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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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Nov 14, 2023 • 9min
Where Hamas gets its money
This podcast covers the complicated web of funding for Hamas and how they used cryptocurrency. It also discusses the increasing dangers for newborns in the U.S. The rare Titanic dinner menu sheds new light on life on board the doomed vessel.

Nov 13, 2023 • 11min
Hospitals fail in Gaza as Israel presses into cities
Israeli ground troops press further into cities in Gaza, causing a crisis in hospitals. The Wall Street Journal investigates the promotion of less-experienced pilots and the safety concerns it raises. NBC reports on the sighting of an endangered egg-laying mammal after 60 years.

Nov 10, 2023 • 10min
Beyond Gaza, violence grows in the West Bank
The podcast explores the escalating violence in the West Bank, touching on attacks against Palestinians by Israeli settlers and troops. It also covers a scandal involving Michigan's football team and a sign-stealing scheme, as well as a bizarre tenant dispute surrounding an Airbnb rental.

Nov 9, 2023 • 12min
Americans who just left Gaza describe a region in crisis
An American nurse and another U.S. citizen who recently left Gaza describe the desperate situation there and worry about the people they left behind. The podcast also discusses fake pornography at a high school in New Jersey and the departure of pandas from the national zoo.

Nov 8, 2023 • 10min
What last night’s election results might mean for 2024
US election results show wins for abortion rights supporters, while Biden's support for Israel leads to drop in Arab American voter support. Potential collision course between weakened Biden and criminally indicted Trump. Discussion on the Republican field for 2024 and the possibility of a Biden-Trump rematch.

Nov 7, 2023 • 11min
One month on, families of Hamas hostages are still waiting
The podcast discusses the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza and the families' plight. It also touches on different perspectives regarding the conflict and Election Day races. Additionally, it covers various news stories like Trump's trial, WeWork's bankruptcy, and the increasing salt levels on Earth.

Nov 6, 2023 • 8min
Israel defies global pressure over attacks on Gaza
Israel defying global pressure with ongoing attacks on Gaza, concerns of conflict spreading, upcoming Ohio abortion vote, coping with Daylight Saving Time.

Nov 3, 2023 • 11min
How the U.S. is navigating diplomatic challenges over Gaza
The podcast discusses the diplomatic challenges of the Israel-Hamas war and the potential change in Israeli leadership. It also explores the privacy concerns surrounding facial recognition technology and offers greener ways to dispose of Halloween pumpkins.

Nov 2, 2023 • 10min
Americans and other civilians trying to escape Gaza
Updates on the Israel-Hamas War and Americans trying to escape Gaza. Rising number of guns seized in U.S. schools. Taylor Swift's efforts to remake her earlier albums and the impact on record companies.

Nov 1, 2023 • 9min
War deepens as Israel strikes Gaza refugee camp
Israel strikes Gaza refugee camp, journalists face danger in reporting the war. Airlines find fake parts in jet engines. It's a bad time to buy a house vs renting.