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False: Water in container does not prove Chinese astronauts are not in space

5 July 20228 July 2022 4 min read

Experts say it is possible for water to remain inside a container in space because of surface tension. It is also possible to fill a container with water in a space station.

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False: ‘Falling dust,’ mobile phones and haircut do not prove Chinese astronauts are not in space

26 October 20213 July 2022 3 min read

An expert said dust particles may appear in space due to ambient air activity. Mobile phones can also work as internet access in space is made possible through satellite communication.

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False: Video of Chinese astronauts standing straight in space does not imply it is fake

13 July 202115 July 2021 3 min read

Multiple news reports and videos show their legs are attached to foot restraints to keep them in upright position.

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