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Florida Surgeon General recommends against fluoridation of water by cities
SUMMARY: Dr. Joseph Lipo, Florida’s State Surgeon General, visited Polk County to advise municipalities to cease adding fluoride to water supplies, citing studies linking high fluoride exposure to lower IQs, ADHD, and other neurobehavioral issues in children. He criticized ongoing fluoridation as “public health malpractice.” While the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends a fluoride concentration of 7 mg per liter to prevent tooth decay and minimize dental fluorosis, some experts, including the American Dental Association, argue that water fluoridation benefits public health, especially for those lacking dental care. Recent decisions, like Winter Haven’s, reflect this growing concern.
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo positioned himself against the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control, and the American Dental Association Friday when he came out against community water fluoridation.
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Dutch authorities investigate possible sabotage against rail network as NATO summit opens
SUMMARY: Dutch authorities are investigating suspected sabotage after a power outage caused by fire damaged about 30 rail cables near Schiphol Airport, disrupting train services to Amsterdam during a NATO summit in The Hague. Justice Minister David van Weel said the cause could involve activist groups or foreign states. Trains to The Hague continued running, but summit leaders are being transported by motorcade amid heightened security, the largest ever in the Netherlands, involving 27,000 police and 10,000 defense personnel. The incident follows recent pro-Russian cyberattacks targeting NATO-linked sites, echoing previous sabotage of France’s high-speed rail ahead of the 2024 Olympics.
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Security increased after Iran strike
SUMMARY: Security measures at U.S. military bases worldwide have intensified following the recent Iran missile strike. Retired Army Command Sergeant Major Dwight Brown explains that while security posture is heightened, troops remain focused and continue their missions with professionalism and resilience. Non-essential personnel, especially civilians overseas, face cancellations and restrictions to reduce risk. Brown recounts his firsthand experience with the 82nd Airborne, noting soldiers’ calm yet determined mindset despite threats. Although the immediate aftermath is uncertain, further consequences are expected. Meanwhile, U.S. service members maintain readiness, adapting to evolving circumstances while performing their duties globally and domestically.
Retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Dwight Brown speaks about security after Iran strike.
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Weekend tornadoes kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, toss trees and train cars
SUMMARY: Two tornadoes with wind speeds over 100 mph struck rural areas in North Dakota and New York, killing six people. In Enderlin, ND, three elderly residents died, while in Clark Mills, NY, three others—including twin 6-year-old girls—were killed. North Dakota experienced rare EF-2 to EF-3 tornadoes, uprooting trees, damaging homes, and tossing train cars. A derecho also caused widespread wind damage, particularly in Page, ND. Thousands remained without power. The New York tornado, rated EF-1, traveled over two miles, destroying homes and a historic mill. Officials emphasized the importance of multiple severe weather alerts, especially during dangerous nighttime storms.
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