The VA updated its bylaws, removing certain protected characteristics to align with executive orders. The VA claims existing federal law still prohibits discrimination. Controversy surrounds the changes.
UK child poverty debated amid delayed strategy. Two-child benefit limit impacts many families. DWP data, HBAI, and new measures assess poverty levels. Calls to scrap the policy grow.
Fact-check reveals video of Iran protests shared online is miscaptioned, actually footage from 2017, not recent anti-government demonstrations. Important to verify content before sharing.
CDC data shows California's homicide rate is lower than Alabama, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Newsom accurately compared homicide rates per 100,000 people, despite arguments over crime statistics and political rhetoric.
ICE's detention policies & warrant requirements are under scrutiny. Administrative vs. judicial warrants, public arrests, and expedited removal raise legal concerns. Cases dismissed impact deportations.
Following the MN lawmakers' shooting, unsubstantiated theories linked the suspect to left-wing extremism & Gov. Walz. The suspect had a target list. Political violence and misinformation spread online.
Claims about record low living standards are examined. While some measures show weak growth and reductions, data doesn't confirm all-time lows. Impact of pandemic & inflation on living standards is explored.
Los Angeles sees protests after immigration raids near a Home Depot, detaining dozens. Schools respond with security measures amidst rumors of ICE presence. Investigation disputes claims.
Reports reveal discussions on myocarditis between Israel's Health Ministry and CDC in 2021. Safety signals emerged, particularly in young males. Despite concerns, experts highlight the benefits of mRNA vaccines while some government actions spark debate.
Los Angeles protests led to National Guard deployment. Trump's action faced criticism. Timeline details initial media reports, official statements & troop arrival. Violence & unrest reported.
AI-generated image of an Air India plane hitting a building is circulating after the Ahmedabad collision. Experts confirm it's fake. Beware of misinformation during crises.
Gavin Newsom posted photos online claiming to show mistreatment of troops sent to LA by Trump. The photos actually depict soldiers in Kabul during Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021, not current conditions.
Marco Rubio and JD Vance face scrutiny for misrepresenting aid stats, claiming only 12% reaches recipients. Critiques of 'phantom aid' and calls for shifting funds to local entities highlight aid efficiency debates.
Analysis of UK-EU deal, migration figures, NHS appointments data, and miscarriages of justice. Fact-checking claims from politicians and media on key issues. Includes data from ONS, NHS England and CCRC.
Fact checks on claims about UK migration, NHS appointments, fishing agreement with EU, and miscarriages of justice. Analyzing data and statements for accuracy. #migration #NHS #fishing
AI-generated video of damaged army aircraft debunked. The clip circulating on social media is fake, with distorted figures and overlapping planes. Fact-checking is crucial in conflict coverage. AI content identification.
Nine UK council elections were postponed due to local government reorganisation, sparking controversy. Critics cited democratic concerns and political motivations. Claims of illegality are partly false.
DOGE, under Musk and Trump, aimed for massive cost cuts but fell short. Savings are disputed, agencies gutted, and states challenged actions. Political conflicts add uncertainty.
Federal funding for gender-affirming care via Medicaid is under threat. States may cover costs, but restrictions could impact access for LGBTQ+ adults, especially in certain states.
