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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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The Europeans is a fresh and entertaining weekly podcast about European politics and culture, recorded each week between Paris and Amsterdam with fascinating guests joining from across Europe. This multiple award-winning podcast fills you in on the major European politics stories and other European news of the week, as well as fun and quirky nuggets that have been missed by most media outlets. Hosted by Katy Lee, a journalist based in Paris, and Dominic Kraemer, an opera singer in Amsterdam, ...
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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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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

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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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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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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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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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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Democracycast

Democracy Watch News

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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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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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Navigating Zero - Global Trade’s Powerful Wave of Change is a podcast from ZeroNorth that explores the significant challenges facing the maritime industry on its journey towards a sustainable future. There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is pos ...
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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

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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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Nordic Horizons

Nordic Horizons

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How do the Nordic nations consistently top international league tables? Between Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland they are the world's best democracy, the best place to be a woman, the best educated people and the happiest. They regularly top UNICEF's child wellbeing index, lead on the Green Transition and have an enduring emphasis on equality that's the envy of the world. Nordic Horizons is a Scottish-based group that's been interested in learning more from our nearest European n ...
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A pragmatic, collaborative approach to politics – one that fosters cooperation between political parties, committees, and the private sector – can drive meaningful change. In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chief Sustainability Officer at ZeroNorth, sits down with Rasmus Nordqvist, a newly elected member of the European Parliament for the Danish Socia…
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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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The European Parliament's Legal Affairs Committee of the European Parliament (JURI) met on Thursday (3 October) to start the vetting of commissioners-designate to see who is fit to join the Commission's new line-up. Although the vetting process is based on the nominees providing the necessary information, the JURI Committee has a crucial role in sc…
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With each passing day, the United States of America is being pulled in deeper in the Middle East to fight Israel’s wars. President Joe Biden said today his administration is talking with Israeli officials about plans to bomb Iran’s oil facilities. Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 10/03/2024 Join the leading community for Conservative Christians! h…
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(0:10): ÖVP Faces Coalition Hurdles Amid Rising Far-Right Sentiments in Europe (2:15): Marburg Virus Outbreak in Rwanda: 20 Isolated as WHO Backs Urgent Response Measures (4:14): G7 Leaders Condemn Iran's Missile Attacks, Urge Diplomatic Resolution Amid Middle East Crisis (6:01): Climate Crisis: 2024 Set to Break Heat Records, Urgent Adaptation Nee…
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Almost exactly a year after the Hamas attack triggered the crisis in Gaza, Israel’s land incursion into Southern Lebanon on 30 September opened a new phase of conflict in the Middle East. Iran and Hezbollah have suffered major blows in the past few days, with Israel demonstrating the superiority of its military and intelligence services. It is uncl…
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On this week’s Centre for European Reform podcast, host Octavia Hughes sits down with CER research fellow Aslak Berg, assistant director Zach Meyers and senior trade writer at the Financial Times Alan Beattie to discuss the transatlantic economic relationship. They break down what Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have said on trade, how realistic the…
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Why is it so hard to talk about climate change in a way that actually makes us... feel something? This week, our producer Katz Laszlo talks to an Icelandic writer who manages against the odds to do just that: Andri Snær Magnason, author of — among many other things — the hit memoir 'On Time And Water'. We're also talking about the German politician…
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EU foreign ministers this week discussed the possibility of incoming migrant flows to the bloc amid concerns over Israel's ground offensive in southern Lebanon, the European Commission told Euractiv. In Lebanon, more than one million people have been displaced so far, with around one in 10 having fled to Syria. To cope with the unfolding humanitari…
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All eyes are on Israel to see how the Jewish state will respond to yesterday’s missile attack by Iran. News media outlets are reporting that Israel’s response will be massive and soon. We will discuss the Vice-Presidential debate and the lack of federal response to Hurricane Helene later in today’s TruNews. Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. Airdate 10/02/2…
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China ist zu einer bedeutenden Wissenschafts- und Technologiemacht geworden. Über Chinas Streben nach Unabhängigkeit in kritischen Technologien wie künstliche Intelligenz, Quanten- oder Bio-Technologie spricht Johannes Heller-John mit Antonia Hmaidi, Senior Analystin am MERICS. Sie leitet die Daten-Taskforce des Instituts und das vom Bundesminister…
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(0:10): Global Leaders Urgently Call for Cooperation Amid Escalating Conflicts and Crisis in Multilateralism at U.N. Assembly (2:07): Portuguese Government Under Pressure to Remove Flag from Explosive-Laden Ship Bound for Israel (4:05): Canadian Man Urges Faster Lebanon Evacuation After Parents Killed in Israeli Bombing (6:04): Israel Bombs Palesti…
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is meeting with the European Commission in Brussels today, for the first time since he won a landslide victory in the UK general elections, last July. He promised to rekindle the relationship with Brussels after the Tories focused on delivering Brexit at all costs.Starmer has, however, been handed a list of leftover i…
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Rick Wiles shares the spiritual insights he received during a week of personal prayer and reflection. Rick discusses the importance of taking time to rest and seek God's guidance, offering a glimpse into the revelations he believes were shown to him regarding global events, future conflicts, and the path ahead for his ministry. He encourages viewer…
