## Newborns are being left in dumpsters in Texas, but Republicans don't seem to care

Authored by salon.com

This is evident in the data, which shows a dramatic rise in the state's infant mortality after Texas banned abortion.

The Washington Post also notes that Republicans have repeatedly cut funding for prenatal care and family planning services.

In addition, draconian approaches to illegal immigration have led to undocumented women avoiding medical care, for fear of being deported.

The result is what one Texas law enforcement official called "a little bit of an epidemic" of infant abandonment.

Texas Republicans show no interest in educating people about safe haven laws, however.

There's one telling detail in the Post report that underscores how much Republicans don't care the slightest if babies die because of their abortion ban.

But in the GOP-controlled state, they're fine with a passive form of the death penalty for being a sexually active woman. »

### Pornhub ban now covers more than a third of US states

Authored by independent.co.uk

More than a third of US states have now introduced restrictions for online adult content, blocking access to popular pornographic websites such as Pornhub.

From 1 January, 2025, there are 17 states with restrictions in place after Florida, South Carolina and Tennessee became the latest to enforce over-18 age verification laws for viewing porn sites.

The company said it has withdrawn its websites from these states as a result of the laws. »

### Unverified reports claim poisoning attempt on Syria’s ousted leader Assad in Moscow

Authored by turkiyetoday.com

According to UK based media outlet The Sun‘s unverified report claiming that ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad was the target of a poisoning attempt in Moscow, where he has been residing under Russian protection since Dec. 8.

According to unverified sources, Assad, 59, reportedly fell ill on Sunday, experiencing severe coughing, choking, and breathing difficulties.

Assad and his family have been living in Moscow since fleeing Syria following the collapse of the Baath regime last month. »

### ‘Half-Life 3’ Rumors Spark Excitement After Cryptic Tease from G-Man

Authored by fictionhorizon.com

The video was shared on Shapiro’s YouTube channel, leading us to speculate about a potential new installment in the Half-Life series.

The G-Man is a mysterious character known for his enigmatic presence and influence over the series’ protagonist, Gordon Freeman.

Despite the excitement, it’s important to note that there has been no official announcement from Valve, the developer of the Half-Life series. »

### Ukraine downed 2 Russian helicopters in sea drone attack, HUR says

Authored by kyivindependent.com

Two Russian helicopters were downed in a recent strike by the Ukrainian-made Magura V5 naval strike drones, Ukraine's military intelligence agency (HUR) reported on its Telegram channel.

According to an updated statement by HUR published on Jan. 2, two helicopters were downed and one was damaged in the attack.

The Magura drone has helped Ukraine push back against Russia’s Black Sea Fleet by striking dozens of ships this year. »

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