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This week’s episode covers false claims about the horrific Hanukkah massacre in Sydney, Australia, with falsehoods aimed at the victims, the alleged shooters, and the man who disarmed one of the perpetrators. We break down how these narratives spread in different corners of the internet and why they continued to gain traction despite clear evidence to the contrary.
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Welcome to Reality Check, NewsGuard’s newsletter that tracks the false claims and conspiracy theories that shape our world — and who’s behind them. Support us by becoming a premium member or sharin...