Claims have circulated on social media that a young Bangladeshi couple performing Umrah in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, were executed for kissing within the Haram area. Some posts claim that the couple had recently married and that the Bangladeshi government was not informed of their execution in advance. In October 2026, Bangladesh’s The Daily Star reported that two Bangladeshi nationals had been executed in Saudi Arabia. Citing a statement from the Saudi Ministry of Interior, the

A video titled “The Mountain Disappeared in Seconds” is circulating on social media, showing a massive mountainside collapsing as a cloud of dust fills the sky. Some users are presenting the footage as a historical video recording. Fact-check: The event was real, but some versions of the circulating video have been processed using artificial intelligence. The 1980 volcanic eruption is documented in historical sources. However, it is important not to confuse a video created b

A video showing a giant horned creature emerging from the water beside a cruise ship is circulating on social media. Some users are presenting it as an unknown creature living in the depths of the ocean. However, there is no reliable scientific evidence that such a creature has been discovered. The original source of the video, as well as the time and location where it was filmed, have not yet been established. The footage shows people on the deck of a cruise ship looking o

Rumors claiming that Russian singer Alla Pugacheva has died are circulating on social media. However, the latest information published in open sources does not confirm these claims. On October 7, 2026, the Russian news outlet Moscow 24 reported that the 77-year-old singer had been spotted in Limassol, Cyprus. According to the outlet, blogger Yegor Vilms met the singer and published photos of her. In addition, on October 12, the Russian outlet Fontanka published a recent pho

A video claiming that live baby dinosaurs are being sold in Kyrgyzstan has circulated on social media. It shows small, black creatures resembling ancient reptiles eating grain inside a cage. The person behind the video claims that they are available at a wholesale price of 5,000 Kyrgyz soms each, with delivery available to all regions. The footage may surprise viewers. However, scientific evidence indicates that non-avian dinosaurs became extinct millions of years ago, and th

A video showing a large snake emerging from a toilet bowl has been circulating on social media and Telegram channels. Published with the caption “Shocking News. In Our Country,” the footage creates the impression that the incident took place in a household in Uzbekistan. In the video, the head and front part of a large snake emerge from a toilet drain. After looking around, the animal retreats back into the pipe. The frightening images and the caption “In Our Country” may cau

Videos and photographs claiming to show real mermaids continue to circulate on social media. Some posts allegedly show a mermaid washed ashore in Thailand, while others depict a mysterious creature swimming near the coast of Greece. These images are often shared with sensational headlines suggesting that scientists have discovered evidence of mythical sea creatures. But do these videos really prove that mermaids exist? What is the truth behind the famous Animal Planet televi

Instagram user @muxriddin_vlogs has reported seeing an object resembling an alien spacecraft in the sky at 4:45 a.m. The claim may attract interest among social media users. However, reports of an unidentified object being observed do not necessarily mean it is connected to extraterrestrial life. What is the claim? According to the user, they saw an unusual object in the night sky and published a post about it on Instagram. However, detailed information about the object's sha

A message is circulating online claiming that citizens of Uzbekistan can receive up to 35 million soums under a new social support program. The message invites people to check their eligibility by visiting the website uzbekiston.polmark2026.xyz. Such claims may attract particular attention from people in need of financial assistance. However, the message does not clearly explain who is eligible, what requirements applicants must meet, or which government agency is responsibl

Photos and videos showing the remains of a strange marine creature allegedly discovered on the coast of Russia’s Sakhalin Island have once again been circulating on social media and various websites. The posts claim that the carcass could be a “prehistoric creature,” an “animal from the age of dinosaurs,” or even an “unknown species that scientists cannot identify.” At first glance, the remains do appear unusual and unlike most marine animals. Long hair-like structures, an o

Imagine receiving an email from someone claiming to be an employee of a major French bank. The message says that you may be entitled to an inheritance worth $57.5 million from a person you have never met. All you need to do is provide a few personal details — your full name, home address, phone number, and occupation. At first glance, it may sound like an extraordinary stroke of luck. However, an examination of the message reveals that it bears all the hallmarks of one of the

In recent days, a message widely circulated on social media, particularly on the Telegram channel “Xokim buva!”, claiming that “Drivers who exceed the speed limit by more than 80 km/h will have their licenses revoked.” The post referred to a draft law currently under consideration by the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis and stated that drivers exceeding the speed limit by more than 80 km/h would be deprived of the right to drive and face substantial fines. The claim spa

In May 2026, videos claiming that a crocodile had been spotted in the Great Fergana Canal in Uzbekistan’s Namangan Region spread rapidly across social media. According to the posts, an unidentified creature was seen moving on the water's surface, leading some users to speculate that it was a crocodile. The footage quickly attracted thousands of views and sparked widespread public discussion. Some social media pages went even further, warning residents living near the canal a

Strange claims about Lake Fundudzi in South Africa have been circulating widely on social media. According to these stories, water collected from the lake mysteriously disappears from sealed containers, the lake cannot be scientifically studied, and researchers who drank its water died under mysterious circumstances. Some videos even describe the lake as “a mystery that science has failed to explain.” A Sacred Lake Surrounded by Ancient Legends Lake Fundudzi is located in

Posts and videos circulating on social media claim that giant anacondas or tiger pythons live in the Bobotog area of Surkhandarya Region, Uzbekistan. Some publications suggest that these large snakes can be found in the Bobotog Mountains and surrounding areas. Where Do Anacondas Live? Anacondas (snakes of the genus Eunectes) are among the largest snakes in the world. They are native to the tropical regions of South America, particularly in countries such as Brazil, Venezuel

Videos circulating on social media claim that “a Greenland shark born in 1620 has been discovered. These sharks live longer than any other living creature on Earth and reach reproductive age at 120 years old.” The videos are often presented as sensational stories, suggesting that sharks born in the early 17th century are still swimming in the oceans today. But how accurate is this claim? Where Did This Claim Come From? In 2016, a study published in the journal Science attra

In recent years, cybercrime in Uzbekistan has not only increased in frequency but also become a serious threat to society and the economy. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the number of cybercrimes has increased 68-fold over the past five years. While 863 cybercrimes were committed in 2019, this figure is expected to reach 58,800 by 2024. In 2024, a total of 132,298 crimes were committed nationwide. The crime rate per 10,000 residents increased from 28.3 to 35.6

In recent days, messages have been circulating on social media claiming that “toothpicks infected with HIV are allegedly being found in fruits.” Some posts present this information as if it comes from a “reliable source” or a “sanitary inspector.” However, this information has no basis and is considered fake. 🔍 Origin of the Rumors Such messages first appeared in the early 2010s in various countries. For example, in Russia, Kazakhstan, Egypt, India, and even the USA, rumors

"A bear ate sheep in front of a shepherd 😱😱. The incident occurred in the Jizzakh region." A video distributed on the "Yulduzlari" Telegram channel is intended to warn people. However, there are currently no confirmed or verified sources. This information is spread only through social media posts and viral videos. Official bodies, media outlets, and independent sources have not confirmed this incident. Furthermore, the report has not been confirmed by the Department of Eco

Recently, cases of fraudulent activity have become more frequent, with scammers posing as the IMZO factory misleading people. Fraudsters exploit the company's recognizable brand and logo, create fake websites that resemble the official website, publish supposed "promotions" and "discounts," and then demand prepayment before disappearing. Fake order forms, "official" documents, and receipts bearing the IMZO logo are also common, used to lend a veneer of legitimacy to fraudulen