South Africa is to reopen an inquest into the death of anti-apartheid figure Steve Biko, who died in police custody. It will officially be registered in court on the anniversary of Biko's death, the 12th of September, almost 50 years ago. We hear reaction from Biko's friend and fellow anti- apartheid campaigner, Saths Cooper. We also remember the legacy Steve Biko left behind.
Also, are Islamist militants targeting civilians in Niger?
And we meet the Nigerian poet who is the UN's first Global Advocate for Peace.
Presenter: Audrey Brown
Producers: Sunita Nahar, Yvette Twagiramariya and Patricia Whitehorne in London.
Technical Producer: Pat Sissons
Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp
Editors: Maryam Abdalla, Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
Plus: Cox Automotive says initial estimates show EV sales in the U.S. hit a record last month. And Vista Equity Partners backs U.K. tech company Joblogic. Julie Chang hosts.
Just as coronavirus infections are on the rise, federal authorities are throwing confusing recommendations about vaccinations into the mix. Many people are wondering whether they are eligible for a COVID shot, where to get one, and whether it’s covered by insurance. The answer, at least partly, depends on whether your state or tribe is filling in gaps opening up following the federal Food and Drug Administration abruptly changing its view of who should get the shot, drawing criticism and even defiance by established medial groups.
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Janet Johnson (Nambe and Santa Clara Pueblos and Mandan-Hidatsa), tribal liaison for the New Mexico Department of Health
Dr. Beth Harp (Cherokee), executive medical director for Cherokee Nation Health Services
Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for the New Mexico Department of Health
Here is a statement from the U.S. Health and Human Services press secretary in response to a request for their participation in today’s show:
“Under the leadership of Secretary Kennedy, HHS is returning focus to the doctor-patient relationship. The Department encourages individuals to talk with their healthcare provider about any personal medical decision, including vaccines.
To be clear, HHS is not limiting vaccines. The COVID-19 vaccine remains available to anyone who chooses it in consultation with their healthcare provider. The FDA approved four COVID-19 vaccines with 2025-2026 formulas under the traditional approval processes. All four approved vaccines provide important protection against COVID-19. The specific vaccine you may choose to receive may depend on various factors. Consult with your healthcare provider about which vaccine is most appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Approved COVID-19 vaccines are available through healthcare providers, pharmacies, and other vaccination sites. Contact your healthcare provider or check local health department websites for vaccination locations and availability.
The Census Bureau finds that the gap between what women and men earned in 2024 widened. Typical wages for men increased 3.7%, but stayed flat for women. Also on this morning's program: An internal watchdog at the Labor Department has launched a probe into how the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics collects and reports economic data. Plus, new data found that foreclosure activity is up 18%. How worried should we be?
This week, Congress returns to looming shutdowns and a “pocket-rescission” power grab. Abroad, President Trump pushes “America First” by rebranding the Pentagon as the Department of War—and launching an airstrike on a Venezuelan cartel boat. Our panel asks what all this says about America’s fiscal sanity and its foreign-policy compass.
Featuring Ryan Bourne, Gene Healy, Adam Michel, & Brandan Buck
Manhunt under way for the killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. President Trump eulogizes Kirk. Colorado school shooting. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has those stories and more on the World News Roundup podcast.
Minnesota State Senator Omar Fateh made headlines in July after winning the state Democratic Party's endorsement for mayor of Minneapolis as a DSA-backed, millennial Muslim going up against an establishment-backed incumbent. It was giving big Mandani energy until that incumbent, Jacob Frey, challenged the result and got the endorsement revoked. Now, with less than two months until Election Day, Fateh joins Bad Faith to discuss comparisons to Zohran, why Frey has lost the confidence of the party, how DSA candidates can remain accountable to the organization, and how to handle the corporate media's attacks on the defund movement -- especially as a candidate running in the city where George Floyd was killed.
From the BBC World Service: Pharmaceutical giant Merck has scrapped plans worth more than $1 billion to expand its operations in the United Kingdom, blaming a lack of government support. It's the latest pharmaceutical company to curb investments there. Also, Mexico plans to slap tariffs of up to 50% on cars from China and other Asian countries. And, there's a warning from the World Health Organization that workers worldwide need better protection from extreme heat.
A.M. Edition for Sept. 11. The hunt for Conservative political activist Charlie Kirk’s shooter is underway with no one currently in custody. WSJ editor Aaron Zitner, who interviewed Kirk late last year, reflects on Kirk’s outsize influence on the Republican party and how growing animosity between the parties may be fueling political violence in the U.S. Plus, top Trump advisor Stephen Miran moves one step closer to joining the Fed. And, oil giant Saudi Arabia bets that sunshine can transform its economy as it builds some of the world’s biggest solar farms. Caitlin McCabe hosts.
Plus: Mexico announces plans to raise tariffs on imports of key goods from countries with which it doesn’t have an existing trade agreement. And, one of President Trump’s top advisors moves one step closer to joining the Federal Reserve. Kate Bullivant hosts.
