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Trump rekindles Greenland annexation debate, seeks NATO involvement for international security U.S. President Donald Trump has revived the idea of annexing Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance for national and international security, particularly due to increasing Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic. The proposal comes amid heightened global tensions, including a tentative U.S.-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine, and reflects concerns over Arctic dominance as climate change opens new shipping routes and […]

“Feel G.O.O.D. Gut Health Program” on BrightU: The life-changing power of gut health Episode 1 of "Feel G.O.O.D. Gut Health Program" features Dr. Basima Williams, a board-certified family and functional medicine doctor, highlighting the transformative potential of gut health and nutrition for overall well-being. The episode shares Sarah's inspiring story of overcoming chronic inflammation and fatigue through a focus on gut health, emphasizing the program’s life-changing impact. Dr. Williams and her […]

Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced renewed attacks on Red Sea shipping, citing Israel’s blockade of Gaza and expired ceasefire terms. The group accuses Israel of a “genocidal campaign” and warns of escalating maritime hostilities if aid restrictions persist. Over 100 missile and drone attacks since November 2023 have disrupted global trade, targeting Israeli, U.S., and U.K.-linked vessels. The U.S.-led naval coalition’s efforts have failed to deter the Houthis, raising concerns about regional security and […]

Iran, Russia, China unite against US sanctions, demand end to ‘unlawful’ coercion in global power play Iran, Russia, and China issued a joint statement condemning US sanctions as "unlawful" during high-level talks in Beijing. The meeting aimed to revive stalled US-Iran nuclear negotiations, which Tehran refuses to engage in under threats and sanctions. US President Donald Trump has simultaneously pushed for talks while escalating economic pressure on Iran, including crippling oil […]

Jacky Law’s “Big Pharma” examines the pharmaceutical industry’s practices and their impact on global health The pharmaceutical industry has revolutionized healthcare with life-saving treatments but is often criticized for prioritizing profits over public health, as explored in Jacky Law's book "Big Pharma: Exposing the Global Healthcare Agenda." The book highlights the AIDS epidemic as a turning point, showcasing how patient activism, exemplified by Stewart Anderson, reshaped healthcare by demanding patient […]

Mahmoud Khalil Speaks to Lawyers After NY Hearing, Judge Extends Block on DeportationU.N. Experts: Israel Has Committed Genocide Through Attack on Women's HealthEPA Moves to Undo Decades of Regulations on Air, Water, Polluting IndustriesNOAA Faces More Layoffs; DOJ Guts Oversight Unit for Corrupt Public OfficialsActing Social Security Commissioner Privately Admits DOGE Cuts Have Imperiled BenefitsUSAID Destroys Classified Documents After Judge Orders Trump Admin to Pay Out Foreign AidTrump Administration Flies […]

Report: NASA prioritized WOKENESS over space research during Biden’s presidency NASA allocated over $2.3 million since 2021 to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including $100,000 to enhance diversity in planetary science and $2 million to integrate DEI principles into its culture. A 22-page guide on workplace gender transition policies was also created. Despite heavy DEI investments, NASA faced budget cuts, leading to the layoff of 530 employees, many working […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman. The United Nations has released a report that Israel carried out genocidal acts by systematically attacking and destroying sexual and reproductive healthcare facilities in Gaza, including a fertility center, maternity wards, maternity hospitals, and preventing access to necessary medicines and equipment to ensure […]

WE THE TAXPAYERS funded $6.2 billion in weight-loss drug research, while Big Pharma reaped massive profits and drove up healthcare costs • U.S. taxpayers funded $6.2 billion in research and development for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. • Big Pharma charges Americans up to 11 times more for these drugs compared to other countries, driving up healthcare costs and insurance premiums. • GLP-1 drugs are linked to serious […]