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Join Shumita Basu every weekday morning as she guides you through some of the most fascinating stories in the news — and how the world’s best journalists are covering them.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 10min
Israel’s using AI to find Gaza targets. Experts are worried.
Allie Phillips, a woman denied an abortion, is now running for office. Israel's use of AI to find Gaza targets sparks concerns and ethical debates. The podcast also touches on kids using slide decks to avoid unwanted gifts during the holidays.
Dec 18, 2023 • 10min
Hostage deaths put new pressure on Netanyahu
The podcast discusses criticism over civilian deaths in Gaza and the impact on Netanyahu's war strategy. It also covers the rise of threats against public officials during the 2024 campaign. Additionally, it highlights the issue of holiday shopping debt and provides tips to avoid overspending on gifts.
Dec 15, 2023 • 11min
Biden under fire over unconditional aid to Israel
Biden's contradictory stance on Israel-Gaza; Disparity in training between law enforcement and schools for mass shootings; Challenges faced by police officers; Importance of recording the stories of our elders.
Dec 14, 2023 • 9min
Hunger pushes Palestinians trapped in Gaza to the brink
A child in Gaza speaks about the hunger crisis caused by the war. Puerto Rico's healthcare system is failing with a rising death toll. Domestic cats are killing a staggering number of species worldwide.
Dec 13, 2023 • 10min
Why critics say the new global climate deal falls short
A global climate agreement with loopholes, Israel's detention of civilians in Gaza, and a study suggesting people are more likely to choose meat-free options if they're not labeled vegan.
Dec 12, 2023 • 9min
What to know about a week of high-stakes abortion cases
This podcast discusses state-level abortion cases, including the Texas Supreme Court's blocking of a ruling. It also highlights the challenges faced by Palestinian journalists in Gaza and the importance of their work in conveying the real experiences of those affected by the war.
Dec 11, 2023 • 9min
Examining U.S. rhetoric and actions over the war in Gaza
US involvement in the war in Gaza and contradictory actions, disparities in medical research and healthcare, and Hayao Miyazaki's success and impact on American culture.
Dec 8, 2023 • 11min
Young activists on what they want from the climate summit
Children at the U.N. climate summit advocate for policies benefiting kids. Fox Sports previews the MLS Cup. In Conversation provides tips for ethical holiday shopping.
Dec 7, 2023 • 10min
Gaza gets even more dangerous for civilians
American-made weapons used in Israeli airstrikes killing civilians in Gaza. Confusion and anger due to Israel's new grid map of Gaza. NASA considering paying $1 billion to destroy International Space Station. President Biden reflects on finding solace in grief.
Dec 6, 2023 • 11min
New details of sexual violence in Hamas’s October 7 attack
New evidence of horrific sexual violence in Hamas attack on Israel. Fall in rate of black workers being promoted to management raises concerns about corporate diversity efforts. The weird and secretive world of creating new flavors of potato chips.
