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Medical records and FDA documents showing hidden thalidomide cases in the United States

September 26, 2026

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Thalidomide Survivors in America: 100-150 Hidden Cases FDA Never Counted

In 1962, the FDA forced the withdrawal of thalidomide from the American market before the drug—already infamous in Europe for causing birth defects—could gain a foothold. Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey, the agency’s

Business·USA

30-Year Treasury Yields Surge to 5.19%—Highest Since 2007—As Mortgage Rates Climb to 6.75%

The US 30-year Treasury yield has surpassed 5.19 percent, reaching its highest level since 2007. The bond selloff reflects persistent inflation fears, oil prices above $100 per barrel, and the US-Iran standoff. Mortgage rates have climbed to 6.75 percent, according

August 19, 2026

From Closet to Clothing: Anemone’s Sustainable Fashion Emergence

Fashion·Sustainability

Anemone is a clothing brand started by Ashley Saville in 2020. She is a self-taught sewist who is passionate about fashion, bringing old things

The Friendly Needlewoman Next Door: Katrina Lynn’s Journey to Upcycling Success

Fashion·Sustainability

Katrina Lynn, a Milwaukee needlewoman and textile artist, crafts distinctive outfits out of upcycled items such as quilts. Lynn has gone from part-time maker

Fashion·Sustainability

Cate Blanchett Shines for Sustainability on the 2023 Oscars Red Carpet with an Archival Louis Vuitton Gown and Refugee Ribbon

Cate Blanchett amazed everyone as she walked on the 2023 Oscars red carpet in an archival Louis Vuitton gown and silk teal capelet top with statement shoulder pads showcasing her push for

Karmactive Team

March 18, 2023

Fashion

“The Goal Is To Keep Things Out Of Landfills”: Patty Moonbeam Is Making Upcycling Fashion

The world is fast pacing towards activities that are rapidly creating an imbalance in the ecosystem. The fashion industry is responsible for a magnanimous amount of discarded materials. More than a million

Karmactive Staff

February 28, 2023

Fashion·Sustainability

Upcycled Outfits With A Hint Of Urban Fashion – Danny Calero

As the world has named it today ‘Fast Fashion’ involves the quick design, manufacture, distribution, and marketing of apparel. As a result, retailers can draw larger amounts of a wider range of

Riva Surana

July 2, 2022

Fashion·Sustainability

Outspoken Fashion Wear Made From Vintage Fabrics

The fashion industry relies on water throughout the production process for textiles and garments. It takes on average 10,000 – 20,000 liters of water to cultivate just one kilogram of raw cotton

Karmactive Team

March 22, 2022