In a shocking turn of events, Dr. Peter Marks, the Food and Drug Administration’s top vaccine regulator, has resigned, an official at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) confirmed Friday. His departure raises concerns about the future of vaccine regulation, transparency, and public health. “If Peter Marks does not want to get behind…
When former President Donald Trump expressed interest in purchasing Greenland from Denmark in 2019, the world reacted with a mix of amusement and skepticism. However, beyond the headlines and memes, there were serious geopolitical and economic reasons behind this unexpected proposal. From military security to rare minerals and emerging trade routes, Greenland holds strategic importance…
In a significant turn of events, federal prosecutors have moved to dismiss the corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. This decision has sparked a whirlwind of reactions, from allegations of political interference to concerns about the integrity of the justice system. Background of the Charges In September 2024, Mayor Adams was indicted…
Usha Vance, the wife of Vice President JD Vance, has emerged as a significant figure in American politics, blending her distinguished legal career with her role as the second lady of the United States. Born Usha Chilukuri on January 6, 1986, in San Diego, California, she is the daughter of Indian immigrants who instilled in…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Blujepa, a groundbreaking new antibiotic from drugmaker GSK, marking the first time in nearly three decades that a new class of antibiotics has been introduced to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). This approval comes at a crucial time, as bacteria responsible for UTIs—such as E. coli—are becoming…
The first dose of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is usually given when children are 12 to 15 months old, but some doctors and parents are considering earlier doses due to a surge in measles cases across the U.S. In the first three months of 2025 alone, more measles cases have been reported than in all…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a significant rollback of $11.4 billion in Covid-related funding, a move that is sparking concerns among public health experts and state officials. The decision to retract these funds comes as the federal government shifts its focus from pandemic response to broader healthcare priorities. Why the…
Turkiye Despite the crackdown, opposition activists promise to ‘not back down’, urging more people to take to streets.
In recent weeks, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been at the center of a contentious debate regarding alleged improper payments to deceased individuals. President Donald Trump and his adviser, Elon Musk, have asserted that millions of deceased individuals—some purportedly as old as 150 or even 300 years—are receiving Social Security benefits. However, these claims…
South Korea’s forest service said thousands of fighters are tackling at least five active wildfires across the country.
