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Madison Dapcevich

Madison Dapcevich joined the Snopes newsroom as a freelance contributor in August 2023. Between July 2020 and July 2022, she was a full-time writer for Snopes. Before debunking digital rumors, Dapcevich spent several years working on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., reporting on agricultural and environmental issues throughout the Rocky Mountains, and covering breaking science news in the tech sector of San Francisco. Dapcevich's reporting has been featured in several publications, including those published during her staff positions at EcoWatch and IFLScience. She holds a master's degree in environmental science and natural resource journalism from the University of Montana, as well as a graduate certificate in natural resource conflict resolution. Dapcevich attended Cal Poly Humboldt and received undergraduate degrees in journalism and political science. When not plucking away on a computer keyboard, Dapcevich serves as a communications lead aboard the Exploration Vessel Nautilus assisting in deep-sea exploration and research. In her free time, she can be found whitewater kayaking and can traversing through the Montana backcountry with her two dogs, Ruka and Cholla.

Is Santa Officially Exempt from COVID-19 Restrictions in Ireland?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 3, 2020

It’s rumored that the North Pole resident is considered an essential worker with an “innate immu ...

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Did Biden's Team Release a 'Statement' From His Dog?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 3, 2020 (Updated: Dec. 16, 2020)

It’s hard to type an official statement when lacking opposable thumbs.

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Did Einstein Say He Believed in the Pantheistic God of Baruch Spinoza?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 3, 2020

Einstein wasn’t afraid to question religion as critically as he did scientific theory.

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Did Louis XIV's Birth Fetish Change Modern Obstetrics?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 2, 2020

Rumor has it the Sun King was known as a womanizer who enjoyed viewing the labor process unobstr ...

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Did Johns Hopkins Student Newspaper Retract Article Claiming COVID-19 Deaths 'Not Above Normal'?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 2, 2020

The story reportedly questioned the accuracy and credibility of reported U.S. COVID-19 deaths.

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Has Joe Biden Had 2 Brain Aneurysms?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Dec. 1, 2020 (Updated: July 1, 2021)

Alleged health concerns in late 2020 prompted the question: Is Biden too old to be president?

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Does This Starbucks Drink 'Stop' Your Metabolism?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 30, 2020

If that were the case, we're not sure Starbucks would be allowed to sell that drink anymore.

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Was This $300K Bathroom Voted Best in America?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 22, 2020

With a price tag this high, Bancroft Park flushed away its competition.

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Can You Blow Bubbles From This Tree's Sap?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 21, 2020

Bubblers beware: This tree sap can contain toxins harmful to the skin.

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Can Mouthwash 'Kill' COVID-19?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 20, 2020

Keep your mask on. Preprint studies should always be taken with caution.

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Was Florida Man Arrested After Driving Away With Power Pole on Car Roof?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 20, 2020

Stranger things have happened in the Sunshine State.

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Are Robotic Dogs Being Used for Security at an Air Force Base?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 19, 2020

Though the four-legged robots mimic real canines, they will not replace military working dogs.

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Did White House Press Secretary Call COVID-19 Guidelines 'Orwellian'?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 19, 2020

The term has been used to describe overbearing government regimes.

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Did Canada Approve Psychedelic Mushrooms for Depression and Anxiety Treatment?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 18, 2020

Research indicates that the hallucinogenic chemical in mushrooms may treat certain health issues.

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If a Service Dog Approaches Without Owner, Does It Need Help?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 17, 2020

If you see an unaccompanied service dog in a vest, follow it.

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Do Most People Struggle To Recognize the Lowercase Letter 'G'?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 16, 2020

The letter "G" is one of several English letters that has multiple lowercase versions.

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Will Ticketmaster Require Event Attendees To Provide Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 16, 2020

The possibility was one of a suite of new features designed to facilitate holding live events in ...

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Can You Receive a Second $1,200 Stimulus Check by Clicking Text Link?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 12, 2020

The IRS warns that it will never send unsolicited text messages or emails.

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Did Amazon Recall Ring Doorbells That Can Catch Fire?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 11, 2020

An important reminder to closely read the owner's manual.

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RUMOR ALERT: A California Woman's Dog Voted in the 2020 Presidential Election?

Written by: Madison Dapcevich

Nov. 11, 2020

Posting a video to social media does not make its content authentic.

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