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A site called “Project Constitution” publishes a flat out lie that Erika Kirk went on a “shopping spree” not long after Charlie Kirk's assassination. The offspring of Islamist regime leaders have been living in the U.S. for YEARS influencing liberal universities. Australian PM Albanese went to a Sydney mosque for Eid prayers to stand against Islamophobia only to end up being threatened with everyone screaming ‘Allahu Akbar'. The Inaugural “Catholic For Catholics” event featuring Candace Owens and Joe Kent had an abysmal turnout. Former Trump Advisor Roger Stone joins us to slam CPAC for inviting Steve Bannon as a keynote speaker and exposes Bannon's past including his ties to Epstein, and exposes his grift inside the Trump Administration. Woke Reich podcasters are saying Iran's bomb making was actually a clean energy power plant. People are freaking out that Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is implementing a dress code.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Pocket HoseText DANA to 64000 Get a FREE pocket pivot and their 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose. Message and data rates may apply.Honeylovehttps://Honeylove.com/DANATreat yourself or gift someone the most advanced bras and shapewear from Honeylove and save 20% off.Humannhttps://Humann.com/DANASupport your heart health with Superbeets Heart Chews Zero Sugar and get a buy 2, get 1 free offer, plus find out how to get a free 30-day supply. PreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DANABe there for her and save a life for just $28. Visit the site or call #250 and say BABY.Noble Goldhttps://NobleGoldInvestments.com/DanaDownload Noble Gold Investments' free Wealth Protection Kit and get informed.American Financinghttps://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Dana or call 866-885-1332See how much you could be saving now with American Financing and get out from under that high-interest debt today. NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well-qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1332 for details about credit costs and terms, or visit www.AmericanFinancing.net/DanaAsk Chapter #250 Chapter can help you take control of your Medicare. Dial #250 and say “Medicare Plan” to get your options reviewed. Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTry Relief Factor's 3-week Quickstart for just $19.95—tell them Dana sent you and see if you can be next to control your pain!Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DANA or call 972-PATRIOTSwitch to Patriot Mobile in minutes—keep your number and phone or upgrade, then take a stand today with promo code DANA for a free month of service!Subscribe today and stay in the loop on all things news with The Dana Show. Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramXMore InfoWebsite

Thousands of white South Africans abroad, including in the US, are returning home despite President Donald Trump alleging that they're being targeted, a claim the South African government denies. At least 12,000 have checked their citizenship status in preparation for a permanent return. A South African relocation agency has reported a 70% surge in inquiries over the past six months. We explore what's driving this trend.Meanwhile, billions of Muslims around the world watch the sky for the sighting of the crescent moon that marks the end of Ramadan and the start of Eid celebrations. Science is changing how the moon is tracked, so how do astronomy and tradition intersect, and what does the sighting of the moon mean across Africa?Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Keikantse Shumba and Basma El Atti Technical Producer: Mbarak Abdallah Senior Producers: Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

17 Mar 2026. What has the recent conflict meant for Dubai’s rental market? betterhomes’ Rupert Simmonds shares what he’s seeing on the ground over the past two weeks. Plus, DHL Express on adapting supply chains across the region, flyadeal on schedules ahead of Eid travel, and a check-in with local business Nordix Homework on operating through uncertainty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A beloved restaurant in Malibu that survived the Palisades fire is finally reopening. Where you can watch the Oscars in L.A. this weekend. And for Food Friday how donuts became an Eid tradition here in SoCal. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comEight nights left. Make them count.Quick reminder before we get into the tafseer: Zakatul Fitr is wajib on every Muslim — $20 per head this year. It's due before Eid prayer, so don't leave it to the last minute. If you're not sure where to give locally, I'll post the details for MWSC — Muslim Welfare Support Centre — in the Qaswa Community Group. Six Days — Picking Up From Last NightWe were in the middle of something last night and I want to finish it properly.Allah created the heavens and earth in six days — sittati ayyam. We established last night that no classical scholar ever read this as six 24-hour days. The word yawm in Arabic simply means a span of time — an epoch. Allah Himself uses the same word elsewhere in the Quran to mean 1,000 years, and in another place 50,000 years. The six-day literalism came from the Protestant Reformation, not from Islamic tradition, and it quietly seeped into some Muslim circles when logic (mantiq) got stripped out of the curriculum.So what do the six days actually mean?A paid subscription includes a free digital copy of the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. One of my teachers — Professor Muhammad Mahdi Jenkins, formerly Gary Jenkins, a nuclear physicist turned psychologist who eventually became Muslim — spent years building a theory that maps the six stages of cosmic creation to the Quranic account. Is this the traditional tafsir? No. But does it violate the Arabic, contradict established tafsir, or conflict with what the Prophet ﷺ or the early generations said? No. So it sits within the acceptable range of new tafsir.Here's what the physics looks like:Stage one: light. The universe began as a singularity — a point of infinite density containing intense concentrated energy. That energy expressed itself across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. When we say light, don't just picture what your eyes can see. Visible light is actually a tiny sliver of the full electromagnetic spectrum. The rest — radio waves, microwaves, X-rays, gamma rays — is all light we cannot see. That was stage one.Stage two: particles. When energy exceeds E=mc² — energy equals mass times the speed of light squared — matter emerges. The first particles came into existence. But here's where it gets interesting. Physics tells us that whenever matter is created, equal amounts of antimatter are also created. And when matter meets antimatter, they annihilate each other. Cancel out completely. Leave nothing but energy. By pure theory, nothing should exist in this universe — because every particle of matter should have been cancelled by its antimatter counterpart.And yet. Here we are.

In today's episode, we're talking to Sahar Parham Al Awadhi, an Emirati chef whose work is reshaping how Emirati cuisine is understood and experienced. We explore how culture, sustainability, and responsibility intersect in her work, and why she sees chefs not just as creatives, but as custodians of resilient food systems.You'll hear about her commitment to elevating local ingredients and preserving food heritage, her upcoming restaurant that will bridge old and new Emirati cuisine, her refusal to do fusion because it compromises cultural integrity, and the Eid morning breakfast memory—sweet vermicelli noodles with saffron and cardamom—that connects her entire family after a month of fasting.Resources and links:Sahar on InstagramSahar on LinkedinAbra on InstagramConnect:Future Fork podcast websitePaul Newnham on InstagramPaul Newnham on XPaul Newnham on LinkedInDisruptive Consulting Solutions websiteSDG2 Advocacy Hub websiteSDG2 Advocacy Hub on XSDG2 Advocacy Hub on FacebookSDG2 Advocacy Hub on LinkedIn

(0:00) Intro(0:02) Masjid ke Maali Mamlaat aur I‘tikaf(7:09) I‘tikaf Registration Date(7:35) Aulad mein Waqfa ka Masla(22:59) Ramazan ke Jismani aur Roohani Faiday(26:14) Iftar ka Sharbat(31:25) Packed Juices(32:53) Ramadan mein Weight Loss(33:59) Charbi Wala Gosht(35:06) Hara Saib(36:44) Eid ke Naye Note aur Sood(37:02) Love Marriage aur Walidain ki Rukawat(40:54) Masjid ki Building mein Pig Business(41:53) Advance Zakat(42:04) Bahir Mulk Kamai(43:25) Haram Amdani Wale Baap ki Beti se Nikah(44:36) Talaq Yafta Aurat ka Masla(58:03) Sabaq Aamoz Waqiaat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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As major religious holidays approach — Ramadan, Eid, Passover, and Easter — security agencies often raise threat assessments. Former FBI executive Katherine Schweit explains why periods of global conflict and major faith gatherings can increase security risks, and what simple awareness steps families can take to stay safe. This quick Stop the Killing bonus episode looks at how threat assessments work — and why being alert, not afraid, is one of the most important tools for public safety. Relevant Resources and Links: Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and early access to episodes. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. More insights from Katherine Schweit: Katherine Schweit.. Website: Sarah Ferris Media Email: conningthecon@yahoo.com Share: If you found this episode insightful, share it with someone who might benefit from it and join the conversation on social media. SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS, SUPPORTS THE PODCAST CRIMECON UK TICKETS HERE CRIMECON US TICKETS HERE DON'T forget to use DISCOUNT CODE “FERRIS” RESOURCES Stop the Bleed training FBI RUN, HIDE, FIGHT This is a Sarah Ferris Media production on the Killer Podcasts Network.Check out more Sarah Ferris Media productions: CONmunity podcast KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE THE BRAVERY ACADEMY WATCHING TWO DETECTIVES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The secret is out! Om Ali's Honeycomb recently gave an exclusive interview on the Ash Said It Show to share their incredible origin story. As a breakout star at the Atlanta Ramadan Food Fest, Om Ali is officially setting the gold standard for Middle Eastern desserts in Georgia. What makes Om Ali's Honeycomb a must-try for Atlanta foodies? It is the rare and beautiful marriage of two rich culinary worlds: * Bosnian Baking Roots: Traditional European pastry techniques that ensure every roll is airy, light, and pillowy-soft. * Authentic Yemeni Traditions: The soul of the Middle East, featuring the aromatic flavors of Khaliat al-Nahl(traditional Beehive Bread). Why It's the Best Khaliat al-Nahl in the A: * Visually Stunning Spread: Perfect for catering, Eid celebrations, and high-end events across Metro Atlanta. * Drenched in Tradition: Each golden honeycomb is hand-glazed and dripping in premium honey, staying true to its Yemeni heritage. * Local Authority: From the Ramadan Food Fest to the Ash Said It Show, Om Ali is a verified favorite in the ATL culinary community. Taste the Tradition in Atlanta, GA Whether you're searching for "authentic Yemeni food near me" or the "best bread in Atlanta," Om Ali's Honeycombdelivers an experience that is as gorgeous as it is delicious. This isn't just a bakery; it's a story of heritage baked into every bite. Web: https://www.instagram.com/omal... Bookings: omAlihoneycomb@gmail.com About: Om Ali's Honeycomb is officially redefining the ATL bakery scene with a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind culinary fusion. We are where Bosnian baking roots meet the rich, ancient traditions of Yemen, creating a dessert experience you won't find anywhere else in Georgia! Our signature Khaliat al-Nahl (Honeycomb Bread) isn't just food—it's a masterpiece. Each golden, pillowy-soft roll is handcrafted with love, baked to airy perfection, and generously dripping in premium honey. Whether you discovered us at the Atlanta Ramadan Food Fest or are just joining the buzz, our spread is as gorgeous as it is delicious! Why Om Ali's Honeycomb is Atlanta's New Favorite: * Authentic Yemeni Recipes: We stay true to the traditional flavors of the Middle East. * Bosnian Pastry Mastery: Our unique heritage brings a specialized light and fluffy texture to every bite. * Local & Fresh: Proudly serving the Atlanta, GA community with fresh-baked, artisanal treats. * The Perfect Catering Choice: From Eid celebrations to local food festivals, our honeycomb bread is the ultimate centerpiece. Don't just take our word for it—come taste the tradition! Join the hundreds of foodies across metro-Atlanta who have fallen in love with the sweet, aromatic, and soul-warming flavors of Om Ali's Honeycomb. —- Looking for that extra spark to level up your life? Say hello to Ash Brown—your go-to American powerhouse, motivational speaker, and the ultimate hype-woman for your personal and professional growth. Ash isn't just a voice in personal development; she's a trusted friend who brings real-talk wisdom and contagious energy to every conversation. Whether you're stuck in a rut or ready to scale your dreams, Ash is here to fuel your journey with a mix of heart and hustle.

