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No, Democrats didn’t cut $280 billion from Medicare
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Sports
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Taxes
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Social Security
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Health
No, a government-funded food pyramid doesn’t rank Lucky Charms as healthier than steak
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Environment
There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater
State rules differ on whether people can collect rainwater, but there is no federal law banning the practice.
Taxes
No, you won’t receive the increased child tax credit this year
Parents should expect a smaller refund in 2023 due to the child tax credit amount going down. Here’s what to know about income limits and other requirements.
Taxes
Yes, you can file your taxes for free
There are several options you can use to file your federal taxes, and sometimes your state taxes, for free.
Taxes
No, families can’t receive the increased child tax credit in 2023
The expanded child tax credit included in the American Rescue Plan is no longer in effect. Here’s what that means for families’ tax returns in 2023.
Economy
What it means for the U.S. to hit the debt ceiling: 5 Fast Facts
Several readers have asked about the debt ceiling and what could happen if Congress doesn’t raise it in time. We VERIFY answers to 5 key questions.
Government
No, Democrats didn’t cut $280 billion from Medicare
A law passed by Democrats saved Medicare money; it didn’t slash its budget, as some politicians have claimed.
Sports
Despite Giants fans’ outrage, the Empire State Building lighting up for a rival team is nothing new
The Empire State Building regularly changes its LED lights depending on the occasion. Most recently, it was for the victors of the AFC and NFC championship games.
Business
Employers may ask for your credit report in some states
Federal, state and local laws differ in whether an employer can access your credit report. We break down the rules.
Taxes
Social Security benefits are taxable for some people, depending on their income
Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits are counted as taxable income if you meet certain requirements.
Social Security
Yes, Social Security payments are taxable
You may have to pay taxes on a portion of your Social Security benefits depending on your income. Here’s what you should know.
Health
No, a government-funded food pyramid doesn’t rank Lucky Charms as healthier than steak
Joe Rogan and others shared a graph that ranks Lucky Charms as healthier than steak. But it isn’t a food pyramid endorsed by the federal government.
Environment
There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater
State rules differ on whether people can collect rainwater, but there is no federal law banning the practice.
Taxes
No, you won’t receive the increased child tax credit this year
Parents should expect a smaller refund in 2023 due to the child tax credit amount going down. Here’s what to know about income limits and other requirements.
Taxes
Yes, you can file your taxes for free
There are several options you can use to file your federal taxes, and sometimes your state taxes, for free.
Taxes
No, families can’t receive the increased child tax credit in 2023
The expanded child tax credit included in the American Rescue Plan is no longer in effect. Here’s what that means for families’ tax returns in 2023.
Economy
What it means for the U.S. to hit the debt ceiling: 5 Fast Facts
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