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Here's a look at the aftermath of the severe storms that rolled through Iowa, Illinois
Tornado with 130 mph winds travels across southeastern Iowa Tuesday night
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No, photo doesn’t show Marines at a Trump campaign fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago
The Marines photographed at Mar-a-Lago were there to support a charity seeking to reduce veteran suicides. Former President Trump was not in attendance.
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No, diesel generators for charging electric vehicles aren't popping up everywhere
A viral post claiming diesel generators for EVs are “popping up everywhere” is false. The EV charging network doesn't rely on diesel or gas generators at all.
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No, Judge Merchan did not say that Trump won’t be able to attend his son’s graduation
Former President Donald Trump claimed the judge in his criminal trial won't allow him to attend his son's graduation.
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Claims that hostages held by Hamas haven't been visited by the Red Cross need context
The Red Cross has not been granted access to visit the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. Here’s what we can VERIFY about the organization’s role in the conflict.
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Yes, Apple warned iPhone users in 92 countries about ‘mercenary spyware attacks’
Mercenary spyware attacks allow hackers to remotely take over a phone. They are extremely rare and typically target individuals in high-profile positions.
Global Conflicts
Video doesn’t show crowd reacting to Iran strikes in Israel
A video showing a crowd running through the streets wasn’t taken in Israel during Iran’s April 13 drone strikes. It was taken in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Global Conflicts
No, this video of a crowd running wasn’t taken in Israel following Iranian attack
A video posted across social media showing a crowd running is not from Israel. It's actually from Buenos Aires and shows excited fans running to greet a pop singer.
Global Conflicts
No, video in viral ‘WW3’ post doesn’t show Israel’s air defense against Iran
A viral video viewed 22 million times appears to show missiles fired at planes during a nighttime attack. It was made with computer-generated graphics in 2021.
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Viral post listing store closures in blue states is misleading
A post claims Walmart, Target, Starbucks, Lowes and other brands have been closing stores because of the economy. VERIFY fact-checks the numbers.
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Viral post listing store closures in blue states is misleading
A viral post claims 25 national chains closed stores due to the economy. We VERIFY what’s accurate, what’s outdated and what’s false.
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Yes, these images of lightning striking the Statue of Liberty are real
The statue’s height and copper coating make it a common target for lightning strikes.
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