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World

No, it didn’t rain worms in China

Environment

Blackbird flock in Mexico streets in viral video isn't unusual

Social media users falsely claimed a viral video of a massive blackbird flock roosting in a city was a sign of an impending “environmental crisis.”
Environment

Video of blackbirds swarming neighborhood shows normal behavior, not sign of impending doom

Social media users falsely claimed a viral video of a massive blackbird flock roosting in a city was a sign of an impending “environmental crisis.”
Business

Walmart isn't removing plastic bags from stores nationwide

Walmart stores in six states have gone bagless, but the company says it doesn’t have plans to do away with single-use plastic bags nationwide.
National

Yes, Jimmy Carter helped lead the cleanup effort after the world’s first nuclear reactor meltdown

In 1952, a nuclear reactor partially melted down in Canada. Then-U.S. Navy Lt. Jimmy Carter led a team of men to help with cleanup efforts.
Food

Claim that coffee pods are better for the environment than other brewing methods needs context

Zach asked VERIFY what’s more environmentally friendly — single-use coffee pods or more traditional brewing methods. The answer depends on these factors.
National

Ohio train derailment in East Palestine: What we can VERIFY

Thirty-eight Norfolk Southern freight train cars derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb. 3, spilling toxic chemicals. Here’s what we can VERIFY.
Electric Vehicles

Some home appliances can use as much energy as electric vehicles

The most popular electric vehicles can use about as much electricity as some home appliances. Here’s how appliances and EVs compare.
Environment

What we can VERIFY about the Ohio train derailment

A train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio. Here's what we know as fact, and what's unconfirmed rumor.
Health

Prop 65 warning label does not mean a product has been shown to cause cancer

Prop 65 labels are meant to better inform consumers that a product or place may contain certain chemicals; they don’t mean one product is a significant cancer risk.
Environment

There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater

State rules differ on whether people can collect rainwater, but there is no federal law banning the practice.
Gas Prices

Average gas price in the UK is over $7 per gallon, not cheaper than US

A viral photo claiming to show gas prices in the United Kingdom is misleading. Gas is actually closer to $7 per gallon in the UK.

Neo-Nazi group parades through Portland

An upcoming fashion show is changing how cancer survivors see themselves

NEWS CENTER Maine Weather Forecast

At least 5 people dead after 'catastrophic' storms move through Arkansas

Maine's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Maine | NewsCenterMaine.com

No, it didn’t rain worms in China

Blackbird flock in Mexico streets in viral video isn't unusual

Video of blackbirds swarming neighborhood shows normal behavior, not sign of impending doom

Walmart isn't removing plastic bags from stores nationwide

Yes, Jimmy Carter helped lead the cleanup effort after the world’s first nuclear reactor meltdown

Claim that coffee pods are better for the environment than other brewing methods needs context

Ohio train derailment in East Palestine: What we can VERIFY

Some home appliances can use as much energy as electric vehicles

What we can VERIFY about the Ohio train derailment

Prop 65 warning label does not mean a product has been shown to cause cancer

There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater

Average gas price in the UK is over $7 per gallon, not cheaper than US

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