The Intelligence from The Economist - Poll reposition: Macri fights back

President Mauricio Macri’s thumping presidential-primary loss in Argentina left the markets fearing a left-wing resurgence. To win over voters, he’s announced a relaxation of some austerity measures. Will it be enough? In the Arctic, wildfires are rampant—and they’ll amplify the very temperature rises that caused them. And, a look at the unlikely rise of Gulf-state book fairs.

The NewsWorthy - Recession Worries, Robocalls Tool & Explaining Esports – Thursday, August 15th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, August 15th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about the stock market drop, and why some experts say a recession could be coming.

Plus: a breakthrough treatment for TB, what happened in space that has scientists stumped, and the latest way companies are working to fight those annoying robocalls.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're explaining the billion dollar industry of esports (aka professional video gaming) and talking about how it's now in colleges and high schools.

Today's episode is brought to you by Blinkist.

 

Read more: 

Stock Market Down: WSJ, Washington Post, CNN, AP

Philadelphia Shoot-Out: Fox News, CNN

Epstein Investigation: NYT, NPR, CNN

TB Treatment Approved: Reuters, Washington Post

Black Hole Lights Up: CBS News, USA Today -- 

Amazon Facial Recognition: Engadget, Cnet, NBC News 

 WeWork IPO: TechCrunch

Robocalls System: Cnet, Engagdet

Jay-Z and NFL: NYT, WSJ, NFL

 

The Intelligence from The Economist - Let’s not make a deal: Brexit

Talk grows ever-louder of Britain exiting the European Union without a divorce agreement. Most parliamentarians would rather avoid that—but can they do anything to stop it? We join a Ukrainian military exercise as the country seeks to beef up defences that were nearly wiped out by Russia’s annexation of Crimea. And, China’s tech companies train their sights on the tech-savvy elderly. Additional audio: "English Dawn Chorus, Rural, late spring" by odilonmarcenaro at Freesound.org and “Puzzle Pieces” by Lee Rosevere.

The NewsWorthy - Tariffs Delayed, Airport Protests & Spectacles 3 – Wednesday, August 14th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, August 14th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about a major change in the U.S.-China trade war, and what happened with a major media merger.

Plus: new AR sunglasses from the company behind Snapchat, the future of bottled water, and how much time is best to take off work.

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 your first order.

  

Read More:

Tariffs Delayed: CBS News, CNBC, WSJ, AP

Hong Kong Airport Protest: CNN, NBC News, Vox

Placido Domingo Allegations: NYT, BBC, AP

CBS & Viacom Merger: CNBC, WSJ, The Verge 

Snap AR Glasses: The Verge, Engadget, CNBC

Apple’s New Student ID: 9to5Mac,, TechCrunch, Apple

Dominos E-Bike Delivery: TechCrunch, Engadget

Dasani Water Cans: Bloomberg, CNN, TechCrunch

 

The Daily Signal - #525: Protests Escalate in Hong Kong

Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong are intensifying, with the city’s main airport getting shut down. The big question: Will Beijing get involved? In today's episode, we discuss that and more with Mike Gonzalez, a senior fellow at The Heritage Foundation. Plus: Miley Cyrus is getting a divorce, and her rationale doesn’t reflect too well on her—or her generation. We discuss.We also cover these stories:-Warden at Jeffrey Epstein's prison gets reassigned in wake of suicide.-States sue President Trump over the repeal of Obama-era power plant rules.-U.S. delays some tariffs on China.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!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Daily Signal - #526: 2 California Moms Sound Alarm About Lewd Sex Ed Coming to Schools

In California, thanks to the passage of a new law, there is now what’s called “comprehensive sex ed” -- and it’s extremely unpleasant stuff. Today, we’ll speak to two parents from Rocklin, California who are leading parent opposition in their community to what they consider obscene and pornographic curriculum. They’ll explain the concerning details about content that could soon reach more classrooms across America. We also cover these stories:•The Dow Jones plunged over 700 points Wednesday after the bond market sent a recession warning.•The Labor Department is proposing a rule to safeguard religious freedoms of companies contracting with the federal government. •Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler discusses ongoing case of the assault against journalist Andy Ngo. 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.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Intelligence from The Economist - Sex cells: the modern fertility business

Companies are rushing to fill new niches for would-be parents: in vitro fertilisation extras, swish egg-harvesting “studios” and apps to track reproductive health. But some companies promise more than science can deliver. The worrying flare-up of piracy off west Africa presents new challenges and unmitigated risks to sailors. And, lessons learned from a shooting simulator for police.

The NewsWorthy - Legal Immigration Rule, Ebola Cure? & Tumblr Sold – Tuesday, August 13th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, August 13th, 2019!

What to know today about new rules impacting legal immigrants, and we're talking about a potential cure for Ebola.

Plus: what's next for Tumblr, Twitter and Apple TV+...

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.

 

Read More:

Green Card Rule Change: Washington Post, WSJ, ABC News

Endangered Species Act: PBS, NYT, USA Today

Hong Kong Airport Protests: WSJ, NBC News, CNN

Ebola Cure?: AP, The Guardian, Bloomberg

Tumblr Sold: WSJ, Axios, CNBC

Twitter Conversations: The Verge

Nike Subscription: Engadget, Business Insider

Apple Teaser: Variety, Deadline

 

The Daily Signal - #528: Baltimore’s Streets Are Cleaner Because of This Conservative Activist

On today's episode of The Daily Signal Podcast, we talk with conservative activist Scott Presler about his recent work to cleanup the city of Baltimore.When President Trump tweeted that Baltimore was “a disgusting rat and rodent-infested mess,” Americans erupted with the usual torrent of opinions. Presler, however, was determined to do something about it. He organized a cleanup day in the city to pickup trash. It went so well that he has scheduled another one for Sept. 9. Also on today's episode, we look ahead to next year’s elections and something few are talking about today: the integrity of America’s system of voting. Unfortunately, there are no shortage of challenges. Heritage Foundation legal expert Hans von Spakovsky speaks to why it’s so important to stop the Left from corrupting America’s electoral integrity. We also read your letters to the editor, and share a good news story about one little boy’s love of the American flag. 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!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Intelligence from The Economist - Raid in Aden: Yemen’s fragmented conflict

Over the weekend, armed rebels overran Aden, the seat of Yemen’s internationally recognised government. They had defected from a loose, Saudi-backed coalition that looks increasingly shaky. The gaming business is huge, but isn’t yet part of the streaming revolution seen in films and music; who will become the Netflix of gaming? And, an update to a 1970s book on sexuality reveals much about modern female desire, and how it’s perceived.


Additional music by Rymdkraft and Kuesa.