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A viral video released from an undisclosed Chinese factory shows a humanoid robot malfunctioning and attacking the factory workers. The Unitree H1, a product of the Chinese company Unitree Robotics, can be seen flailing its arms as workers move away to protect themselves. The robot was hung on a crane, and the workers were not…Continue reading Humanoid Robots Malfunction and Attack; Sparks Debate Over AI Safety and Liability

Florida Becomes Second State to Ban Water Fluoridation
ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
HHS Releases 400-page Gender Affirming Care Report Citing Weak Evidence For Medical Interventions in Minors

The Trump administration announced that the federal criminal charges against small family farmers Charles and Heather Maude have been dropped. As part of the announcement, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a web portal for potential victims of “ongoing lawfare originating under the Biden administration.” “President Trump is directing his cabinet to ensure no citizen of…Continue reading Federal Charges Dropped Against Small Farmers as USDA Launches Portal for Victims of “Lawfare”

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

Health & Nutrition

Federal Charges Dropped Against Small Farmers as USDA Launches Portal for Victims of “Lawfare”
The Trump administration announced that the federal criminal charges against small family farmers Charles and Heather Maude have been dropped. As part of the announcement, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a web portal for potential victims of “ongoing lawfare originating under the Biden administration.” “President Trump is directing his cabinet to ensure no citizen of…Continue reading Federal Charges Dropped Against Small Farmers as USDA Launches Portal for Victims of “Lawfare”

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

Science & Tech

Humanoid Robots Malfunction and Attack; Sparks Debate Over AI Safety and Liability
A viral video released from an undisclosed Chinese factory shows a humanoid robot malfunctioning and attacking the factory workers. The Unitree H1, a product of the Chinese company Unitree Robotics, can be seen flailing its arms as workers move away to protect themselves. The robot was hung on a crane, and the workers were not…Continue reading Humanoid Robots Malfunction and Attack; Sparks Debate Over AI Safety and Liability

Environment

New Study Links GM Crops to Higher Pesticide Use, Defying Industry Claims
A new study published in the Journal of Agrarian Change finds that genetically modified (GM or GMO) seeds have led to substantial increases in the amount of pesticides used on agricultural crops. This directly contradicts the claims made by agrochemical companies like Bayer, who have funded studies showing that GM crops decrease pesticide and herbicide…Continue reading New Study Links GM Crops to Higher Pesticide Use, Defying Industry Claims

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

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FDA Renews Emergency Use Authorization for Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

The FDA has approved new formulations of the COVID-19 vaccines under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). The fact sheet released by the FDA states, “An EUA is supported by a Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) declaration that circumstances exist to justify the emergency use of drugs and biological products during the COVID-19 pandemic. A…Continue reading FDA Renews Emergency Use Authorization for Updated COVID-19 Vaccines
Nearly Half of AI Medical Devices Lack Proper FDA Evaluation, New Report Reveals

The FDA is approving an average of 69 medical AI devices per year, but about half of those approvals lack clinical validation data according to an analysis published in Nature. The various uses for Artificial Intelligence in medical settings are rapidly growing, and the FDA only approved an average of two AI devices per year…Continue reading Nearly Half of AI Medical Devices Lack Proper FDA Evaluation, New Report Reveals
Time Magazine Changes Headline About Ultra-Processed Foods After Online Backlash

Time Magazine received criticism and backlash for publishing an article originally titled, “What if Ultra-Processed Foods Aren’t as Bad as You Think?” The outlet has since changed the title to “Why One Dietitian is Speaking Up for Ultra-Processed Foods.” This comes after a Tucker Carlson segment about health issues in the United States has gone…Continue reading Time Magazine Changes Headline About Ultra-Processed Foods After Online Backlash
EPA Bans Herbicide Dacthal (DCPA) Over Fetal Health Risks

The EPA has banned Dacthal (DCPA), an herbicide commonly used on vegetables, following an assessment last year that showed severe risks for unborn babies. This is the first time the EPA has initiated an emergency order of this kind in 40 years. Michael Freehoff from the EPA Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention said,…Continue reading EPA Bans Herbicide Dacthal (DCPA) Over Fetal Health Risks
NTP Report Links Fluoride to Lower IQ in Children Amidst Ongoing EPA Lawsuit

A new report has found that water fluoridation levels at the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended levels are linked to lower IQ in children. The report was conducted by the National Toxicology Program (NTP), a division of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The federal agency reviewed and analyzed previous studies before concluding…Continue reading NTP Report Links Fluoride to Lower IQ in Children Amidst Ongoing EPA Lawsuit
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons Challenges Gender-Affirming Care Consensus

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is the first major medical organization that has broken the consensus surrounding gender-affirming care (GAC) for minors. According to a new report, the organization stated, “ASPS has not endorsed any organization’s practice recommendations for the treatment of adolescents with gender dysphoria. ASPS currently understands that there is considerable…Continue reading The American Society of Plastic Surgeons Challenges Gender-Affirming Care Consensus
American Board of Internal Medicine Revokes Certifications of Drs. Marik and Kory Over COVID-19 Treatment Claims

The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) revoked the certifications of Dr. Pierre Kory and Dr. Paul Marik for allegedly spreading misinformation. ABIM said that Kory and Marik’s “statements about the safety and efficacy of ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine” as treatments for COVID-19“ are false and inaccurate because they are unsupported by factual, scientifically grounded, and…Continue reading American Board of Internal Medicine Revokes Certifications of Drs. Marik and Kory Over COVID-19 Treatment Claims
Whistleblower Tara Rodas Testifies About Child Trafficking in U.S. Border Program

The U.S. DOJ has filed suit for sexual abuse, harassment, and misconduct against Southwest Key, the largest government-funded provider of shelter for unaccompanied children that cross the southern border. The documented cases of sexual abuse range from 2015 to 2023 and include severe allegations, including rape, solicitation of sex, and death threats. Southwest Key has…Continue reading Whistleblower Tara Rodas Testifies About Child Trafficking in U.S. Border Program
Senator Rand Paul Urges FDA to Reconsider MDMA for PTSD Treatment in Veterans

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, who has previously appeared on The HighWire to discuss critical health and regulatory issues, and 18 other U.S. Senators have signed a joint letter to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf, urging the FDA to reconsider its rejection of MDMA as a therapy for veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The letter…Continue reading Senator Rand Paul Urges FDA to Reconsider MDMA for PTSD Treatment in Veterans

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