Tag

Conspiracy Theory

All articles tagged with #conspiracy theory

politics19 days ago•3 min saved

Trump posts racist Obama image in Truth Social video, triggering backlash

Trump shared a meme on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, tied to a video promoting a 2020 voting-machine conspiracy; the White House defended the post as fake outrage, while Republicans including Sen. Tim Scott and Rep. Mike Lawler condemned it and Democrats like Hakeem Jeffries and Raja Krishnamoorthi called for denouncement. The NAACP criticized the move, marking it as a charged political flashpoint ahead of the midterm elections.

via CNBC|

#barack-obama #conspiracy-theory #politics

culture19 days ago•7 min saved

Bollywood Film Re-ignites Taj Mahal Origin Debate Amid Nationalist Tensions

A new Bollywood film, The Taj Story, promotes the long-standing claim that the Taj Mahal was originally a Hindu structure rather than a Mughal tomb, reviving debunked theories and stoking sectarian tensions. Critics say the movie rehashes fringe ideas, blurs fact and fiction, and serves nationalist narratives. The piece traces origins to P. N. Oak, notes repeated court dismissals of the claims, and highlights how the controversy has entered mainstream discourse online, even as historians and the Archaeological Survey of India push back.

via The New York Times|

#bollywood #conspiracy-theory #culture

sports1 month ago•24 min saved

SB LX Showdown: Coincidence or Script Behind the NFL X Graphic?

OutKick investigates a viral claim that the NFL’s official X account posted a 2025 season graphic predicting the Seahawks vs. Patriots in SB LX. While fans highlighted player placements like Saquon Barkley near the front, the piece argues it’s likely a coincidence—several teams mentioned in the graphic didn’t reach the playoffs, the Jaguars were eliminated, and the NFL denies any scripted matchup—framing the controversy as entertainment, not evidence of a fixed outcome.

via OutKick|

#conspiracy-theory #new-england-patriots #nfl

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

49ers widen injury probe, even entertaining EMF substation theory

The San Francisco 49ers say they are broadening their injury investigation to consider every possible factor, including a viral EMF/substation theory linked to player injuries. While the theory has been debunked, GM John Lynch insists the team will examine all possibilities and review injury prevention strategies after a season with several key players sidelined.

via theScore.com|

#49ers #conspiracy-theory #emf

entertainment3 months ago•2 min saved

Kim Kardashian Claims the 1969 Moon Landing Was Faked

Kim Kardashian revealed on The Kardashians that she believes the moon landing in 1969 was faked, citing various conspiracy theories and videos as her evidence, and expressed her interest in sharing these ideas with co-star Sarah Paulson.

via justjared.com|

#conspiracy-theory #entertainment #kim-kardashian

entertainment4 months ago•4 min saved

‘Bugonia’: Emma Stone’s Bold Role in a Memorable Alien Conspiracy Film

Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is a surreal and accessible film centered on a conspiracy theory involving aliens, featuring compelling performances by Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, and Aidan Delbis, blending humor, tension, and twists to create a memorable cinematic experience.

via Gizmodo|

#bugonia #conspiracy-theory #emma-stone

entertainment6 months ago•4 min saved

Unraveling the Jussie Smollett Controversy: New Insights and Revelations

The Netflix documentary 'The Truth About Jussie Smollett?' explores the actor's 2019 hate crime incident, suggesting a possible conspiracy and framing it as more complex than a straightforward hoax, but ultimately presents a biased and irresponsible narrative that questions the police and victim's accounts without solid evidence.

via The Guardian|

#chicago-police #conspiracy-theory #documentary

entertainment8 months ago•2 min saved

Political Figures and Conspiracy Theories Dominate Recent Headlines

Late night hosts mock President Trump's unfounded conspiracy theory that Joe Biden was replaced by a robot clone, with comedians like Jon Stewart and Jimmy Kimmel ridiculing the absurdity and highlighting the bizarre nature of the claims.

