U.S. eyes Congo’s critical minerals in exchange for military aid amid rebel threat The U.S. is in early talks with the DRC to secure access to critical minerals like cobalt and lithium in exchange for military aid and security assistance. The DRC faces escalating violence from Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, displacing thousands and destabilizing mineral-rich eastern…

ActBlue in crisis: Democratic fundraising giant rocked by mass exodus, whistleblower allegations and GOP scrutiny ActBlue, the Democratic Party’s primary fundraising platform, is facing a severe crisis marked by the abrupt resignation of at least seven senior executives, including key figures like the associate general counsel and chief revenue officer. Zain Ahmad, the sole remaining…

Utah becomes the first U.S. state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, with Gov. Spencer Cox set to sign the bill into law. The ban, effective May 7, allows fluoride tablets to be prescribed by pharmacists for individual use. Debate intensifies between dental health advocates citing fluoride’s cavity-prevention benefits and critics concerned about neurodevelopmental…

“Asian Health Secrets” unlocks the power of Asian herbal medicine for health and longevity Letha Hadady's "Asian Health Secrets: The Complete Guide to Asian Herbal Medicine" provides an in-depth exploration of ancient Asian herbal remedies, emphasizing their effectiveness and enduring relevance in healthcare systems like China and India. In China, traditional herbal medicine is seamlessly…

In November 2023, the French National Police inaugurated its Office Of Minors (L'OFMIN) in an effort to dedicate much needed resources to tackling child abuse in the country that has been mired in social decay since President Emmanuel Macron took office in 2017. Just one month into its existence, L'OFMIN spearheaded a European-wide operation that resulted…

Winter savory, is a perennial, semi-evergreen herb native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean and parts of Africa. It belongs to the mint family and is valued for its culinary and medicinal uses. Its dark green leaves and summer flowers make it both functional and visually appealing. Winter savory has been used since ancient times, with the…

Texas grid faces AI-driven energy crunch: 99GW demand surge sparks debate on fossil fuels, nuclear and renewables The rise of AI, data centers, cryptocurrency mining and hydrogen production has led to a dramatic increase in energy demand in Texas. ERCOT reports a jump in grid connection requests to 99 GW, up from 40.8 GW a…

President Donald Trump celebrated a net gain of 151,000 jobs in February, with 10,000 manufacturing jobs added—double the expected 5,000. He contrasted this with the loss of 110,000 manufacturing jobs during the last year of the Biden administration, framing it as evidence of his economic policies reversing a decline. Trump emphasized manufacturing as central to…

Pawpaw (Asimina triloba), also known as "poor man's banana" or "American custard apple," is a nutrient-rich fruit with a unique flavor profile blending banana, mango, melon, vanilla and citrus. Indigenous peoples in North America first utilized pawpaw for food and medicine. European settlers and early American pioneers also valued the fruit. Pawpaw is rich in…

Justin Trudeau was elected as Canada's Prime Minister on Oct. 19, 2015, promising progressive leadership and international cooperation, but his victory was based on a coalition of specific groups and only 39 percent of the popular vote. Donald Trump's unexpected election on Nov. 8, 2016, marked a significant ideological and political shift, challenging Trudeau's principles…