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The FDA escalated a tomato recall to its highest-risk Class I level on May 28 due to potential Salmonella contamination, warning of "serious adverse health consequences or death." The recall affects products distributed in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Tomatoes shipped between April 23–28 under H&C Farms and Williams Farms Repack labels, sold in bulk and tray-packed formats. No illnesses have been reported yet, but vulnerable groups (children, elderly, immunocompromised) […]

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, with Nermeen Shaikh. NERMEEN SHAIKH: At the United Nations, the United States vetoed another Security Council resolution calling for an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The final vote was 14 to 1. This is Dorothy Shea, acting U.S. ambassador to the […]

Reviving health: The Gerson Therapy’s 80-year legacy of defeating chronic diseases The Gerson Therapy was developed over 80 years ago by Dr. Max Gerson, a German-born physician who initially sought a cure for his debilitating migraines. His discovery that a salt-free, vegetarian diet alleviated his symptoms led him to explore its potential for treating other conditions, including tuberculosis and cancer. The therapy is based on two main principles: detoxification and […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org. I’m Amy Goodman, with Nermeen Shaikh. NERMEEN SHAIKH: Earlier today, Israel attacked the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza City. It marked the eighth time the hospital has been attacked over the past 600 days. Three Palestinian journalists were killed at the hospital. A fourth journalist was seriously wounded. We turn now […]

“Healing Revolution” on BrightU: Mold, mycotoxins and how to detox and cleanse your body from a poisoned system In Episode 5 of "Healing Revolution," Jonathan Otto focuses on toxic mold exposure, featuring experts Susan Russell and Lane Simmons. They talk about mold detection using "mold dogs" and why conventional inspections often fail. They also discuss hidden mold dangers in homes (walls, air filters) and EMFs accelerating mold growth by 600x, […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org. I’m Amy Goodman, with Nermeen Shaikh. NERMEEN SHAIKH: We end today’s show with the award-winning investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr, who’s covering one of the key issues of our time, taking on what she calls the “broligarchy” — the new age of tech bro oligarchs. Cadwalladr gained international recognition for her exposé […]

California’s gas tax nightmare: Democrats force $8.44-per-gallon future on struggling families California Democrats approved a 50- to 65-cent gas tax increase under the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, effective July 2025, despite Republican opposition. Analysts warn gas prices could hit $8.44 per gallon by late 2026 due to refinery closures and regulations. CARB admitted it never studied the economic impact of the tax, sparking criticism from Republican leaders. Two major refinery closures will […]

Israel Kills 95 Palestinians Across Gaza in a Day; 18 Killed in Bombing of School Turned ShelterShadowy Gaza "Humanitarian" Group Suspends Operations After Massacres at Aid SitesIsrael Resumes Attacks on Syrian Military Infrastructure with Daraa AirstrikesSouth Korea Liberal Candidate Lee Jae-myung Wins Presidential ElectionU.N. Food Delivery Convoy Workers Killed in Darfur as Sudan's Food and Public Health Crises DeepenDozens of Civilians Killed in Clashes Between Militias and South Sudan's ArmyTrump […]

President Donald Trump doubled steel and aluminum tariffs to 50 percent effective June 4, via an executive order signed two days earlier. The move aims to counter foreign competition, particularly China's dominance in global metal production. Domestic steel producers praised the tariffs, while allies like Canada and the EU condemned them. Economists warned of inflationary pressures and past losses ($3.4B annually) for steel-consuming industries. The tariffs revive Trump's protectionist policies, building on […]