The Intelligence from The Economist - Symbols’ status: arrests in Hong Kong
Authorities have re-ignited tensions by arresting some of the democracy movement’s most prominent figures—and Beijing seems to be piling more pressure on. Shortages of protective equipment are not just about supply; we look at the global scramble for kit. And Brazil’s universally beloved “telenovelas” are on hold; how will they eventually deal with covid-19? For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer
Omnibus - Ferdinandea (Entry 461.RV1620)
In which the European powers scramble to claim an infant pile of basalt in the Mediterranean, and John wonders how steampunk the Libyan submarine fleet might be. Certificate #50204.
What Next | Daily News and Analysis - Democrats’ Plan to Win the Senate
No one thought 2020 was going to be a boring election year. Several key Senate seats are in play, presenting Democrats with a real shot at winning back the chamber. However, with an unstable economy and a critical phase of the campaign cycle going virtual, candidates are facing new challenges.
Guest: Jim Newell, Slate’s senior politics writer
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Motley Fool Money - How Luck Made “Rock Around The Clock” a #1 Hit
“Rock Around The Clock” was a flop when Bill Haley & The Comets first released it. Derek Thompson, author of the best-selling book Hit Makers: How to Succeed in an Age of Distraction, explains how luck helped give the song a second chance at success.
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What A Day - Mind Your Small Business
As Congress continues to negotiate their next relief bill, Democrats are pushing for a requirement that the administration develop a national testing strategy. Meanwhile, the National Restaurant Association is pushing for an industry bailout.
Then, an update on case numbers around the country and the world. Plus, why Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina think it’s a good idea to reopen right now.
And in headlines: the Supreme Court knocks down split jury convictions, John Stamos has a Dumbo, and Whole Foods' anti-unionization map is revealed.
The NewsWorthy - Trump Banning Immigration, Oil’s Historic Low & “How Can I Help?”- Tuesday, April 21st, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, April 21st, 2020!
What to know today about President Trump’s plan to ban immigration, why some states are randomly testing people for COVID-19, and a new CDC warning about cleaning products.
Plus, the most popular Google searches right now, and the newest docu-series everyone's watching.
Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!
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Trump Suspending Immigration: Twitter, Politico, WSJ
Border Restrictions Extended: NPR, The Hill
Case Count: Johns Hopkins
Southern States Start Reopening: NY Times, CNN
More Testing Conflict: AP, LA Times, Twitter, YouTube
Antibody Tests Hint at Higher Infection Rate: LA Times, CNBC, CNN
New York Begins Antibody Testing: NBC New York, Politico, NY Gov
Ohio Prison HotSpot: NPR, NY Times
Oil Prices Crash: CNBC, Business Insider, FOX Business
Top Google Searches: Washington Post, Google Trends
Rise in Poisonings: The Hill, CNBC, CDC
New Uber Delivery Service: VentureBeat, Gizmodo, Press Release
Facebook Gaming: Mashable, Engadget, NYT
Warner Bros Delays Releases: AP, FOX News
Jordan Documentary a Hit: Variety, Forbes, Hollywood Reporter, Press Release
Talk to Me Tuesday - Reduced Lung Capacity? Johns Hopkins Medicine, Business Insider / South China Morning Post, AARC.org
The Daily Signal - How and When Should States Reopen? Rep. Andy Biggs Has Answers
Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., a member of President Donald Trump’s congressional task force on economic recovery, joins The Daily Signal Podcast to discuss the economy's devastation by the coronavirus and how America should get back to work. The House Freedom Caucus chairman talks about how the nation should balance the contagiousness of COVID-19 with the economic damage, what might happen if the country's reopening is delayed too long, and technology to track those who are infected.
We also cover these stories:
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is the latest site for a massive protest over coronavirus lockdowns.
- The U.S. continues increased travel restrictions with Mexico and Canada.
- New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the federal government should give essential workers a 50% bonus.
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Opening Arguments - OA379: Trump’s Contempt for the Press & Husch Blackwell
Today's episode features a deep dive on a completely frivolous lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against a Wisconsin TV station for simply airing an ad created by Priorities USA that... uses a pastiche of Trump's own words talking about COVID-19. Learn why Trump (and his corrupt lawyers at Husch Blackwell) are transparently trying to silence any public criticism of this President.
First, we begin with an update on the various emoluments clause cases and we learn a) the status of all three cases and b) why none are likely to be decided before the next Presidential election.
Then, it's time for that deep dive into Trump for President, Inc. v. Northland Television d/b/a WJFW-NBC, a nonsense lawsuit designed to intimidate a local TV station for airing a garden-variety attack ad against Trump's handling of COVID-19.
After that, it's time to decipher whether Trump can actually de-fund the World Health Organization (WHO), as he's threatened. (Hint: no.)
Then, of course, it's time for the answer to a thrilling #T3BE involving breach of contract by a beloved aunt and her niece over the ownership of a business, the transfer of a lease, and some slow lawyers. Will Thomas's win streak continue? Listen and find out!
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