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Why Trump's FDA Chief Just WALKED AWAY After Weeks of Mounting PRESSURE

F.D.A. Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns After Weeks of Pressure  The New York Times FDA chief to depart after Trump signed off on ousting him  CNN Trump's FDA chief is out after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion activists  AP News Marty Makary departs FDA after clashes with Trump over fruit-flavored vapes  The Guardian Makary’s time atop FDA over, Diamantas named acting commissioner  Politico

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The Criminal Charges Just Filed Over the Bridge Collapse That KILLED Six

Justice Dept. charges shipping company in deadly Key Bridge collapse  The Washington Post Maryland reaches $2.25 billion settlement on Key Bridge collapse as Justice Dept. files charges against operator, employee  WTOP A timeline of the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse that killed 6 people  CBS News Dali ship operator, foreign employee charged in Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, unsealed indictment shows  Fox News Lawyers for Key Bridge collapse victims blast Dali operator for alleged coverup rev

Google News·Business·20h ago

The $1 MILLION Food Assistance Fraud That Just Caught a Grocery Owner

Minneapolis grocery store owner charged in $1 million food assistance fraud  5 EYEWITNESS NEWS Minneapolis grocer charged in $1.1 million SNAP fraud scheme  FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul Million-dollar SNAP food stamp fraud scheme in Walz's backyard sparks outrage: 'Cruel joke'  Fox News Minneapolis grocery store owner accused of food assistance fraud to stock his store  Star Tribune Minneapolis man accused of using other people's EBT cards to buy groceries for his store  kare11.com

Google News·Business·21h ago
Politics

Why Florida's Notorious ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ Is Shutting Down This Summer

Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center to close as soon as June, sources say  CBS News ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention facility in Florida to close: New York Times  CNN Federal judge rejects Florida's arguments about 'Alligator Alcatraz'  Tallahassee Democrat DeSantis acknowledges Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ may wind down operations  Politico Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center, New York Times reports  Reuters

Google News·Politics·20h ago
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Health

The Cruise Ship Outbreak That Has the WHO ALARMED About Person-to-Person SPREAD

Three passengers have died and several others have fallen ill aboard a cruise ship in a deadly hantavirus outbreak. AFP via Getty Images A cluster of three deaths among passengers aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has been linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Human-to-human transmission of hantavirus is rare, but it appears to have spread among passengers, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). A suspected total of 7 cases has been identified, and investigators are wor

Healthline·Health·19h ago

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The Next-Gen Drug That Makes ZEPBOUND Look Like Yesterday's SOLUTION

A new GLP-1 drug shows promise for improving metabolic health and treating obesity-related diseases like liver disease. camacho9999/Getty Images A new weight loss drug called survodutide has shown promising results in a phase 3 clinical trial. The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight. Survodutide also reduced waist circumference, an indicator of metabolic health. Experts hope the drug will be useful for both obesity and liver disease; howeve

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Why the FDA Just BLOCKED Scientists from Publishing Vaccine SAFETY Data

The FDA has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies. What does this mean for public health? Image credit: Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has blocked the publication of COVID-19 and shingles vaccine safety studies, citing concerns over their conclusions. Experts question the decision to withdraw the studies, since both vaccines have substantial evidence supporting their safety and effectiveness. Some experts say

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The PILL Version of Ozempic That Could Change Diabetes Treatment FOREVER

Ozempic is now available as a reformulated oral tablet for people with type 2 diabetes. Image courtesy of Novo Nordisk The GLP-1 medication Ozempic is now available in pill form for people with type 2 diabetes. The oral tablet is a reformulated version of the current Rybelsus pill but comes in smaller doses. Experts say the pill may be a better alternative for people who don’t want to administer weekly injections of Ozempic. A pill form of the widely prescribed GLP-1 medication Ozempic is no

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The Foods Destroying Your HEART and the Simple Swaps That Could SAVE It

European scientists are advocating for more education on the health harms of ultra-processed foods. Trinette Reed/Stocksy European scientists say ultra-processed foods increase the risks of a variety of health ailments, particularly heart disease. They recommend that medical professionals discuss the health dangers of ultra-processed foods with their patients. Experts agree that doctors should advise their patients on how to identify ultra-processed foods and reduce them in their daily diets

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The Breast Density Treatment That Could SLASH Your Cancer RISK

New research found that the drug endoxifen reduced mammographic breast density with fewer side effects. praetorianphoto/Getty Images A study has found promising results with the breast cancer prevention drug (Z)-endoxifen. The drug reduced breast density safely and with fewer side effects than tamoxifen. It also had fewer troublesome side effects than this standard preventive treatment. Experts say that if further research confirms these findings, the endoxifen could help increase compliance

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The SYNDROME Linking Your Heart, Kidneys, and Metabolism to CANCER Risk

New research indicates that cancer prevention should be part of the treatment protocol for people with CKM syndrome. Sean Locke/Stocksy Researchers say people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome have a higher risk of developing cancer. They note that the cancer risk rises as the severity of CKM syndrome increases, ranging from a 3% higher risk at stage 1 to a 30% higher risk at stage 4. Experts say people can lower their cancer risk by maintaining a healthy diet, getting regu

