Month: May 2025

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Focus on Africa - Zambia: US cuts aid over ‘thefts’

The United States said it was pulling the plug on millions of dollars' worth of aid to Zambia's health sector after the country failed to tackle 'systematic' theft of much needed medicines. The US Ambassador to Zambia, Michael Gozales' said that the "difficult" decision was made after repeated warnings to the Zambian government, to safeguard vital drugs meant for the country's most vulnerable patients. We'll hear analysis.

Also, why did the International Court of Justice dismiss Sudan's case of genocide against the United Arab Emirates?

And the history behind one of South Africa's official languages, Afrikaans, which celebrates 100 years this year!

Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Pat Sissons Producers: Bella Hassan and Yvette Twagiramariya Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

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The Commentary Magazine Podcast - Trump Negotiates with Himself

Today we talk about the U.S.-China tariff rollback, Trump's plan to reduce drug prices, the ongoing negotiations with Russia, Iran, and Hamas, and the appearance of daylight between the U.S. and Israel. And finally we get into Trump's desire for a Qatari  airplane and the multiple emoluments-related disasters that may lie ahead for the administration. Give a listen.


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Native America Calling - Monday, May 12, 2025 – First Nations issue sovereignty reminder into Alberta separation discussion

Indigenous leaders are forcefully denouncing Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s rhetoric inviting the idea of separating from Canada. The province includes wide swaths of treaty territory established through agreements with the federal government. First Nations leaders say there is no way to even enter the conversation of separation without first consulting with the tribes. The unprecedented talk of separation comes as President Donald Trump insists on promoting the unlikely scenario of the U.S. annexing Canada. We’ll learn about First Nations authority in Alberta and the sovereignty questions the separation discussions raise.
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Cato Daily Podcast - Best of Cato Daily Podcast: Mitch McConnell’s Legacy Includes Freeing Political Speech

Caleb O. Brown hosted the Cato Daily Podcast for nearly 18 years, producing well over 4000 episodes. He has gone on to head Kentucky’s Bluegrass Institute. This is one among the best episodes produced in his tenure, selected by the host and listeners.


In assessing the legacy of Mitch McConnell as a Republican leader in the U.S. Senate, it’s important to include his large role in radically reducing the regulation of Americans’ political speech. Cato’s John Samples explains.

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Marketplace All-in-One - How pre-tariff spending could affect household budgets down the line

From Apple to Audi, consumer goods companies have been reporting rising sales as consumers splurge on what they need before tariffs hit their pocketbooks. But that preemptive spending could cost consumers later down the line. Also on the show: $500 billion worth of goods are at stake in the temporary trade deal between the U.S. and China, and Trump administration policies have complicated the economic outlook for tribal nations.

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Marketplace All-in-One - The U.S. and China strike a temporary tariffs deal

From the BBC World Service: There's been a thaw in U.S.-China relations, with a 90-day deal to ease their escalating trade war. Both sides say they’ll cut tariffs by 115% — a big step, given that the U.S. was charging 145% on some Chinese goods. Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump will start his first foreign visit with a three-day Middle East tour this week. The economy will be high on the agenda.

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WSJ Minute Briefing - U.S. and China Agree to Significantly Cut Tariffs

Plus: Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky says he wants to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin face-to-face later this week in Turkey. And pharma stocks fall after President Trump said he would sign an executive order aimed at lowering the cost of prescription drugs. Luke Vargas hosts.


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