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Extreme Weather
Winter driving safety: 5 Fast Facts
Health
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.
Fast Facts
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.
Elections
It is possible for there to be a tie in the Electoral College
A tie in the Electoral College is mathematically possible but rare. We VERIFY who decides the winner of the presidential election if that happens.
Elections
4 key facts about the Nov. 5 election to make you a more informed voter
The general election is around the corner. From when you can vote to what’s at stake beyond the White House, we VERIFY what you need to know.
Weather
Blue skies, leaf colors and pumpkin spice: 4 Fast Facts about fall
Fall is in the air and the VERIFY team is answering four questions about autumn.
Extreme Weather
Hurricane storm surge: 3 Fast Facts
Storm surges during hurricanes can be incredibly dangerous. We VERIFY three key questions about storm surges and who is most at risk.
Fast Facts
How to stay cool without A/C this summer: 6 Fast Facts
Here are six VERIFIED tips to beat the heat if you’re living somewhere that doesn’t have air conditioning.
Environment
Giant flying venomous spiders invading the East Coast? There’s no need to panic
Have you seen headlines about flying, venomous Joro spiders invading the East Coast this summer? Here’s why you shouldn’t worry.
Health
VERIFYING 3 fast facts about pollen and seasonal allergies
Contrary to popular belief, pollen from flowers isn’t the leading cause of seasonal allergies and you can’t escape pollen allergies by moving to a drier climate.
National
What we can VERIFY about who’s going to pay for the Francis Scott Key Bridge
VERIFY readers wanted to know why the federal government has pledged to pay for bridge repairs instead of the company that owns the ship. Here’s what we know.
Science
How to safely watch the total solar eclipse: 4 Fast Facts
A total solar eclipse will briefly darken the skies over parts of North America on April 8, 2024. We VERIFY four ways to protect your eyes during this rare event.
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