Month: June 2025

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The Intelligence from The Economist - Lone raider: Israel bombs Iran

After Israel launches an all-out assault on Iran without clear US backing, our correspondent explains how the conflict could escalate. The Trump administration has reduced America’s readiness for hurricane season. And what FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup will mean for football.


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Headlines From The Times - Fear, Power, and Driverless Cars in the Battle Over Truth in LA

Viral claims of ICE raids at school graduations and hotels in Los Angeles have been widely debunked, as officials push back against a wave of fear-fueled misinformation. In the courtroom, a federal judge is questioning Trump’s deployment of the National Guard in California, raising concerns about executive overreach and state authority. And in Austin, Tesla’s first fully driverless robotaxi signals a leap toward an autonomous, AI-powered future reflecting a nation navigating power struggles, blurred lines between fact and fiction, and the accelerating pace of technological change.

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Marketplace All-in-One - Is Apple out of ideas?

Today on “Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review,” we're looking at Apple's latest software and operating system updates. Also, there's a tentative labor deal between video game actors and studios. And we'll remember legendary Apple software engineer Bill Atkinson, who died at the age of 74.


We begin with Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference which came and went this week with some mixed reactions.


Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Anita Ramaswamy, columnist for The Information, to get her take on this year’s WWDC.



Tech Bytes for June 13


More on everything we talked about


“Apple fails to clear a low bar on AI” - from The Wall Street Journal


“Apple underwhelms at WWDC with incremental AI changes, new software name and ‘liquid glass’ design” - from The Associated Press


”Video game performers on strike for almost a year over AI issues reach a tentative deal” - from The Associated Press


“Videogame voice actors strike 'suspended' following agreement with game companies: 'All SAG-AFTRA members are instructed to return to work’” - from PC Gamer


“Bill Atkinson, Macintosh Pioneer and Inventor of Hypercard, Dies at 74” - from WIRED


“Bill Atkinson, who made computers easier to use, is dead at 74” - from The New York Times

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The Daily - Israel’s Massive Attack on Iran — and Why Tomorrow’s Military Parade Is So Fraught

Tomorrow night, for the first time in decades, the United States military will put its unrivaled might on display in a parade through downtown Washington D.C.

Helene Cooper, who covers national security for The Times, explains how President Trump overcame years of opposition from inside the military to get the parade and why its timing has become so fraught.

David E. Sanger, who covers the White House and national security, gives an update on Israel’s attack on Iran and what it is likely to mean for the region.

Guest:

  • Helene Cooper, who covers national security issues for The New York Times.
  • David E. Sanger, the White House and National Security Correspondent for The New York Times.

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Money Girl - Do I Need Personal Articles Policy (PAP) Insurance?

Laura answers a listener's question about protecting valuable personal property not fully covered by homeowners or condo insurance.

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The Daily Detail - The Daily Detail for 6.13.25

Alabama

  • WaPo reports that FBI training center could be moved from VA to AL
  • Sen. Britt pushes for efficient and enviro-friendly dredging of Mobile Bay
  • State senator Jack Williams to run for office of Agriculture Commissioner 
  • AG Marshall joins legal brief in support of Trump & National Guard in CA
  • Immigration groups in AL set up hotline to forewarn any ICE activity
  • Sen. Tuberville calls for peaceful protests in AL this weekend

National

  • US House passes recession bill that claws back $9.4B in federal funds
  • Trump signs resolution that rejects CA's EV mandate to eliminate gas vehicles
  • Dr. Phil says ICE arrests in LA were not random roundups, part of federal case
  • 3 Dem Governors grilled in House for sanctuary policies and criminal illegals
  • Part 3 of NYPD Michael McMahon's case and fight for justice from a weaponized FBI

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Unexpected Elements - Defuse and diffuse

World War II bombs were defused in Cologne, Germany, which has inspired us to explore the science of diffusion and defusing!

First, we hear how new, artificially intelligent video generators are modelled on diffusion. We also hear about the health impacts of home aroma diffusers and candles.

We’re joined by conflict-mediator Gabrielle Rifkind of the Oxford Process, to discuss the psychological stakes behind defusing conflict in wars and at home.

We also taste-test the difference between raw and cooked broccoli, learn about in-insect synthesis, and explore an anechoic chamber.

All that, plus many more Unexpected Elements. Presenter: Caroline Steel, with Tristan Ahtone and Edd Gent Producer: Imaan Moin, with Alice Lipscombe-Southwell, Minnie Harrop and Debbie Kilbride