Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial statement advocating for widespread measles infection sparked outrage. He argued that contracting measles offers purported health benefits outweighing the risks. Public health officials swiftly condemned the statement as scientifically inaccurate and dangerous, emphasizing the severity of measles and the importance of vaccination. This assertion directly contradicts established medical consensus and undermines public health efforts to prevent outbreaks. The remarks highlight the ongoing challenges in combating misinformation within the anti-vaccine movement.
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Initial optimism among business leaders following President Trump’s inauguration has waned due to his unpredictable trade policies and delayed deregulation. This uncertainty is paralyzing decision-making, as CEOs grapple with implementing long-term strategies amid threatened tariffs and shifting regulatory priorities. The resulting hesitation is impacting investment and economic growth, with the US stock market underperforming global indexes. The White House counters these concerns, citing increased investment, but corporate executives remain wary of the administration’s long-term implications.
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Montana-based hunting influencer Sam Jones is under investigation for potentially violating her Australian visa after a video surfaced showing her taking a baby wombat from its mother. The footage, widely condemned as callous and dreadful by government officials and wildlife organizations, depicts Jones briefly holding the joey before returning it. Australian officials are reviewing her visa status to determine if immigration laws were broken, with strong statements indicating a likely future visa denial. Jones, who has since made her social media private, has defended her actions, claiming minimal harm to the animal.
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Facing President Trump’s tariff threats, Canada’s Alberta province, the nation’s largest oil producer, presented two scenarios for North American energy cooperation. One involves a strengthened U.S.-Canada energy partnership, increasing oil exports to the U.S. to bolster its global energy dominance and maintain low consumer prices. Alternatively, continued trade conflict could lead Alberta to diversify its oil exports to Asia and Europe, impacting the deeply integrated North American energy market. This diversification is already underway, with active discussions with several countries outside of the U.S. The choice hinges on the resolution of the ongoing trade dispute.
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A recent Abacus Data poll reveals that 46% of Canadians would support joining the European Union, significantly higher than the 10% who favor U.S. annexation. This level of EU support nearly matches that of the UK, where 45% favor rejoining. While the EU Commission spokesperson acknowledged the poll’s positive reflection on the EU’s appeal, membership criteria, including the definition of a “European state,” remain open to interpretation and would need to be met for Canada to join.
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Trump’s recent reposting of a social media image containing the pink triangle, a symbol inextricably linked to the persecution and murder of gay men during the Nazi regime, is deeply troubling. This isn’t simply a matter of accidental inclusion or obliviousness; the deliberate use of such potent imagery warrants serious consideration. The context of the post, an article seemingly discussing the military, only amplifies the disturbing implications.
The pink triangle, far from being a benign or ambiguous symbol, served as a mark of shame and death for homosexuals under Nazi rule. Forced into concentration camps, these individuals endured unspeakable horrors, a stark reminder of the systematic dehumanization and violence that can result from unchecked hatred and prejudice.… Continue reading
During a meeting with the Irish Prime Minister, President Trump contradicted his previous proposal for a “Gaza Riviera,” a plan which involved a U.S. takeover and resettlement of Gaza’s population. This reversal explicitly denies any intention of expelling Palestinians. The earlier vision, presented during a meeting with Netanyahu, suggested a vastly different approach to the Gaza Strip. The shift in rhetoric represents a significant change in the proposed U.S. role in the region.
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Conservative foundations and wealthy donors funneled over $1 billion into approximately 150 nonprofits between 2020 and 2022, resulting in widespread voter suppression tactics. These tactics, including voter roll purges and ballot rejection, disproportionately impacted Democratic voters and contributed significantly to the low voter turnout in the 2024 election. This strategic funding enabled the disqualification of millions of votes, demonstrating a direct link between financial investment in voter suppression and the Democrats’ poor showing. To counteract this, increased funding for organizations combating voter suppression and promoting voter registration is urgently needed.
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A leaked audio recording reveals that the acting head of the Social Security Administration, Leland Dudek, acknowledged the “DOGE kids,” young staffers with broad access to sensitive data, are learning and making mistakes. Dudek, appointed by the Trump administration, stated that he would investigate and potentially prosecute any illegal activity involving Social Security data. Concerns were raised regarding the agency’s deep cuts and potential system collapse due to the DOGE takeover, prompting assurances from Dudek but also highlighting the president’s influence on agency decisions. Former employees have voiced serious concerns about data security and the potential disruption of benefit payments.
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A family, including a 10-year-old U.S. citizen battling brain cancer, was deported to Mexico after their undocumented parents were unable to provide legal immigration documentation at a Texas checkpoint. Despite having previously passed through the checkpoint without issue using medical documentation, the family was detained and subsequently deported, leaving the child without access to crucial ongoing cancer treatment. The Texas Civil Rights Project, representing the family, cites this as part of a pattern affecting mixed-status families and is calling for the family’s return to the U.S. for continued medical care. The family’s other U.S.-born children, also impacted by the deportation, face health and educational challenges in Mexico.
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