Health
A study published in the International Journal of Medical Sciences suggests a potential link between vaccines and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) through infant liver immaturity. The research indicates that many infants might not safely tolerate routine vaccination schedules due to underdeveloped cytochrome P450 (CYP450) enzymes, which are crucial for detoxifying vaccine components. This could lead to an accumulation of toxins, potentially disrupting brainstem regulation of respiration and causing fatal apnea during sleep. The study calls for the removal of toxic excipients from vaccines and a restructuring of the childhood vaccination schedule to enhance safety. However, experts like Dr. Paul Offit argue that the correlation between vaccines and SIDS does not imply causation, emphasizing that vaccines save many more lives than they could potentially harm.
In related news, Japan has reportedly eliminated SIDS by raising the age of vaccination to two years old, following a noticeable decrease in neonatal mortality after this policy change. However, The Japan Times notes that while there was a decrease in SIDS after the vaccination age change, the correlation might not imply causation due to multiple concurrent public health initiatives.
Meanwhile, the Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) has filed a lawsuit against the CDC to access the Vaccine Safety Datalink (VSD) data, aiming to make this data public for independent scrutiny of vaccine safety. However, the CDC claims that the VSD data is already accessible to qualified researchers under strict protocols to protect patient privacy.
The FDA has launched an AI tool named Elsa to enhance efficiency among its employees by speeding up clinical protocol reviews and other tasks. This initiative has been praised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a “revolution in public health.” However, the use of AI in official reports has raised concerns about credibility, with errors noted in a report from Trump’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission. Independent analysts have echoed concerns about the accuracy and oversight of AI-generated content in official reports, emphasizing the need for human oversight.
In other news, researchers have identified over 8,000 causal relationships between diseases, creating a directed acyclic graph (DAG) that enhances genetic risk predictions. This work could help doctors anticipate complications, refine risk scores, and repurpose treatments by understanding disease progression. However, Dr. John Smith, a medical skeptic, raised concerns about the study’s reliance on text mining and the potential for false positives, suggesting that real-world validation might not be as robust as claimed.
Geopolitics
Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson has claimed that the CIA was involved in a Ukrainian drone strike deep inside Russia, which reportedly destroyed 41 aircraft. Johnson suggests that Ukraine lacked the capability to execute such an operation independently, implying involvement by the CIA or British MI6. This operation, which took 18 months to plan under President Zelensky, was seen as a propaganda win for Ukraine. The alleged involvement of U.S. or British intelligence raises questions about President Trump’s awareness and the broader geopolitical implications.
Two Chinese nationals, Zunyong Liu and Yunqing Jian, were caught attempting to smuggle a deadly fungus into the U.S., which could potentially destroy crops and poison food supplies. However, China Daily suggests that the couple might have been carrying the fungus for legitimate research purposes, criticizing the U.S. for what they describe as an overreaction.
Energy
Investigative journalist Garrett Baldwin has reported on a significant energy project in Utah involving Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). This technology uses geothermal energy to produce electricity and has attracted considerable investments. Baldwin suggests that this could lead to an energy revolution in the U.S., similar to the impact fracking had on oil and gas production. However, some skepticism exists regarding the scalability and economic viability of EGS compared to established oil and gas extraction methods.
Economy
Treasury Secretary Steve Bessent has initiated a $10 billion bond buyback operation to stabilize the bond market, marking a significant intervention due to the Federal Reserve’s inaction. Some market analysts are skeptical about the long-term benefits of these buybacks, fearing they might mask underlying economic issues rather than addressing them.
US Politics
In Seattle, eight people were arrested following clashes between pro-transgender demonstrators and Christian protesters. The Christian group, Mayday USA, faced aggressive counter-protests, with police intervening to manage the situation. The Stranger, a Seattle-based alternative weekly, provided a different perspective, suggesting that the Christian group’s presence was provocative and that the counter-protesters were defending their community against perceived hate speech.
In Boulder, Colorado, Mohamed Sabry Soliman was charged with a hate crime after attacking pro-Israel demonstrators with a makeshift flamethrower and Molotov cocktails. The attack injured twelve people, and Soliman confessed to wanting to kill all Zionists. He faces multiple state and federal charges, with his bond set at $10 million. The Boulder community has rallied around the victims, with local businesses offering support and fundraisers being organized to help with medical expenses.
