Author: WNYC
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Pelosi claims some protesters calling for Gaza cease-fire are linked to Russia
U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said she believes that some protesters demanding a Gaza cease-fire may be backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Pelosi is pictured in conversation at The 92nd Street Y on Oct. 16, 2023, in New York. Andy Kropa/Invision/AP Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., on Sunday suggested that some protesters calling for a…
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Non-religious Americans seek community
A new study shows nearly one-third of Americans have no religious affiliation. Some secular organizations are trying to create the community of church — without the religion. SCOTT DETROW, HOST: People with no religious affiliation now make up nearly a third of the U.S. That’s according to the latest data from the Pew Research Center…
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Drug-fueled organized crime in Ecuador, reaches new levels
Organized drug gangs are threatening to consume Ecuador in some of the worst violence seen in years. How did it get this bad and what are the governments options? SCOTT DETROW, HOST: In Ecuador, thousands of gang members have been arrested since the government declared a war against criminal groups over three weeks ago. All…
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The history of Hezbollah
NPR’s Scott Detrow speaks with Randa Slim, senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, about the history of Hezbollah, and the groups their current role Lebanon and the region. SCOTT DETROW, HOST: As the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza continues, there has been growing concern about it spiraling out into a much broader…
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What a Trump’s economic agenda could look like if he’s re-elected
SCOTT DETROW, HOST: Throughout his time in the White House, former President Donald Trump loved to brag about how much, according to him, he was doing for the economy. (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) DONALD TRUMP: From the instant I took office, I moved rapidly to revive the U.S. economy, slashing a record number of job-killing…
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Drone attack on the Jordanian / Syrian border kills three US soldiers
President Biden blames Iran-backed militants and vows revenge. Also on the programme: the latest high level negotiations over a pause in the Gaza fighting in return for a hostage release. What does it mean that the CIA chief is in the room? And, after decades as American Football’s punchline, will the Detroit Lions at last…
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BBC World Service – Newshour, Will UNRWA donors continue funding it?
UN chief warns of threat to Gaza aid delivery. Show more The head of the United Nations has warned that critical aid for more than two million people is under threat, unless countries resume funding the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. Nine countries have paused their financial support following allegations that several staff were involved…
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The megalodon maybe wasn’t so mega, research suggests
The megalodon went extinct 3.6 million years ago and is thought to be the largest shark that ever swam the Earth — until now. (Story first aired on All Things Considered on January 23m 2023.) AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: The megalodon went extinct 3.6 million years ago. It’s thought to be the largest shark that ever…
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The lake at Portage Glacier has transformed into an ice-skating destination
The Portage Glacier just outside Anchorage is a huge tourist attraction in the summer. In the winter, the lake at the toe of the glacier freezes over, and locals can skate to it. AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: In the summertime, the Portage Glacier, an hour’s drive southeast of Anchorage, is a huge draw for tourists. You…
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‘Buffalo Fluffalo’ From Comedy Writer Bess Kalb and Illustrator Erin Kraan
Illustrations © 2024 by Erin Kraan One day comedy writer Bess Kalb was reading a book to her son about national parks that her husband had brought home. “To indoctrinate him into becoming a camping person,” Kalb explains. “So far it hasn’t worked, which is great.” But there was a buffalo on one page. And…