Toxins

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Tuesday, January 21, as strong Santa Ana winds persisted across Southern California. Known as the "Clay Fire," it ignited along the Santa Ana River Bottom near Pedley Road and Van Buren Boulevard around 5 p.m.

Los Angeles is grappling with the toxic aftermath of wildfires that devastated areas including Pacific Palisades and Altadena, destroying over 15,000 structures and releasing dangerous pollutants into the air. Scientists report that the burning of homes, cars, and infrastructure has produced hazardous levels of toxins, including lead and chlorine.

The United States and China have signed an updated agreement to renew its Science and Technology Agreement (STA) for five years.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in partnership with former President Donald Trump, launched the “Nominees for the People” website, an initiative aimed at involving everyday Americans in shaping a potential Trump administration.

President Donald Trump has revealed plans to form an expert panel in collaboration with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to address the concerning increase in chronic diseases among children.

The I-15 was closed near Baker, California, in both directions after a semi-truck carrying lithium batteries, which power electric vehicles, caught fire Friday morning. 

The Department of Defense (DOD) announced that it is unable to track how many taxpayer dollars funded Chinese research labs.

The Biden administration's research rules for viruses with "enhanced pandemic potential" exclude the avian influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses.

The official had been part of the ring for over 20 years.

A report from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) outlined the nation's preparedness for biosecurity threats.