Pope Calls for Global Ban on Surrogacy

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Pope Francis on Monday condemned the practice of using a surrogate mother to birth a child and called for a global ban on the practice.

The pope called surrogacy “despicable” during an annual foreign policy address to ambassadors of 184 countries.

“I consider despicable the practice of so-called surrogate motherhood, which represents a grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child,” Francis said.

The pope said surrogacy exploits the surrogate mother’s financial situation and said an unborn child must not be “turned into an object of trafficking.”

He called for a global ban “to prohibit this practice universally.” (Read more from “Pope Calls for Global Ban on Surrogacy” HERE)

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Guarding Your Mind: Everyday Habits to Reduce Dementia Risk Revealed

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Dementia, often associated with people over 65, can impact memory, language, and problem-solving abilities, with Alzheimer’s being a common culprit. While certain risk factors like genetics are beyond control, lifestyle habits play a crucial role, providing an opportunity to mitigate the risk of dementia, according to experts.

Blair Steel, a psychologist at Carrara Treatment, Wellness & Spa, emphasizes that it’s never too early to adopt behaviors that can safeguard cognitive health. Dementia manifests as impairment in at least two brain functions, such as memory loss and judgment, leading to symptoms like forgetfulness, limited social skills, and thinking impairment.

Exercise, particularly aerobic exercise, is highlighted as a powerful tool in the fight against dementia. Steel underscores the negative impact of a sedentary lifestyle on the brain, emphasizing the adage, “If you don’t use it, you lose it.” Individuals approaching their 60s are encouraged to prioritize regular physical activity to reduce their dementia risk.

Isolation, often exacerbated by excessive social media use, is identified as another risk factor. Steel highlights the significance of in-person socializing, as it provides a more enriching experience for the brain compared to virtual interactions.

Establishing good sleep habits is crucial, regardless of age. Limiting screen time before bedtime and avoiding disruptions during sleep contribute to better overall brain health.

Stress, identified by the Alzheimer’s Society as a major trigger for dementia, necessitates effective management. Engaging in physical exercise, pursuing hobbies, spending time with family and friends, and adopting a flexible mindset are effective ways to combat stress.

Moderating alcohol consumption is advised, as the Alzheimer’s Society associates regular drinking over an extended period with a specific type of dementia.

Lastly, dietary choices play a pivotal role. Processed foods, prevalent in the American diet, are considered potential triggers for dementia in adults. Embracing a diet rich in nutrient-dense, whole foods contributes to better brain health.

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Alleged Altercation Between Rep. Lauren Boebert and Ex-husband Under “Active Investigation”: Police

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Police have launched an “active investigation” into an alleged altercation Saturday night between Republican Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband in a Colorado restaurant, according to the Denver Post.

The congresswoman allegedly struck Jayson Boebert, her ex-husband, twice at the Miner’s Claim in Slit, according to the outlet. This claim has been denied by the congresswoman.

An investigation by the Slit Police Department is ongoing, Chief Mike Kite confirmed, according to the outlet. Police reportedly arrived at the scene after the incident, after which neither party was arrested.

“This is a sad situation for all that keeps escalating and another reason I’m moving,” Boebert said in a statement from her campaign manager to the outlet. “I didn’t punch Jason in the face and no one was arrested.”

The Colorado Republican’s ex-husband told police Sunday he and Lauren Boebert were having heated talks, the outlet reported. He reportedly does not plan to press charges. (Read more from “Alleged Altercation Between Rep. Lauren Boebert and Ex-husband Under “Active Investigation”: Police” HERE)

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Top Children’s Hospital Coaches Doctors to Avoid Parents Wary of Trans Treatments

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A top children’s hospital in Ohio is training doctors how to manipulate parents who are wary of allowing their child to undergo permanent sex-change procedures.

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, which ‌hosted DeWine onsite ahead of his veto and testified against the ban in the legislature, claimed that parental involvement in a child’s choice to change their gender permanently is a priority. However, insider sources say differently.

The hospital’s Transgender Health Center has misrepresented its approach to parental involvement by teaching doctors how to handle skeptical parents with training sessions.

