A 'rumour', by definition, is an unsubstantiated expression of possibility.
It is when that "possibility" is absent, the 'rumour' may be
"...deliberately created by someone for no other reason than to cause mischief, dismay or distress..."
Whilst that decision may be very subjective, none the less it is a decision Moderators must make if this Forum is to retain any credibility in professional aviation.
Yes, the poll result was interesting. Also interesting how the poll results were influenced by multiple votes from a few IP addresses.