 2023-04-20

Claim : Lionel Messi died suddenly in a tragic car crash!

People are sharing TikTok and YouTube videos which claim that football legend Lionel Messi just died suddenly in a high-speed car accident, with photos of the tragic car crash!

detlokalehotel : Messi died in a car crash #messi #died #in #a #car #crash #rip #rip #ripmessi

#fyp #soccer #messi #dead rest in peace legend👑⚽️🕊️

LIONEL MESSI DIES IN UNBELIEVABLE CAR CRASH

Messi, Xavi and Christiano dead after car accident

#Rip Messie Messie❤️ respect for Messie ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️⚽️🥅
Messie the best of the world ❤️🇦🇷❤️❤️#Messie

INFO CHOC: Lionel Messi est décédé
SHOCK INFO: Lionel Messi has died

There is even an example in which people claim that Lionel Messi died after Ronaldo fans killed him outside his home:

gavixamp : #messi #death Today marks the 2 year death of footballer Lionel Messi after Ronaldo fans killed him outside his home

Truth : Lionel Messi did not die suddenly in a tragic car crash!

This is yet another example of fake news created and propagated by people to generate income from page / video views and advertising, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : No legitimate media reported Lionel Messi died

These social media posts, as well as YouTube and TikTok videos have been circulating for months now, but people don’t seem to notice that no legitimate media outlet has reported on Lionel Messi’s death!

Lionel Messi is one of the world’s best footballer and a mega celebrity. His death would have been covered extensively by the media across the globe! And his fans would have mourned his death on social media.

Yet, no legitimate media outlet has reported that Lionel Messi died recently from any cause, never mind a tragic car accident. Neither has there been any outpouring of grief from his millions of fans.

So why should you believe no-name websites, or random YouTube / TikTok videos???

Fact #2 : Lionel Messi is still alive and well!

Lionel Messi (born Lionel Andrés Messi on 24 June 1987) is still very much alive and well, as of Saturday, 17 August 2024. He did not die in a tragic car accident. Neither was he killed by Ronaldo fans outside his home.

Of course, you want proof of life, right? What you should be asking is the proof of death when you see social media claims that some celebrity or athlete has died. But I digress…

Well, Lionel Messi himself posted a photo with his family on 12 August 2024. As you can see, not only is he very much still alive, his family looks great!

Fact #3 : This car crash photo was from 2009

To convince you that Lionel Messi died (even though he’s still alive), fake news creators had to make use of unrelated car crashes.

In this example, the video claimed that Lionel Messi, Xavi, and Cristiano Ronaldo, died in this car accident.

The truth is – that is a photo of a Ferrari 599 that crashed in October 2009, on the Great Ocean Road in southern Victoria, Australia. The driver was a 64 year-old man called Carlo Vaccari.

Mr. Vaccari lost control while driving his Ferrari 599 at 80 km/h and ploughed into two motorcyclists travelling in the opposite direction. He was convicted of careless driving, but only fined $3000.

Fact #4 : This car accident photo was posted in 2014

It is unknown when this car accident happened, but this photo was posted by WreckedExotics.com on August 13, 2014.

Apparently, the driver lost control of his Ferrari 458 Italia while trying to overtake another car, and crashed into a trash bin. The driver left the scene of the accident, possibly under the influence of drugs / alcohol.

Even though this incident happened in Madrid, Spain, this photo is old and has nothing to do with Lionel Messi.

Fact #5 : This tragic car crash occurred In 2012

This photo does not show Lionel Messi’s fatal car crash. This accident actually occurred at around 9 PM on 1 September 2012, at the E42 highway near Francorchamps in Belgium.

The driver was a 63 year-old man from Saint-Ghislain, and was obviously not Lionel Messi.

Fact #6 : Lionel Messi death hoax is driven by fake fact check too

This Lionel Messi death hoax is, ironically, also fuelled by MediaMass Project, which keeps “updating” the dates in its fake fact check article:

News of footballer Lionel Messi’s death spread quickly earlier this week causing concern among fans across the world. However the January 2024 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Thankfully, the 37-year-old footballer is alive and well.

Rumors of the footballer’s alleged demise gained traction on Sunday after a ‘R.I.P. Lionel Messi’ Facebook page attracted nearly one million of ‘likes’. Those who read the ‘About’ page were given a believable account of the Argentine footballer’s passing:

“At about 11 a.m. ET on Thursday (August 15, 2024), our beloved footballer Lionel Messi passed away. Lionel Messi was born on June 24, 1987 in Rosario. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page.”

Hundreds of fans immediately started writing their messages of condolence on the Facebook page, expressing their sadness that the talented 36-year-old footballer was dead. And as usual, Twittersphere was frenzied over the death hoax.

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Their claim of a viral R.I.P. Lionel Messi Facebook page is false. There is no such Facebook page. It is their standard fake fact check spiel for fake celebrity deaths.

The statement from Lionel Messi’s unnamed rep confirming that he is not dead is exactly the same as statements from other celebrities whose reps MediaMass claimed were victims of death hoaxes, like Angelina Jolie, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barry Gibb, Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Celine Dion, Clint Eastwood, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dolly Parton, Harrison Ford, Justine Bieber, Lucy Liu, Madonna, Melanie Laurent, Mike Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Simon Cowell, Slyvester Stallone, Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, and Tom Hanks.

He joins the long list of celebrities who have been victimized by this hoax. He’s still alive and well, stop believing what you see on the Internet.

Hidden in the description page for the MediaMass Project is a disclaimer that they are a “satire” website. That’s the usual “cover” for websites peddling fake news.

Regardless of their reasons, anything posted by MediaMass.net must be considered as fake news, until proven otherwise.

Fact #7 : This is just fake celebrity news!

This is yet another example of fake celebrity news created to generate page views and money through advertising, just like these examples:

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Doctors with mRNA turbo cancer evidence killed in plane crash?!

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Were eight doctors with mRNA turbo cancer evidence suddenly killed in a plane crash?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Doctors with mRNA turbo cancer evidence killed in plane crash!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claims that eight doctors with mRNA turbo cancer evidence were suddenly killed in a plane crash!

Here is an excerpt of the long and (intentionally?) confusing article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

Doctors Killed in Plane Crash Vowed To Release Evidence Linking mRNA to Turbo Cancer

Eight cancer doctors who dedicated their lives to saving others and blowing the whistle on the devastating turbo cancer epidemic sweeping the world have been found dead.

The bodies of six world-leading oncologists and two resident medics were found on Friday in the wreckage of a plane that plunged from the sky in Brazil and exploded in a fireball, killing all 62 people on board.

The doctors were on their way to an international conference in Sao Paolo where they were set to present their findings that mRNA and the COVID-19 vaccines are responsible for the explosion of turbo cancers and autoimmune disease wreaking havoc around the world today.

Six leading oncologists and two resident medics were on their way to a blockbuster cancer conference in Sao Paulo when the twin-engine turboprop ATR 72-500 VoePass Airline flight plunged from the sky and crashed into a gated community.

The plane was at an altitude of 16,000 feet when it went into a “death spiral” and plummeted to the ground in fifty seconds.

Eyewitnesses who caught the crash on video said it appeared to stall before circling to the ground and bursting into flames at around 1.30pm local time

A total of 15 doctors were scheduled to take the doomed flight but miraculously seven had taken an earlier plane.

According to a colleague, the whistleblowing doctors were set to present evidence to the world that the public were misled about the nature of the mRNA COVID-19 injections.

The doctors on the doomed flight had concluded that governments and regulators must urgently recall the mRNA vaccines before even more harm is done.

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Truth : Doctors with mRNA turbo cancer evidence were not killed in plane crash!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Voepass Flight 2283 possibly crashed due to ice buildup

Let me start by pointing out that Flight 2283, which was operated by Voepass Linhas Aéreas, stalled and entered into a flat spin on 9 August 2024. After a rapid descent at around 13:22 local time, Flight 2283 crashed in Vinhedo, São Paulo, killing all 62 people onboard.

Both flight recorders from Flight 2283 were recovered, and the Brazilian Aeronautical Accidents Investigation and Prevention Center (CENIPA) is currently investigating the crash, together with the French Bureau of Enquiry and Analysis for Civil Aviation Safety (BEA), and the Canadian Transportation Safety Board (TSB).

The authorities have yet to determine the actual cause of the crash, so anyone who claims that the crash was intentional in any way, is likely lying to you.

In fact, aviation experts say that ice buildup could have been a factor, as four ATR 72 aircraft crashed due to icing problems in the past – American Eagle Flight 4184, TransAsia Airways Flight 791, Aero Caribbean Flight 883, and UTair Flight 120.

Fact #2 : Doctors were not presenting mRNA turbo cancer evidence

I should also point out that the doctors onboard Flight 2283 were not on their way to present any evidence about mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, or turbo cancer at the oncology conference.

According to the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM), the doctors were heading to the oncology conference as part of their CME (Continuing Medical Education) – getting updates on oncology, and learning from their colleagues.

Translated : The CFM also expressed its solidarity with the victims’ families, stating that they were seeking knowledge and updates, which is a common and necessary practice among members of the profession.

Needless to say – the doctors onboard Flight 2283 have never called for governments and regulators to “urgently recall the mRNA vaccines”.

Unsurprisingly, The People’s Voice article did not provide any evidence to back up its “fact checked” claim that the doctors were headed to the conference to “present their findings that mRNA and the COVID-19 vaccines are responsible for the explosion of turbo cancers and autoimmune disease wreaking havoc around the world today“.

Fact #3 : Turbo Cancer Does Not Exist

There is no such thing as “turbo cancer”, and after billions of doses have been administered worldwide in the past 3 years – there is still no evidence that any COVID-19 vaccine can cause cancer, or make cancer go “turbo”.

The US National Cancer Institute also clearly states that there is no evidence that any COVID-19 vaccines cause cancer, lead to recurrence, or lead to disease progression. It also pointedly stated that COVID-19 vaccines do not change your DNA.

Fact #4 : The People’s Voice Is Known For Fake News

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

Its articles have been regularly debunked as fake news, so you should never share anything from NewsPunch / The People’s Voice. Here are some of its fake stories that I fact checked earlier:

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Did Israel use WhatsApp to locate + kill Ismail Haniyeh?!

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Did Israel use WhatsApp to locate Ismail Haniyeh before killing him with a drone-fired missile?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Israel used WhatsApp to locate + kill Ismail Haniyeh

Some people are claiming or suggesting that Israel used WhatsApp to locate Ismail Haniyeh before killing him with a drone-fired missile!

Megatron : 🇮🇱🇮🇷 Israeli intelligence managed to identify Hamas politburo chief using WhatsApp messenger*

He was f**king using an app owned by Meta, which has a Jewish boss. Madness.

Lebanese journalist Elia Manier spoke about it. She explained that with the help of spy software embedded in the phone, the house where Hania was located was discovered, and then a rocket attack was launched from the drone.

S.L. Kanthan : Hamas leader was killed by WhatsApp 😳

Apparently, Mossad installed spyware on Ismail Haniyeh’s phone via a WhatsApp message.

The spyware sent his location to Israel, which used a drone to launch a missile.

LordBebo : 🇮🇱🇵🇸🇮🇷 Israeli intelligence tracked Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh via WhatsApp.

According to Lebanese journalist Elia Manier, Israeli intelligence installed spyware on Haniyeh’s phone via a WhatsApp message. The spyware made it possible to detect the exact location of the house where the Hamas leader was located and launch a missile strike on it from a drone.

Manier claims that the malware is identical to the Pegasus smartphone hacking virus, which is developed and sold under license by the Israeli company NSO Group. It allows you to access messages, photos, location data and even control the phone’s camera and microphone without the user’s knowledge.

Earlier, Israelis wrote that a rocket was fired at the apartment where the Hamas leader was sleeping.

SilencedSirs : 🚨⚡ Israeli intelligence tracked Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh through WhatsApp!

According to Lebanese journalist Elia Manier, Israeli intelligence installed spyware on Haniyeh’s phone via a WhatsApp message.

The spyware enabled them to pinpoint the exact location of the house where Haniyeh was staying and launch a missile strike on it from a drone.

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No evidence Israel used WhatsApp to locate + kill Ismail Haniyeh

This is yet another example of fake news circulating on social media, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Elia Manier does not exist

Many of these claims referred to female Lebanese journalist Elia Manier as the source. However, there is no Lebanese journalist called Elia Manier, male or female.

The truth is – it was Elijah J. Magnier – a Brussels-based war correspondent who made that claim. Magnier, as far as I can tell, isn’t Lebanese. Magnier is also male with he/him pronouns.

If these people cannot even get the name, gender, and nationality of their source correct, how trustworthy do you think they are???

Fact #2 : WhatsApp message to Ismail Haniyeh is fake

Some people are sharing a screenshot of a WhatsApp message which was purportedly used to install spyware in Ismail Haniyeh’s smartphone, which appears to be an iPhone.

While we have no idea whether Ismail Haniyeh actually uses an Apple iPhone – “evil” American product and all that, this WhatsApp screenshot is most definitely fake, because:

WhatsApp does not show the person’s profile photo in the chat. Instead, the video and call icons are on the upper right corner of the chat.
The back button does not have a Chats label. Depending on the version of WhatsApp being used, it is either empty, or shows the number of chats with unread messages (e.g. 34)
If the unknown sender was the Mossad trying to trick Ismail Haniyeh into opening the message, they would not likely message him in English, and so casually at that – “Hey what’s up, you arrived yet?“

On top of that, no one actually explained how they came by that screenshot. They certainly did not get it from Elijah Magnier, or the non-existent Elia Manier.

Did the Mossad published it publicly? Obviously, not. Did they obtain it from a Mossad insider? They didn’t say. Did they hack it from Ismail Haniyeh’s smartphone, which would have been blown to bits? That would be quite a feat…

What is certain is – that WhatsApp screenshot is fake, and the actual person who made the claim, Elijah Magnier, did not post it on his X account.

Fact #3 : Magnier never said Ismail Haniyeh was killed by a missile

On 31 July 2024, Elijah J. Magnier claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that Israel used WhatsApp to introduce spyware into Ismail Haniyeh’s smartphone, exposing his location.

#Israel’s Use of Spying Software to Target #Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh:

Israel reportedly planted sophisticated spyware through a WhatsApp message sent to Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. This software allowed Israeli intelligence to localize his exact position within his apartment. Subsequently, Haniyeh was assassinated following a conversation he had with his son, during which his location was pinpointed.

The spyware in question is believed to be similar to the notorious Pegasus software developed by the Israeli cyber-intelligence firm NSO Group. Pegasus has the capability to infiltrate smartphones, allowing the operator to access messages, photos, and location data, and even control the phone’s camera and microphone without the user’s knowledge.

Such advanced technology enables real-time surveillance and precise targeting, making it an invaluable tool for intelligence operations. The successful use of this spyware highlights the ongoing cyber warfare tactics employed in modern conflicts, showcasing how digital tools are increasingly pivotal in gathering intelligence and executing targeted strikes.

Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination underscores the effectiveness of these methods and the lengths to which state actors will go to neutralize perceived threats. This incident also raises significant concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of such powerful surveillance tools for illegal activities and assassinations.

As you can see, Magnier did not claim that Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated by a missile fired by a drone. So where are those people getting their information from, since their actual “source” never made that claim???

Fact #4 : Ismail Haniyeh was allegedly killed by a pre-planted bomb

In fact, The New York Times just published an investigation, in which five Middle Eastern officials confirmed that Ismail Haniyeh was killed by a bomb that was smuggled into the Tehran guesthouse where he stayed, approximately two months earlier.

The bomb was then remotely detonated once it was confirmed that Haniyeh was inside his room. That’s why the blast only killed Ismail Haniyeh and his bodyguard, who were staying in the same room, but did not kill people in the adjoining rooms. A missile would have caused far more catastrophic damage.

Two Iranian officials who were briefed on the attack, confirmed that the explosion took place inside Ismail Haniyeh’s room, and the initial investigation showed that the explosives were placed there sometime in advance.

