Fact Checks

Does Ozempic Help With Addictions? Here's What the Studies Tell Us

What started as a diabetes treatment derived from Gila monster venom has taken an unexpected turn into neurobiology: patients taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic frequently report lost interest in alcohol, nicotine, and compulsive betting. But is it just anecdotal or is there real data from the studies to substantiate the viral claims you’re seeing on social media? We asked Soval, here’s what the studies tell us.

Are Political Ads Pushing Fake Government Benefit Checks Ahead of the Midterms?

Scammers are using social media ads using AI-generated deepfakes of political figures to promise nonexistent stimulus checks and benefits. Here is how these election-season fraud networks operate and how to verify legitimate government relief before handing over your personal data.

Did the U.S. administration ban Canadian liquor

The U.S. has begun blocking certain Canadian alcoholic beverages from entering the country. Here’s what the new restrictions cover, why they were introduced and what the evidence says about the claim that America “banned Canadian liquor.”

Did Trump Use Taxpayer Money for the “Love Me” TV Ad? Here’s What We Know

A Trump TV advertisement featuring JMSN’s “Love Me” has sparked questions over who paid for it. Multiple major news organizations report that the ad was funded by the U.S. government. Here’s what the evidence shows, what remains disputed and why the distinction matters.

Can a 20-Minute Workout or 90-Minute Nap Help Your Brain After a Sleepless Night?

Can a 20-minute workout or 90-minute nap help after sleep deprivation? Here’s what a 2026 study found about exercise, naps and memory.

Can you really make a compass out of a needle in the wild?

You saw Anthony Hopkins use it to survive a bear in the 1997 thriller 'The Edge': magnetizing a needle with silk to find North. Fact check this dramatic movie survival hack to discover if it really works when you’re lost.

Are Driscoll’s Berries From the U.S. Sold in Canada, and Are They Safe to Eat?

A former Driscoll’s employee alleges that some berries shipped to Canada exceeded Canadian chemical safety limits. CBC News reports that the CFIA found pesticide levels above legal limits during several inspections between 2022 and 2024. Here’s what has been confirmed, what remains an allegation, and what it means for consumers.

Did Scientists Detect Radio Signals From Outside Our Solar System?

Deep space signals detected? Yes, but it’s not aliens. Scientists confirmed these are massive natural auroras on the exoplanet Beta Pictoris b, not extraterrestrial technology. Get the true story behind the headlines.

Is Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” Actually About Joe Jonas? What the Evidence Says

The Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner fan theory is everywhere, but it ignores what Taylor Swift actually said inspired "Patient Zero." Here is the full fact check.

Did Trump Ban Bombardier From Selling Planes in the U.S.?

Trump said Bombardier can no longer sell planes in the U.S. unless it builds them there. Here’s what he announced and what happens next.

Costco does not source beef from Argentina and publishes transparent tracking of their meat origins for Kirkland beef

Is AI Really Leading to Less Work for Employees?

The promise of AI in the workplace often centers on increased efficiency and a futuristic "four-day workweek." However, the reality for many employees is proving far more complex. We separate the automated hype from the hard data.