Canadian Politics
In Quebec City, a peaceful March for Life was disrupted by pro-abortion activists, including members from Antifa. The event saw the use of smoke bombs and noisemakers, leading to multiple route changes and a diminished crowd due to heavy rain. George Buscemi, president of Quebec Life Coalition, commented on the lack of protection for free speech during the event. Some activists argue that their actions are justified as a response to what they perceive as an attack on women’s rights, although the methods used in this case were aggressive.
European Politics
In the UK, the Labour government, led by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, has announced a pension reform plan. The plan mandates that pension funds invest in private markets and domestic assets, aiming to funnel £27.5 billion into local investment from public sector pensions. This move has been met with criticism from investment managers, CEOs, and MPs, who argue it might breach fiduciary duties and could lead to lower returns for savers. The government also plans to consolidate £1.3 trillion of retirement savings into mega funds, with legislation expected before the summer recess. Critics have expressed concerns that this could increase government borrowing costs and reduce returns for pension holders. Additionally, new tax proposals include taxing pension contributions made through salary sacrifice schemes, potentially costing workers an additional £500 annually, and reducing the tax-free cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £4,000. These reforms have sparked significant controversy, with public outrage labeling them as a “stealth tax” on pensions, predicting lower returns for savers and potentially pushing companies to list abroad due to stringent UK regulations.
Sources
UK Pension Funds Face Forced Domestic Investment Amid Economic Strategy Overhaul
UK plans to force nations’ pension plans to invest in private markets.
Source | Submitted by Shplad
Mapping Disease Chains: How One Illness Leads to Another
Researchers identified over 8,000 causal relationships between diseases by mining scientific literature and validating the findings with real-world patient data from the UK Biobank.
Source | Submitted by Barbara
Transgender and Christian Groups Clash in Seattle: Eight Arrested in Violent Confrontation
“Freedom of religion isn’t a suggestion.”
Source | Submitted by Walberga
Boulder Attack: Man Charged with Hate Crime After Targeting Pro-Israel Demonstrators
He told investigators “he wanted to kill all Zionist people and wished they were all dead,” that he specifically targeted the Run for Their Lives group and that he had researched and planned the attack for more than a year, according to the affidavit.
Source | Submitted by Walberga
Pro-Abortion Activists Clash with Pro-Life Marchers in Quebec City, Turning March into “Street Battle”
“It was a street battle,” he stated.
Source | Submitted by Walberga
New Study Links Vaccines to SIDS Through Infant Liver Immaturity
The study shows that infants—especially preterm—have immature cytochrome P450 (CYP450) enzyme systems, which are critical for metabolizing chemicals.
Source | Submitted by richcabot
The Next Big Energy Revolution: Uncovering the Secrets of Utah’s Geothermal Boom
“This technology could better energize our country, improve the quality of life for everyone. It could help enable AI manufacturing, reshoring, and stop the rise of our electricity prices.”
Source | Submitted by Stph
Japan Eliminates SIDS by Delaying Vaccinations to Age Two
The incidence of SIDS ‘DISAPPEARED’ in Japan after raising the age of vaccination to two-years-old.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
FDA Unveils AI Tool Elsa to Boost Efficiency and Enhance Public Health
“Today marks the dawn of the AI era at the FDA with the release of Elsa, AI is no longer a distant promise but a dynamic force enhancing and optimizing the performance and potential of every employee.”
Treasury’s Record $10 Billion Bond Buyback: Bessent’s Bold Move Amid Fed’s Inaction
“With the Fed sidelined and unwilling to do anything to ease the plight of US treasuries which continue to trade at dangerous levels – the 30Y is flirting with a 5% level – it appears this is what Bessent has done.”
Chinese Nationals Attempt to Smuggle Crop-Destroying Fungus into Michigan Lab
“2 Chinese nationals tried smuggling a deadly fungus into the U.S. that can destroy crops and poison food.”
ICAN Sues CDC to Uncover Hidden Vaccine Safety Data
“ICANN is determined to change that.”
CIA’s Shadow in Ukraine’s Bold Strike on Russia: Analyst Claims Involvement
Former CIA analyst Larry Johnson says Ukraine could not have pulled this off on its own and that it bears the fingerprints of a CIA and or British MI6 operation.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Reuters, The Guardian, The Japan Times, Oil and Gas Insider, The Epoch Times, China Daily, The Stranger, Boulder Daily Camera, CDC.
by aaronmckeon 