Yet again, those who claimed that Ismail Haniyeh was killed by a missile or rocket fired by an Israeli drone never provided any evidence.

Fact #5 : Elijah Magnier did not provide any evidence / source

While Magnier’s allegations that a WhatsApp message was used to deliver spyware is plausible, he did not actually provide any evidence to back up those claims. In fact, he didn’t even mention his source(s), or whether he managed to verify their account.

Now, I’m not saying that he should name his sources, but at least he should mention them – two senior Iranian officials, or a Mossad hacker, for example, so we have an idea of how credible his sources might be. Or whether he was able to independently confirm their account from a different source.

Magnier may or may not prove to be right, but those viral messages claiming that a Lebanese journalist called Elia Manier confirmed that Ismail Haniyeh was killed by a missile fired by a drone after being located by spyware installed using a WhatsApp message are definitely fake news.

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Why COVID-19 vaccine autopsy paper got retracted again!

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Find out why the controversial autopsy paper which claims to show that 74% of deaths were due to the COVID-19 vaccine got retracted again!

COVID-19 Vaccine Autopsy Paper Got Retracted Again!

People are sharing a post (archive) on X (formerly Twitter) by the McCullough Foundation, which announced that its autopsy paper which claims to show that 74% of deaths were due to the COVID-19 vaccines is being retracted for the “second” time!

McCullough Foundation:

BREAKING – Elsevier and Forensic Science International to CENSOR and RETRACT our groundbreaking autopsy study, marking the second censorship attempt following its initial suppression on the LANCET preprint server.

This represents a flagrant violation of COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.

The Biopharmaceutical complex does not want people to know that COVID-19 vaccines cause death. Their heinous actions to hide the truth will greatly backfire.

To be retracted shortly

Why COVID-19 Vaccine Autopsy Paper Got Retracted Again!

I have earlier covered in detail why this controversial autopsy paper which claims to show that 74% of deaths were due to the COVID-19 vaccines got retracted again.

I highly encourage you to read both pieces, but in case you are short of time, here’s a quick summary why it was inevitable that this COVID-19 vaccine autopsy paper would get retracted by any reputable scientific journal.

This was a “revised” version of an earlier preprint paper, which was removed by The Lancet in July 2023, because the paper violated its screening criteria, and its conclusions were not supported.
The authors only went through other people’s papers on autopsies, and made personal judgements on what caused those deaths, based solely on what they read.
They only looked at vaccinated people, and excluded unvaccinated people, which introduces bias, and makes it impossible to determine if there is even a signal that those deaths were due to the COVID-19 vaccines.
They did not mention using any objective and standardised criteria for determining whether a death is caused by the COVID-19 vaccine.
When the same group of researchers posted a review of 28 autopsies that they determined were “likely caused by COVID-19 vaccination”, it was found that many of them had unrelated causes of death!
The mean age of death was 70.4 years, which meant that most of the people in this study were elderly. Is it any surprise that the elderly were dying from cardiovascular, haematological, or respiratory problems???

In short, there are so many problems with this paper that it is truly surprising it even passed peer review and was published in Forensic Science International.

While the study authors are claiming “censorship”, the retraction of a flawed study is not censorship. It is simply part of the scientific review process, albeit a belated correction.

You might have thought that FSI editors would be more wary after a preprint version of this paper with the same title from the same group of researchers got kicked out of Preprints with The Lancet.

While I’m glad this incredibly flawed paper is finally being retracted, I wished I could say it was better late than never. The truth is – this is like shutting the barn door after the horses have bolted.

The authors and anti-vaccine activists have already squeezed whatever publicity, prestige, page views, etc. they can get out of its publication. No one is going to do an apology tour after this paper gets retracted.

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Did 125-country study show vaccines killed 17 million people?!

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Did a new 125-country study show that COVID-19 vaccines killed 17 million people, while pandemic measures caused another 30.9 million deaths?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : 125-country study shows vaccines killed 17 million people!

People are sharing an article (archive) by Children’s Health Defense, which claims or suggests that a new 125-country study show that COVID-19 vaccines not only killed 17 million people, pandemic measures caused another 30.9 million deaths!

Here is an excerpt of the article, which is long and (intentionally?) confusing, so feel free to skip to the next part for the facts!

Vaccines Caused 17 Million Deaths During Pandemic Plus 4 More Takeaways From Largest Excess Mortality Study to Date

A years-long investigation by Canadian researchers into excess mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic found that patterns of excess death globally could not be explained by a pandemic respiratory virus. Here are the data and logic behind some of the key findings.

A major investigation by Canadian researchers into excess mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic found that patterns of excess death globally could not be explained by a pandemic respiratory virus, The Defender reported last week.

Instead, the authors concluded the major causes of death globally stemmed from the public health establishment’s response, including lockdowns, harmful medical interventions and the COVID-19 vaccines.

The study by researchers from the nonprofit Correlation Research in the Public Interest analyzed excess mortality in 125 countries — about 35% of the global population — during the COVID-19 pandemic, beginning with the March 11, 2020, World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic declaration and ending on May 5, 2023, when the WHO declared the pandemic over.

The investigation concluded that “nothing special would have occurred in terms of mortality had a pandemic not been declared and had the declaration not been acted upon.”

The 521-page analysis — by Denis Rancourt, Ph.D., former physics professor and lead scientist for 23 years at the University of Ottawa, Correlation’s president Joseph Hickey, Ph.D., and Christian Linard, Ph.D., from the University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières — was published July 19.

Five takeaways from largest pandemic excess mortality study to date

1. Vaccines caused approximately 17 million deaths and vaccine toxicity increased with age and number of doses.

2. Pandemic interventions led to about 30.9 million deaths globally and vaccines didn’t prevent any deaths.

3. Many deaths were linked to respiratory viruses that could have been treated, but treatment was withheld.

4. There was essentially no excess mortality before the WHO declared a pandemic.

5. An ‘elegant’ methodology for analyzing all-cause and excess mortality.

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Truth : 125-country study did not show vaccines killed 17 million people!

In this article, I will go through some of their points, and show you what the facts really are!

Fact #1 : It Appears To Be A “Refreshed” Self-Published Report

First, let’s start by pointing out that the paper in question (archive) is not a published scientific report. It is just another self-published report by Correlation Research in the Public Interest.

Also, the study does not appear to be new. Rather, it appears to be a “refreshed” version of their September 2023 report, which also claimed that COVID-19 vaccines killed 17 million people.

Fact #2 : It Has Not Been Peer-Reviewed

Like their previous report, there is no indication that this “refreshed” report has undergone even the basic peer review process.

In other words – subject matter experts have yet to inspect their data and findings, never mind verify and authenticate them. Interestingly, Children’s Health Defense failed to point this out in its very long article. Oops? Perhaps this should have been mentioned, no?

Fact #3 : There Was No Causal Link To Vaccines

The World Mortality Dataset is a big and critical tool for tracking all cause mortality for many countries around the world. However, it is ultimately just a database of all-cause mortality.

There is no way it can be used to demonstrate the causality of any particular cause of death. After all, it only tracks all-cause mortality! It doesn’t differentiate between death from a car accident or a fall, from death from COVID-19, or death from a vaccine injury.

So there is simply no way for anyone to use the World Mortality Dataset to determine the cause of any excess mortality. That would be like using data on all deaths from traffic accidents to claim that excess deaths were somehow caused by the use of electric vehicles. Doesn’t make sense? PRECISELY!

Perhaps that’s why the refreshed report is an insane 521 pages long – almost 3x longer than the previous report with its already crazy 180 pages. It’s like they were trying to mask their lack of conclusive data with nonsensical verbiage…

Fact #4 : World Mortality Dataset Study Identified COVID-19 As Cause

The two researchers who maintained the World Mortality Dataset (WMD) actually published a peer-reviewed study in the eLife journal, on 30 June 2021.

Unlike this “refreshed” Correlation Research report, this was an actual peer-reviewed study, published in a journal and the NIH National Library of Medicine. It was also written by the two people who knows the WMD database best – the very people maintaining and updating it!

Both Ariel Kaplinsky and Dmitry Kobak used their WMD data to look at the impact of COVID-19 on the all-cause mortality from 103 countries, and here was what they found:

We found that in several worst-affected countries (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Mexico) the excess mortality was above 50% of the expected annual mortality (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Mexico) or above 400 excess deaths per 100,000 population (Peru, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Serbia). At the same time, in several other countries (e.g. Australia and New Zealand) mortality during the pandemic was below the usual level, presumably due to social distancing measures decreasing the non-COVID infectious mortality

Summing up the excess mortality estimates across all countries in our dataset gives 4.0 million excess deaths. In contrast, summing up the official COVID-19 death counts gives 2.9 million deaths, corresponding to the global undercount ratio of 1.4.

In other words – many people were likely being killed by COVID-19 infections, which appear to be undercounted by some 40%.

To be clear – their data do not show COVID-19 vaccines causing those deaths, never mind 17 million deaths!

Fact #5 : Correlation Does Not Imply Causation

It is also important to point out that just because there is a spike in excess deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, it does not mean that the COVID-19 vaccines, or pandemic measures (like requiring face masks to be worn, or lockdowns) taken by various governments, were the cause.

For example, if you get pregnant after getting an mRNA vaccination, does it mean that the vaccine made you pregnant? Of course, not. It’s the same silly argument being made with the results of this South Korean study.

How can anyone establish any “causal relationship” between the spike in excess deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic and the mRNA vaccines based on these results? No one can, and that is why this ridiculously long report is just utter nonsense.

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Did Sylvester Stallone just die suddenly in hospital?!

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Did Sylvester Stallone just die suddenly in the hospital?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-07-27 : Added new updates, including new Facebook and MediaMass claims.
Originally posted @ 2023-04-12

Claim : Sylvester Stallone Just Died Suddenly In Hospital!

People are sharing a Facebook post (archive) claiming that Sylvester Stallone just died:

The supremely talented actor, the man who acted at his best in lots of films has gone!!! Sylvester Stallone known as John Rambo (19 46 -2024)
R. I. P Legend.
Your martial Arts remain in the Film Industry.
May your great soul be remembered for eternity.

People are also sharing YouTube and TikTok videos claiming to show Sylvester Stallone just died in a hospital, with titles like :

5 minutes ago / R.I.P Actor Sylvester Stallone Died on the way to the hospital / Goodbye

R.I.P. It’s With Our Deepest Regret to Report About Sudden Death Of Legend actor Sylvester Stallone.

With a heavy heart at the tearful farewell to Legendary actor Sylvester Stallone, goodbye Stallone.

Sylvester Stallone Just Die Suddenly In Hospital? Family announced sad news legend Sylvester Stallone

Heartbreaking Final Moments Of Legendary actor Sylvester Stallone – cause of death is hidden!

5 minutes ago / Died on the street / Sylvester Stallone

10 minutes ago/ We announce very sad news about Legendary actor Sylvester Stallone, Goodbye Stallone

Sylvester Stallone Passed Away A Few Minutes Ago At His Home / Funeral Held In Hollywood For 3 Days.

Sylvester Stallone Just died RIP FLY HIGH You will be missed 🕊🕊🕊 #rambo #rocky #rockybalboa

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Truth : Sylvester Stallone did not die suddenly anywhere!

This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS created and propagated by people to generate likes, engagement, page views, gain followers, or income from advertising, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Sylvester Stallone Is Still Alive + Well!

Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone (born Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone on July 6, 1946), is still very much alive and well, as of 26 January 2024.

For those who readily believe claims that Sylvester Stallone has died without even asking for evidence, here are some recent “proof of life”…

On Friday, 26 July 2024, Sylvester Stallone posted a video at the set of the second season of Tulsa King.

This group knows how to work hard. Times almost up on the set of Tulsa King Season 2. 🥊

As you can see, Sly Stallone is still very much alive and well, even regularly keeping in shape in his gym – weeks and months after these fake YouTube videos claimed that he died in a hospital, at home, or even on the street!

Fact #2 : No Legitimate Media Outlet Reported His Death

These YouTube videos have been circulating for months and years, but people don’t seem to notice that no legitimate media has reported his death.

Sylvester Stallone is a Hollywood icon, starring in the Rocky and Rambo movies, as well as more recently, The Expendables movies.

No legitimate media outlet reported that Sylvester Stallone was sick, much less died suddenly in a hospital!

If Sylvester Stallone did indeed die, the worldwide media would have reported on his death. Yet, no one but an unknown Facebook page, small YouTube and TikTok channels picked up on his tragic death? That’s because it never happened.

Fact #3 : The Photos Were Edited

The photos used in these videos were edited from real photos, with some celebrities added in to make it look genuine. In this example, the fake news creator added overly large heads of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis.

The actual photo is of the February 2019 funeral of Argentinian footballer, Emiliano Sala, who died in a plane crash off Alderney on 21 January 2019.

The photo was taken by Associated Press, and shows Nantes defender Nicolas Pallois and Emiliano Sala’s brother, Dario, helping to carry his coffin at his funeral on 19 February 2019.

Even when it comes to the really good photo-editing efforts, there are still some clues to show you that these were edited images.

In this example, you can see that Sylvester Stallone’s chin appeared to be cut out. More damning is pillow which had a Queensland Health logo on it.

Unless Sylvester Stallone happened to be filming in Queensland, Australia; there is no way he would end up being treated in its hospital!

Fact #4 : Sylvester Stallone Death Hoax Is Driven By Fake Fact Check Too

This Sylvester Stallone death hoax is, ironically, also being driven by a fact check article by the MediaMass Project.

News of actor Sylvester Stallone’s death spread quickly earlier this week causing concern among fans across the world. However the July 2024 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Thankfully, the actor best known for his roles in Rambo or Rocky is alive and well.

Rumors of the actor’s alleged demise gained traction on Saturday after a ‘R.I.P. Sylvester Stallone’ Facebook page attracted nearly one million of ‘likes’. Those who read the ‘About’ page were given a believable account of the American actor’s passing:

“At about 11 a.m. ET on Thursday (July 25, 2024), our beloved actor Sylvester Stallone passed away. Sylvester Stallone was born on July 6, 1946 in New York. He will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page.”

Hundreds of fans immediately started writing their messages of condolence on the Facebook page, expressing their sadness that the talented 78-year-old actor, director and producer was dead. And as usual, Twittersphere was frenzied over the death hoax.

Where as some trusting fans believed the post, others were immediately skeptical of the report, perhaps learning their lesson from the huge amount of fake death reports emerging about celebrities over recent months. Some pointed out that the news had not been carried on any major American network, indicating that it was a fake report, as the death of an actor of Sylvester Stallone’s stature would be major news across networks.

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Their claim of a viral R.I.P. Sylvester Stallone Facebook page is false. There is no such Facebook page. It is their standard fake fact check spiel for fake celebrity deaths.

The statement from Sylvester Stallone’s unnamed rep confirming that he is not dead is exactly the same as statements from other reps of celebrities MediaMass claimed were victims of death hoaxes, like Angelina Jolie, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barry Gibb, Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Celine Dion, Clint Eastwood, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dolly Parton, Harrison Ford, Justine Bieber, Lionel Messi, Lucy Liu, Madonna, Melanie Laurent, Mike Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Simon Cowell, Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, and Tom Hanks.

He joins the long list of celebrities who have been victimized by this hoax. He’s still alive and well, stop believing what you see on the Internet.

Hidden in the description page for the MediaMass Project is a disclaimer that they are a “satire” website. That’s the usual “cover” for websites peddling fake news.

Regardless of their reasons, anything posted by MediaMass.net must be considered as fake news, until proven otherwise.

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This is yet another example of fake celebrity news created to generate engagement, or gain followers, page views and/or money through advertising, just like these examples:

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Did magnetic field in lift cause e-bike battery to catch fire?!

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Can the magnetic field of a lift cause an e-bike battery to catch fire?! Take a look at the viral video, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Magnetic field in lift caused e-bike battery to catch fire!

People are sharing a video of a man who was burned to death when his e-bike battery caught fire, claiming that it was caused by the magnetic field generated when the lift doors closed!

