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When will Iran war end? See Trump’s shifting timeline Trump declared “total” victory in the Iran war but later threatened to attack civilian infrastructure. Since Feb. 28, Trump has cited conflicting timelines for ending the war. Negotiations amid a…

President Trump declared “total” victory in the Iran war but later threatened to attack civilian infrastructure. Since Feb. 28, Trump has cited conflicting timelines for ending the war. Negotiations amid a ceasefire continue.

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Social media users shared a video of a ship on fire, claiming it showed a recent U.S. attack on an Iranian cargo ship. But that video is from June 2025, showing the aftermath of a collision of two tankers.

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SAVE America Act ad oversimplifies voter ID debate A conservative group’s TV ad says 83% of Americans support photo ID to vote. That comes from a 2025 survey which predates the Trump-supported SAVE America Act.

A conservative group’s TV ad says 83% of Americans support photo ID to vote. That comes from a 2025 survey which predates the Trump-supported SAVE America Act.

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El papa León XIV no pidió destituir a Donald Trump No hay evidencia de que el papa León XIV pidió destituir al presidente Donald Trump. Eso es Falso. León sólo ha llamado a la paz y al diálogo en sus discursos.

No hay evidencia de que el papa León XIV pidió destituir al presidente Donald Trump. Eso es Falso. León sólo ha llamado a la paz y al diálogo en sus discursos.

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How to navigate a sea of salts Table salt, sea salt, pink Himalayan salt. If you’re overwhelmed by the abundance of salt options and have wondered if some salt types have more health benefits than others, we’ve got a guide for you.

Table salt, sea salt, pink Himalayan salt. If you’re overwhelmed by the abundance of salt options and have wondered if some salt types have more health benefits than others, we’ve got a guide for you.

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Certain ‘natural’ herbal supplements can harm your liver. A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are…

A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are symptoms to watch for.

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No, Pope Leo XIV does not support nuclear weapons in Iran President Donald Trump said Pope Leo XIV “thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon.” The pope has called for nuclear weapons’ elimination multiple times.

President Donald Trump said Pope Leo XIV “thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon.” The pope has called for nuclear weapons’ elimination multiple times.

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Would the Dignity Act grant ‘mass amnesty’? Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some…

Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some say this would be “mass amnesty.” Is it?

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Your guide to microplastics Over time, plastic breaks into smaller and smaller fragments called microplastics, which have been found in human tissues and organs. Researchers are working to understand how microplastics impact…

Over time, plastic breaks into smaller and smaller fragments called microplastics, which have been found in human tissues and organs. Researchers are working to understand how microplastics impact human health.

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Trump tax cuts: Sorting truth versus spin before Tax Day President Donald Trump invited a DoorDasher to deliver McDonald’s to the White House as a promotion of his reduction of tax on tips. The president’s agenda has reduced some taxes, but he sometimes…

President Donald Trump invited a DoorDasher to deliver McDonald’s to the White House as a promotion of his reduction of tax on tips. The president’s agenda has reduced some taxes, but he sometimes exaggerates the extent.

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Was the U.S. Navy created to take on pirates? After President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy would blockade the Strait of Hormuz to squeeze Iran, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said the Navy was created to take on piracy. Historians…

After President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy would blockade the Strait of Hormuz to squeeze Iran, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said the Navy was created to take on piracy. Historians agree.

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No, Pope Leo XIV does not support nuclear weapons in Iran President Donald Trump said Pope Leo XIV “thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon.” The pope has called for nuclear weapons’ elimination multiple times.

Talking to the press, President Donald Trump said, "The Pope made a statement. He says, 'Iran can have a nuclear weapon.'" We rated a similar statement from him Pants on Fire. Pope Leo XIV has specifically spoken against nuclear weapons. buff.ly/xauMiHu

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We checked: Thom Tillis is still in office Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C. — who promised to block a new Federal Reserve chair until a probe of current chair Jerome Powell is settled — isn’t seeking reelection, but he’s still very much a senator,…

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C. — who promised to block a new Federal Reserve chair until a probe of current chair Jerome Powell is settled — isn’t seeking reelection, but he’s still very much a senator, contrary to what President Donald Trump said.

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Would Florida mid-decade redistricting be illegal? Florida Democrats say Republicans’ plan to redraw districts before the midterms violates the state constitution. Does it? If it’s intended to benefit a political party, yes.

