copenlu/druid huggingface dataset:
Claim: An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? (Social Media Users, 2024-03-14)
Evidence (2024-03-18): Dying SpaceX Rocket Caused Illuminated Swirl Over Iceland, Not Alien Invasion! [...] Contrary to claims suggesting alien involvement, the illuminated swirl seen over Iceland was a natural phenomenon caused by the death throes of a SpaceX rocket. This occurrence is not unprecedented and is known as a "SpaceX spiral," which is expected to become more common with the increasing frequency of Space X satellite launches. Therefore, there is no evidence to support the claim of alien invasion or extraterrestrial activity related to this event. Title:SpaceX Rocket's Death Throes Cause Illuminated Swirl Over Iceland, Not Alien Invasion
Claim: An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? (Social Media Users, 2024-03-14)
Evidence (1999-12-31): Spiral Aurora over Iceland 2023 January 10: [...] A Spiral Aurora over Iceland 2021 September 11: [...] A Spiral Aurora over Iceland 2015 September 14:
Claim: An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? (Social Media Users, 2024-03-14)
Evidence (2024-05-07): Seung Hye Yang was photographing the Aurora Borealis from Iceland on March 12, 2024, when a strange spiral suddenly appeared in the sky, and then disappeared as quickly as it formed. Had Yang just witnessed a portal through space to another dimension? No, this presentation had Earthly origins.
Claim: An illuminated swirl over the skies of Iceland!!Alien Invasion? (Social Media Users, 2024-03-14)
Evidence (2020-03-09): In a climatic sequence, Jack and Julia inside the bubbleship are pursued by drones through an electrical lighting storm. Mayer worked with the film’s aerial unit in Iceland to acquire F65 background plates that served for portions of the chase. Pixomondo created the clouds, storm and illumination mostly using Terragen. "It was very helpful to get the boiling and swirling of the clouds to the right menacing amount," says Mayer. "We added some closeup volumetrics and simulated rain drops for the immediate foreground. The lightning itself was a CG and comp trick."
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-09-21): The claims that former minister Ravi Karunanayake and SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella have left Sri Lanka are baseless. Both Lakshman Kiriella's personal statement and confirmation from Ravi Karunanayake's media secretary show that these politicians are still in the country.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-10-02): The YouTuber also mentioned that Jayam Ravi told him he left their home under immense pressure. Jayam Ravi also agreed to comments made by fellow actor Vikram regarding his situation. During a promotion for Ponniyin Selvan, Vikram joked about asking Jayam Ravi if he had any pocket money, to which Ravi replied that he asks his wife for money.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-10-08): Ravi has officially left VIXX. Jellyfish Entertainment confirmed the rapper’s departure in an official statement. Kim Wonsik also issued an apology following his military-related scandal. Ravi’s Departure From VIXX Confirmed By Jellyfish Entertainment Jellyfish Entertainment shared an official statement confirming Ravi’s departure from VIXX. "After careful discussion between Ravi and the agency, it was decided that he will leave the team as of today," the statement read. The agency also apologized "for causing trouble to the fans who support VIXX."
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2018-12-31): The move is a direct attack on Kiriella who stood up against President Maithripala Sirisena during the meetings held between the President and the UNF party leaders on resolving the political crisis. At the last meeting held between the two parties, Kiriella openly said the President had violated the Constitution and the Judiciary would rule against the President’s actions. [...] Sources close to the Prime Minister said Wickremesinghe had told Kiriella today that he was unaware of the development and it was the President who had committed the institutions. Kiriella is scheduled to meet Wickremesinghe on Monday to further discuss the situation. However, Kiriella has informed his friends and family that he would resign from the ministerial post under the current circumstances, as he cannot "face his supporters".
