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04/22/2025
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By Willow Tohi
CATTLE CRISIS: How a historic herd decline is shaking U.S. beef security
The U.S. cattle herd has shrunk to 86.7 million head—the smallest since 1951—driving beef prices to record highs (e.g., ground beef averaging $5.79/lb in March). Droughts, inflation and policy shifts have squeezed ranchers, who warn of a “national security threat” to food sovereignty. Severe droughts (especially in Texas), soaring feed/labor costs and climate-driven land restrictions […]
04/21/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Trump administration unleashes U.S. timber and mineral production amid supply chain concerns
The USDA announced reforms to accelerate timber harvesting and mineral extraction on 100+ million acres of federal land, citing national security and economic independence. These reforms aim to increase domestic timber output by 25% and fast-track projects in high-risk wildfire zones. Environmental barriers to mining permits will also be lifted, targeting rare earth metals essential […]
04/20/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Trump administration halts major offshore wind project amid fears of “rushed” approvals and environmental compromises
The Trump administration ordered an immediate stop to New York’s $8 billion Empire Wind offshore wind project, citing insufficient analysis under Biden’s 2023 approval. The pause aligns with Trump’s focus on fossil fuels and stricter oversight. Democratic leaders, labor groups and clean energy advocates condemn the decision, calling it “federal overreach” that jeopardizes jobs and […]
04/20/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Eat your MEAT! Study finds children need to eat more animal protein for survival and development
A groundbreaking study reveals that animal protein is crucial for child survival and development, while plant-based proteins promote longevity in adults over 60. Essential nutrients in animal products (e.g., complete proteins, iron, zinc) support growth in children, whereas plant-based diets reduce chronic disease risks in older adults. Analysis of 101 countries (1961–2018) shows higher animal […]
04/14/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Convenience culture’s hidden toll: Study links ultra-processed foods to reduced lifespan and environmental harm
A study tracking 500,000 participants linked high UPF consumption to increased mortality risk. Reducing intake could reverse a “convenience tax” harming longevity and environmental health. UPFs (e.g., microwave meals, sugary snacks) lower diet quality, raise BMI and trigger inflammation. Younger generations now consume UPFs at higher rates than older ones did midlife. UPFs damage gut […]
04/14/2025
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By Willow Tohi
CRISPR revives dire wolves, igniting de-extinction debate
Colossal Biosciences used CRISPR to genetically engineer three dire wolves — Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi — by editing 14 key genes in gray wolf cells and implanting embryos in domestic dogs. The wolves mimic traits of the species extinct for 12,000 years. Researchers decoded the dire wolf genome from ancient fossils and used CRISPR-Cas9 to […]
04/11/2025
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By Willow Tohi
U.S. military ends decade of climate change initiatives, redirects focus to readiness
The U.S. military is ending its climate change programs after a decade of costly investments with minimal results. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared a shift back to core military priorities, stating the DoD will focus on “training and warfighting” instead. The Navy’s Great Green Fleet and Air Force’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) initiatives proved expensive […]
04/10/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Chemtrails unveiled: How the CIA and Big Business are manipulating the weather for profit
Peter Kirby reveals a long-running, secretive program involving aerial spraying of toxic materials (chemtrails), likening it to the WWII-era Manhattan Project. The CIA, private corporations and government agencies are key players, using coal fly ash (rich in harmful chemicals) for large-scale weather manipulation. Aerial spraying dates back to the 1940s, documented in books like Clouds […]
04/07/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Silent invasion: Genetically modified mosquitoes released in U.S. backyards amidst public outcry
Oxitec released genetically modified (GM) male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in Florida on April 29, 2025, marking the first such experiment in the U.S., despite public opposition and regulatory concerns. Independent studies, including a 2019 Yale analysis of Oxitec’s Brazil trials, found GM mosquitoes did not fully die off, leading to hybrid offspring that may be […]
04/06/2025
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By Willow Tohi
Hidden toll: Federal secrecy shields wind industry’s eagle deaths to protect land-hungry turbines that yield minimal power
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) maintains a secretive database on eagle and bird fatalities caused by wind turbines, with public access heavily restricted. This lack of transparency shields the wind industry from scrutiny and conceals the true impact on avian populations. Federal permits allow wind operators to legally kill a specific number of […]
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