via The New York Times|

#biden #conspiracy-theory #entertainment

politics8 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Promotes Unfounded Conspiracy That Biden Was Replaced by a Clone

President Trump reposted a false conspiracy theory claiming that former President Biden was executed in 2020 and replaced by a robotic clone, continuing his pattern of sharing baseless claims online.

via The New York Times|

#biden #conspiracy-theory #politics

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Aberdeen Mayor Alleges Trump Staged Assassination Attempt

Douglas Orr, the Democrat mayor of Aberdeen, Washington, has sparked controversy by suggesting that former President Donald Trump staged an assassination attempt at a rally, which resulted in a bystander's death. Orr, who has no proof for his claims, posited that Trump may have cut his own ear to gain sympathy votes, drawing parallels to tactics used in professional wrestling. His comments have led to a petition for his removal from office, while the FBI continues to investigate the incident as a potential act of domestic terrorism.

via Daily Mail|

#aberdeen #assassination-attempt #conspiracy-theory

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Aberdeen Mayor Suggests Trump Assassination Attempt May Be Staged

Aberdeen Mayor Douglas Orr suggested that the assassination attempt on Donald Trump might have been staged, citing Trump's history of deceit and his own experiences with staged wrestling injuries. Orr's comments, made on Facebook, were later deleted due to backlash. He emphasized that his opinion was based on a gut feeling and called for independent doctors to review Trump's injury. Orr also claimed that some criticism against him stems from his sexual orientation.

via MyNorthwest|

#assassination-attempt #conspiracy-theory #donald-trump

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

"Protester Sets Himself Ablaze Near NYC Courthouse During Trump Trial"

A 37-year-old man, identified as Max Azzarello, set himself on fire near the New York City courthouse where former President Donald Trump is on trial. Azzarello, described as a "conspiracy theorist," doused himself with an accelerant, possibly an alcohol-based cleaning solution, and lit himself on fire. He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, while several police officers sustained minor injuries. Azzarello, who had been seen in the park for several days, left pamphlets with conspiracy theories before the incident. The NYPD is investigating his movements and reviewing his online presence.

via WABC-TV|

#conspiracy-theory #courthouse #crime

businesstech1 year ago•3 min saved

"Elon Musk's Unfiltered Comments: A Double-Edged Sword"

Elon Musk admitted in a deposition that his posts on Twitter may have financially harmed the company, acknowledging a "limited understanding" of the lawsuit against him for defamation. The lawsuit revolves around Musk's promotion of a far-right conspiracy theory falsely linking a man to an Oregon brawl. Musk expressed confusion about the case and accused the plaintiff's attorney of pursuing a cash grab. He also downplayed the impact of his posts and admitted to owning an account where he role-played as his own toddler son.

via The Verge|

#businesstech #conspiracy-theory #defamation-lawsuit

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

GOP Lawmaker Mistakenly Identifies Gonzaga Basketball Team as 'Illegal Invaders'

Michigan State Rep. Matt Maddock mistakenly identified the Gonzaga basketball team as "illegal invaders" being transported in buses, fueling unfounded claims about the Biden administration secretly flying migrants into the country. Despite evidence to the contrary, Maddock continued to push his false narrative, even dismissing the likelihood that the buses were for the NCAA athletes. His tweet was widely ridiculed, but he has shown no signs of backing down.

via Rolling Stone|

#conspiracy-theory #gonzaga #immigration

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

"Helldivers 2: The Illuminate Conspiracy Unveiled"

Helldivers 2 players are reporting sightings of a new enemy faction, The Illuminate, sparking conspiracy theories that they are already among us. Despite official denials, some players claim to have come under fire from a "vibrant blue laser" matching The Illuminate's signature weaponry. Super Earth High Command dismisses these claims, but the gaming community remains divided on whether the ancient enemy has returned to sabotage the war effort.

via Push Square|

#conspiracy-theory #gaming #gaming-community