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Image shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un waving to crowds of soldiers.

Kim Jong Un death rumors: Is there any proof?

Social media is buzzing with rumors that North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un died after suffering a serious health condition.

To investigate, reporter Nur Ibrahim found where the claims originated and examined photos of Kim released by North Korean state media.

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Watch out for these 8 claims about polling stations, ballots

Claims of election fraud and lost ballots are spreading widely ahead. We have the facts.

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An in-focus U.S. President Donald Trump, right, wears a dark suit, white shirt, red tie and U.S. flag pin while walking away from an out-of-focus Marine One and two Marines standing next to the aircraft visible on the left side in the background, with morning light shining on his face, at Joint Base Andrews.

Does video show Trump neglecting to salute US Marines after departing Marine One?

We inspected videos and photos of the president exiting the helicopter to determine the truth.

Collage of Texas' blue, red and white lone star flag in the shape of the state, a black mailbox filled with mail and a background of pink, white and blue stripes.

Are 'Texas Transgender Student Union' mailers from legitimate civil rights group?

People wondered if the flyers sent to families all over the state were a political stunt. Here's what we know.

JD Vance, a white man wearing a black suit, speaks at a podium that says VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. A crowd stands behind him.

Did JD Vance compare US economy to Titanic?

The alleged quote spread as polls showed Americans' faith in the economy was at its lowest in over a decade.

Staff pick

A vertical video screenshot presented on a blurry background shows a collage of seven "No Kings" protests occurring on Oct. 18, 2025, in Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. with the U.S. Capitol visible, Chicago, New York City with Times Square visible, San Diego and Boston.

Does video show recent 'No Kings' rallies in 7 US cities?

"When citizens stand together and make their voices heard, the country should pay attention,” one popular social media post said.

Is the video real? Senior reporter Jordan Liles has the details.