Penneys posted a new range of kids' pyjamas to celebrate Eid… and somehow it sparked nearly 2,000 comments, rows, boycotts and accusations that Ireland is being “taken over”. Penneys even had to delete loads of replies and put out a statement about inclusivity. Adrian and Jeremy ask the simple question: why are people so triggered by a pair of pyjamas? Callers clash over Islamophobia, “woke” brands, halal meat, Sharia law, and whether celebrating Eid is no different to Christmas or Paddy's Day. Plus: today's travel mug winner — and another giveaway question at the end.

As we welcome Nowruz this year, we do so with a heavy heart. And yet, even in difficult times, we feel called to honor and commemorate this ancient, beautiful tradition. Nowruz reminds us that light returns, spring follows winter, and renewal is always possible. For Episode 186 of the Modern Persian Food podcast, we are revisiting one of our most beloved and foundational episodes — Episode 126 — where we walk through every part of the Persian New Year season and its rich cultural meaning. Nowruz (also spelled Norooz) literally translates to "new day." Celebrated for over 3,000 years and rooted in the rhythms of the spring equinox, it is the biggest holiday of the year in Persian culture — a time of rebirth, reflection, and reconnection. In this replay, Beata and Bita cover the whole 2+ week celebration, including: ✨ Khaneh Takooni (Spring Cleaning) The ritual "shaking of the house" — a deep seasonal cleaning that symbolizes clearing out stagnant energy and preparing for a fresh start.

Text a Message to the ShowHow would a defensive tactics class in the police academy be different for a combat veteran than for someone without that experience? Today's guest Dennis Kleyh. Sgt Major Kleyh spent 30 years with the Marine Corps and is now a police captain, with over twenty years of teaching defensive tactics in both settings. Today we talk about how the combat mindset is different than policing and why some people have trouble regaining control when the things get real. We talk about how to train people who have never been in a fight before and why we all might benefit if some people were just punched in the face.Music is by National Sweetheart and by Chris HaugenHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 135Tags:Police, Calm, Defensive Tactics, Discipline, EID, Instructors, Leadership, Marines, Military Service, Self-Control, Training, USMC, Use of Force, Veterans, Missouri, Afghanistan, IraqSupport the showThanks for Listening! And, as always, pray for peace in our city.Subscribe/Follow here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOY Email us at: heychaplain44@gmail.comYou can help keep the show ad-free by buying me a virtual coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/heychaplain

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comHere's the expanded version:Tafsir Thursday — Surah Al-Muzammil: Stand Up, Pray, and Let Allah Handle the Rest8th of Ramadan ReflectionsWe're one week into Ramadan. If you started slow — that's okay. Ramadan is a marathon. You start steady and sprint towards the end. What we don't want is the opposite: starting strong and slowly fading — attending Taraweeh in the first few nights then drifting away, stopping the extra prayers, and then preparing more for Eid than seeking out the blessings of the last ten nights. The goal is for the last night of Ramadan to be the best night of our Ramadan.The Prophet ﷺ said that whoever stands up and prays at night in the nights of Ramadan, expecting reward only from Allah — with sincerity, purely for His sake — Allah will forgive all their past sins. So no matter how tired we are, no matter how early Suhoor is or how hot the day gets at 38 or 39 degrees, we should make sure we stand some extra rakat after Isha. Even just two, four, or six — whatever we can manage. Don't make Ramadan nights just like the nights of other months. This is our worship festival. Make it special.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The Command to Stand at NightSurah Al-Muzammil opens with Allah commanding the Prophet ﷺ to stand and pray through most of the night — except for a little. And what was he doing in those long hours of prayer? Reading Quran.This is the best thing we can do at night: read Quran in our prayers. If we've memorised, this is where we test and revise our memorisation. If we haven't memorised much but can read fluently, it is permitted to read from a mushaf — Sayyidatuna Aisha had one of her servants lead prayer while reading from one. The key is to have everything ready and in place, and to be careful with excessive movement.But why this command? Because Allah says: We are going to send down upon you heavy ayat. A serious, challenging mission. The Prophet ﷺ was being prepared to change the world. And the preparation wasn't political strategy — it was night prayer, Quran, and dhikr.This is the prophetic formula: to face a difficult day, strengthen the ruh the night before.Dhikr: The Only Command Allah Tells Us to Do AbundantlyAllah then says: Wadhkur isma Rabbik — and make mention of the name of your Lord. SubhanAllah, walhamdulillah, wa la ilaha illAllah, wallahu Akbar.Dhikr holds a unique place among all the acts of worship in the Quran. Allah commands prayer, and prayer is essential — Aqimi as-salata li dhikri, establish the prayer to remember Me. But when it comes to dhikr, Allah says to remember Him katheeran — abundantly. It is the only act of worship in the Quran that Allah commands us to do in abundance.And then: Wa tabattal ilayhi tabteela — devote yourself solely for Him. Who is He? Rabbul mashriqi wal maghrib — the Lord of the East and the West.

Eid Al-Fitr is around the corner, and the Sharjah Department of Human Resources has officially announced the holiday schedule for government departments, authorities, and institutions across the emirate. The break will run from Thursday, 19 March to Sunday, 22 March 2026, with work resuming on Monday, 23 March (excluding shift-based roles). Plus, heartfelt Eid wishes are being shared with the leadership and people of the UAE, and across the Arab and Islamic world—praying for a return of the occasion with goodness, prosperity, and blessings for all. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio

Why does our faith feel so strong in Ramadan but weaker after Eid?Why do we experience spiritual highs during fasting, night prayers, and Qur'an recitation, only to face emotional and spiritual lows afterward?Is this hypocrisy, weakness of faith, or something deeper?In this powerful lecture, we explore “The Ramadan Pendulum” — the natural spiritual rhythm of the human heart. Drawing from the Qur'an, Hadith, and Islamic spiritual psychology, this talk explains:1.     Why iman rises in Ramadan and dips after Ramadan2.   Why fluctuation in faith is not hypocrisy, but part of human nature3.     How Allah designed spiritual seasons to train, not to trap us in emotional highs4.     The wisdom behind fasting in Ramadan (Qur'an 2:183–185)5.     How to turn Ramadan energy into sustainable spiritual habits6.     How to balance between Repetitive Iftaar Feeding to Strategic Structural Empowerment.7.     How to turn Ramadan Energy into Sustainable Habits8.     How to live faithfully between the swings (a reflective conclusion)Ramadan does not come to freeze the soul in a spiritual high.It comes to re-centre the heart around Allah — even when life pulls it away.Watch and listen till the end for a powerful conclusion on how to live faithfully between spiritual highs and lows, without guilt, despair, or spiritual self-condemnation.Which part of Ramadan do you struggle to carry into everyday life after Eid — Qur'an, prayers, fasting, or spiritual consistency?Share your experience below. You're not alone.Book for Counselling/Therapy session here:https://calendly.com/abdulfattahadeyemi/counseling-therapy Download the Adeyemi App from Google Play:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kwickapp.panel.android665e0fb9ed2fa Visit: www.adeyemi.ng⁠ Join AbdulfattahAdeyemi's Community: https://t.me/+Gz7wGuTsRLRmNzU0⁠ FOLLOW ME ON: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ve9GDn0C01bVIffD9D8sS?si=-4hvd8wRQRGuX3uWsuiwQA Instagram:@dr.abdulfattahadeyemiFacebook:@dr.abdulfattahadeyemiTikTok:@dr.abdulfattahadeyemiYouTube:www.youtube.com/@dr.abdulfattahadeyemi  #RamadanPendulum#RamadanReflection#ImanHighsAndLows#IslamicSpirituality#PostRamadanBlues#FaithInRamadan#Taqwa#MuslimMindset#SpiritualGrowth#IslamicPsychology

This segment is titled: Embracing the Crescent Moon: The Magic of RamadanRamadan is one of the most profound and beautiful months in the Islamic calendar—a time when over two billion Muslims around the world come together to fast, pray, reflect, and build community. Far more than simply not eating or drinking from dawn to sunset, Ramadan is a spiritual reset button: a month-long journey of self-discipline, gratitude, empathy, and drawing closer to God. It's a celebration of faith that transforms ordinary days into moments of deep meaning and shared joy.Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and one of the Five Pillars of Islam. For 29 or 30 days—depending on the sighting of the new crescent moon—adult Muslims who are physically able fast from just before sunrise (the pre-dawn meal called suhoor) until sunset (the meal that breaks the fast, called iftar). The fast includes abstaining from food, drink, smoking, and intimate relations, but it also means guarding against anger, gossip, dishonesty, and negative thoughts. The goal is spiritual purification, increased devotion, and a heightened sense of compassion for those who go hungry every day. The day often begins with the quiet alarm of the pre-dawn call to prayer, followed by suhoor—a light but sustaining meal to carry people through the hours ahead. Throughout the day, many increase their prayers, read the Quran, give charity, and practice patience. At sunset, the fast is broken—usually with dates and water in remembrance of the Prophet Muhammad's practice—followed by a larger iftar meal shared with family and friends. Special nightly prayers called taraweeh fill mosques with beautiful recitations, and the month reaches its emotional peak during Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power), believed to be the night the Quran was first revealed.The month ends with Eid al-Fitr, a joyous three-day festival of feasting, new clothes, gift-giving, and gratitude for the strength to complete the fast.Ramadan's roots reach back to 610 CE in the deserts of Mecca, when the Prophet Muhammad received the first verses of the Quran from the angel Gabriel during a period of intense spiritual retreat in the Cave of Hira. That night—later called Laylat al-Qadr—marked the beginning of Islam's revelation.Fasting itself became obligatory about a decade later, after the Muslim community had migrated to Medina. The practice built on earlier traditions of fasting found among Jews and Christians in Arabia, but Islam gave it a distinctive form and purpose: a month-long act of worship open to the entire community, rich and poor alike. The name "Ramadan" comes from the Arabic root meaning “scorching heat” or "intense burning,” symbolizing both the blazing desert sun and the way fasting burns away impurities from the soul.Over the centuries, as Islam spread across continents, Ramadan absorbed beautiful local customs while retaining its core rituals. From the grand iftar banquets of the Ottoman palaces to the quiet devotion of early African American Muslims who fasted in secret, the month has always been a unifying force. Ramadan turns neighborhoods into living tapestries of light, sound, and generosity. Streets fill with lanterns, fairy lights, and colorful decorations. In many countries, people exchange special greetings—“Ramadan Mubarak” (Blessed Ramadan) or “Ramadan Kareem” (Generous Ramadan)—and share food with neighbors, even those who are not fasting.Mosques become community hubs, bustling late into the night with taraweeh prayers that feel like spiritual concerts. Charity surges: food drives, donations, and zakat al-fitr (a mandatory giving before Eid to ensure the poor can celebrate too). Families gather every evening for iftar, turning meals into moments of laughter, storytelling, and reconnection. Read the Full Content More PodcastsSimVal Media USAChef Walters Cooking SchoolChef Walters Tours

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. With reports of the US building firepower in the Middle East ahead of a possible strike against Iran, Berman discusses the possible timing and latest indicators, including US President Donald Trump's characterization of the recently concluded nuclear talks in Geneva. Berman details several of the latest locations of the US aircraft carriers, their offensive and defensive power in the region, and the ability of the US and Israel to carry out an extended campaign if necessary. He also reports on a brief visit of right-wing commentator Tucker Carlson to Israel to interview US ambassador Mike Huckabee, following Carlson's repeated claims that Israel oppresses Christians. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: White House: There are many arguments for striking Iran, they’d be wise to make a deal Iran atomic energy chief says no country can deprive Tehran of enrichment rights Israel, US envoy reject Tucker Carlson’s claim he was detained and interrogated at airport Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Ari Schlacht. IMAGE: Demonstrators wave Iranian and Hezbollah flags as one holds a poster of the late Iranian Revolutionary Guard Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. strike in Iraq in 2020, during the Muslim Shiite holiday of Eid al-Ghadir, which commemorates the Prophet Muhammad naming Ali, revered as the first Shiite imam, as his successor, in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, June 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do so many religions fast?Fasting is one of those practices that refuses to stay in a single box. It's biological. It's psychological. It's political. It's mystical. It's communal. It's deeply personal. It is both ancient and suddenly trendy with the biohack bros who have a podcast mic and hype protein shakes.What happens when we choose hunger on purpose?Across deserts and monasteries, temples and kitchens before dawn, human beings have stepped into emptiness — not because suffering is holy, but because hunger tells the truth.In this episode, I wander through Lent and Easter, Ramadan and Eid, Yom Kippur and teshuvah, Hindu vrata, Jain purification, Buddhist simplicity, and even the Stoics who practiced voluntary discomfort. The theologies are different. The claims are not interchangeable. But the pattern hums beneath them all.Fasting humbles the body. It clarifies desire. It strips away distraction. It reminds us we are not self-sustaining.In ancient agricultural worlds where famine was never far away, fasting ritualized dependence. In our modern world of constant availability, it interrupts excess. Either way, hunger becomes a teacher.This is not a diet episode. This is not detox culture.This is about repentance and return, about submission and surrender, about resurrection and repair, and about learning what truly sustains us.Because every fast eventually ends the same way:With a table. In community. Steeped in gratitude.Learn more about Angie at the Moon + Stone Healing.

