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Elections

It is possible for there to be a tie in the Electoral College

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.
Fast Facts

Leap day: 3 VERIFIED facts you may not know about Feb. 29

Leap day falls on Feb. 29, 2024. We VERIFY why it usually comes around every four years and if it is known in some places as “Bachelor’s Day.”
Money

Temu online store: 3 VERIFIED facts

Temu is a discount online retailer with one of the most popular mobile apps. But posts online say people should avoid using the store. Here’s what we can VERIFY.
Food

5 Super Bowl food safety Fast Facts

Super Bowl Sunday is one of the top food events of the year — but a lot of those snacks could make you sick if you’re not careful. Here are 5 tips to keep you safe.