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Health
A tweet has gained attention by claiming that a new peer-reviewed study calls for the immediate withdrawal of COVID-19 vaccines due to safety concerns. The tweet, shared by NicHulscher, alleges that over 81,000 physicians, scientists, and concerned citizens, along with 240 elected officials and 17 professional organizations, support this call. The study reportedly cites issues such as excess mortality, negative efficacy, and DNA contamination as reasons for urgent action. The tweet encourages sharing to end the COVID-19 vaccination program and initiate what it terms the “justice phase” of the pandemic. However, Dr. Peter Hotez and other experts have criticized the study’s methodology, emphasizing that the broader scientific consensus supports the vaccines’ role in reducing severe illness and death. Health organizations like the WHO and CDC have not found evidence to support the study’s claims at levels warranting vaccine withdrawal.
US Politics
The Trump administration is offering buyouts to federal workers as part of a push to return employees to the office. The buyout offer is aimed at those unwilling to comply with the new administration’s return-to-office policy. This move follows a period during the pandemic when telework became prevalent among federal employees. The administration’s stance has met resistance from federal workers and unions, many of whom have telework provisions in their collective bargaining agreements. The American Federation of Government Employees has raised concerns that the buyouts could undermine the civil service system, potentially leading to a loss of institutional knowledge.
The Trump administration has also clarified the purpose of drones flying over New Jersey, stating they were authorized by the FAA for research purposes. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explained that the drones, which included those flown by hobbyists and private individuals, were not a threat. This clarification comes amidst accusations regarding the drones’ activities, which were initially met with public concern. The FAA confirmed the research focus on drone traffic management, and New Jersey’s Governor’s Office expressed relief over the absence of hostile intent.
European Politics
In the UK, several councils are planning tax hikes by using a legal provision that allows them to declare bankruptcy under Section 114, thereby bypassing the usual cap that requires a referendum. This move, affecting over four million households, has sparked criticism and concerns about fiscal management. The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, North Somerset Council, and Labour-run Bradford Council are among those proposing increases. The tax hikes are seen as a response to financial deficits, raising questions about the sustainability of such measures and their impact on the British economy. Public backlash has been significant, with residents expressing frustration over the perceived unfairness of the tax hikes, while the government maintains that councils are responsible for their tax decisions.
Geopolitics
Russian Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has warned that a plot to assassinate President Vladimir Putin could lead to nuclear war. Volodin’s comments highlight the severity of the geopolitical confrontation and the potential global security threats involved. The situation is further complicated by allegations from US journalist Tucker Carlson that the Biden administration considered such an assassination plot, which he claims could lead to a confrontation with Moscow. There has been no direct response from international bodies regarding these claims, but the topic has sparked discussions on international security and the implications of such threats.
Energy
China is reportedly constructing a nuclear fusion research facility in Mianyang, which could surpass the US National Ignition Facility in size. This development underscores China’s commitment to advancing nuclear fusion technology, which holds the promise of clean energy. The facility’s potential dual-use for nuclear weapons design has raised concerns among analysts. China’s investment in fusion research, nearly double that of the US, reflects its ambition to lead in this field, as evidenced by recent breakthroughs in sustaining high-temperature fusion reactions. The International Atomic Energy Agency has stressed the importance of transparency and international cooperation in such endeavors.
AI
China’s DeepSeek AI app has rapidly gained popularity, raising concerns about its potential as a digital tool for information control. Critics, including Glenn Beck, warn that the app censors and manipulates information in line with the Chinese Communist Party’s agenda. This has sparked fears about the app’s ability to influence users’ perceptions and the broader implications of China’s advancements in AI technology. The app’s behavior, including self-censorship and alignment with party principles, highlights the potential risks associated with China’s growing technological capabilities. However, some argue that DeepSeek AI represents a leap forward in China’s technological capabilities, potentially beneficial for global AI development.
Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater, has highlighted the critical nature of the AI race between the US and China, emphasizing its importance beyond mere profits. Dalio points out that while AI offers significant productivity gains, it also poses risks and disruptions. The competition is particularly intense in areas like chip production and AI applications, where China is making strides. Dalio’s comments underscore the strategic importance of AI in the global economic landscape and the need for effective adaptation to technological changes. The U.S. Department of Defense has increased funding for AI research to maintain technological superiority, while China aims to lead in AI by 2030.
Sources
Tweet Claims New Study Urges Immediate Halt of COVID-19 Vaccines, Citing Safety Concerns
BREAKING – Our New Peer-Reviewed Study Finds Irrefutable Evidence for Immediate Market Withdrawal of COVID-19 ‘Vaccines’
UK Councils Exploit Loophole for Tax Hikes: The End of Britain’s Glory Days?
UK lawmakers plan to raise taxes on over four million households to cover a portion of their fiscal mismanagement.
Source | Submitted by bcoop
FAA-Approved Drones Over New Jersey: Press Secretary Clarifies Amidst Accusations of Presidential Deception
“This was not the enemy,” Leavitt says
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
DeepSeek AI: China’s Digital Trojan Horse or Technological Triumph?
It won’t just censor information that goes against the Chinese Communist Party. It will give it to you, delete it, and then lie about it, even going as far as deleting the proof that it lied.
Source | Submitted by larrythelogger
Plot to Assassinate Putin: A “Direct Path to Nuclear War,” Warns Russian Duma Speaker
The plot to assassinate Putin, mere discussions of it is a crime, a serious threat to global security, a direct path to nuclear war.
Source | Submitted by pnwdefector
FAA-Approved Mystery Drones Over New Jersey: White House Clarifies Purpose
The drones that were flying over New Jersey in large numbers were authorized to be flown by the FAA for research and various other reasons,
Source (Paywalled) | Submitted by RandomMike
Ray Dalio Sounds Alarm on U.S.-China AI Arms Race: “More Important Than Profits”
I think that the tech war, the AI war is more important. It is actually more important. It’s a war that no country can lose because it’s more important than profits.
Trump Administration Offers Buyouts to Federal Workers Amid Return-to-Office Push
The government-wide email being sent today is to make sure that all federal workers are on board with the new administration’s plan to have federal employees in office and adhering to higher standards.
China’s Ambitious Leap: Building a Fusion Research Facility Bigger Than the U.S. NIF
China is believed to be constructing a huge fusion research site in its southwest, which could help it with both nuclear fusion efforts and nuclear weapons design, analysts and researchers have told Reuters, analyzing satellite images.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Dr. Peter Hotez on X, The Lancet, Reuters, The BMJ, The Guardian, The Gateway Pundit, The Daily Caller, The Washington Post, The Independent, X Post by Sheriff Patrick Williamson, X Post by Andrew Hemmer, The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Sky News, Local Government Chronicle, Vyacheslav Volodin on TASS, Tucker Carlson, RT, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), South China Morning Post, U.S. Department of Defense, Xinhua, The White House on X, FAA on X, Governor Phil Murphy on X, and Glenn Beck.