On today's episode of the Casual Cattle Conversation, Shaye welcomes Brittany Kelsey, a Missouri-raised cattle industry professional, wife, and mom who leads a remote team at CattleTags.com. They discuss why a solid animal identification system is the foundation for effective herd management, accurate record keeping, and improved profitability. Brittany covers how to choose the right tag by animal and purpose (large/calf tags vs. maxi and super maxi for mature cattle), color-coding strategies, and the advantages of Allflex laser-engraved, inked tags for lifelong readability versus marker-written tags that fade. They also discuss layout options (phone number, brand, birth date, sire info), one-piece vs. two-piece tag preferences and retention, and how to build practical management code/numbering systems that are easy to interpret and avoid duplicates—especially when retaining heifers. The conversation explores EID benefits including reducing human error, USDA compliance considerations in some states and markets, common misconceptions about what EIDs store, and matched EID/visual tag sets and TSU DNA sampling workflows. Brittany explains what to consider when purchasing EID readers, including desired data capture features, barcode scanning for DNA samples, ISO low-frequency compatibility, and avoiding proprietary systems. The episode highlights cattletags.com's producer support, including help designing systems, creating spreadsheets for random numbers and EID imports into software like CattleMax, and proactive order checks, and closes with a takeaway that animal ID is about building a management foundation beyond tags or compliance.  Learn more about CattleTags here: https://bit.ly/3Lf8yE3  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  00:00 Welcome to Casual Cattle Conversations + Today's Guest Brittany Kelsey  01:33 Why Animal ID Systems Matter: Records, Management & Profitability  03:09 Choosing the Right Ear Tag: Size, Color & Readability in the Field  04:45 Laser Engraved vs Marker Tags + Custom Layout Options  06:53 One-Piece vs Two-Piece Tags: What Retains Best?  08:21 Building a Numbering/Management Code System (and Avoiding Duplicates)  12:33 Maxi Tags for Replacement Heifers: Longevity & Labor Savings  14:22 EID Tags 101: Benefits, Compliance & Common Misconceptions  16:34 Matched Sets + DNA/TSU Sampling: Keeping IDs Connected  17:55 Picking an EID Reader: Features, Compatibility & ISO Standards  20:25 Why Producers Choose CattleTags.com: Ranchers Helping Ranchers  22:20 Key Takeaway + Wrap-Up, Links, and How to Support the Podcast   

Where will Chinese tourists head for the longest Spring Festival holiday in history? How will regional travel hold up for the Lunar New Year break? And will the close proximity of the LNY and the Eid holiday seasons influence travel patterns in parts of South East Asia? On our fast-paced Start The Week show, Gary and Hannah stop over in,Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, China, Bahrain, London & Amsterdam in search of the answers to travel's big questions. En route, we discuss short-term rental sector challenges in the Philippines, and European flight expansions by Air Asia X, Vietnam Airlines & Thai Airways. Plus, we find out how much travellers would be prepared to pay to drive across the planned bridge connecting eastern Thailand with Koh Samui - and how would this affect the popular ferry routes?

I november 2025 blev det vedtaget i Københavns Borgerrepræsentation, at kønsopdelte arrangementer ikke længere må finde sted i kommunens lokaler. Beslutningen har haft konsekvenser for muslimske foreninger, blandt andet for årets Eid-fejringer.I denne episode taler vi med formand for Dansk Islamisk Center, Fatih Alev, der sætter ord på situationen i et opslag, som hurtigt skabte debat. Vi diskuterer hvad meningen er med at kønsopdele arrangementer, hvilke konsekvenser afgørelsen har i praksis, og hvorfor netop denne sag rammer så hårdt i en tid, hvor spørgsmål om fælles fremtid fylder mere end nogensinde.Følg, like, kommentér og del 'Det, Muslimer Taler Om' på Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok og diverse lyd-apps

In this episode of Rounding@IOWA, Dr. Gerry Clancy sits down with breast cancer experts Dr. Katherine Huber‑Keener and Dr. Nicole Fleege for a discussion of modifiable and non‑modifiable risk factors, modern screening tools, and practical strategies clinicians can use to guide prevention and early detection. CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=82146  Host: Gerard Clancy, MD Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Guests: Nicole Fleege, MD Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine-Hematology, Oncology, and Blood and Marrow Transplantation University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Kathryn Huber-Keener, MD PhD Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology - General Obstetrics and Gynecology University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Gerard Clancy, his guests, and Rounding@IOWA planning committee members have disclosed no relevant financial relationships. Nurse: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 ANCC contact hour. Pharmacist and Pharmacy Tech: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum of 0.75 ACPE contact hours. Credit will be uploaded to the NABP CPE Monitor within 60 days after the activity completion. Pharmacists must provide their NABP ID and DOB (MMDD) to receive credit. JA0000310-0000-26-035-H99 Physician: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.)      

