Trump’s bold trade overhaul reaches a crossroads with Italy, as “fair deals” promise sparks global attention President Trump emphasizes his "fair trade" agenda, using tariffs as leverage in negotiations with Japan, the EU and Mexico, aiming to reduce U.S. trade deficits and rebalance relationships. The U.S. has imposed (but temporarily suspended) high tariffs (24% on…

Kava, or Piper methysticum, has been cultivated and used for at least 3,000 years in the Pacific Islands, especially in Vanuatu Fiji, Samoa and Hawaii. It plays a crucial role in social, spiritual and medicinal practices, fostering bonding, communication and conflict resolution in indigenous communities. Kava is a member of the pepper family, characterized by its…

M.W. Walbert’s “The Coming Battle” traces the evolution of money power in America Walbert contrasts ancient tyranny and religious manipulation with the modern "money power" — a covert network of financiers controlling economies through currency and credit, operating beyond national oversight. The book traces the rise of centralized banking from the First Bank of the…

Russia’s migrant dilemma: Balancing security and human rights amid rising xenophobia The March 22, 2024, terrorist attack at Moscow’s Crocus City Hall — linked to Tajik suspects — killed 144 people, triggering a surge in xenophobia, discriminatory policies and violence against Central Asian migrants in Russia. The Kremlin’s response includes mass expulsions, occupational restrictions and…

Trump chooses negotiation table over Israeli airstrikes in key Iran policy decision Trump rejects Netanyahu's push for a U.S.-backed military strike on Iran, opting for diplomacy instead. Israeli plans included commando raids and airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, requiring American support. U.S. officials warned an attack could trigger a wider regional war with no clear…

Possible biosignatures detected on Exoplanet K2-18b, raising hopes for alien life Astronomers found potential biosignatures of life on exoplanet K2-18b using the James Webb Space Telescope. Dimethyl sulfide (DMS), a molecule linked to life on Earth, was detected in K2-18b’s atmosphere. Scientists remain cautious, needing further data to confirm the findings at a five-sigma confidence…

Dr. Martin Makary has barred pharmaceutical and regulated industry employees from serving as official voting members on FDA advisory committees to prevent corporate influence on scientific decisions. The move aligns with Makary's promise to prioritize "radical transparency" and restore public trust by ensuring independent evaluations of new products, though industry representatives can still attend meetings…