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The Exercise Type That Builds MORE Muscle With LESS Effort

Eccentric exercise may help build muscle strength with less strain on the body, which may benefit older individuals. DragonImages/Getty Images A lesser-known type of exercise can build strength and improve fitness while remaining accessible to less active individuals. Eccentric exercises like lowering weights or walking downhill can generate more force with less energy while supporting muscle, heart, and even brain health. Whether you’re an advanced athlete or just beginning, eccentric exerc

Healthline·Health·19h ago

Why Your Dreams Could Be CONTROLLING Your Morning MOOD

Research shows that your dreams may affect your morning mood. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has found that your dreams can affect your mood in the morning.  The study showed that those who experienced fear in their dreams were more likely to have a low mood upon waking.  The researchers suggest that dreams may help you process emotions.  Sleep is an important part of overall health, but the impacts of your dreams are less well understood. A study recently published in Sle

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The Shocking Way Office AIR Is Changing Your Skin and Hair

A new viral theory circulating on social media platforms claims ‘office air’ can negatively affect the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Mihajlo Ckovric/Stocksy “Office Air Theory” is trending on social media, with claims that office environments can negatively impact skin and hair throughout the day. Experts say there is some truth to the trend, as low humidity and dry indoor air can dehydrate skin. Stress, screen time, hormones, and hygiene habits can also play a role. Staying h

Healthline·Health·19h ago

The ICU Wedding That Heart Failure Couldn't STOP

Daniel Phan was in heart failure and days from undergoing lifesaving surgery when he and his girlfriend, Julia, decided to get married — in the ICU. Daniel and Julia Phan on their wedding day in the ICU. Daniel Phan Daniel and Julia Phan met when they were kids after Daniel’s parents hired Julia’s mom to work at their nail salon. “We were the same age. I went to her house when I was, like, eight years old, not knowing she was going to be my future wife,” Daniel told Healthline. While the t

Healthline·Health·19h ago

She Was Diagnosed With HIV in 1996 and Is Still THRIVING at 74

Barbara Roberts has lived with HIV for 30 years. Now, a new FDA-approved medication is changing how she manages it at the age of 74. Barbara Roberts (pictured above) was diagnosed with HIV at the age of 44. Today, at 74, she continues thriving with the help of a new FDA-approved medication. In 1996, Barbara Roberts thought she had a bad case of the flu that wouldn’t go away. After several days of experiencing a high fever and sweating, she decided to go to the emergency room, where she wa

Healthline·Health·19h ago
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Entertainment

Cate Blanchett's New Non-Profit Tackles the AI CONSENT Crisis

Cate Blanchett has co-founded a new non-profit company, RSL Media, which helps provide a human consent framework for AI’s use of creative work, name, image and likeness.  Advocates and supporters include Javier Bardem, George Clooney, Viola Davis, Tom Hanks, Dame Helen Mirren, Steven Soderbergh, Kristen Stewart, Meryl Streep, Dame Emma Thompson, Creative Artists Agency and […]

Variety·Entertainment·21h ago

Dolly Parton's Health Update Includes GOOD News and a Little BAD

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Dolly Parton speaks onstage during Kicking Off CMA Fest: A Special Conversation With Dolly Parton Hosted By Rachel Smith at Music City Center on June 06, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/WireImage) Dolly Parton shared a new health update with fans in an Instagram video. Though she didn’t specify exactly what health issues she’s facing, Parton noted previous challenges with her kidney health as well as weakened immune and digestive systems. T

Healthline·Entertainment·19h ago

Marvel's Most VIOLENT Project Yet Is a Brutal Study of PTSD

“Punisher: One Last Kill” is anything but. To put it plainly, Jon Bernthal’s anti-hero Punisher does a lot of killing in his Marvel Special Presentation. A whole lot. But layered into the over-the-top violence is a powerful character study of a PTSD-addled veteran who has lost nearly everything. Bernthal’s vengeance-fueled performance as Frank Castle has […]

Variety·Entertainment·19h ago

'The Pitt' Fights BACK Against Claims It's Just an 'ER' KNOCK-OFF

Lawyers for Max’s “The Pitt” submitted a final briefing Monday in an attempt to defeat claims that the Emmy-winning show is a knockoff of “ER.” This marks the most recent development in a lawsuit brought by “ER” creator Michael Crichton’s estate against Warner Bros. in 2024. In a reply brief submitted Monday night, the defendants — who […]

Variety·Entertainment·22h ago

The Provocative Films Dominating Frameline50's 2026 LINEUP

Gregg Araki’s “I Want Your Sex,” Hayley Kiyoko’s “Girls Like Girls” and Adrian Chiarella’s “Leviticus” are among the titles set to screen during the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival (Frameline50), Frameline announced Tuesday. The festival will take place June 17 through 27 across venues in San Francisco, Berkeley and Oakland. Framline50 will open with […]

Variety·Entertainment·20h ago
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