The Intelligence from The Economist - Ibiza remix: Austria and the European fringe

As a scandal involving Austria’s hard-right Freedom party causes the government to unravel, we examine the fringe parties of Europe and their chances in this week’s European election. As tech billionaires continue to indulge their obsession with space travel, we look at the sketchy economics of moving off-world. And, a stark warning for lovers of avocados: supply concerns make it a volatile brunch choice.

The NewsWorthy - New Calls to Impeach, Self-Driving USPS Trucks & ‘New Coke’ – Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019!

Today, we're talking about why there are new calls for impeachment and why dozens of lawsuits were filed against one of the best known companies in the world…

Plus: the U.S. Postal Service plans to use a new kind of tech, and why Coca-Cola is teaming up with Netflix…

 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:

Calls for Impeachment: CNN, AP, NBC News, WSJ VOX, NYT, AP

Tax Returns Memo: The Washington Post

Plastic Trash Research: NBC News, Yahoo! News

McDonald’s “Time’s Up”: Reuters, Vox

NBA Finals: Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports

Stanley Cup Final: NHL, CBS Sports

Comcast Home Sensor: CNBC, Engadget

USPS Self-Driving Trucks: Reuters, USA Today

New Chevy Feature: The Verge, CNET

Urban Outfitters Rentals: WSJ, BusinessInsider

'New Coke' is Back: USA Today, Variety

 

The Daily Signal - #467: The Surrogacy Risks the Media Won’t Cover

Surrogacy is touted by some celebrities, including Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West, who have had two children via surrogates. But is it as safe as the media coverage suggests? Jennifer Lahl of the Center for Bioethics and Culture breaks down the medical risks the procedure has, as well as some of the legal and personal consequences surrogacy and egg donation have had for some. We also cover these stories:•President Trump is done with dealing with Democrats, after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggests a "cover-up."•Attorney General William Barr is fed-up with courts issuing nationwide injunctions on Trump administration policies.•A investigation failed to determine whether Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam wore blackface or donned KKK garb in his yearbook photo. 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 NewsWorthy - Subpoena Battles, 5G Race & AI Fights Cancer – Tuesday, May 21st, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 21st, 2019!

Today, we're talking about the White House winning one subpoena fight today but losing another.

Plus: a ban on a major Chinese company, how AI could help fight cancer, and yes, another mistake on the most popular HBO show ever...

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:

McGahn Testimony: ABC News, CNN, AP

Financial Records: CNBC, Washington Post, The Hill, WSJ

Google & Huawei: AP, CNN, Bloomberg

T-Mobile/Sprint Merger: CNBC, WSJ, The Verge

AI Spots Lung Cancer: Engadget, NYT

Ford Job Cuts: NBC News, WSJ

Little Caesars Impossible Pizza: The Verge, Fox Business

Game of Thrones Water Bottles: Gizmodo, USA Today, Variety, Business Insider

The Daily Signal - #465: This Congresswoman Warns High Schoolers About Socialism

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., joins The Daily Signal to discuss the disconnect between her constituents in Washington state and Washington, D.C. Plus, she speaks about her efforts to reach out to high schoolers, social media, and the booming economy. We also cover these stories in the podcast:•U.S.-Iran tensions continue to simmer.•Ford announces it's slashing 7,000 jobs.•State officials in Colorado and Maryland are banning government employees from traveling to Alabama for work purposes.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 - Battle for legitimacy: Afghanistan v the Taliban

After 18 years and almost a trillion dollars to fight the Taliban, Afghanistan’s government still struggles for legitimacy; we ask why. A list of the world’s ultra-rich reveals a disproportionate number of self-made female billionaires from China—but the trend isn’t set to continue. And we examine why presidential libraries are so controversial, and why Barack Obama’s is no exception.

The NewsWorthy - Iran Warning, Surprise Gift to Grads & RIP Grumpy Cat – Monday, May 20th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, May 20th, 2019!

Today, we're talking about the first Republican lawmaker to say this one thing, and what a famous self-help guru is now accused of...

Plus: a billionaire's big surprise to graduating students, Spotify's new plan for your car, and Grumpy Cat remembered...

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:

More Severe Weather: AccuWeather, ABC News, The Weather Channel, USA Today

Iran Threat: BBC, CBS News, AP, Fox News

A Republican First: NBC News, CNN, Washington Post, The Hill

Trump Lifts Tariffs: AP, NPR, Fortune

Tony Robbins Accused: BuzzFeed News, NBC News

Ohio State Report: AP, USA Today

Billionaire Pays Student Loans: AP, CNN

PGA Championship Winner: CBS Sports, ESPN, YAHOO! Sports

Spotify Smart Assistant: Techradar, Engadget, The Verge

Grumpy Cat Dies: Washington Post, TIME

GoT Series Finale: Workforce Institute, TechCrunch

Weekend Box Office: Variety, USA Today

The Daily Signal - #464: Carly Fiorina’s Advice for Unlocking Your Highest Potential

On today's show, we are featuring an interview with former presidential candidate Carly Fiorina on her new book, "Find Your Way," and her popular leadership podcast, "By Example." Find out how to unlock your highest potential.Also on the show:• Genevieve Wood has a commentary on the state of religious freedom in America and why it's so important to protect. • We share your letters to the editor. You can leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. • Virginia Allen reports on an encouraging story about the strength of the pro-life movement.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. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #466: Segregation Is Back, and It’s Coming From the Left

Integration used to be a major goal of the civil rights movement. But today, in many places, resegregation is the growing trend -- particularly on college campuses. A new National Association of Scholars report finds that 7 out of 10 colleges surveyed are having separate graduations for those of certain racial or ethnic backgrounds. Dion Pierre of the National Association of Scholars joins us to discuss. We also cover these stories:•President Trump is expected to tap Ken Cuccinelli for a top immigration job. •According to a new Gallup poll, 4 in 10 Americans embrace some form of socialism.•Alabama's public television network refuses to air children's TV show episode featuring same-sex wedding. 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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