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To the Slaughter: Why We Need a Political Movement To Safeguard Our Access to Essential Animal Foods
In my book, The Eggs Benedict Option (2022), I argued that our “plant-based future” would not arrive on the back of government meat bans, as many people fear. For one thing, meat bans—and bans on animal products more generally—would be just too unpopular, and governments do have to pay attention to what people think, even […] The post To the Slaughter: Why W
To the Slaughter: Why We Need a Political Movement To Safeguard Our Access to Essential Animal Foods
In my book, The Eggs Benedict Option (2022), I argued that our “plant-based future” would not arrive on the back of government meat bans, as many people fear. For one thing, meat bans—and bans on animal products more generally—would be just too unpopular, and governments do have to pay attention to what people think, even […] The post To the Slaughter: Why W
RFK Jr. and Dr Oz Make Pledge To Improve Hospital Food
“Make Hospital Food Healthier” is the latest health drive from Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr Oz. The new initiative, which will be voluntary, encourages hospitals to serve meals that more closely fit with updated dietary guidelines for Americans. Hospitals will be encouraged to limit ultraprocessed foods, reduced [
Trump: US Will Become “Guardian Angel” of Strait of Hormuz
The US will now take over the Strait of Hormuz and become its “guardian angel,” President Trump said. In an interview with Fox News, Trump said, “We’re taking over the Strait.” The ceasefire between the US and Iran broke down this week after Iran attacked shipping in the Strait on multiple occasions. Over the weekend, […] The post Trump: US Will Become “Guar
Houthis Vow Retaliation after Saudi Strikes
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have vowed to retaliate after they accused Saudi Arabia of launching airstrikes against the international airport in the country’s capital, Sanaa. The group’s spokesman, Yahya Saree, called the strikes “blatant aggression.” He said the airstrikes would not go unanswered, and that the truce between the rebels and Saudi Arabia is now at [
McConnell Reappears in Hospital, Says He Fell
Sen. Mitch McConnell has reappeared, posting a photograph and a statement about the circumstances that led to his hospitalization last month. In the statement, McConnell, 84, said he suffered a fall that left him unconscious. He also had a mild case of pneumonia. “My doctors have confirmed that I didn’t break any bones or suffer […] The post McConnell Reappe
Oil Jumps 3% after US and Iran Exchange Attacks
Oil prices opened 3% higher on Monday after a weekend of tit-for-tat attacks between the US and Iran. Brent crude futures were up $2.67 (3.51%) to $78.68, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up $2.48 (3.47%) to $73.89 a barrel. Traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz, which under normal conditions handles 20% of […] The post Oil Jumps 3% after U
Medical Examiner Releases Preliminary Findings after Sen. Graham’s Death
The Washington DC medical examiner has released preliminary findings after the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham on Saturday night, aged 71 years old. “The preliminary examination findings were: Aortic Dissection due to Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease,” Graham’s office said. “The death certificate will be PENDING until all the toxicological and
Iran Attacks American Bases in Bahrain and Kuwait
Iran has attacked American bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, according to the Revolutionary Guards Corp, as well as a radar systems in Oman and fuel and ammunition stores in Jordan. Jordan confirmed that it had destroyed missiles from Iran and Kuwait’s military said it was intercepting “hostile aerial targets.” Bahrain’s military, meanwhile, accused Iran of […] T
California-born Drug Lord Becomes Leader of Mexico’s Worst Cartel
The new leader of Mexico’s deadliest cartel was born in California, which could make dealing with him significantly more difficult for the Trump administration. The New York Post reports, “Juan Carlos Valencia, 41, who was born in Santa Ana, was identified Wednesday by US intelligence as the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, nearly […] The post Ca
WATCH: Iranian Media Celebrates Death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Iranian media is celebrating the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, who is reported to have died of a “brief and sudden illness” on Saturday night. In a clip posted to X, a female presenter for the Young Journalists’ Club news channel says, “American media have announced that Lindsey Graham has died. The reason given […] The post WATCH: Iranian Media Celeb
Satellite Images Suggest Iran Rebuilding Nuclear Sites
Iran appears to be rebuilding its nuclear facilities, according to newly released satellite images. Footage of two nuclear facilities at Pickaxe Mountain and Parchin shows “major signs” of activity. As The New York Post notes, such construction-work almost certainly “runs afoul” of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the US and Iran last month, to
Cuba Plunges into Darkness for Second Time in a Week
Cuba’s national grid collapsed for the second time this week, plunging the island nation into darkness. “We are already working on restoring the National Electric Power System, a complex situation amid all the difficulties we face on a daily basis,” Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy wrote on social media. An outage cut off […] The post Cuba Plunges into
BREAKING: Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies from “Brief and Sudden Illness”
Senator Lindsey Graham has died from a “brief and sudden illness” according to his office. “On the evening of Saturday, July 11, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness,” the statement shared on X read. “Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at the time and asks for privacy during this incredibly […] The post BREAKING: S
“Did Russia Just Poison Lindsey Graham?”
“Did Russia just poison Lindsey Graham?” is one question being asked on social media after the sudden death of the prominent senator. Laura Loomer has suggested Graham’s death could be tied to recent threats from Iran to kill the senator, President Trump and other prominent supporters of the President, and to his visit this week […] The post “Did Russia Just
Iran’s Supreme Leader Promises Revenge for Father’s Assassination
Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, promised that revenge for his father’s assassination “will almost certainly be carried out.” An official statement was published after the burial ceremony for his father, Ali Khamenei, who was killed during the opening strikes of the war between the US and Iran. The week-long ceremonies attending the burial have [
The Pure Gifts of the Gods: Connor Murphy’s Death Is a Warning about Psychedelics
Perhaps, like me, you’ve been following the Connor Murphy saga with the same mixture of horror and fascination. He died this week from drowning, in murky circumstances. Murphy emerged as a fitness influencer in the early 2010s, when YouTube was really hitting its stride and before TikTok cornered short-form video content. He amassed 2.3 million […] The post