“NATO’s Secret Armies” chronicles the West’s continent-wide military operations against the Soviet Union Operation GLADIO was a covert network established in the late 1940s by the CIA and MI6, under NATO's guidance, to counter communist influence in Western Europe and serve as a stay-behind insurgency force in case of a Warsaw Pact invasion. The operation…

If you work a full-time job, you probably earn some vacation time every year. Hopefully, you take advantage of it. Until recently, common wisdom had it that even if a week off from work left you feeling relaxed, it was only a matter of days before your stress would return to pre-vacation levels. But there’s…

Elon Musk demands audit of U.S. aid to Ukraine amid corruption allegations and White House tensions Tech billionaire Elon Musk sparked widespread debate by demanding a comprehensive audit of the hundreds of billions of dollars in U.S. military and financial aid sent to Ukraine, citing concerns over potential misuse of funds. His post on X…

Bondi’s DOJ dismisses DEI lawsuits against police, fire departments, calls for return to merit-based hiring Attorney General Pam Bondi’s DOJ dismissed lawsuits alleging discriminatory hiring practices in police and fire departments, citing no evidence of intentional discrimination. The lawsuits claimed aptitude tests disproportionately disqualified minority and female candidates, but Bondi emphasized merit-based hiring over DEI…

U.S. slaughterhouses have polluted waterways with bacteria, blood, and body parts for decades, and the EPA is finally going to act • Slaughterhouses and meat processing plants dump millions of gallons of wastewater contaminated with blood, body parts, and harmful bacteria into U.S. waterways. • The EPA plans to announce new pollution limits by August 2024,…

The global revolt against green tyranny: How populist leaders are reclaiming energy freedom Nations worldwide are rejecting stringent climate mandates, which are perceived as obstacles to economic growth, drivers of high energy costs and threats to personal freedoms. This backlash against the "green transition" is fueled by populist movements and conservative leaders who prioritize affordability,…

Israel fears U.S. support may waver as Trump’s abrupt policy shifts on Ukraine raise concerns about America’s reliability as an ally. Trump’s transactional foreign policy approach and suspension of aid to Ukraine have sparked unease in Jerusalem. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza has drawn international condemnation and deepened the humanitarian crisis. U.S. public…

Zelensky calls Trump meeting “regrettable,” seeks to mend ties amid U.S. aid freeze Ukrainian President Zelensky called his meeting with Trump "regrettable" after U.S. military aid to Ukraine was abruptly frozen. Zelensky proposed a partial ceasefire with Russia, including a ban on long-range strikes and a prisoner exchange, to advance peace talks. The U.S. aid…

Trump Administration explores sanctions relief for Russia amid push to end Ukraine conflict and stop Europe’s senseless military alliance The Trump administration is reportedly considering easing sanctions on Russia as part of a broader effort to mend diplomatic ties and resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. According to sources familiar with the matter, the White…

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia that's known for its calming properties and long history of use in traditional medicine. The root contains bioactive compounds like valerenic acid, which can promote relaxation, improve sleep and reduce anxiety. Valerian is commonly used to treat insomnia, anxiety, stress, restless leg syndrome (RLS)…