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2016-03-02): Minister of University Education, Lakshman Kiriella is in a soup after he tried to influence his way to get a supporter appointed to the Kelaniya University. [...] Reacting to this blatant misuse of power, Dr. Nirmal Ranjith Dewasiri, former FUTA president said that Kiriella must resign from his ministerial portfolio for issuing this letter, misusing his position as the subject minister. "FUTA must take the lead, along with the support of all other university unions and lecturers, to pressure him into resigning," Devasiri said. [...] Secretary of their association N.G.A. Karunatilake wrote to Lakshman Kiriella, alleging it was a political appointment. The lecturers demand the cancellation of the appointment before December 20, or warned of union action if the demand was not met. The appointment was subsequently cancelled.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2014-03-27): The Opposition is calling on the Government to restore more democracy, rule of law and media freedom in Sri Lanka in order to reduce the international pressure. United National Party Parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella, upon his return from Geneva, emphasises that if the Government takes the above steps, the Opposition will support it to overcome the resolution at the Geneva Human Rights Council.The party bigwig points out that the heavily-discussed resolution is not against Sri Lanka as the present regime claims, but purely against the Rajapaksa Government. "The Government is saying the resolution is to divide the country, but it speaks of a united Sri Lanka. This signifies that the international community accepts the fact that Sri Lanka has to be united," he noted.Following are excerpts of the interview:Q: Why did you go to Geneva? A: I went for the Inter Parliamentary Union Conference (IPU), which is almost next door to the United Nations Human Rights Council. Most of the delegates who had come for the IPU also took part in the UN Human Rights Council deliberations.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2017-07-30): Minster Foreign Affairs and Lotteries Ravi and his wife Mela – Photo via his Facebook [...] She also said that the current Minister of Foreign Affairs Ravi Karunanayake had called her father Nikhil last week.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2022-07-22): In this photo provided by Sri Lankan President’s Office, lawmaker Lakshman Kiriella, left, former president Maithripala Sirisena, center and former prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, right attend the swearing in ceremony of Sri Lanka’s newly elected president Ranil Wickremesinghe, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Thursday, July 21, 2022. (Sri Lankan President’s Office via AP)
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-09-21): Claims That Ravi Karunanayake and Lakshman Kiriella Have Left Sri Lanka Are False! [...] As the country heads to the polls on election day, social media platforms have been flooded with claims that former minister and United National Party (UNP) member Ravi Karunanayake & Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member of Parliament Lakshman Kiriella, has left Sri Lanka. [...] The claims that former minister Ravi Karunanayake and SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella have left Sri Lanka are baseless. Both Lakshman Kiriella's personal statement and confirmation from Ravi Karunanayake's media secretary show that these politicians are still in the country.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-09-15): made to newcomers - RW takes charge of more campaign work including speakers’ list; seeks support from Niraj and Channa - SLPPers disgruntled in RW camp, Geetha turns to SJB; RW removes state ministers, calls Shasheendra - SJBers’ group reaches out to RW camp, not taken seriously; Rohini’s 2nd vote campaign raises objections - Clashes increase within SJB camp, witnessed in Kandy rally; Kiriella-Wasantha Yapa clash hits campaign - Competition intensifies for PM post within Sajith’s camp; media hit on Sajith-Namal ‘deal’ - Special security for AKD with focus on health; water and glass to drink water for AKD carried separately - Ravi notes blocks in probes, RW says cases on Rajapaksas a matter for court; Namal’s rally attacked - ITAK split widens with one group claiming support for Sajith; ITAK to meet today to discuss support - Dilith cautions people to make correct decision at polls to avoid irreversible mistake for people, nation [...] Some senior SJBers, it is learnt, had pointed to the growing tensions in the Premadasa campaign and the SJB camp in Kandy. They have noted that Kiriella’s plan of entering the next Parliament through the National List while getting his daughter to contest from Kandy and enter Parliament was now creating issues within the SJB organisation in Kandy.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2019-08-14): Kiriella also claimed that the proposed Status of Forces (SOFA) agreement has so far only amounted to letters being exchanged. "The agreement was initiated by President Chandrika Kumaratunga.These were done by your Governments.We are bound to implement those agreements signed by previous Governments. We will send all the drafts to the Attorney General. They will ensure that there’s nothing in them that are harmful to the country’s sovereignty. We will only sign them after obtaining the approval of the Attorney General," he added. [...] However, Kiriella told Parliament that when Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana was in the US conducting negotiations on extending the SOFA, he had insisted that any US citizen suspected of an offence committed in this country will be subjected to Sri Lankan jurisdiction. [...] The recent withdrawal of the Electricity (Amendment) Bill will stagnate the development of renewable energy power plants in the country, Power and Renewable Energy Minister Ravi Karunanayake said yesterday.