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(0:10): Israel Targets Hezbollah Leader in Major Airstrike; Regional Tensions Soar Amid Fears of Escalation (1:55): SpaceX Launches Rescue Mission Amid ISS Leak Concerns; Astronauts' Return Delayed Until February (3:50): Mark Rutte to Assume NATO Leadership Amid Escalating Ukraine-Russia Conflict (6:08): World Leaders Demand Action as Gaza Crisis D…
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In recent decades, significant progress has been made in the fight against the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Europe has committed to end the HIV epidemic by 2030 and EU-wide progress has been made towards the UNAIDS goals. However, many countries – including in Europe – are not on track to meet the global goals. HIV continues to pose a public…
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Former Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte will assume the role of NATO Secretary-General on Tuesday (1 October), marking the start of a new chapter for the North Atlantic Alliance as he takes over from Jens Stoltenberg. A seasoned leader with over a decade of experience, Rutte is expected to face significant challenges and manage high expectations in …
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Rick Wiles shares the spiritual insights he received during a week of personal prayer and reflection. Rick discusses the importance of taking time to rest and seek God's guidance, offering a glimpse into the revelations he believes were shown to him regarding global events, future conflicts, and the path ahead for his ministry. He encourages viewer…
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(0:10): Assassination of Hezbollah Leader Ignites Regional Conflict: Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as US Pushes for Peace (1:56): Hurricane Helene Devastates Southeast: Dozens Dead, Millions Without Power, and Flood Risks Loom (3:58): Marine Le Pen Faces Trial for Alleged €6.8M EU Fund Embezzlement; Candidacy for 2027 Election at Risk (6:22): Saudi A…
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Austria’s far-right Freedom Party (FPO) won the most votes in Sunday’s election, the first time it has topped the poll in post-war history, in line with forecasts. With 29.1% of the vote, the FPO is set to begin coalition talks, aiming to play a decisive role in forming the next government. However, its victory may be complicated as the outgoing ce…
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On today’s TruNews, we explore the dramatic scenes at the United Nations General Assembly as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to the stage. The event was marked by tension and controversy, with numerous UN delegates staging a walkout in protest. As Netanyahu presented his vision using visual props and maps, he described a divided regi…
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Panel I: Meet the candidates Discussion of the upcoming elections with representatives of Uzbekistan’s political groups and civil society. Panel II: EU and Central Asia – What avenues for future cooperation? In 2022 and 2023, the Central Asian Heads of State and the President of the European Council held their first-ever high-level meetings, result…
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(0:10): EU's €5 Billion Africa Fund Fails to Curb Illegal Migration, Faces Criticism for Mismanagement and Human Rights Abuses (2:15): Second U.S. Execution Using Nitrogen Gas Sparks Controversy Over Method's Humanity and Effectiveness (4:22): UAE Launches $2M FoodTech Challenge at CGI 2024 to Tackle Global Food Security and Climate Change (6:26): …
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Over the last decade, China’s arms makers have gone beyond solely supplying the People’s Liberation Army and began to look for overseas markets to supplement sales and support Beijing’s geopolitical goals. Arms sales are an often-overlooked aspect of China’s global security and economic footprint and can present challenges to European policy makers…
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Taiwanese writer Chi Ta-wei (紀大偉)'s 1996 novel “The Membranes” has seen global success in recent years, with translations in French, English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Italian, Finnish, Spanish, Danish, and forthcoming editions in Portuguese, Greek, and Vietnamese. “The Membranes” is a dystopian fiction set in the 22nd century. Climate change has …
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Discussions about tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) are intensifying following a recent meeting of industry ministers in Brussels on Thursday (26 September). Member states are split on supporting these tariffs, with undecided countries like Sweden and Germany potentially abstaining. China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao toured Europe earli…
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Today, we will discuss Russian President Vladimir Putin's significant statement that could have serious global ramifications. In a recent meeting with his version of Russia's national security council, President Putin called for an update to Russia's nuclear doctrine. What does this mean? It includes a much clearer definition of the scenarios that …
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(0:10): 88-Year-Old Iwao Hakamada Acquitted After 50 Years on Death Row; Exposes Flaws in Japan's Justice System (2:04): Climate Change Drives Soaring Insurance Costs: Homeowners Face Reduced Coverage and Skyrocketing Premiums (4:17): Japan Sends Destroyer Through Taiwan Strait in Historic Move Amid Rising Tensions with China (6:18): Russia Equips …
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In our latest podcast, Flint experts review the Labour Party Conference, the Party’s first conference in power in 15 years. Our experts examine the key announcements from the Prime Minister, Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the wider Cabinet. We discuss Labour’s policy programme, its direction and strategy ahead of the Autumn Budget, and what all of th…
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Are European leaders living in a Barbie-like dreamworld? This week, the idealised fantasy of the EU versus its awkward reality. Far from being a continent of grateful europhiles, a lot of people feel apathetic about the European project at best. Paweł Zerka joins us to discuss why non-white, young and Eastern Europeans feel especially left out of t…
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Facing pressure from Russian aggression in the east, the EU has pledged to build an independent, cross-border military under an ambitious defence strategy. Boosting defence spending is no small task – it would require €500 billion over the next decade, according to European Commission President von der Leyen. Yet, only €1.5 billion is currently all…
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(0:10): Pope Francis to Visit Belgium: Commemorating University, Meeting Abuse Victims, and Tight Security Protocols (2:13): Curfew Imposed in Martinique Amid Violent Protests Over Soaring Living Costs (4:05): Singapore Commissions Advanced Submarines to Boost Maritime Security and Regional Naval Presence (6:19): Swiss Police Detain Individuals Aft…
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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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The last European Parliament mandate introduced the first-ever legal framework on artificial intelligence through the AI Act. This act addresses the risks associated with AI and positions Europe to play a leading role globally. In line with this, the development of the new European AI Office ahead of the new mandate will centralise AI expertise acr…
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The situation in the Middle East is rapidly deteriorating. Though not officially termed a war, the escalating conflict across Gaza, northern Israel, and southern Lebanon suggests a new regional conflict in the Middle East is rapidly taking shape. Israel's operation against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon and Beirut, which resulted in the death of one…
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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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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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