i. Constitution We Believe 1. We believe the First Amendment's Establishment Clause was intended to prevent a federal government-sponsored or preferred religion, not to separate God from our government or to remove religion from public life; therefore, we affirm our right under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution to exercise our freedom of speech including religious speech. 2. We believe the Second Amendment is an individual right of the citizens of the United States to keep and bear arms; therefore, we oppose any attempts, whether by law or regulation at any level of government, to restrict any citizen's right to keep and bear arms (open or concealed), to restrict access to ammunition, or to record the purchase thereof. 3. We believe the United States Constitution directs the judiciary to interpret law, not make law or create law through judicial activism. 4. We believe in the concept that Congress shall make no law that applies to citizens of the United States that does not apply to the Senators and Representatives. 5. We believe in the concept of nullification as a legitimate tool for adjudicating disputes between the states and the federal government when the federal government enacts a law clearly not in pursuance of the constitution and powers delegated in Art. I, Sec. 8. 6. We believe in the Tenth Amendment that provides "the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people," and we oppose any attempt by the federal government to intrude on state's rights. 7. We believe the Constitution provides for a clear and distinct separation of powers among the three branches of government. Any governmental action that tends to promote or allow one branch of government to practice the power or powers of the other branches of government is a violation of the limits placed on government by the people. 8. We believe in the duty and obligation of the federal government and the State of Oklahoma to adhere to and respect treaties between the federal government and the Indian tribes. We Support 1. We support the display of Judeo-Christian religious symbols, including the Ten Commandments in public places. 2. We support legislation that will protect gun and ammunition manufacturers or resellers from lawsuits attempting to hold the manufacturers or resellers liable for misuse of guns. 3. We support requiring that candidates for president present public proof of qualification in accordance with the Constitution at the time of filing, through the election board of each state. 4. We support a US Constitutional Amendment requiring a balanced budget. 18 5. We support a US Constitutional Amendment instituting term limits for all elected members of Congress. 6. We support a U.S. Constitutional Amendment defining marriage as the union of one man and one woman. 7. We support a requirement that each piece of legislation only address one issue. 8. We support the review and minimization of the Endangered Species Act. 9. We support the abolishment, or reduction and restructuring, of the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, IRS, CIA, ATF, FBI, FEMA, NSA, DHS, CDC, and the Department of Labor and their powers and responsibilities distributed to state authority. 10. We support the protection of public and private sector whistleblowers who have firsthand information. 11. We support union's refunding dues used for partisan political activity. 12. We support the right of private associations to admit or deny membership based on what each association's conscience dictates. 13. We support an English Language Act, which would make English our official language in the United States. 14. We support the idea that when U.S. Conference Committees meet, they should consider only those terms submitted from the House and Senate, with no additional expenditures and items added. 15. We support the preservation of the National Day of Prayer. 16. We support legislation to limit the power of federal regulatory agencies. 17. We support the identification of persons as citizens or non-citizens in the census. We Oppose 1. We oppose any federal taxation on firearms, ammunition, or accessories and/or confiscation of firearms, ammunition, or accessories. 2. We oppose universal background checks and red flag laws for firearm purchases. 3. We oppose any legislation that would require the use of trigger or other locking devices on firearms. 4. We oppose any so-called "assault" weapons ban and any effort to register or restrict firearms, ammunition, or magazines. 5. We oppose legislation that would require gun owners to purchase insurance policies covering the misuse of their firearms. 6. We oppose the Patriot Act and the NDAA' s Sections 1021 and 1022, which allow American citizens, 19 except for enemy combatants, to be held indefinitely without due process, and call for its repeal. 7. We oppose court decisions based on any foreign law, such as Sharia Law, U.N. regulations and other international organizations, instead of U.S. law and Constitutional doctrine. 8. We oppose the creation of a new federal internal security force. 9. We oppose federal wage caps. 10. We oppose Statehood for the District of Columbia and allowing its representative a vote in Congress. 11. We oppose the appointment and funding of presidential "czars." 12. We oppose any attempts by the Federal Government to reinstitute the "Fairness Doctrine" or institute "Net Neutrality." 13. We oppose the construct of "Free Speech or Safe Zones." 14. We oppose national injunctions by federal district courts. 15. We oppose the use and sharing of data from Automated License Plate Readers as an infringement on our 4th amendment protected rights. ii. Criminal Justice We Believe 1. The rights of victims and their families must be protected in criminal proceedings, with notice and opportunity to attend all proceedings related to the crime(s) against them. 2. Restitution by the convicted criminal should be ordered to be made to the victim (or his estate) to compensate for losses and damages incurred as a result of the crime(s) committed. 3. The death penalty must be retained as an available punishment in appropriate cases. 4. Inmates who abuse the legal system by filing repeated frivolous claims should receive appropriate punishments for their misconduct. 5. Decisions on prison reform should be made by the Legislature after consultation with district attorneys, prison officials, and other interested parties, with the view towards stopping criminal behavior early, rather than adopting permissive treatment of low-level crimes which may deceive or encourage a young adult to continue on the wrong path under the mistaken assumption that there will be no consequences for criminal behavior. Consideration of incentives for first-time or youthful offenders who refrain from further misconduct may be a useful option to be considered in designing such reforms. 6. We believe in due process and that no one should be deprived of life, liberty, or property by the government or its agents without either being found guilty by a jury or pleading guilty of a crime. We therefore oppose the practice of civil asset forfeiture. 20 We Support 1. We support the repeal of The Oklahoma Uninsured Vehicle Enforcement Diversion Program as it is unconstitutional at the state and federal level. We Oppose 1. We oppose the monitoring, surveillance and tracking of United States citizens without a lawfully obtained warrant. iii. Federal & State Elections Preamble: The foundation of our representative-republic is honest elections. The Oklahoma Republican Party is committed to preserving every legally eligible Oklahoman's right to vote. We support only day of in-person voting as written in the Constitutions with limited exceptions to protect voting rights for the elderly, the disabled, military members, and all other eligible voters. We urge all elected officials around our state to take all necessary steps to ensure that voters may cast their ballots in a timely and secure manner. Security and transparency shall take precedence over convenience to ensure honest and fair, local, state, and federal elections. We Believe 1. We believe in fair and honest election procedures. 2. We believe equal suffrage for all United States citizens of voting age. 3. We believe in the constitutional authority of state legislatures to regulate voting. We Support 1. We support a bit-by-bit forensic audit of all electronic devices, including but not limited to servers, ballot machines, and paper ballots throughout the state immediately before and after each election. 2. We support vigorous enforcement of all our election laws as written and oppose any laws, lawsuits, and judicial decisions that make voter fraud difficult to deter, detect, or prosecute. 3. We support full enforcement of all voter ID laws currently enacted. 4. We support felony status for willful violations of the election code and increasing penalty for voter fraud from a misdemeanor back to a felony. 5. We support consolidating elections to primary, runoff, special, and general election. 6. We support sequentially numbered and signed ballots to deter counterfeiting. 7. We support expanding the Attorney General's staff for investigating election crimes and restoring the ability of the Attorney General to prosecute any election crimes. 8. We support the ability for civil lawsuits to be filed for election fraud or officials' failure to follow the Oklahoma Election Code. 21 9. We support allowing trained poll watchers from anywhere in Oklahoma with local party or candidate approval. 10. We support creating processes that will allow rapid adjudication of election law violations. 11. We support requiring voters to re-register if they have not voted in a five-year period. 12. We support requiring proof of residency, citizenship, and voter registration via photo ID for each voter. 13. We support retaining the 25-day registration deadline. 14. We support requiring a list of certified deaths be provided to the Secretary of State for the names of deceased voters to be removed from the list of registered voters, with checks every third year of the voter rolls to ensure all currently registered voters are eligible. 15. We support giving the Secretary of State enforcement authority to ensure county registrar compliance with Secretary of State directives. 16. We support protecting the integrity of the Republican Primary Election by requiring a closed primary system in Oklahoma. 17. We support drawing districts based on eligible voters, not pure population. Districts should be geographically compact when possible 18. We support hand counting of ballots. 19. We support recalls, audits, recounts, and irregularity and fraud investigations requested within 45 days of an election. 20. We support verification of United States citizenship for voting or registering to vote. 21. We support elections run by United States citizens. 22. We support counts to be posted on Precinct doors. We Oppose 1. We oppose internet voting, the use of tabulation machines and electronic voting machines of any kind for public office and any ballot measure. 2. We oppose all motor voter laws, automatic voter registration (AVR), and all forms of electronic databases, such as ERIC (Electronic Registration Information Center) and all third-party registration vendors. 3. We oppose all federal legislation, including but not limited to the Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022, which nullifies the 10th Amendment of the Bill of Rights. 22 4. We oppose unlawful voting, illegal assistance, or ineligible people voting in our national, state, and local elections. 5. We oppose ranked choice voting. 6. We oppose any identification of citizens by race, origin, creed, sexuality, or lifestyle choices and oppose the use of any such identification for the purposes of creating voting districts. We urge that the Voting Rights Act of 1965 be repealed. 7. We oppose any redistricting map that is unfair to conservative candidates in the Primary or the General Election. 8. We oppose the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact and any other scheme to abolish or distort the procedures of the Electoral College. 9. We oppose after-hours voting C. Natural Resources We Believe 1. We believe dependence on foreign energy sources is a national security issue. 2. We believe governments should ease restrictions in the search for energy and other natural resources. 3. We believe the federal agricultural appropriations should accurately show the percentage of money set aside for non-agricultural programs such as school lunch programs and food stamps. 4. We believe the responsible use of natural resources is essential for the benefit of future generations. We Support 1. We support the creation and enactment of a national energy policy to reduce dependence on foreign sources. 2. We support the private expansion of oil and gas exploration and refining capacity. 3. We support the exportation of U.S. petroleum products. 4. We support labeling of all food and fiber with country-of-origin labeling. Further, only products born, raised, slaughtered, and processed or sprouted, harvested, grown, and processed in this country should receive a U.S. label. 5. We support energy policy based on private development, efficient use and expansion of current resources such as fossil fuels, clean coal, and nuclear energy; and exploration and efficient use of other resources such as biofuels, wind, solar and water energy. 6. We support ending all federal and state subsidies, including tax credits, for industrial renewable 23 energy, including but not limited to, wind and solar. 7. We support the rights of individuals and businesses to refuse the installation of smart meters without penalties. 8. We support the right of states to provide water for present and future use within their borders by state residents before they can be designated for use to other states. 9. We support environmental recommendations that are based on sound science, that respect and protect the rights of property owners, and that do not impose unreasonable burdens on Oklahoma citizens or businesses. 10. We support more use of coal and natural gas to be used in the production of electricity. 11. We support the use of modular nuclear, or small natural gas fired generation facilities to be built close to high demand facilities to greatly reduce the need for long and expensive transmission lines. 12. We support mandatory country-of-origin labeling of meat products and that a country-of-origin label that states in any way that it is a product of the USA must be of the following requirements: Born, raised, harvested, packaged & processed in the USA. 13. We support The Packers and Stockyards Act and the enforcement of anti-trust laws. 14. We support private property rights and call for appropriate legislation to prohibit the use of eminent domain by private companies. 15. We stand with Oklahoma and her property owners against the Green Agenda. We Oppose 1. We oppose government curbs, moratoriums, punitive taxes and fees on our domestic oil and gas industry. 2. We oppose states selling water rights to out-of-state buyers. 3. We oppose the use of eminent domain for any water sale. 4. We oppose human rights for animals. 5. We oppose livestock taxation. 6. We oppose legislation that restricts or regulates family farms or farmers' markets. 7. We oppose restrictive regulation of carbon and particulate matter emissions in agriculture. 8. We oppose the "Cap and Trade" system for carbon dioxide. 9. We oppose the UN's Agenda 21, aka UN 2030, as a coordinated effort to relinquish the sovereignty of the United States to foreign powers. 24 10. We oppose the purchase or ownership of land by a foreign government or entity. 11. We oppose the production, selling, and labeling of a product that is an alternative protein source claiming to be meat, otherwise known as or referred to as fake meat, and labeling such product as meat, beef, burger, steak, or any other name given to an actual meat protein source derived from the production and slaughter of livestock. 12. We oppose current regulations that allow foreign beef to enter the U.S. and be packaged, repackaged, or commingled with domestic product and then labeled a product of the USA. 13. We oppose the theory that cow flatulence, belching, or any process of enteric fermentation that is said to emit methane or a greenhouse gas that some link to the theory of global warming is some sort of detriment threat to the environment. 14. We oppose any form of carbon tracking solutions imposed on farmers and ranchers that will ultimately lead to more costly and burdensome regulations. 15. We oppose NACs (natural asset companies) or similar companies derived by investors, the SEC, or any other entity that wishes to monetize, trade natural outputs, or otherwise maximize ecological performance in such a way that any company can control the management of public or private lands quantifying outputs of natural resources such as air and water. 16. We oppose any effort of the federal government to have any role in animal care or husbandry. 17. We oppose mandates or restrictions on the use of antibiotics for farm or veterinary use. 18. We oppose mandatory Electronic Identification device (EID) tags on livestock, birds, and animals. D. National Issues i. Defense We Believe 1. We believe that a strong national defense should be fully funded, provide sufficient compensation, educational opportunities, quality training, and the best equipment for our armed forces. 2. We believe any educational institution that inhibits the normal operations of ROTC or military recruiters should be ineligible for government funding. 3. We believe foreign enemies who have committed or planned acts of aggression against the U.S. are unlawful enemy combatants and are not entitled to citizenship rights under the U.S. Constitution. We believe they should be held in detention facilities such as Guantanamo Bay, not the U.S. Prisons Systems, and their cases adjudicated by military tribunals, not by U.S. Criminal Courts. 4. We believe Congress and the President should refrain from weakening the military through changes to the Uniform Coe of Military Justice. The military should be allowed to maintain its high level of honesty, integrity, morality, and operational capabilities. 25 5. We believe in the complete accounting of all MIAs and POWs that were engaged in military actions by the United States. We Support 1. We support maintaining a strong national defense and advocate "peace through strength", with a combat ready and capable force. 2. We support the right of the military's internal determination of who is qualified to perform the various roles and functions of each branch of the uniformed armed services. 3. We support veterans' and survivors' benefits, and to receive top quality health care. We support the reform of the Veteran's Administration and the use of private facilities when appropriate. 4. We support helping our veterans to succeed in their return to civilian life in medical care, mental health care, education, housing, and employment assistance. 5. We support the freedom of military chaplains to provide religious services including freedom of worship according to their faith. 6. We support and encourage continued public and privately funded exploration of space. 7. We support returning to "Don't Ask Don't Tell" for the military of the United States. We Oppose 1. We oppose re-instituting the draft except in time of war as declared by Congress. 2. We oppose drafting females into U.S. military service. 3. We oppose the military use of U.S. troops under foreign command except joint operations. 4. We oppose the erosion of our military's readiness through "gender norming" for training and promotion. 5. We oppose the further reduction of benefits and entitlements to service members, former service members, and their families. 6. We oppose halting military pay during US government shutdowns. ii. Foreign Relations We Support 1. We support economic stability be it in the U.S. or Internationally 2. We support the dollar as the principal currency of the world. 3. We support equal access of U.S. products to global markets and the elimination of trade barriers. 26 4. We support withdrawing from treaties and agreements, such as the Kyoto Treaty, and the Paris Climate Accord, that hamper the U.S. economy and compromises freedoms We Oppose 1. We oppose the Chinese Communist Party and any other governments that are manipulators of the U.S. dollar and exchange rates at the expense of U.S. National Security as well as economic stability. 2. We oppose paying into UN programs that are against American principles and freedoms. 3. We oppose any doctrines that infringe upon U.S. Sovereignty and the Sovereignty of U.S. allies such as Israel, the Ukraine, and Taiwan. 4. We oppose terrorism and any nations that sponsor terroristic organizations and groups that are anti-U.S. such as Al-Qaeda and ISIS. 5. We oppose the sale of technology by U.S. Corporations to terrorist and enemy nations. 6. We oppose the transfer of U.S. taxpayer wealth to any foreign governments under the umbrella of foreign, humanitarian aid, scientific research, and military assistance for non-U.S. interests. 7. We oppose the principles of the World Economic Forum to devalue the U.S. dollar and do not accept them as a body of global governance. 8. We oppose the creation of the Transatlantic Common Market 9. We oppose any United Nations Programs that seek a "world order" over the Earth's population and U.N. policies that are forced over the world's nations. 10. We oppose the World Health Organization's policies over U.S. citizens and setting precedent for the U.S. medical community. 11. We oppose foreign control over any ports or bases within the jurisdiction of the United States. 12. We oppose any actions taken by previous administrations that relinquish U.S. sovereignty and control over U.S. data and private communications. iii. Immigration We Support 1. We support limited legal immigration and embrace legal immigrants who choose to assimilate to our American culture, language, and values. 2. We support securing our borders against illegal immigrants and potential enemies of the United States including building a wall or barrier on our southern border. 3. We support legal requirements for citizenship, excluding provisions for birthright citizenship to children of illegal residents. 27 4. We support a strictly regulated and enforced guest worker program. Legal guest workers should assume social costs, such as education and health care for themselves and their dependents. 5. We support the method for determining the number of immigrants and temporary visa holders allowed in the United States should be revised to prevent an adverse effect on our national security, wages, housing, environment, medical care, or schools. 6. We support that the U.S. government should vigorously enforce and demand that all local law enforcement agencies uphold and enforce all federal laws concerning illegal immigration. We particularly support the work of the men and women of Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) and US Border Patrol and Protection. 7. We support the elimination of sanctuary cities for illegal aliens and the defunding of any government entity which declares itself a sanctuary city. 8. We support strong enforcement of state and federal laws dealing with illegal aliens. 9. We support substantial state fines for employers who knowingly hire illegal aliens. 10. We support issuing driver's license only to citizens and others who reside here legally, and not to illegal aliens. We Oppose 1. We oppose illegal aliens being given the same privileges as U.S. citizens or legal aliens, including entitlements such as Social Security, health care (excepting trauma care), education, and earned income tax credits. State government social programs should be available only to citizens and legal residents of the United States. 2. We oppose any form of blanket amnesty. 3. We oppose legal immigrants overstaying their visas. 4. We oppose a "path to citizenship" that would grant citizenship to illegal aliens faster than to immigrants who have come to the United States through legal means. E. State Issues i. State Legislature We Believe 1. We believe all bills should be limited to one issue. 2. We believe that it is the responsibility of individual legislators to read and to be knowledgeable of all pieces of legislation prior to voting. 3. We believe that all state-tribal compacts and agreements should require the approval of both houses of the legislature in addition to the ten-member Joint Committee on State-Tribal Relations. 28 4. We believe Oklahoma shall participate only in programs or plans that protect private property rights and encourage citizens to develop their property in a manner that does not harm others. 5. We believe Oklahoma should not participate in any global ID initiatives and should prohibit the introduction of a radio frequency identification device (RFID) in any state-issued identification card. 6. We believe the Oklahoma Lottery should be repealed. 7. We believe a fee shall be defined as funds collected for voluntary use of government service, be used exclusively for that service, and not to exceed the cost of that service. We Support 1. We support any legislation that protects our rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. 2. We support an explanation of the specific Oklahoma and U.S. Constitutional authority when filing a bill. 3. We support full funding of all state retirement systems. 4. We support legislation rescinding Oklahoma's previous calls for a U.S. Constitutional Convention. 5. We support the state and any county, municipality, city, town, school or any other political subdivision to display, in its public buildings and on its grounds, replicas of United States historical documents including, but not limited to, the Ten Commandments, Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, Oklahoma Constitution and other historically significant documents in the form of statues, monuments, memorials, tablets or any other display that respects the dignity and solemnity of such documents. Such documents shall be displayed in a manner consistent with the context of other documents contained in such display. 6. We support full protection of U.S. Second Amendment rights in Oklahoma by amending the Oklahoma Constitution to mirror the Second Amendment of the US Constitution. 7. We support maintaining the Constitutional Carry law in Oklahoma statute. 8. We support the ability of state law enforcement to restore the peace and protect Oklahoma citizens through the arrest and prosecution of any persons/agents attempting to inflict unconstitutional laws/mandates on its citizens. 9. We support the fundamental right to own and to enjoy our private property and we oppose restrictions or losses of that right. 10. We support fair, just, and timely compensation for property owners when governmental regulations limit property use. 11. We support driver's license photos of a lower resolution that is perfectly adequate for visual identification, but not for biometric tracking. 12. We support the repeal of mandatory fingerprinting or other traceable biometric information, and 29 we oppose the maintenance of a biometric database, in connection with an application for a driver's license or government ID. 13. We support lawsuit reform including but not limited to "loser pays". 14. We support amending the current Right to Farm law to explicitly allow for expansion, production, technological changes, and measures to protect these activities. 15. We support the Unmanned Surveillance Act which prohibits the use of a drone when no warrant has been issued. 16. We support a state constitutional amendment requiring judges to inform jurors of their duty to judge the law (nullification); and prohibiting judges and district attorneys from infringing on the rights of the defense to inform the jury of this duty. 17. We support amending the Oklahoma Constitution to remove the unelected Judicial Nominating Commission and adopt the federal model authorizing the Governor to appoint Oklahoma appellate judges with confirmation by the Oklahoma State Senate. 18. We support the oversight and regulation of the medical marijuana industry for medical purposes only. 19. We support the state and its citizens maintaining control of all transportation instead of selling or leasing control of that right to foreign entities, corporations, private/public partnerships, or other states. 20. We support efficient and necessary spending on our state, county, and local roads and bridges because they are essential for economic growth and development. 21. We support a moratorium on creation of additional turnpikes in Oklahoma until existing turnpikes in Oklahoma have generated enough toll revenue based upon an independent audit to repay their original costs, are conveyed to state ownership, and converted to toll-free roads. 22. We support the elimination of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority and all tolls. We Oppose 1. We oppose the final passage of any legislation before the full text has been read. 2. We oppose the concept of claiming property as "blighted" as a reason for taking land. 3. We oppose allowing state agencies to hire lobbyists to lobby other state agencies or the legislature. 4. We oppose animal ID programs by the government, leaving it up to the free market. 5. We oppose the expansion of gambling in any form in Oklahoma. 30 ii. State Agencies, State, County, and Local Government We Believe 1. We believe in transparent and honest government in the Oklahoma Legislature, all legislative committees, and in state and county agencies. 2. We believe all state agencies should be made accountable for maintenance of their records and accurate enforcement of rules, policies, and regulations. 3. We believe all government officials, including judges, who act in violation of the U.S. or Oklahoma Constitution should be impeached and removed from office in a timely manner. 4. We believe the Attorney General should be removed from the District Attorney's Council so that locally elected officials have the proper degree of autonomy. 5. We believe that no governmental agency or private business should require from any citizen any information that is not essential to the direct performance of the agency's/ business's operation or mandate. We Support 1. We support reducing the size of state government to allow citizens to do those things that people can do best for themselves. 2. We support legislative efforts to repeal outdated and irrelevant statutes in keeping with the philosophy of smaller government and support the elimination or consolidation of redundant authorities, boards, commissions, and agencies. 3. We support providing an enforcement mechanism to ensure compliance with the Open Meetings and Records Act and with audit findings. 4. We support external annual performance and financial audits. The auditor shall not be selected by the audited agencies. 5. We support public disclosure of all financial records of public institutions including trusts, authorities, libraries, community foundations, all state retirement funds, and teacher retirement funds. 6. We support the Whistleblower Act which protects all public employees, including higher education employees. 7. We support all elected and appointed officials to aggressively uncover, remedy, and prosecute all waste, fraud, and abuse in government including the elimination of all unnecessary state agencies. 8. We support the repeal of Title 11, Section 22-104.1 of the OK Statutes, which enables a municipal corporation to engage in any business it is authorized to license. 9. We support mandatory random drug testing for all employees of the State of Oklahoma and recipients of public assistance with sanctions for positive test results. 31 10. We support and call on the Attorney General to vigorously enforce Article XXII, Section 1 of the Oklahoma Constitution which prohibits foreign governments from owning businesses or real estate in Oklahoma. 11. We support that the state of Oklahoma shall not exercise any eminent domain action until at least 90% of affected property holders/interests has been acquired without the threat of eminent domain. 12. We support enforcement of state and federal Anti-Trust laws regulating the mergers of domestic and foreign corporations that create monopolies resulting in a loss of competition, and detrimental to Oklahoma entities. We Oppose 1. We oppose any exemptions to the current Open Meetings and Open Records Act. 2. We oppose unfunded mandates by the State Legislature and state agencies. 3. We oppose the declaration of a United Nations Day in Oklahoma. 4. We oppose legislative actions that would alter current county government structures (i.e. Home Rule). 5. We oppose self-serving legislation and conflict of interest legislation. 32   2025 Oklahoma Republican Party Platform Committee Casey Wooley, Chair Lori Gracey , Vice-Chair Patricia Pope – Blaine Bryan Morris – Canadian Rachel Ruiz – Canadian John Spencer – Canadian LeRoss Apple – Cimarron Bruce Fleming – Cleveland Sherrie Hamilton – Haskell Gary Voelkers – Kay Julie Collier – McClain Leslie Mahan – Oklahoma Ruth Foote – Oklahoma Mark Harris – Oklahoma Robert Scott – Okmulgee Jason Shilling – Payne Mishela DeBoer – Rogers Patricia Lyle – Rogers John Doak – Tulsa April Dawn Brown – Garvin Amanda Bergerson – Logan Michelle Wax – Carter Jana Belcher – Grady

