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Fascinating Conspiracy Theories of the 21st Century

Debunking the most intriguing and thought-provoking conspiracy theories

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Lidia Holmes · 4 min read
Fascinating Conspiracy Theories of the 21st Century

Conspiracy theories have been a part of human culture for centuries, capturing the imagination of people who seek to uncover hidden truths and expose secret agendas. The 21st century has seen its fair share of intriguing conspiracy theories, some of which have gained significant attention and traction. In this blog post, we’ll explore the top 10 conspiracy theories of the 21st century and examine the evidence (or lack thereof) supporting these claims.

No. 1. The 9/11 Truth Movement:

Iconic images from 9/11 and the aftermath.
— The Washington Post

The theory that the U.S. government orchestrated the September 11 attacks has been widely debunked. Nonetheless, it continues to captivate those who question the official narrative. Independent investigations and expert analysis have consistently supported the conclusion that the attacks were the work of terrorists. Not by inside job.

No. 2. The Moon Landing Hoax:

Millions Still Believe the 1969 Moon Landing Was a Hoax
— voanews

Despite overwhelming evidence proving the contrary, some still believe that the U.S. moon landings in the 1960s and 1970s were faked. The scientific and historical records, however, leave no doubt that humans did indeed set foot on the moon.

No. 3. The JFK Assassination Conspiracy:

On January 20, 1961, John F. Kennedy was sworn in as the thirty-fifth President of the United States.

While it is true that Lee Harvey Oswald did not act alone in assassinating President John F. Kennedy, extensive investigations have shown that there was no larger conspiracy involving powerful entities.

No. 4. The Illuminati and New World Order:

New world order secret society meeting (illustration)
— Adobe Stock

The idea of a secretive organization controlling global events is a popular conspiracy theory. However, there is no credible evidence to support the existence of such a group with the power to manipulate world events.

No. 5. The Chemtrails Conspiracy:

The chemtrail conspiracy theory is the erroneous belief that long-lasting condensation trails left in the sky by high-flying aircraft are actually ‘chemtrails’ consisting of chemical or biological agents, sprayed for nefarious purposes undisclosed to the general public.
— Aero Society

Contrails left by high-flying aircraft are not chemicals being sprayed for sinister purposes. They are simply condensation trails that dissipate quickly in the atmosphere.

No. 6. The Flat Earth Theory:

Flat Earth 3D model based on Flat Earth theory
— Elena Schweitzer/Shutterstock

Despite the overwhelming scientific evidence proving that the Earth is a sphere, some still cling to the belief that it is a flat disc. This theory has been thoroughly debunked by scientists and explorers throughout history.

No. 7. The Reptilian Elite Conspiracy:

Conspiracy theories about the world is ruled by a reptilian elite group
— Adobe Stock

The idea of a secretive group of reptilian humanoids controlling the world’s governments and financial institutions is a bizarre and unsupported theory.

No. 8. The Paul is Dead Theory:

Unseen Beatlemania photos by Paul McCartney unveiled
— Rollingstone

Paul McCartney of the Beatles did not die in 1966 and was replaced by a look-alike. This theory is a product of fans’ overactive imaginations and has been debunked by the band members themselves.

No. 9. The Roswell Incident:

Roswell UFO crash: What is the truth behind the ‘flying saucer’ incident?
— Shutterstock

While a UFO crash did occur near Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947, it was not an alien spacecraft. The U.S. military has acknowledged that the object was a weather balloon, not an extraterrestrial vehicle.

No. 10. The COVID-19 Pandemic Conspiracy:

Conspiracy theories on coronavirus have spread so quickly
— Getty Images

The COVID-19 pandemic is not a hoax, bioweapon, or part of a larger conspiracy. It is a global health crisis caused by a novel coronavirus, for which scientists and medical professionals worldwide are working tirelessly to develop vaccines and treatments.

While conspiracy theories can be intriguing and thought-provoking, it is essential to approach them with a critical and evidence-based mindset. Fact-checking organizations, journalists, and researchers work diligently to debunk false conspiracy theories and promote accurate information. Always remember to verify information from credible sources before accepting or sharing it with others.

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