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: 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
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