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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 FBI deny Zohran Mamdani security clearance as he is a 'national security risk'?
The claim surfaced amid heightened political scrutiny of Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist who became New York City's first Muslim mayor in January 2026
Fact Check: Did FIFA tell Spanish players not to let Trump touch the 2026 trophy?
The rumor gained momentum as Trump attended the 2026 FIFA World Cup final alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino and played a visible role in the post-match medal and trophy presentation
Fact Check: Does this video show Trump's alleged body double at the airport?
The viral clip alternates between close-up and wide-angle footage of Trump speaking and walking under overcast skies
Fact Check: Did Andrew Tate ask Donald Trump for a full pardon?
The claim surfaced months after Tate and his brother, Tristan Tate, left Romania and became embroiled in legal proceedings in the US stemming from British extradition warrants
Fact Check: Did Trump confuse 'transistor' with 'transgender' in speech criticizing CHIPS Act?
In July 2026, social media users claimed that Donald Trump confused the words "transistor" and "transgender" while criticizing the CHIPS and Science Act
Fact Check: Did RFK Jr say 'The Odyssey' was made for 'gay men and cowards'?
RFK Jr allegedly said, “If you liked 'The Odyssey', I have news for you and you might want to sit down for this”
Fact Check: Does Argentina's flag-colored fireworks prove the World Cup was rigged?
People making the claim point to blue and white fireworks seen after the match, arguing that those colors match Argentina’s flag and suggesting the celebration was planned before the result
Fact Check: Is Anna Paulina Luna's claim a cyberattack destroyed Epstein investigation files true?
The claim gained attention after Rep Anna Paulina Luna discussed alleged missing records, evidence destruction
Fact Check: Did the University of Delaware ask Jill Biden to stop using 'Dr'?
The claim has gained attention because it questions Jill Biden’s academic credentials and her long-standing use of the title “Dr”
Fact Check: Did Spain say Trump World Cup photos will stay hidden until Epstein files are released?
The rumor emerged after Trump attended the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium
Fact Check: Did Lionel Messi refuse to make eye contact with Trump during the medal ceremony?
The footage shows Messi, wearing Argentina's No. 10 jersey, approaching the podium as Trump prepares to present him with a runners-up medal
Fact Check: Did FIFA edit Trump out of World Cup trophy celebration photos?
An X post claimed that President Donald Trump was furious because FIFA, Spain, and major sports news edited him out of photos from Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy celebration
Fact Check: Did Karoline Leavitt blame Kamala Harris for starting the Iran war?
The claim circulated amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran following a series of military actions
Fact Check: Did a viral video show Tom Brady and Logan Paul beefing at the World Cup final?
The rumor claimed that Tom Brady and Logan Paul continued their ongoing public feud during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final
Fact Check: Did Gianni Infantino yell about Ivanka to get Trump off the World Cup stage?
Video footage confirms that President Donald Trump remained on stage during Spain's trophy celebration after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final
Fact Check: Did Trump's files prove 278,000 noncitizens were illegally registered to vote?
Trump claimed that newly released government documents showed 278,000 noncitizens were illegally registered to vote
Fact Check: Do Trump's declassified files prove China manipulated the 2020 election?
Among his most prominent claims was that the documents proved China manipulated the 2020 election to undermine his campaign
Fact Check: Did 14 American soldiers die in a large-scale attack in Kuwait?
Documented US military fatalities occurred primarily during the early stages of Operation Epic Fury in late February and March 2026
Fact Check: Is IRGC's claim about two tanker explosions in the Strait of Hormuz true?
CENTCOM said US forces had "successfully destroyed" a surveillance tower at Iran's Shahid Kalantari Port in Chabahar
Fact Check: Did Robert F Kennedy Jr say 'infertility is genetic'?
During a White House event in May 2026, RFK Jr called falling sperm counts and fertility rates an "existential crisis"