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UN launches global task force to curb “disinformation,” sparking concerns over narrative control In its first Global Risk Report, the United Nations (UN) identifies mis- and disinformation as major risks to its 2030 Agenda, framing unauthorized narratives as potential disruptors of its sustainable development goals. A task force has been launched to assess how disinformation impacts the delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The focus is on shielding UN operations, […]

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. “How Netanyahu Prolonged the War in Gaza to Stay in Power.” That’s the headline of a new investigation in The New York Times Magazine published Friday. The co-authors write, quote, “Why, after nearly two years, has the war yet to reach a definitive […]

EPA bolsters transparency on geoengineering amid rising tide of “conspiracy theories” The EPA launched online resources addressing concerns over geoengineering and contrails, including debunking "chemtrail" and large-scale solar weather manipulation myths. Recent severe weather disasters like Texas floods have fueled conspiracy theories, with some GOP figures amplifying claims of government weather control. Republican lawmakers, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, are introducing bills to ban geoengineering, citing public distrust in federal science. Experts dismiss […]

An immigration raid in Camarillo, California, on Thursday led to an hourslong standoff between protesters and federal border agents, who blocked the roads with military-style vehicles and tear-gassed community members, including children, as crowds attempted to protect dozens of farmworkers from arrest. The Department of Homeland Security said over 300 immigrants were detained in dual raids on cannabis farms and agricultural fields in Camarillo and the coastal city of Carpinteria. […]

Copper prices hit historic highs after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on imports, causing a 17 percent spike in futures before a slight retreat. The move aims to boost domestic production but risks disrupting global trade and raising costs for U.S. manufacturers. Copper is vital for industries like EVs, defense and renewable energy. The U.S. imports half its supply (mainly from Chile, Canada and Mexico), with domestic […]

Trump administration revokes Clinton-era rule that gives undocumented immigrants access to federal education funds The U.S. Department of Education has revoked a Clinton-era policy that allowed undocumented immigrants to access federally funded career, technical and adult education programs. The change aligns with the 1996 Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA), which restricts federal benefits to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. The decision follows President Donald Trump's Feb. 19 […]

Questions are mounting over local authorities’ failure to prepare and warn residents ahead of the disaster. Texas officials have pointed the finger at federal authorities. The chief of the Texas Division of Emergency Management claimed during a weekend press conference that the National Weather Service did not give proper warning of the catastrophic flash floods. W. Nim Kidd: “Go back and look at your own forecast, and the amount of […]

In a world flooded with processed foods and misleading dietary advice, millions struggle with erratic blood sugar levels, leaving them vulnerable to fatigue, cravings, and long-term metabolic dysfunction. Yet, a simple, natural solution exists—one backed by centuries of traditional wisdom and modern research. Enter the apple cider vinegar (ACV) tonic, a potent elixir that helps balance blood sugar, improve digestion, and enhance overall well-being. Max Lugavere, health journalist and New […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: The death toll from the catastrophic flooding in central Texas has reached 82 people. Dozens are still unaccounted for following flash flooding over the weekend. The Guadalupe River rose some 26 feet in less than an hour Friday amidst torrential downpours. The rain followed a long drought in the region that left the soil bone dry […]