On WhatsApp and LinkedIn : 🙏🙏🙏He took the e-bike battery into lift. When lift door closed electro-charge of the battery turn the hole lift into a magnetic field. 😪😪

Possible of the battery get damaged before. Becarefull not to carry large rechargeable batteries in lift.

On WhatsApp : 🙏🙏🙏Apek bawa e-bike battery masuk lift. Bila lift tutup electro-charge of the battery turn the whole lift into a magnetic battery. 😪😪

Translated : 🙏🙏🙏 Old man brought e-bike battery into the lift. When the lift doors closed the electro-charge of the battery turn the whole lift into a magnetic battery. 😪😪

Note : As the full video is gruesome and can be traumatising, I’m only posting shorter version of the video below, which is sufficient to convey what happened in the lift.

https://www.techarp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/China-e-bike-lithium-ion-battery-fire-lift-video-small.mp4?_=1

Truth : Lift / magnetic field did not cause e-bike battery to catch fire!

This is yet another example of fake news being propagated online, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Video Was Recorded In China In 2021

Let me start by pointing out that this video isn’t new, as some have suggested. The incident was recorded in Guangzhou, China, on Friday, 8 October 2021 (source).

In addition, the victim was a 28 year-old man whose surname was Chen. He was not an old or middle-aged man, as some netizens are claiming.

Chen was seriously burnt in that fire, and tragically died 28 days later after succumbing to his injuries.

Fact #2 : Lifts Do Not Generate Magnetic Fields

Now, I should point out that lifts or elevators do not generate massive magnetic fields, as suggested by the wild claims circulating on the Internet.

In fact, most lifts are constructed of conductive metals like steel, and act like a Faraday cage that block electromagnetic fields. That’s why your mobile phone signal is impaired, or gets cut off, whenever you enter a lift.

Fact #3 : Lithium Ion Batteries Do Not Generate Magnetic Fields

Like your mobile phone, or your electric vehicle, e-bikes use lithium ion batteries, which have high energy density. But regardless of the technology used, batteries do not have magnetic fields by themselves.

Batteries can be used to generate an electromagnetic field. You may recall learning how to create your own electromagnet in school, using nothing more than a coil of insulated wire around an iron nail.

However, an e-bike battery being carried into a lift won’t do that, because it’s not connected to anything. So it is simply impossible for the ebike’s lithium ion battery to “react” with the lift to create some kind of magnetic field.

If lithium ion batteries can “react” with lifts to create an electromagnetic field that triggers a fire or explosion, it would have happened to millions of people who bring their phones, laptops, tablets and other battery-powered devices into lifts every day, across the world!

Fact #4 : Lithium Ion Batteries Can Catch Fire

There is really no reason for people to invent stories about this tragic event. Lithium ion batteries can and do catch fire. While this is relatively rare, the risk is serious because lithium ion batteries are energy-dense and highly flammable.

That’s why airlines forbid passengers from checking in any device with lithium-ion batteries, and limit the capacity of power banks that you can bring onboard. In addition, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) forbids the lithium ion batteries from being transported as cargo on passenger aircraft.

Generally, lithium ion batteries are at risk of catching fire, if they were improperly manufactured, overcharged or charged using non-compliant equipment, exposed to extreme heat, physically abused, or short-circuited.

Fact #5 : It Appears To Be Battery Thermal Runaway

Some (unverified) reports claimed that Chen was charging the e-bike battery at home when it overheated, which was why he took it downstairs to cool down. That is plausible as he can be seen pressing the lowest button for the ground floor in the video.

In any case, prior reporting confirms that the video shows a thermal runaway of a lithium ion battery that tragically killed Chen, because it occurred in an enclosed space. It would have been quite a different outcome if the e-bike battery caught fire just a few seconds earlier.

If Chen was not in the elevator / lift at that time, he would have been able to escape death or serious injury by throwing the battery away from him, or simply running away from the burning battery.

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Is President Biden dead or hospitalised in critical condition?!

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Is President Joe Biden dead or in critical condition after being hospitalised?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : President Biden is dead or hospitalised in critical condition!

Some people are claiming or suggesting that President Joe Biden has been hospitalised, and is in critical condition, or may already be dead!

Global Press : BREAKING: A verified source has informed the Global Press team that Joe Biden is currently in hospice care and is unlikely to survive the night.

Winnie Schola : The Last time Joe Biden was spotted in public . Now we heard of Joe Biden Hospice Care Rumors Confirmed. In Critical Condition at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center – CNN

Sharky Waters NATION : Joe Biden was perfectly healthy until he had a horrible debate session vs Trump.

Then he got Covid. Then he said he’s not running for President again. Now he’s in hospice care.

Tell me the deep state isn’t the new mafia.

Brandyn’s Wisdom : Is Joe Biden even alive? Reports say he was airlifted five days ago to Johns Hopkins, and now that he is in hospice and possibly his death bed… the real question is HOW LONG HAS HE BEEN DEAD?

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Truth : President Biden is not dead or hospitalised!

This is yet another example of fake news about President Joe Biden, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : President Joe Biden Was Not Hospitalised

The rumours of President Biden being hospitalised started when he was diagnosed with COVID-19, forcing him to cut his Southern Nevada trip short.

Far right commentators like Charlie Kirk and Tucker Carlson soon claimed or suggested that President Biden was being hospitalised, and could possibly be dead.

A source near the Las Vegas Metro Police said there was an emergency situation in which Joe Biden was involved and the roads were closed to transport POTUS to the University Medical. Then there was mysteriously a military service order and the secret service said they would evacuate POTUS to Johns Hopkins. The rumor in the police department was that Joe Biden is dying or already dead.

The truth is the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department was notified that President Joe Biden was sick on July 17, and proactively shut down roads leading to the University Medical Center hospital. But then the Secret Service informed LVMPED that President Biden would leave Las Vegas instead.

President Biden was then seen boarding Air Force One at the Harry Reid International Airport, and getting off the plane in Delaware. He then isolated himself in his Rehoboth Beach vacation home. At no point during that time was Joe Biden hospitalised.

Fact #2 : President Biden’s Doctor Publicly Announced His Condition

President Joe Biden was treated at his Rehoboth Beach home by his doctor, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, who treated him with Paxlovid.

Dr. O’Connor announced that Biden’s pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate and temperature were normal, and he has “excellent” oxygen saturation and his lungs remained clear. He also shared that President Biden never developed a fever during his COVID-19 infection.

Updates on President Biden’s health was regularly reported by the mainstream media, and political websites, so it is odd to see people claiming that he was hospitalised and might already be dead!

Fact #3 : President Biden Announced He Would Speak Publicly On July 24

On July 23, President Joe Biden announced that he would be addressing the nation from the Oval Office the next day.

Tomorrow evening at 8 PM ET, I will address the nation from the Oval Office on what lies ahead, and how I will finish the job for the American people.

That would be quite impossible to do if President Biden was hospitalised in critical condition… or dead, as some have suggested.

Fact #4 : President Biden Was Seen Flying Back To White House

On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, President Joe Biden tested negative for COVID-19. He then left isolation to return to the White House.

He was seen publicly boarding Air Force One at Dover Air Force Base for the return trip to the White House (in this video), and then disembarking from Andrews Air Force Base.

While he didn’t answer the shouted questions from the reporters, at least in this video clip, you can see that President Biden looks quite spry… and is most definitely not dead, or dying.

https://www.techarp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Biden-appears-for-first-time-after-COVID-19-infection-July-2024.mp4?_=2

Fact #5 : CNN News Screenshot Is Fake

Some people are also sharing a screenshot of a CNN news report with the title “BREAKING: Joe Biden Hospital Rumors Confirmed. In Critical Condition at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center“.

There is no such CNN news report. It was completely fabricated by Matthew Sabia as satire, likely a poke at the baseless rumours circulating on social media. In fact, the screenshot has a disclaimer pointing out that:

Other sources such as @MatthewSabia on Twitter who created this screenshot claim you idiots will believe anything, so reports are conflicting…

Obviously, anyone who bothers to check CNN would have discovered this, but as Matthew pointed out – many people are idiots who will believe anything.

Fact #6 : Viral Photos Were AI Generated

It may seem silly but this has to be said – the viral photos of President Joe Biden lying on a hospital bed are also fake, and appear to be AI-generated.

There are obviously no photos of President Biden lying on a hospital bed, because he was not hospitalised after his COVID-19 diagnosis.

And even if he was hospitalised, he wouldn’t be wearing a shirt, with what appears to be a singlet underneath.

Fact #7 : This Is Just Fake News About Joe Biden

This is ultimately just another example of fake news created about Joe Biden, like these other examples:

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Is Canada offering to euthanise its young white males?!

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Is Canada offering to euthanise its young white males to combat growing ideological extremism?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Canada Is Offering To Euthanise Its Young White Males!

Some people are sharing a screenshot of an article, as evidence that Canada is offering to euthanise its young white males to combat growing ideological extremism!

Ian Miles Cheong : Canada wants to get rid of its young white male population on the grounds that they’re becoming extremists. If you’re psychologically inclined to be upset about the state of things, they’ll put you on the path to taking your own life (with the help of the state). Incredible.

RAW EGG NATIONALIST : No matter how many times you read this headline, it doesn’t become any less crazy than the first time you read it.

Clare Kuehn : #Canada #MAID #suicide #promot for #white #men

The article, which was allegedly written by Christian Paas-Lang and posted on CBC News on May 27, 2024, appears to show that Canadian mental health specialists are arguing for angry young men to be allowed to be euthanised:

“Too many angry young men with no prospects’, say top Canadian psychiatrists leading push to expand MAID access as means of combating growing ideological extremism

These mental health specialists argue many young men prone to extremism would likely opt for MAID over engaging in acts of terror if the option was available to them.

Christian Paas-Lang – CBC News – Posted: May 27, 2024 5:03 PM CST | Last Updated: May 29, 2024

Truth : Canada Is Not Offering To Euthanise Its Young White Males!

This is yet another example of fake news about euthanasia in Canada, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Canada Is Not Offering To Euthanise Young White Males

Let me start by simply pointing out that Canada is not offering to euthanise young white males who are prone to acts of terrorism.

There are no mental health specialists that are arguing that young men who are prone to extremism would “likely opt” for MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying), instead of engaging in acts of terrorism.

If Canada is actually proposing or even offering to euthanise young men for any reason, it would have been reported widely by the mainstream media, and widely criticised. Yet, none of that happened, because it was all made up.

Unsurprisingly, people who shared the viral screenshot did not offer any evidence to support those claims.

Fact #2 : CBC Article Screenshot Is Fake

What’s worse – the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) article screenshot appears to be fake, and digitally altered to show a completely different story. Why would anyone do that???

The CBC did not post such an article by Christian Paas-Lang on 28 May 2024, in which it claimed that top Canadian psychiatrists are pushing to offer Medical Assistance In Dying (MAID) to “angry young men”.

In fact, the real article was originally published on 17 December 2023, and it was about a spike in youths arrested on terror-related charges in Canada.

Fact #3 : Lady In Photo Isn’t A Psychiatrist

In addition, the lady in the photo isn’t a psychiatrist, as the edited screenshot makes it appear.

She is Sarah Beutel, the interim CEO of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa, as the screenshot (right) of the original CBC News article shows.

Sarah Beutel also did not call for young men to be offered euthanasia. Rather, she said that the arrest of a youth in Ottawa on terror charges shows a link between hateful speech and possible acts of violence.

Fact #4 : This Is No Such Article By Christian Paas-Lang

A quick check on articles by Christian Paas-Lang on CBC News, also confirmed that he wrote no such article about Canadian psychiatrists pushing to offer euthanasia to angry young men in Canada.

Fact #5 : Fake Screenshot Originated In 4chan

The fake CBC News screenshot appears to have originated in the anonymous message board 4chan, which is notorious for bizarre, and outright false, posts like that.

Just days ago, an anonymous person on 4chan falsely claimed that he was a Secret Service counter-sniper called Jonathan Willis, who was blocked from taking out the gunman who tried to assassinate Donald Trump

Fact #6 : This Is Just More Fake News About Euthanasia

Ultimately, this is just another example of fake news about euthanasia, or the Medical Assistance In Dying (MAID) option in Canada. Here are other examples I fact checked earlier:

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Did rival drug lords poison Grand Hyatt Erawan murder victims?!

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Were the Grand Hyatt Erawan murder victims poisoned by rival drug lords?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-07-20 : Added new details, and photos
Originally posted @ 2024-07-19

Claim : Rival Drug Lords Poisoned Grand Hyatt Erawan Victims!

People are sharing an “article” on WhatsApp, which claims that the Grand Hyatt Erawan murder victims were rival drug lords!

It is really long, so feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

Interesting insights into the Bangkok tragedy.

DRUGS!

The Hidden World of Bangkok’s Drug Lords: A Riveting Tale of Poison and Power

In an unexpected twist that reads like a gripping crime thriller, the recent tragic deaths of six individuals at Bangkok’s Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel have unveiled a hidden underworld of drug cartels and ruthless rivalries. Contrary to initial reports of a shooting, it has now been confirmed that these six individuals, all of whom were either Vietnamese Americans or Vietnamese nationals, fell victim to a sophisticated poisoning orchestrated by their rivals.

The victims, three men and three women, were discovered by hotel staff in their opulent suite, leading to a swift and intense police investigation. As details emerged, a shocking narrative of deceit and power struggles within the international drug trade began to unfold.

### The Victims: High-Profile Figures in the Drug Trade

The deceased were not ordinary tourists but prominent figures in a vast drug syndicate operating across Southeast Asia and beyond. Among them was Minh Nguyen, a notorious Vietnamese American who had long evaded law enforcement. Known for his ruthless tactics and immense wealth, Minh was rumored to be the brains behind one of the most sophisticated drug trafficking operations in the region.

Accompanying Minh were his close associates and enforcers, including his trusted lieutenant, Linh Tran, and his financial mastermind, Bao Le. The women, Ha Pham, Mai Vu, and Lan Huynh, played crucial roles in the syndicate, managing logistics, money laundering, and communications.

### The Rivals: A Calculated Strike

Preliminary investigations suggest that this mass poisoning was a meticulously planned attack by a rival cartel, seeking to dismantle Minh’s empire and seize control of the lucrative drug routes. Sources indicate that a deadly toxin was discreetly introduced into their food or drinks during a seemingly innocuous business dinner.

The rival cartel, led by the enigmatic and elusive figure known only as “The Serpent,” has been vying for dominance in the drug trade for years. This calculated strike at the Grand Hyatt Erawan appears to be The Serpent’s most audacious move yet, signaling a new era of brutal power struggles in the criminal underworld.

### The Tour Guide: A Crucial Witness

Amid the chaos and tragedy, a sole survivor has emerged as a key figure in unraveling the mystery. An unsuspecting tour guide, hired to provide the group with local insights, miraculously escaped the poisoning. Now under protective custody, the tour guide has become an invaluable witness, offering crucial information about the group’s movements and interactions leading up to the fatal evening.

The tour guide’s testimony has shed light on the intricate web of deceit and betrayal that characterized the final hours of Minh and his associates. According to his account, the group seemed tense and on edge, frequently looking over their shoulders and speaking in hushed tones. His observations have provided investigators with critical clues about the possible involvement of hotel staff and other external collaborators in the poisoning plot.

### The Aftermath: Chaos and Retaliation

The brazen attack has sent shockwaves through the drug trafficking networks in Southeast Asia. In the wake of the deaths, Minh’s syndicate has been thrown into disarray, with rival factions scrambling for control. Violence has erupted in several key territories as former allies turn on each other, and law enforcement agencies are bracing for an unprecedented wave of criminal activity.

Thai authorities, in collaboration with international law enforcement, are now on high alert, launching a massive manhunt for The Serpent and his operatives. The poisoning has not only exposed the extent of criminal infiltration into high society but also highlighted the dangerous lengths to which these cartels will go to maintain their dominance.

