No credible evidence supports claims that mpox was deliberately created or exaggerated
Mpox is a naturally occurring zoonotic virus first identified in 1958. Scientific consensus firmly rejects conspiracy theories lacking evidence for manufactured origins or deliberate exaggeration.
Understanding alternative theories and why people believe them
Conspiracy theories propose hidden motives behind major events. The article examines ten prominent examples and explains why experts dismiss them, noting their psychological appeal and social impact.
Examining conspiracy theories about population control and the evidence behind them
The concept of 'manufactured human culling' lacks credible evidence and stems from conspiracy theories. Real concerns about population, health and inequality are addressed through science, ethics and international cooperation, not deliberate harm.
What does the evidence show about the origins of the virus that caused the pandemic?
Scientists largely support a natural origin for COVID-19, though a lab-leak remains under investigation. No conclusive evidence of deliberate engineering has been found.
The claim that AIDS was deliberately manufactured is a conspiracy theory without scientific basis
Scientific evidence shows HIV originated naturally from primates through zoonotic transmission. Conspiracy theories about deliberate creation lack credible support and have hindered public health efforts.
