Vitamin D is a potent antioxidant that combats oxidative stress, protects DNA, and supports mitochondrial health. Over 40% of U.S. adults have insufficient vitamin D levels, and 29% are deficient, making supplementation critical. Vitamin D supports muscle mass, bone health, cognitive function, and immune resilience, all of which are vital for healthy aging. Aging reduces…

The shadow over Chicago: How Homan Square exposes the rot of government corruption Homan Square, a Chicago Police Department facility, has been exposed as a "black site" where detainees were allegedly subjected to torture, unlawful detention and denial of constitutional rights, drawing comparisons to CIA black sites used in the War on Terror. New evidence…

Human intelligence in freefall: Study links cognitive decline to social media and AI Human cognitive skills have declined since the early 2010s, coinciding with the rise of social media and passive visual content consumption. Data from PISA and adult evaluations show reduced reasoning, problem-solving, and attention spans, especially among young people. Reading rates have dropped…

Tiffany Chiang reveals a $3.8 trillion financial bubble in private equity, driven by adjustable-rate loans, risking a collapse worse than the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis. Adjustable-rate loans, tied to climbing interest rates, have become unsustainable, pushing profitable companies like Joann Fabrics and Hooters toward bankruptcy due to soaring loan payments. Banks are bundling these high-risk…

Unlocking nature’s pharmacy: Paul Bergner explores the healing power of echinacea, goldenseal and immune-boosting herbs Paul Bergner's book explores the history, science and practical uses of herbs like echinacea and goldenseal, offering a detailed resource for those interested in natural remedies and immune health. Bergner highlights three key echinacea species – Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea purpurea…

Aceasefire does not mean that Israel has dropped its goal to annihilate Gaza. (Article by Hamza Yusuf republished from MiddleEastEye.net) The mission remains the same, and the war crimes endure, including killings - the method just shifts. Now, the textbook starvation of the enclave is the weapon of choice. But the British public will not be privy to such details -…

Epazote: The pungent powerhouse herb bridging ancient medicine and modern cuisine Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides), a pungent, aromatic herb native to the Americas, is celebrated for its culinary and medicinal uses. Known by names like Jesuit’s tea and wormseed, it has a long history of use in traditional medicine and cuisine, particularly in Mexico and Central America.…