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‘I Am Legend’ screenwriter addresses false claims that COVID-19 vaccine could turn people into zombies

Coronavirus

‘I Am Legend’ screenwriter addresses false claims that COVID-19 vaccine could turn people into zombies

Health

No, there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to personal hygiene

Coming into contact with multiple people, places and things necessitate more frequent bathing, according to board-certified dermatologists.
Money

No, people cannot legally buy planets, despite celebrity’s claim

Although Grimes claimed rapper Lil Uzi Vert was the first human to legally own a planet, his ownership is unlikely to be legally recognized by any government.
Health

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

Several government agencies have recognized that the consumption of poppy seeds could lead to urine samples that result in a positive drug test.
National

VERIFY Weekly: The history behind June becoming LGBTQ+ Pride Month

With LGBTQ+ celebrations happening across the country this month, the VERIFY team looked into how and why June became Pride Month.
Pop Culture

Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse

Bonnie Tyler’s song reaches its peak in online interest during the actual times the eclipse is visible.
Pop Culture

No, putting sugar into the gas tank does not ruin a car’s engine

During the days-long shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline, some people vented their frustration by suggesting people fill gas tanks with sugar.
Pop Culture

No, bets on Medina Spirit will not change if Kentucky Derby winner is disqualified

Although Medina Spirit may lose the title of Kentucky Derby winner, those who bet on the horse will keep their winnings even if he’s disqualified.
Pop Culture

No, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day

The Battle of Puebla (aka Cinco de Mayo) happened half a century after Mexico’s declaration of independence.
Pop Culture

No, Darth Vader does not say, ‘Luke, I am your father’

May 4 is Star Wars Day, and one of the most iconic lines in the franchise’s history is often misquoted in pop culture references.
Vaccine

Young, healthy adults should get a COVID-19 vaccine, medical experts say

In a recent episode of his popular podcast, comedian Joe Rogan said he would not advise a healthy 21-year-old to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Pop Culture

Kanye West’s $1.8M Yeezys are the most expensive sneakers ever sold at auction

This sale tops the world record of a pair of autographed Nike Air Jordan 1s worn by Michael Jordan in a 1985 game and sold for $560,000 in 2020.

MATA holds second public meeting on bus route redesign proposal

MATA holds second public meeting on bus route redesign proposal

Off-and-on storms continue for the next several days

WATCH: Thursday evening weather forecast 9/16/21

Memphis News & Weather | Memphis, TN | WATN - localmemphis.com

‘I Am Legend’ screenwriter addresses false claims that COVID-19 vaccine could turn people into zombies

No, there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to personal hygiene

No, people cannot legally buy planets, despite celebrity’s claim

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

VERIFY Weekly: The history behind June becoming LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Yes, there is a spike in interest in 1983 song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' whenever there’s a solar eclipse

No, putting sugar into the gas tank does not ruin a car’s engine

No, bets on Medina Spirit will not change if Kentucky Derby winner is disqualified

No, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day

No, Darth Vader does not say, ‘Luke, I am your father’

Young, healthy adults should get a COVID-19 vaccine, medical experts say

Kanye West’s $1.8M Yeezys are the most expensive sneakers ever sold at auction

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