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Dec 21, 2023 • 13min

Counting the dead in Gaza, Mexican drug labs and urban farming

In this podcast, they discuss the challenges faced by morgue volunteers in accurately tallying the dead in Gaza. The podcast also explores Mexico's struggle with fentanyl crackdown and the misleading data on inactive drug labs. They also touch on the urban farm school aiming to inspire students and the efforts of the Biden administration to intensify the hunt for illegal fentanyl labs in Mexico.
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Dec 20, 2023 • 12min

Trump’s Colorado ban, Ukraine's rough road, DRC elections and Brazilian geese police

Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Trump from presidential ballot. Ukraine's economy faces tough times without US aid. Allegations of fraud in ongoing elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Brazilian prison uses geese as innovative guards.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 11min

Red Sea force, China quake, Texas migrants and Southwest's record fine

US-led effort to protect ships in Red Sea, Texas law on arresting migrants, Southwest Airlines' record fine, China earthquake, Apple watch ban, going on a hot date in California ice bath.
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Dec 18, 2023 • 13min

Huge Gaza tunnel, China critic on trial, Hispanic voters lean Trump and big arms deals

Pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai's trial could strain US-China relations. Israel uncovers Hamas' biggest tunnel in Gaza. Hispanic voters leaning towards Trump pose a challenge for President Biden. US arms makers anticipate a strong year in 2024.
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Dec 16, 2023 • 21min

COP28: The one with all the fossil fuels

COP28's historic climate deal involves reducing global consumption of fossil fuels. The podcast discusses the negotiations, behind-the-scenes efforts, and diplomatic actions that led to this agreement. It explores the transition away from fossil fuels, the presence of lobbyists and activists, and the concept of direct air capture. The reactions of the fossil fuel industry and the development of climate tech are also highlighted.
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Dec 15, 2023 • 13min

AI Putin and the marathon Q&A, EU welcomes Ukraine, Mexican migrants

EU starts membership talks with Ukraine, but aid money delayed by Hungarian Prime Minister. Mexican migration to US increases due to cartel violence. Israel transitioning to new phase of war in Gaza. Insights on sitting through a four-hour news conference by Putin.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 12min

Israel undeterred, Argentina’s shock and fast fashion goes upmarket

Israel vows to continue war against Hamas despite international pressure. Argentina experiences shock therapy under new President Javier Milei. Rise in popularity of weight loss drugs leads to new rules and restrictions. Big names in fast fashion go upmarket to increase profits.
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Dec 13, 2023 • 11min

UN climate deal, Zelenskiy sidelined, Hungary's hardline and Sunak survives

Nations strike a deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels. Zelenskiy faces skeptical reception from Republican lawmakers. Hungary threatens to veto aid package for Ukraine. Rishi Sunak wins key vote on immigration policy but leadership and government still at risk.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 12min

Texas abortion ruling, COP's fossil fuel fight and AI campaign volunteers

Texas court ruling on abortion, COP28 facing fossil fuel backlash, Harvard controversy over president's remarks on antisemitism, AI's role in US election campaigns, Trump leading in Republican race, Turkish soccer in crisis after referee punch.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 13min

Zelenskiy’s double whammy, US election prep and breakdancing at the Olympics

Topics discussed in the podcast include Ukrainian President Zelenskiy's lobbying trip to Washington, threats to the democratic process in the US, breakdancing at the Olympics, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and an investor offer to Macy's.

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