Food companies used tactics like Big Tobacco to hook consumers, according to a study.
Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Tobacco Industry Strategies A recent article in the Milbank Quarterly highlights some concerning parallels between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the tactics employed by the tobacco industry. Researchers note that both share similar engineering strategies, like dose optimization and hedonic manipulation. This overlap isn’t entirely unexpected, given the historical connections between […]
Find out which celebrities and politicians are supporting your favorite and least favorite teams in Super Bowl LX.
Nothing rattles a sports fan like discovering that their beloved TV character is cheering for the rival team. It’s even more frustrating when they find out a well-known celebrity, perhaps one who’s a bit on the “woke” side, is also part of that crowd. For the upcoming game in Santa Clara, California, two big names […]
Unmarried Chinese couple in the US faces accusations of large-scale baby scheme, leading to 21 children being put into foster care.
A couple from California, originally from China, is currently facing an investigation over allegations of orchestrating a surrogacy fraud scheme. This operation reportedly duped several American women and resulted in 21 young children being put in troubling circumstances. Guojun Xuan, 65, and Sylvia Zhang, 38, were arrested on charges related to child abuse in May. […]
Mother of four’s dismembered body discovered in trash bag by janitor in Brooklyn basement
Investigation Launched After Gruesome Discovery in Brooklyn Authorities are looking into the shocking find of a dismembered body belonging to a mother of four, discovered in the basement of a public housing complex. The victim, identified as Michelle Montgomery, 39, left her Brooklyn home on Saturday night to spend time with friends, according to her […]
Nonprofit stated it supplies daily brown-bag meals to thousands of students in Dallas — schools report they received nothing.
Investigation into Dallas Nonprofit A nonprofit in Dallas is facing scrutiny after a local news investigation revealed that it allegedly accepted payments while failing to deliver the promised meals to students. The board of Hunger Busters has called for the resignation of CEO Lataam Phillips. Interestingly, many local schools reportedly hadn’t heard of the organization. […]
Bill Clinton blames the GOP for creating a biased court regarding Epstein’s testimony and calls for a public hearing.
Clinton Responds to GOP Demands for Testimony on Epstein Former President Bill Clinton has pushed back against Republican calls for him and Hillary Clinton to testify regarding Jeffrey Epstein, instead urging for public hearings on the matter. In a pointed post on social media, Clinton expressed frustration over Republican Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer’s request […]
Republicans request financial records from Ilhan Omar’s spouse: ‘Who is providing funding? And who is seeking access?’
Republicans Scrutinize Ilhan Omar’s Financial Disclosures A parliamentary committee has requested documents regarding a significant rise in the net worth of Minnesota Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar. Allegations of financial impropriety have been brought to light, with reports indicating that her net worth has jumped from approximately $51,000 to several million dollars. Republican Representative James Comer […]
Italy reduces political focus at Olympics opening ceremony: ‘No woke nonsense’
Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Highlights The tribute to Mariah Carey and disco at the 2026 Winter Olympics was largely uncontroversial. The event, set to take place in Milan and Cortina, Italy, maintained a low profile regarding political statements, except for a few minor instances. The opening ceremony showcased two parades. Athletes moved from the mountainous […]
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif acknowledges having male genes while telling Trump: ‘I’m not trans’
Imane Kerif’s Controversial Stance on Gender in Sports Imane Kerif, an Olympic gold medalist who excelled in the women’s 66kg category at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has sparked discussion regarding male participation in women’s sports. Despite being identified as male by multiple sources, Kerif firmly states, “I am not transgender. I am a girl. I […]
Antifa, women’s apparel, and the Church of Satan: Man accused of threatening ICE agents identifies as a proud degenerate
Arrest of Kyle Wagner in Minneapolis Kyle Wagner, a 37-year-old individual associated with Antifa, was arrested in Minneapolis on Thursday. He’s facing accusations of making threats against federal agents, but there seems to be more to his story than just the allegations in his criminal complaint. For a significant time, Wagner has been known for […]