Join Dr. Clancy and his guests, Drs. Evelyn Ross-Shapiro, Sarah Shaffer, and Emily Walsh, as they discuss the complex set of symptoms and treatment options for those with significant symptoms from menopause.  CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=81895  Host: Gerard Clancy, MD Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Guests: Evelyn Ross-Shapiro, MD, MPH Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine Clinic Director, LGBTQ Clinic University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Sarah Shaffer, DO Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Vice Chair for Education, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Emily Walsh, PharmD, BCACP Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Iowa Health Care Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Gerard Clancy, his guests, and Rounding@IOWA planning committee members have disclosed no relevant financial relationships. Nurse: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hour. Pharmacist and Pharmacy Tech: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum of 1.00 ACPE contact hours. Credit will be uploaded to the NABP CPE Monitor within 60 days after the activity completion. Pharmacists must provide their NABP ID and DOB (MMDD) to receive credit. JA0000310-0000-26-029-H01 Physician: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.) References/Resources:   

From a recent SAND Community Gathering (December 2025). This urgent conversation, facilitated by Ashira Darwish and rooted in Haidar Eid's new book Banging on the Walls of the Tank, moves through the fractured present of Gaza, bringing forth a chorus of resistance, mourning, refusal, and clarity. This is a dispatch from within the rubble, the classroom, the lull between airstrikes. Together. Eid and Darwish hold the line inside the unbearable: the grief of ongoing genocide and the insistence on liberation; the impossibility of hope and the necessity of imagining otherwise. Their conversation refuses erasure, insists on dignity, and carries the clarity of those living under siege with purpose and memory intact. This conversation carries the vibration of Gaza's resistance outward, inviting listeners not just to witness, but to respond. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks 00:58 Context of the Gaza Genocide 02:23 Introducing Haidar Eid and Ashira Darwish 02:32 Haidar Eid's Background and Experience 03:19 Ashira Darwish's Introduction and Role 05:42 Haidar Eid's Personal Account of the Genocide 07:17 The Impact of the Genocide on Haidar's Life 09:51 Tribute to Fallen Colleagues and Students 11:55 The Importance of Palestinian Narratives 14:57 Historical Context and Ongoing Genocide 27:34 The Human Cost and Personal Stories 29:00 Protecting Stories and Dignity 29:40 Understanding Israeli Society and Zionism 32:33 The Role of International Support 34:08 The BDS Movement and Palestinian Civil Society 35:47 The Call for Global Solidarity 43:18 Banging on the Walls of the Tank 53:12 A Shift in the Global Narrative 58:17 Final Thoughts and Call to Action Resources Project Hope Palestine Catharsis Holistic Healing Palestine BDS Movement Ashira Darwish's Website Where Olive Trees Weep Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Dr. Shazia Parveen talks about how she celebrates the holiday of Eid in Pakistan and how she helped the children flood survivors celebrate life by planting trees to heal the earth.

