Debunking claim Nebraska is going bankrupt because of tariffs and labor shortages due to immigration raids

Claim: In August 2025, Nebraska was on the verge of bankruptcy because of tariffs and labor shortages following immigration raids. Rating: Context Nebraska must balance its budget every year, as required by the state constitution. In other words, it cannot have a debt, which means it cannot go bankrupt. However, Nebraska farmers have experienced uncertainty…

Jewelry chain Claire’s declares bankruptcy in the Netherlands

The Dutch branch of jewelry chain Claire’s has been declared bankrupt by the Amsterdam court, according to the insolvency register. It had been previously reported that the American company was struggling with financial issues. There are nine Claire’s stores in the Netherlands, including locations in Amsterdam, Arnhem, and Rotterdam. Claire’s faces strong competition and is…

Renault launches ‘fake’ Franco Colapinto collection after ‘don’t go bankrupt’ warning

Fans of Franco Colapinto in Argentina have a new option to source their merchandise supporting their favourite driver. Last year, the then-Williams driver made comments that official merchandise could “bankrupt” F1 fans in his home country. Franco Colapinto ‘fake’ clothing and merchandise range is launched Since his arrival in F1 last year, the Argentine driver…