Best Catherine Bohart Podcasts (2024)

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Catherine Bohart: TL;DR - 4. The UK's uni funding crisis 28:16

11h ago28:16

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No time to read the news? Catherine Bohart does it for you in TL;DR.By BBC Radio 4

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BBC OS Conversations: Women's safety in India 25:01

4h ago25:01

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The recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor after a 36-hour hospital shift has, according to India’s top court, “shocked the conscience of the nation". It has produced protests, strikes and outrage and has focussed conversations on what it is like to be female in India, both at work and during everyday life. Arunima, for instance, lives close to…

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Robert Kennedy Junior backs Trump for US President 31:19

2h ago31:19

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RFK - Robert F Kennedy Junior - suspends his US presidential campaign and backs Donald Trump. Also: rescue efforts continue in flood-struck Bangladesh, and the jelly that plays computer games.By BBC

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How will the fed tackle joblessness? 26:26

1h ago26:26

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As the US jobless claims rate rises to 4.3% and concerns over housing affordability grow, the head of the Federal Reserve signals that it might be time to cut interest rates. We explore what a shift towards job market support could mean for Americans.Plus, are tech giants ready to embrace open-source software? We delve into the potential impacts of…

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Will RFK's Trump endorsement swing presidential race? 37:55

2h ago37:55

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The independent candidate for US president, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has dropped out of the race and backed the Donald Trump. What impact could his endorsement have on the presidential race?Also on the programme:The sacked BBC presenter Jermaine Jenas has apologised for messages to women which led to his dismissal - but says he did nothing illegal. We …

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RFK Jr suspends campaign to 'throw support' behind Trump 43:52

2h ago43:52

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The independent candidate for the US presidency, Robert F Kennedy Junior, has suspended his electoral campaign and "thrown his support" to Donald Trump.Also on the programme: The United Nations says it is concerned about reports of troops mobilizing in Libya; and the postcard that finally arrived a hundred and twenty years after it was sent.(Photo:…

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23/08/2024 13:11

2h ago13:11

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WRITER: SARAH HEHIR DIRECTOR: PIP SWALLOW EDITOR: JEREMY HOWENatasha Archer…. Mali Harries Pat Archer…. Patricia Gallimore Lilian Bellamy…. Sunny Ormonde Susan Carter…. Charlotte Martin Ed Grundy…. Barry Farrimond Emma Grundy…. Emerald O’Hanrahan George Grundy…. Angus Stobie Will Grundy…. Philip Molloy Don James…. Thom Petty Alistair Lloyd…. Michae…

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Catherine Bohart: TL;DR - 4. The UK's uni funding crisis 29:36

3h ago29:36

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No time to read the news? Catherine Bohart does it for you in TL;DR.By BBC

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Catherine Bohart: TL;DR - 4. The UK's uni funding crisis 29:36

4h ago29:36

29:36

No time to read the news? Catherine Bohart does it for you in TL;DR.By BBC

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Kamala Harris becomes Democratic nominee for president 45:29

3h ago45:29

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Kamala Harris has officially accepted the Democrats' nomination for the US presidency with a fiery speech at the climax of her party's national convention. Also on the programme, India's PM walks a diplomatic tightrope in Ukraine; and, Chinese scammers in the Isle of Man. (Photo: Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris…

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Wagner to Africa Corps: Have Russian operations changed? 30:56

3h ago30:56

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Yevgeny Prigozhin was at one time the leader of the well known Russian mercenary group, Wagner. The group, since Prigozhin's death a year ago, has changed its name to Africa Corps. Has this altered Russia's operations on the continent? Also how is Burundi coping with the outbreak of Mpox?And is it a good idea to save up for your funeral? We find ou…

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Amala Harris officially accepts Democrats' nomination for US presidency 34:24

17h ago34:24

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Kamala Harris has officially accepted the Democrats' nomination for the US presidency. Also: India's prime minister has embraced Ukraine's president on a visit to Kyiv, and an Australian transgender woman wins a landmark discrimination case.By BBC

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Listener Week: Sex in your 70s, Risky sports, Cost of men and women's haircuts 57:06

