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 US forces strike a civilian wheat storage facility in Iran's Hoveyzeh?
The claim surfaced amid ongoing military exchanges over the Strait of Hormuz and growing concerns about damage to civilian infrastructure
Fact Check: Did US strikes directly hit Ahvaz's Shahid Baqaei children's cancer hospital?
The rumor surfaced shortly after the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced a second wave of strikes targeting Iranian military capabilities
Fact Check: Did FIFA summon Gianni Infantino over alleged 2022 World Cup corruption?
The viral post also prompted some social media users to accuse Infantino of still favoring Argentina in the 2026 World Cup
Fact Check: Did Iran tell JD Vance Kushner and Witkoff abused Switzerland talks?
The viral post also alleged that Iran accused Kushner and Witkoff of speaking almost daily with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Fact Check: Did ICE spend hundreds of thousands on vehicles equipped with fake cell towers?
The claim also said that the ICE spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on vehicles equipped with cell site simulators
Fact Check: Did Israeli tourists threaten to kill American activists in New York?
The footage captures a physical scuffle and a heated verbal exchange following a flag-burning protest
Fact Check: Is Charlie Kirk's statue set to be unveiled in NYC on his first death anniversary?
The viral claims prompted questions about whether the project is actually scheduled to move forward
Fact Check: Was Sen Lindsey Graham's death the result of criminal actions?
Numerous social media posts blamed countries such as Russia, Iran, Ukraine, and Israel for Lindsey Graham's death
Fact Check: Did Mike Johnson say every dollar spent on seniors could have gone elsewhere?
One Facebook post claimed Johnson said money spent on those programs would be better used elsewhere
Fact Check: Did Trump's motorcade leave tire tracks in Reflecting Pool?
An April post by the National Park Service also showed crews using special tire-equipped vehicles called 'Super Scrubbers' to clean the pool
Fact Check: Are NY bar officials seeking to revoke Todd Blanche's law license over Epstein files?
The claim surfaced ahead of Blanche's Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearings for Attorney General on July 15 and 16, 2026
Fact Check: Did James Franco find real alien footage?
James Franco has sparked widespread speculation after posting a series of cryptic TikTok videos since early June
Fact Check: Did Scott Bessent confirm Trump’s face will appear on a new US coin?
A rumor claimed that the Treasury planned to feature Donald Trump on a commemorative coin as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026
Fact Check: Did Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively respond to Justin Baldoni's statement?
The claim emerged after Justin Baldoni and his wife, Emily, released a video discussing the emotional impact of the legal battle
Fact Check: Did Trump share photo of Lindsey Graham holding apology banner?
Trump's alleged post gained traction following Lindsey Graham's death on July 11, 2026
Fact Check: Are Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union getting a divorce?
The rumor surfaced online after Dwyane Wade said he would spend part of the day with his wife, Gabrielle Union
Fact Check: Does newly released surveillance footage show Tyler Robinson shooting Charlie Kirk?
A post claimed that surveillance footage shown during Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing captured him firing the shot that killed Charlie Kirk
Fact Check: Did Tyler Robinson say he doesn't want death penalty amid preliminary hearings?
Viral posts allege that Robinson said he does not want the death penalty, with some suggesting his stance is tied to Utah's method of execution
Fact Check: Did Muslims in Dearborn try to stop churches from ringing their bells?
A Facebook post reported, 'Muslims in Dearborn, Michigan Demand Churches Stop Ringing Bells on Sunday'
Fact Check: Is Mitch McConnell's home being renovated while he's hospitalized?
A video claiming a flooring company was seen measuring inside Mitch McConnell's home is going viral