Apple shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPR) to end the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with 97 percent voting against it. The NCPR argued that Apple's DEI programs could expose the company to increased litigation risks, particularly from potential discrimination lawsuits and claimed that these…

Hamas returned the bodies of four Israeli hostages, while Israel released 620 Palestinian prisoners, concluding the first phase of a fragile ceasefire. The exchange was mediated by Egypt and conducted privately to avoid public controversy. Hamas signaled willingness to discuss the second phase, involving the release of remaining hostages and a lasting truce, but mistrust…

California wildfires release lethal toxins: Environmental expert Eric Coppolino warns of long-term health impacts Eric Coppolino, environmental expert, highlights that California's wildfires have transformed affected areas into toxic waste dumps due to the burning of 14,000-15,000 structures, releasing dangerous chemicals. The burning of homes and businesses releases a toxic mixture, primarily from plastics and PVC,…

Ukraine strikes mineral deal with U.S. after tense negotiations President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky will sign a mineral resources deal on Friday in Washington. Ukraine will reportedly contribute 50% of future revenues from untapped resources to a jointly controlled fund with the U.S. The agreement follows Trump's demands for "payback" on approximately $175 billion…

Florida billionaire John Morgan launches new political party to challenge two-party system Florida attorney and billionaire John Morgan has revealed plans to launch a new political party targeting voters disillusioned with America's polarized two-party system. He aims to represent those "stuck in the middle," criticizing gerrymandering and extreme partisanship as key issues. Morgan tentatively named…

RFK Jr. halts Biden-era COVID-19 vaccine contract: A bold move toward fiscal responsibility and public health accountability Pause on Vaxart Contract: Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has issued a 90-day stop-work order on a $460 million COVID-19 vaccine contract with Vaxart Inc., halting large-scale clinical trials involving 10,000 participants. This…

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis joined growing calls for states to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci for his role in the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting during a recent speech that the state’s new attorney general could pursue such an investigation, the Florida Bulldog reported. (Article by Michael Nevradakis republished from ChildrenHealthDefense.org) Speaking at the Yale Federalist Society earlier this month, DeSantis — a longtime critic of Fauci —…

Spring is the perfect time to combine your love for coffee and gardening. After all, organic coffee offers incredible health benefits and the used grounds can also work wonders in your garden. Organic coffee is an antioxidant powerhouse that is packed with polyphenols, phenolic acids and flavonoids that help coffee combat oxidative stress and support…

Cartels exploit legal loopholes and American teens to fuel border crisis, whistleblower reveals Drug cartels are using American teenagers aged 14 to 17 as "foot guides" to smuggle migrants across the southern border, taking advantage of a legal loophole that allows these teens to be released back to Mexico without facing consequences, despite repeated offenses.…

New US sanctions on Russia take effect: Will they lead to de-escalation or further isolation? The Trump Administration's newest sanctions are targeted toward Russia’s oil industry, focusing primarily on major producers and a so-called “shadow fleet." While framed as a necessary response to the Ukraine conflict, these measures risk further destabilizing global energy markets and…