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Technology
TikTok ban bill signed into law: What we can VERIFY
Social Media
VERIFYING what the TikTok ban legislation could mean for you
When does the ban start? Can you still use TikTok after it takes effect?
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
Yes, you can still contact emergency services during a 911 outage
If you cannot call 911 during an outage, there are other ways to reach them, such as calling non-emergency or alternative numbers, or sending a text to 911.
Electric Vehicles
EVs do not rely on diesel generators
A post falsely claims electric cars like Tesla need three hours on a generator to go 200 miles. But EVs don’t use generators and take only minutes to charge.
Joe Biden
No, President Biden is not giving a Chinese company $6.6 billion to open a microchip plant in Arizona
The Biden administration is funding a Taiwanese company to open a microchip plant, its third in Arizona.
Technology
Biden isn't giving Chinese co. $6.6B to open Arizona chip plant
The Biden administration is funding a Taiwanese company to open a microchip plant, its third in Arizona.
Electric Vehicles
No, diesel generators for charging electric vehicles aren't popping up everywhere
A viral post claiming diesel generators for EVs are “popping up everywhere” is false. The EV charging network doesn't rely on diesel or gas generators at all.
Technology
Yes, Apple warned iPhone users in 92 countries about ‘mercenary spyware attacks’
Mercenary spyware attacks allow hackers to remotely take over a phone. They are extremely rare and typically target individuals in high-profile positions.
Technology
No, the national Do Not Call Registry does not stop all unsolicited phone calls
The registry prevents unsolicited sales calls and robocalls, but doesn’t stop political, charity, debt collection or scam callers.
Scams
No, the National Do Not Call Registry does not stop all unsolicited phone calls
Unsolicited political or charity calls, surveys are still allowed if the number is on Do Not Call Registry. The list only blocks sales calls and illegal robocalls.
Travel
No, hotel key cards do not store information that can be used to steal your identity
Hotel key cards usually contain information like your room number and the length of your stay. They do not store your credit card information.
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