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AI agents are taking charge. They’re booking appointments, managing your inbox, and handling tasks with minimal input. They promise convenience, but some have leaked data, made surprise purchases, and even tried to replicate themselves. Big Tech and the military are betting big on their future. As we hand over more control, are we ready for what comes next? In this episode: Grace Huckins (@grace_huckins), AI Reporter, MIT Technology Review Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Amy Walters, Diana Ferrero, and Sonia Bhagat, with Phillip Lanos, Melanie Marich, Marya Khan, Kisaa Zehra, Farhan Rafid, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. The Take production team is Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, Spencer Cline, Sarí el-Khalili, Diana Ferrero, Tracie Hunte, Tamara Khandaker, Kylene Kiang, Phillip Lanos, Chloe K. Li, Melanie Marich, Amy Walters, and Noor Wazwaz. Our editorial interns are Marya Khan, Kisaa Zehra, and Farhan Rafid. Our host is Malika Bilal. Our engagement producers are Adam Abou-Gad and Vienna Maglio. Aya Elmileik is lead of audience engagement. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Brazil’s former president is under house arrest after its Supreme Court found Jair Bolsonaro had violated social media and political messaging rules. Now on trial for an alleged coup attempt, President Trump has called Bolsonaro’s prosecution a “witch hunt” and hit Brazil with 50% tariffs, an interference President Lula calls a breach to national sovereignty. In this episode: Maria Martha Bruno, journalist, Agência Pública Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tracie Hunte, Noor Wazwaz, Amy Walters, Sonia Bhagat and Diana Ferrero, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra, Marya Khan, and Malika Bilal. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

AP correspondent Laurence Brooks reports on Israel's plans to take control of all of Gaza; fears that wildfires could reignite in southern France; and a plane crash in Nairobi that's killed at least six people

This week's show features stories from NHK Japan, France 24, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr250808.mp3 (29:00) From JAPAN- Japan set a new all-time temperature on Tuesday, 40C equals 104 F. Wednesday was the 80th anniversary of the US dropping an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, killing 140,000 people within a year. US Space Agency NASA will fast track efforts to build a nuclear power plant on the moon- China and Russia have a joint plan to build one there later. South Korea and the US are postponing military drills allegedly because of high temperatures. Israeli media say that Netanyahu plans to completely occupy the Gaza Strip because of Hamas. From FRANCE- Arwa Damon, founder of International Network of Aid, Relief, and Assistance, is interviewed following Netanyahu announcing commercial aid might be allowed to enter Gaza- she describes the scale of the starvation and the flow of aid actually needed. She says only the US has the capacity to influence Netanyahu. The UN Environmental Program is hosting a summit attempting to create a treaty to combat plastic pollution. An interview with Professor Bethanie Carney Almroth on the severity of the problem with plastic pollution and the human health risks that are manifesting now. From CUBA- Brazilian President Lula da Silva has criticized former president Bolsonaro as a traitor for defending the 50% tariff announced by Trump. He also restated the need for an alternative currency to the dollar for international trade, one of the main proposals at a recent BRICS summit. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "Although September 11 was horrible, it didn't threaten the survival of the human race, like nuclear weapons do." -- Stephen Hawking Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

Are US tariffs about to end the ‘add to cart’ era? President Donald Trump’s move to end the de minimis exemption closes a loophole used by Shein, Temu, and others to ship duty-free. With costs likely passed to shoppers, consumers are starting to rethink the real price of ultra-cheap clothing. In this episode: Aja Barber (@ajabarber), Author, Consumed Episode credits: This episode was produced by Noor Wazwaz, Amy Walters, Sonia Bhagat, and Sarí el-Khalili, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Marya Khan, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Joe Plourde mixed this episode. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Trump ordena reubicar submarinos nucleares tras los comentarios de Medvedev Cuatro de cada diez jóvenes españoles quisieran trasladarse a otro país Vivir la noche en Madrid Esquilador, un oficio en declive en España Avances en la búsqueda de la consciencia

L'accordo commerciale tra Stati Uniti ed Europa   La Moldavia si avvicina ad elezioni più critiche che mai La serie M - Il figlio del secolo non avrà una seconda stagione Case a un euro: sogno o incubo?  Poveglia, l'isola “bene comune”

