VERIFY This | Shutdown, strikes and Summer effect on fall colors
In this episode, we look into the effects of a government shutdown on employees & veterans, the truth behind vaccines & autism and impact of summer on fall colors.
No evidence offshore wind farms and windmills kill whales
Former President Donald Trump recently claimed that “windmills are causing whales to die” in record numbers, but there’s no scientific evidence to support that.
We VERIFY if post offices, airports, national parks and museums will remain open or closed during a government shutdown, and whether you can get a passport.
You can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot together
October is the ‘sweet spot’ for getting flu shots, and for many people it can be convenient to combine their flu and COVID vaccines into one appointment.
You could get some money back if you or your child bought in-game Fortnite items. The FTC said the game’s payment system was confusing and led to surprise charges.
VERIFY This | Hunter Biden's laptop, vaccines and death disclosures?
In this episode we answer questions about the investigation surrounding Hunter Biden's laptop, if you need a prescription to get the RSV vaccine and lots more
No, people affected by Camp Lejeune's toxic water don’t need a lawyer to file a compensation claim
The PACT Act allows people who were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune from 1953 to 1987 to seek financial compensation. Here’s how.
Florida Surgeon General’s claim that the updated COVID vaccines weren’t clinically tested, including on humans, is misleading
The Florida Surgeon General misleadingly claimed there are no human trials for the new mRNA COVID XBB boosters. Here’s how the manufacturers tested them.
Do Home Sellers Need to Disclose Deaths in a Home to Potential Buyers?
On social media, posts have said in the U.S., home sellers may be required to tell buyers if someone had previously died in the home for sale. Is this true?
VERIFY This | Vaccines, border wall and Morocco baby miracle
In this episode, we VERIFY if a new COVID-19 vaccine is free, if the border walls were welded open and the truth behind a viral video of a baby rescued from rubble.
Viral video claiming to show Danelo Cavalcante almost getting captured is false.
After nearly two weeks on the run, convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante was apprehended in Pennsylvania. This viral video wasn’t taken while he was on the lam.
Viral posts about Biden administration opening border gates are missing context
People online claim the Biden administration has left open border gates in Arizona. But those claims are missing key context about when and why the practice began.
Yes, you can get the updated COVID vaccine for free
Most insurers will cover all out-of-pocket costs for COVID-19 vaccinations. The CDC is also providing free vaccinations to uninsured and underinsured adults.
No, the U.S. government isn’t planning to recall the dollar
The U.S. government isn’t planning to recall cash and replace it with a digital dollar, as people online claim. Here’s what we can VERIFY about a CBDC and FedNow.
Netflix DVD giveaway beginning when disc rental service stops
Netflix will ship out its final red envelopes by the end of September. Customers can keep any DVDs they still have by then and some could receive surprise discs.
VERIFY This | Student loans, Medicare prices and 'Biden Beer Ban?'
In this week's episode, we look into SAVE student loan plan, VERIFY if seniors could see lower medication costs and if the White House will limit beer consumption
VERIFY This | Shutdown, strikes and Summer effect on fall colors
In this episode, we look into the effects of a government shutdown on employees & veterans, the truth behind vaccines & autism and impact of summer on fall colors.
VERIFY This | Hunter Biden's laptop, vaccines and death disclosures?
In this episode we answer questions about the investigation surrounding Hunter Biden's laptop, if you need a prescription to get the RSV vaccine and lots more
VERIFY This | Vaccines, border wall and Morocco baby miracle
In this episode, we VERIFY if a new COVID-19 vaccine is free, if the border walls were welded open and the truth behind a viral video of a baby rescued from rubble.
VERIFY This | Student loans, Medicare prices and 'Biden Beer Ban?'
In this week's episode, we look into SAVE student loan plan, VERIFY if seniors could see lower medication costs and if the White House will limit beer consumption
Verify This | Trump's bond, health alerts and end of credit card rewards?
In this week's episode we look at Trump's bond conditions, if the CDC sent out a new COVID-19 health alert and whether a new bill would end credit card rewards.
VERIFY This | Wildfires, tropical storms & the sweet myths of 'sugar highs'
This week, Ariane Datil looks into viral images surrounding Tropical Storm Hilary and the Maui wildfires. Plus, are 'sugar highs' real or a sweetened myth?
