Lydia Smith is a health and science journalist who works for U.K. and U.S. publications. She is studying for an MSc in psychology at the University of Glasgow and has an MA in English literature from King's College London.
From speculation that JFK's assassination was an"inside job" to claims that vaccines contain microchips, the world is awash with conspiracy theories. The term was coined in the 1860s, appearing in a letter in The New York Times that discussed British support during the Civil War.
Fast-forward 150 years, and conspiracy theories are more prevalent than ever, which can be put down to the rise of social media, the spread of disinformation and a number of psychological factors — including a need to make sense of the world. But how much do you know about the wildest conspiracy theories? Test your knowledge on the Illuminati, faked moon landings and even more bizarre claims in our conspiracy theory quiz. Make sure you login to add your name to the leaderboard, and if you need a hint, tap the yellow button.
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