Classified Information Finds A Side Hustle
The FDA unveiled a new voucher program that will fast‑track psychedelic drug approvals, potentially bringing treatments for depression and PTSD to market as early as this year, though safety experts warn the accelerated timeline could compromise thorough review. In a separate development, a U.S. Army soldier was arrested for using classified intelligence to place bets on Polymarket, netting roughly $410,000 and marking the first insider‑trading case tied to a prediction market. Meanwhile, special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner resumed Iran peace talks in Pakistan, signaling a tentative diplomatic push amid ongoing regional tensions.
A "Brand Genius" Honor for News Not Noise And Your Day's News
Jessica Yellin, founder of News Not Noise, was honored as an Adweek Brand Genius Creator during the Social Media Week 2026 fireside chat. The award recognizes her work in building trust and clarity in online journalism. Yellin announced the accolade...