![The Momo challenge is a hoax. But the online culture and financial rewards that made it seem feasible are scary. The Momo challenge is a hoax. But the online culture and financial rewards that made it seem feasible are scary.](https://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/newscms/2019_09/2771121/190301-mother-bird-mn-1515.jpg)
The Momo challenge is a hoax. But the online culture and financial rewards that made it seem feasible are scary.
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What is the Momo challenge? Police issue warning to concerned parents after "Momo challenge" resurfaces - CBS News
Momo Challenge: Artist who created creepy sculpture used in online challenge says it's been destroyed
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Japanese artist behind ghastly creature in viral 'Momo Challenge' baffled by disturbing hoax | The Japan Times
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Momo 'suicide' puppet maker says kids shouldn't fear horrifying beast because it's been destroyed insisting 'the curse is gone' | The Sun
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Momo Challenge victims revealed: Kids as young as 12 killed by twisted craze - World News - Mirror Online
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