Month: July 2024

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Inside Europe - Inside Europe 18 July 2024

Can Ursula von der Leyen unite EU factions in her second term? Finland plans to turn back refugees at the border, and activists fail to bloc a lithium mine in Serbia. Also: Erdogan is accused of hypocrisy over Israel's war in Gaza, why Russian attitudes toward Ukraine are changing, could Muslim-majority Kosovo approve same-sex marriage? And Bulgarians avoid the army, despite a 30% pay hike.
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The Commentary Magazine Podcast - RNC, Day Three

Joe Biden announced that he has Covid. And there's talk he's more receptive to ending his reelection bid. Is this finally happening? Is Kamala Harris his obvious replacement? And who does she pick for VP? Meanwhile, the third day of the RNC featured the powerful appearance of Gold Star families, rousing cheers for Israel, and the unconventional convention debut of J.D. Vance? Give a listen.

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CBS News Roundup - 07/18/2024 | World News Roundup

JD Vance's big night at the Republican convention. Pressure mounts on President Biden to step aside. Healing after the PA rally shooting. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has today's World News Roundup.

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Racial Equity In Chicago Arts Funding On The Rise, But The Future Is Uncertain

Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) arts organizations have seen their funding from major donors nearly double over the past three years. Yet, the authors of a new report worry that this boost is temporary. Reset hears from a leader in anti-racist advocacy to learn why funding for BIPOC arts has been fluctuating, and what steps advocates may need to take to continue advancing racial equity in the arts. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
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The Intelligence from The Economist - Veep show: America meets J.D. Vance

J.D. Vance was largely unknown in American politics until Donald Trump picked him as his running-mate for vice-president. Last night he gave his first speech to the Republican National Convention. Why is trade so sluggish within Latin America (11:34)? And forget management books: literature offers the best lessons in leadership (20:14). 


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Up First from NPR - Vance and Trump Speak, Congress Probes Secret Service, Biden COVID

Republican vice presidential pick J.D. Vance welcomed by party faithful. Lawmakers plan a series of hearings next week over Trump's assassination attempt. And President Joe Biden has COVID, amid mounting questions over his reelection bid.

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Bay Curious - Roses Are Red, Glitter is Plastic

While strolling through the beautiful Morcom Rose Garden, Bay Curious listener Julia Fogelson noticed something peculiar. All over the garden are signs banning a very specific item: glitter. So, what's with all the "NO GLITTER" signs? This week, reporter Christopher Beale takes us to the garden to figure out what sparked the sparkle ban.

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The Daily Detail - The Daily Detail for 7.18.24

Alabama

  • Congressman Strong to be on Committee investigating Trump rally shooting
  • Former DHS agent says he's ready to battle for Trump any day of the week
  • APLS policies on books now officially part of state administrative code
  • Drag Queen story hour organizers claim threats, but no reports to police
  • JeffCo Sheriff's part of "Books not Bullets" program for youth

National

  • DNC says virtual voting for candidate won't happen until after Aug. 1st
  • Joe Biden says in interview a medical problem could take him out of race
  • Joe Biden promptly announces he has tested positive for Covid
  • Peter Navarro leaves federal prison flies into WI to speak at RNC on same day
  • Lawsuit filed in CA regarding new law stripping parental rights out of schools
  • New AP polll shows 2/3rds of Dems want Joe Biden to withdraw from race
  • Speaker Mike Johnson calls for USSS director to resign after shooting
  • Trump's VP pic - Senator JD Vance delivers speech at RNC