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Social Media

The ‘Nyquil chicken’ social media challenge isn’t just gross – it’s dangerous

Social Media

The viral Nyquil chicken can have dangerous impact on your health

The FDA is warning against a social media challenge dubbed “sleepy chicken” where people cook chicken in NyQuil and other cough and cold medicines.
Social Media

No, an 'invasion of crocodiles' at a beach did not leave the 'local population panicking'

A viral video purports to show hundreds or thousands of crocodiles gathered at a beach. But they’re actually Pantanal caimans in a remote area behaving normally.
Crime

Yes, ‘rainbow’ fentanyl is circulating in the U.S.

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration issued a warning about “rainbow” fentanyl, saying authorities have seized the drug in 21 states.
Social Media

Yes, a Colorado law prohibits Mike Tyson from selling his ear-shaped edibles in the state

A Colorado law passed in 2016 prohibits the sale of human-shaped edibles. That includes body parts like ears, state regulators told VERIFY.
Immigration

Yes, Florida budgeted $12 million to transport migrants out of the state

Florida’s Freedom First Budget included $12 million for a program to “transport unauthorized aliens” out of the state, including locations such as Martha’s Vineyard.
World

No, Prince Philip’s body is not kept in a ‘fancy refrigerator’

Prince Philip’s coffin was lowered into the Royal Vault, which isn’t refrigerated, after his funeral in 2021. It’s expected he will be moved next to Queen Elizabeth.
National

No, Trump didn’t say he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II on Truth Social

A screenshot claiming to show a Truth Social post from Donald Trump saying he was privately knighted by Queen Elizabeth II is fake.
Crime

No, entering your PIN backward at the ATM will not call for help in an emergency

Online posts that claim you should enter your PIN backward if you’re being robbed at an ATM have been circulating for years, but experts say they’re false.
Social Media

No, you shouldn’t use dish soap and baking soda in place of dishwasher detergent

Even small amounts of dish soap in the dishwasher creates suds that can damage the machine without really washing the dishes.
World

Irish dancers are not celebrating queen’s death in viral Buckingham Palace video

The video with more than 1 million views shows Irish dancers outside Buckingham Palace. It was filmed in January, not following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Health

Many hospitals are required to provide an itemized bill upon request

A viral video claims hospitals are legally obligated to provide an itemized bill if you ask for one. That’s true in several states, but not all.

'Major air service announcement' revealed: Aer Lingus to offer nonstop flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Dublin, Ireland

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport announces direct service flights to Dublin starting in May 2023

FORECAST | Scattered rain continues

Hurricane Ian lashes Florida with 155 mph winds as landfall approaches

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The ‘Nyquil chicken’ social media challenge isn’t just gross – it’s dangerous

The viral Nyquil chicken can have dangerous impact on your health

No, an 'invasion of crocodiles' at a beach did not leave the 'local population panicking'

Yes, ‘rainbow’ fentanyl is circulating in the U.S.

Yes, a Colorado law prohibits Mike Tyson from selling his ear-shaped edibles in the state

Yes, Florida budgeted $12 million to transport migrants out of the state

No, Prince Philip’s body is not kept in a ‘fancy refrigerator’

No, Trump didn’t say he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II on Truth Social

No, entering your PIN backward at the ATM will not call for help in an emergency

No, you shouldn’t use dish soap and baking soda in place of dishwasher detergent

Irish dancers are not celebrating queen’s death in viral Buckingham Palace video

Many hospitals are required to provide an itemized bill upon request

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