Up First from NPR Government Shutdown Averted, German Christmas Market Attack, Netflix And The NFL
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Dec 21, 2024 Congress has narrowly avoided a government shutdown, with bipartisan efforts resulting in a short-term spending deal. A tragic incident shook a German Christmas market, leaving five dead. Meanwhile, Netflix is diving into live sports again, planning to stream NFL games on Christmas Day despite their previous streaming hiccups. The podcast analyzes the implications of both politics and entertainment on society, alongside the impact of recent events on public safety and political discourse.
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Government Shutdown Averted
- Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown with a short-term spending deal.
- This averted shutdown highlights political power dynamics between Trump, Musk, and Congress.
German Christmas Market Attack
- A man drove into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five and injuring over 200.
- The suspect is a Saudi doctor residing in Germany since 2006, but the motive remains unclear.
Netflix Streams Live NFL Games
- Netflix plans to stream two live NFL games on Christmas Day, including the Beyoncé halftime show.
- This follows some technical challenges with their previous live streams, raising concerns about handling the increased traffic.