About Author
Shanmugapriya is a dedicated Trending News writer who transforms trending political and entertainment stories into compelling, fact-driven narratives. Accuracy and depth are at the core of her writing, making complex topics easy to understand and trustworthy to read. She also specializes in identifying facts behind viral narratives, debunking misinformation, and presenting verified news that audiences can trust. By tracking trending conversations on X, she delivers exactly what audiences are looking for - reliable, and authentic news.
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In addition to exploring crime scenes, she enjoys traveling, listening to music, and watching detective movies. While she immerses herself in crime scenes and captures truths in her writing, she also harbors an interest in crafting short novels, quotes, and aspiring to be a novelist.
Latest From Shanmugapriya Murugesan
Fact Check: Did Susan Collins side with Trump on 95% of Senate votes in 2025?
A Democratic challenger questioned Collins' bipartisan image, pointing to her voting record during Trump's second term
Fact Check: Did Jennifer Lopez donate $4.5M in aid to Palestinians?
Jennifer Lopez donated $4.5 million to provide meals and medical aid to Palestinians
Fact Check: Did Gwyneth Paltrow appear in an ad for a luxury real estate project in Israel?
A viral post accuses Gwyneth Paltrow of helping Israel 'sell stolen coastline apartments'
Fact Check: Is Trump's $10M Reflecting Pool already filled with algae?
Trump administration hailed the Reflecting Pool project as another step toward making Washington, DC, look “better than ever”
Fact Check: Did Iran close the Strait of Hormuz to all vessels after latest US strikes?
Reports also claim Iran's military has warned that any ship attempting to pass through the strait would be targeted
Fact Check: Did Trump launch an ICE surge in NYC after being booed at Madison Square Garden?
The rumor spread widely on social media and fueled speculation that the timing of increased immigration enforcement was an act of personal retaliation
Fact Check: Did Trump appoint Kari Lake to lead an election fraud task force?
The post also claimed that “a national tip line for citizens to report voter fraud” would be introduced as part of Lake’s task force.
Fact Check: Is John Thune working with Chuck Schumer against Trump?
The post also claimed that Thune was deliberately blocking every single person nominated by President Trump to serve in the administration.
Fact Check: Did Mamdani call Trump 'bad luck' and tell him to stay out of NY until NBA Finals end?
The claim surfaced shortly after Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 8
Fact Check: Did Trump offer crypto rewards to FIFA World Cup fans through a Truth Social post?
The viral screenshot claimed Donald Trump promoted trumpcup26.com, offering 'exclusive Crypto Rewards' to 2026 FIFA World Cup fans worldwide
Fact Check: Is the viral video of Israeli forces downing Iranian jets real?
As per a viral post, Israel's advanced air defense system shot down four of five Iranian fighter jets heading toward Israel for a potential attack
Fact Check: Did Nithya Raman concede the Los Angeles mayoral race?
As votes were still being counted, Rogan O'Handley and Trump questioned the results, with O'Handley alleging fraud involving Nithya Raman's vote surge
Fact Check: Are Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao under FBI investigation?
As per a viral post, the probe stems from an alleged 'pay-to-play' scheme involving Elaine Chao's family shipping business and the CCP
Fact Check: Has Trump been banned from Madison Square Garden and Knicks games?
The post featured a photo of Trump alongside the New York Knicks logo, and many replies treated the alleged ban as a joke
Fact Check: Did RFK Jr say JFK Jr was killed by the 'deep state'?
As per a viral post, RFK Jr claimed that JFK Jr was 'taken out' by the deep state after trying to expose the truth about his father's assassination
Fact Check: Did the Trump-Epstein reading room arrive in Washington, DC, for POTUS' birthday?
The exhibit apparently features nearly 3.5 million pages of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, printed and bound into over 3,400 physical volumes
Fact Check: Did Trump throw and step on a microphone before walking out of his NBC interview?
The video alleged, "Trump threw microphone on the floor and STEPPED ON IT!"
Fact Check: Will Kristen Welker be fired from NBC for being a 'fake news' reporter?
Welker repeatedly pressed the Trump for evidence supporting his claims about California elections, election fraud and Jan 6
Fact Check: Did Trump say his doctor told him he's healthier than Obama 'by far'?
The claim surfaced after White House physician Capt Sean Barbabella said Trump is in 'excellent health' following his annual medical examination
Fact Check: Is Erika Kirk performing the national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3?
A viral post claims Erika Kirk will take center stage for the pregame anthem ceremony at a pivotal NBA Finals matchup