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In December 2022, offices at the European parliament were raided and lawmakers and their relatives were arrested. They were accused of being part of a corruption ring that was taking bribes from Qatar. Never before had there been anything like this at the parliament. But within four months, all the suspects were released, and the case is still pending. Why were members of parliament accused of taking bribes from Qatar? Is the European parliament rotten? Valentina Pop and a team of FT corresp ...
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Future is Blue

Funcas Europe - Agenda Pública

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Future is blue is a series of podcasts promoted by Funcas Europe bringing together academia, think tanks and policymakers for a more inspiring debate about European economic affairs
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Today in the EU is the first daily podcast dedicated to politics and policy in the European Union. Every morning at 6 am, hosts Evi Kiorri and Giada Santana, in conversation with Euractiv’s specialised journalists, discuss the latest in the EU bubble. Tune in to be informed about what is going on in the EU, in less than fifteen minutes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including EU politics and institutions, elections, shifts in political power among EU parties (EPP, PES, ALDE, GUE ...
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TRUNEWS with Rick Wiles

TruNews: Real News, Uncensored

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TRUNEWS is a daily news and inspiration Godcast, founded by Rick Wiles. Rick Wiles is the father of “citizen reporting.” He pioneered alternative media long before the arrival of blogs and podcasts. TRUNEWS has an extremely loyal audience around the world. The program is 100% listener-supported. Guests include members of the US Congress, members of the European Parliament, members of the British Parliament, scientists, astronauts, climatologists, billionaires, investors, top-selling authors, ...
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Euractiv Talks

Euractiv's Advocacy Lab

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Euractiv Events and Euractiv's Advocacy Lab podcasts are the audio version of our policy debates, stakeholder forums, Policy Triangles, and Thought Leadership interviews. These discussions bring together policymakers from EU institutions, industry stakeholders and civil society representatives to discuss EU policy issues.
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A podcast dedicated to digital marketing and social media insights for government and public sector pros. Interviews with marketing and communications leaders working in government and public life as well as social media news and top tools and apps wrapped up in the hosts own musings about digital transformation in government communications. The Public Sector Marketing Show is hosted by Joanne Sweeney, founder of the Public Sector Marketing Institute and author of Public Sector Marketing Pro ...
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With Gerard Batten, EFDD Member of the European Parliament / UKIP delegation for London. www.efddgroup.euFollow on Twitter - @GerardBattenMEP Or online at gerardbattenmep.co.uk
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Interel

Interel | The Global Public Affairs Consultancy

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Interel helps over 250 businesses and associations to understand and navigate the political and policy environment. Listen to our latest podcasts, including the EPod, which highlights key events in the European Parliament in the upcoming week. We also feature podcasts on the latest news in Public Affairs. www.interelgroup.com
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Trade Policy Comments with Christofer Fjellner MEP

Trade Policy Comments with Christofer Fjellner MEP

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Trade Policy Comments with discussions on the latest in European and international trade. The EU’s free-trade agreements, how the EU will trade with Britain after Brexit, trade defence and what is happening at the WTO are some of the topics we put on the table. Trade Policy Comments is hosted by Christofer Fjellner, Member of the European Parliament, with twelve years in the Committee for International Trade. Each episode features a knowledgeable guest.
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CounterPol

Cambridge Overcoming Polarization Initiative

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2024 is a massively consequential year for national and global politics. Sixty-four countries across the world will have elections over the next 12 months - including the U.S., U.K., European Parliament, Taiwan, India, South Africa, and Mexico. This is a watershed moment for democracy as a governing system not simply because so much of the world's population will mobilize to decide who comes to power - but because, at this moment, countries are more polarized than they have ever been. How di ...
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Young Europe by Elvir

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Young Europe is a platform for European politicians, experts and activists, who want and should present themselves to young Europeans. Like our page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/official.youngeurope/ Follow us on Instagram Young.Europe
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Welcome to World News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to get your daily world news, global updates, the latest developments about Israel war, Ukraine war, the Red Sea tensions involving Yemen's Houthis, and more. Don't miss out on the most important news stories impacting our world today. Want to get these updates b ...
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The Eurofile

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Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the Stuart Center and the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, and Donatienne Ruy, director of the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS, “The Eurofile” looks at Europe through a Washington lens. We will discuss, debate, and dissect the big issues consuming Europe with some of the leading voices from the transatlantic community. We’ll try to make sense of developments in Brussels, break down European elections, and discuss all the issues roiling trans ...
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Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.
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Welcome to the Science4Parliament podcast. This is the first podcast that aims to foster the relationship between science and decision makers and show how research and innovation are vital to the equitable and sustainable functioning of our societies and economies. Not only will this be of benefit to parliamentarians and their staff but also it will be of benefit to anybody working in a policy development role It is presented by Dennis Naughten, a directly elected member of parliament in Ire ...
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The Western Bubble