In jener Zeit wurde Zacharías vom Heiligen Geist erfüllt und begann prophetisch zu reden: Gepriesen sei der Herr, der Gott Israels! Denn er hat sein Volk besucht und ihm Erlösung geschaffen; er hat uns einen starken Retter erweckt im Hause seines Knechtes David. So hat er verheißen von alters her durch den Mund seiner heiligen Propheten. Er hat uns errettet vor unseren Feinden und aus der Hand aller, die uns hassen; er hat das Erbarmen mit den Vätern an uns vollendet und an seinen heiligen Bund gedacht, an den Eid, den er unserm Vater Abraham geschworen hat; er hat uns geschenkt, dass wir, aus Feindeshand befreit, ihm furchtlos dienen in Heiligkeit und Gerechtigkeit vor seinem Angesicht all unsre Tage. Und du, Kind, wirst Prophet des Höchsten heißen; denn du wirst dem Herrn vorangehen und ihm den Weg bereiten. Du wirst sein Volk mit der Erfahrung des Heils beschenken in der Vergebung seiner Sünden. Durch die barmherzige Liebe unseres Gottes wird uns besuchen das aufstrahlende Licht aus der Höhe, um allen zu leuchten, die in Finsternis sitzen und im Schatten des Todes, und unsre Schritte zu lenken auf den Weg des Friedens.(© Ständige Kommission für die Herausgabe der gemeinsamen liturgischen Bücher im deutschen Sprachgebiet)

Pakistan's Ahmadiyya Muslim community continues to be severely and systematically persecuted by the government. The Pakistani government has enacted a series of discriminatory laws and ordinances that restrict Ahmadiyya Muslims' ability to observe their faith, including identifying as Muslim. In the first half of 2025, spikes in targeted violence against the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan have contributed to a growing climate of fear. Authorities have increasingly prevented Ahmadiyya Muslims from sacrificing animals during Eid and have conducted “preventative arrests” ahead of the religious holiday.  On today's episode of the USCIRF Spotlight Podcast, USCIRF Commissioner Stephen Schenck speaks with Amjad Khan, a lawyer and spokesperson for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA, on the current situation for Ahmadiyya Muslims in Pakistan.With Contributions from:Veronica McCarthy, Public Affairs Specialist, USCIRF

Dickens' A Christmas Carol stands out strongly from his other works, but not because it's so different, really, in what it hopes to accomplish. Critiquing society, drawing attention to the world outside the doors of the wealthy in Victorian England, hoping to create social change... this was Dickens. But it's in A Christmas Carol that he condenses this message and provides joy in equal measure with distress. I've read a lot of Dickens, though I never did quite manage to finish Bleak House even after carrying it around for months, but it's A Christmas Carol that most stays with me, and that most feels like a doable add to a high school curriculum filled with many voices. At the same time, we can't talk about A Christmas Carol without considering how it centers Christmas. If you're going to teach this book, consider how you can also acknowledge the many other holidays that happen in this season - Diwali, Hanukkah, Eid, Lunar New Year, and more. I recently redid all the imagery in my winter holiday maker project (snag it free here) because I realized that although I had tried to keep Christmas from dominating, it was still too red and green. Take a look at the simple changes I was able to make (below) to create a more inclusive project, featuring imagery from many holiday traditions. And if you'd like to explore more inclusive holiday activities, you can find a bunch in this round up blog post.  But to come back to Dickens, I think it's important to use the vehicle as a book to discuss Dickens' desire to use his art to create change, his context in Victorian England, and the transformation of his character, Scrooge, rather than seeing it as mainly a fun holiday activity, because of course, many students do not celebrate Christmas and so reading a Christmas story won't necessarily feel like a fun holiday activity to them. IKYK. OK, with all this said, let's dive in to five creative activities you can use with this text, whether you choose to read the play, watch the movie, or some combination. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you! 

Iowa's cancer rates are among the highest in the country, and they are rising. In this episode of Rounding@Iowa, Dr. Gerry Clancy and guest experts Dr. Mary Charlton and Dr. Mark Burkard discuss the data, risk factors, and prevention strategies clinicians can use to make a difference. CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=81274  Host: Gerard Clancy, MD Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Guests: Mark E. Burkard, MD, PhD Professor of Internal Medicine-Hematology, Oncology, and Blood and Marrow Transplantation University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Director, University of Iowa Health Care Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center Mary Charlton, PhD Professor of Epidemiology Director, Iowa Cancer Registry Iowa College of Public Health Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Clancy, Dr. Burkard, Dr. Charlton, and Rounding@IOWA planning committee members have disclosed no relevant financial relationships. Nurse: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 ANCC contact hour. Pharmacist and Pharmacy Tech: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum of 0.75 ACPE contact hours. Credit will be uploaded to the NABP CPE Monitor within 60 days after the activity completion. Pharmacists must provide their NABP ID and DOB (MMDD) to receive credit. UAN: JA0000310-0000-25-090-H99 Physician: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.) References/Resources:  Iowa Cancer Plan  

In this special episode, we examine what happens when a country with decades of digital-state experience meets a nation only beginning to debate digital identity. Estonia's Chief Information Officer, Lauri Luht, and long-time e-Residency advocate Adam Rang, unpack the UK's sudden pivot toward eID, the misconceptions shaping public fears, and the practical realities behind privacy, data protection and cyber resilience. They explain why digital identity is not a threat to civil liberties but a prerequisite for transparency, how trust is built through consent and accountability, and why culturally aligned design, not “one-size-fits-all” solutions, determines success. The conversation also explores the soft-power impact of Estonia's digital reputation and the opportunities that a well-implemented eID unlocks for both citizens and the private sector. 

On this week's episode, Tim Gole shares how sheep farmers can increase their profits by shifting from responding to problems to preventing them in the first place.Tim runs ForFlocksSake, a vet-based sheep consultancy company. After a lightbulb moment during the drought, Tim became a self-confessed sheep fanatic.With both Tim and Mark clearly in their element, they spend nearly an hour talking all things sheep. They discuss lifetime ewe programs, scanning strategies, the use of genetics to make production easier and more profitable, and the benefits and drawbacks of EID. They also cover reproductive efficiency, worm control lessons and lots of other sheep-related topics. Head Shepherd is brought to you by neXtgen Agri International Limited. We help livestock farmers get the most out of the genetics they farm with. Get in touch with us if you would like to hear more about how we can help you do what you do best: info@nextgenagri.com.Thanks to our sponsors at MSD Animal Health and Allflex, and Heiniger Australia and New Zealand. Please consider them when making product choices, as they are instrumental in enabling us to bring you this podcast each week.Check out Heiniger's product range HERECheck out the MSD range HERECheck out Allflex products HERE

El programa 2788 de Radiogeek, les habló de varios temas importantes. Hoy les contamos de los primeros problemas que esta teniendo la función Quick Share de Google en los Pixel 10, luego los avances de Xiaomi en HyperOS 3, donde tendrán acceso a compartir archivos entre los smartphones y los dispositivos macs entre otras funciones muy interesantes, ademas tenemos que el Parlamento Europeo intenta impulsar el uso del eID para limitar a los menores de 16 años en el acceso a las redes sociales y por supuesto como un caballo de Troya en la seguridad y para cerrar con la defensa de OpenAI en relación al joven que se suicido en abril supuestamente por ChatGPT. Toda esta información la pueden encontrar desde nuestra web www.infosertec.com.ar o bien desde el canal de Telegram/Whastapp, o Instagram. Esperamos sus comentarios.

(0:00) Intro(0:02) Khutba, Qur'ani Aayaat, Dua(1:25) Kal Ki Fikar Karna – Shariat Ka Nazariya(3:19) Aane Wala Kal Hai Kya?(4:07) Saal Ka Maal Gold Form Mein Jama Karne Ka Faida(4:51) Tawakkul Ke 3 Darjat(5:29) Duniya Mein Sunwai Kiski Hoti Hai?(6:39) Agar Siyasatdan Sach Bolna Shuru Kar Dein To?(8:15) MD Karachi Ki Commitment – Sector 10 Ka Pani(9:15) “Haji Trump” Ka Nobel Inaam(10:15) Jamaat-ul-Muslimeen Ke Tukray(11:07) Social Media Par Haqq o Baatil Ki Jang(12:17) Log Haqq Bayan Karne Walay Se Naraaz Kyun Hote Hain?(15:18) Dhokebazi vs Haqq Goi – Kirdar Ki Value(16:01) Shadiyon Mein Sadgi Ka Mayar(17:39) Dost Ki Shadi Par Lighting Ka Waqia(18:17) Mufti Sahab Ki Tamam Shadiyan Sadgi Mein(19:06) Topic Changing Par Tanqeed Ka Jawab(19:31) Nabi ﷺ aur Hazrat Ayesha RA Ka Sadqa Wala Waqia(20:53) Masla: Zawal Se Pehle Roze Ki Niyyat(21:22) Bhooka Rehna – Sunnat ya Sawab?(23:08) Bakri aur Oontni Ka Doodh Peene Ka Sunnat Tariqa(25:24) Hajj Mein Bhook Ke Waqt Nabi ﷺ Ki Khorak(26:37) Mufti Sahab Ne Hajj Mein Ye Hadis Bayan Ki(27:08) Islam Mein Khane Ke Sunnat Mauqay (Gosht, Khajoor)(28:45) Motapay Ki Wajah(29:37) Waleema, Eid, Aqeeqa – Sunnat Khane Ka Fiqhi Pehlu(30:57) Japan Par Mufti Sahab Ki 15 Saal Pehle Ki Peshgoi(32:48) Mufti Sahab Ke Bachon Ke Aqeeqay(33:35) Nasal Rokna – Islami Nazariya(35:32) Eid-ul-Fitr Ka Khana(36:17) Gosht Zyada Khana vs Hamara Haal(37:48) Nabi ﷺ Ke Liye Khaas Ahkaam(41:29) Nasab Mein Walid Ki Ehmiyat(42:00) Shadi Ke Baad Bivi Ka Naam – Bap Ka Naam Lagana?(42:39) Secular Society Ka Mustaqbil(43:10) India Ke Gaon Ka Haal(43:43) Ulama Par Aetrazat vs Nabi ﷺ Ka Tawakkul(44:41) Dunyadar Ka Tawakkul – Paisa Bachanay Ka Khauf(45:47) Corrupt Insan Ki Soch(46:28) Maal Gin Gin Kar Rakhne Walay(46:50) Walid Ko Doosri Shadi Ki Ijazat Na Dene Wali Aulaad(47:46) “Sher” – Mazahiya Qissa(48:33) Maal Jama Karne Walay – Hisab Likhna Zaruri(49:28) Havas Wala Ginna – Bad Tareen Kanjoosi(50:25) Aala Darja Ke Kanjoos Log(51:51) “Makhi Choos” Kanjoos(52:09) Mufti Sahab Ki Naseehat Apne Baiton Ko(52:37) “Paisay Ee Nai Ain” Waqia(53:42) Mufti Rasheed Ahmed RA Ki Majlis(54:36) Aadmi Jo Ganderiyan Kha Raha Tha(55:05) Gold Save Karne Wali Khawateen(56:02) Whyman Channel – Rishtay vs Individualism(57:38) Chamuni Aapa Ka Chini Ka Waqia(58:24) Doosron Ke Paison Se Karobar Karne Wale(59:26) Qarzon Mein Phanse Aadmi Ko Mashwara(1:01:52) Rafee Bhai Ki Khoobi(1:02:36) Mufti Sahab Ke Tajurbaat(1:03:53) Makhlooq Ke Samne Haath Phelane Ki Nahoosat(1:04:19) Tawakkul Ke Darjat(1:04:50) Balanced Tawakkul – Kharch aur Saving Ka Taqazaa(1:07:01) 90 Saal Ke Buzurg Ki Planning(1:07:41) Karachi vs Punjab – Susti Mein Farq(1:08:34) Bakery Wale Ka Waqia – Sust Mulazim Ka Badalna(1:11:39) Karachi Ki Tehzeeb(1:12:22) Karobar Mein “Munh Ke Fire”(1:13:14) Khulasa Bayan + Dua(1:17:40) Islam – Logic Ka Mazhab Ya Naqal Ka?(1:25:55) Mazahiya Mazaq – Jhoot Ko Baad Mein Sach Kehna?(1:26:49) Free Will – Insan Ashraf-ul-Makhlooqat, Jinnat Kyun Nahi? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our second to last mid-month book news episode in 2025, we highlight some of the latest Asian American publishing announcements, and catch up on the latest book news for November 2025!Upcoming books mentioned in our publishing news:Overrated by Gene Luen Yang & Jacob PerezInk & Blood: Poetry and Power in the Lives of Emperor Li Yu and Chairman Mao by Chun Yu; illust. Sungyoon ChoiThe Peacock Throne by Zeba Shahnaz Forest Freaks by Nat IwataMei Mei the Bunny by Laufey; Illusy. Lauren O'HaraAunties by Pooja Makhijani; illust. Ruchi MhasaneThe Girl, the Village, and the Terrible Thunder by Aimee Yealim Lee; illust. Hyewon YumJade vs. the Claw Machine by Margaret Chiu Greanias; illust. Heather Brockman LeeSun's Eid by Natasha Khan KaziThe Echo of Empires by Shameen Abubakaruntitled picture book biography of Katherine Sui-Fun Cheung by Cheryl Kim; illust. Nicole Wong. Mongoose's Holi Party by Darshana Khiani; illust. Abhilasha KhatriThe Gods Will Sing Our Song by Autumn KrauseEchoes Across the Water by Livia BlackburneWhat's for Iftar?! by Razeena Omar Gutta; illust. Esraa HederyBook news mentioned on this episode:2025 Goodreads Choice Awards begins (Asian authors nominated for awards listed below)Readers' Favorite FictionThe Emperor of Gladness by Ocean VuongA Guardian and Thief by Megha MajumdarThe Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran DesaiFavorite Historical FictionHomeseeking by Karissa ChanFavorite Mystery & ThrillerVera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man) by Jesse Q. SutantoFavorite RomanceKing of Envy by Ana HuangFavorite RomantasyA Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu MandannaAlchemised by SenLinYu Immortal by Sue Lynn TanFavorite FantasyRed City by Marie LuKatabasis by R.F. KuangWater Moon by Samantha Sotto YambaoFavorite Science-FictionHammajang Luck by Makana YamamotoSaltcrop by Yume KitaseThese Memories Don't Belong to Us by Yiming MaLuminous by Silvia ParkLocal Heavens by K.M. FajardoFavorite HorrorWhat Hunger by Catherine DangBat Eater and Other Words for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee BakerImmaculate Conception by Ling Ling HuangFavorite DebutHomeseeking...

