NASA Debunks Claims of Temporary Gravity Loss on August 12, 2026
Claims that Earth would lose gravity for seven seconds on August 12, 2026, linked to a supposed NASA project called 'Project Anchor,' circulated widely on social media. These theories suggested a collision of black holes caused gravitational waves that would temporarily cancel Earth's gravity, risking massive casualties. NASA has firmly denied these claims, explaining that Earth's gravity depends on its mass and cannot suddenly disappear. The agency confirmed no such project exists and that events like solar eclipses do not affect gravity.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (51/100). Lens Score 35/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, economictimes, wion. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
wion broke this story on 12 Aug, 04:48 am. Other outlets followed.