Bangkok, a city known for its vibrant nightlife and bustling streets, is now shrouded in a sense of unease. The Grand Hyatt Erawan, once a symbol of luxury and elegance, has become a stark reminder of the dark forces lurking beneath the surface. As police intensify their investigation, the city’s residents and tourists are left wondering how deep the criminal connections run and what the future holds for the once peaceful metropolis.

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Truth : Rival Drug Lords Did Not Poison Grand Hyatt Erawan Victims!

This is yet another example of fake news circulating on WhatsApp, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Grand Hyatt Erawan Victims Have Different Names

Let me start by pointing out that six victims who died in the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Bangkok, have completely different names from what was mentioned in the viral WhatsApp article.

The article claimed that these were the victims – Minh Nguyen, Linh Tran, Bao Le, Ha Pham, Mai Vu, and Lan Huynh.

The Thai authorities have officially identified the victims as Sherine Chong, Thi Nguyen Phuong, Thi Nguyen Phuong Lan, Dinh Tran Phi, Hong Pham Thanh, and Hung Dang Van.

As you can see, the viral WhatsApp article didn’t even get a single name correct!

Fact #2 : There Is No Drug Lord Called Minh Nguyen

There is no also Vietnamese American drug lord called Minh Nguyen operating in the Southeast Asian region, with a trusted lieutenant called Linh Tran, and a financial mastermind called Bao Le.

The only Vietnamese American called Minh Nguyen who was involved in the drug trade was a small-time dealer who was arrested in September 2006 for distributing Ecstasy, and sentenced to 21 months in prison.

Fact #3 : There Is No Drug Lord Called The Serpent

Unsurprisingly, there is also no drug lord operating in Southeast Asia called The Serpent.

Fact #4 : Thai Police Called It Murder-Suicide

Thai police investigating the case believe that it was a murder-suicide committed by one of the victims – Sherine Chong, who laced cups of tea with cyanide. Tests confirmed the presence of cyanide in a tea flask and six tea cups, as well as the bodies of the six victims.

The group ordered food and English tea to be delivered to their room on the 5th floor of the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel. When the hotel staff arrived with the food, only Sherine Chong was present. They offered to brew and serve the tea, but Chong allegedly declined and said that she would take care of it.

Shortly after that, CCTV footage showed all six members of the group gathering outside the room, and then entering. That would be the last time they were seen alive. According to Noppasin Poonsawat, the deputy commander of the Metropolitan Police Bureau:

It all started after 13:57 [on Monday], after the hotel staff brought six teacups, a milk pot and two flasks into the room. We found cyanide on the six cups. According to CCTV, there was no one else – apart from the six members of the group – going inside the room, and none of them were seen coming out, after 14:17.

After the group of six people entered the room, no other visitors were seen entering the room, and no one was observed leaving either. The door remained locked.

The six victims were only found dead the next day, on late Tuesday afternoon, when they were found by the housekeeping staff after they were late to check out.

The plates of food they ordered appeared to be untouched, and still sealed in cling wrap film. Only the tea appeared to have been consumed.

The police ruled out a mass suicide, as some of the victims made future arrangements for their trip, and they were not grouped together when they died. Four bodies were in the living room, two were in the bedroom, with two of the victims appearing to be reaching for the door but collapsed before they could.

Fact #5 : Murder-Suicide Related To Investment Debt Dispute

Police interviews with relatives of the deceased indicated that the murder-suicide is likely due to disputes over an investment project in Japan.

As Major General Theeradet Thumsuthee, head of the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Bureau’s investigation unit, explained:

The case likely stems from debt issues. There is no other possibility. The perpetrator is among the six deceased because they were the only ones who entered the room. There was no one else.

Investigators said that the deceased were a mix of borrowers, lenders, and guarantors. Vietnamese nationals Thi Nguyen Phuong, 46, and her husband, Hong Pham Thanh, 49, apparently invested about 10 million Thai bahts ($278,000/£214,000) with Sherine Chong and a Vietnamese woman to build a hospital in Japan.

When that project did not progress, the investors filed a lawsuit. The six individuals were scheduled to meet in court in two weeks, but Sherine Chong invited them to negotiate before the court date. Initially, they planned to meet in Japan, but later decided to meet in Bangkok instead due to visa issues.

Fact #6 : They Were Not Involved In Drugs

There is also no evidence that the deceased were involved in the trafficking or sale of narcotics.

Husband and wife Hong Pham Thanh and Thi Nguyen Phuong, for example, ran a construction company in Vietnam.

Meanwhile, Dinh Tran Phi is a famous Vietnamese make-up artist who goes by the name Phua Gia Gia, and has been in the beauty industry for almost 20 years. He appeared to be in Bangkok working for Sherine Chong.

Finally, Thi Nguyen Phuong Lan was apparently asked by Sherine Chong to act as a intermediary in the negotiations over the investment.

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Did Secret Service block sniper from shooting Trump assassin?!

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Was a Secret Service sniper blocked from shooting the assassin before he could shoot at Donald Trump?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2024-07-16 : Added confirmation by the Secret Service, and other updates
Originally posted @ 2024-07-15

Claim : Secret Service Blocked Sniper From Shooting Trump Assassin!

Some people are claiming or suggesting that the Secret Service blocked one of their snipers from shooting the assassin, Thomas Mathew Crooks, before he could shoot at Donald Trump!

Giordano Bruno : Jonathan Willis, the officer in the famous photo of the two snipers on the roof at Trump’s rally, has informed the public that he had the assassin in his sights for at least 3 minutes, but the head of the Secret Service refused to give the order to take out the perpetrator. They prevented him from stopping the assassin before he took shots at President Trump and killed a spectator and wounded 2 others 😡😠😡

luluHru : Head of Secret Service refused to let the sniper take the shot! This is all on the SS!

Jeckov Kanani : BREAKING: Jonathan Willis, the officer in the famous photo of the two snipers on the roof at Trump’s rally, has informed the public that he had the assassin in his sights for at least 3 minutes, but the head of the Secret Service refused to give the order to take out the perpetrator. 😱

They prevented him from stopping the assassin before he took shots at President Trump.😳

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No Evidence Secret Service Blocked Sniper From Shooting Trump Assassin!

This is yet another example of fake news surrounding the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Post Was Made Anonymously On 4Chan

Let me start by pointing out that the viral claim was made anonymously on the anonymous message board 4chan. The person who posted it claimed to be a Secret Service counter-sniper called Jonathan Willis.

My name is Jonathan Willis, I’m the officer in the famous photo of the two snipers on the roof at Trump’s rally. I came here to inform the public that I had the assassin in my sights for at least 3 minutes, but the head of the secret service refused to give the order to take out the perp. 100% the top brass prevented me from killing the assassin before he took the shots at president Trump.

I didn’t follow the orders though, as soon as the shooter opened on Trump I returned fire despite strict orders to not engage. I had eyes on the shooter for three minutes watching him fiddle with his rifle and adjust the scope, it was obvious he was a shooter yet I wasn’t allowed to engage. After I killed the shooter I was arrested, questioned by the FBI, and just released an hour ago. Already lost my job for not following orders, but I’m glad I took the shots anyway.

However, anyone can post anything on 4chan, and people often make bizarre and outright false claims on that anonymous message board all the time.

There is simply no evidence that a Jonathan Willis actually works for the US Secret Service as a counter-sniper. There is also no evidence that he was the sniper seen in the viral photo, who shot and killed Thomas Matthew Crooks – the gunman who almost killed Donald Trump.

Fact #2 : Post Has Many Logical Problems

On top of that, the anonymous post has many logical and factual problems, if you read it carefully. For example:

Donald Trump is the former president, and would not be referred to as “President Trump”.
Secret Service snipers are not known as “officers”.
It is rather ridiculous to think that Secret Service agents would clearly identify themselves publicly, or speak out publicly, during an active investigation.
Secret Service counter-snipers have great leeway to eliminate threats, as there is often no time to “ask for permission” before taking out a potential assassin.
Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle was not on site, and could not have denied permission for the counter-sniper team to engage the shooter.
Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle actually praised the quick action of the counter-sniper team in “neutralizing the shooter”.
It would be quite impossible for this “Jonathan Willis” to observe Thomas Matthew Crooks fiddling with his rifle scope, because his rifle has no scope on it!
Even if the two counter-sniper teams had strict orders not to shoot anyone (which is ridiculous), that order would have been rendered moot after the gunman started shooting.
There is no reason for the FBI to arrest Jonathan Willis, or any of the Secret Service counter-snipers, for doing their jobs.
There is no reason for the Secret Service to fire Jonathan Willis, or any of the Secret Service counter-snipers, for doing their jobs.
It seems preposterous that the first thing a Secret Service sniper would do after being released by the FBI is to “bitch” about it on 4chan.

There are just so many red flags with those posts which suggest that it’s completely fabricated, and was not posted by an actual Secret Service employee, never mind the sniper who shot the would-be Trump assassin, Thomas Matthew Crooks.

Fact #3 : Jonathan Willis Does Not Work For Secret Service / Butler Police

The Associated Press investigated the claim, and found that “there is no agent or office by the name of Jonathan Willis working for the Secret Service or the Butler police“. In addition, it noted that there are no Internet records of such an officer.

Nate Herring, a spokesman for the Secret Service, also confirmed that no one by the name of Jonathan Willis is employed by the US Secret Service.

Fact #4 : Snipers Do Not Need Permission To Shoot

The spokesman for the Secret Service also said that its snipers are trained and instructed to act whenever they see a threat, and do not need to wait for instructions before they take a shot to neutralise a suspect.

Fact #5 : Secret Service Called Claims “False”

Finally, the Secret Service spokesman said that the claims made in the viral 4chan post were “false”.

Witnesses at the Butler rally spotted Thomas Matthew Crooks onto a nearby roof and alerted police officers. A local police officer climbed to the roof and saw Crooks, who pointed his rifle at the officer, forcing him to retreat down the ladder. Crooks then quickly turned and fired at Trump, which was when the Secret Service counter-sniper team shot him.

Fact #6 : This Is Just Fake News About Donald Trump

This is yet another example of fake news created about Donald Trump, like these other examples:

As campaigning for the 2024 US Presidential elections heats up, you can expect more fake news about Donald Trump to appear.

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Did Mike Heslin Die Suddenly From Vaccine Cardiac Arrest?!

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Did Mike Heslin just die suddenly from cardiac arrest caused by the COVID-19 vaccine?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Mike Heslin Died Suddenly From Vaccine Cardiac Arrest!

Right after news broke that Mike Heslin died suddenly at just 30 years of age, some people immediately claimed or suggested the actor died from cardiac arrest caused by the COVID-19 vaccine!

The People’s Voice : Fully Jabbed Hollywood Actor Mike Heslin Dies Suddenly – Doctors Baffled

2024~TRUMPS BLONDE~2024 : Another young man; actor Mike Heslin {age 30}, has “died suddenly” from a “unexpected cardiac event”. #StopTheClotShot

Wayne Root : Young people keep dropping dead suddenly. Dropping like flies. Wanna bet $1 million he had Covid jab and multiple boosters? Hollywood actor- no choice. I’m sure gay & liberal too. Trusted govt. Poor man.

SynCronus : Vax Kills: Actor Mike Heslin passed away earlier this week at the age of 30, after an ‘unexpected cardiac event’ and a ‘week long battle in the hospital.’ #vaxkills

Ames : ‘Lioness’ Star Mike Heslin Dies Suddenly Aged 30 From Cardiac Arrest, Doctors ‘Have No Explanation’..

I have no idea who this ghey actor is …but he ” died suddenly ” at age 30. A ghey actor? Yeah…he was vaxxed and had 37 boosters… I am sure. .

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No Evidence Mike Heslin Died Suddenly From Vaccine Cardiac Arrest!

It is now tradition for anti-vaccine activists to immediately blame all injuries or deaths on the COVID-19 vaccines. Here are the reasons why this is yet another example of fake news about the COVID-19 vaccines…

Fact #1 : Mike Heslin’s Official Cause Of Death Is Still Unknown

Let me start by pointing out that Mike Heslin’s official cause of death has not yet been revealed. Certainly, no one actually said that Mike Heslin died from cardiac arrest or a heart attack.

His husband, Scotty Dynamo (born Nicolas James Wilson) only announced on Instagram, that Heslin died from “an unexpected cardiac event after a week long battle in the hospital“.

While it is possible that Mike Heslin suffered from a sudden cardiac arrest, there has been no official confirmation from his husband, or family, about his actual cause of death. He could have died from other cardiac events like a heart attack, a congenital heart disease, arrhythmias like ventricular fibrillation, etc.

Fact #2 : No Evidence His Death Was Caused By COVID-19 Vaccines

Mike Heslin’s husband never said that COVID-19 vaccines caused his death. So why should we listen to random strangers on the Internet claiming otherwise???

Are they the doctors who treated him? His close family members who would be privy to his medical history, and official cause of death? No. So why should you listen to them?

More importantly – none of those making such claims have provided any evidence that Mike Heslin’s death was caused in any way by the COVID-19 vaccines.

Fact #3 : Mike Heslin Was Fully-Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Both Mike Heslin and his husband, Scotty Dynamo, were vaccinated against COVID-19. They posted a photo of themselves with their vaccination card on 5 April 2021.

However, that does not mean the COVID-19 vaccine caused his death. After all, many people who were injured or died suddenly were actually unvaccinated, like Kris Jordan, Aaron Carter, Kirstie Alley, Stephan Bonnar, Grayson Murray, Shane Macaulay, David Wayne Burleson, and Kaden Clymer.

Fact #4 : Many Young People Die Suddenly From Cardiac Arrest

What many people don’t realise is that many healthy young people are at risk of dying from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). On average, about 2,000 young people in the United States (less than 24 years old) die from sudden cardiac arrest every year, and many do not have previously-known heart disease.

That’s why many states in the United States enacted laws requiring automated external defibrillators (AED) to be made available in health clubs, gyms, schools, and other public places.

Fact #5 : Vaccine Side Effects Appear With Hours / Days

Even though Mike Heslin was fully-vaccinated against COVID-19, he would have received his doses more three years ago! He cannot possibly have suffered from a vaccine side effect, because they appear within hours or days, not years later.

The spike proteins produced by the COVID-19 vaccines also do not stick around for months. If these spike proteins are permanent (as antivaxxers claim), we would have lifelong immunity.

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Did President Joe Biden Just Die From Medical Emergency?!

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Did US President Joe Biden just die from a medical emergency aboard Air Force One?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : President Joe Biden Just Died From Medical Emergency!

Some people are claiming that US President Joe Biden just suffered a medical emergency aboard Air Force One, while others are claiming that he died!

Laura Loomer : Joe Biden is reportedly having a medical emergency on Air Force One right now. Press access has been removed.

Laura Loomer : Biden had a medical emergency on the plane today and his campaign is covering it up because he just lied to the Democrat governors at the White House and said he had a checkup and was fine.

Laura Loomer : After he had a medical emergency on Air Force One today, his events in Philadelphia were CANCELED. Before the cancellation, Secret Service reportedly reserved a room inside the ER Ahead of Biden’s visit to Pennsylvania.

Justin T Brown : BREAKING: President Joseph Robinette Biden, 46th President of the United States, has died. He was 81. Vice President Harris is expected to make a statement shortly.

Justin T Brown : Confirmed by New York Times

Lolo : BREAKING: Joe Biden has died

Monica Crowley : 🚨 BREAKING: Biden is reportedly having a medical emergency aboard Air Force One

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Truth : President Joe Biden Did Not Die From Medical Emergency!

This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS circulating online, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : President Biden Did Not Die From Medical Emergency

Let me start by pointing out that President Joe Biden did not die from a medical emergency aboard Air Force One. Neither did the New York Times confirm his death.

If Joe Biden really died, his death would have been reported to the US Congress, and publicly announced. It’s not like they can just keep quiet and replace him with a body double!

There would also have been extensive coverage globally. Yet, there has been no such announcement by the White House, and not even a peep from any legitimate media outlet – more than half a day after people started making these claims!