We begin by noting that the same way Obamacare stifled choice and competition in health care, Trump's ridiculous endorsements are stifling our ability to get better candidates and run competitive primaries. Next, we're joined by cattle rancher Breeauna Sagdal of the Beef Initiative to discuss a Manhattan Project plan to reinvest in America's independent ranchers and farmers. We don't need subsidies and handouts. She highlights all of the ways government policies are locking up grazing lands and hay stockpiles, which drives up the cost of ranching. She also warns that property taxes and inheritance taxes are shoveling farms out the door to corporations that are tied to foreign interests. Meanwhile, our government continues to push the tokenization of natural assets, which ties into EID and the AI agenda. We are either with food and humans or tokenization and the fake world of transhumanism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Join Dr. Clancy and his guest, Dr. Hinkle, as they discuss rural health workforce shortages and best practices to have a positive impact.  CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=80982  Host: Gerard Clancy, MD Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Guests: Hana Hinkle, MD Assistant Dean for Rural Health Professions and Director of the National Center for Rural Health Professions Director, Illinois Area Health Education Center Network Program Research; Assistant Professor Departmetn of Family and Community Medicine University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Gerard Clancy, his guests, and the members of the Rounding@IOWA planning committee have disclosed no relevant financial relationships. Nurse: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 ANCC contact hour. Physician: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.) References/Resources:  National Center for Rural Health Professions, University of Illinois College of Medicine: https://ncrhp.uic.edu/   Illinois AHEC Network Program: https://ilahec.uic.edu/  Rural Medical Training Collaborative: https://ruralmtc.org/   Hinkle, H. E., Sheppard, A. B., Fess, K., Olson, H. R., & Squires, E. (2024). Key themes of community-oriented primary care projects from a longitudinal, rural interprofessional health professions curriculum (1997–2023). BMC Medical Education, 24(1), 1215. https://bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12909-024-06190-8 

Feliks Banel's guest on this BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY is Melissa Slager, who earlier this year published a historical novel called "Contests of Strength," which focuses on the Cascadia Tsunami of January 26, 1700 and its impact on the Makah people living near what's now Cape Flattery and Neah Bay. While researching and writing her book over a period of 14 years, Ms. Slager worked closely with members of the Makah Tribe, and learned the Makah language. Melissa Slager will be discussing her research at the Everett Public Library in downtown Everett, WA on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at an event which is free and open to the public. In her presentation, Slager will describe the impact of the devastating 1700 tsunami, and how indigenous survival stories worldwide offer a template for surviving the next "Big One." For more information about the event at Everett Public Library: https://epls.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=7339&month=11&year=2025&day=8&calType=0 For more information about "Contests of Strength" and author Melissa Slager: http://melissaslager.com/contests-of-strength CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes.

Learn how to use points & miles to perform Umrah with a family and travel the world to celebrate Eid in different cities. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________ Amena tells the story of how she met Matt and bonded around Palestine solidarity at the WITS Travel creator summit in NYC.  She then talks about her parents experience immigrating to the U.S. from India and Pakistan, her experience growing up in Dallas in a Muslim immigrant home, the impact of the post 9-11 environment on her life, and how she developed her politics and worldview. Amena then talks about her first trip back to India as an adult, performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia, seeing the Islamic architecture in southern Spain, celebrating Eid in Istanbul, and visiting Japan and London.  She then talks about performing Umrah as a family, shares strategies to accumulate points and miles to cover international family travel, and talks about her Umrah Guide. Finally, Amena talks about raising socially conscious kids, integrating travel into their lives, and what travel means to her today.  FULL SHOW NOTES INCLUDING DIRECT LINKS TO EVERYTHING DISCUSSED ARE AVAILABLE HERE. ____________________________________ See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn  See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ____________________________________ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Please Leave a Rating and Review. It really helps the show and I read each one personally.  You Can Buy Me a Coffee. Espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)

You've got a product idea that means the world to you… maybe it's cultural, personal, or rooted in your own childhood traditions. But making it retail-ready without losing your mission? That's the challenge.In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I'm coaching Durrat, Toy Creators Academy alum, Accelerator grad, and founder of Dcraftsource, a culturally-inspired craft kit brand built to celebrate every kid and every culture.It all started with one handmade Ramadan kit for her daughter. And now, her card-making craft kits for Eid, Diwali, Christmas, and birthdays are bringing diverse celebrations into homes, classrooms, and (hopefully soon!) retail stores.Here's what we talked about:The packaging tip that instantly leveled up her productHow crafting can spark deeper cultural connection for kids and familiesHow she turned one niche seasonal kit into a scalable product lineWhat's stopping her from breaking into retail and how she's moving past itHow her Amazon launch blew up with no big ad spendIf you're trying to figure out how to go from maker to brand, or you're wondering how to bring more authenticity into your product line, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start building.Listen for these Important Moments![00:04:52] – Durrat reveals how one shift in her packaging design instantly elevated the perceived value of her product.[00:07:18] – Starting with a single Ramadan craft kit, Durrat shares how she built a full product line simply by keeping the structure the same and swapping out the themes.[00:10:34] – We explore how hands-on crafting opens the door to powerful conversations about identity, tradition, and cultural pride for kids and families.[00:21:47] – From hesitation around trade shows to confusion about retail outreach, we uncover what's been holding Durrat back and how she's building a smarter path forward.[00:29:13] – Her Christmas kit hit #1 in Amazon's new releases category and she did it with no paid ads or big campaigns, just smart positioning and great timing.Send The Toy Coach Fan Mail!Support the showPopular Masterclass! How To Make & Sell Your Toy IdeasYour Low-Stress, Start-To-Finish Playful Product Launch In 5 Steps >> https://learn.thetoycoach.com/masterclass

This week's agriculture news highlights the ongoing impacts of the federal government shutdown, positive updates in state ag policy, and conversations within the dairy industry. Agriculture headlines this week include the suspension of USDA reports due to the government shutdown, California's official approval of E15 fuel sales, updates on national biofuel plans and soybean tariffs, and how low Mississippi River levels could influence crop pricing. We also cover the latest CME/Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer results on farmer sentiment, a lawsuit moving forward that challenges USDA's electronic identification (EID) tag requirements, the new wage rate rule for the H-2A program now in effect and celebrations for both National Co-op Month and National Farmer's Day! Today's first interview is with Elizabeth De Vries-Dykstra and Bram DeVries of 4-D Ag Fashion and World discussing the state of the dairy industry and why high-visibility (HI-VES) workwear is becoming increasingly important for farms and insurance purposes. They also share insight into whether farmers are still investing in equipment and facility upgrades Another conversation on today's episode is with Suzanne Fanning, Chief Marketing Officer for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. She highlights the state's checkoff latest campaign, aiming to strengthen the connection between consumers, farmers and the people behind dairy products. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

We're keeping the chronic rhinitis conversation going in this week's episode of BackTable ENT. Otolaryngologist Dr. Greg Davis joins Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah to break down his approach to posterior nasal nerve (PNN) ablation with the NeuroMark Gen 3, including patient prep, anesthesia, technique, and postoperative care.---This podcast is supported by:Neurent Medical http://neuromark.com/---SYNPOSISBeyond his posterior nasal nerve ablation technique, Dr. Davis shares his experiences with the various generations of the NeuroMark device, and also discusses the insurance and billing side of its use. The conversation also touches on topics like eustachian tube dysfunction, chronic cough, and the future of chronic rhinitis treatment.---TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction03:04 - NeuroMark Device Trials04:15 - Patient Presentation and Diagnosis11:50 - Medical Management and Treatment Options21:44 - Procedure Setup and Anesthesia Protocol30:49 - Understanding RF Devices and Their Usage31:13 - Deploying the Device for Turbinate Treatment31:52 - Tips and Tricks for Difficult Anatomy33:58 - Posterior Nasal Nerve Ablation in the OR34:40 - Addressing Posterior Nasal Drainage and Chronic Cough36:51 - Impedance Control vs. Temperature Control RF38:02 - Choosing the Right Device for Patients40:52 - Managing Post-Procedure Care and Risks53:18 - Insurance and Billing56:13 - Final Thoughts and Future Directions---RESOURCESDr. Greg Davis https://www.gregdavismd.com/ 10th International Otolaryngology Underwater Update Coursehttps://ssf.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=1254

