Vance criticizes CBS’s Margaret Brennan over her alleged efforts to smear Tulsi Gabbard

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CBS anchor Margaret Brennan attempted to use selective headlines to smear Tulsi Gabbard, which Vice-President J.D. Vance didn’t seem to like.

During their CBS exchange, Vance defended Gabbard’s nomination for Director of National Intelligence. He stated that the conservative outlets have lost their relevance.

“Both the Wall Street Journal and the National Review, conservative publications, as you know, have been critical of Tulsi Gabbard. The Review called her ‘an atrocious nominee who deserves to be defeated.’ They compared her defense of Edward Snowden, the fugitive who stole U.S. secrets, to an attorney general who thinks the mob gets a bad rap. Her refusal to accept U.S. intelligence findings that Assad gassed his own people, they said was ‘like a nominee for OMB Director not being able to count.’ Does any of this give you pause putting her in charge of the U.S. intelligence community? Yes or no?” Brennan questioned.

Vance’s response was a firm one. “No, Margaret look, these are publications that attacked Donald J. Trump obsessively, but those publications don’t determine who the president is, the American people do, and Donald J. Trump is the person who determines who his cabinet is, not these publications that I think, frankly, have lost relevance.”

Brennan then said, “The Senate will ultimately decide.”

Vance answered, “Well, the Senate will provide advice and consent, as is its constitutional obligation. But I feel confident that Tulsi Gabbard will ultimately get through. Two things that are important to know about Tulsi. First of all, she is a career military servant who’s had a classification at the highest levels for nearly two decades.”

He added: “She has impeccable character, impeccable record of service, and she also is a person who I think is going to bring some trust back to the intelligence services. The bureaucrats at our intelligence services have gotten completely out of control. They’ve been part of the weaponization of our political system, the weaponization of our justice system. We need to have good intelligence services who keep us safe. But part of that is restoring trust in those services, and we think Tulsi is the right person to do it.”

Margaret Brennan said, “She doesn’t trust those intelligence services.”

You can take a look at the exchange in the video below.

Vice President Vance’s CBS interview with Margaret Brennan reflects a shift in American politics toward more substantive debates on national security.

Further, his firm support for Tulsi Gabbard reinforces the idea that nominees should be judged on their credentials, expertise, and plans for reform rather than partisan media narratives.

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The cause of Alzheimer’s may lie within your mouth

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Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia in the UK, NHS notes. The exact cause of it is not fully understood, although medical professionals list potential factors that can lead to it, such as increasing age, untreated depression, a family history of the condition, and lifestyle factors and conditions related to cardiovascular diseases, among the rest.

However, in recent years, a growing number of scientific studies have backed up the belief that Alzheimer’s isn’t just a disease, but an infection.

A 2019 study suggests that Alzheimer’s may be related to gum disease.

According to the research, led by senior author Jan Potempa, a microbiologist from the University of Louisville, the presence of Porphyromonas gingivalis – the pathogen behind chronic periodontitis (or gum disease) – was found in the brains of deceased Alzheimer’s patients.

P. gingivalis' gingipains (red) among neurons in the brain of a patient with Alzheimer's. — *P. gingivalis’ gingipains* (red) among neurons in the brain of a patient with Alzheimer’s. (Cortexyme) via sciencealert

A previous experiment involving mice, performed by Cortexyme, Inc., showed that oral infection with P. gingivalis led to greater production of beta-amyloid – Aβ – (the sticky proteins commonly associated with Alzheimer’s) in the rodents’ brains.

“Infectious agents have been implicated in the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease before, but the evidence of causation hasn’t been convincing,” Dr. Stephen Dominy, Cortexyme co-founder, explained.

Looking at gingipains, the toxic enzymes of P. gingivalis, scientists discovered that high gingipain levels were associated with the presence of two other proteins already linked with the development of Alzheimer’s: tau and ubiquitin.

However, the team also identified the presence of these toxic gingipains in the brains of deceased patients who were never diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, so the question raising is whether they would be diagnosed with the diseases had they been alive, or is it the Alzheimer’s that led to poor oral care.

“Our identification of gingipain antigens in the brains of individuals with AD and also with AD pathology but no diagnosis of dementia argues that brain infection with P. gingivalis is not a result of poor dental care following the onset of dementia or a consequence of late-stage disease, but is an early event that can explain the pathology found in middle-aged individuals before cognitive decline,” the authors explained in their paper.