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2019-09-10): "This led to a verbal tirade between the two ministers. Mr. Kiriella accused Mr. Hashim of letting down the party on four counts. He said Mr. Hashim was sworn in by the President as a minister despite instructions by the Prime Minister not to do so and was known to be having underhand dealings with the President against the party. Mr. Kiriella also said Mr. Hashim had met SLPP’s presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa in secret. ‘You were exposed by Minister Navin Dissanayake regarding your surreptitious meeting with Gotabaya. Then, you admitted it. I am ashamed to associate with people like you in the Government,’ he said and also accused him of conducting public rallies all over the country regardless of the party’s position. ‘It is shameful that you do these things as the chairman of the party. You better resign from the party and do what you want,’ Mr. Kiriella said. [...] In this whole macabre episode, that job was left to Minister Lakshman Kiriella. Lakshman Kiriella showed the way and he was proved effective, as Kabir bent down meekly and walked away. This is an example for other leaders in the party who should come forward to cover up the fragile points of the Party Leader. The Grand Old Party must have strong and convinced frontline men who would drive away the rats and white-anting termites out of it. We have been missing Ravi Karunanayake for a long time but Rajitha Senaratne is a safe strongman.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2000-12-24): But very slowly Ratnapura is now adding a few tourist attractions providingfacilities for nature lovers. Kiriella was never a destination for overseas visitors nor for Sri Lankans. [...] Wijeya Holiday Resort in Epitawela, Kiriella is owned by Wijeya group of companies, who mainly deal with gem related businesses.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2019-09-08): Those taking part in Firday’s meeting at Temple Trees chaired by Wickrmesinghe were Kabir Hashim, Malik Samarawickrema, Gamini Jayawickrema Perera, Daya Gamage, John Ameratunga, Lakshman Kiriella, Ranjith Madduma Bandara, Ravi Karunanayake, Ajith Perera, Akila Viraj Kariyawasam and Fielf Marshal Sarath Fonseka. [...] Joining in to back Kiriella were Ministers Daya Gamage and Gaminia Jayawickrema Perera. Gamage said that Kiriella should be given two portfolios and not one. Perera added that Kiriella worked both as Minister and Leader of the House – a position for which Wickremesinghe remarked that Kiriella should be given his rightful place for his hard work. Kiriella was talking of "bella kapena weda" when Hashim rose from his seat and ostensibly walked out of the meeting. Kiriella did not stop his tirade but went on to say that it is hirikithai or disgusting as it came from people who spoke of party unity. He called for Hashim’s resignation. Commenting on crowds that gathered at meetings supporting Premadasa in Badulla, Matara and Kurunegala, Minister Daya Gamage remarked "Apith rasveem thiyala pennan nam" we will also hold meetings to display our crowds.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-01-01): Hadukanda Road Kiriella, Ratnapura 70000 Sri Lanka [...] Situated in a 15 acre serenity of Rubber and low grown Tea plantation in Kiriella. Aapprox. 1 1/2 Hour drive from Colombo. Four cottage typed rooms to comfortably accommodate 11 adult and four children. Rooms comprise A/C, fans, flat screen televisions with satellite channels, attached bathrooms with hot and cold water and comfortable beds and soft linen with uniquely designed drapes and coverlets. The well equipped kitchen/pantry will facilitate the guests to cook on their own or the well-trained 'Appu' at your service is ready to cook meals of your choice. Dining facilities for approx.50 Pax and Barbeque facility is also available. The functioning swimming pool will be soon added with a natural swimming pool from the flow of gushing waters of Kiriella falls in the vicinity. The natural stream flowing through the estate makes the Tappers' Village an idean location for a complete relaxation. One could witness plucking of tea, tapping of rubber and also processing of rubber sheets, while you enjoy the comforts on offer at the resort. A tour to a planted rain forest is 3 km away. [...] Tappers Village Estate Bungalow, Kiriella is really a beautiful place, there was a good staff, they were friendly with us and provided us with everything we needed, the food was also very good and delicious. The environment was very free and the experience in the natural swimming pool was really great. Very good place, we were very happy. Thanks to everyone at Tappers village
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2016-06-20): A senior official of the Finance Ministry has expressed shock over Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake’s ignorance over the alleged scam, which has resulted in the country, and the Finance Ministry suffering direct losses amounting to millions of rupees. [...] "It is time for Ravi Karunanayake to come out of his narrow political affiliations and present himself as the Minister of Finance who has been entrusted with the country’s public finance of the country," the Finance Ministry Official added.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2020-02-17): Jayawardena (lawyer)+ Lakshman Kiriella (b 1948 ,Educated at Royal College,,lawyer,Former Minister,MP from Kandy 1989-2021)(Leader of the house 2015-2019)(Held the ministries of Public [...] Kiriella (Consultant Paediatrician in UK)+Varindha [...] Kiriella (Barrister UK and SL Lawyer)+ Janaka Herat 7 Lankesha Herat 7 Manika Herat 6 Dhinuk Kiriella (Barrister UK,BA Hons,UK,Degree in law UK)
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2024-10-08): In Sri Lanka, Finance Ministry Ravi Karunanayake said his country’s new insurance cover had eased the burden on the government to provide emergency assistance and long term recovery efforts after May’s crisis.
