Original article (in Serbian) was published on 16/4/2024; Author: Ivan Subotić A reader of FakeNews Tragac reported a disappointing experience after ordering Camper brand shoes from a website purportedly selling footwear. He received an unexpected surprise when the order arrived. “Instead of shoes, I was sent glasses like those used in 3D cinemas, worth no more […]
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Original article (in Albanian) was published on 6/2/2024; Author: Ilda Hoxha False medical professionals are still being utilized by online portals to provide seemingly trustworthy medical advice that recommends purchasing various products. ‘Faktoje’ has recently verified another instance where an article, under the guise of medical guidance, promoted a product for treating vein-related problems. Articles shared […]
Original article (in Slovenian) was published on 8/2/2024; Author: Martin Justin The Planet Lepote website is operated by ATS Splet, a limited liability company which also operates the Vitalia online shop that sells food supplements. In a post dated January 23 of this year, the Planet Lepote website featured five substances, described as nootropics, claimed to […]
Original article (in Serbian) was published on 17/11/2023; Author: Milica Ljubičić A German doctor who advertises a miraculous supplement that solves joint problems and a Norwegian doctor who praises a preparation for treating diabetes at home are just two of the numerous advertisements for supplements that you can come across on some of the web portals […]
Original article (in Serbian) was published on 13/10/2023; Author: Danijela Vujinović The product Hypertea is presented on the cenacpa.rs website as a tea that is the miracle fix for hypertension, promising to directly target the root cause of the condition, alleviate its symptoms, and potentially prevent heart attacks and strokes. But hold on to your teacups, […]