Balder Hageraats & Dario Hasenstab

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Every Wednesday Balder Hageraats and Dario Hasenstab examine how Western countries are increasingly lost in their own delusions on the world stage, and what can be done to bring them back to reality. We discuss issues ranging from geopolitics and human rights to development aid and current affairs, all through the lens of the Western Bubble.
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Jonny Bentley and Adam Bragan are two British twentysomethings with an interest in all things politics. Pints & Politics aims to deliver an analysis of Britain's politics in a fun and digestible manner, as if you were having the discussion in a British pub! Breaking down current affairs, debating ethical issues and looking at America from afar. Debating. Educating. Entertaining (hopefully!).
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Reports from independent journalists and interviews with knowledgeable people covering the topics of independent journalists, democracy, human rights, press freedom, and journalism.
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#VOTEHOME

Narcis George Matache and Zoé Elkær Nicot

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As an EU citizen residing in Denmark, have you considered voting for candidates in Denmark? #VOTEHOME is an English-speaking podcast, in which we interview Danish lead candidates for the EU parliament! You will learn who is your choice for the elections on the 9th of June 2024.
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Democracy Watch News is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation news service that builds networks of independent correspondents, editors, & news-production teams around the world to cover democracy, human rights, press freedom, Media responsibility, open governance, & sustainable public-policy.
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The Taiwan Take

Ghost Island Media 鬼島之音

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A current affairs podcast on Taiwan and the world. Every episode, we invite a journalist to a conversation with an expert to get the big picture context of what we need to know. These are global issues, and this is The Taiwan Take. Nominated for Best News Podcast at 2020 Excellent Journalism Award in Taiwan. Produced by Ghost Island Media in Taipei, Taiwan. 2020年台灣卓越新聞獎 Podcast 新聞獎入圍者.這是一個專門討論臺灣時事的訪談性英文節目, 以「縱觀世界議題,以臺灣觀點論述」為主軸,由記者採訪跨領域專家、名人與來賓等,第一手將臺灣的故事推向國際. 鬼島之音製作播出.
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(0:10): Lebanon Bombings Spark Fears of Escalation in Israel-Hezbollah Conflict; 12 Dead, 2,800 Injured (2:11): European Parliament's Call to Arm Ukraine Sparks Fears of Escalating Into Nuclear Conflict” (4:10): IEA Warns of Severe Energy Crisis in Ukraine This Winter Amid Ongoing Conflict (6:32): Biden Shifts Nuclear Strategy Amid US-China Tension…
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Electrification is gaining momentum across many sectors, including transport, buildings and industry, driven by the EU's climate ambition and security of supply. As the cost of renewable energy technologies like solar and wind continues to fall, electrification presents an opportunity to reshape the European economy, enhancing competitiveness and p…
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Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing crises, progress towards United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) 3 ('ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages') is off track globally, and many of its targets may not be achieved by 2030. Within the EU, measures pertaining to SDG 3 focus on achieving more resilient, access…
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Today, we will dive into a bold prediction by Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, who believes that artificial 'superintelligence'—a machine far smarter than humans—could be with us in just a few thousand days. Recently, Altman reflected on the transformative power of AI, claiming that its development will usher in an era of 'massive prosperity.' He envisio…
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(0:10): French Government Faces Protests, Criticism Over Hardline Policies and Political Faction Favoritism (2:13): China Accuses Taiwan-Backed Hackers of Cyberattacks Amid Rising Cross-Strait Tensions (4:13): Ex-Singapore Transport Minister Pleads Guilty to Graft Charges Amid High-Stakes Trial (6:26): Zelensky Unveils 'Victory Plan' in U.S. Amid E…
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On 24 September, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) will unveil their new study showing the availability of community and biodiversity friendly land in Europe for achieving renewable energy targets. This study is a critical step toward balancing our energy needs with conservation efforts. The revised Renewable Energy Directive mandates European countries…
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Climate change is increasingly causing environmental damage and disturbing biodiversity across Europe. This situation calls for greater initiatives to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and industry’s carbon footprint. In this context, the European Commission approved a new legislation on environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings in Fe…
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The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has captured the world's attention, and with good reason. Once a niche topic in academic circles, AI is now at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries, redefining work, and raising important ethical questions. In this episode, we explore these critical issues and discuss th…
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Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky and other leaders make their case in New York and Washington; the US helps Taiwan make China-proof drones; why the Swiss object to biodiversity; and Australia’s supermarket scandal. Plus: the curator of Dundee Design Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Newly-appointed French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has revealed his government, keeping much of the pro-Macron agenda while making key concessions to the far-right Rassemblement National (RN). With a no-confidence vote looming, Barnier faces immense pressure to balance urgent budget reforms amid rising deficits and demands from conservative and f…
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Rick Wiles first talked to today’s guest a long time ago. Perhaps late 1999 or early 2000. Rick read a newspaper article about an Ohio high school football coach who was sued by the ACLU for praying with his high school football team before and after games. He battled the ACLU in court for two years, but finally obtained an out of court settlement.…
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Rick Wiles is away for a few days, and we kindly ask for your prayers as he and his wife, Susan, are traveling. On today’s TruNews, we’ll dive deep into the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and explore how these advances will reshape the world of tomorrow. Next Tech News Links: CHAT GPT LINK #1 Reasoning Explained https://chatgpt.com…
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To explain what the ENEFIRST Plus project is, the project’s senior expert Jean-Sébastien Broc starts by outlining what it isn’t: While it all revolves around promoting energy efficiency, that does not mean achieving efficiency at all costs. Joined in this podcast by Managing Director and Chairperson Vlasios Oikonomou, the two colleagues discuss the…
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As world leaders flock to New York this week for the 79th UN General Assembly, Emma Nelson talks to Julie Norman and Mark Lowcock to discuss how the crisis in the Middle East will affect the proceedings. Plus: we find out what the election results might mean for Sri Lanka’s economic future and check in at Milan Fashion Week. See omnystudio.com/list…
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(0:10): UK PM Starmer Faces Scrutiny Over Gifts as Migration Talks Dominate Rome Visit (2:17): Trudeau Champions Global Unity at UN Amid Domestic Political Turmoil (4:19): Russia Launches Major Attack on Ukraine: Missiles and Drones Hit Kharkiv, Injuring 21 Civilians (5:58): Brazil's Lula Warns of 'Greatest Collective Failure' if SDGs Fall Short, L…
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World leaders are gathering in New York for the UN Summit of the Future, which UN Secretary-General António Guterres described as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to reshape international institutions, even though leaders of the so-called Permanent Five will be absent. With the Summit taking place just before the high-level week of the General …
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As the Siliņa government celebrates its one year anniversary, Otto joins Joe from Budapest to discuss major issues such as fallout after an explosive-packed Russian drone landed in Rēzekne, bad news for Latvia's health sector, major updates to the Rail Baltic implementation plan, post-flood repairs, and more!Theme song "Mēs esam ārzemnieki" by Aarz…
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CBS News reported that the US Department of Defense has moved about 130 soldiers along with mobile rocket launchers to a desolate island in the Aleutian chain of western Alaska amid a recent increase in Russian military planes and vessels approaching American territory. The CBS News report said that eight Russian military planes and four navy vesse…
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As the Israel-Hezbollah conflict reaches boiling point, Georgina Godwin is joined by Hannah McCarthy and Mark Lyall Grant to discuss what the UN Security Council can hope to achieve during its emergency meetings this week. Plus: Carlota Rebelo considers whether or not the Thames river will ever be swimmable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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More and more EU member states are moving away from the notion of a united EU front on migration, opting for individual solutions instead. Germany's recent decision to ramp up border controls at all nine of its borders has been criticised by EU countries like Poland, Austria, and Greece. With the European Commission warning that such actions should…
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Former President Donald Trump is demanding the resignation of Vice President Kamala Harris after the FBI confirmed reports that Iran hacked his campaign and offered stolen documents to President Joe Biden’s campaign advisors. Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 09/19/2024 Join the leading community for Conservative Christians! https://www.FaithandVal…
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(0:10): Lebanon on High Alert After Deadly Assault; Fears of Middle East Conflict Grow (1:35): Global Warming Threatens Major Cities: Heatwaves, Disease, and Resource Strain Loom (3:40): UN Warns of Catastrophic Violence and Famine Crisis in Sudan’s El Fasher (5:40): Biden Shifts Nuclear Strategy Amid US-China Tensions and North Korea's Alarming Re…
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'Britain’s relations with its neighbours and the EU: what has changed and what can change?'Britain’s Labour Party came to power in early July. It was the UK’s first change of government since Brexit and since the upheaval Britain’s departure from the EU caused in relations with its European neighbours. In the coming edition of IIEA Insights, Daithí…
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Lebanon sees further explosions of digital devices as Hezbollah vows retaliation. We unpack the latest and explore the broader concerns for global security. Plus: Colombia’s president declares an end to peace talks with the ELN, the Dutch try to opt out of EU migration rules and a look at Uzbekistan’s disco scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…
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All eyes are on Teresa Ribera, after President von der Leyen tasked the Spanish politician with steering Europe's green transition while ensuring its competitiveness. Despite the prestige attached to the role, Ribera sits as one of the few socialists among predominantly conservative colleagues, with whom she might have to compromise during the next…
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Reports are pouring in today that thousands of communication devices have exploded in Lebanon and Syria. We will have more on this story later in today’s TruNews. We will begin, however, with a report of a massive explosion inside Russia. London’s Telegraph reported that a Ukrainian drone blew up a Russian ammunition depot and the blast was so powe…
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According to Dr Šedivý, Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has highlighted the necessity for the EU to strengthen Europe’s Defence Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB). A resilient and competitive EDTIB is a precondition for being able to develop and produce the capabilities that Member States and the EU’s partners require for their de…
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(0:10): Friedrich Merz Named CDU Chancellor Candidate Amidst Party Unity Push and Election Challenges (2:06): North Korea's Recent Missile Tests Heighten Regional Tensions Amid Nuclear Expansion Plans (4:10): Over 41,200 Palestinian Civilians Dead: UN Accuses US of Blocking Gaza Ceasefire (6:07): China Sanctions U.S. Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales Am…
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In this episode of Future is Blue, Carlos Carnicero Urabayen is joined by Sander Tordoir and Raymond Torres to discuss the key findings and implications of Mario Draghi’s recent report on Europe's competitiveness. We recommend reading Draghi´s plan to rescue the European economy: will EU leaders do whatever it takes?…
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Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled her proposed team of European Commissioners, highlighting significant leadership changes. Six executive vice presidents, including Finland's Henna Virkkunen and Italy's Raffaele Fitto, will oversee key policy areas. Von der Leyen emphasised gender parity, increasing female representation to 40%. Bu…
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Until the early 2000s, the Netherlands stood out as an exception in the success of far-right challengers: while populist radical right contenders were gaining significant electoral traction in neighboring countries, they long struggled to achieve similar success in the Netherlands. However, according to Dr Léonie de Jonge, since the turn of the 21s…
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An estimated 1200 people were seriously wounded today in Lebanon after each person’s paging device exploded. It is believed that Israel’s Mossad intelligence agency or the IDF coordinated the stunning cyber-attack that resulted in bloodshed, carnage, and chaos throughout Lebanon today. Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 09/17/2024 Join the leading c…
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(0:10): Former BBC Newsreader Huw Edwards Faces Scandal Over Child Indecent Images, Career in Tatters (2:01): Meta Bans RT and Russian State Media Globally Amid U.S. Election Interference Concerns (3:53): Warren Buffett to Donate $144 Billion Fortune to Family-Run Charitable Trust, Shifts from Gates Foundation (6:17): 2023 Marks Worst Year for Glob…
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We discuss the latest from the Middle East as Israel says that time is running out for a diplomatic solution with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Also on the programme: Putin’s latest ambitions to expand Russia’s army and Greece’s dwindling birthrate. Then: what does the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump say about the safety processes for presiden…
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Thierry Breton, the EU's Internal Market Commissioner, announced his resignation from the European Commission on 16 September, citing tensions with President Ursula von der Leyen. In a public letter, Breton accused von der Leyen of requesting that France replace him in a political trade-off for a more influential portfolio, and criticised her "ques…
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Former President Donald Trump survived a second attempted assassination on Sunday in Florida. There is only one question that must be answered immediately: Who gave Mr. Trump’s golf game schedule to the assassin? Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 09/16/2024 Join the leading community for Conservative Christians! https://www.FaithandValues.com You c…
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(0:10): Starmer and Meloni to Tackle Irregular Migration: Focus on Italy's Offshore Processing Strategy (2:01): EU Commissioner Thierry Breton Resigns Amid Political Turmoil; Macron Loyalist Stéphane Séjourné Nominated (3:58): Typhoon Bebinca Hits Shanghai: Strongest Storm Since 1949 Causes Mass Evacuations and Travel Chaos (5:38): World Leaders to…
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