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Jul 31, 2025 The episode covers upcoming price hikes on household products due to new tariffs and the aftermath of a significant earthquake that triggered unusual tsunami activity. It discusses Kamala Harris's withdrawal from the California gubernatorial race, signaling her presidential aspirations, alongside a divisive Senate vote on arms sales to Israel. Additionally, it highlights urgent health impacts of rising temperatures on vulnerable populations and reveals a fascinating discovery of a new underwater ecosystem in extreme depths.
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Trump Tariff Deadline Impact
- Trump's tariff deadline on August 1st pressures quick trade deals with major partners to avoid broad new taxes on imports.
- Procter & Gamble plans price hikes partly to offset an expected billion-dollar annual tariff cost.
Mild Tsunami After Big Quake
- A massive 8.8 earthquake off Russia's coast generated surprisingly small tsunami waves.
- Lesser underwater land shifts likely reduced water displacement and tsunami severity this time.
Harris' Next Political Move
- Kamala Harris chose not to run for California governor in 2026 after her 2024 presidential bid loss.
- She left open the possibility of another White House run in 2028, balancing recognition and past challenges.