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.
Area of Interest
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 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
Fact Check: Is Trump's claim permanent DST would save hundreds of millions of dollars true?
Trump said he is going to work ‘very hard’ to see The Sunshine Protection Act signed into law
Fact Check: Is viral image of Trump modeling ‘Epstein Island Summer Collection’ real?
The image featured a young Donald Trump posing indoors in a light blue shorts suit, white shirt, black belt, and knee-high white boots
Fact Check: Did Charlie Kirk secretly pick wife Erika Kirk as his successor at TPUSA?
The clip featured a montage of Erika Kirk at different TPUSA events alongside audio snippets from Charlie Kirk naming her as his successor.
Fact Check: Did Elon Musk legally change his name to ‘Dogeus Maximus’?
The rumor gained traction largely because of Elon Musk’s well-known association with Dogecoin and internet meme culture
Fact Check: Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce charging $8,000 for access to their rumored wedding?
A viral social media post claimed fans could purchase entry to Swift and Kelce's reported New York wedding for thousands of dollars
Fact Check: Is the viral image of Bill Clinton in a Disney princess gown real?
As the image gained attention online, it also renewed public interest in Jeffrey Epstein's network and his connections to prominent figures
Fact Check: Did Marco Rubio say there would be no Netanyahu without the US?
The post gained attention against the backdrop of ongoing debates over US-Israel relations and Washington's influence on Israeli policy
Fact Check: Did Trump promise Americans free rent, free food with no mortgage interest?
The claim spread widely because it focused on key voter concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms, including housing, mortgage, food, and living costs
Fact Check: Did Marjorie Taylor Greene accept $20M to betray Trump?
A viral post alleged that much of the $20 million Marjorie Taylor Greene has gained in net worth since entering Congress could not be accounted for
Fact Check: Did CBS want podcaster Joe Rogan to replace Anderson Cooper on '60 Minutes'?
An exclusive report claimed that CBS executives were considering podcaster Joe Rogan for a role on '60 Minutes' to help boost the show's audience
Fact Check: Did Trump White House orchestrate rise of Nick Shirley?
A viral tweet claimed that leaked documents showed 'Nick Shirley's whole deal was manufactured and shaped by the White House'
Fact Check: Is Erika Kirk set to host UFC's White House Fight Night on June 14, 2026?
A viral social media post claims the Turning Point CEO has been tapped to appear at UFC's White House event in June 2026
Fact Check: Is an image of Trump hidden beneath Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool?
The claim gained traction as the Reflecting Pool is currently undergoing renovation ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations
Fact Check: Is the viral image of Kaitlan Collins asleep during Trump's Oval Office briefing real?
The claim surfaced after Donald Trump criticized CNN and Kaitlan Collins during an Oval Office press event, calling both 'corrupt'
Fact Check: Did 25 million people cross the US border under Biden as Trump claims?
Donald Trump repeated several disputed claims about immigration during a conversation with New York Post columnist and podcaster Miranda Devine