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Deadly storms and tornadoes swept through 12 U.S. states, killing 28 people and causing over $9 billion in damage. Hard-hit areas include Kentucky and Missouri.

The US plans to ban 8 synthetic food dyes linked to ADHD and other health issues in kids. The FDA aims for full removal by 2026, pushing companies to switch to safer, natural alternatives and improve food safety nationwide.

Trump's administration redesigned COVID websites, redirecting users to promote the lab leak theory as COVID's origin. The new sites criticize Biden, Fauci, and early pandemic policies. It questions scientific studies, and dismisses natural origin theorie.

Yellow dust from Gobi Desert will raise fine dust levels in South Korea on April 17 and 18. Temperatures will range from 4 to 27°C. Rain is expected over weekend, along with strong winds in some areas. Stay prepared for fluctuating air quality & weather.

Trump’s proposed 2026 budget includes drastic cuts to vital climate & space research. Key programs like NOAA’s climate research, NASA’s Roman Space Telescope, and weather satellites face funding reductions that could undermine future scientific progress.

The Trump administration has frozen all NIH research funding to Columbia University, cutting $250M amid claims the school failed to curb antisemitism during pro-Palestinian protests. Other top universities also face similar funding cuts.

The Trump administration is advancing a rule that could cancel hundreds of state-level bans on toxic chemicals like PFAS, mercury, and phthalates, increasing public exposure and limiting states' power to regulate harmful substances in consumer products.

China now requires licenses to export key rare earth materials like scandium and dysprosium, pressuring global tech firms and tightening its control over chip and storage supply chains.

China's Betavolt has started mass production of BV100, a coin-sized nuclear battery lasting 50 years. Using isotopes like Nickel-63 and Carbon-14, these batteries offer stable, long-term power for medical, space, and military devices.

Rescue teams from China, India, and other countries are aiding Myanmar after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake. The U.S. has pledged aid but delayed sending rescue teams, drawing criticism amid cuts to foreign aid. The toll exceeds 2,000 with more expected.