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Terrified dad hits out after ill son wrongly identified as sex offender on Facebook

A father fears for his son’s safety after a case of mistaken identity linking him to a sex offender accusation by a vigilante group.

Ben Fogle's wife reveals horror at being reported to social services

Social media backlash can lead to false accusations and investigations by social services, profoundly affecting families.

Terrified dad hits out after ill son wrongly identified as sex offender on Facebook

A father fears for his son’s safety after a case of mistaken identity linking him to a sex offender accusation by a vigilante group.

Ben Fogle's wife reveals horror at being reported to social services

Social media backlash can lead to false accusations and investigations by social services, profoundly affecting families.
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Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them Guilty

Five men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.

Mom-of-three protester sues NYC over 'bogus' terror charges, claims NYPD, Adams fueled accusations

A mother sues NYPD and Mayor for $2.5 million after false terrorism accusations during a protest, leading to her anxiety and charges dropped.

Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them Guilty

Five men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.

Mom-of-three protester sues NYC over 'bogus' terror charges, claims NYPD, Adams fueled accusations

A mother sues NYPD and Mayor for $2.5 million after false terrorism accusations during a protest, leading to her anxiety and charges dropped.
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Haitians in Ohio find solidarity at church after chaotic week of false pet-eating claims

Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, face false accusations and heightened tensions fueled by political figures, prompting calls for truth and community support.

Exclusive | Killer grandmother in UES murder-suicide left 7-page note detailing cancer suffering, child abuse accusations: sources

The suicide note of a terminally ill grandmother who committed murder-suicide reveals deep-seated family conflicts and mental distress.

Trump Campaign Immediately Drops Ad Attacking Kamala Harris Over Southern Border and Her Laugh

The Trump campaign released a video attacking Vice President Kamala Harris for the administration's handling of the southern border.

Biden and Mayorkas still owe border agents an apology for 'whipping' lie

Border agent falsely accused of whipping migrants receives award for anti-smuggling work, no apology from Biden or Mayorkas.
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Jon Pretty, Statement

Jon Pretty received an apology and settlement after being falsely accused of misconduct, leading to significant personal and professional harm.

Hampstead mothers falsely accused of being Satanic paedophiles speak out in Channel 4 film

Innocent mothers falsely accused of being Satanic paedophiles spoke out about clearing their names.
Internet trolls posted names of mothers as cult members after false claims by children at a primary school.

Jon Pretty, Statement

Jon Pretty received an apology and settlement after being falsely accused of misconduct, leading to significant personal and professional harm.

Hampstead mothers falsely accused of being Satanic paedophiles speak out in Channel 4 film

Innocent mothers falsely accused of being Satanic paedophiles spoke out about clearing their names.
Internet trolls posted names of mothers as cult members after false claims by children at a primary school.
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Disgusting!' Biden Campaign Manager Hits Back At Trump For Blatantly False' Abortion Claim Dems Want To Execute Babies'

Trump falsely accuses Democrats of supporting post-birth execution of babies to distract from his unpopular policies.
The Biden campaign reaffirms their support for Roe v. Wade and emphasizes the importance of a woman's right to choose in healthcare decisions.

FilmWatch Weekly: Turkish masterpiece 'About Dry Grasses,' plus spring horror in 'Late Night with the Devil' and 'Immaculate'

Dry Grasses is an intimate epic by director Nuri Bilge Ceylan set in an isolated rural village in Anatolia, focusing on human truths and relationships.
The film features naturalistic performances that enhance the lengthy dialogue-heavy scenes, keeping the audience engaged throughout.

Donelan sorry for distraction' false Hamas claim that cost taxpayer 15,000 caused

The UK Science Secretary, Michelle Donelan, publicly apologized for falsely suggesting an academic had extremist views on social media.
Ms. Donelan retracted her comments, agreed to pay damages, and acknowledged there was no evidence to support her initial allegations.

What to know about the $148M defamation verdict against Rudy Giuliani

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani has been ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation case.
The jury ruled that Giuliani falsely accused two women of tampering with election results in Georgia.

Giuliani trial live updates: Jury deliberations continue in defamation case

A federal jury in Washington is deliberating on the damages Rudy Giuliani must pay to two Georgia election workers
The workers sued Giuliani for falsely accusing them of helping to steal the 2020 presidential election

Cal Lutheran says Libs of TikTok viral post in which professor wishes Trump dead is fake

False accusations against a California Lutheran University professor by a right-wing social media account sparked backlash and police investigation.

Terrell Davis, N.F.L. Hall of Famer, Says He Was Unjustly Detained on Flight

Terrell Davis, a Hall of Famer, faced humiliation after being detained for lightly tapping a flight attendant's arm, showcasing issues of mistaken accusations and unjust treatment.

AI Detectors Get It Wrong. Writers Are Being Fired Anyway

AI detection tools can impact innocent writers, leading to job loss.
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