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Marijuana Rescheduling Plan Pushed by Biden Administration – Federal Health Department Confirms at 4:20

Marin County, California – In a remarkable turn of events, high school students in Marin County, California, initiated the popularization of the term “4:20” as code for smoking marijuana fifty years ago. Now, fast forward to present day, and the aged teetotaler President Joe Biden’s advisors suggest his familiarity with cannabis slang. Last year, at precisely 4:20 p.m., the Department of Health and Human Services made a significant announcement about rescheduling marijuana, sparking a wave …

Cyberattack Fallout: UnitedHealth Confirms Compromised Patient Data and $1.6 Billion Cost

Minneapolis, Minnesota – Just over a month after a cyberattack on Change Healthcare wreaked havoc on businesses, prescription access, and billing for providers nationwide, United Health Group has confirmed the compromise of patient data during the incident. Reports indicate that a second ransomware group, RansomHouse, claimed to have accessed and obtained over 4 terabytes of data related to Change Health. Although these claims have not been officially substantiated by the insurance giant, news sources have …

Social Security Administration Confirms April Payment Dates for Seniors

New York, NY – The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently announced an increase in payments for eligible retired workers in April. This new batch of payments will provide crucial financial support to millions of American seniors who rely on Social Security benefits to cover their essential living expenses. Social Security has long been a lifeline for retirees, with benefits serving as a primary source of income for many older Americans. These payments play a …

Social Security Scare: Biden Did Not Sign Executive Order, Fact Check Confirms

Washington, D.C. – President Joe Biden has not signed an executive order to terminate Social Security, despite rumors circulating online. The misinformation claims that Biden took action to end Social Security benefits, causing confusion and alarm among many Americans. The truth is that no such executive order exists, and legal experts confirm that only Congress has the authority to make changes to Social Security. President Biden has not proposed any plans to eliminate the program, …

Abortion Travel Policy Used 12 Times by Military Service Members Since June, Pentagon Confirms

Washington, D.C. – The Pentagon has confirmed that its year-old policy of covering travel expenses for service members seeking reproductive health care not provided by the military – including abortions – was utilized 12 times from June through December. Spokesperson Sabrina Singh disclosed that the department spent $44,791 on transportation, lodging, and meals for these 12 round trips from a service member’s home station to the location of their health care. While it remains unclear …

Russia Confirms Developing Anti-Satellite Capability in Space, US Warned

MOSCOW, Russia – The White House confirmed reports that Russia is developing anti-satellite capability, sparking concerns about the country’s potential to disrupt space-based technology and infrastructure. The United States expressed worries about Russia’s advancements in space-based nuclear weaponry, prompting the Kremlin to dismiss U.S. warnings about Russian nuclear capability. The developments come amid escalating tensions between the two countries over space-based military capabilities. U.S. officials expressed concerns about Russia’s alleged efforts to develop anti-satellite systems, …