Fake News: Social Media Posters Caught Out in the Funniest Ways

Jane Francis

Powerade in the 70s?

This photo does look like a night time picture of a supermarket in the 1970s. But take a closer look. Do you see the Powerade in the photo? Yes, the same Powerade that was invented in the late 1980s?

This sounds like a strange thing to lie about. I mean why would someone even post this with a date at least 10 years before the snap was taken? Unless they legitimately didn’t have a clue. Another reason could be the poster wanted to see how many gullible people fell for it. But still – what’s the point really?

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Jane Francis, at the dynamic age of 40, ingeniously combines her roles as a travel journalist, gourmet chef, and doting single mother. Her insatiable curiosity and passion for exploration are reflected in her vivid writing and global culinary influences. A lover of authenticity, Jane creates memorable experiences, turning her journeys into a symphony of flavors and stories.