This chapter delves into the upcoming vote in Ohio regarding abortion rights, exploring the tactics used by opponents. It also examines the prevalence of dishonesty and exaggeration in the job application process, discussing how both applicants and employers contribute to this issue.
One month on from Hamas’ attack on Israel, we meet Najib Mikati. He is hoping to prevent Hizbullah from joining the conflict, and broader spillover into the rest of the Middle East. Can he? The American state of Ohio is voting on abortion rights today and opposition campaigners are hoping that their new tactics will work this time (11:30). And, how lying is compromising hiring (20:20).
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