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US Launches Fourth Wave of Strikes on Iran as Strait of Hormuz Ceasefire Collapses: Gulf States Under Fire

The US launched four consecutive rounds of strikes against Iran over a single weekend as the June 2026 ceasefire collapsed and Iranian forces retaliated against American bases and Gulf Arab allies across the region.

Refinery Infrastructure Attacks: Global Energy Facilities Hit by Coordinated Strikes

Coordinated attacks on oil refineries and energy infrastructure across multiple continents have disrupted global energy markets and raised concerns about systematic targeting of critical facilities.

Sightline Intelligence Ships AI Targeting Systems: Portland Firm’s Drone Tech Reaches Israeli Military

Portland-based Sightline Intelligence has shipped AI-powered drone targeting systems to Israeli military contractor Elbit Systems, raising questions about local tech firms’ role in foreign military operations.

How Sugar May Make You Stupid

How Sugar May Make You Stupid

Bad news sugar lovers: a diet high in fructose won’t just make you fat, it may also make you stupid, according to research out of California. A steady high-fructose diet disrupts the brain’s cognitive abilities, leading to poor learning and memory retention, says a...

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How Cannabinoids May Slow Brain Aging

How Cannabinoids May Slow Brain Aging

Stoners aren’t known for their memory prowess but a new review suggests that drugs similar to marijuana’s active ingredients may hold promise for preventing— or even reversing— brain aging and possibly Alzheimer‘s and other degenerative brain diseases. Since the mid...

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