For decades, rural Oregon counties that contain large swaths of federally owned forest land have depended on a share of timber revenues from federal logging to fund schools, law enforcement and other essential public services. These payments were originally meant to offset the loss of property tax revenue that counties could not collect on federal lands. But when logging on these lands slowed drastically in the 1990s due to new environmental protections — like the Endangered Species Act — those payments plummeted.    In response, Congress stepped in with a temporary fix: the Secure Rural Schools Program. First passed in 2000, Congress reauthorized it multiple times over the years until it allowed it to expire in 2023. Congress which it enacted in 2000 and reauthorized multiple times until it expired in 2023. The lapse in the SRS reauthorization has triggered the default distribution of the significantly reduced timber revenue to counties.    The federal budget process has introduced new complications as well. President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law in July, requires federal agencies to ramp up logging. But it also includes a provision redirecting all proceeds from timber sales on lands in counties to the federal government — threatening one of the last fiscal lifelines for rural governments to fund its core services.   With counties facing budgeting shortfalls that carry big consequences, questions about how to create a long-term sustainable path forward have taken on new urgency. Lane County Commissioner Heather Buch and Klamath County Commissioner Derrick DeGroot — whose counties receive the second- and third-highest federal payments in Oregon after Douglas County — join us, along with Mark Haggerty, a senior fellow at the liberal-leaning thinktank Center for American Progress to talk about the challenges Oregon’s rural counties face and what a stable funding model for these counties might look like.   Curry County Commissioner Jay Trost declined to participate in the conversation but provided OPB with a statement:  Curry County has the second lowest property tax rate in Oregon at .59 per thousand of assessed value and like most Oregon Counties, we have not been able to keep up with the inflation over the past 4 years.  We had to endure a 31% reduction in the county budget for the 24/25 fiscal year, we were able to maintain that with no further budget reductions in the 25/26 budget because of timber revenues that came in and covered the annual employee role up costs.  These O&C timber funds allowed us to remain fairly status quo in terms of service delivery.  Going forward if those funds are not made available to us, we will most likely see more reductions in county services.  We are working diligently to think outside the box, identify alternative solutions that will maximize each dollar and become more efficient. These efforts will help and are necessary, however the reality remains the same, if we don’t receive timber revenues, and or PILT (payment in lieu of taxes)  payments we will have to make cuts.  We remain confident that the federal legislature will correct the language needed to ensure that counties like ours that rely on natural resources revenue will not be negatively impacted.    

It's The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they talk about the latest import and export news, where check off dollars are being allocated and to whom and how to market those Gelbvieh about Balancer feeder cattle.  Plus a whole lot more of the cow stuff on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show.  Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Season 5, EPISODE 254 Source & Age Verification Program For Feeder Cattle Sired By Gelbvieh & Balancer Bulls What Is the Balancer® Edge Program? The Balancer® Edge program, developed by the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA), is designed to add value for cattle producers by verifying Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics in their herds. To qualify, at least 75% of sires must be registered Gelbvieh or Balancer bulls, with each bull carrying a minimum of 25% Gelbvieh genetics. Verification Requirements for Producers Participation in Balancer® Edge requires simple but essential documentation, including: First and last calf born dates Headcount support Registration papers of sires to confirm Gelbvieh genetics This verification process ensures genetic accuracy and builds buyer confidence in Gelbvieh and Balancer-influenced cattle. Market Value Through Source & Age Verification (SAV) Since its launch in 2004, Source and Age Verification (SAV) has been a proven tool for U.S. beef producers. Balancer® Edge automatically qualifies cattle for SAV, opening doors to value-added marketing programs such as: China Export Verification Program Non-Hormone Treated Cattle (NHTC) Program for the EU Verified Natural Beef GAP 5-Step Animal Welfare and others Additionally, Balancer® Edge documentation can: Establish cattle age at the processor Serve as proof of maturity for grading purposes Ensure cattle qualify as A maturity if under 30 months of age at harvest Third-Party Verification With IMI Global The AGA has partnered with IMI Global, an accredited, independent verification company. IMI Global evaluates livestock attributes, production practices, and compliance to ensure unbiased and trustworthy certification for Balancer® Edge participants. Cost & Tag Options for Producers Enrollment in Balancer® Edge is affordable and straightforward: $3.00 per head (includes tags + application processing) Producers may select from 982 or 840 EID tags (840 EID tags require a premise ID) Combo sets (visual tag + EID) available for an additional $1.25/head Standard turnaround time: approx. 2 weeks from order date Rush orders available for an extra fee Why Choose Balancer® Edge? By participating in the Balancer® Edge program, producers gain: Verified Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics Access to global and domestic value-added beef markets Documentation for age, source, and maturity verification Affordable verification backed by trusted third-party certification Find out more from the American Gelbvieh Association, and marketing programs by clicking HERE. Cattle Industry News Cattlemen's Beef Board Approves $38 Million Budget The Cattlemen's Beef Board (CBB) will invest approximately $38.1 million into programs of beef promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing, and producer communications during fiscal 2026, subject to USDA approval. In action at the end of its September 3-4 meeting in Denver, Colorado, the Beef Promotion Operating Committee (BPOC) approved Checkoff funding for a total of 14 "Authorization Requests" - or grant proposals - for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. The committee, which includes 10 producers and importers from the Cattlemen's Beef Board and 10 producers from the Federation of State Beef Councils, also recommended full Cattlemen's Beef Board approval of a budget amendment to reflect the split of funding between budget categories affected by their decisions. REFERENCES: https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/cattlemen-s-beef-board-approves-38-million-budget-lists-priorities-it-will-invest USDA OK's New Tech For Beef Grading USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is moving forward with the use of three new vision grading instruments to support the agency's beef grading program. AMS approved the use of new technologies that produce marbling scores for Prime, Choice and Select grades for beef, according to a statement announcing the tech updates. The three new vision grading instruments also will assist in the application of Yield Grades and measuring of the ribeye area that often is used in scores of Certified Beef Programs. These certifications are issued by a range of organizations and companies, including Certified Angus Beef, National Beef Certified Premium, Tyson's Chairman's Reserve Certified Premium Beef and Nolan Ryan's Tender Aged Beef, for example. The technology allows for consistent, uniform application of USDA beef grades, which drive payments for producers, help value determinations for packers and communicate quality to U.S. consumers. For a reference chart, click HERE. REFERENCES: https://meatingplace.com/usda-oks-new-tech-for-beef-grading-procedures-programs/ Global Cattle Prices Continue To Rise While Exports To China Dwindle  Global export volumes of U.S. beef to China were down 19% in July compared to a year earlier and are down 8% through the first seven months of 2025, as the mainland China market withers in the trade war. China was the fourth largest destination for U.S. beef last year but President Donald Trump's tariffs on China starting in February soured trade relations. In March, China revoked export licenses for U.S. producers, leaving the beef industry with only a few eligible exporters. Compared to the first seven months of 2024, exports to China are down 46% and down 47% by value at $481 million. Among the top six destinations for U.S. beef, only South Korea booked a volume increase through July — up 9% by both volume and value. All the others, including Japan, Mexico, Canada and Taiwan, are off so far this year. However, according to a recent Rabo Research Report, global cattle prices continue to rise as global volumes are contracting.  Although, for example, beef imports from Brazil into the U.S. rose 25% compared to last year in the first half of 2025, higher tariffs will have a material impact on the trade between Brazil and the US, analysts assured. In Europe, the tight market is also attracting higher imports. The latest round of U.S. tariffs included an additional 40% on the already existing 10% global rate and 26.4% non-quota duty on Brazilian beef imports. Brazil supplied a record volume of beef into the U.S. in the first half of 2025, and RaboResearch believes this additional tariff will have a material impact on the trade between Brazil and the U.S. Nearly a month after the U.S. began applying further import tariffs on Brazilian beef, shipments remain strong in a year-over-year comparison, and shipments to the U.S. have remained relatively stable even after the tariffs have taken effect. REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/beef-takes-it-on-the-chin-as-exports-to-china-dwindle/ https://meatingplace.com/global-cattle-prices-continue-to-rise-rabobank Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Harold Bertz – American Gelbvieh Association https://gelbvieh.org/ Follow on Facebook: @AmericanGelbvieh Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert https://www.auctiontime.com/ https://www.livestockmarket.com/ https://www.equinemarket.com/ Follow on Facebook: @LivestockMkt | @EquineMkt | @AuctionTime Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX https://www.stonex.com/ Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/  

As young progressives across the country continue to gain inspiration from the likes of Zohran Mamdani in New York, even here in Texas we're seeing fresh faces pop up in interesting places: in the cases of Ric Galvan in San Antonio and John P. Bowers III in Rowlett, the freshest faces on both of those Texas City Councils! We caught up with both of them to get an inside view of how things are getting underway, and what they look forward to tackling for their communities moving forward.Learn more about San Antonio City Council Member Ric Galvan at https://www.sa.gov/Directory/Departments/Mayor-Council/City-Council/D6/Biography.Learn more about Rowlett City Council Member John P. Bowers III at https://www.rowletttx.gov/directory.aspx?EID=674.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how you can support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

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Texas House of Representatives recently passed resolutions recognizing March 23 as "Pakistan Day" and acknowledging the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr . Additionally, the proposed development of "EPIC City," a Muslim-led community project in Plano, has raised debates about cultural assimilation and the preservation of Texan values Check out our sponsors: ✅ Patriot Mobile - https://patriotmobile.com/partners/chad ✅ Birch Gold - Text CHAD to 989898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Allie's dad is here to give us the latest on Trump's tariffs and the escalating tensions online. Is a trade war on the horizon, or is Trump's plan to eliminate our trade deficit actually working? And is Kevin O'Leary right in saying that we should quadruple our tariffs on China? Ron is here to answer all of our pressing questions, and he gives some free advice on how much people should worry about the stock market. And we also talk about the recent American Girl post celebrating the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Fitr as part of its "Cultural Celebrations" outfit line. Of course, all cultures and religions are represented ... except Christianity? What's up with that? Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Buy Ron's book, "Life Lessons from the Little Red Wagon: 15 Ways to Take Charge and Create a Path to Success": https://a.co/d/3Qyj0T8 Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (04:25) American Girl Eid al-Fitr Post (15:25) American Girl holiday posts (19:38) American Girl's other woke dolls (22:35) Smart Girl's Guide to Body Image (30:33) Ron Simmons on tariffs and the stock market  --- Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — Get 20% off women's vitamins with We Heart Nutrition, and get your first bottle of their new supplement, Wholesome Balance; use code ALLIE at https://www.WeHeartNutrition.com. Good Ranchers — Go to https://GoodRanchers.com for their Spring Into Action special, and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) to get free bacon, ground beef, seed oil free chicken nuggets, or salmon in every box for a year. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use code ALLIE at checkout. EveryLife — The only premium baby brand that is unapologetically pro-life, and praying for more babies in 2025. If you and your spouse are believing for a baby in 2025, now through April 11th, sign up at EveryLife.com/Pray to request prayers. Lumen — If you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to https://www.lumen.me/RELATABLE to get 20% off your Lumen. --- Related Episodes: Ep 1127 | The Islam-LGBTQ Alliance Taking Over the West — and Targeting Christianity | Guest: Andrew Sedra https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1127-the-islam-lgbtq-alliance-taking-over-the/id1359249098?i=1000685075483 Ep 720 | American Girl Betrays Girls & the SEL Trojan Horse | Guest: James Lindsay https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-720-american-girl-betrays-girls-the-sel-trojan/id1359249098?i=1000589293861 Ep 1155 | School Choice Lies: What's Really Happening in Texas | Guest: Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1155-debunking-the-biggest-school-choice-lies/id1359249098?i=1000698938321 Ep 1135 | My Reaction to Lily Collins' Surrogacy Announcement & Trump's Tariffs Explained | Guest: Ron Simmons https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1135-my-reaction-to-lily-collins-surrogacy-announcement/id1359249098?i=1000689433386 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices