A US debt default could hit on Thursday, and world leaders are second guessing the dominant role America plays in finance. Regardless of the final decision in Washington, confidence and credibility in the US has already eroded. In an editorial published by the Chinese state-owned press agency Xinhua, a columnist says the US economy has ‘failed’ and put many countries who hold state assets in d [...]

We have an abundant cleaner and more efficient forms of energy in our environment. In order to extract these forms of energy, we need to understand them better. During the past one hundred years, many scientists and inventors, such as Nikola Tesla, Tariel Kapanadze, John Searl, and Stanley Meyer, etc., have performed experiments to prove the existence of such energy sources and some of them have p [...]

Some 9,000 activists took to the streets of Tokyo on Sunday to protest nuclear power. The march comes as Japanese authorities are considering restarting the country's nuclear reactors, which were shut down in the wake of the 2011 Fukushima disaster. [...]

42 years after Vietnam testimony, Kerry returns to Congress with Syria plea. In 1971, a young Naval lieutenant named John Kerry pleaded with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to stop a war. Four decades later, Kerry will return to that same committee table, this time as Secretary of State, to advocate for U.S. military action in Syria. [...]

Now anyone in the world can seek out your facebook profile. Over the years Facebook has been slowly scaling back their privacy settings, taking more and more control away from the user. One recent change that has been upsetting Facebook users is the fact that now anyone can find your profile by searching your name in their database. [...]

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Abby Martin speaks with Michael Ruppert, investigative journalist and author of "Crossing the Rubicon," about destructive energy policies, the global energy crisis and the potential for a collapse of industrial civilization as we know it unless people become more than just passive actors. Peter Schiff Warns of Economic Collapse and Martial law “Dollar valueless, about to [...]

A computer system upgrade shut down the Electronic Benefits Transfer System nationwide on Saturday, leaving a countless number of shoppers stranded at the register. At about 9 a.m. Saturday, reports from across the country began pouring in that customers’ EBT cards were not working in stores. [...]

The second planned march against agricultural giant Monsanto takes place around the world this weekend. The protesters are rallying against the company'€™s use of genetically modified organisms and trying to raise awareness about its corporate practices. [...]

Prisoner training: Don't complain about your grope down. Travelers who crack jokes about the TSA’s ludicrous security procedures could face arrest, according to a new loudspeaker warning being broadcast at airports in the U.S. While traveling through George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Matt Miller heard a security announcement repeatedly aired on the airport intercom that left him d [...]

Click for Larger Image Information on US death penalty costs, trends, statistics and other facts from Amnesty International. Join the campaign to end capital punishment! The death penalty, both in the U.S. and around the world, is discriminatory and is used disproportionately against the poor, minorities and members of racial, ethnic and religious communities. >>>Click Here to read th [...]

It’s National Depression Screening Day — and a good time to acknowledge all the potential reasons for 20-somethings to be depressed (no job, no partner, no money…). We’re here to help you get out of a rut and enjoy this dynamic decade. The positive news is that these emotions are pretty common and typically pass by the time people hit the big 3-0. [...]

We consume too much sugar, too much cheese, and too much food in general. It’s easy to blame the over-sized portions at restaurants, but maybe we should figure out why we’re so inclined to overeat in the first place. One of the biggest problems is that we continue to eat too darn much. [...]

The people of Germany, with their reputation for having an industrial-strength work ethic, may not spring to mind as the happiest or healthiest people around. Yes, Germans are better known for their beer and brats than their wellness rituals. But at the same time, with their unique ways to relax, unplug, enjoy nature, and tap into the wisdom of their rich traditions, Germans have lot to teach the [...]

Facing a shortage of supplies for lethal injections, US law enforcement officials have begun executing prisoners with an animal anesthetic that has not been approved at the federal level, with the first such execution coming this week. European pharmacies, citing a moral issue with capital punishment, have stopped sending certain drugs to regions of the US that still carry out the death penalty, [...]

Fall fruits and veggies make for more than just a delicious Thanksgiving spread. It turns out autumn’s colorful bounty is also packed with essential vitamins and nutrients. Fruits like apples, cranberries, and kiwis aren’t just rich in flavor — they offer essential vitamins and antioxidants, which boost immunity, slow aging, and may help fight cancer. [...]

Edward Snowden is safe in Russia, but the fates of journalists who helped him and published his leaks are now of more concern for WikiLeaks, Julian Assange said in an exclusive interview with RT Spanish "€˜Behind the News"€™ host Eva Golinger. Assange also shared his views on the NSA scandal in Latin America and the future of freedom of information. [...]

Loquat leaf is a traditional remedy for respiratory support, liver health, and even the brain. It is a potent antioxidant and here we examine its benefits. Loquat, also known as Eriobotrya japonica, is a moderately sized tree found in subtropical climates that has a history of use in traditional and herbal medicine. Although the loquat bears edible fruit that is rich in calcium, iron, vitamin A, a [...]

The United States is not the first superpower to act as if it'€™s exceptional and will likely not be the last, although US leaders could be squandering a fruitful opportunity for improved international relations, Noam Chomsky said in an interview with RT. [...]

Abby Martin speaks with former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura, about his new book ' They Killed our President', going over the most compelling reasons why he thinks the assassination of JFK was a conspiracy, Bin Laden's death, and his potential presidential run in 2016 with Howard Stern. [...]

Only 18% satisfied with the way the nation is being run. Numbers from the latest Gallup poll reveal Americans’ confidence in the two-party dominated system has hit an all-time low, with only 18 percent saying they’re satisfied with the way the nation is being run. “This is the lowest government satisfaction rating in Gallup’s history of asking the question dating back to 1971,” admitted [...]

Dandelion leaf contains essential nutrients and other health-promoting plant compounds. We take a look at what's in dandelion leaf and why it's beneficial. Dandelion, or Taraxacum officinale, is a plant that is native to Europe but found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. In many part of the world, it’s consumed as food (dandelion wine?) and also has a prominent role in herbal therapy. [...]