The mice experiment also showed a reduction of amyloid-beta production and neuroinflammation due to a compound formulated by the company called COR388.

Whether this would have the same effect on humans is yet to be researched.

“Drugs targeting the bacteria’s toxic proteins have so far only shown benefit in mice, yet with no new dementia treatments in over 15 years it’s important that we test as many approaches as possible to tackle diseases like Alzheimer’s,” chief scientific officer David Reynolds from Alzheimer’s Research commented.

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My son brought his fiancée home – I immediately called the police

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When my son brought his fiancée home, I realized I knew her from before and soon my excitement faded away and I called the police.

Xavier has never shared any details about his love life with me or his father. We never knew if he ever dated anyone or if he had ever fallen in love, but that day, he came home with a huge grim on his face and told us he was seeing someone. He described his girlfriend as the most kind, most beautiful woman he had ever seen.

They dated for three months before he felt like it was time to propose her.

On the day we were too meet our daughter-in-law, we were overly excited. We wanted everything to be perfect for our son’s fiancée. A warm welcome for the person who would soon be part of our family. I baked my famous cherry pie, roasted a chicken, and set the table with our nicest dishes. Nathan, my husband, bought some pricey steaks in case Cindy preferred beef to chicken.

The house was spotless and everything was ready for the huge moment.

Cindy was as beautiful as Xavier described her. Petite with big blue eyes.

But just as I looked at her more, I recognized a familiar face. It was the same woman my friend Margaret warned the entire neighborhood about. Her son was scammed by this woman. She made him bought her an expensive wedding ring and thousands of dollars for “wedding expenses.” I had erased the photo Margaret sent me, but I was certain it was her.

I needed to save my son from heartbreak.

Unaware of what to do next, I asked her to come with me to the basement so that we could pick a wine. Cindy was extremely shy and agreed with a simple nod.

The moment we enter the basement, I locked her inside and rushed to the living room. “Nathan, call the police,” I yelled, while Xavier looked at me in disbelief.

“Mom, are you crazy? What are you doing?” he asked, still shocked from my action.

“Xavier, your fiancée is a scammer. She scammed Margaret’s son. She stole his money and vanished.”

At that moment, police arrived at the door. But when they went to the basement, Cindy wasn’t scared at all. On the contrary, she had a smile on her face that confused me.

She turned to me and said, “Mrs. Fitzpatrick, I know who you thing I am, but I am not that woman. She made my life a living hell.” Cindy further explained that people confused her with the scammer before, but they had different eye color, although it was obvious they truly looked alike.

One of the police officers said he remembered this case. “The actual scammer did go by the name Cindy, but I’ve heard she’s changed it to either Rosaline or Rosemary. The last trace of her was in Mexico, but this woman isn’t her,” he said.

Embarrassed, I turned to Cindy and apologized. I was ashamed to even look at her, but she gave me a hug and said at least she would have a fun story of how she first met her in-laws that she would share with her and Xavier’s future children.

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What you see first says a lot about your personality

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Our brain work in mysterious ways. Sometimes, it surprises us with sudden memories, creative ideas, and emotional responses.

It is truly fascinating how ti make connections and associations without us even being aware of it.

So, has it ever happened to you that you see a “hidden” image in an everyday object that others fail to notice? If yes, you are not alone. In fact, this reveals a lot about our personality.

Below is a photo that hides different images inside, and the first thing you notice says a lot about the type of a person you are. This is because our brain tends to associate images with previous experiences, emotions, and even desires.

What you see first on the image reveals a lot about your personality

Just like a puzzle, our brain tends to make sense about everything we see.

Looking at the image above, many people say they first spotted a tree, while others claim they see two people holding hands. So what does it mean if you see the former or the latter?

Tree

Noticing the tree first means you are a left-brained individual, which makes you analytical and methodical. Also, you possess logical reasoning, have a structured approach to problems, and excel at tasks.

In fact, you are a problem-solver who prefers facts, tends to see the big picture and how everything fits and works together, and approaches every challenge with a lot of patience. You never act on impulse.

All these traits make you a leader people admire and are inspired by.

Two people holding hands

If the first thing you noticed was two people holding hands, you are right-brained.

Right-brained people are often creative and intuitive, and rely on their emotions when making decisions.

