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Geopolitics
Russian forces have reportedly achieved their largest single-day territorial gains in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, coinciding with evacuations of Ukrainian settlements. This development comes ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, where both leaders have expressed hope for progress on the conflict. Putin has also indicated potential discussions on a nuclear arms control agreement, referencing the expiring New START treaty. Ukrainian and European leaders, excluded from the talks, have reportedly expressed skepticism about the summit’s outcomes, as battlefield dynamics continue to influence diplomatic efforts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reiterated concerns over being sidelined, emphasizing that Ukraine’s voice must be central to any resolution.
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Health
A new documentary, Inside mRNA Vaccines: The Movie, raises questions about the safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines, advocating for their suspension. The film cites reported adverse events such as myocarditis and clotting disorders, with featured experts suggesting potential long-term risks.
Separately, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reinstated the Task Force on Safer Childhood Vaccines following a lawsuit supported by Children’s Health Defense. This action, tied to the 1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act, seeks to improve vaccine safety through collaboration with federal health agencies, addressing delays in mandated safety reporting. However, some public health experts, as noted by Science-Based Medicine, express concern that such initiatives could fuel misinformation, emphasizing that existing vaccine safety protocols are robust.
Economy
Intel’s stock rose after reports surfaced that the Trump administration is considering taking a stake in the chipmaker to bolster domestic manufacturing, including support for a delayed Ohio factory hub. This potential move aligns with historical government involvement in strategic industries, as Intel faces financial difficulties.
Meanwhile, U.S. economic data indicates the Producer Price Index (PPI) has reached its highest level since March 2022, driven by increased service margins. In China, the government has introduced a plan involving central government firms purchasing unsold homes from struggling developers to address a property inventory surplus. Supported by significant central bank funding, the initiative’s effectiveness is reportedly constrained by financial limitations and ongoing market challenges. Some analysts, as reported by Caixin Global, suggest that while funding is limited, the Chinese initiative could help stabilize market sentiment among developers and buyers.
Technology
China is progressing with its Guowang megaconstellation, a planned 13,000-satellite broadband network, with the eighth batch of satellites recently launched from Hainan. Managed by the state-run China Satnet, the project has seen increased launch frequency, though it remains behind SpaceX’s Starlink, which operates nearly 8,100 spacecraft. China is also developing another large constellation, Qianfan, while global competitors like Amazon’s Project Kuiper expand in low Earth orbit, reflecting growing competition in satellite internet services. Concerns have been raised by outlets like The Wall Street Journal about the environmental impact of such megaconstellations, including the risk of increased space debris.
European Politics
In the UK, pro-life activist Isabel Vaughan-Spruce is under a third investigation for silently praying near an abortion clinic in Birmingham. She was first arrested in 2022 for standing on a sidewalk and acknowledging she might be praying silently. Her case gained attention through a widely shared video. Despite being acquitted and receiving a £13,000 payout from West Midlands Police for wrongful arrests and human rights violations, she recently learned of an ongoing investigation into allegations of interfering with access to abortion services. Alliance Defending Freedom UK, which supports her, has expressed concern that this could be an attempt to prosecute what they describe as a “thoughtcrime.” Vaughan-Spruce continues her weekly silent prayers amid debates over buffer zone laws and their impact on free expression. International attention, including a visit from U.S. officials during the Trump administration, has highlighted the case’s implications for freedom of thought. West Midlands Police have reiterated their commitment to upholding the law and ensuring safe access to abortion services, while reproductive rights advocates argue that buffer zones are essential to protect patients from potential harassment, as reported by The Guardian.
Society
A study from Northwestern University, conducted between 2023 and 2025, found that nearly nine in ten college students reported concealing their true opinions on topics like gender identity and politics to align with professors or peers. The research suggests this self-censorship is linked to a perceived lack of ideological diversity among faculty, pointing to a broader trend of conformity on college campuses. A counter-study from UC Berkeley, highlighted by Inside Higher Ed, indicates that many students still feel free to express their views, suggesting the issue may not be as pervasive as reported.
Sources
UK Pro-Lifer Faces Third Investigation for Silent Prayer Near Abortion Clinic
Silent prayer cannot possibly be a crime – everyone has the right to freedom of thought.
Source | Submitted by Walberga
New Documentary Claims mRNA Vaccines ‘Never Safe Nor Effective,’ Urges Immediate Halt
The COVID-19 vaccines “were never safe nor effective.”
Source | Submitted by Walberga
China Accelerates Guowang Megaconstellation with 8th Satellite Batch Launch
China is ramping up construction of its national satellite-internet megaconstellation.
Source | Submitted by 0007
Intel Stock Surges as Trump Administration Eyes Stake in Chipmaker Giant
The Trump administration is in talks with Intel Corp. to have the US government potentially take a stake in the beleaguered chipmaker, helping support the company’s effort to expand domestic manufacturing.
Source | Submitted by Shplad
College Students Fake Leftist Views to Please Professors, Study Reveals
We fault the faculty, administrators, and institutional leaders who built a system that rewards moral theater while punishing inquiry.
Source | Submitted by DocG
PPI Surges to Hottest Level Since March 2022, Driven by Exploding Service Margins
PPI MoM hottest since March 2022 as services PPI explode higher.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
China’s Latest Housing Fix: Central Government Firms to Buy Unsold Homes
China will mobilize companies owned by the central government in Beijing to purchase unsold homes from distressed property developers, following the limited success of all previous initiatives that relied on local governments.
Russian Forces Achieve Largest Single-Day Gains in Ukraine on Eve of Alaska Summit
Russian forces had on Tuesday swiftly advanced by up to 10 kilometers (six miles) in a narrow section of the front line near the towns of Dobropillia and Druzhkivka.
Putin Signals Potential Nuclear Arms Deal with Trump at Upcoming Summit
“The current American administration… is making, in my opinion, quite energetic and sincere efforts to stop the hostilities, stop the crisis and reach agreements that are of interest to all parties involved in this conflict.”
HHS Revives Childhood Vaccine Safety Task Force Under Pressure from CHD Lawsuit
By reinstating this Task Force, we are reaffirming our commitment to rigorous science, continuous improvement, and the trust of American families.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: The Guardian (UK), Science-Based Medicine, The Wall Street Journal, Caixin Global, Inside Higher Ed, Volodymyr Zelensky.
