Conversation 2A (Reflect 3) | U3p38: Extension (Fake News) | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

"Woman Tries to Take Out Loan Using Dead Uncle's Identity."

True. In April 2024, a woman in Brazil attempted to secure a loan by bringing her deceased uncle into a bank, leading to her arrest. 💰

"Japanese Dog Appointed Honorary Mayor."

True. In Kameoka, Japan, a dog named Maggie was appointed honorary mayor on November 1st, celebrated as "Dog Day" in Japan. 🐕

"Babysitter Finds Intruder Hiding Under Child's Bed."

True. In Great Bend, Kansas, a babysitter aimed to reassure a child about imaginary monsters under the bed but discovered a real intruder hiding there. 😳

"Man Dies After Eating 41 Eggs for a Bet."

True. In Uttar Pradesh, India, a man attempted to eat 50 eggs to settle a bet. Tragically, he collapsed and died after consuming his 41st egg. 🥚

"New Zealand company creates edible coffee cups to reduce waste."

True. They've been tested by Air New Zealand (2020, but still true).

"Spanish town uses goats instead of lawnmowers to cut grass in public parks."

Fake. Inspired by real trials in some cities, but no town-wide plan.

In Alabama, Kentucky, and Georgia, it's against the law to walk down the street with an ice cream cone in your back pocket.

Fake. This claim is actually an urban legend.

"Japanese school bans smiling in class photos."

Fake. A twist on real strict school policies, but this one’s made up. 😃

"French bakery fined for being open seven days a week."

Fake – Inspired by real regulations, but this headline isn't true. 🥖

You can't make faces at a dog in Ohio.

True. If you make faces at a dog in Ohio, silly or not, it could result in a fine or jail time! 🐶

"Hippos Can 'Fly' Due to Their Running Speed."

True. Research in 2024 found that hippos can become airborne for about 15% of their running stride cycle. 🦛

"Killer Whales Observed Hunting and Killing Great White Sharks."

True. In 2024, scientists recorded instances of orcas attacking and killing great white sharks to consume their livers. 🦈

"New Zealand Airport Limits Goodbyes to Three Minutes to Prevent Congestion."

True. In October 2024, Dunedin Airport in New Zealand implemented a policy limiting farewells to three minutes to ease traffic flow in drop-off areas. ✈️