Health
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., along with FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, announced a ban on petroleum-based artificial food dyes in the U.S. by year’s end. This initiative targets dyes like red dye 40 and yellow dyes 5 and 6, aiming to reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals. The FDA has set a deadline for phasing out red dye 3 by the end of next year. However, some food manufacturers argue that these dyes are safe when used within regulatory limits and that natural alternatives might not be as stable or cost-effective.
Meanwhile, the FDA has approved Ivermectin for the treatment of Covid-19, five years after the initial vaccine rollout. This approval follows discussions on the drug’s potential in cancer treatment, where a review suggests Ivermectin’s safety and efficacy in preclinical studies, showing promise in various cancer types. However, the FDA has clarified that while Ivermectin can be used in clinical trials to study its effectiveness against Covid-19, it is not approved for this use.
Abroad, the World Health Organization (WHO) has finalized a Pandemic Treaty, agreed upon by over 190 member nations. This treaty aims to ensure global cohesion during future pandemics by allowing the WHO to coordinate responses. It introduces a One Health approach, involving collaboration with various UN bodies, and includes financial stipulations for manufacturers to provide a portion of their production to the WHO at no cost. Concerns have been raised about transparency and the implications for national interests. The White House has criticized the WHO’s handling of the COVID-19 situation, pointing out the lack of transparency and the potential harm to U.S. interests.
Economy
The Trump administration has announced plans to resume the collection of outstanding and defaulted student loan payments starting May 5th, 2025. This move aims to address what the administration describes as “illegal student loan bailout attempts” by the previous administration. The decision reflects the administration’s view that debt should not be transferred to taxpayers who did not benefit from the loans, emphasizing fiscal responsibility. However, critics argue that resuming collections could exacerbate financial hardship for many borrowers, especially in light of the economic recovery from the global health crisis.
President Trump’s tariff on Chinese supertankers has caused disruptions in global shipping. This $5.2 million fee has led to a reconfiguration of shipping routes, with insurers, freight brokers, and traders adjusting their operations. This action affects trade and signals a broader strategy to realign global trade dynamics. Some experts suggest that while the fee might cause short-term disruption, it could lead to long-term benefits for U.S. shipping companies by reducing competition from Chinese supertankers.
More broadly, the global economy is facing challenges, as discussed by Dave Morgan on the Money Level Show. Morgan highlighted the contraction of the global economy, which poses problems for our debt-based monetary system that relies on continuous growth. He noted declines in sectors like food production and the restaurant industry, with even profitable chains like In-N-Out closing locations due to safety issues. This economic uncertainty has reportedly led to increased stress among individuals. Morgan also observed a shift in investment strategies, with traditional portfolio balances becoming less relevant and gold emerging as a hedge against both inflation and deflation. Central banks and investors are reportedly turning to gold, indicating a potential shift in investment paradigms. However, some sectors of the U.S. economy are reportedly showing resilience, suggesting that not all businesses are facing the same level of contraction or security issues. On a related note, it’s been reported gold in China can now be sold at special ATM machines that melt and verify the metal.
US Politics
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) has announced plans for a congressional hearing to re-examine the events of September 11, 2001, focusing on the collapse of World Trade Center Building 7. Johnson’s skepticism about the official explanations has led him to question the integrity of previous investigations. He aims to collaborate with former Rep. Curt Weldon to push for transparency and possibly declassify FBI documents related to the event. However, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) concluded that Building 7’s collapse was due to fires caused by debris from the Twin Towers, not a controlled demolition.
Sources
Navigating Economic Chaos: Insights from Silver Guru Dave Morgan on the Money Level Show
The overall global macro picture is the economy on a global scale is contracting.
Source | Submitted by Rick
Sen. Ron Johnson Calls for 9/11 Hearings, Questions Building 7 Collapse
“Well, start with Building 7,” Sen. Johnson told Johnson.
Source | Submitted by PhilH
Shanghai’s New Gold ATM: Melt, Verify, Transfer in 30 Minutes
“Gold ATM in Shanghai: Drop your jewellery, it checks purity, melts it, calculates value, and credits your account instantly.”
Source | Submitted by PhilH
WHO Finalizes Pandemic Treaty: Nations Surrender Sovereignty for Global Health Cohesion
The World Health Organization (WHO) has been scheming to finalize the Pandemic Treaty to ensure global cohesion during the next pandemic.
Source | Submitted by rhollenb
Trump’s Tariff Triggers Global Shipping Split: The Bifurcation of the Seas
“Welcome to the bifurcation of the seas.”
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
RFK Jr. and FDA Commissioner Announce Ban on Petroleum-Based Food Dyes
“Today, the FDA is taking action to remove petroleum-based food dyes from the U.S. food supply and from medications.”
FDA Approves Ivermectin for Covid Treatment, Five Years After Initial Vaccine Rollout
The FDA has now approved Ivermectin for ‘Covid’ – 5 years and 5,500,000,000 experimental injections too late.
Ivermectin’s Potential in Cancer Treatment: A Comprehensive Review Suggests Safety and Efficacy
Ivermectin was consistently reported as well tolerated.
Trump Administration to Resume Student Loan Collections, Ending Biden’s Bailout Attempts
Debt cannot be wiped away. It just ends up getting transferred to others.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Fox News, Reuters, The Guardian, White House, FDA, NIST.
by aaronmckeon 
