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Hope for the Democrats?
This edition of Useful Idiots begins with an unbearably dismal presentation of Trump administration spokesmen on “Meet the Depressed” and other weekend shows. But we do get some hopeful notes near the end of the show. The Democratic vote on the two Bernie Sanders bills to stop shipping bombs and bulldozers to Israel does reflect the sea change of public opinion about Israel. This is a hopeful sign that in the upcoming elections, the people’s voice will be heard, the Republicans will lose t
The Trump Administration Has Been Negotiating With The Wrong People In Iran This Entire Time
It turns out that the Iranian officials that the U.S. has been negotiating with do not actually have the power to make a peace deal. So this may help to explain why there has been so much confusion. The truth is that the U.S. has been negotiating with the wrong people in Iran this entire time, and the Trump administration is finally starting to realize this. Unfortunately, as you will see below, those that are now in charge in Iran are extreme hardliners. They are not inclined to compromise at a
UK Scandal: How Starmer Forced Through a Failed Security Vetting w/ Ian Proud
Russia Says US Blockade Failing; 40 Iran Ships Transit Hormuz; US Mulls Retreat; Kiev Army Dwindles
Bulgaria RADEV wins BIG. Trump seizes Iran ship, Kushner in charge. Insider trading suspicions grow
Progressive Group Founded by Bernie Sanders Endorses Billionaire for California Governor
Our Revolution, the progressive group founded by Bernie Sanders as an outgrowth of his 2016 presidential campaign, is endorsing its first billionaire as the race for California governor tightens. Tom Steyer, a hedge-fund billionaire and philanthropist, won the group’s endorsement on Monday. Our Revolution said its decision to back Steyer was driven in part by the shakeup over Rep. Eric Swalwell’s exit and fear that if progressives fail to consolidate around a candidate, they’ll hand the gub
These Middle Eastern News Sites Are Actually U.S. Government Propaganda Operations
Al-Fassel and Pishtaz News look like typical news websites. They have neatly designed homepages and active social media accounts, where they share reporting and videos on Middle Eastern geopolitics in Arabic and Farsi, respectively, as well as English. Al-Fassel’s X account states the publication’s mission is “to investigate events of great significance that are often overlooked by local and regional media, and to shed light on them.” The Pishtaz News X account says it was established “to invest
IDF Soldier Takes Sledge Hammer to Jesus Statue During Operations in Lebanon
An Israeli soldier has been photographed smashing a statue of Jesus with a sledge hammer during operations in South Lebanon.Lebanon |An Israeli soldier smashing the head of a Jesus Christ statue during operations in southern Lebanon. pic.twitter....
Is Iran Negotiating Badly?
19 April 2026, by Eric Zuesse. (All of my recent articles can be seen here.)On Sunday, April 19th, Trump twice repeated his threat to destroy Iran: “We’re offering a very fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran. NO MORE MR. NICE GUY!” and “If they don’t sign this deal, the whole country is going to get blown up”. If he does that, then Iran won’t only fire its
Bitcoin Price Tops $77,000 Amid Strait of Hormuz Reopening Announcement
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/bitcoin-price-strait-of-hormuz-geopolitical-risk-1014-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) The price of Bitcoin surpassed $77,000 early Thursday following announcements from Iran and former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the reopening...</td></tr></table>
The gut-heart connection: How fermented foods can boost health — and what to watch out for
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/Gut-Health-Bacteria-Intestine-Pregnant-Asian-Cute.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Fermented foods (kimchi, kombucha, sauerkraut, yogurt) boost gut health by increasing microbial diversity and reducing inflammation, with studies ...</td></tr></table>
AI analysis of 67,000+ GLP-1 agonist users uncovers hidden toll of weight-loss drugs
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/injection-control-blood-sugar-levels-1.jpeg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Neil Sehgal's study used AI to analyze Reddit posts, revealing side effects like psychiatric issues and menstrual irregularities not fully capture...</td></tr></table>
The end of guesswork: Landmark study replaces generic fiber advice with precise digestive remedies
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/Kiwi-Fruit-Fresh.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	The long-standing, universal advice to "eat more fiber" for constipation is not strongly supported by high-quality evidence, according to a rigoro...</td></tr></table>
Study: Five-Minute Daily Breathing Exercise Shows Blood Pressure Reduction Comparable to Medication, Exercise
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/https:wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/high-resistance-inspiratory-muscle-strength-training-systolic-blood-pressure-reduction-five-minute-breathing-exercise-780-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) A simple, five-minute daily breathing exercise can lower systolic blood pressure by an average of nine points, a reduction comparable to the effect of...</td></tr></table>
Valerian root and other natural sleep aids: A safer alternative to prescription drugs?
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/Root-Valerian-Baldrian-Baldrianwurzel-Brown-Closeup-Dry.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Valerian root acts as a natural tranquilizer, binding to brain receptors like Valium but without addiction risks. Studies show mixed results, with...</td></tr></table>
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global energy catastrophe
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/iran-us-tensions-strait-of-hormuz-naval-blockade-939-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Iran threatens a 100-day blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint handling 20% of global oil trade, risking oil prices surging to $...</td></tr></table>
War Secretary Hegseth Compares Press to Pharisees Over Iran War Coverage
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/defense-secretary-media-criticism-iran-conflict-coverage-997-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth condemned members of the Pentagon press corps as ‘Pharisees’ during a briefing on Thursday, April 17, 2026, acc...</td></tr></table>
Global shipping in chaos as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz, vows to target approaching vessels
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/strait-of-hormuz-maritime-transit-restrictions-iran-aligned-vessels-916-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Iran has completely closed the Strait of Hormuz, halting a major portion of global oil shipments. 	The closure is a direct retaliation for a U.S...</td></tr></table>
The Silent Epidemic: Exposing vaccine lies, corporate greed and government betrayal
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/The-Silent-Epidemic-Unmasking-the-Hidden-Dangers-of-Vaccines.png' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) is ineffective, capturing only 1% of actual adverse events due to underreporting by discouraged...</td></tr></table>
Oil prices surge after US seizes Iranian vessel near Strait of Hormuz
<table><tr><td><img src='https://naturalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/91/2026/04/oil-prices-persian-gulf-tensions-supply-disruptions-714-original.jpg' width='140' height='76' /></td><td valign='top'>(NaturalNews) 	Oil prices surged dramatically following the U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, reversing prior optimism and reigniting ...</td></tr></table>