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Snopes Debunker - Rumors about Marjorie Taylor Greene, Applebee's, the Titanic, and a colorblind crayon maker

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Today: Rumors about Marjorie Taylor Greene, Applebee's, the Titanic, and a colorblind crayon maker

Did Marjorie Taylor Greene Echo Hitler’s Exact Words on Christianity?

Earlier this week, we received mail from our readers asking us to find out if U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., had repeated a 1928 utterance by Nazi leader Adolf Hitler about Christianity. The original Hitler quote, which we authenticated previously, read, “We tolerate no one in our ranks who attacks the ideas of Christianity. Our movement is Christian.”

Jordan Liles reports.

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Here’s What We Know About That Painting of Trump Crucified

The painting has sparked debate since it first appeared online in 2020. Read Story.

Does an Applebee’s ‘Adult Spouse’ Sign Welcome ‘Child Brides’?

A viral tweet with a picture of a sign said, "Fascists attacking drag bars, meanwhile Applebee's has specific signage welcoming child brides." Read Story.

Does Video Offer Real Footage of the Titanic Sinking?

The “unsinkable” vessel sunk in 1912. Read Story.

Was Crayola’s Top Crayon Maker Colorblind?

Emerson Moser reportedly made a billion crayons over his career, which concluded in 1990. Read Story.

Do More Than Half of Americans Read Below 6th-Grade Level?

A keen reminder to analyze data with a careful eye. Read Story.

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NFL Suspends Dolphins Owner for Tampering with Brady, Payton

The league's investigation found the Dolphins did not intentionally lose games during the 2019 season, but the team had impermissible communication with Brady and his and Payton's agent, Don Yee.

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Senate Approves Bill to Aid Vets Exposed to Toxic Burn Pits

The Senate approved the bill by a vote of 86-11.

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Kansas Voters Resoundingly Protect Their Access to Abortion

Kansas voters rejected a ballot measure that would have allowed the Republican-controlled Legislature to tighten restrictions or ban the procedure outright.

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Will Shading AC Unit With Canopy Lower Energy Bills?

While it is better for your AC unit to be in the shade, a canopy or an umbrella likely isn't enough to lower your electricity bills. Read Story.

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