VERIFY This | Pardon, packages and Parent Plus Loan forgiveness
In this week's episode we look at Trump pardon scenarios, if it's legal to keep packages you get that you didn't order and an update on Parent Plus Loan forgiveness
VERIFY This | Aliens, amendments & rubbing alcohol for wounds?
In this week's episode, we verify if the 14th Amendment could prevent Trump from taking office and if the U.S. government admitted that aliens are real.
VERIFY This | Banning bulbs & getting passport for free in U.S.?
In this week's episode, Brandon Lewis verifies whether there's really a ban on incandescent light bulbs and who can get a passport for free in the United States.
VERIFY This: Schools & kitty litter, Google settlement, energy saving hack, alien sighting and cold water laundry
Fact-checking claims that have to deal with Google owing you money, an alien sighting in Las Vegas, best temperature to wash clothes, an energy saving hack and more.
VERIFY This: Student loan payments, Trump Bucks currency, Arizona voting machines, Waffle House index and Amazon return fee
Fact-checking claims such as when student loan payments could restart, Arizona banning electronic voting machines, FEMA using Waffle House, a new Amazon fee and more
VERIFY This: Pay for Congress if U.S. defaults, how to spot AI & first woman of color in Congress
The Verify team checks out if Congress will continue to get paid if the U.S. defaults on its national debt, how to spot AI and the first woman of color in Congress.
VERIFY This: COVID-19 emergency ends, Title 42 impacts, viral border video, Texas mental health funding and Google passwords
Fact-checking claims and answering your questions on the end of the COVID-19 health emergency, title 42 and the U.S. border, Google passwords, and more.
VERIFY This: Bent train track video, Girl Scout cookies, Carter and nuclear clean up, bonus Social Security, and EV charging
Fact-checking claims on trending stories about bent train tracks in Ohio, Girl Scout cookies, bonus Social Security payments, charging electric vehicles and more.
Fact-checking claims on Medicare cuts, reduced child tax credit, credit check laws, a KitchenAid mixer attachment recall and Walmart charging a free for carts.
Can Trump pardon himself from federal chargers? | Expert Interview with criminal attorney Matthew Mangino
Matthew Mangino is an attorney at Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George. He explains the issue of former President Trump’s attempts to pardon himself from federal charges
Wasps and Gasoline, Mosquitoes and Malaria and other Insect Claims | Expert Interview with Jonathon Larson
All the insect claims you've been curious about lately - expert entomologist answers questions on many of the recent viral claims about insects that sting and bite
History of Orca encounters | Expert Interview with Hanne Strager
More than 500 encounters between orcas and boats have been reported since 2020. Marine biologist Hanne Strager shares why she thinks they are becoming more frequent
Effect of the bird flu on rising egg prices | Expert Interview with Bernt Nelson
People have been having complaints about the rising cost of eggs. VERIFY expert Bernt Nelson explains how the current bird flu outbreak is contributing this.
VERIFY spoke with cardiologist Payal Kohli, M.D. to clear up misinformation about the correlation between the COVID vaccine, athletes & cardiac arrest.
Election Safeguards | Expert Interview with Cynthia Paes
VERIFY met up with San Diego County registrar of voters, Cynthia Paes to understand what safeguards are in place to make sure the election is run safely.
People with Blue Eyes are Genetically Related | Expert Interview with Mark Shriver, Ph.D.
Anthropologist and geneticist Mark Shriver, Ph.D. talks with VERIFY about the genetics of people with blue eyes and explains how they are genetically related.
Using hydrogen peroxide to clean your ears | Expert Interview with Douglas Hildrew, M.D.
Otolaryngologist Douglas Hildrew, M.D. talks about the pros and cons of using hydrogen peroxide to clean your ears. Along with the best way to use q-tips.
Cold Temps effects on the range of electric vehicles | Expert Interview with Mark Ehsani
Did you know cold weather can affect the range of an electric vehicle? Electrical Engineering professor Mark Ehsani spoke with VERIFY about this interesting question
Effects of cold weather on electric vehicles | Expert Interview with Gil Tal, Ph.D.
