## RFK Jr, who doesn’t have a medical degree, says he can diagnose children by just looking at them

Authored by independent.co.uk

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asserted, on Wednesday, that he could tell when a child is dealing with “mitochondrial challenges” or “inflammation” by just looking at them.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Wednesday he can ‘tell’ when a child has mitochondrial issues or inflammation by looking at them ( AP ).

The 38 percent statistic Kennedy used appears to be the estimated percentage of American adults who are prediabetic.

Through “MAHA,” Kennedy has made it his mission to improve the health of Americans and reduce chronic illness.

While a majority of the public approves of that intention, Kennedy’s habit of using misinformation about health science has clashed with it.

Autism rates have increased over the years, but many researchers largely credit the increase to increased awareness, broadened diagnostics, and wider access to resources.

Some studies suggest environmental factors and genetics could play a role as well. »

### Forest fire caused by Ukrainian drone strike approaches ‘Putin’s palace’ in southern Russia — Novaya Gazeta Europe

Authored by novayagazeta.eu

A forest fire caused by a Ukrainian drone attack near the town of Gelendzhik, in southern Russia, appears to be approaching one of Vladimir Putin’s luxury residences in the area, independent media outlet IStories reported on Thursday.

The fire broke out on Thursday, regional authorities have reported, spreading across at least 14 hectares and reaching Tyomnaya Shchel, a picturesque valley by the Black Sea.

It remains unclear if the palace itself suffered damage as a result of the drone attack. »

### Obama Says Use Of Military On Domestic Soil ‘Puts The Liberties Of All Americans At Risk’

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### Ukrainian intelligence hits Russian cruise missile carrier in Azov Sea – video

Authored by pravda.com.ua

Units from Defence Intelligence of Ukraine struck a Buyan-M class missile vessel in the Sea of Azov on 28 August 2025.

Source: Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) on Facebook.

Background: DIU recently reported that an uncrewed surface vessel had reached Novorossiysk Bay during a Black Sea operation where it exploded, killing five elite Russian divers. »

### Church leaders arrested in multi-state money laundering, forced labor investigation

Authored by fox13news.com

Taylor and Brannon face charges of forced labor, conspiracy to commit forced labor, and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

According to the DOJ, Taylor and Brannon are the leaders of Kingdom of God Global Church, formerly known as Joshua Media Ministries International (JMMI). »

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