Florida Democrats say Republicans’ plan to redraw districts before the midterms violates the state constitution. Does it? If it’s intended to benefit a political party, yes.

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Certain ‘natural’ herbal supplements can harm your liver. A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are…

A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are symptoms to watch for.

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Ad says Moulton ‘thanked ICE.’ He called for abolishing it A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

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No, Pope Leo XIV does not support nuclear weapons in Iran President Donald Trump said Pope Leo XIV “thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon.” The pope has called for nuclear weapons’ elimination multiple times.

President Donald Trump said Pope Leo XIV “thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a Nuclear Weapon.” The pope has called for nuclear weapons’ elimination multiple times.

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Would the Dignity Act grant ‘mass amnesty’? Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some…

Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some say this would be “mass amnesty.” Is it?

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Your guide to microplastics Over time, plastic breaks into smaller and smaller fragments called microplastics, which have been found in human tissues and organs. Researchers are working to understand how microplastics impact…

Over time, plastic breaks into smaller and smaller fragments called microplastics, which have been found in human tissues and organs. Researchers are working to understand how microplastics impact human health.

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No, Donald Trump isn’t the first US president to solve a war During a White House visit by Ukraine’s president, President Donald Trump expanded on his boast about solving eight wars, saying no president before him had solved even one. Pants on Fire!

At least two U.S. presidents — Theodore Roosevelt and Jimmy Carter — won Nobel Peace Prizes for personally conducting negotiations that led to peace agreements, and several other presidents saw peace agreements hammered out on their watch by officials they had appointed. buff.ly/cgqhroC

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No, Donald Trump isn’t the first US president to solve a war During a White House visit by Ukraine’s president, President Donald Trump expanded on his boast about solving eight wars, saying no president before him had solved even one. Pants on Fire!

In an interview with Maria Bartiromo that aired today, President Donald Trump said that no president has “ever ended one war. Who's ended one? Nobody.” We’ve rated that Pants on Fire.

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Was the U.S. Navy created to take on pirates? After President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy would blockade the Strait of Hormuz to squeeze Iran, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said the Navy was created to take on piracy. Historians…

After President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy would blockade the Strait of Hormuz to squeeze Iran, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said the Navy was created to take on piracy. Historians agree.

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Over time, plastic breaks into smaller and smaller fragments called microplastics, which have been found in human tissues and organs. Researchers are working to understand how microplastics impact human health.

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Trump tax cuts: Sorting truth versus spin before Tax Day President Donald Trump invited a DoorDasher to deliver McDonald’s to the White House as a promotion of his reduction of tax on tips. The president’s agenda has reduced some taxes, but he sometimes…

President Donald Trump invited a DoorDasher to deliver McDonald’s to the White House as a promotion of his reduction of tax on tips. The president’s agenda has reduced some taxes, but he sometimes exaggerates the extent.

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Did CNN publish a fake Iran statement and commit a crime? President Donald Trump said CNN posted a “fake” statement from Iran and that authorities are looking into whether CNN committed a crime. Here’s what we know.

President Donald Trump said CNN posted a “fake” statement from Iran and that authorities are looking into whether CNN committed a crime. Here’s what we know.

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Certain ‘natural’ herbal supplements can harm your liver. A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are…

A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are symptoms to watch for.

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Ad says Moulton ‘thanked ICE.’ He called for abolishing it A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

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Would the Dignity Act grant ‘mass amnesty’? Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some…

Republican Rep. Maria Salazar’s ‘Dignity Act’ legislation seeks to give legal status to some immigrants in the U.S. illegally who can pass background checks, pay a fine and meet other criteria. Some say this would be “mass amnesty.” Is it?

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Certain ‘natural’ herbal supplements can harm your liver. A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are…

A fictional patient on “The Pitt” almost went into liver failure from taking turmeric. But the risk is factual — and it’s not the only herbal supplement linked to serious liver damage. Here are symptoms to watch for.

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Ad says Moulton ‘thanked ICE.’ He called for abolishing it A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

A PAC ad distorted Rep. Seth Moulton’s vote on a 2025 resolution as if it shows he is pro-ICE. The resolution’s aim was to condemn an antisemitic attack. Moulton has since called to abolish ICE.

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