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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been falsely attributed a statement comparing unemployment rates under President Trump to those under President Biden. The quote, which claims an unemployment rate of 4.3% under Trump and 3.4% under Biden, has circulated online, particularly on social media platforms like X and Instagram. Upon investigation, there is no … Read more
Amidst ongoing US-Iran tensions following recent American strikes, a viral social media post has reignited discussions about the 2026 Iran conflict. The post alleges that the US government suppressed casualty numbers, falsely reporting downed pilots as rescued and misleading the public about the true extent of American military losses under President Donald Trump. The claim … Read more
A circulating screenshot, purportedly from Truth Social, claimed Donald Trump announced a “complete and total ban” on artificial intelligence (AI). This generated significant discussion and concern online. However, this claim has been found to be false. An investigation revealed no such post exists on Trump’s Truth Social account or any other platform. The screenshot, appearing … Read more
In January 2026, a significant change in cervical cancer screening was introduced by the Health Resources and Services Administration. This update allows individuals to opt for self-testing for the human papillomavirus (HPV) as an alternative to traditional Pap smears or in-office cervical cancer screenings. The hope behind this initiative is to boost screening rates for … Read more
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s recent renovation has been marked by recurring issues, including algae blooms and peeling sealant, prompting claims of vandalism from President Donald Trump. Trump has stated that vandals inflicted a significant gash on the pool’s bottom, with descriptions of its length varying. He suggested proof of this vandalism would be presented … Read more
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is hosting a three-day meeting to bolster regional preparedness for the escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This outbreak has already resulted in over 300 fatalities. The gathering includes officials from the DRC, neighboring Uganda, and 11 other African Union … Read more
President Donald Trump’s abrupt cancellation of an event supporting the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on June 24, a bill that had garnered strong bipartisan backing in the Senate, has sparked debate. This legislation, addressing a critical issue for voters, was initially slated for presidential endorsement. Trump cited his demand for the passage of … Read more
A 2021 podcast clip featuring Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico has gained significant attention after conservatives circulated a portion where he described himself as “a Christian who hates Christianity.” This has led to accusations of hostility towards the Christian faith as Talarico faces off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a high-profile Senate … Read more
A screenshot circulating online purports to show a social media post by Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic candidate for New York’s 13th Congressional District, stating, “I forgot to get napkins so I just wiped my hand on the American flag behind me.” The claim has been verified as true. Chevalier did indeed post this statement … Read more
Public health officials successfully contained a potential mpox outbreak in New Hampshire, averting additional cases. The swift response involved a person diagnosed with mpox who had contact with individuals at two congregate living facilities, a healthcare setting, and their home. A report highlights that prompt testing and the administration of postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) using the … Read more