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Health

No, burning scented candles is not bad for your health

Environment

Yes, then-and-now photos of Arctic are real, but it’s not a 100-year comparison

The historical photo was taken in 1928 from Svalbard, between Norway and the North Pole. The newer photo was taken in 2002.
Coronavirus

No, there isn’t a new test to detect the omicron variant

A widely used PCR test can help flag a potential omicron infection. Confirmation is then done through genomic sequencing.
Coronavirus

No, the WHO did not say the omicron variant originated in South Africa — it said South Africa reported it first

The first confirmed infections of the new coronavirus variant came from foreign visitors to Botswana. Their nationalities are unknown.
Coronavirus

No, there is no evidence that deer transmit COVID-19 to humans

White-tailed deer in the U.S. have tested positive for COVID-19. But there is no evidence that deer transmit the virus to humans.
Coronavirus

There is no evidence deer transmit COVID-19 to humans

Some health officials suggest hunters wear a mask while handling and cleaning deer carcasses.
Government

Yes, it is possible for a sitting vice president to be nominated to the Supreme Court

Rumors began trending that Biden would nominate Harris to the Supreme Court after CNN published a report about tension in the White House.
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Fact-checking if it is possible for a sitting vice president to be nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court

Rumors began trending that Biden would nominate Harris to the Supreme Court after CNN published a report about tension in the White House.
Coronavirus

Omicron variant: Don’t wait to get a booster shot, doctors say

The World Health Organization says it’s reasonable to believe the vaccines will offer some protection against omicron. Booster shots also help fight other variants.
Coronavirus

Don’t wait to get a booster shot, doctors say

You should not wait to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster. Health organizations and doctors say you should get your booster shot as soon as you’re eligible.
Money

No, there will not be a dramatic drop in gas prices because of oil reserve releases

The administration will exchange 32 million barrels of oil and sell 18 million barrels under Biden’s plan. That doesn’t mean a dramatically lower price at the pump.
Holiday

Yes, Hanukkah is considered a relatively 'minor' Jewish holiday

Hanukkah’s popularity has increased in the U.S. due to its proximity to Christmas but it is considered a minor Jewish holiday.

Couple in York finds black widow spider inside package containing holiday gift

Bangor police warn Mainers of increased package theft around holidays

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No, burning scented candles is not bad for your health

Yes, then-and-now photos of Arctic are real, but it’s not a 100-year comparison

No, there isn’t a new test to detect the omicron variant

No, the WHO did not say the omicron variant originated in South Africa — it said South Africa reported it first

No, there is no evidence that deer transmit COVID-19 to humans

There is no evidence deer transmit COVID-19 to humans

Yes, it is possible for a sitting vice president to be nominated to the Supreme Court

Fact-checking if it is possible for a sitting vice president to be nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court

Omicron variant: Don’t wait to get a booster shot, doctors say

Don’t wait to get a booster shot, doctors say

No, there will not be a dramatic drop in gas prices because of oil reserve releases

Yes, Hanukkah is considered a relatively 'minor' Jewish holiday

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