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Technology
Yes, the FDA is allowing Elon Musk’s Neuralink to begin human trials
Science
Yes, the FDA is allowing Elon Musk’s Neuralink to begin human trials
Elon Musk’s Neuralink is conducting its first human clinical trial of a brain implant. We VERIFY how the FDA process for studies like this works.
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 But that study was retracted more than a decade ago.
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.
Vaccines
Florida Surgeon General’s claim that the updated COVID vaccines weren’t clinically tested, including on humans, is misleading
The Florida Surgeon General misleadingly claimed there are no human trials for the new mRNA COVID XBB boosters. Here’s how the manufacturers tested them.
Food
Hate cilantro? It could be in your genes
Studies found multiple genetic variants that can make people dislike cilantro, however, other factors may also influence your preference.
Food
If you hate cilantro, the answer could be in your genes
Genetic studies show that taste receptor variants can cause cilantro dislike, but there may be other factors too.
Science
It’s impossible to predict exactly when and where an earthquake will strike
Contrary to a social media account’s claims, scientists say they can’t predict earthquakes now and some believe it may never be possible.
Health
No, the CDC didn’t issue an advisory about an Ebola outbreak at Burning Man
After thousands were stranded at Nevada’s Burning Man festival because of rain, people online claimed the CDC warned people about an Ebola outbreak. That's false.
Vaccines
The new RSV vaccines are not available to anybody who wants one
The two FDA approved RSV vaccines are not available to anybody who wants them. They are only available to seniors and people who are pregnant.
Social Media
Yes, a viral video of Curiosity rover footage from Mars is real
A viewer asked us whether a viral video actually shows scenes from Mars. We can VERIFY that NASA originally shared the footage in 2018.
Science
Viral video shows real Mars Curiosity rover footage
A viewer asked us whether a viral video actually shows scenes from Mars. We can VERIFY that NASA originally shared the footage in 2018.
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