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Shutdown
Yes, retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown
Shutdown
What’s open and closed during a government shutdown: 8 Fast Facts
Will airports and post offices remain open? What about national parks? We VERIFY what you need to know during a government shutdown.
Shutdown
No, a government shutdown would not stop or delay Social Security payments
Several VERIFY readers asked if they’ll still receive their Social Security checks in the event of a government shutdown. Here’s what we found.
Environment
There’s no evidence that windmills are responsible for killing 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.
Shutdown
Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet
Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? What about other federal workers? VERIFY answers 5 top questions.
Government
Government Shutdown 2023: What’s open and closed?
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.
Social Media
No, the warnings about the 'Mexico did it' virus aren’t legitimate
Several VERIFY viewers asked about Facebook posts that claim an image is going to be shared that will put a virus on your phone. There’s no evidence this exists.
Health
There’s no evidence linking vaccines to autism
The claim gained momentum after a 1998 study suggested the MMR vaccine caused autism in children. But that study was retracted more than a decade ago.
Vaccines
Yes, you can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at the same time
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.
Vaccines
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.
Education
Early education preparation | Expert Interview with Norline Wild, Ph.D. of Niagara University
Norline Wild, Ph.D. of Niagara University discusses ways both parents and educators can prepare young children for their educational careers.
National
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.
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