Unsurprisingly, the people making those claims did not provide any evidence President Biden suffered some kind of medical emergency, much less died from it.

When asked for the source of her claims, Laura Loomer said, “I’m a journalist. I don’t divulge my sources.”

Fact #2 : President Biden Walked Off Air Force One In Delaware

In any case, we know for sure President Joe Biden is alive and well, and did not suffer any life-threatening medical emergency, because there is actual video footage of him alive and well!

As the video below shows (courtesy of ALX), President Biden was seen disembarking from Air Force One in Wilmington, Delaware at around 7:30 PM, after a campaign event in Madison.

Despite his poor debate performance against Donald Trump, and claims that he has trouble walking, Biden appears to confidently strut down the stairs by himself, even pausing momentarily to point at someone.

When Biden arrived on the tarmac, he saluted an officer and took time to speak with him. He then answered a shouted question from a journalist who asked if he planned to watch “the interview tonight”.

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Fact #3 : White House Pool Did Not Report Death / Emergency

A White House Pool report written by Sophie Hills of The Christian Science Monitor confirmed the authenticity of the video above. It also showed that nothing untoward happened to President Joe Biden during that trip – he did not suffer any medical emergency, and he certainly did not die.

President Biden stepped onto the stairs down from AF1 at 7:34 and walked down, holding the railing. Part of the way down he stopped and pointed to something to his right.

He descended the stairs the rest of the way, and saluted, shook hands, and spoke with a greeter.

Pool shouted some questions. “Will you watch your interview Mr. President?” The president crouched slightly and jokingly looked at the pool, pretending to be ready to jump away. A reporter repeated the question and pool was too far away to hear what the president said, but it looked like he said “yes I will.”

The president got into an SUV and the motorcade is rolling from DANG at 7:38.

Fact #4 : White House Called Rumours “100% False”

Finally, the White House also confirmed that the rumours of President Joe Biden suffering a medical emergency on Air Force One were “100% false“.

White House says rumors about a medical emergency on Air Force One are “100% false.” Biden was seen coming off the plane without issues and arrived at his Delaware home at 7:50 pm

Will all those who made those baseless claims that Joe Biden suffered a medical emergency and/or died from one on Air Force One apologise now?

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Did German study find COVID vaccine caused excess deaths?!

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Did a new German study show that the COVID-19 vaccine has no beneficial effect, while massively increasing excess deaths?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : German Study Finds COVID Vaccine Caused Excess Deaths!

People are sharing a study (archive) by Kuhbandner and Reitzner, claiming that it shows that the COVID-19 vaccine has no beneficial effect, while massively increasing excess deaths!

Here is an excerpt of the article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

The People’s Voice : German Study Finds Covid Vaccine Has ‘No Beneficial Effects’ While Massively Increasing Excess Deaths

A bombshell new study from Germany has revealed that the Covid-19 mRNA vaccines have produced “no beneficial effects” at the community level, while finding that “the more vaccinations were administered in a federal state, the greater the increase in excess mortality.”

David Cartland : German Study Demonstrates that “COVID” Deaths were Exaggerated, Interventions were Ineffective and the “Vaccine” Caused More Harm than Benefit, Including Death.

Kim Dotcom : A study in Germany shows that the Covid-19 vaccines had “no beneficial effects” at the community level and “the more vaccinations were administered in a federal state, the greater the increase in excess mortality.”

Craig Kelly : 🔥🔥Breaking 🔥🔥

Just published bombshell study from Germany finds “vaccinations had no beneficial effects” and worse, “the more vaccinations were administered in a federal state, the greater the increase in excess mortality”.

The German data provides an important case study because there was a substantial variation in excess mortality across the different German states.

And if you were a fanatic that forced people to inject this stuff by imposing workplace mandates, I suggest you keep a toothbrush and clean set of underwear on standby at all times – because the walls are closing, it’s just a matter of time until you end up in jail.

Luther ‘Ćyrus’ : A bombshell new study from Germany has revealed that the Covid-19 mRNA vaccines have produced “no beneficial effects” at the community level, while finding that “the more vaccinations were administered in a federal state, the greater the increase in excess mortality.”

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Truth : German Study Did Not Show COVID Vaccine Caused Excess Deaths!

Let’s take a look at the controversial study of excess deaths in Germany, and find out why it does not show that the COVID vaccine was the cause!

Fact #1 : It’s A Preprint That Has Not Been Peer-Reviewed

Let me start by pointing out that paper by Kuhbandner and Reitzner is a preprint that has not even been peer-reviewed. While a lack of peer review does not necessarily mean the data or study is irrelevant, it does mean that we should take it with a pinch of salt, because it hasn’t even undergone basic review by another member of the scientific community.

Even peer review is just the first step in the scientific review process, as the people reviewing such papers are not infallible. The lack of a rigorous peer review is arguably why even peer-reviewed and published papers get retracted, like what happened in February and June this year at Cureus.

Fact #2 : 93% Of Excess Deaths Were Elderly People

It is true that there was a noticeable increase in excess deaths in Germany, during the COVID-19 pandemic years of 2020 to 2022. The ifo Institute issued a press release about this in January 2023.

The study attempts to show correlation between COVID-19 vaccination and excess deaths, by showing that excess deaths increased in 2022, even though reported COVID-19 deaths dropped in 2022.

What it did not show you was a breakdown in age. As the ifo Institute table below shows, 93% of the excess deaths were seen in the elderly – people who were 60 years and older. Those who were 80 years and older, in particular, suffered greatly.

In the 80+ age group alone, 116,000 more people died than expected; in the 60–79 age group, the figure was 51,000. In the large age group of 30–59, on the other hand, there were only 12,000 additional deaths, and only about 900 among those aged 0–29.

Obviously, there are many reasons why the elderly are dying at a higher than expected rate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief amongst them – COVID-19 infections, and their long-lasting effects in some cases.

Fact #3 : 30-59 Year-Old Excess Deaths Decreased In 2022

Interestingly, the data actually showed a 17.3% decrease in excess deaths for people who were 30 to 59 years in age, from 2021 to 2022. Does this mean the COVID-19 vaccines are protecting 30 to 59 year-old adults from death???

Of course, not. Just as it is silly to jump to such a conclusion based on nothing more than two numbers, it is similarly silly for anyone to conclude that the 2020-2023 increase in excess deaths in Germany were caused by the COVID-19 vaccine.

These excess deaths could have been caused by COVID-19 infections in 2020 and 2021, and other causes in 2022. In fact, the ifo Institute suggested that the summer heat waves and flu waves might account for these excess deaths.

The exact reasons for this are still unclear. The heat waves in the summer and the flu waves at the end of the year probably also played a role.

Fact #4 : Correlation Does Not Imply Causation

What appears clear is that the data does not show any strong correlation between excess deaths and COVID-19 vaccinations. After all – the surge in excess deaths began in 2020 – at least a year before widespread COVID-19 vaccinations occurred in Germany.

But even if there appears to be some kind of correlation between widespread COVID-19 vaccination by end of 2022 and higher excess deaths the same year, that does not mean the vaccines caused those deaths.

For example, if you get pregnant after getting the COVID-19 vaccine, does it mean that the vaccine made you pregnant? Of course, not. It’s the same silly argument being made with the excess deaths in Germany.

How can anyone establish any “causal relationship” between those excess deaths and the vaccine, when all this study has done is just analyse excess health statistics without knowing anything about the person’s vaccination status, prior health condition, or even cause of death???

Fact #5 : COVID-19 Vaccines Were Proven Safe + Effective

After over 3 years of post-marketing monitoring, and extensive safety and efficacy tests involving tens of thousands of volunteers, it is indisputable that the COVID-19 vaccines have proven to be largely safe and effective in preventing death and hospitalisation from SARS-CoV-2 virus infections.

In fact, widespread vaccination against COVID-19 is arguably the only reason why the world is able reopen completely, without COVID-19 patients overwhelming hospitals and ICUs as they did during the pandemic.

The reason why doctors and health authorities continue to STRONGLY advocate vaccination is because the vaccines have been PROVEN to protect the vast majority of people from getting COVID-19 in the first place. And even if you do get infected after vaccination, the vaccine will protect you against hospitalisation and death from COVID-19.

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Cureus retracts study linking COVID vaccines to cancer!

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Find out why the journal Cureus just retracted a controversial Japanese study which claimed to link COVID-19 vaccines to cancer!

Cureus Retracts Study Linking COVID Vaccines To Cancer!

Cureus just retracted a controversial Japanese study by Gibo M, Kojima S, Fujisawa A, et al. which claimed to link COVID-19 vaccines to cancer, a decision which drew outrage amongst the anti-vaccine community.

Some publications even suggested that Cureus made that decision after it was fact-checked by Facebook or Reuters.

Children’s Health Defense / Vigilant News :

Journal Retracts Peer-Reviewed Study Linking COVID Vaccines to Cancer After Reuters ‘Fact Checks’ It

Mortality for some cancers increased by as much as 9.7%, according to a study by Japanese researchers who analyzed government statistics to compare age-adjusted cancer mortality rates during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2022) with pre-pandemic rates.

The journal Cureus last week retracted a Japanese study that found statistically significant increases in cancer mortality following COVID-19 vaccination, especially after the third COVID-19 shot.

Slay News : Top Journal Removes Peer-Reviewed Study Linking Covid Shots to Cancer after Facebook ‘Fact Check’

An explosive peer-reviewed study was recently published in a prestigious medical journal which identifies a direct link between Covid mRNA shots and cancer.

As Slay News reported, the study, published in the Cureus journal, found that the risk of dying from cancer dramatically increased each time a patient received an mRNA injection.

Why Cureus Retracted Study Linking COVID Vaccines To Cancer!

Here is a quick primer on why Cureus retracted the controversial Japanese study linking COVID-19 vaccines to cancer, and what it means…

Fact #1 : Cureus Relies On Post-Publication Peer Review

Let me start by quickly pointing out that Cureus relies on post-publication peer review.

Even though this paper was marked as “peer-reviewed”, the peer review process at Cureus is “unusually fast“, and Cureus relies on “post-publication peer review“, as its Editor in Chief John R. Adler explained to Retraction Watch in 2015:

Yes, Cureus has an unusually fast review process, which is an important part of the journal’s philosophy. We believe that post publication peer review, a focus of our journal through commenting and our unique SIQ process, is potentially a more powerful way to discern truth.

In other words – the pre-publication peer review appears to be superficial, and Cureus relies on the scientific community to peer-review the papers after publication.

Therefore, “peer-reviewed” studies published in Cureus can and do get retracted after further review, like the infamous article “COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines: Lessons Learned from the Registrational Trials and Global Vaccination Campaign” by Mead et. al.

Even if the paper was properly peer-reviewed by a prestigious journal, that would only be the first step in the scientific review process, which would include replication and verification, as well as criticism by other members of the scientific community.

Fact #2 : Cureus Says Study’s Conclusions Are Invalid

After publishing the study on April 8, the Editors-in-Chief at Cureus initiated a comprehensive post-publication editorial review on June 12, after the scientific credibility of the article was severely criticised.

The Editors-in-Chief have been made aware of several concerns regarding the scientific credibility of this article. A comprehensive post-publication editorial review is being conducted to determine if any action is required.

Finally, on June 26, the Editors-in-Chief at Cureus determined that the data in the study did not show any correlation between mortality rates and vaccination status, which invalidated its conclusion. They then decided to retract the study:

The Editors-in-Chief have retracted this article. Upon post-publication review, it has been determined that the correlation between mortality rates and vaccination status cannot be proven with the data presented in this article. As this invalidates the conclusions of the article, the decision has been made to retract.

The authors disagree with this retraction.

This may seem like closing the stable doors after the horses have bolted, but at least the controversial article has finally been retracted. In hindsight, perhaps such studies should undergo a more stringent peer-review process before being allowed to be labelled as “peer-reviewed”, or published…

Fact #3 : Japanese Study Had So Many Problems

The Gibo et. al. study only performed statistical analysis of publicly-available data to look at whether there has been any increase in cancer deaths. While such studies may suggest a potential issue with the COVID-19 vaccines, they cannot prove any correlation, much less causation.

Back in April, I wrote a comprehensive look at that study, but here are the key points of why that Japanese study does not show a rise in cancer deaths in Japan and/or that they were caused by mRNA vaccines:

it did not even establish the COVID-19 vaccination status of people in the data!
Japan used a mix of COVID-19 vaccines, not just mRNA vaccines
the study lacked a control group of unvaccinated people, which invalidated its conclusion
cancer deaths have been rising for decades, as the chart below shows
Japan has an aging population, which could easily explain the increase in cancer rates and deaths
cancer has been the leading cause of death in Japan since 1981

The study did not even establish the vaccination status of people included in the data, never mind how many actually received the third dose! The authors actually admitted that at the end of their long paper:

Fact #4 : Turbo Cancer Does Not Exist

Finally, there is no such thing as “turbo cancer”, and after billions of doses have been administered worldwide in the past 3 years – there is still no evidence that any COVID-19 vaccine can cause cancer, or make cancer go “turbo”.

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Did Zhang Zhijie Drop Dead Mid-Game From Heart Attack?!

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Did fully-vaccinated Zhang Zhijie collapse and drop dead mid-game after suffering a fatal heart attack?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Zhang Zhijie Dropped Dead Mid-Game From Heart Attack!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claims that a fully-vaccinated 17 year-0ld Chinese badminton player called Zhang Zhijie just collapsed and dropped dead mid-game after suffering a fatal heart attack!

Here is an excerpt of the article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

Fully Jabbed 17-Year-Old Chinese Player Drops Dead Mid-Game

A fully jabbed 17-year-old Badminton star collapsed mid-game on Sunday and died after suffering a fatal heart attack.

Zhang Zhijie was playing against Kazuma Kawano of Japan at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships on Sunday when he collapsed and had several fatal seizures.

Badminton officials said medical teams treated Zhang on court and he was rushed by ambulance to a nearby hospital.

He was later taken to the Dr. Sardjito General Hospital, a main government hospital in Yogyakarta.

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Truth : Zhang Zhijie Did Not Die From Heart Attack!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Zhang Zhijie Died From Cardiac Arrest

Let me start by pointing out that Zhang Zhijie (also known as Zhang Zhi Jie) did not die suddenly from a fatal heart attack.

On Sunday, June 30, 2024, Zhang Zhi Jie was playing against Kazuma Kawano of Japan, in the Badminton Asia Junior Championships in Yogyakarta, Indonesia; when he suddenly collapsed and started convulsing on court.

Zhang was taken to the hospital, but by the time he arrived, he was no longer breathing, and no longer had a pulse. He was treated for about three hours, before being taken to a second hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 11:20 PM the same day.

Indonesia’s badminton association held a press conference on 1 July, in which spokesperson Broto Happy said that Zhang Zhi Jie died from a sudden cardiac arrest.

The conclusions of the examination and treatment of the victim from two hospitals show the same results, the victim experienced sudden cardiac arrest.

To be clear – two hospitals treated and examined Zhang Zhijie, and they both concluded that he died from a sudden cardiac arrest, not a heart attack.

Fact #2 : Unknown If Zhang Zhijie Was Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Due to the high vaccination rate in China, it is very likely that Zhang Zhijie was vaccinated against COVID-19. However, there isn’t any actual evidence that Zhang received the COVID-19 vaccine.

It is possible that Zhang Zhijie was unvaccinated against COVID-19, because the COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory in China.

Ironically, many people who were injured or died suddenly were actually unvaccinated, like Kris Jordan, Aaron Carter, Kirstie Alley, Stephan Bonnar, Grayson Murray, Shane Macaulay, David Wayne Burleson, and Kaden Clymer.

Until and unless he (or his family) reveals his COVID-19 vaccination status, anyone who tells you that Zhang Zhijie was vaccinated or otherwise, is likely lying to you. None of us know that.

Fact #3 : Zhang Zhijie Is Not Zhang Zhizhen

I should also point out that Zhang Zhijie is a 17 year-old Chinese badminton player. He is not Zhang Zhizhen (also known as Zhang Zhi Zhen), who is a 27 year-old Chinese tennis player.

