Author Archives: WeRaven

Cropped picture does not show the dead body of Israel’s top sniper

The soldier in the picture is resting alongside other members of his unit, not dead.Source

It is not illegal to fly over the continent of Antarctica

Multiple claims about Antarctica, including that it was a ‘flourishing land’ in the 1500s, are untrue.Source

Not all migrants must wait five years for benefits under France’s new immigration law

A post being shared on social media makes several claims about the law that are not all true and require more context.Source

Bim Afolami overstates NHS in England as a share of ‘everything the government spends’

It seems that the Treasury minister made a common mistake by expressing NHS England as a percentage of all budgeted spending, not public spending as a whole.Source

New Piccadilly mosque will not ban alcohol and music from London’s theatre district

The claim has appeared across multiple social media platforms.Source

15 Mind-Blowing Surgeries Facts

Surgeries help save millions of lives worldwide every year, and we are thankful for them. However, there are cases where they go terribly wrong. For instance, in 2007, a 73-year-old man suffered “anesthesia awareness” while undergoing surgery. Apparently, an anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetist forgot to administer him with anesthesia but sent him to sleep. For…… Read More »

14 Mind-Boggling Babe Ruth Facts

Babe Ruth is one of the greatest (if not the greatest) baseball players. He was so popular in the early-to-mid 1920s that it was often joked newspapers lacked sports sections; they had Babe Ruth segments where game scores and results happened to be mentioned. He was part of the Murderers’ Row, a New Yankees’ generation…… Read More »

15 Amazing Tetris (Video Game) Facts

Tetris is one of the most popular games of all time. It involves arranging four-celled blocks called “tetrominoes” following specific patterns. As a player rises through the levels, so does the speed of the descending blocks. Despite the development of other video games, Tetris has withstood the test of time, and there are still active…… Read More »

Finding the Right Online Program as an Aspiring Student: A Guide

Online education has become increasingly popular among students. With the advancement of technology and the growth of e-learning platforms, pursuing a degree or certificate through an online program has become a feasible option for many individuals. This guide aims to provide valuable insights and tips for those looking to embark on an online education journey.…… Read More »