You are empathetic and care about other people’s emotions. Also, you thrive to make meaningful connections with those around you. This makes you a natural communicator and a great team player.

A high ostrich, a tree, or two people holding hands?
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Other people claimed they’ve seen other things, including Sid from Ice Age, an ostrich, a turtle, and even an emu.

However, there are no personality descriptions for these “images.”

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Reason behind strange white bumps found on your private parts

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If you have noticed whitish-yellow bumps that suddenly appeared on your lips, inside your cheeks, or on your private parts, fear not. It turns out that these bumps, known as Fordyce Spots by the dermatologist who first described them back in 1896, Dr. John Addison Fordyce, are found at 80 percent of people.

These spots are actually oil glands, called sebaceous glands, that are usually associated with hair follicles, according to Healthline.

They are not itchy, painful, or infectious, but some people mistake them for other conditions, such as certain sexually transmitted diseases or genital warts.

The truth is that Fordyce Spots are present from birth, but they become more visible during and after puberty.

They are found more at people who have oily skin.

When they appear on the p*nis, they can often resemble conditions such as Molluscum contagiosum, milium cysts, epidermoid cysts, or genital warts or herpes. If you want to be sure, consult a doctor.

Although they are benign and harmless, some people don’t like having them. In such cases, there are treatments available that can help get rid of them.

Some of those treatments, as described by the Cleveland Clinic include:

Cryotherapy – freezing and destroying the tissue, such as with the warts.
Electrodessication – burning them with special electric needle.
Laser skin resurfacing – “using short-pulsed light energy or continuous light beams to remove thin layers of skin with minimal heat damage to the surrounding structures.”
Micro-punch surgery – using pen-like instrument to “punch” them.
Topical treatments – using topical creams such as retinoids.

Don’t try picking them or squeezing them yourself as you can cause an infection.

One way to prevent them from appearing or being visible is to stick to a proper skin care routine, such as washing the skin with warm water and mild cleansers or soaps, and using a moisturizer.

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Risk of prostate cancer increases by 45% in men due to a common practice

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Most men suffering from prostate cancer don’t experience symptoms during its early stage.

Changes in the urine may be a result of a non-cancerous condition known as an enlarged prostate. Of course, it can be a result of another urine-related issue as well.

However, it is always a good idea to check with a doctor.

The American Cancer Society states that one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. It is the second-leading cause of cancer death in men, following lung cancer.

One of the main reasons why the risk of prostate cancer is increased by 45% in recent years is avoiding regular prostate cancer screening appointments.

Health experts argue that implementing nationwide screenings, particularly those measuring prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in the blood, could lead to early detection and will provide timely treatment.

A study by the European Randomised Study of Screening for Prostate Cancer (ERSPC) showed that early detection improves the chances of being cured and helps avoid expensive medical treatments. The study was conducted over the course of 20 years, including data from seven European countries.

Regular screenings can reduce the risks of death from this form of cancer by 20%.

The research was led by the scientists from Erasmus MC Cancer Institute at the University Medical Centre in the Netherlands. It included 72,460 men.

The results showed that around one in six men never attended their regular screening appointments. Those who did had a 23% lower chance of dying from prostate cancer.

“It may be that men who opted not to attend a screening appointment are care avoiders – meaning they’re less likely to engage in healthy behaviors and preventative care in general,” lead study author, Renée Leenen, M.D., Ph.D. explained.

She added: “This is the opposite behavior of people who are perhaps more health-conscious and are more likely to attend a screening appointment.”

She emphasized the need to get to the reasons why men avoid these screenings.

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Family shares heartbreaking warning after athlete, 21, died suddenly from rare condition

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21-year-old Jake Sendler, an athlete from Australia, died from a rare condition diagnosed by doctors after a fight. Namely, Jake was an amateur MMA fighter.

He died on March 13, 11 days after being admitted to the hospital, and how his family shared their heartbreak over the devastating loss and issued a warning.

Jake’s mom, Sharon, told News.com that her son complained of muscle soreness and urine discoloration, but didn’t see it as anything serious or concerning.

Before the fight on March 2, doctors cleared Jake to compete in the three round fight. Following the fight, he couldn’t get out of the ring himself and was helped out. After that an ambulance was called.

The young athlete was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle injury during which the muscle breaks down.

