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A new Critical Issues Poll by the University of Maryland, conducted by SSRS between May 2–5, reveals overwhelming bipartisan support for diplomacy over military action with Iran. The poll surveyed over 1,000 US adults, signaling growing public pressure for peaceful solutions amid ongoing US-Iran indirect talks. Only 14% of Americans support military action against Iran, while a grand 69% prefer diplomacy. Will American policymakers listen?
Deadly delicious? Ultra-processed food linked to premature death
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) aren’t just a guilty pleasure; they might be slashing years off your life, according to an international study. Countries like England and the United States, where over half of daily calories come from UPFs, recorded the highest rates of premature deaths tied to these foods. Experts warn that it’s not just fat, salt, or sugar to blame, but also the industrial additives used in these products. However, they recommended what governments can do to fight back.