About Author
Shanmugapriya Murugesan specializes in fact-checking. She covers a wide range of subjects, including US politics, international affairs, entertainment, celebrity death rumors, and misinformation surrounding breaking news. Her fact-driven writing is audience-focused, turning viral internet claims into clear and accessible fact-checking stories. She emphasizes accuracy and depth while making complicated subjects easy for readers to understand. She also has experience in content marketing and SEO.
Latest From Shanmugapriya Murugesan
Fact Check: Does Iran have full control of the Strait of Hormuz?
The rumor originated from comments by senior Iranian military commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari
Fact Check: Did legendary Chinese actor Jackie Chan die at the age of 72?
Jackie Chan has remained a well-known figure through popular films such as 'Rush Hour,' 'Shanghai Noon' and 'The Karate Kid'
Fact Check: Did Trump say Americans will not be able to eat if Democrats win in 2026 midterms?
The claim links Trump’s comments on Democratic policies involving inflation, agriculture and economy to the upcoming November 2026 elections
Fact Check: Is Trump banning federal loans for students in low-earning college majors?
The conflicting claims have raised questions about what the policy actually changes for students and colleges
Fact Check: Did Trump fall asleep during Iowa steel plant announcement?
The footage quickly drew attention online, with users debating whether he had fallen asleep or was simply listening with his eyes closed
Fact Check: Did Trump clash with a reporter over the six-month Iran war?
A rumor went viral online claiming Trump called a reporter ‘fake’ during a discussion about the six-month Iran war
Fact Check: Did Charli XCX appear unimpressed while Taylor Swift accepted her MTV VMA award?
The video shows Charli looking straight ahead with a neutral expression while Taylor Swift accepts the inaugural Artist Director Honors award onstage
Fact Check: Did Trump appear to struggle to breathe in a video from his presidential limousine?
In the clip, Trump raises his right hand near the vehicle's window or roof as the camera follows the moving limousine
Fact Check: Did Gavin Newsom sign a 2026 law requiring parents to lock up guns from children?
The move has prompted claims online that Newsom also signed a new 2026 law requiring parents to lock up their firearms so children cannot access them
Fact Check: Did Liz Cheney and Jamie Raskin's affair lead to her husband's divorce filing?
The post alleged that the relationship led to Cheney's husband filing for divorce
Fact Check: Did Hegseth say 300K US military members were not registered to vote in 2026 midterms?
Hegseth allegedly said about 300,000 “warriors” were not registered to vote in the 2026 election
Fact Check: Does this photo show Trump, Xi, Musk and Bezos at the White House dinner?
The state dinner took place on September 24, 2026, during Xi’s first visit to Washington in more than a decade and his second summit with Trump this year
Fact Check: Did Gen Randy George say Trump should be hospitalized for mental unfitness?
The post, shared on X, drew attention amid ongoing online discussions about Trump's mental fitness and leadership
Fact Check: Were Ed Sheeran's Gillette shows canceled because of Macklemore controversy?
Macklemore’s removal led other opening acts and members of Sheeran’s backing band to leave the tour in solidarity with him
Fact Check : Is photo of Donald and Melania Trump frowning real?
The image has sparked questions about when and where it was taken and whether it accurately captures the couple's expressions
Fact Check: Is Trump planning to stage a terrorist attack before 2026 midterms?
X users alleged that previous assassination attempts against Trump were staged and questioned what could happen before the 2026 midterms
Fact Check: Did Trump use AI to remove Melania and leave Natalie Harp in photo with Xi Jinping?
One woman does appear in the frame, and social media users began debating her identity
Fact Check: Did Trump say he will attend the Texas-Tennessee game with Peyton Manning?
An X post claiming Trump will attend Saturday’s Texas-Tennessee football game with former NFL star Peyton Manning is circulating online
Fact Check: Did Pope Leo XIV and JD Vance trade blows about compassion?
A claim circulated online alleging that Pope Leo XIV and JD Vance exchanged sharp remarks over compassion
Fact Check: Is 'Trump Fuel' station selling gas for nearly $20 per gallon?
The viral Facebook post describes a supposed Trump Fuel station in Branson, Missouri, selling gasoline for nearly $20 per gallon