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News & Current Affairs
Listening guides that add context to current events and public affairs.
ICC Chief Prosecutor Dismissed Over Sexual Misconduct Claims
ICC member states remove Karim Khan over sexual abuse allegations. Also: Ukraine missile attack, European wildfires, and Canada-US tensions.
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Luke Rudkowski on AI Surveillance and Media Chaos | DSH #2078
Luke Rudkowski discusses AI surveillance, media manipulation, and the collapse of institutional trust in this Digital Social Hour episode.
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Houthis Target Saudi Oil; Trump Threatens Military Response
Houthis hit Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, raising prices. President Trump threatens military punishment. Also: protests in Hong Kong and Albania.
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Iran War Update: Expert Predicts 70% Chance of US Troops This Week
Robert Pape explains why the Iran war is worsening, the failure of US bombing campaigns, and the high probability of US ground troops deploying this week.
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Zelensky Sacks Ukraine's Army Chief: Global News Podcast
Zelensky fires Ukraine's army chief Syrskyi. Also: France bans social media for under-15s; Iran school report; Venezuela updates.
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China's AI Threat, SpaceX's Plunge, and Trump's Truth Social Grift
Explore China's new AI model, SpaceX stock trends, Netflix earnings, and the latest on Trump's Truth Social platform in this Pivot episode.
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Iran War Update: Ceasefire Collapse and US Strikes
Analysis of the collapsed Iran ceasefire, US air campaign limits, and strategic shifts toward the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear realities.
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Did Scientists Find the First Baby Great White Shark?
Explore the scientific mystery behind the first potential baby great white shark sighting and the debate among marine biologists.
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Trump Drops Hormuz Fee Threat; US News Roundup
Donald Trump scraps the 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz cargo, replacing it with trade deals. Also: ICE halts vehicle stops, record heatwave, and US bank profits.
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ICE Officer Kills Colombian Man in Maine: Protests and Context
Locals in Maine protest after a 26-year-old Colombian man was shot dead by ICE. It was the second fatal shooting by US immigration officers in less than a week.
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What Stays When the Postcard Fades? China Travel & Tech
Young Chinese travelers prioritize human connections over sights. New 'bestie screen' tech reshapes content consumption in China.
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Oil Nears $100 as Trump Considers Expanding Iran Conflict
Oil rises on Houthi attacks and US troop surge. Tech stocks tumble as cash flow turns negative. FDA investigates cyclospora outbreak.
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US Signs Landmark Nuclear Pact with Saudi Arabia
Trump approves a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. Israel and US lawmakers warn it could enable Saudi nuclear weapons, while the US cites safety standards.
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Houthis Threaten Saudi Oil Blockade Amid US-Iran War
Houthis seek to broaden US-Iran war impact by blockading Red Sea ports and threatening an embargo on Saudi Arabia, compounding global oil supply turmoil.
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War Update: Military Insider's Prediction on US Unpreparedness
Former Royal Navy commander Steve Jermy predicts a major war with Russia and reveals how unprepared America truly is, arguing the West will lose badly.
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China's Influence in Singapore and AI Productivity Myths
Economist Donald Low analyzes China's cultural influence in Singapore, viral TikTok propaganda, and the potential for AI-induced de-skilling.
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Trump Honors Fallen Troops; Hegseth Faces Scrutiny
President Trump visits Dover Air Force Base as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces bipartisan questioning on war costs, while Arizona primary results set up a…
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Italian Officials Found Guilty Over Deadly Bridge Collapse
Former Autostrade CEO Giovanni Castellucci receives a 12-year sentence for the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse that killed 43 people.
Read & listen →Saudi Oil Tankers, Trump Tariffs, Wisconsin Shooting
NPR's Up First covers Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers, new Trump tariffs on 59 countries, and a police shooting in Wisconsin involving Corey Ruiz.
Read & listen →The LEGO Scandal That Broke The Internet | DSH #2063
Reckless Ben updates on the viral LEGO investigation, lawsuits, RICO charges, and police footage that sparked an internet-wide legal battle.
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US Military Launches Seventh Night of Iran Strikes
US military strikes Iran; Iran targets US bases in the region. Also: US voter roll checks, migrant crises in South Africa, and Garfield Sobers' death.
Read & listen →FDA Vote Increases Access to Peptides in the U.S.
An FDA committee voted to increase access to six of seven peptides. WSJ reporter Alex Janin discusses the implications for consumers and the market.
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Erin Brockovich on AI Data Centers and Water Supply
Erin Brockovich discusses the impact of AI data centers on water resources and leads a nationwide initiative to track development.
Read & listen →PM Wong's Cabinet Shocks & AI Banner Blunder
Explore PM Wong's cabinet reshuffle, including promotions for Jeffrey Siow and David Neo, and the controversy over a botched AI National Day banner.
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