The People’s Voice appears to have confused the two Chinese athletes, who play different sports and don’t even remotely look the same…

Instead of using a photo of Zhang Zhijie playing badminton, The People’s Voice article used a photo of Zhang Zhizhen playing tennis!

Even though their cover image cropped out the tennis ball, it is obvious that the man below (Zhang Zhizhen) is holding a tennis racquet, not a badminton racquet.

Fact #4 : The People’s Voice Is Known For Fake News

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

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Did Zhang Zhi Jie die suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine?!

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Did Chinese badminton player Zhang Zhi Jie die suddenly from a COVID-19 vaccine-induced cardiac arrest?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Zhang Zhi Jie Died Suddenly From COVID-19 Vaccine!

Right after news broke that Zhang Zhi Jie collapsed and died suddenly during the Badminton Asia Junior Championship, some people immediately claimed or suggested that the 17 year-old Chinese badminton player died suddenly from the COVID-19 vaccine!

DANY DEE (translated) : Vaccinated = deceased. Once again ! “Zhang Zhijie, a promising 17-year-old Chinese badminton player, dies after fainting and convulsing mid-match.”

Hello Dave (Excess Deaths) : 17-year-old Chinese player Zhang Zhijie has died suddenly after passing out on the court during an international badminton tournament in Indonesia, sports officials said on Monday. Zhang Zhijie fainted on Sunday night while facing Kazuma Kawano at the Asian youth tournament in Yogyakarta.

jay ihsan : get athletes to undergo d dimer test to rule out clotting caused by c19 jabs! Will china reveal zhang’s c19 jab status?

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Truth : Zhang Zhi Jie Did Not Die From COVID-19 Vaccine!

It’s now tradition for anti-vaccination activists to blame all athlete deaths or illnesses on the COVID-19 vaccine.

Here are the reasons why this is yet another example of FAKE NEWS created and propagated by anti-vaccine activists…

Fact #1 : Zhang Zhi Jie Died From Cardiac Arrest

Zhang Zhi Jie (also known as Zhang Zhijie) was a 17 year-old Chinese badminton player.

He was taken to the hospital, but by the time he arrived, he was no longer breathing, and no longer had a pulse. He was treated for about three hours, before being taken to a second hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 11:20 PM the same day.

Indonesia’s badminton association held a press conference on 1 July, in which spokesperson Broto Happy said that Zhang Zhi Jie died from a sudden cardiac arrest.

The conclusions of the examination and treatment of the victim from two hospitals show the same results, the victim experienced sudden cardiac arrest.

To be clear – two hospitals treated and examined Zhang Zhi Jie, and they both concluded that he died from a sudden cardiac arrest, not the COVID-19 vaccine.

None of those who claimed that Zhang Zhi Jie died from the COVID-19 vaccine provided any evidence to back up their claims.

Fact #2 : Badminton Rules Delayed Medical Assistance

The controversy over Zhang Zhi Jie’s tragic and unexpected death wasn’t about whether COVID-19 vaccines played a role (it doesn’t). It was why there appeared to be a delay in providing him with medical assistance.

Several seconds after Zhang Zhi Jie collapsed, a man can be seen gingerly making his way to help him, but stops and looks back as Zhang tries to lift his head up. The man then shouts and gestures for people to help Zhang.

It took some 40 seconds from the time Zhang collapsed to the arrival of the first responder. It was almost a full minute before he was placed on his back. PBSI later explained that the medical teams had to follow a rule where they needed the referee’s permission before entering the court.

That is in accordance with the regulations and standards of procedure that applies to every international badminton tournament.

Badminton Asia said that Zhang was taken to an ambulance within two minutes. However, the video footage shows him being taken off court a little over two minutes after he collapsed.

Fact #3 : Seizures Can Lead To Cardiac Arrest

It is important to note that Zhang Zhi Jie appears to suffer a seizure when he collapsed, because sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a major cause of death for people with epilepsy, or people suffering from seizures:

Among patients with epilepsy, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a major cause of death. It is commonly thought that SCA in epilepsy occurs after a seizure…

Fact #4 : COVID-19 Vaccines Do Not Cause Seizures

To be clear – COVID-19 vaccines do not cause seizures or epilepsy. There is no plausible or known pathogenesis for any vaccine to cause seizures.

Naturally, people claiming or suggesting that COVID-19 vaccines cause seizures, are unable to detail how it is possible, or provide any actual evidence. They want to convince us it’s true, but are too baffled to explain how, or show us any evidence.

In contrast, tens of billions of doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered worldwide, and extended monitoring over the last 3 years have shown that they do not cause seizures.

Fact #5 : Athletes Are At Higher Risk Of Cardiac Arrest

While athletes appears to be the epitome of healthy young people, many are at risk of dying from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).

In fact, studies show that sudden cardiac arrest is the leading medical cause of death in young athletes. On average, about 2,000 young people in the United States (less than 24 years old) die from sudden cardiac arrest every year, and many do not have previously-known heart disease.

That’s why many states in the United States enacted laws requiring automated external defibrillators (AED) to be made available in health clubs, gyms, schools, and other public places.

Fact #6 : Unknown If Zhang Zhi Jie Was Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Due to the high vaccination rate in China, it is very likely that Zhang Zhi Jie was vaccinated against COVID-19. However, there isn’t any actual evidence that Zhang received the COVID-19 vaccine.

It is possible that Zhang Zhi Jie was unvaccinated against COVID-19, because the COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory in China.

Until and unless he (or his family) reveals his COVID-19 vaccination status, anyone who tells you that Zhang Zhi Jie was vaccinated or otherwise, is likely lying to you. None of us know that.

Fact #7 : China Uses Completely Different Vaccines

I should also point out that China does not use much-maligned mRNA vaccines. Instead, they use their own vaccines based on older technologies, like the Sinovac CoronaVac, CanSino Convidecia, and Sinopharm BIBP vaccines.

Fact #8 : Vaccine Side Effects Appear Within Hours / Days

Even if Zhang Zhi Jie was fully-vaccinated against COVID-19, he would have received his doses more than three years ago!

He cannot possibly have suffered from a vaccine side effect, because they appear within hours or days, not months later.

Mild side effects like injection site pain, fever, muscle ache, headache, lethargy develop within minutes to hours of the vaccination.

Anaphylaxis develops within minutes, while other severe adverse reactions like myocarditis and VITT develop within days or weeks.

The spike proteins produced by the COVID-19 vaccines also do not stick around for months. If these spike proteins are permanent (as antivaxxers claim), we would have lifelong immunity.

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Did LAPD Say Matthew Perry Was Murdered By Friends?!

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Did the LAPD just say that Matthew Perry was murdered by friends because he was about to name and shame elite pedophiles in Hollywood?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : LAPD Said Matthew Perry Was Murdered By Friends!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claims that LAPD just said that Matthew Perry was murdered by friends because he was about to name and shame elite pedophiles in Hollywood!

Here is an excerpt of the long and (intentionally?) confusing article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

LAPD Bombshell: ‘Matthew Perry Was Murdered’

LAPD investigators say they believe Matthew Perry was murdered following revelations that the Friends star was about to name and shame elite pedophiles in Hollywood.

According to police insiders, Perry was intentionally given an overdose of drugs by multiple Hollywood friends. The insiders say that the U.S. Attorney’s Office is reviewing the case to decide on whether or not to press charges.

Last year, the 54-year-old actor was found dead in a bathtub. Perry was penning a tell-all book in the months before his death, the follow up to Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing, and the manuscript is said to delve deep into the hidden corners of the Hollywood entertainment industry, shedding light on the dark secrets of the elite.

An autopsy report released in December by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner revealed that the actor’s cause of death was listed as acute effects of ketamine.

Drowning, coronary artery disease, and buprenorphine, which is used to treat opioid use disorder, were also listed as contributing factors.

Perry was found dead under the water in his hot tub by an employee at his Los Angeles home in October.

While the public speculated that Perry might have taken illicit drugs, given his history of addiction and decades-long substance abuse, an initial toxicology test showed there was no fentanyl or meth in his system at the time of his death, which tracked with the actor’s claim that he had been sober the two and a half years leading up to his death.

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Truth : LAPD Did Not Say Matthew Perry Was Murdered By Friends!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : LAPD Did Not Say Matthew Perry Was Murdered

First, let me just point out that the LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) did not say that Matthew Perry was murdered.

If the LAPD actually said that, it would have shocked the world, and there would have been extensive media coverage over this celebrity murder. But none of that happened, because it was all made up.

Unsurprisingly, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence to back up its “fact checked” claims.

Fact #2 : Matthew Perry’s Death Was Ruled As Accident

Matthew Perry (born Matthew Langford Perry on August 19, 1969) was found unresponsive and under water in his hot tub on the afternoon of Saturday, 28 October 2023. Unfortunately, he had already died before first responders could arrive.

On Friday, 15 December 2023, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner revealed that Matthew Perry’s official cause of death was acute effects of ketamine, and his manner of death was ruled as an accident (drug and drowning related).

The toxicology report stated that Perry had such high levels of ketamine in his blood that it ultimately led to his death from “cardiovascular overstimulation” and “respiratory depression“. The postmortem report also listed other contributing factors to Matthew Perry’s death – drowning, coronary artery disease, and the effects of buprenorphine (which is used to treat opioid addiction).

Fact #3 : Police Only Investigating Source Of Ketamine

The truth is – the LAPD was only investigating the source of the ketamine that killed Matthew Perry.

Matthew Perry was reportedly receiving ketamine infusion therapy prior to his death for depression and anxiety. However, his last known treatment was 1.5 weeks prior to his death, and could not have been a contributing factor.

That’s why the LAPD had been been working with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. postal inspectors in an attempt to ascertain where the ketamine that killed Perry came from.

A law enforcement source told PEOPLE that its investigation into Matthew Perry’s death was “nearing its conclusion” and that the police believe “multiple people” should be charged. However, this was only in reference to the people who supplied ketamine to Matthew Perry.

The law enforcement source never once mentioned that Matthew Perry was murdered. It also never identified his friends as those who killed him. Neither did the source claim that Matthew Perry was killed because he was about to “name and shame elite pedophiles in Hollywood”. All that appears to be made up out of thin air!

Fact #4 : The People’s Voice Is Known For Fake News

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

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Did Jodie Devos Die Suddenly From Vaccine Turbo Cancer?!

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Did opera singer Jodie Devos die suddenly from turbo cancer caused by the COVID-19 vaccines?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Jodie Devos Died Suddenly From Vaccine Turbo Cancer!

Right after news broke that Jodie Devos died at just 35 years of age, some people immediately claimed or suggested the Belgian opera singer was killed by turbo cancer caused by the COVID-19 vaccine!

DiedSuddenly : Jodi Devos was only 35 years old & beautiful. Another vaccinated celebrity has died suddenly. Cause of death: turbo cancer

Erin Elizabeth : 🚨‼️Breaking: stunning young fit, beautiful and barely 35, another celebrity died. She was fully vaccinated. Cancer.

I can barely keep up with all the vaxxed celebrities and athletes dying around the world each day. Rip.

#Agenda2030 #TurboCancer #Vaccinated #FallingLikeDominoes #SoTragic

Global Dissident : Jodi Devos was only 35 years old, and she has become another vaccinated celebrity who has died suddenly. ⚰️🎙

🔍 Cause of death: Turbo cancer

ProfDrSerhatFINDIK (translated) :
Jodie Devos
Age 35
famous soprano
Full dose 💉💉💉💉💉
turbo cancer
He lost his life

WHO cannot praise you enough
Full throttle towards depopulation target

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Truth : Jodie Devos Did Not Die Suddenly From Vaccine Turbo Cancer!

Fact #1 : Jodie Devos Died From Breast Cancer

Jodie Devos (born 10 October 1988 in Libramont-Chevigny, Belgium) was a Belgian operatic coloratura soprano who released three critically-acclaimed solo albums, and performed in concerts all over the world.

She died from breast cancer in Paris on 16 June 2024, surrounded by her family. Her agency, Intermezzo, announced her death:

It is with infinite sadness that we announce the death of our artist Jodie Devos in Paris on June 16, 2024

Hundreds of people attended her funeral at the Saint-Aubin Cathedral in Namur on Saturday, 22 June.

It is unknown when her breast cancer was diagnosed, but she had to cancel several prior engagements. She last performed publicly at the Théâtre des Champs Elysées in Paris in April this year, and was supposed to sing at the same venue on 20 June.

The Belgian News Agency reported that she died from “the effects of aggressive breast cancer“. Her agency said that she died from “breast cancer that had forced her to cancel several engagements“.

Fact #2 : Turbo Cancer Does Not Exist

I should point out that there is no such thing as “turbo cancer”, and after billions of doses have been administered worldwide in the past 3 years – there is still no evidence that any COVID-19 vaccine can cause cancer, or make cancer go “turbo”.

Breast cancer can be detected late, or progress rapidly. For example, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a particularly aggressive and invasive type of breast cancer that is more common in younger women, and is extremely difficult to treat.

Needless to say, anti-vaccine activists provide no evidence to back their claims that vaccinated people are dying from turbo cancer. Ironically, they even accused unvaccinated people (and fellow anti-vaxxers) like Kirstie Alley of dying from turbo cancer!

Fact #3 : Unknown If Jodie Devos Was Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Despite claims or suggestions that Jodie Devos was fully-vaccinated, there isn’t any actual evidence that she ever received the COVID-19 vaccine.

It is possible that Jodie Devos was unvaccinated against COVID-19, because the COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory in Belgium.

In fact, many people who were injured or died suddenly were actually unvaccinated, like Kris Jordan, Aaron Carter, Kirstie Alley, Stephan Bonnar, Shane Macaulay, David Wayne Burleson, and Kaden Clymer.

Until and unless her family (or the authorities) reveal her COVID-19 vaccination status, anyone who tells you that Jodie Devos was vaccinated or otherwise, is likely lying to you. None of us know that.

Fact #4 : Vaccine Side Effects Appear With Hours / Days

Even if Jodie Devos was fully-vaccinated against COVID-19, she would have received her doses about three years ago! She cannot possibly have suffered from a vaccine side effect, because they appear within hours or days, not months later.

The spike proteins produced by the COVID-19 vaccines also do not stick around for months. If these spike proteins are permanent (as antivaxxers claim), we would have lifelong immunity.

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Did 325 autopsy reports show 74% deaths from Covid vaccines?!

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Did a study of 325 autopsy reports show that 74% of deaths were due to COVID-19 vaccines?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : 325 Autopsy Reports Show 74% Deaths From COVID Vaccines!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The Expose (formerly The Daily Expose), which claimed that a study showed that 74% of deaths were due to COVID-19 vaccine!

Here is an excerpt of the long and (intentionally?) confusing article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

A review of 325 autopsy reports reveals 74% of deaths were directly due to covid injections

For their review, the researchers searched for all published autopsy and necropsy reports relating to covid vaccination up until 18 May 2023. “All autopsy and necropsy studies that included covid-19 vaccination as an antecedent exposure were included,” the authors said.

They initially identified 678 studies and, after screening for inclusion criteria, included 44 papers that contained 325 autopsy cases and one necropsy case. Three physicians independently reviewed all deaths and determined whether covid-19 vaccination was the direct cause or contributed significantly to death.

“We found that 73.9% of deaths were directly due to or significantly contributed to by covid-19 vaccination,” the authors stated.

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Truth : 325 Autopsy Reports Did Not Show 74% Deaths From COVID Vaccines!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The Expose, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : An Earlier Version Was Removed By The Lancet

Let me start by pointing out that this study appears to be a “revised” version of an earlier study which was uploaded to Preprints with The Lancet in July 2023.

That earlier study was never published by The Lancet, but was removed because its conclusion was not supported by the methodology, and violated its screening criteria.

