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Autumn Budget 2024: fact checked

Join us on Wednesday 30 October for impartial fact checks following Rachel Reeves’ first Budget.Source

What does Labour mean when it talks about “working people”?

Ahead of the Autumn Budget, Full Fact investigates a term Labour politicians haven’t given a consistent definition of, despite it featuring in the party’s manifesto.Source

Germany’s WWI Corpse Factories

On the 25th of April, 1917, the British satirical magazine Punch ran an evocative political cartoon. In it, a stern Kaiser Wilhelm II, dressed in full regalia, stands before a young German army recruit. Pointing out the window to a giant factory belching black smoke, he declares: “And don’t forget that your Kaiser will find… Read More »

From Zero to One Thousand to Zero- The Rise and Fall of Howard Johnson’s

In the modern world, if you step out your door and travel to neighboring cities or even countries, you’ll generally be greeted by a slew of familiar food related franchises for your respective region, with some of the most popular in the world today including McDonald’s, Subway, Starbucks, KFC, Dunkin, and the like. In all… Read More »

The Hint App: Personalized Astrological Ideas Tailored to You

Astrology has been used for centuries as a tool to understand human behavior, predict future events, and offer guidance. In recent years, the practice has… The post The Hint App: Personalized Astrological Ideas Tailored to You first appeared on KickassFacts. Source

Fake BBC article falsely claims Rachel Reeves has pledged to share ‘income from taxes’

An article about the Chancellor promoting an online investment scheme which has been mocked-up to appear as if it was published by BBC News is circulating on Facebook.Source

Amazon’s Alexa has been giving more incorrect answers attributed to fact checkers

The interactive voice assistant has been providing more wrong information based on debunked false claims, about mpox, the UN and more.Source

Can Apes Learn Sign Language?

For thousands of years, humans have been obsessed with communicating with animals. So far, most of these efforts have been futile. However, when it comes… The post Can Apes Learn Sign Language? first appeared on KickassFacts. Source

8 Oldest Trees in the World

Those who grew up on a farm or in a rural setting can testify that trees have some of the longest lifespans. According to arborists,… The post 8 Oldest Trees in the World first appeared on KickassFacts. Source

11 Mind-blowing Godfather (The Movie) Facts

The Godfather film trilogy was inspired by Mario Puzo’s novel, which shared the same name. It’s centered around American crime and everything it entails. The… The post 11 Mind-blowing Godfather (The Movie) Facts first appeared on KickassFacts. Source

How to Manage Your Dog’s Weight

There are many ways to help your dog lose weight. It is important to control your dog’s food source and monitor and manage what it… The post How to Manage Your Dog’s Weight first appeared on KickassFacts. Source