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In the end, President Donald Trump’s tariff threat did what he had hoped: Mexico has pledged to tighten immigration flows. But such weaponisation of tariffs bodes ill for the future. China’s “green Great Wall” of trees—a bid to halt desertification—may be doing more harm than good. And, we meet some of the Filipino sailors who keep the global shipping industry afloat.

The news to know for Monday, June 10th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about the televised hearings happening this week on Capitol Hill, the deal between U.S. and Mexico, and why so many people in Hong Kong are protesting.

Plus: a sort-of space hotel, Microsoft's announcements, and historic wins in both tennis and at the Tony Awards.

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. 

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

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Sources:

Mexico-U.S. Deal: NYT, AP, Politico, FOX News, The Hill

Mueller Report Hearings: AP, CNN, The Hill, ABC News

Hong Kong Protests: BBC, WSJ, NYT, USA Today

Southeast Flooding: The Weather Channel, USA Today

CA Heat Wave: NBC News, CNN

French Open History: USA Today, ESPN, Tennis Magazine

ISS Open for Biz: The Verge, TechCrunch, Business Insider

Comcast Fined: Engadget, Gizmodo

Microsoft Xbox: CNET, WSJ, The Verge

Tony Award Winners: People, NYT, ABC News

Box Office: Variety

 

On today’s podcast we feature an interview with Raheem Kassam, global editor-in-chief of Human Events. He explains why he relaunced the longtime conservative publication 75 years after its founding.Also on today’s show:• Heritage Foundation senior adviser and spokesperson Genevieve Wood’s commentary on the importance of marriage. “While on the surface this might not seem like an issue that you and I need to care about, the decline in marriage has a significant impact on each and every one of us—from the amount of taxes we pay to the level of crime in our neighborhoods,” she says.• We share letters to the editor from readers John Gullotti and Allen Miller. Your letter could be featured on our show; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.• A good news story about a high school senior who bravely proclaimed the gospel during his graduation speech. We play the audio that inspired the audience.The Daily Signal podcast is available on the Ricochet Audio Network. You also can listen on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review or give us feedback. Enjoy the show!

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President Donald Trump is claiming a big win with Mexico after the country agreed to send 6,000 troops to block migrants from crossing through. In return, Trump dropped his tariff threat. Ana Quintana of The Heritage Foundation joins us to analyze what happened. We also cover these stories:•House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, says the Justice Department is handing over more files from Mueller report.•The Supreme Court has rejected a challenge to a law requiring that gun silencers be registered.•Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his government would ban single-use plastics by 2021The 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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Today Theresa May stepped down as leader of the Conservative Party, and would-be replacements are already lining up. There’s little hope that any would be able to arrange an elegant exit from Europe. Also, we take a look at the astonishing range of ailments that could be treated by magic mushrooms.

The news to know for Friday, June 7th, 2019!

Today, what to know about negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico, and how a new rule will help fight those annoying robocalls.

Plus: why Spotify and the Obamas are teaming up, where you can take an 'Uber Copter,' and which awards show to watch this weekend.

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:

Tariff Talks: AP, WSJ, NYT, Bloomberg

West Point Crash: NPR, NBC News

NYPD Apology: Vox, AP, NPR

FCC Blocks Robocalls: CNN, Washington Post, USA Today

Women’s World Cup: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated

Stanley Cup: ESPN

Commercial Robots: Reuters

Uber Copter: Engadget, The Verge

Spotify + Obamas: The Verge, NBC News

Tony Awards: Rolling Stone, Billboard

Dog Stress: National Geographic, AP

 

European officials have threatened a substantial fine if Italy doesn’t shrink its debt and budget deficit. Whether or not it follows through, markets are already punishing the country. Tens of thousands of refugees have snuck into Canada from America, but as an election looms, the government is rethinking its openness. And, the plague of “presenteeism”: when your work is done, just go home.

The news to know for Thursday, June 6th, 2019!

Today, new info about migrants arrested at the border and what Congress is doing now, and big changes to how veterans can get healthcare.

Plus: the changes coming to college basketball, Amazon's newest delivery drone, and Rihanna's milestone.

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 child internet stars with digital anthropologist Crystal Abidin. She shares how young online celebrities aren't protected by the same laws and rules created for children in Hollywood.

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

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Sources: 

More Migrants: ABC News, Washington Post, NYT, CNBC

Research Restrictions: NPR, WaPo, NYT, NBC News

Veteran Health Care: USA Today, NYT

75 Years Since D-Day: CBS News, AP, ABC News

NCAA 3-Point Line: CBS Sports, USA Today

YouTube Removes Videos: Reuters, Vox, The HIll

Amazon Delivery Drone: Bloomberg, The Verge

Uber Eats: TechCrunch, The Verge

Netflix New Feature: Business Insider, The Verge, TechCrunch

Rihanna Richest Female Singer: Forbes, NYT Style

Nearly two months after staging a coup, military leaders have brutally cracked down on protesters in Sudan. Talks with the opposition have fallen apart—as have hopes for a resurgent Sudanese democracy. We examine the rise in gun violence in Latin America and how much of it can be pinned on American-made weapons. And, a look at the striking effects of a striker: how one footballer’s image is reducing Islamophobia in Liverpool.

The news to know for Wednesday, June 5th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about why you may be surprised to hear who's against President Trump's plan for more tariffs, and what to know about the new travel restrictions that go into effect today.

Plus: get ready for yoga at CVS drugstores, the future of furniture and Spotify's new app.

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. 

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

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Sources:

Mexico Tariffs Battle: Washington Post, CNBC, WSJ

Deputy Arrested in Parkland: Reuters, CNN, NYT

Virginia Gun Control: AP, Washington Post, NPR

Restricted Cuba Travel: ABC News, NYT, Washington Post

19th Amendment Anniversary: CBS News, VOA

CVS Health Hubs: CNBC, Reuters

Cat Declawing in NY: US News, AP

Ikea Robotic Furniture: The Verge, TechCrunch

Bird Cruiser: Engadget, Gizmodo

Spotify Stations: Engadget, The Verge