Your World Tonight Ceasefire remains in place, Diane Keaton dead at 79, Rise in youth vaping, and more
Oct 11, 2025
A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues, with hopes for upcoming hostage exchanges amidst a backdrop of devastation in Gaza. The podcast reflects on the life and legacy of Diane Keaton, celebrating her contributions to cinema. It also highlights alarming trends in youth vaping, especially in the Philippines, where flavored e-cigarettes are fueling addiction. Meanwhile, Canada Post faces strikes over potential closures, and an Oklahoma church gets a new lease on life, merging heritage with contemporary art.
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Ceasefire Brings Fragile Calm
- The Israel-Hamas ceasefire held into a second day while both sides prepare for hostage and prisoner exchanges.
- Gaza residents return amid rubble and limited aid, raising uncertainty about sustained relief.
Personal Loss Amid Rubble
- Palestinians sift through rubble and emergency workers are pulling bodies they couldn't reach before.
- Ahmed Al-Jabari and others describe total loss of homes and basic necessities like water.
Aid Promises Face Permit Roadblocks
- Aid corridors may allow up to 600 trucks a day, but NGO permit changes have stalled assistance.
- Re-registration requirements left many aid groups waiting and supplies stuck in Egypt.