Dr. Marc Siegel: Trump was correct to sign an executive order halting gain-of-function research.

Trump Bans Federal Funding for “Dangerous” Gain-of-Function Research Gain-of-function research encompasses various studies aimed at understanding diseases better, including developing treatments and vaccines. However, this type of research also involves manipulating viruses to evaluate if they could potentially transfer to humans or become fatal, raising significant concerns. Since 2012, scientists like Dutch virologist Ron Fouchier […]

Trump Signs Executive Order Prohibiting Federal Support For ‘Gain-Of-Function’ Research

Trump Signs Executive Order on Gain-of-Function Research On Monday, May 5, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a significant executive order aimed at curbing federal funding for certain research projects, particularly those associated with COVID-19. The White House claims this move positions the president as a key figure in the ongoing pandemic response. This order comes […]

SNL satirizes Trump’s first 100 days with lofty goals and a flood of executive orders.

Saturday Night Live Tackles Trump’s First 100 Days in a Comedic Sketch This weekend, NBC’s Saturday Night Live kicked off an episode by humorously reflecting on President Donald Trump’s first 100 days back in office. The sketch opened with Trump, portrayed in a comically exaggerated Oval Office setting, alongside a larger-than-life version of Deputy Director […]

Who Is Greg Abel, the Executive Chosen as Warren Buffett’s Successor

Buffett Names Successor at Berkshire Hathaway Omaha, Nebraska: During his annual shareholders meeting, Warren Buffett revealed he will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway by year’s end. He introduced Greg Abel, a 62-year-old Canadian executive, as his successor. Abel has been one of Buffett’s trusted executives for years. For the past seven years, he’s […]