This preprint has been removed by Preprints with The Lancet because the study’s conclusions are not supported by the study methodology. Preprints with The Lancet reserves the right to remove a paper that has been posted if we determine that it has violated our screening criteria.

Fact #2 : Researchers Did Not Conduct Those Autopsies

The “study” appears to be a document review involving 325 autopsy reports. None of the researchers actually conducted any of those autopsies. This was what the researchers did in the “revised” Hulscher et. al. study (archive):

search for studies with autopsy or necropsy reports whose deaths was preceded by COVID-19 vaccination.
filter the 678 studies they found to just 44 papers covering 325 autopsies and 1 necropsy.
three of the authors (Peter McCullough, Roger Hodkinson, and William Makis) then “independently” reviewed the autopsy reports and determined the “causality” of each case

According to Brian Ward, professor of experimental medicine at McGill University, that likely meant the three of them went through the autopsy reports in separate rooms.

The way they use the word ‘independently’ here simply means that each of the biased individuals sat in a separate room to reach a personal conclusion before sharing their (largely pre-determined) classifications with each other.

Fact #3 : There Was No Control Group!

Interestingly, the authors chose to exclude unvaccinated people, instead of creating a control group of unvaccinated people.

This introduces bias against the vaccine, by intentionally selecting only people who were vaccinated against COVID-19 before their deaths, and not comparing them against people who were unvaccinated when they died.

As every single person in that study was vaccinated against COVID-19 before their death, it seems silly to blame their deaths on the vaccines. It’s like designing a study which only selected people who regularly drink coffee before their deaths, and then claiming that coffee must therefore be responsible for their deaths.

Fact #4 : There Was No Objective / Standardised Criteria

The study did not mention using any objective or standardised criteria to determine whether a death was caused by the COVID-19 vaccine. Instead, it appears that the three physicians involved in this study simply made that a personal judgement call by reading those studies / autopsy reports???

What criteria did they use? It doesn’t say.

Did the three doctors even use the same set of criteria? We have no idea.

Did those autopsy reports label the cause of death as COVID-19 vaccines? The paper doesn’t say that either.

So how did they come to the conclusion that those deaths were definitely caused by the COVID-19 vaccines???

I should point out that when the same group of authors posted a review of 28 autopsies that they determined were “likely caused by COVID-19 vaccination”, it was found that many of them had unrelated causes of death!

Fact #5 : Vaccine Myocarditis Seen Mostly In Young Males

Myocarditis and pericarditis are known but rare side effects of some COVID-19 vaccines, but they are mostly seen in adolescent and young male adults, and usually occur within 7 days of receiving the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to the US CDC.

It is therefore quite perplexing to see myocarditis being mentioned as a likely cause of death in this study, as the mean age of death was 70.4 years! That means the vast majority of people in this study were elderly, and very unlikely to be suffering from vaccine-induced myocarditis.

Fact #6 : Mean Age Of Death Was 70 Years!

I should stress again that the mean age of death in this study was 70.4 years, which means that most of the people in this study were elderly. Is it any surprise that the elderly were dying from cardiovascular, haematological, or respiratory problems???

That brings us back to my earlier question – why didn’t they compare this group of vaccinated people, with a similar group of elderly people who were unvaccinated??? Without a control group, how can anyone be sure that this group of elderly people did not die of natural causes of death???

Fact #7 : The Expose Is Known For Fake News

Like Real Raw News and The People’s Voice, The Daily Expose is a website that capitalises on making shocking but fake or misleading stories to generate page views and money. It was later rebranded as The Expose.

Founded in November 2020 by Jonathan Allen-Walker – a welder from Lincolnshire, The Expose / Daily Expose is infamous for publishing COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation.

Its articles have been regularly debunked as fake news or misinformation, so you should NEVER share anything from Daily Expose / The Expose. Here are some of its stories that I personally debunked earlier:

Everything posted by The Expose / Daily Expose must be considered fake news, until proven otherwise.

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Celine Dion Just Died Suddenly In Hospital?!

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Celine Dion just died suddenly in the hospital?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Updated @ 2023-06-24 : Added video, and updated with new examples, etc.
Updated @ 2024-02-24 : Added new updates, including updated MediaMass claim.
Originally posted @ 2023-04-17

Claim : Celine Dion Just Died Suddenly In Hospital!

People are sharing YouTube and TikTok videos claiming that Celine Dion just died in a hospital from Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), or after a tragic car / plane crash, with titles like :

30 minutes ago, R.I.P. Celine Dion (†55) Died on the way to the hospital, Farewell in tears

1 Hour Ago / R.I.P Celine Dion Died In France / Fans send their condolences to the singer

Very sad 10 minutes ago / Singer Celine Dion dies in hospital / goodbye Celine Dion

15 minutes ago. Actress Celine Dion Saying Goodbye

10 Minutes Ago/ R.I.P. Celine Dion /She died of a dangerous incurable disease/Goodbye Celine

A video is coming forward that a famous name is in the headlines that a famous singer Celine Dion passed away in a plane crash.

Big Shock // “Celine Dion” Dies Suddenly At The Hospital // Heartbreaking Secret…

Stopped breathing 10 minutes ago / Celine Dion dies in hospital / goodbye Celine Dion

5 minutes ago! Millions of people cried over the sudden death of Singer Celine Dion, sad details…

Celine Dion Passed Away A Few Minutes Ago At Her Home. Funeral Held In Hollywood For 3 Days

1 Hour Ago / R.I.P Celine Dion Died In France / We Will Miss Your Voice So Much!

5 minutes ago/ R.I.P Talented Singer Céline Dion passed away at the age of 55, Goodbye and Rest

A few minutes ago in London / Died in a car accident / R.I.P. legendary singer Celine Dion

30 minutes ago / The family announced the sad news of Legend singer Celine Dion / Farewell in tears

5 Minutes Ago / Celine Dion OFFICIALLY DIES On 25/11/2023 / R.I.P.

Rest in peace Celine Dion (1968-2023). Fans send their condolences to the singer

1968-2023 Celine Dion RIP | Farewell to the legendary singer / Farewell to Celine

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Truth : Celine Dion Did Not Die Suddenly In Hospital!

This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS created and propagated by people to generate income from page views and YouTube advertising, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : No Legitimate Media Outlet Reported Her Death

These YouTube videos have been circulating for weeks and months, but people don’t seem to notice that no legitimate media has reported her death or car accident!

When Celine Dion announced that she was suffering from Stiff Person Syndrome, the media breathlessly reported it around the globe.

Celine Dion is not just a famous singer. She is a national treasure in Canada, and a music legend. If she fell and broke a nail, you can be sure that celebrity blogs would have excitedly reported it, if not the mainstream media.

Yet, no legitimate media outlet or even a celebrity blog reported that Celine Dion was involved in any car or plane crash, much less died in a hospital of a “dangerous, incurable disease”. That’s because it never happened!

Fact #2 : Celine Dion Is Still Alive!

The truth is – Celine Dion (born Céline Marie Claudette Dion on 30 March, 1968) is very much still alive, as of Monday, 24 June 2024! Of course, you guys want “proof of life”, right?

Well, just last week, Celine Dion appeared at a screening of her documentary – I Am: Celine Dion in New York City on Monday, 17 June 2024. She looked well, wearing a silky white blouse top and matching maxi skirt, as she posed as the screening.

Needless to say – Celine Dion is very much still alive. She doesn’t even need to use a wheelchair, even though she is still suffering from Stiff Person Syndrome!

Fact #3 : Celine Dion Death Photos Were Edited

I analysed the photos used in these videos, and traced the origin of two examples used in many of these videos.

This is a pretty good Photoshop effort, although you can see how Celine Dion’s dark brown hair suddenly became grey hair. And of course, you have to wonder why Celine Dion would still has her makeup on!

The truth is the fake news created edited the photo of Jan Key – a 65 year-old lady from Kalamazoo, Michigan, who was hit by a car on November 21, 2019.

The photo was taken by her daughter, Kitty Jenkins, on November 26, after Jan Key underwent a second surgery for her broken arm and collarbone. She underwent emergency surgery five days ago to treat her broken leg.

This photo, on the other hand, is a pretty bad Photoshop edit of a photo taken at the August 2018 funeral of Oliver Dragojević – a famous Croatian singer and composer.

To make it look like a Celine Dion funeral, the fake news creator added Lady Gaga appearing to cry, and unbelievably – René Angélil was edited in, with a portrait of Celine Dion magically floating in front of him.

For those who are not aware, René Angélil was Celine Dion’s manager who eventually married her on December 17, 1994. The only problem is – René Angélil died many years ago – on January 14, 2016 from throat cancer!

But I would like to give a special Bad Photoshop award to the fake news creator who came up with this gem.

Not only did he/she use the visage of a smiling Celine Dion, it was stitched on so badly, it’s really, REALLY funny!

Celine Dion, who was supposed to be dying in hospital from a terrible car accident, not only has both her eyes open and smiling, it looked the accident smashed her face sideways!

What a terrible, terrible Photoshop edit! If you are going to cheat people, at least put in some effort!

Fact #4 : Celine Dion Death Hoax Is Driven By Fake Fact Check Too

This Celine Dion death hoax is, sadly, also being driven by a fake fact check article by the MediaMass Project, which keeps “updating” the dates in their fake fact check article:

News of singer Céline Dion’s death spread quickly earlier this week causing concern among fans across the world. However the June 2024 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Thankfully, the singer best known for hit songs like S’il suffisait d’aimer, My Heart Will Go On or Pour que tu m’aimes encore is alive and well.

Rumors of the singer’s alleged demise gained traction on Thursday after a ‘R.I.P. Céline Dion’ Facebook page attracted nearly one million of ‘likes’. Those who read the ‘About’ page were given a believable account of the singer’s passing:

“At about 11 a.m. ET on Saturday (June 22, 2024), our beloved singer Céline Dion passed away. Céline Dion was born on March 30, 1968 in Repentigny. She will be missed but not forgotten. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page.”

Hundreds of fans immediately started writing their messages of condolence on the Facebook page, expressing their sadness that the talented 56-year-old singer was dead. And as usual, Twittersphere was frenzied over the death hoax.

Where as some trusting fans believed the post, others were immediately skeptical of the report, perhaps learning their lesson from the huge amount of fake death reports emerging about celebrities over recent months. Some pointed out that the news had not been carried on any major network, indicating that it was a fake report, as the death of a singer of Céline Dion’s stature would be major news across networks.

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Their claim of a viral R.I.P. Celine Dion Facebook page is false. There is no such Facebook page. It is their standard fake fact check spiel for fake celebrity deaths.

The statement from Celine Dion’s unnamed rep confirming that she is not dead is exactly the same as statements from other reps of celebrities MediaMass claimed were victims of death hoaxes, like Angelina Jolie, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barry Gibb, Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Clint Eastwood, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dolly Parton, Harrison Ford, Justine Bieber, Lionel Messi, Lucy Liu, Madonna, Melanie Laurent, Mike Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Simon Cowell, Sylvester Stallone, Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, and Tom Hanks.

She joins the long list of celebrities who have been victimized by this hoax. She’s still alive and well, stop believing what you see on the Internet.

Hidden in the description page for the MediaMass Project is a disclaimer that they are a “satire” website. That’s the usual “cover” for websites peddling fake news.

Regardless of their reasons, anything posted by MediaMass.net must be considered as fake news, until proven otherwise.

Fact #5 : This Is Just Fake Celebrity News

This is yet another example of fake celebrity news created to generate page views and money through advertising, just like these examples:

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Did Farah El Kadhi Die Suddenly From Vaccine SADS?!

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Did beauty influencer Farah El Kadhi just die suddenly from COVID-19 vaccine SADS?! Take a look at the viral claims, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Farah El Kadhi Died Suddenly From Vaccine SADS!

Right after news broke that Farah El Kadhi died suddenly at just 36 years of age, some people immediately claimed or suggested the Tunisian beauty influencer was killed by the COVID-19 vaccine!

The People’s Voice : Popular Beauty Influencer Who Promoted COVID Jabs Dies Suddenly at 36

emma rock : It’s literally every – single – day @DiedSuddenly_

Ed Rankin, PhD : Beauty influencer Farah El Kadhi dead at 36 in Malta #DiedSuddenly

Atheria Kennedy24 : Influencer Farah El Kadhi Dies at 36 After Suspected Heart Attack: Reports

Another young person suddenly died from a heart attack. How can anyone not see what’s happening?! 💉⚰️
#vaccinedeath #diedsuddenly

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No Evidence Farah El Kadhi Died Suddenly From Vaccine SADS!

Fact #1 : Farah El Kadhi Died Of A Suspected Heart Attack

Let me start by pointing out that Farah El Kadhi’s official cause of death has not yet been determined, although she is suspected to have died from a heart attack or cardiac arrest on a yacht.

Born in Tunisia, Farah El Kadhi was a trained architect and a fashion influencer with more than a million followers on Instagram.

Farah El Kadhi was in Malta on holiday and to promote a number of companies and services through Instagram, and had earlier posed for photos while the yacht was still docked at the Vittoriosa marina. She uploaded a number of posts and stories showing Malta in the background, with her last Instagram story uploaded at around 4 PM on 16 June 2024.

Hours later, she was found unconscious onboard the yacht, and rushed to the Mater Dei Hospital in the harbour town of Msida at about 6:30 AM on 17 June, where she was pronounced dead. Farah reportedly had no injuries on her when she was discovered.

Fact #2 : Malta Police Is Investigating Her Death

On Friday, 21 June, a Malta police representative confirmed that “a 36 year old Tunisian female was certified dead at Mater Dei Hospital” on June 17, and that a magisterial inquiry and police investigations are ongoing. An autopsy will also be carried out as part of that inquiry.

Fellow Tunisian influencer and a close fried, Soulayma Hneynia, who resides in Malta, said that Farah El Kadhi died “peacefully in her sleep” following a heart attack.

That said – Farah El Kadhi’s official cause of death has not confirmed. Until her autopsy results are completed, and the Malta authorities and/or her family reveals her cause of death, no one knows for sure how she died – whether it was a heart attack, a cardiac arrest, or something else.

Fact #3 : Unknown If Farah El Kadhi Was Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Despite claims or suggestions that Farah El Kadhi was fully-vaccinated, there isn’t any actual evidence that she ever received the COVID-19 vaccine.

It is possible that Farah El Kadhi was unvaccinated against COVID-19, because the COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory in Tunisia.

Until and unless her family (or the authorities) reveal her COVID-19 vaccination status, anyone who tells you that Farah El Kadhi was vaccinated or otherwise, is likely lying to you. None of us know that.

Fact #4 : No Evidence Farah El Kadhi Promoted Vaccines

The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch) claimed in its article that Farah El Kadhi promoted the COVID-19 vaccines. However, there is no evidence that she ever promoted the COVID-19 vaccines on her official Instagram account.

Unsurprisingly, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence that Farah El Kadhi was vaccinated against COVID-19, or that she ever promoted them.

Fact #5 : Vaccine Side Effects Appear With Hours / Days

Even if Farah El Kadhi was fully-vaccinated against COVID-19, she would have received her doses about three years ago! She cannot possibly have suffered from a vaccine side effect, because they appear within hours or days, not months later.

The spike proteins produced by the COVID-19 vaccines also do not stick around for months. If these spike proteins are permanent (as antivaxxers claim), we would have lifelong immunity.

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Did JAG Just Hang Four Colorado Supreme Court Justices?!

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Did JAG just hang four Colorado Supreme Court justices for striking Donald Trump from the state’s primary elections?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : JAG Hangs Four Colorado Supreme Court Justices!

Real Raw News posted an article (archive) which claimed that US Marines just arrested Oregon AG Ellen Rosenbaum for treason!

As usual, the article is (intentionally?) long, rambling and confusing, so here is an excerpt. Please feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

JAG Serial Hangs Four Criminal Colorado SCJs

The four Colorado Supreme Court Justices who tried keeping President Trump’s name off the state’s primary ballot earlier this year were sequentially executed for treason at GITMO on June 10—better late than never.