The hospital’s director, Dr. Lee Ann Conard, suggests several ways to progress a child’s decision towards “gender-affirmation” without parental support. In the training video, she recommends putting children in therapy without informing the parents. Conrad even supports the idea of stopping a young girl’s period.

“Some kids aren’t ready to tell the parents, and we shouldn’t out them,” Conard said. “If the kid doesn’t wanna talk to the parent … are there things we can do medically to help? We can refer a ‌child for therapy without the parent knowing that the ‌kid told us they’re transgender. If they’re having significant anxiety and depression, the other thing is menstrual suppression.” (Read more from “Top Children’s Hospital Coaches Doctors to Avoid Parents Wary of Trans Treatments” HERE)

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‘Harry Potter’ Profits Soaring Despite Attempts To Cancel J.K. Rowling Over Trans Stance

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“Harry Potter” book profits continued to soar in 2023 despite numerous attempts to cancel the famed author of the book series J.K. Rowling for her support of biological women over trans-indentifying males.

In 2023, Pottermore publishing — a global digital audiobook and eBook publisher of “Harry Potter” books and affiliated Wizarding World titles — experienced a surge in sales, going from approximately $7 million U.S. dollars to more than $11.9 million over the last fiscal year, GB News reported.

Pottermore’s Managing Director released a statement about the increase in revenue and said, “We continue to look for ways to grow partnerships, build our language catalog and reach new audiences with creative and promotional initiatives such as the annual Starting Harry Potter campaign for new readers.”

Rowling — who has faced numerous attacks from leftist activists for her support of biological women — is very outspoken on social media and doesn’t back down when threatened by trans activists. (Read more from “‘Harry Potter’ Profits Soaring Despite Attempts To Cancel J.K. Rowling Over Trans Stance” HERE)

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Lululemon Founder Criticizes the Company’s Push to Feature Overweight, ‘Unhealthy,’ and ‘Sickly’ Models

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The founder of Lululemon is blasting the athleisure apparel company’s push to include diversity, equity, and inclusion in its marketing— specifically by featuring overweight, plus-size women to model their clothes.

Billionaire Chip Wilson is taking swings against Lululemon’s DEI programs, saying they are destroying the company he created that once featured fit, healthy women in its ads.

“I think the definition of a brand is that you’re not everything to everybody. You’ve got to be clear that you don’t want certain customers coming in,” Wilson said, adding that the brand is trying to “become like the Gap, everything to everybody.”

Wilson said that the models being used in the ads, who are clearly obese, look “unhealthy,” “sickly,” and “not inspirational.”

Wilson stepped down as CEO in 2013 and left the board two years later after saying that “some women’s bodies just don’t actually work” in Lululemon’s popular yoga pants. The woke media claimed Wilson was “fat-shaming” despite clearly being the size of Lizzo. (Read more from “Lululemon Founder Criticizes the Company’s Push to Feature Overweight, ‘Unhealthy,’ and ‘Sickly’ Models” HERE)

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Critics Slam WHO’s ‘Biased’ and ‘Rushed’ Approach to Transgender Guidelines

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing criticism from a group of gender ideology critics who have launched a petition against the organization’s ongoing process to develop transgender health guidelines. The petition, titled “WHO Decides?”, expresses strong objections to what the signers perceive as a “highly biased” panel responsible for formulating the guidelines.

On December 18, the WHO announced plans to develop new transgender guidelines, focusing on advising “health sector interventions” to enhance “respectful health services” for trans-identifying and gender-diverse individuals. The guidelines will cover areas such as gender-affirming care, health policies supporting gender-inclusive care, healthcare for trans-identifying individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence, and legal recognition of self-determined gender identity.

The petition raises concerns about the composition of the WHO panel, claiming that more than three-fourths of its 21 members are transgender activists, with few physicians specialized in HIV or gender-related issues. Notably, the panel lacks representation from child development experts or detransitioners—individuals who transitioned but later regretted their decision.

