The Secret of Zinc's Immunity-Boosting Power Revealed

STORY AT-A-GLANCE Zinc has been acknowledged as an essential mineral for human health since the 1970s.

Elon Musk on Twitter: Free Speech 'Important to the Future of Civilization'

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, the world’s richest person, and recently the largest shareholder in Twitter who is now offering to buy the company in its entirety, reiterated his statements in support of online free speech today. Speaking during an interview at TED 2022, the mega-billionaire also

Proposed SEC Rule Would Make Companies Report Climate Change Data

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Maldives: Reforms Fall Short in Curbing Threats to Free Speech

(New York) – The Maldives authorities have not credibly addressed threats to free expression and other rights by religious extremist groups, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today.

UK Local Elections: A Chance to Improve Children’s Lives

On May 5, voters across London will go to the polls to elect their new local government representatives.

Blueberry Extract Can Improve Wound Healing

STORY AT-A-GLANCE Chronic wounds are a pervasive problem.

FDA and Pfizer Knew COVID Shot Caused Immunosuppression

STORY AT-A-GLANCE With another batch of 11,000 Pfizer documents, released April 1, 2022, old suspicions have gained fresh support.

Consumers' Research Targets American Express, Levi's in Latest Attack Against 'Woke' Capital

Consumers’ Research launched the latest in its multi-million dollar ad campaign targeting American Express and Levi’s for advancing woke politics over their customers.

John Kerry Pushes Green Energy, Says Putin Cannot Exploit Wind, Sun

Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry on Wednesday pushed renewable offshore energy, claiming that Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot manipulate the wind and sun.

Guatemala: High Stakes for Attorney General’s Nomination

(Washington, DC) – The appointment of a new attorney general in Guatemala should be the result of a public, transparent, and independent process, Human Rights Watch said today.

Thailand: Prominent Rights Defender Harassed

(Bangkok) – The authorities in Thailand should urgently investigate an incident intended to intimidate a prominent human rights defender, Human Rights Watch said today.

Lebanon: Questions for Candidates About Rights

(Beirut) – Candidates for Lebanon’s May 15, 2022, parliamentary elections should make commitments to support key reforms that would improve the human rights situation in the country, Human Rights Watch said today in letters to major political parties and candidates citing 10 key areas for reform. All candidates are encouraged

Sri Lanka Defaults on Foreign Debt to Save Money for Essential Goods

Sri Lanka on Tuesday announced plans to temporarily default on its foreign debt, calling the measure a “last resort” designed to prevent “permanent damage” to the island nation’s economy amid its worst fiscal crisis in more than 70 years. “Recent events ... have eroded Sri Lanka’s fiscal position that

Study Links 2 Artificial Sweeteners as Dangerous to the Liver

STORY AT-A-GLANCE Evidence continues to grow that artificial sweeteners are dangerous for your health.

The Most Popular and Dangerous Seafood You Can Buy

STORY AT-A-GLANCE This article was previously published July 27, 2019, and has been updated with new information.