“This is a life-threatening condition that can happen after an injury or excessive exercise without rest. If you notice symptoms like weak and sore muscles and color changes in your pee, contact your healthcare provider,” according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Sharon explained, “When we got into the ICU, the doctor said when they opened him up again (in another emergency surgery) there was just too much tissue that had died and there was so much damage, there was nothing more they could do.”

“I said to him, ‘It’s OK, baby, you can rest now, you fought so hard’ and I kissed him on the forehead and he passed away. It was the worst moment of my life.”

The family of this young athlete who died of a rare condition has started a GoFundMe page.

The organizers of Jake’s final fight also paid their tributes.

“Road to HEX is deeply saddened by the passing of amateur MMA fighter Jake Sendler. His dedication, talent, and spirit will be greatly missed.

“We extend our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and everyone at Mat Masters Academy.”

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Malaysia announces plans for a new large-scale search in a major development for missing MH370

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Back in 2014, one of the biggest aviation mysteries happened when Flight MH370, a Boeing 777, disappeared while traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. It carried 227 passengers and 12 crew members.

It was believed that the plane crashed into the Indian Ocean after satellite data showed it turned from its flight path and headed south to the far-southern Indian Ocean.

Malaysia’s transport minister announced on Wednesday that the search for Flight MH370 will continue after the country reached a “no find, no fee” agreement with the Texas-based ocean exploration firm.

The search activities are expected to be done in a new area in the southern Indian Ocean that is estimated to cover 5,790 square miles.

“The government is committed to continuing the search operation and providing closure for the families of the MH370 passengers,” Minister Loke Siew Fook said in a statement.

The company conducting the search for the missing plane, Ocean Infinity, already had two unsuccessful attempt to get to the wreckage, with the recent one in 2018.

The company’s chief executive, Oliver Punkett, said Ocean Infinity has significantly improved their equipment since 2018 and used technology that helped them narrow the search area to the most likely site.

Peter Waring, a former Australian naval officer, dubbed the search technology as state-of-the-art. “What these new Ocean Infinity vessels represent, quite frankly, is as big a transition in maritime technology as the movement from sail to steam in the 1800s,” he told 60 Minutes.

“It represents a significant advancement in maritime technology.”

Wreckage of the missing Flight — Reuters

However, the technology has its limits in the open ocean, where waves reaching up to 20 meters have been recorded in the new search area.

Mirror reported that Ocean Infinity has already deployed a search vessel to the target zone 1,200 miles off the coast of Perth, Australia.

“There’s absolutely no shelter out there and there’s nowhere to hide,” Mr Waring warned.

“You’re six or seven days away from the nearest port, which is Perth.

“These are dangerous conditions, if something goes wrong, it will turn catastrophic very, very quickly.”

Craig Wallace, an electrical engineer and deep-sea diver, also spoke of the harsh conditions.

“The Indian Ocean that they’re working in is, is among the worst in the world,” he said.

“They’ve recorded wave heights of 20 meters, so 60 feet. It’s extreme conditions and there will be a lot of times where they simply cannot launch or recover the vehicle.”

The families of those killed in the plane crash are still looking for answers.

Flight MH370 carried passengers from more than a dozen of countries.

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During their CBS exchange, Vance defended Gabbard’s nomination for Director of National Intelligence. He stated that the conservative outlets have lost their relevance.

Brennan then said, “The Senate will ultimately decide.”

A 2019 study suggests that Alzheimer’s may be related to gum disease.

The mice experiment also showed a reduction of amyloid-beta production and neuroinflammation due to a compound formulated by the company called COR388.

They dated for three months before he felt like it was time to propose her.

The house was spotless and everything was ready for the huge moment.

“Xavier, your fiancée is a scammer. She scammed Margaret’s son. She stole his money and vanished.”

The truth is that Fordyce Spots are present from birth, but they become more visible during and after puberty.

One of the main reasons why the risk of prostate cancer is increased by 45% in recent years is avoiding regular prostate cancer screening appointments.

He died on March 13, 11 days after being admitted to the hospital, and how his family shared their heartbreak over the devastating loss and issued a warning.

The young athlete was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle injury during which the muscle breaks down.

The family of this young athlete who died of a rare condition has started a GoFundMe page.

Malaysia’s transport minister announced on Wednesday that the search for Flight MH370 will continue after the country reached a “no find, no fee” agreement with the Texas-based ocean exploration firm.

However, the technology has its limits in the open ocean, where waves reaching up to 20 meters have been recorded in the new search area.

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