The Intelligence from The Economist - Scapegoating: xenophobia in South Africa

Migrants have become a convenient scapegoat for South Africans frustrated by a slumping economy and rampant unemployment—and for the politicians who might otherwise take the blame. We take a look at the ever-sharper divisions in America’s abortion debate. And, why the improbably complex business of getting cabs in Beirut is preferred over disrupters like Uber. Additional audio courtesy of Soweton

The NewsWorthy - 9/11 Tribute, Special Election & iPhone 11 Details – Wednesday, September 11th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, September 11th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about a new law to help future generations understand what happened 18 years ago today, and why a special election in North Carolina was closely watched around the country.

Plus: details about the new iPhones, how much Apple TV+ will cost, and expect new tech at the drive-thru...

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

Today's episode is brought to you by Noom and MM LaFleur.

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Sources:

9/11 Anniversary: 911Memorial.org, CNN, History.com

Bolton Fired: ABC News, CNN, Fox News, NYT

NC Special Election: PBS, Reuters, NBC News, Vox

More Uninsured Americans: Washington Post, WSJ, Bloomberg

Apple Event Details: TechCrunch, The Verge, CNBC

Uber Job Cuts: NYT, USA Today

Seasonal Employees: USA Today, CNN

McDonald’s AI Drive Thru: Engadget, CNBC

Wendy’s Breakfast: MarketWatch, Business Insider

Workers + Teletherapy: CNBC, Huff Post

 

The Daily Signal - #543: A Former Abortionist Explains Her Change of Heart

For years, Dr. Kathi Aultman, an OB-GYN, performed abortions, believing she was helping women. Then, a trio of abortions she performed after having her first child left her unsettled--and put her on a different path. Now she is an advocate for giving medical care to abortion survivors, and an associate scholar at the Charlotte Lozier Institute.

We also cover these stories:

• National Security Adviser John Bolton is out at the White House.

• The NRA is suing San Francisco over labelling the group as a terrorist organization.

• The first gay credit union is set to open soon.

The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

Release date:

9 September 2019


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The Intelligence from The Economist - Things fall apart: Britain’s fading centre-right

Parliament is suspended for weeks. The Conservative party has been hollowed out. The prime minister’s hopes for an election have been dashed, twice. What does all this portend for the Tory party? And a special election in a solidly Republican district in North Carolina may shed light on President Donald Trump’s re-election chances. Also, a look at the unsung human superpower of language.

The NewsWorthy - NOAA Investigation, Apple Event & Wave to Pay – Tuesday, September 10th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, September 10th, 2019!

What to know today about a new investigation based on the president's tweet before Hurricane Dorian hit the U.S., and which airline had to cancel almost all of its flights today because of a pilot strike.

Plus: an investigation into Google, what to expect from Apple's new iPhone reveal, and how Amazon wants you to pay with just a wave of your hand.

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

Today's episode is brought to you by Care/of. Use code "newsworthy" for 25% off.

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Sources:

NOAA Investigation: Washington Post, NYT, NBC News, Axios

Capsized Ship Rescue: ABC News, AP, Washington Post

Brexit Update The Guardian, NYT, BBC, CBS News

British Airways Strike: Fox News, NPR

FDA Warning on Juul: WSJ, TechCrunch

Google Investigation: CBS News, Engadget, CNBC, AP

Apple Event: Cnet, The Verge, Time

VW Electric Car: TechCrunch, Cnet, Bloomberg, CNN

Amazon Job Fair: CNBC, Fortune, CBS News

Wave to Pay: Digital Trends, New York Post

The Daily Signal - #542: How the Obama Administration Made the Military More Politically Correct

During the Obama administration, political appointees, not military members, drove the agenda. James Hasson, who served in the military during President Barack Obama's presidency, talked to generals and other military leaders to get the inside scoop on what really happened in the military in the Obama era.

We also cover these stories:

• Border crossings are down, according to new government data.

• Almost all U.S. states have joined together to launch an antitrust probe into big tech companies.

• Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party suffered a major setback in a city-wide election in Moscow.

The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

Release date:

9 September 2019


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The Intelligence from The Economist - Tali-banned: Trump calls off Afghan peace talks

President Trump has abruptly cancelled talks with the Taliban in Afghanistan, raising fears of renewed internal strife. Wales dabbles in nationalism, and it could follow the Scottish push for separatism. Finally, could a deal finally be on the horizon in the US-China trade war? Our correspondent searches for answers in the well-stuffed secrets of Chinese upholstery.

The NewsWorthy - Taliban Talks Canceled, Dorian Aftermath & Missing Spacecraft – Monday, September 9th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, September 9th, 2019!

What to know today about President Trump's planned secret meeting and why it fell through, and where Hurricane Dorian hit after North Carolina.

Plus: sports drama, a missing spacecraft, and a wedding trend.

Those stories and more -- in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh and MyWallSt.com.

 Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

 

Sources:

Taliban Talks Canceled: Washington Post, AP, ABC New, NYT

Dorian Hits Canada: AP, Vox, The Weather Channel, CBS News

Dorian Aftermath in Bahamas: ABC News

Hong Kong Protests CNN, WSJ

Antonio Brown Switch: ESPN, Fox News

Women’s U.S. Open: CBC, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports

Men’s U.S. Open: ESPN, CBS Sports

India Lunar Landing: NPR, Space.com, Engadget

Fairphone 3: TechCrunch, The Verge

Weekend Box Office: AP

Mr. Rogers Movie Premiere:  USA Today

Wedding Loans: The Washington Post

The Daily Signal - #541: This 17-Year-Old Conservative Activist Is Described as “The Left’s Youngest Nightmare.”

On today's episode of The Daily Signal Podcast, we talk with CJ Pearson, a young conservative who has gained national attention for his activism.

Pearson has been conservative since 2nd-grade. Now a senior in high school, he is fighting back against left-wing progressive policies and working to educate young people on the power of free markets.


Also on today's episode:

• We play Heritage policy analyst Jonathan Butcher’s commentary on the need to protect free speech on college campuses

• We also read your letters to the editor. You can leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com.

• And we share a good news story about one little boy who used his birthday money to help victims of hurricane Dorian.


The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at dailysignal.com/podcasts.

Enjoy the show!


Release date:

6 September 2019


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The Intelligence from The Economist - Disunited Russia party? Moscow’s elections

This weekend’s vote will fill some fairly inconsequential city positions. But how it plays out will indicate the strength of a rapidly broadening, national movement against the ruling United Russia party. China has long been repressing the Muslim-minority Uighurs; worryingly, it’s now starting to squeeze the Huis, more dispersed followers of Islam. And, a well-intentioned anti-knife-crime push in Britain draws ire after targeting fried-chicken shops.