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A Search for Syria’s Disappeared, and New Details in C.E.O. Killing Investigation

Dec 11, 2024

Delve into the haunting search for Syria's disappeared, highlighting the pain and resilience of families amid human rights abuses. Explore the legal drama surrounding the Kroger-Albertsons merger and environmental concerns from the Malibu wildfires. Uncover the troubling preparations for Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup, with a spotlight on migrant workers' treatment mimicking past controversies. Plus, new insights emerge in the investigation of a C.E.O. killing, revealing the complexities of privilege and descent.

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The ongoing search for the 130,000 missing Syrians under the Assad regime exemplifies the enduring human rights abuses and the quest for accountability in a chaotic region.

Instagram's introduction of safer teen accounts reflects increasing awareness of parental concerns over children’s online safety and the need for responsible social media usage.

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Teen Accounts on Instagram Enhance Safety for Young Users

Instagram has implemented teen accounts aimed at offering a safer social media experience for users aged 13 to 17. These accounts have built-in limits to help parents feel more confident about their teens’ online interactions, with restrictions in place such as parental permission required for users under 16 to modify settings. This initiative reflects a growing concern for ensuring that young users can connect with friends while minimizing exposure to inappropriate content or unsafe experiences. By focusing on the safety of their younger audience, Instagram is taking proactive steps in response to parental concerns surrounding social media.

Intro

4min

Legal Controversies and Environmental Challenges: From Health Care to Major Mergers

4min

Concerns Over Human Rights and Infrastructure for the 2034 Saudi World Cup

2min

Plus, another World Cup raises human rights fears.

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On Today’s Episode:

A Search in Syria for the Disappeared, by Daniel Berehulak and Christina Goldbaum

Israel, Seeing an Opportunity, Demolishes Syria’s Military Assets, by Jack Nicas

Suspect in C.E.O. Killing Withdrew From a Life of Privilege and Promise, by Corey Kilgannon, Mike Baker, Luke Broadwater and Shawn Hubler

Federal Judge Blocks $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Grocery Merger, by Danielle Kaye

Panic at Pepperdine University in Malibu as Wildfires Threaten City, by Corina Knoll and Isabelle Taft

FIFA Bends Own Rules to Give Saudi Arabia Coveted 2034 World Cup, by Tariq Panja