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Environment
There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater
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.
Environment
No, Wyoming is not banning electric cars
Wyoming state senators proposed a resolution to discourage the sale of electric cars, but it was not a ban and did not pass.
Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles are not banned in Wyoming
Wyoming state senators proposed a resolution to discourage the sale of electric cars, but it was not a ban and did not pass.
National
No, there is not a national ban on gas stoves in the U.S.
Some U.S. cities have banned natural gas hookups on new construction, but there is no federal ban on the purchase of gas stoves.
Technology
No, there is no national ban on gas stoves in the U.S.
Despite recent studies that have linked gas stoves with asthma, there isn’t a federal ban on gas stoves. Some cities, like New York and Berkeley, do have natural gas
Environment
It’s misleading to claim that polar bears are ‘thriving’ because of ‘increasing population’
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Environment
Misrepresented data used to falsely 'prove' polar bears thriving
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Extreme Weather
Verifying 5 claims about cold weather and homes
Should you use a ceiling fan in the winter? How about dripping your faucet? VERIFY gives you tips to prepare your home for extreme cold.
Extreme Weather
Yes, warming up your car before driving in cold weather can damage the engine
Warming up your gas car in the winter can damage your engine's pistons and cylinders. It can also decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and hurt the environment.
Environment
Yes, the Kansas oil spill is the largest in Keystone Pipeline history
An estimated 14,000 barrels of oil from the Keystone Pipeline spilled into a Kansas creek on Dec. 7. This is the biggest oil spill in the pipeline system’s history.
Holiday
Poinsettias’ danger to pets has long been overblown
Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not deadly to cats and dogs. But they still might get sick if they eat the plant.
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.
Environment
No, Wyoming is not banning electric cars
Wyoming state senators proposed a resolution to discourage the sale of electric cars, but it was not a ban and did not pass.
Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles are not banned in Wyoming
Wyoming state senators proposed a resolution to discourage the sale of electric cars, but it was not a ban and did not pass.
National
No, there is not a national ban on gas stoves in the U.S.
Some U.S. cities have banned natural gas hookups on new construction, but there is no federal ban on the purchase of gas stoves.
Technology
No, there is no national ban on gas stoves in the U.S.
Despite recent studies that have linked gas stoves with asthma, there isn’t a federal ban on gas stoves. Some cities, like New York and Berkeley, do have natural gas
Environment
It’s misleading to claim that polar bears are ‘thriving’ because of ‘increasing population’
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Environment
Misrepresented data used to falsely 'prove' polar bears thriving
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Extreme Weather
Verifying 5 claims about cold weather and homes
Should you use a ceiling fan in the winter? How about dripping your faucet? VERIFY gives you tips to prepare your home for extreme cold.
Extreme Weather
Yes, warming up your car before driving in cold weather can damage the engine
Warming up your gas car in the winter can damage your engine's pistons and cylinders. It can also decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and hurt the environment.
Environment
Yes, the Kansas oil spill is the largest in Keystone Pipeline history
An estimated 14,000 barrels of oil from the Keystone Pipeline spilled into a Kansas creek on Dec. 7. This is the biggest oil spill in the pipeline system’s history.
Holiday
Poinsettias’ danger to pets has long been overblown
Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not deadly to cats and dogs. But they still might get sick if they eat the plant.
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