Horehound, scientifically named Marrubium vulgare, is a resilient plant in the mint family native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia, with a history of medicinal use that can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome. Preferring dry, sandy soils, horehound is rich in compounds like marrubin, flavonoids, tannins and volatile oils, which contribute to its therapeutic…

Trump administration proposes drastic cuts to State Department, axing funds to UN and NATO The Trump administration has proposed a 50% cut to the State Department’s budget, including the elimination of funding for the United Nations and NATO. The budget proposal also calls for significant reductions in foreign assistance, global health funding and diplomatic staffing.…

Supreme Court weighs birthright citizenship restriction amid claims of executive overreach The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on May 15 regarding Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, challenging interpretations of the 14th Amendment and presidential authority. The policy denies automatic citizenship to children born to non-citizen parents lacking permanent residency. The administration argues the…

WHO Pandemic Treaty sparks global debate over sovereignty and Big Pharma influence The WHO’s legally binding International Treaty on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response aims to standardize global health measures for future crises, promoting data sharing, vaccine equity and outbreak surveillance. Critics argue it risks undermining national sovereignty and empowering pharmaceutical corporations. The treaty requires…

Autism rates reach 1-in-31 as HHS Secretary Kennedy warns of “unprecedented crisis” The CDC reports autism now affects 1 in 31 U.S. children by age 8 (up from 1 in 36 in 2020) — a 16% increase — with boys and California showing the highest rates. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls it an…

Trump administration BANS Associated Press reporters from Oval Office, defying court order The Trump administration barred Associated Press reporters from covering a press conference with President Donald Trump and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, defying a federal court injunction ordering the White House to restore AP's access. A Trump-appointed judge ruled on April 8 that excluding…

Trump vows to work with American farmers to avoid deporting migrant workers essential to agricultural sector President Donald Trump has vowed to collaborate with American farmers to prevent the deportation of migrant workers essential to the agricultural sector, addressing concerns over labor shortages and rising costs. Georgia Senator (and farmer) Sam Watson warns that mass…

U.S. demands U.K. protect FREE SPEECH, repeal hate speech authoritarianism, in latest trade deal negotiations In a move that has sparked intense debate on both sides of the Atlantic, the Trump administration is reportedly demanding that the UK repeal its hate speech laws as a condition for securing a trade deal. This demand, according to sources…

The supplement industry is transitioning from animal-derived vitamin D3 (from sheep lanolin) to eco-friendly lichen-based options to meet ethical demands and reduce environmental impact. Essential for good health and calcium absorption, this nutrient is often deficient in populations with limited sun exposure. Supplements are vital for many, but source choices matter for effectiveness and ethics.…

DOJ takes over Maine Title IX case as battle over trans athletes in girls’ sports escalates The Department of Justice (DOJ) is poised to take legal action against Maine after a Department of Education (DOE) investigation found the state violated Title IX by allowing biological males to compete in girls' sports. Maine refused to comply…