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 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
Fact Check: Did DHS announce a ban on international flights to sanctuary cities?
The US Department of Justice had previously identified several “sanctuary jurisdictions” in an October 2025 report.
Fact Check: Is the viral video of Trump berating Netanyahu real?
A video claiming to show President Donald Trump lashing out at Benjamin Netanyahu went viral on social media.
Fact Check: Did Dolly Parton rebuke George Clooney for criticizing her views on patriotism?
The viral post claimed Dolly Parton defended free speech and criticized using celebrity influence to shame people with opposing political views
Fact Check: Does new Acting DNI Bill Pulte have no intelligence experience?
One former Trump administration official responded sarcastically when asked about Pulte’s qualifications
Fact Check: Is Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner's resort modeled after Jeffrey Epstein's island?
The claim gained traction as public attention grew around Jared Kushner's proposed $1.4 billion eco-resort project on the former military island
Fact Check: Did Trump's UFC event website crash due to LGBTQ+ groups buying tickets?
The event, scheduled for June 14, 2026, Flag Day and President Trump's 80th birthday, is expected to be a centerpiece of America's 250th anniversary celebrations
Fact Check: Is this photo of five US presidents excluding Trump real?
The image shows former presidents posing for a casual selfie, with a caption claiming Trump was excluded and calling it 'the last good times of USA'
Fact Check: Are GOP lawmakers working with Democrats to impeach Trump?
According to a claim, the lawmakers were trying to recruit more Republicans to back impeachment in what was described as a 'RINO revenge plot'