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Are you (or anyone you know) injured by the Covid shot? Try detoxing from the Spike protein.
Would be nice if this thread could evolve into a place where the Covid vax-injured share information on the remedies they tried to threat their condition. -
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Stocks Rise After Bessent Says He Expects Standoff with China to De-Escalate
Just a correction: it's 15% of China's exports not 15% of China's GDP. Which would mean it's about 3% of China's GDP. -
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Trump's Tariff Tax Folly Making American Food BLAND again
I'm old enough to have personally witnessed the blossoming and sophisticated globalization of the American palate. From just salt and pepper or just salt to a world class "foodie" scene in cities nationwide. But, no. That was too good. How tariffs will affect Chinese restaurants and takeout - The Washington Post www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/04/16/tariffs-chinese-food-restaurants/ How Trump’s tariffs could make your Chinese restaurant meals pricier Restaurant owners worry they’ll be forced to pare down their offerings, raise their prices and hinge their futures on increasingly razor-thin profit margins. -
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Kennedy Moves to Eliminate Petroleum-Based Food Dyes from American Diet
Kennedy Moves to Eliminate Petroleum-Based Food Dyes from American Diet In a bold move to reshape the American food landscape, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is spearheading a plan to eliminate eight commonly used petroleum-based food dyes from grocery store shelves by the end of 2026. The directive, set to be detailed during an event in Washington on Tuesday, marks Kennedy’s first major push to overhaul the ingredients used in the nation’s food supply. The targeted dyes, found in hundreds of thousands of food items such as cereals and sports drinks, have long been the subject of scrutiny from health advocates. Critics point to research linking synthetic food dyes to hyperactivity and neurobehavioral issues in children, though the scientific consensus remains debated. Despite this, Kennedy is moving forward with a campaign that urges food manufacturers to voluntarily transition away from artificial coloring. While the Department of Health and Human Services has not yet outlined a formal regulatory path to enforce the changes, the message from Kennedy is clear: the era of petroleum-based food dyes is ending. His department expects the industry to comply by 2026, signaling a shift that could transform the visual appeal and ingredient profiles of many household food staples. The Food and Drug Administration, which oversees the majority of the country’s food supply, previously banned Red Dye No. 3 following studies that linked it to cancer in lab animals. That decision, made just before Donald Trump’s presidency began, aligned with a 2023 California law banning the same dye. The eight dyes now under scrutiny are still widely used in the United States, but food manufacturers already take a different approach in other parts of the world. In European and Canadian markets, where products containing such dyes require warning labels, companies have long since adopted natural alternatives. Kennedy has pointed to these international examples as evidence that a transition is both feasible and overdue. “The Canadian version of Froot Loops gets its bright colors from blueberries and carrots instead of Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5 and Blue No. 1,” he noted, using the cereal as an example of how the U.S. market lags behind in adopting safer and more natural ingredients. His commitment to the issue was made evident in a March meeting in Washington, where he met with senior executives from food industry giants including PepsiCo, W.K. Kellogg, and General Mills. At that meeting, Kennedy made it clear that eliminating synthetic food dyes was not only a top priority but also the beginning of broader changes to come. However, not everyone in the food industry is aligned with Kennedy’s vision. Sarah Gallo, senior vice president of product policy at the Consumer Brands Association, warned that the move could have unintended consequences. “Policies based on ideology and not science could undermine trust in food safety and cause consumers, particularly those in vulnerable populations, to lose access to safe, nutrient-dense foods,” she said. Despite such concerns, Kennedy is expected to announce the approval of additional natural color alternatives during Tuesday’s event, offering companies more tools to comply with the upcoming changes. Whether the industry embraces the shift willingly or resists it remains to be seen, but Kennedy's initiative signals a clear direction: the U.S. food system is being asked to trade artificial vibrancy for natural integrity. Adpated by ASEAN Now from New York Times 2025-04-22 -
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California Mayor Sparks Outrage wants to ‘purge’ homeless population
