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Health
No, health data from most period-tracking apps is not protected under HIPAA
Health
Data from period-tracking apps is not protected under HIPAA
HIPAA applies to covered entities, like health care providers that conduct electronic transactions — not the vast majority of apps that track periods and pregnancy.
Technology
Yes, racist text messages telling people to report to plantations to pick cotton are real
Racist text messages telling people to report to nearby plantations to pick cotton or become house slaves after the 2024 general election are real.
Donald Trump
No, Trump hasn’t called for a ban on video games
VERIFY readers asked if former President Trump wants to ban video games. An old video clip being shared out of context falsely implies he does.
Donald Trump
Did Trump say he wants to ban video games?
VERIFY readers asked if former President Trump wants to ban video games. An old video clip being shared out of context falsely implies he does.
Extreme Weather
Starlink’s promise of free service after hurricanes is misleading
Elon Musk’s satellite internet company offered Helene, Milton victims a free month of access. But there’s a $400 catch.
Extreme Weather
Elon’s Starlink promise to Helene, Milton victims misleading
The SpaceX company promised a free month of satellite internet connection to hurricane victims in Florida and North Carolina, but for most it will cost hundreds.
Electric Vehicles
Is GEICO canceling insurance coverage on Tesla Cybertrucks?
Viral posts falsely claim Geico is terminating insurance coverage of Tesla Cybertrucks because the vehicle doesn’t meet the company’s underwriting guidelines.
National
You can still contact emergency services during a 911 outage
If you’re unable to call 911 during an outage, there are other ways to get help if you’re experiencing an emergency. Here’s what you need to know.
Technology
No, FEMA didn’t prevent Starlink equipment from reaching hurricane victims
Starlink offers satellite internet to areas without wired internet. Its founder Elon Musk falsely implied FEMA blocked its delivery to Hurricane Helene victims.
Settlements
Yes, there is a Tubi app settlement
The streaming service agreed to a $19.9 million settlement after claims the company shared customer data without their consent. Here’s who may be eligible.
Social Media
No, posting ‘Goodbye Meta AI’ message won’t protect your data
No chain message has the power to stop Instagram and Facebook from using your content to train its artificial intelligence or for any other purpose.
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