Author Archives: WeRaven

Sunglasses don’t cause sunburn

A social media post claims that sunglasses prevent melanin production, increasing the risk of sunburn. This is an incorrect description of the process of tanning.Source

Spain’s High Court didn’t call Covid-19 a ‘bioweapon’

A document released by the Health Ministry in 2021 said that it did not have its own culture of the virus. This was misinterpreted in a blog and on social media.Source

Reports of deadly rattlesnake found in UK and Ireland are false

Hoax Facebook posts claim the same snake has been found in multiple locations in the UK and Ireland.Source

WTF Fun Fact 13388 – Ancient Olympics vs. Modern Olympics

The ancient Olympics were around for over 1000 consecutive years. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13388 – Ancient Olympics vs. Modern Olympics appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

25 Kickass Random Facts List #836

Lemons are not naturally occurring fruit. They were created in SE Asia by crossing a citron with a bitter orange around 4000 years ago. They were spread around the world after being found to prevent scurvy. Life didn’t give us lemons. We made them ourselves. The post 25 Kickass Random Facts List #836 first appeared… Read More »

Emergency alerts system set to cost £25 million over three years, government finally reveals

The Cabinet Office had previously declined to give any figures after claims about the cost of the emergency alerts test were made on social media.Source

Hoax posts about missing ‘William Daniels’ shared widely on Facebook

Identical posts have been shared across the UK.Source

WTF Fun Fact 13387 – Earth’s Core May Be Hotter Than The Sun

Research suggests that the earth’s core is hotter than the surface of the sun. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13387 – Earth’s Core May Be Hotter Than The Sun appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

False claims about cancer causing chemical in sunscreen

A social media post claims that most sunscreens contain benzene, a chemical linked to cancer. It isn’t used as an ingredient, and the data on contamination doesn’t support these claims.Source

What You Need to Know about Going to Australia on a Budget

Australia is a popular tourist destination because of its wilderness, open spaces, and exciting beaches. It is the perfect mix of culture and rural spaces, so there is something for everyone. There are also plenty of free things to do in the area to keep you busy, so if you want to go to Australia…… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact 13386 – Wearing White Before Memorial Day

Americans long adhered to a special summer fashion “rule.” Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 13386 – Wearing White Before Memorial Day appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source