Claim: Ravi and Kiriella left the country !! (Social Media Users, 2024-09-21)
Evidence (2020-09-12): The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has taken legal action against the daughter of MP Lakshman Kiriella for clearing an eco-sensitive area in the Hanthana Reserve.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2022-10-15): According to our investigation, we were able to find out that the social media claims which claim that Cartoon Network will be shut down are misleading. What’s really going to happen is that two brands that have been prevailing under the same company Warner Bros. Discovery will be merged and will work as one division yet keep their distinctive identities.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2024-07-09): Recently, social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) saw the hashtag #RIPCartoonNetwork trending, sparking concerns among fans about the channel's alleged closure. The trend began with a video posted by "Animation Workers Ignited," a group representing animation industry workers, claiming that "Cartoon Network is essentially dead." This video highlighted significant challenges faced by animation studios, including layoffs and job losses despite the industry's ability to continue production remotely during the pandemic. [...] Amidst the viral spread of the hashtag, rumors began circulating that Cartoon Network itself was shutting down. However, these rumors were debunked. The intention behind #RIPCartoonNetwork was not to announce the closure of the channel but to shed light on the challenges faced by animation industry workers and advocate for better working conditions. [...] In conclusion, while #RIPCartoonNetwork brought attention to important issues within the animation sector, including job insecurity and studio practices, Cartoon Network itself is not shutting down and remains a vital part of the entertainment industry.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2022-10-12): The merger of Warner Bros. and Discovery to form Warner Bros. Discovery has caused a lot of discussion and controversy over the past few months. However, a new online rumor suggests that due to a merger of Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network studios, Cartoon Network will be shutting down. [...] Is Cartoon Network shutting down? At the current time, Cartoon Network is not shutting down. This rumor seems to originate from a Fandom page that has since been deleted by the Fandom wiki’s moderators. The brand, studio, and channel will continue to exist. This change happens behind the scenes, and it won’t affect the programming nor the branding viewers see on the screen at the current time.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2024-08-09): R.I.P., CartoonNetwork.com. As of Aug. 8, the channel’s former content hub no longer exists, instead redirecting animation enthusiasts to Max.com, where they can sign up for a subscription to stream their favorite new and classic cartoons. So, what led Warner Bros. Discovery to pull the plug? "We are focusing on the Cartoon Network shows and social media where we find consumers are the most engaged and there is a meaningful potential for growth," a rep for the network said in a statement. "While we have closed some digital products, fans can continue to interact with Cartoon Network via the Cartoon Network app as well as select TV providers apps on platforms including mobile and connected devices like Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon and via social platforms YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook." Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision to shutter the Cartoon Network homepage comes just two months after Paramount similarly took down ComedyCentral.com, a move that outraged longtime consumers of the brand. The two actions aren’t entirely comparable, however, as Comedy Central’s website housed decades of content that was unavailable anywhere else — including popular clips from The Daily Show and The Colbert Report — whereas Cartoon Network’s roster of original series are still largely available to stream on Max and on the app.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2024-07-10): CARTOON Network has spoken out following claims it could be heading for a shutdown. [...] The post has since amassed over 8 million views, and #RIPCartoonNetwork began trending on the social media platform. [...] On July 9, 2024, Cartoon Base posted, "The original Cartoon Network Studios shut down.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2024-02-15): Cartoon Network seems to be nearly defunct, although the Warner Bros. gods have maintained that it still exists. However, classic Cartoon Network shows, such as The Powerpuff Girls and Adventure Time, appear on more streaming platforms. The current network’s animation is tragically tame and we can’t help but wonder what happened to our favorite childhood channel. [...] Even at that time, Cartoon Network Studios still focused on original content while Warner Bros. Animation was used for classic franchises. But on July 9, 2023, it was announced that the location of Cartoon Network Studios would be closing its doors. Likely to cut costs, the Burbank building, which held the production of all Cartoon Network series, closed its doors on Aug. 1, 2023. [...] By doing this, the new conglomerate can make money through advertising on the streamers’ platforms while forfeiting the need to pay royalties to the shows’ creators. All of these factors have led to Cartoon Network’s downfall as we know it, but luckily, we can still stream all of our favorite shows on other platforms.
Claim: The Cartoon Network will be shut down !! (Social Media Users, 2022-10-15)
Evidence (2022-10-18): Amid Rumors, Cartoon Network Announces It's Not Shutting Down "Ya’ll, we’re not dead — we’re just turning 30," the company said in a Tweet. ’80s and ’90s babies the world over recoiled in horror last week as rumors of Cartoon Network’s closure began to swirl across the Internet. Now, Cartoon Network itself has debunked those rumors with a self-aware tweet that read "Yall we’re not dead, we’re just turning 30." [...] As part of the recent merger between Warner Bros. and Discovery, Cartoon Network was set to be combined with Warner Bros. Animation — but news that the freshly-merged company had laid off 82 staffers across its animation, scripted and unscripted departments caused a minor social media panic, with plenty of speculation that Cartoon Network, which was founded in 1992, would be gone for good. However, per Variety, the layoffs are part of the freshly-minted conglomerate’s cost-cutting maneuvers, along with reductions at HBO and HBO Max, both of which have seen a reduction in staff and programming. Variety also reviewed a memo to Warner Bros. and Discovery staffers from group chairman Channing Dungey that read the company would have a "new streamlined structure" for animation but did not note any specific program cancellations.