2h ago57:06

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Listener Week is when all the topics, interviews and discussions are chosen by YOU!Woman's Hour listener Elaine asked the programme to discuss the issue of having sex in later life. Elaine is in her seventies and her partner would like to resume a sexual relationship. They are both negotiating medical conditions and she feels reluctant. Elaine woul…

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Irish language policy for Belfast goes to public consultation - Nolan sets out the proposals 1:18:55

2h ago1:18:55

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Stephen also talks about turning 51By BBC

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Heart and Soul: Corruption in the Curia 28:29

2h ago28:29

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Pope Francis was hailed as a reformist when he became Pope in 2013. He vowed to get a handle on the scandals plaguing the Catholic Church, including how the Vatican managed its money. In 2015, he appointed the Vatican's first ever auditor, former Deloitte CEO and chairman Libero Milone. Along with his business partner, they went through the various…

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Anticipation grows as Harris set to deliver convention speech 30:17

2h ago30:17

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Kamala Harris will formally accept the Democratic Party's nomination for US president. Also: ousted Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina has her diplomatic passport revoked; and Trinidad and Tobago redraws its coat of arms.By BBC

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Kamala Harris to give biggest speech of career at DNC finale 37:36

2h ago37:36

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The Vice President will take to the stage, at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, to accept the party’s presidential nomination. Her aides say she'll deliver a robust denunciation of Donald Trump, and lay out her plans to tackle the cost of living and protect personal freedoms, including access to abortion. Also in the programme: The fir…

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What will Kamala Harris say about the US economy? 28:31

2h ago28:31

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We examine what Kamala Harris could do for American voters on lower incomes, as she prepares to address the Democratic National Convention.Also, major disruption to Canada's rail freight network could be short-lived.And what's behind the sudden departure of Nestlé's top boss?By BBC

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Kamala Harris rides the US Democratic Party wave 49:29

2h ago49:29

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Does Kamala Harris have enough momentum to make it through to election day? We speak to Democratic Senator for Maryland, Chris Van Hollen to get his take on her position on China, Gaza and the US economy. Also on the programme: we ask what it means to be on Russia's most-wanted criminal list; and we hear about the world’s second largest diamond fou…

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Fisheries mismanagement uncovered 30:50

2h ago30:50

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Fishery assessment models – the “backbone” of fisheries management – overestimate the sustainability of the world’s fisheries, according to a study of 230 fisheries worldwide, and populations of many overfished species are in far worse condition than has been reported. We hear from Rainer Froese of GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel.…

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22/08/2024 13:14

1d ago13:14

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An opportunity presents itself for Kirsty, while Susan offers some advice.By BBC

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Why are fatal boat accidents so common in DR Congo? 29:05

2h ago29:05

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At least 30 people have died and around 200 people are still missing after a boat sank in the Lukeni River in DR Congo. It's the latest fatal boat accident in the central African country, where overloading boats is often the problem. Why do these fatal accidents keep happening?Also why were charges dropped against the Libyans arrested while undergo…

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Kamala Harris to officially accept presidential nomination 49:34

2h ago49:34

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At the Democratic Party National Convention today, Kamala Harris will speak and accept the nomination to be president. Also on the programme, as 25 million face acute hunger in Sudan, the UN says it's managed to get a15-truck aid convoy into the west of the country; and one half of Australia's famous gay penguin power-couple has died after a short …

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The Indonesian government appears to shelve controversial election law plans 31:54

2h ago31:54

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The Indonesian parliament appears to drop controversial plans to change the election laws, as protests took place in cities across the country. The authorities used water cannon after some demonstrators tried to tear down the gates of the parliament complex. Also, Tim Walz speaks to the Democratic National Congress in Chicago after formally accepti…

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Listener Week: Leaving a legacy, Periods through history, Belly dancing 57:26

2h ago57:26

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Listener Week is when all the topics, interviews and discussions are chosen by YOU!What is it like to parent a neurodivergent child when you are neurodivergent yourself? Anita Rani speaks to listener Rachel, who discovered she had ADHD after her daughter was diagnosed, and Jo, whose children have dyslexia.How one moment or person can change your li…

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Nolan reveals explosive letter in which Dept of Justice publicly rebukes Chief Constable - copied to PM 1:18:56

3h ago1:18:56

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UUP’s Doug Beattie describes the DoJ letter to Chief Constable as “deplorable”By BBC

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Nineteen Eighty-Four (Summer Repeat) 54:31

2h ago54:31

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Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss George Orwell's (1903-1950) final novel, published in 1949, set in a dystopian London which is now found in Airstrip One, part of the totalitarian superstate of Oceania which is always at war and where the protagonist, Winston Smith, works at the Ministry of Truth as a rewriter of history: 'Who controls the past,' ra…

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Ep148. SINDHU VEE / Minions, Mothers & Museums 1:10:03

1h ago1:10:03

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The one and only Sindhu Vee steps in as co-host this week to hold down the fort while Catherine slays in Edinburgh, and to steer Helen away from extensive tits and feet chat... FOLLOW SINDHU: @SindhuVee TOUR TICKETS: www.trustyhogs.com/tour Thank you so much for listening! Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch,…

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Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets from Lebanon into Israel 28:47

2h ago28:47

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A day of heavy exchanges between the Israeli military and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Also: a report says Brazil has lost more than a third of its natural areas since records began, and new video releases at Gamescom.By BBC

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Solutions Journalism: A better start 24:59

3h ago24:59

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For every 10 babies born across the world one will be preterm and the fate of these tiny babies is often very uncertain. They are kept alive by science, care, and luck. Time in a neonatal unit can be a stressful and unpredictable time. We meet the people who are creating equipment and aids to create a kinder experience for both parents and babies a…

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Sudan: first UN food aid in months arrives 38:11

2h ago38:11

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Aid trucks have entered the Sudanese region of Darfur from Chad after a four month gap, bringing food to a population now at risk of famine. Could this lead to a broader deal to end the country's devastating civil war? We speak to the US special envoy, Tom Perriello, who leads the peace talks in Geneva. Also in the programme:Is it time to scrap the…

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Gold prices hit new record high 28:34

2h ago28:34

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Gold prices hit new record high as investors pile back into the commodity ahead of expected interest rate cuts in the US. We look into the details. A month after the resignation of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, the BBC talks to former IMF economist and new central bank Governor, Ahsan Mansur, about the economic challenges the cou…

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Tim Walz to speak at DNC 49:33

2h ago49:33

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A number of prominent Democrats are due to speak on day three of the gathering. Tim Walz is expected to deliver the keynote address as he officially accepts the vice presidential nomination. We speak to Congresswoman Dina Titus. Also in the programme: The Palestinian movement Fatah has accused Israel of trying to start a regional war, after it kill…

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21/08/2024 13:16

2d ago13:16

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Ed attempts to do the right thing, and there’s light at the end of the tunnel for Denise.By BBC

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Why are African workers being prevented from leaving Lebanon? 31:46

3h ago31:46

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African domestic workers trapped by their labour contracts in Lebanon as border tensions with Israel escalateA young Liberian poet in America tells us why bookshops are needed back home. And why are Mixed Martial Arts rising in popularity in Africa. Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Bella Hassan, Joseph Keen, Rob Wilson and Nyasha Michelle in Lond…

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Ama says US is ready for a new chapter with Harris 31:29

3h ago31:29

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Barack and Michelle Obama electrify Democrats at the party convention but warn of a tight race for the White House. Also: a new law in Hungary could make Ukrainians homeless, and Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck.By BBC

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English in a Minute: 3 ways to use the word 'energy' 1:15

2h ago1:15

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It can take a lot of energy to create a podcast but Phil doesn't mind. He really wants to tell you about the word 'energy'.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/eiam/unit-3/session-98FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our websi…

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Listener Week: Widow's Fire, DNA discoveries, Decluttering backlash 1:00:19

3h ago1:00:19

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Listener Week is when all the topics, interviews and discussions are chosen by YOU!As part of Listener Week we have been asked by widows to discuss one side effect of bereavement – hyper-arousal, and the term ‘Widow’s Fire’. Nuala McGovern explores these ideas with listener Lizzie, Stacey Heale, who has written a book – Now is Not the Time for Flow…

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Multiple UUP sources speak to Nolan with blow by blow accounts of the ousting of party leader 1:16:33

3h ago1:16:33

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Multiple sources have given blow by blow accounts of how the Ulster Unionist party ousted their leader Doug Beattie. Multiple sources are also questioning this morning whether it is the party officers who now need driven out of the party. As you will hear, Beattie sent in a resignation letter. The Nolan Show can reveal what he said in that letter, …

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Money Box Live: Your Power of Attorney Questions 31:40

4h ago31:40

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Felicity Hannah looks at giving someone Lasting Power of Attorney - that's the authority to manage your financial affairs in the event that you couldn't. What are they, how do they work and how much do they cost? This programme is dedicated to answering your questions. On the panel we have Sam Cox, knowledge officer from the Alzheimer's Society and…

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Gaza peace deal still in the balance after Blinken ends trip to region 29:46

3h ago29:46

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The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, said there was no more time to waste to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal. Also: Africa's main public health agency announces plans to make 10m mpox vaccines available for use across the continent, and researchers say drone swarms could stop wildfires.By BBC

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Invisible souls 32:39

3h ago32:39

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Fishermen from the Philippines, Ghana and Sri Lanka speak out about how badly, they say, they were treated by a Scottish fishing company that hired them. Most of the fishermen have been waiting in the UK for more than 10 years for their case to be heard. Despite two extensive police investigations, no convictions have been secured for human traffic…

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EU to set lower tariffs on Tesla's cars made in China 30:05

2h ago30:05

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Tesla's Chinese-made electric vehicles imported into the European Union will be subject to lower tariffs than those produced by competitors. We listen to the EU's arguments, and look at the implications this can have on the European market. Ghana's president has launched the start of the construction of a multibillion-dollar petroleum hub in the we…

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Sicily yacht sinking: little chance of finding more survivors, authorities say 39:09

2h ago39:09

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British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah Lynch are among the six people still missing after a British-flagged superyacht, named the Bayesian, sank in a storm off Sicily on Monday. Fifteen people, including a woman and her one-year-old baby, were rescued; one body has been recovered. Divers have been struggling to enter the…

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Hostage relative urges negotiators to 'seal the deal' 49:37

1h ago49:37

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Efrat Machikawa, niece of 80-year-old hostage Gadi Moses, calls on negotiators to 'seal the deal' while the opposition in Israel accuses the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, of sabotaging Gaza peace talks. Also in the programme: Rohingya persecution in Myanmar; and the oldest person in the world dies at 117.(Picture: A combination picture shows …

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20/08/2024 12:57

4d ago12:57

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A mystery deepens for the Grundys, and the pressure mounts at Bridge Farm.By BBC

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'Massacre' of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar 49:30

2h ago49:30

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Anti-government insurgents in Myanmar have been accused of a "massacre" of Rohingya Muslims. Thousands have fled to Bangladesh in the past two weeks after facing violence again. The BBC has gathered evidence of a particularly deadly attack on 5 August in which scores of fleeing Rohingyas were bombed, they say, by a rebel group.Also in the programme…

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How a sexual assualt viral video outraged Tanzania 33:57

1d ago33:57

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A video appearing to show a young woman being sexually assaulted in Tanzania went viral, prompting an outcry in the East African nation. This past weekend a police commander in the capital, Dodoma, was removed from her post following controversial comments in which she linked the victim in the video to sex work. So what's been the reaction in Tanza…

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President Joe Biden makes his farewell address to the Democratic National Convention 31:40

2h ago31:40

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President Biden wept as he handed the baton to his Vice President, Kamala Harris, during the Democratic National Convention. Also, Israel retrieves the bodies of six hostages as Anthony Blinken is on his latest peace mission; and testimony from Muslim Rohingyas as they are bombed by both sides in Myanmar's civil war.…

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