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VERIFY is dedicated to helping the public distinguish between true and false information. For fact checked stories and videos that sort truth from fiction please visit VERIFYThis.com.
What’s a bomb cyclone? 4 Fast Facts about the winter storm
VERIFY is answering four top questions about bomb cyclones, including how the storms form and why they differ from hurricanes.
Yes, the average Thanksgiving meal this year is more affordable than last year
Cheaper turkey prices nationwide have helped the overall cost of a Thanksgiving dinner come down from a record high in 2022.
What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to close the U.S. Department of Education
Donald Trump has pledged to “send all education work and needs back to the States.” Here’s what we know about his proposal to transform the education system.
No, traditional Medicare doesn’t offer flex cards
Flex cards are only offered by some private Medicare Advantage plans and only cover certain expenses.
Yes, some black plastics in kitchen utensils, toys are made from recycled electronics
Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.
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Many states are still counting votes. That’s normal.
What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to close the U.S. Department of Education
Did NIH declare fluoride in water reduces the IQ of children?
No, the president cannot end birthright citizenship by executive order
Data from period-tracking apps is not protected under HIPAA
Rubio, Stefanik, Noem required to resign to join Trump cabinet
Here's what we can verify about Oprah's production company getting payment from the Harris campaign
No evidence that Elon Musk’s Starlink technology was used to interfere with the election
Trump is not creating a new government agency led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy
Did Hamas call for end to war after Trump’s election?
Agenda 47 vs. Project 2025: How the two plans compare
House GOP didn't introduce bill reducing Social Security payments
No, Matt Gaetz is not guaranteed to get his House seat back if he isn’t confirmed as AG
Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress, leaving his House seat open. Here's why he can't automatically get it back if the Senate doesn’t confirm him as attorney general.
VERIFYING 5 claims about staying warm and protecting your home from the cold
VERIFY looked into five common claims about staying warm and protecting your home against freezing temperatures.
Sí, se requiere legalmente que el presidente electo Donald Trump firme un acuerdo de ética
Una ley que Trump promulgó en 2020 requiere que el presidente electo y su equipo firmen un código de ética de conducta y declaren conflictos de interés.
Do not plug space heaters into extension cords or power strips
If you’re using a space heater to stay warm, plug it directly into a wall outlet. Extension cords or power strips can overheat, and potentially start a fire.
Debunking 3 common cold myths
Despite popular belief, cold or rainy weather cannot make a person sick. VERIFY asked the experts to weigh in on this old wives’ tale, and more common cold myths.
No, it is not safe to use an oven to heat your home
Ovens aren’t designed to heat your home. They also pose risks of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning if they are left on for prolonged periods of time.
No, taking vitamin C at the first sign of illness won’t help fight a cold
Studies have shown loading up on vitamin C doesn’t prevent illness for most people. We VERIFY the real effects of the popular supplement.
Yes, electric vehicles lose range in cold weather
The batteries in electric cars drain faster when it’s cold out. Here’s what the research shows.
Yes, president-elect Donald Trump is legally required to sign an ethics agreement
Legislation that Trump signed into law in 2020 requires the president-elect and his team to sign an ethical code of conduct and disclose conflicts of interest.
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