MBG Ramadhan Investigation: Nutrition for Children or a Health Threat?
FactMeter examined the Free Nutritional Meal Program (MBG) menu during Ramadan; did it meet children's nutritional needs? Find the answer here.
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Misleading: Shell CEO Resigns, Indonesia in Darkness
The viral news that Shell's board of directors resigned is linked to "Dark Indonesia," which is misleading. In fact, the resignations were from Shell UK directors, not Indonesian directors, and had nothing to do with intimidation. Read the full clarification here!
Natural Disaster Hoaxes: How Bad Are They?
Natural disaster hoaxes can be misleading, create panic, and hinder disaster management. Check the facts here.
Satire Hoax: Prabowo Requests Keroncong Music
A hoax claim is circulating that Prabowo asked TVs to play keroncong music at 6 a.m. Read the full FactMeter investigation here!
Clarification of Ariana Grande’s Hoax Satire at Al Huda Mosque
The facts behind Ariana Grande's viral photo at Al Huda Mosque: A FactMeter investigation reveals the truth. Read more here.
FactMeter at the School Net Conference Vietnam 2024: A New Pillar in the Fight Against Global Hoaxes
FactMeter introduced its fact-checking innovation at the ANNIE School Net Conference 2024 in Vietnam. How does this platform combat hoaxes? Read more here.
Is the iPhone 16 Really Banned in Indonesia? Check the Facts Here
The Phone 16 can enter Indonesia for personal use, but it's prohibited for sale, and its IMEI can even be blocked. Read more here.
Regarding the 2024 Regional Elections – If the Empty Box Wins, Then There’s a Re-election and Preparation as a Voter
The empty box in the 2024 regional elections, with 37 regions having a single candidate. Who will be the leader if the empty box wins? Read more.
Hoax about earthquake forecast in Surabaya, but not from BMKG
A viral hoax predicting an 8.6 magnitude earthquake in Surabaya via WhatsApp. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) confirmed this information is false because earthquakes cannot be predicted. Read more here.
Murder in Tarakan Due to Annoyance at Being Called ‘Dilan’-Like, Claimed Due to TikTok Streak
A hoax circulating on TikTok claims the murder in Tarakan was related to a TikTok streak, when in fact it was because the perpetrator was upset about being called 'Dilan.' Read the details here.