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VERIFY: Yes, the new Novavax vaccine was created using moth cells
Vaccine
No, the COVID-19 vaccine can’t make people magnetic
Claims that the COVID-19 vaccine is causing people to become magnetic are still circulating, but they are false.
Money
No, the ASPCA does not spend just 3% of its budget on animals
It actually spends 75% of its budget on its programs, 44% of which is dedicated to “shelter and veterinary services.”
Money
Yes, eligible parents will be able to get the increased child tax credit for children born in 2021
The IRS says it has started sending out letters to people who may be eligible for advance monthly child tax payments.
Pop Culture
Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse
Bonnie Tyler’s song reaches its peak in online interest during the actual times the eclipse is visible.
Technology
Yes, China does have a ban in country on virtual currencies
China has cracked down on virtual currencies by barring institutions from providing services using crypto, but this isn’t new. China first banned bitcoin in 2013.
Government
No, Texas’ heartbeat bill does not allow abortions in the case of rape or incest, but makes an exception if the mother’s life is in danger
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a heartbeat bill into law in May, barring abortions in the state as early as six weeks.
Vaccine
Yes, there is a risk in uploading a photo of your vaccine card to enter an online contest
The Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shared tips on how people can protect their information during the pandemic.
Vaccine
Yes, guns, beer and trucks are being offered as incentives for people to get a COVID-19 vaccine
More states and businesses are offering incentives to entice more Americans to get vaccinated.
Vaccine
Yes, you can get a free ride to and from your COVID-19 vaccine appointment, and free child care too
Uber, Lyft, and several companies are offering incentives to get people vaccinated by July 4.
Government
No, the U.S. Senate isn’t trying to give Blue Origin a 'bailout'
The Senate wants to give NASA additional money to maintain goals for a program that relies on private companies. Blue Origin is just one of those companies.
Business
Yes, the lumber shortage is real
Videos shared on TikTok recently claim the lumber shortage was created to boost profits in the lumber industry.
Vaccine
No, the COVID-19 vaccine can’t make people magnetic
Claims that the COVID-19 vaccine is causing people to become magnetic are still circulating, but they are false.
Money
No, the ASPCA does not spend just 3% of its budget on animals
It actually spends 75% of its budget on its programs, 44% of which is dedicated to “shelter and veterinary services.”
Money
Yes, eligible parents will be able to get the increased child tax credit for children born in 2021
The IRS says it has started sending out letters to people who may be eligible for advance monthly child tax payments.
Pop Culture
Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse
Bonnie Tyler’s song reaches its peak in online interest during the actual times the eclipse is visible.
Technology
Yes, China does have a ban in country on virtual currencies
China has cracked down on virtual currencies by barring institutions from providing services using crypto, but this isn’t new. China first banned bitcoin in 2013.
Government
No, Texas’ heartbeat bill does not allow abortions in the case of rape or incest, but makes an exception if the mother’s life is in danger
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a heartbeat bill into law in May, barring abortions in the state as early as six weeks.
Vaccine
Yes, there is a risk in uploading a photo of your vaccine card to enter an online contest
The Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shared tips on how people can protect their information during the pandemic.
Vaccine
Yes, guns, beer and trucks are being offered as incentives for people to get a COVID-19 vaccine
More states and businesses are offering incentives to entice more Americans to get vaccinated.
Vaccine
Yes, you can get a free ride to and from your COVID-19 vaccine appointment, and free child care too
Uber, Lyft, and several companies are offering incentives to get people vaccinated by July 4.
Government
No, the U.S. Senate isn’t trying to give Blue Origin a 'bailout'
The Senate wants to give NASA additional money to maintain goals for a program that relies on private companies. Blue Origin is just one of those companies.
Business
Yes, the lumber shortage is real
Videos shared on TikTok recently claim the lumber shortage was created to boost profits in the lumber industry.
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