The Intelligence from The Economist - Fight if you Haftar: the struggle for Libya

Life in Libya’s capital seems calm, even as a warlord backed by ragtag forces bids to take the city. Meanwhile the putative government can muster little political power—or electric power. We examine a miracle in Moldova: after years as a swamp of post-Soviet corruption, an anti-graft campaigner has become prime minister. And, historical data reveal the overlooked power of primary debates.


The NewsWorthy - #DemDebate, Google Auto-Delete & The Office – Thursday, June 27th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 27th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about round one of the Democratic debate and what to expect in round 2 tonight, why an online furniture company is facing backlash, and a little good news from some new CDC data.

Plus: the new tools giving you more control on both Google and YouTube and when The Office will be taken off Netflix.

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 talking about SLEEP, including the impact (and new medical term) from those popular wearable sleep trackers. Dr. Sabra Abbott from Northwestern University helps break it down.

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

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Sources: 

Democratic Debate: NBC News, AP, ABC News, LA Times, FOX News

Humanitarian Aid Bills: NYT, NBC News, CNN, Axios

Wayfair Boycott: CNBC, NPR, CBS News

Overdose Deaths Down: ABC News, WSJ

Europe Heat Wave: The Weather Channel, USA Today

US Weather: Accuweather

First Tropical Storm: The Weather Channel

Google Auto-Delete: Engadget, The Verge

Youtube Video Options: TechCrunch, Bloomberg

Selfie Cam Hidden: CNN, Gizmodo

Target’s Deal Day: Fox Business, MarketWatch, CNBC

The Office Off Netflix: Vox, USA Today

 

The Intelligence from The Economist - Rights on Q: same-sex marriage in Japan

A bill to recognise same-sex marriage has failed in Japan’s parliament, exposing a widening divide between the views of its politicians and the values of its people. For some officials, Burundi’s election tax is an excuse for extortion; for some citizens, a reason to flee the country. And, why you should be circumspect about that next promotion opportunity.

The NewsWorthy - 1st Democratic Debate, E-Cig Ban & Airbnb Luxe – Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 26th, 2019!

There's a lot to talk about today, including when to expect Robert Mueller to publicly testify, bad conditions and humanitarian aid for migrants at the border, and the first presidential primary debate for 2020.

Plus: the first city to ban e-cigarettes, more 5G on its way, and a new version of Airbnb.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

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

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Sources:

Mueller To Testify: WSJ, FOX News, Politico, The Hill

Humanitarian Aid: The Washington Post, NYT, AP

Border Official Steps Down: AP, Axios, NYT

New White House Press Secretary: CBS News, The Hill, CNN, Vox

First Democratic Debate: NPR, FOX News, CNN, AP, Fortune

Illinois Legalizes Marijuana: Vox, USA Today, Fox News 

San Francisco E Cig Ban: CBS News, CNBC, Bloomberg & NPR

FTC Robocall Crackdown: CNET, TechCrunch, Engadget

T-Mobile 5G Phone Launch: The Verge, Fortune, Engadget

Airbnb Luxe: USA Today, CNET

Olympic Break Dancing: ESPN, BBC Sports

 

The Daily Signal - #493: As Tensions Between Iran and US Rise, What You Need to Know

Today Daniel Davis sits down with The Heritage Foundation's Jim Phillips, an expert in Middle Eastern affairs, to discuss what’s going on with Iran. Is war on the horizon? Why is Iran suddenly so aggressive? And what’s driving the conflict? We also cover these stories:•The Supreme Court hands down a major decision on gerrymandering.•Twitter takes a step that could affect President Trump's presence on the platform.•Oregon GOP lawmakers aren't showing up to work--because they're trying to block a cap-and-trade bill. 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!

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The Intelligence from The Economist - Money in the West Bank: Kushner’s peace plan

Tensions between Iran and America are distracting from Jared Kushner’s long-awaited Israeli-Palestinian peace plan. It’s got plenty of dollar signs, but no sign yet of a political solution. We ask why Argentina’s former president is now running for vice-president, and whether Argentines will want more of her populism. And, be careful what you tweet if you’re heading to America; more and more, border officials are watching.

The NewsWorthy - New Sanctions, Healthcare Costs & Apple’s iOS 13 – Tuesday, June 25th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 25th, 2019!

What to know about new sanctions against Iran and a new rule that could change the entire U.S. healthcare system.

Plus: Apple's latest update (and a warning about it), when to expect Amazon Prime Day deals, and the first discovery of its kind in U.S. waters...

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

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

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Sources:

Iran Sanctions: Fox News, NYT, Washington Post

Healthcare Executive Order: NPR, WSJ, CBS News

Accusation Against Trump: NYT, NY Mag, The Hill, CNBC, CNN

Europe Heat Wave: The Weather Channel, Guardian, Accuweather

2026 Winter Olympics: NBC News, ESPN

SpaceX Launch: TechCrunch, Business Insider

Apple New Software: CNBC, TechCrunch, The Verge

Amazon Prime Day: TechCrunch

Warner Bros New CEO: The Verge, WSJ

Squid Video: USA Today, CBS News

 

The Daily Signal - #491: Reps. Dan Crenshaw, Mike Johnson Share How They Want to Tackle Border Crisis

Republican Study Committee chairman Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., and Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, join us to share their thoughts on immigration, socialism, bipartisanship and more.We also cover these stories on the podcast:•President Trump sends a sharp warning to Iran.•A British court overrules an earlier ruling requiring a mentally disabled woman to have an abortion.•Illinois becomes the eleventh state to legalize recreational use of marijuana.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!

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The Daily Signal - #492: Rep. Paul Gosar, a Dentist Turned Lawmaker, on Health Care Reform

Health care reform isn’t moving in Congress, but for Americans overall, it still registers as a top issue. Rep. Paul Gosar, a former dentist whose time in the practice has given him unique insights into health care reform, joins the podcast to discuss. Plus: A US soccer player won’t visit the White House, and a waiter spits on Eric Trump. What does it all say about our politics? We also cover these stories:•House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler says he expects Robert Mueller to have “a profound impact” when he testifies before Congress on July 17. •Iran’s supreme leader, the Ayatollah Khamenei, vowed to resist the U.S. in the wake of new sanctions targeting him and other senior Iranian officials.•Clint Eastwood will make a move in Georgia this summer, despite Hollywood's cries to boycott the state over its pro-life law.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!

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The Intelligence from The Economist - Lover or Leaver? How Brexit divided Britons

Exactly three years after the referendum result, it’s clear: Brexit has driven Britain a bit batty. We look into the grand societal divides that the vote exposed. In Istanbul, a repeat mayoral election reaches the same result: the ruling party lost. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan no longer seems so invincible. And, in Kenya, an “Uber for ambulances” saves time and lives.