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VERIFY | Yes, jet lag is worse if you travel east rather than west

Research shows multiple reasons why the body may need several more days to recover from travel across multiple time zones heading east than west.
No, Trump Bucks aren’t legal currency

Some companies are selling memorabilia called Trump Bucks, which are novelty bills, checks or cards with Trump’s likeness. They can’t be used as actual currency.

Yes, New York City is sinking

Both natural and human-caused processes contribute to sinking land, which is happening not just in NYC but across the East Coast and in cities around the world.
No, current State Farm homeowners insurance customers in California won’t lose coverage

State Farm announced it is no longer writing new homeowners insurance policies in California. But the decision doesn’t impact current policyholders.
No, McDonald’s ice cream does not contain xylitol, a sugar substitute dangerous to dogs

Ice cream “pup cups” are a popular dog treat. But some online posts warn McDonald’s ice cream has an ingredient toxic to dogs. That’s false.

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VERIFY | Yes, jet lag is worse if you travel east rather than west

No, Trump Bucks aren’t legal currency

Yes, New York City is sinking

No, current State Farm homeowners insurance customers in California won’t lose coverage

No, McDonald’s ice cream does not contain xylitol, a sugar substitute dangerous to dogs

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No, Amazon is not adding a $1 fee for all returns

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