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The Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy (OIDP) and the Office of Minority Health are facing potential layoffs as part of a broader restructuring plan within the Department of Health and Human Services. This move aims to reduce 20,000 positions and merge various offices into a newly established agency called the Administration for a Health America.

Top Trump administration officials, including National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, were involved in a Signal chat that exposed classified information about military operations, raising concerns about cybersecurity and operational security protocols. The officials' personal accounts on Venmo, a mobile payment service, were also open to the public, potentially exposing their contacts to exploitation.

Emerging research suggests that a gut-friendly diet rich in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats can promote gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve both physical and mental well-being. This approach, inspired by the Mediterranean diet and incorporating elements from other cultures, aims to optimize gut health and reduce the risk of various health conditions.

Flight bookings between Canada and the U.S. have plummeted by 70% due to rising trade tensions, with Canadians opting for domestic travel and airlines cutting capacity in response. The decline reflects a degradation of travel demand, particularly from Canada, and could have detrimental effects on both economies.

Scams using cloned voices are on the rise, posing a significant threat to individuals, particularly older adults, who are often targeted by scammers impersonating loved ones in distress and requesting immediate financial assistance. To protect yourself, create a family "safe word" and establish a protocol for verifying the identity of family members or loved ones before transferring any money.