The ‘foreign agents’ law that has set off mass protests in Georgia – podcast | News
At first glance, this bill may sound innocuous. Civil society organizations that receive more than 20% of their funding from abroad must register as organizations under foreign influence. But the new law passed by Georgia’s parliament yesterday sparked anger and demonstrations in the capital, Tbilisi. Critics say the bill is “Kremlin-inspired” after President Putin passed […]
Put it down! Should children be allowed smartphones? – podcast | News
The debate about whether and when to give children cell phones has been going on for years. But recently, the issue has moved to the forefront of national debate. From parent movements to best-selling books, a movement has emerged that believes smartphones are ruining childhoods and that young people should be banned from owning them. […]
The London Bridge ‘hero’ who could go to prison for 99 years podcast | News
On November 29, 2019, Mark Conway was about to give a speech at Fishmongers Hall in London. During his time in prison, Mr Conway, who works for the Prison Reform Trust, worked on a life-changing project linking prisoners with Cambridge students. It is now its fifth anniversary, and he was asked to give some greetings […]
Non-doms are threatening to leave. Should they be convinced to stay? – podcast | News
Prime Minister Jeremy Hunt announced in the spring budget that the government intends to abolish the ‘non-residency’ system. The scheme has allowed billionaire Basim Haidar and 68,800 other non-residents to avoid paying UK tax on their overseas income. For the past 225 years. It is expected to raise £2.7bn a year. The Guardian’s wealth correspondent […]
Joe Benigno unloads as technical difficulties, cat derail podcast
If Joe Benigno has some technical issues, plus a microphone while recording, it’s podcast gold. Former WFAN host Benigno provided some laugh-filled, expletive-filled moments while trying to deal with the TV’s technical issues. Podcast “Oh, the pain” And apparently it’s a serpentine cat. Technique and the 70-year-old Benigno have never been a harmonious tag team, […]
How do we protect teenagers from sextortion scams? – podcast | News
On the night of December 29th, 16-year-old Murray Dawei was at home with his family in Dunblane, Scotland. As they sat together and watched TV, Murray talked with his friends about saving money for summer vacation. Around 9:30 p.m., he went up to his bedroom. “That was the last time I saw him alive,” he […]
Pat Bev banned from ESPN after snubbing reporter over his podcast
Patrick Beverley spent the night Thursday everywhere but on the court. Bev’s trash game caused the Bucks to be eliminated from the NBA Playoffs, but Bev then chose to throw the ball at a fan, and not only was he suspended, but he was also subject to questions from the media unless he subscribed to […]
Patrick Beverley dismisses reporter who doesn’t subscribe to his podcast
When the Bucks lost Game 6 of the first round of their season-ending playoff series to the Pacers on Thursday night, Patrick Beverley’s postgame behavior was just as bad as his in-game performance. The Bucks guard, who scored six points on 3-of-11 shooting in Milwaukee’s 120-98 win for 40 points, told ESPN reporter Malinda Adams […]
Nashville Hitmakers Launch ‘Try That in a Small Town’ Podcast Featuring Jason Aldean
country music megastar Jason Aldean’s The smash single “Try That in a Small Town” is that rare anthem, a piece of pop culture that so powerfully and clearly captures a turbulent political moment, sparking heated debate, It became a flashpoint for media maneuvering and rampant projection. The song comes from the angry left, who denounce […]
Are we on the brink of a ceasefire deal for Gaza? Podcast | World news
The outlook for Gaza looks bleak. Starvation looms unless more aid comes, and Israel says it is preparing to invade the southern city of Rafah, where half of Gaza’s civilian population has fled. But there is also a glimmer of hope. A deal between Israel and Hamas has been presented in Cairo, and both sides […]