The video narrator outlines six stages of infection, beginning with parasite eggs being transferred to the lips and hatching in the stomach. The parasite is then said to attack the immune system and build a nest in the brain to manipulate chemicals. “You become more irritable, reckless, and your reflexes slow down,” the video claims. … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Several posts on Instagram [archive] and Facebook claim that an Israeli missile accidentally hit the North Korean embassy in Tehran, Iran. The posts include a photo of a burned-out building. The narrative sparked fears that North Korea, as a nuclear-armed state, would be drawn into a war between Iran, Israel, and the United States. … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Images claiming that Iran captured members of the Delta Force, the United States (US) military’s elite unit, have been circulating on Facebook [archive] since March 6, 2026. The three images show a line of men in combat uniforms escorted by masked soldiers and kneeling near a portrait of former Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the Iranian … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A video claimed to be a Chinese military arms parade sent to support Iran circulated on Facebook [archive] on March 4, 2026. The footage shows rows of soldiers, a parade of missiles, warships, fighter jets, and even armored tanks. The footage also features clips of several world leaders: Chinese President Xi Jinping, North Korean … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A number of Facebook [archive] and TikTok posts on March 4, 2026, spread claims that Iran had surrendered in the war against Israel and the United States, which has been ongoing since February 28, 2026. These posts stated that Iran surrendered after its capital, Tehran, was bombarded by the two countries. “After being … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A number of posts circulated on Instagram [archive], TikTok, and Facebook on Wednesday, February 25, claiming that the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) had announced a megathrust earthquake alert across Indonesian islands in 2026. The post shared on Wednesday included the BMKG logo, two men in white uniforms, and a map of earthquake … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A Facebook account named “Bansos Kemensos” [archive] spread the claim that KTPs (ID cards) contain Rp2.5 million in aid for February and March 2026. The content, uploaded on February 4, 2026, shared a link to check the KTP at https://pendaftaran19.online-ri.com. The link prompted residents to fill out a registration form with various personal details. So, … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Two videos claiming that Malaysian currency is rejected in Thailand, the Philippines, and Saudi Arabia as the rupiah strengthens circulated on Instagram [archive], Facebook, and TikTok on January 27, 2026. The videos show several content creators discussing the rejection of Malaysian ringgit at currency exchange services in several Southeast Asian countries. “Malaysia is … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Content claiming that showering at particular hours could impact health conditions was shared by a Facebook account [archive] on January 22, 2026. The post warns against showering between 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m., claiming that doing so risks contracting chronic fatigue, wet lungs, … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – A video claiming Israel bombed Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s hideout was shared on Instagram [archive], Facebook, and TikTok in January 2026. The video shows a building on top of a hill that was destroyed being bombarded multiple times. “The Iran bunker, the hideout of the Iranian president, was bombed by Israel. The body of … Read more