A VERIFY viewer wondered if batteries in electric cars drain faster when it’s cold out. EV specialist Gil Tal, Ph.D. breaksdown how cold weather effects the range of
Effect of Student Debt Relief on Taxpayers | Expert Interview with Andrew Lautz
President Biden's student loan forgiveness program is great news for students. But how will it effect taxpayers. Andrew Lautz of the National Taxpayers Union Foundat
Teacher Funding - paying for supplies with their own money | Expert Interview with Juan Brizuela
Classroom supplies can get expensive especially when teachers have to pay for them on their own. DonorsChoose Manager Juan Brizuela chat with VERIFY about the issue
Understanding the Student Loan Forgiveness Plan | Expert Interview with Betsy Mayotte
Student loan expert, Betsy Mayotte, speaks with VERIFY about Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. She talks on who is affected and about Pell grants.
Effects of Long Covid | Expert Interview with Sheldon Campbell, M.D.
Dr. Sheldon Campbell speaks about how long COVID can affect those who have it, as well as how it can affect testing. He also shares his thoughts on monkeypox
Is the food chemical, titanium dioxide, safe? | Expert Interview with Kelly Johnson-Arbor, M.D.
Medical Director, Kelly Johnson-Arbor, M.D., talks about the food chemical, titanium dioxide, that can be found in food products, and if it is harmful to humans
Jennifer Pancorbo, Ph.D., from North Carolina State University’s Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center, explains how the FDA approves drugs and vaccines.
The Myth of Best Day to Buy Cheap Flights | Expert Interview with Brett Snyder
Brett Snyder is the President of Cranky Concierge, an air travel assistance website. He chatted with the VERIFY team about the claims people have that Tuesday is the
Examining Lyme disease | Expert Interview with Steven Bock, M.D.
Dr Steven Bock, a specialist in Integrative medicine, spoke with the VERIFY team about a wide range of topics on Lyme disease. Including if it's gender specific, any
What is Lyme disease and its misconceptions | Expert Interview with John Aucott, M.D.
Dr. John Aucott spoke with the VERIFY team about all things Lyme disease; what Lyme disease is, how it can be treated, new treatments and misconceptions people have
We VERIFY if post offices, airports, national parks and museums will remain open or closed during a government shutdown, and whether you can get a passport.
No, the U.S. government isn’t planning to recall the dollar
The U.S. government isn’t planning to recall cash and replace it with a digital dollar, as people online claim. Here’s what we can VERIFY about a CBDC and FedNow.
Social Security COLA 2024: How much benefits could increase
Experts predict that Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be about 3% in 2024. That’s less than half of the previous year’s COLA increase.
Yes, there is a difference between different brands of gas
Each gas station brand uses a unique blend of additives to make their gas different from other brands. The additives affect gas quality and your gas mileage.
No, Congress is not considering a law that would ban credit card rewards
The Credit Card Competition Act, which some are calling the “Big Box” law, does not ban rewards. But some banks are warning that rewards could be at risk.
Parent PLUS loans can qualify for forgiveness if they’re consolidated
Parent PLUS loans can be forgiven under an income-contingent repayment plan or through public service loan forgiveness, but they must be consolidated first.
No, the IRS is not sending emails to taxpayers about a third round of economic impact payments
The IRS is not sending emails to taxpayers about a third round of economic impact payments because it does not initiate contact via email. This is a phishing scam.
Powerball still pays out annuity to winners even after death
If a jackpot winner chooses to receive their prize in annual annuity payments and they die before all payments are made, the rest of the prize goes to their estate.
No, turning off your air conditioner when you leave home during the day won’t save you money
Experts recommend keeping your A/C at one consistent temperature all day during the summer instead of turning it off to avoid putting additional strain on the unit.
Payment apps like Cash App, PayPal and Venmo lack federal deposit insurance coverage. Money stored on these apps may not be safe during a financial crisis.
No, power tool liquidation sale posts on Facebook aren’t legit
Facebook posts advertising cheap, liquidation sales of DEWALT and Milwaukee Tool sets are a scam. Home Depot and Lowes value them at hundreds of dollars.
Yes, thieves can steal your money by rewriting checks left in your mailbox
Check washing, when someone steals checks from the mail and erases everything but your signature to get a blank check, has become a popular form of fraud.
