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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 But that study was retracted more than a decade ago.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.

Warm and Dry Weather Continues | Central Texas Forecast

Temple and Belton ISD reach resolution on "school choice"

Warm and Dry Weather Continues | Central Texas Forecast

A warning from the BBB after hailstorms leave Texans with substantial damage

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Yes, retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown

What’s open and closed during a government shutdown: 8 Fast Facts

No, a government shutdown would not stop or delay Social Security payments

There’s no evidence that windmills are responsible for killing whales

Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Government Shutdown 2023: What’s open and closed?

No, the warnings about the 'Mexico did it' virus aren’t legitimate

There’s no evidence linking vaccines to autism

Yes, you can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at the same time

You can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot together

Early education preparation | Expert Interview with Norline Wild, Ph.D. of Niagara University

Blue skies, leaf colors and pumpkin spice: 4 Fast Facts about fall

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