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Health
Merck is facing a trial over alleged safety lapses in its Gardasil HPV vaccine. Internal emails reportedly reveal the company’s awareness of HPV DNA contamination and efforts to bypass regulatory testing. This trial could prompt a reevaluation of regulatory agencies’ roles in public health protection, as Dr. Sin Hang Lee’s findings on DNA fragments in the vaccine are considered. Merck maintains that the presence of HPV DNA fragments does not pose a significant risk, and their testing methods were adequate for ensuring vaccine safety.
The Victorian government in Australia has been ordered to release COVID-19 health advice documents following a court ruling. This decision, resulting from a Freedom of Information request by Liberal MP David Davis, challenges the government’s previous stance on withholding information. The release of these documents could provide insights into the decision-making process behind Victoria’s strict lockdown measures. The government argues that secrecy was necessary to protect future candid communications, but the public’s right to know is emphasized by critics.
Economy
Mohamed El-Erian has expressed concerns about a potential shift in global financial dynamics as gold prices rise, which he interprets as a move away from the U.S. dollar. This trend, driven by central banks diversifying reserves, suggests an interest in alternatives to the dollar-based system. El-Erian notes the possible implications for U.S. influence and suggests that Western governments address this shift. Bloomberg reports that El-Erian also highlighted the shift towards alternatives like Bitcoin, indicating a broader diversification away from the dollar.
Meanwhile, the global financial landscape is under examination as “The Great Taking” report discusses the risks associated with the use of stocks and bonds as collateral by major banks. This practice, involving multiple layers of collateralization, reportedly poses risks to investment advisors and their clients. The report, citing sources like the Federal Reserve and the IMF, highlights potential legal implications for advisors if these investments are seized at higher levels within the financial system. However, some financial experts argue that while the practice is risky, it is a standard part of modern financial operations, with regulations in place to mitigate systemic risk.
US Politics
The U.S. Solicitor General has declared administrative courts unconstitutional, leading the DOJ to withdraw support for these tribunals. This decision aligns with Justice Gorsuch’s view that no agency can infringe on individual rights without a jury trial, potentially marking an end to these courts. Critics argue that administrative courts provide necessary expertise in complex regulatory matters, and their elimination could lead to inefficiencies.
Documents obtained by America First Legal reportedly reveal a government-backed censorship operation involving USAID, the GEC, and media firms. These documents suggest efforts to control public discourse and suppress American speech, particularly around COVID-19 misinformation. The GEC’s collaboration with media firms and foreign governments raises concerns about free speech and government overreach. While some sources argue these efforts were necessary to protect democratic processes, others emphasize the risks to free expression.
Meanwhile, Judge Theodore D. Chuang has blocked a Trump administration pick for USAID, citing loyalty concerns. This decision highlights ongoing tensions in federal staffing and the judiciary’s role in executive appointments. The Washington Post notes that this move has sparked a debate on judicial overreach and its impact on political appointees.
President Trump has enacted three executive orders that could impact U.S. governance. These include closing the Department of Education, centralizing federal procurement, and boosting domestic mineral production. These actions, along with newly unredacted JFK files, are seen by some as challenging the deep state’s influence and highlighting historical CIA activities. However, legal challenges and political reactions could undermine the effectiveness of these orders, as reported by CNN.
Geopolitics
Newly unredacted files suggest that CIA counterintelligence chief James Angleton secretly assisted Israel in obtaining nuclear weapons, contrary to President Kennedy’s wishes. This disclosure adds complexity to historical U.S.-Israel relations and highlights clandestine operations within intelligence agencies. Haaretz suggests that while this revelation might strain U.S.-Israel relations, it also underscores the historical depth of their strategic partnership.
Energy
European natural gas prices have surged following an attack on a Russian gas station, which Moscow attributes to Ukraine. This incident, involving a pipeline previously supplying Europe, exacerbates existing tensions and underscores the fragility of energy supplies. The attack reduces hopes for resuming Russian gas flows, leaving Europe reliant on costly LNG imports. Ukraine denies the accusations, claiming the shelling was done by Russians themselves, part of a campaign to discredit Ukraine.
European Politics
In Serbia, a petition with over half a million signatures calls for an investigation into the alleged use of a “sound cannon” against protesters. The protest, part of ongoing anti-corruption demonstrations, has sparked demands for accountability and international scrutiny. The Serbian government denies the allegations, but the incident highlights growing public dissatisfaction. Witness testimonies collected by NGOs describe a “powerful sonic impact” during the protest, urging for an investigation and protection for witnesses.
Sources
The Great Taking: Unveiling the Hidden Risks in Global Banking Collateral Practices
The Great Taking Report is a monthly exposition of how the world’s largest banks are using everyone’s stocks and bonds as collateral on their own speculative bets.
Source | Submitted by waterhawk7
Explosive Documents Unveil Government-Backed Censorship Collusion with Media Firms to Silence Americans
Explosive new documents expose a massive government-backed censorship operation orchestrated by USAID, the Global Engagement Center, the UK government, and media firms to manipulate public discourse and silence Americans.
Source | Submitted by bcoop
CIA’s Angleton Aided Israel’s Nuclear Ambitions, Defying JFK: Unredacted Files Reveal
CIA counterintelligence chief James Angleton secretly helped Israel obtain nuclear weapons, defying Kennedy’s wishes.
Judge Chuang Overrules Trump Pick for USAID, Claims Loyalty Concerns
Judge Theodore D. Chuang has barred Jeremy Lewin, a former DOGE team member, from becoming Deputy Administrator of USAID.
U.S. Solicitor General Declares Administrative Courts Unconstitutional: DOJ Withdraws Support
Administrative courts are unconstitutional, unlawful, and their days are numbered.
Trump’s Triple Threat: JFK Files, DOE Shutdown, and Mining Revival Shake Up Deep State and Media
History isn’t being written. It’s being unredacted and re-written.
Gold’s Surge: A Warning Signal for the U.S. Dollar’s Global Dominance, Says El-Erian
Gold rally should be ‘flashing yellow in Washington’ as international investors shed USD – Mohamed El-Erian
Source | Submitted by thatchmo
Serbia Faces Sonic Scandal: Calls for Probe into Alleged ‘Sound Cannon’ at Protest
Calls grow in Serbia for investigation into claims ‘sound cannon’ targeted protesters
Source | Submitted by ResilienceRob
European Gas Prices Surge Amid Accusations of Sabotage at Russian Gas Station
European natural gas prices jumped after an attack on a pumping station in Russia’s Kursk region, which formed part of a link that sent fuel to the continent until recently, and which Moscow accused Ukraine of attacking in an ‘act of terrorism’.
Merck Faces Trial Over Alleged Gardasil Safety Lapses: Internal Emails Expose Regulatory Evasion
Internal emails reveal that Merck knew its Gardasil vaccine was contaminated with HPV DNA fragments from the vaccine’s manufacturing process and lobbied regulators to bypass testing requirements.
Victorian Government Ordered to Reveal Covid Health Advice After Losing Court Battle
Victorian government loses fight to keep Covid health advice hidden
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Financial Times, Bloomberg, CNN, The Washington Post, Haaretz, Agence France-Presse, Dr. Sin Hang Lee on X, Merck on X, Move-Change Movement on X, and The Guardian Australia.