The petitioners argue against what they perceive as a lack of diverse perspectives on the panel, especially given the global surge in teenagers expressing a desire for sex changes. They claim that most panel members have expressed strong views in favor of hormonal and surgical interventions, downplaying associated risks and dismissing psychotherapeutic approaches as ‘conversion therapy.’

The petition calls on the WHO to cancel its first meeting scheduled for February 19 and to revisit the formulation process. The current panel is set to present its recommendations at the WHO’s headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

Critics highlight concerns about the rushed timeline, emphasizing the limited three-week public comment period that coincided with the Christmas and New Year holiday season, when many people were not actively engaged. The petition, supported by over 3,600 signatures, includes a diverse range of professionals, including pediatricians, clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, parents of trans-identifying children, teachers, counselors, nurses, and professors.

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Government Banning Prayer? It’s Already Happened in One Location

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One Australian state, Victoria, already has adopted laws that essentially make practicing Christianity, specifically prayer, a crime, and a commentary at The Daily Signal warns America is heading that direction with its bans on “conversion therapy.”

Conversion therapy is a derogatory term for counseling that encourages those who have unwanted same-sex attractions to live the lives they choose, and provides them skills to use to pursue their goals.

It’s been banned in many locations in America by lawmakers and others kowtowing to the ideology of the LGBT agenda. Quite literally in many locations, but not all, they’ve succeeded in promoting pro-LGBT counseling, but banning anti-LGBT discussions.

“It seems that the transgender movement aims to demonize any attempt to delay experimental medical interventions on children using the ‘conversion therapy’ label,” the commentary explained. “Victoria’s law condemning certain forms of prayer seems beyond the pale for Americans, but 27 states, along with Washington, D.C., and one U.S. territory have laws banning ‘conversion therapy’ for minors, according to the pro-LGBTQ Movement Advancement Project.”

The author, Tyler O’Neil, explained, “These laws only allow therapy in one direction; namely, for an LGBTQ identity—even if a patient expresses a desire to overcome unwanted feelings of same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. (Read more from “Government Banning Prayer? It’s Already Happened in One Location” HERE)

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Church Officials Claim ‘Husband’ and ‘Wife’ Are ‘Hurtful’ Words

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Franklin Graham, the popular evangelist who heads the Samaritan’s Purse worldwide Christian charity as well as the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association that his famous father started, is scolding officials of the Methodist church in the United Kingdom.

It’s because they’re telling ministers that using the words “husband” and “wife” is “hurtful.”

The church’s ideology comes from the worldwide agenda to promote the LGBT lifestyle choices. Those lifestyles made the use of those words awkward because, for instance, when two men are “married,” which is the husband, or are both?

Graham, online, wrote, “The Methodist Church in the United Kingdom has released its own ‘Inclusive Church Language Guide’ that urges ministers and church-goers to avoid using words such as ‘husband’ and ‘wife’ (and more) because those terms can be ‘hurtful’ and ‘offensive.'”

He scolded: “Shame on the Methodist Church. These are biblical terms—and marriage between a man and a woman is biblical truth. The word ‘wife’ is used in some 360 verses in 38 books of the Bible.” (Read more from “Church Officials Claim ‘Husband’ and ‘Wife’ Are ‘Hurtful’ Words” HERE)

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SICK: Dozens of Children Under 5 Have Been Referred to the Controversial NHS Transgender Clinic

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More than 70 children aged three and four have been sent to the controversial NHS transgender clinic, it can be revealed.

The pre-schoolers were among 382 youngsters aged six and under referred to the Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS) over the past decade, official figures show.

Campaigners say they never should have been put forward by doctors or parents for psychological assessment at such a young age. . .

It comes ahead of a long-awaited final report by consultant paediatrician Dr Hilary Cass, which is expected to make further far-reaching recommendations about transgender services for young people after her interim study led to GIDS being ordered to shut down.

The Government is also trying to stop the spread of contentious gender identity ideology in schools, with equalities minister Kemi Badenoch declaring that teaching children they can be born in the wrong body is harmful. (Read more from “SICK: Dozens of Children Under 5 Have Been Referred to the Controversial NHS Transgender Clinic” HERE)

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