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VERIFY Weekly: The history behind June becoming LGBTQ+ 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.
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.
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