We VERIFY if post offices, airports, national parks and museums will remain open or closed during a government shutdown, and whether you can get a passport.
No, people affected by Camp Lejeune's toxic water don’t need a lawyer to file a compensation claim
The PACT Act allows people who were exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune from 1953 to 1987 to seek financial compensation. Here’s how.
Viral posts about Biden administration opening border gates are missing context
People online claim the Biden administration has left open border gates in Arizona. But those claims are missing key context about when and why the practice began.
Social Security COLA 2024: How much benefits could increase
Experts predict that Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be about 3% in 2024. That’s less than half of the previous year’s COLA increase.
The bodies of Maui wildfire victims have not washed ashore in Lanai
Maui wildfires: Since the Maui wildfires started on Aug. 8, 115 people have been confirmed dead. Claims 180 bodies recently washed ashore on Lanai are false.
No, Congress is not considering a law that would ban credit card rewards
The Credit Card Competition Act, which some are calling the “Big Box” law, does not ban rewards. But some banks are warning that rewards could be at risk.
No, U.S. citizens will not need a visa to travel to most of Europe in 2024
The Schengen Area, which includes France and Spain, will require American travelers to fill out an online application called ETIAS before entry. This is not a visa.
Trump bond agreement violation wouldn’t mean automatic jail time
Trump’s bond order in Georgia says he cannot intimidate witnesses or co-defendants, including on social media. Here’s what could happen if he violates it.
Trump’s surrender in Georgia | Expert Interview with Nicholas Creel, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Business Law at Georgia College & State University
Trump’s surrender in Georgia | Expert Interview with Nicholas Creel, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Business Law at Georgia College and State University
FEMA doesn't seize homes in exchange for disaster assistance
A rumor warns people affected by Maui’s wildfires that FEMA may seize property in exchange for assistance. But FEMA has no policy or authority to do this.
Yes, the state of Georgia requires mugshots for individuals facing felony charges
Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat said his department plans on following “normal practices,” including taking mugshots, when former President Trump is formally booked.
Yes, you can be elected president if you've been indicted or found guilty in a criminal case
Presidential eligibility is outlined in the Constitution and doesn't exclude anyone who's been charged with a crime or found guilty in a criminal case.
VERIFYING the possible pardon scenarios in Trump’s 3 indictments
On August 3, Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in his third criminal indictment, his second in federal court. The first was in New York state court.
Can Trump pardon himself from federal chargers? | Expert Interview with criminal attorney Matthew Mangino
Matthew Mangino is an attorney at Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George. He explains the issue of former President Trump’s attempts to pardon himself from federal charges
Yes, you can be elected president if you've been indicted or found guilty in a criminal case
Presidential eligibility is outlined in the Constitution and doesn't exclude anyone who's been charged with a crime or found guilty in a criminal case.
Energy Department not banning all incandescent light bulbs
A federal ban on the sale of most incandescent and halogen light bulbs will not apply to all lights, such as those in appliances, headlights and heat lamps.
Viral facebook posts about Amber Alert for girl named Bella Heather are fake
Facebook posts about missing 5-year-old Bella Heather are fake. The identical text seen in the posts, fake image and spam-like nature are telltale signs of a bait-an
Some sites advertising Bed Bath and Beyond sales are scams
In April, Bed, Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy and closed hundreds of stores. Scammers have since been using store branding to steal your personal information.
No, the IRS is not sending emails to taxpayers about a third round of economic impact payments
The IRS is not sending emails to taxpayers about a third round of economic impact payments because it does not initiate contact via email. This is a phishing scam.
No, power tool liquidation sale posts on Facebook aren’t legit
Facebook posts advertising cheap, liquidation sales of DEWALT and Milwaukee Tool sets are a scam. Home Depot and Lowes value them at hundreds of dollars.
Yes, thieves can steal your money by rewriting checks left in your mailbox
Check washing, when someone steals checks from the mail and erases everything but your signature to get a blank check, has become a popular form of fraud.
Yes, this GoFundMe is really associated with Damar Hamlin
Fans have raised millions in support of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's toy drive after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a football game against the Bengals.
3 immediate steps to protect yourself after falling victim to a scam
Scammers can call, email or send text messages to get money or personal information. If you gave them your credit card, bank, or other info, here is how to lock your