As reported, a panel of military officers unanimously found Justices Richard L. Gabriel, Melissa Hart, Monica Márquez, and William W. Hood guilty of treason, and Vice Adm. Darse E. Crandall scheduled their executions for June 3. But for reasons not given to us, and which we could not independently determine, the admiral postponed the highly anticipated hangings until June 10.

The four were fed a final meal before being asked if they wanted Last Rites or a member of the cloth present at the gallows. Only Justice Márquez expressed interest in reconciliation, but said her faith, Paganism, required that a priestess of Kakia, the Greek goddess of vice and moral badness, deliver her from the “material plane” unto the next world. When told JAG had no priestesses available, Márquez accused JAG of discrimination and said that hanging a lesbian or non-binary person during pride month was morally and biblically unethical.

JAG’s response: she’d hang first, and her three co-conspirators would be privileged to watch her receive a rope necklace ahead of their respective turns.

Justice Gabriel had gone last. The admiral had told him he was wise to shut his eyes as the others swung, for even he found hangings distasteful—but necessary.

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Truth : JAG Did Not Hang Four Colorado Supreme Court Justices!

The truth is – this is just another fake story created by Real Raw News, just to generate page views and money.

Fact #1 : JAG Did Not Hang Any Supreme Court Justice

This is really silly, but it has to be said – the US Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) did not hang any Colorado Supreme Court justice for any reason, never mind voting to remove Donald Trump from the state ballots in the 2024 US Presidential elections.

In fact, neither the US Marines nor JAG have arrested any Colorado Supreme Court, and they have certainly not executed any of them by hanging!

When Real Raw News first claimed that US Marines arrested Colorado Supreme Court Justice Monica Marquez, Colorado Judicial Department spokesperson Rob McCallum said that “there is no legitimacy” to the claims.

Justice Márquez has not been arrested by the Marines, and is not in custody.

To be clear – no Colorado Supreme Court Justice was arrested or executed for any reason, by the JAG, the US Marines, or any law enforcement officials.

Fact #2 : JAG Has No Powers Over Civilians

Regardless of the reasons, it is really silly for anyone to claim that JAG executed four Colorado Supreme Court justices by hanging.

The Judge Advocate General’s Corps is the military justice branch of the American military. It has no powers or jurisdiction over civilians, even if they are American citizens. The civilian justice system is separate from the military justice system. JAG officers can only prosecute US military service members.

Only in rare exceptions are JAG officers allowed to prosecute civilians. For example, if the civilian committed a crime on a military base, or while working in a foreign country and the local laws allow it. They can also prosecute civilians with special authority from the President, or Congress.

Even if JAG officers are used to prosecute civilians like the Colorado Supreme Court Justices, they are not the judge, jury, and executioner.

Fact #3 : Real Raw News Is A Fake News Website

Real Raw News is a fake news website that capitalises on making shocking but fake stories to generate page views and money.

To protect himself from legal repercussions, the owner and writer, Michael Baxter (real name – Michael Tuffin), claims that his articles are “humour, parody, and satire“.

That disclaimer, which is not clearly mentioned in his articles, lets him keep creating fake news to go viral, and generate money.

A March 2018 screenshot of Michael Tuffin, who goes by the pseudonym Michael Baxter

His articles have been regularly debunked as fake news, so you should NEVER share anything from his website. Here are some of his fake stories that I debunked earlier:

Everything posted by Real Raw News should be regarded as FAKE NEWS, until proven otherwise.

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Was Dr. Michael Mosley Killed For Exposing COVID Vaccines?!

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Was Dr. Michael Mosley killed for exposing the COVID-19 vaccines?! Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!

Claim : Dr. Michael Mosley Was Killed For Exposing COVID Vaccines!

People are sharing an article (archive) by The People’s Voice (formerly NewsPunch), which claimed that Dr. Michael Mosley was killed for exposing the COVID-19 vaccines!

Here is an excerpt of the article. Feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!

Top BBC Presenter Found Dead After Vowing To Expose COVID Vaccines

The global elite and their useful idiots are scrambling to cover up the crimes against humanity they perpetrated during the Covid plandemic, as the truth emerges and threatens to destroy those who played god and culled the herd.

Protected by the complicit media, these murderers thought they had carried out the perfect crime.

Operation Cover Up is in full force and those responsible for the crimes of the plandemic are terrified of the people waking up and serving them with the justice they deserve. Make no mistake, the past is calling and the heat is rising for the elite.

Fast forward 15 years and Dr. Michael Mosley, the beloved British TV doctor was found dead in eerily similar circumstances after he went missing during a routine walk back to his hotel during a holiday on the Greek island of Symi.

A coroner on the island immediately declared Mosley’s death was “almost certainly of natural causes” however officials have not explained why the local police had CCTV footage of Mosley’s final resting place for four days before his body was found just meters from a popular bar.

Video showed the TV doctor making his way down towards the wall between the hills and beach before sinking to the ground in the spot where his body was found after a four-day search which gripped the British nation.

It appears they wanted his death to receive maximum media attention to have maximum impact.
Could the beloved doctor’s death have had anything to do with his work analyzing his own body’s response to the Covid vaccines?

Known for popularizing the 5:2 diet and his willingness to medically experiment on himself, BBC insiders reveal Mosley was preparing to use his vast influence in the UK to expose the disastrous consequences of the Covid vaccine roll out.

Mosley was horrified to discover that his blood work was getting worse and his bodily organs were slowly but surely shutting down.

In threatening to use his influence to inform the masses about the truth, did Dr. Mosley sign his own death certificate?

The deaths of hundreds of Big Pharma whistleblowers in recent years would suggest his death requires a full coroner’s inquest, as does Dr. David Kelly, the man who warned the world about the New World Order’s duplicitous plans for endless war.

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Truth : Dr. Michael Mosley Was Not Killed For Exposing COVID Vaccines!

This is yet another example of fake news created / promoted by The People’s Voice, and here are the reasons why…

Fact #1 : Dr. Michael Mosley Died From Natural Causes

First, let me just point out that Dr. Michael Mosley (born Michael Hugh Mosley on 22 March 1957) died from natural causes.

On Wednesday, 5 June 2024, Dr. Michael Mosley was on holiday with his wife on the Greek island of Symi, when he left the St. Nikolas beach at about 1:30 PM to walk to Symi Town about 3 km away. He was later reported missing when he did not show up.

After four days of searching, his body was found on Sunday, 9 June, on the rocky slope above the Agia Marina beach by a British journalist who was on a boat with the mayor and ERT TV journalists.

An initial post-mortem established that, based on the position of his body, and the lack of any fatal injury, Dr. Michael Mosley likely died from natural causes at about 4 PM the day he disappeared.

Coroner Grigoris Leon who reviewed his death cited exhaustion as one of the likely causes of death.

The most likely thing in these conditions is for a person of this age to walk under the sun and in a rocky environment, at some point the body will be exhausted. The most likely cause of death is from natural causes.

Needless to say, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence that Dr. Michael Mosley was murdered for any reason, much less killed for exposing the COVID-19 vaccines.

Fact #2 : CCTV Footage Showed Him Alone

I should also point out that there was CCTV footage showing the 67 year-old doctor and BBC presenter’s last hours. It showed that he was alone, and not attacked by anyone.

At about 2 PM, CCTV footage showed Dr. Michael Mosley walking past a house towards a trail leading to the Agios Marina beach. He did not have a mobile phone with him, and only brought a purple umbrella to protect him from the sun, and the high temperatures of between 36°C to 40°C.

He was then seen making his way down a rocky slope before falling over. However, the Hellenic Police stated that they did not believe that he died from the fall:

It is emphasised that from the preliminary investigation material so far, it does not appear that the British presenter fell from a height.

Yet again, The People’s Voice article provided no evidence that someone murdered Dr. Michael Mosley. Instead, all evidence so far show that Dr. Micheal Mosley died from exhaustion in the hot sun that tragic day.

Fact #3 : Dr. Michael Mosley Never “Exposed” COVID-19 Vaccines

The People’s Voice article claimed / suggested that Dr. Michael Mosley was killed for attempting to “expose the disastrous consequences of the Covid vaccine roll out“, but provided no evidence to back up its claims.

In fact, Dr. Michael Mosley has repeatedly emphasised the importance of getting vaccinated against COVID-19. He even published a book called COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus and the race for the vaccine (US | UK | AU | SG | MY).

He also wrote an article for The Daily Mail, called “Why vaccine immunity is better than natural immunity (and why unjabbed Novak Djokovic is so wrong to claim he’s protected by antibodies after a recent bout of Covid)“.

Fact #4 : The People’s Voice Is Known For Fake News

The People’s Voice is the current name for NewsPunch, which possibly changed its name because its brand has been so thoroughly discredited after posting numerous shocking but fake stories.

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BMJ Calls Out Misreporting By New York Post + Telegraph!

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BMJ just called out misreporting by the New York Post, and The Telegraph, on a controversial study on COVID-19 vaccines and excess deaths! Find out what’s going on!

Updated @ 2024-06-13 : Added official statements by The Princess Maxima Center and World Child Cancer NL
Originally posted @ 2024-06-12

Claim : BMJ Study Shows COVID Vaccines May Have Caused Excess Deaths!

The New York Post and The Telegraph recently posted articles on a controversial study by scientists from the Vrije Universiteit in The Netherlands, claiming or suggesting that it shows that COVID-19 vaccines may have caused excess deaths!

New York Post : COVID vaccines may have helped fuel rise in excess deaths since pandemic: study

COVID vaccines could be partly to blame for a rise in “unprecedented” excess deaths in the US and other Western countries in the three years since the pandemic took hold, a new study suggests.

Analyzing mortality data from 47 Western countries, scientists from the Netherlands’ Vrije Universiteit found that excess mortality has “remained high” since 2020 — despite the widespread rollout of COVID vaccines and various containment measures.

The researchers said the trend “raised serious concerns” as they urged government leaders and policymakers to “thoroughly investigate the underlying causes of persistent excess mortality,” according to the study published in BMJ Public Health.

The Telegraph : Covid vaccines may have helped fuel rise in excess deaths

Covid vaccines could be partly to blame for the rise in excess deaths since the pandemic, scientists have suggested.

Researchers from The Netherlands analysed data from 47 Western countries and discovered there had been more than three million excess deaths since 2020, with the trend continuing despite the rollout of vaccines and containment measures.

They said the “unprecedented” figures “raised serious concerns” and called on governments to fully investigate the underlying causes, including possible vaccine harms.

Writing in the BMJ Public Health, the authors from Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, said: “Although Covid-19 vaccines were provided to guard civilians from suffering morbidity and mortality by the Covid-19 virus, suspected adverse events have been documented as well.

“Both medical professionals and citizens have reported serious injuries and deaths following vaccination to various official databases in the Western World.”

They added: “During the pandemic, it was emphasised by politicians and the media on a daily basis that every Covid-19 death mattered and every life deserved protection through containment measures and Covid-19 vaccines. In the aftermath of the pandemic, the same moral should apply.”

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BMJ Calls Out Misreporting By New York Post + Telegraph!

As the New York Post and The Telegraph are major news outlets, their articles covering the BMJ Public Health study were read widely, and eagerly shared by anti-vaccine activists as “proof” that they were right all along, and that the COVID-19 vaccines were indeed killing people.

However, not only has BMJ come out publicly against the news reports, so has the Princess Máxima Center, and Ariel Karlinksy – one of the two founders of the World Mortality Dataset, which was used in the study.

For more details WHY the study has many troubling issues, and should not be taken at face value, please read our separate article – Did COVID-19 Vaccines Cause Rise In Excess Deaths?!

Fact #1 : BMJ Called It “Misreporting”

Let me start by pointing out that on 7 June 2024, BMJ Public Health publicly refuted news reports which claimed that the study showed that COVID-19 vaccines caused excess deaths, calling it “misreporting“.

Statement in response to misreporting of BMJ Public Health research on excess deaths since the COVID-19 pandemic

Various news outlets have claimed that this research implies a direct causal link between COVID-19 vaccination and mortality. This study does not establish any such link. The researchers looked only at trends in excess mortality over time, not its causes. While the researchers recognise that side effects are reported after vaccination, the research does not support the claim that vaccines are a major contributory factor to excess deaths since the start of the pandemic. Vaccines have, in fact, been instrumental in reducing the severe illness and death associated with COVID-19 infection.

The message of the research is that understanding overall excess mortality since the COVID-19 pandemic is crucial for future health policy, but that identifying specific causes is complex due to varying national data quality and reporting methods.

As the BMJ Public Health clearly stated, those news outlets misreported what the study said, and that the study did not establish any causal link between COVID-19 vaccination and deaths.

While the New York Post appears to have amended its article and title (albeit without mentioning the corrections), it did not include BMJ Public Health’s statement. The Telegraph though does not appear to have made any changes / corrections. Neither has it attached that BMJ Public Health statement to better inform its readers…

Fact #2 : Princess Máxima Center Distanced Itself From Study

The controversial study, called “Excess mortality across countries in the Western World since the COVID-19 pandemic: ‘Our World in Data’ estimates of January 2020 to December 2022” was written by Saskia Mostert, Marcel Hoagland, Minke Huibers, and Gertjan Kasper’s – three of whom are from the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology in Utrecht, The Netherlands.

The Princess Máxima Center quickly distanced itself from the study, and issued a statement virtually denouncing the study, and said that it would be investigating how the paper was written, and possibly retract it from BMJ Public Health:

The Princess Máxima Center distances itself from the publication “Excess mortality across countries in the Western World since the COVID-19 pandemic: ‘Our World in Data’ estimates of January 2020 to December 2022”.

Serious questions have arisen regarding the publication “Excess mortality across countries in the Western World since the COVID-19 pandemic: ‘Our World in Data’ estimates of January 2020 to December 2022”. Therefore, we will further investigate the scientific quality of this study. The Princess Máxima Center deeply regrets that this publication may give the impression that the importance of vaccinations is being questioned.

Originally, the idea was to look at the effect of COVID measures on, among other things, the mortality rate of children with cancer in low-income countries. During the course of the study, the focus shifted and diverted in a direction that we felt was too far from our expertise: pediatric oncology. We are not experts in epidemiology, nor do we want to give that impression. The Máxima Center therefore emphatically distances itself from this publication. We should have been more alert to the formation and results of this publication and will further investigate the way it was created. If it turns out that carelessness was involved in the realization of this publication, it will of course be withdrawn.

We, as the Princess Máxima Center, want to emphasize that we strongly support vaccination, and that this publication should certainly not be read as an argument against vaccination. The study in no way demonstrates a link between vaccinations and excess mortality; that is explicitly not the researchers’ finding. We therefore regret that this impression has been created.

Fact #3 : World Child Cancer Denies Funding Study

The Mostert et. al. study claimed that it was sponsored by the Foundation World Child Cancer NL. However, World Child Cancer NL publicly refuted that in a statement (translated) on 12 June 2024:

The Netherlands Foundation is not a financier of the publication “Excess mortality across countries in the Western World since the COVID-19 pandemic: ‘Our World in Data’ estimates of January 2020 to December 2022”.

World Child Cancer is wrongly referred to as a financier.

Fact #4 : Ariel Karlinsky Condemned The Study

The Mostert et. al. study used data from The World Mortality Dataset, which was created and maintained by Ariel Karlinsky and Dmitry Kobak.

Ariel Karlinsky spoke out (again) publicly against the study, and even suggested that some plagiarism was involved!

The onus here is on BMJ Public Health which published a really bad paper with a misleading title (nothing to do with OWID) and copies some of our work in WMD almost verbatim and misleadingly.

The researchers who wrote it then talked with Telegraph and this is the result.

How on earth @BMJPublicHealth editors and reviewers allowed such blatant copy-pasting is beyond me.

He also said that BMJ should retract the study, and open an inquiry into how such a study could ever make it past its editors and reviewers.

I say BMJ PH should retract it and open an inquiry into what happened there with editors and reviewers.

I agree – BMJ should not only retract the study, it should open an investigation into how this study actually passed its reviewers and its editors!

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