A Southern California mayor is facing widespread criticism after expressing a desire to “purge” the homeless population of his city by giving them “all the fentanyl they want.” Lancaster Mayor (Republican) Rex Parris made the shocking remarks during a city council meeting on February 25 and later reiterated his stance in a televised interview. Parris’s comments were sparked during a discussion on the city’s homelessness policies, which include relocating unhoused individuals to an abandoned golf course near a residential area. As a concerned resident raised objections, Parris interrupted her, saying, “What I want to do is give them free fentanyl. I mean, that’s what I want to do. I want to give them all the fentanyl they want.” The woman, clearly disturbed by the statement, told the mayor that his remarks were unkind. However, Parris, who has served as mayor since 2008, showed no remorse. In a follow-up interview with FOX LA, he clarified that his comments were directed at what he called the “criminal element” within the homeless population—individuals he claims were released from prison and now make up a significant portion of those living on the streets. “I made it very clear I was talking about the criminal element that were let out of the prisons that have now become 40 to 45% of what’s referred to as the homeless population,” Parris said. “They are responsible for most of our robberies, most of our rapes, and at least half of our murders.” He did not provide any data to support these allegations. When asked about the severity of his words, Parris brushed them off, saying he didn’t believe anyone would take them literally, especially given how readily available fentanyl is on the streets already. Still, he doubled down on his views, suggesting that the federal government should take more aggressive action against the homeless. “Quite frankly, I wish that the president would give us a purge. Because we do need to purge these people,” Parris declared. “Now, is it harsh? Of course, it is harsh. But it’s my obligation as the mayor of the city of Lancaster to protect the hardworking families that live there, and I am no longer able to do it … It’s an untenable situation and I’m open to any solution … I want these people out of our city.” Parris has previously stirred controversy, including his 2018 call to ban neckties in the workplace for health reasons. Now, his most recent comments have fueled a recall effort led by critics who view his rhetoric as dangerous and inhumane. Among those condemning him is Johnathon Ervin, a Democrat who ran against Parris in the last mayoral election. “Anyone willing to give homeless people all the fentanyl they want, or to suggest that President Trump should allow a purge of the homeless population, has no business in public office,” Ervin told the Los Angeles Times. Despite the outrage, the online petition to recall Parris has only reached 6% of its 20,000-signature goal as of Sunday night. Parris's current term is set to expire in April 2028. He has yet to publicly respond to the backlash beyond his initial interviews. Adpated by ASEAN Now from New York Post 2025-04-23 -
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U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen Kill 12, Wound Dozens More, Say Houthi Rebels
U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen Kill 12, Wound Dozens More, Say Houthi Rebels Twelve people were killed and 30 others injured in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, following a new round of U.S. airstrikes, according to claims by the Houthi rebel group early Monday. The strikes, part of a growing American military campaign in the region, reportedly targeted the Farwa neighborhood market in the city’s Shuub district—a location previously struck by U.S. forces. The U.S. Central Command has not yet issued a statement confirming or commenting on the latest wave of attacks. The Monday strikes are the latest in what appears to be a steady intensification of U.S. military activity against the Houthis in Yemen. While exact details about all the impacted areas remain unclear, the rebels report that airstrikes were also conducted in other parts of the country overnight. These new attacks follow a deadly assault just last week on the Ras Isa fuel port, which killed at least 74 people and wounded another 171, according to Houthi officials. That strike, one of the deadliest reported in recent months, drew condemnation from local and international humanitarian organizations amid fears of rising civilian casualties. The targeting of markets and infrastructure has deepened concerns among aid groups and observers about the humanitarian toll of the ongoing military operations. While the U.S. has framed its involvement as a necessary response to regional threats, the mounting death toll raises questions about proportionality and the protection of civilians in conflict zones. The airstrikes come against the backdrop of wider tensions in the region, with the U.S. seeking to exert pressure on the Houthis, who have controlled Sanaa since 2014 and are aligned with Iran. The group has long been a central player in Yemen’s protracted civil war, and U.S. operations have increasingly focused on degrading their capabilities amid rising instability. While American officials have in the past stated that military actions are intended to deter Houthi attacks on international shipping routes and protect allies in the Gulf, critics argue that the escalating violence risks inflaming an already dire humanitarian crisis. Yemen remains one of the world’s most vulnerable countries, with millions dependent on humanitarian aid and a fragile peace process at constant risk of collapse. With the U.S. yet to publicly acknowledge the latest series of strikes, the full scope and intended targets remain unverified. However, the Houthi reports point to an intensifying campaign that continues to take a heavy toll on civilians and infrastructure across Yemen. Adpated by ASEAN Now from The Independent 2025-04-23 Related Topics: U.S. Destroys Houthi Fuel Terminal in Yemen 70 Killed according to Houthi officials Trump Warns Israel Would Lead Strike if Iran Refuses to Abandon Nuclear Ambitions Iran Withdraws Support from Houthis Amid Intensified US Airstrikes US deploys “overwhelming lethal force” against Houthis in Yemen
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