La Justicia condena al expresidente colombiano Álvaro Uribe  Los recortes sanitarios de Milei ya matan a pacientes  El Papa intenta seducir a los influencers católicos Objetivo: matar a Lula Francia quiere que se pueda dormir la siesta en el trabajo

Labor activist Chris Smalls is back in the US after imprisonment and abuse by Israeli forces for joining the Handala Freedom Flotilla to Gaza. He tells us about his time in detention, the silence from the US, and what the flotilla movement means for worldwide solidarity with Palestinians facing genocide. In this episode: Chris Smalls (@Shut_downAmazon), Founder of The Amazon Labor Union Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Sonia Bhagat and Julia Muldavin, with Sarí el-Khalili, Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra, Marya Khan, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

A student uprising shook Bangladesh, toppling its most powerful leader. After 15 years in office, Sheikh Hasina’s grip on power broke under the pressure of a movement that began with a dispute over government jobs, and ended with her fleeing the country. To mark the anniversary, here’s the first episode of 36 July: Uprising in Bangladesh, the new season of Al Jazeera Investigates. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Trump’s tariffs kick in… shocking some long-standing trading partners. US allies go their own way to force diplomatic shift on Gaza. And… YouTube to be included in Australia's teen social media ban. During our International News Review, “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys speak to Steve Okun, CEO APAC Advisors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tel Aviv nightlife and the Burger King order of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were among the talking points of a viral podcast interview with the Nelk Boys. Influencer-driven podcasts are seeing a broader trend of interest in friendly interviews from world leaders and politicians, from Donald Trump to Kamala Harris. What happens when the powerful speak to massive new audiences without journalism? In this episode: Nathan Robinson (@NathanJRobinson), Editor-in-Chief, Current Affairs Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, and Noor Wazwaz, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra, Marya Khan, and our guest host Manuel Rapalo. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist for a global round-up of the day’s top stories. In the U.S., former President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order imposing tariffs on nearly 70 countries, including steep hikes for Brazil, Syria, and Myanmar, as part of what he calls a “new system of trade.” In the UK, sacred jewels linked to the Buddha’s remains have been returned to India after outrage over a planned Sotheby’s auction, with the 127-year-old Piprahwa relics now set for public display. And in South Carolina, workers discovered a radioactive wasp nest at a former nuclear facility, raising alarm even though no wasps were present and officials insist there's no danger. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist for a global round-up of the day’s top stories. In the U.S., former President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order imposing tariffs on nearly 70 countries, including steep hikes for Brazil, Syria, and Myanmar, as part of what he calls a “new system of trade.” In the UK, sacred jewels linked to the Buddha’s remains have been returned to India after outrage over a planned Sotheby’s auction, with the 127-year-old Piprahwa relics now set for public display. And in South Carolina, workers discovered a radioactive wasp nest at a former nuclear facility, raising alarm even though no wasps were present and officials insist there's no danger. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump says AI is too “woke.” His executive order targets what he sees as liberal ideology in artificial intelligence tools in federal tech. But what biases already exist in AI tools like chatbots, and can the technology ever truly be neutral? In this episode: Alejandra Montoya-Boyer (@alejandramontyb), Senior Director, Center for Civil Rights and Technology Episode credits: This episode was produced by Diana Ferrero, Chloe K. Li, Marcos Bartolomé, and Julia Muldavin with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Marya Khan, Kisaa Zehra, and our guest host, Manuel Rápalo. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhemm. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

This week's show features stories from Radio Deutsche-Welle, France 24, NHK Japan, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr250801.mp3 (29:00) From GERMANY- As of today, Trump has made a deal with the EU for a 15% tariff on goods to the US, with some important exceptions. A DW correspondent Christine Mhundwa explains some of the criticism from European countries, and the questions of the legality of these tariffs under WTO trading rules. From FRANCE- First some European press reviews about the US-EU tariff deal. Then press on the UN conference on Gaza which the US and Israel boycotted- Arab nations urged Hamas to disarm and end its rule in Gaza, while Canada and France said that they will recognize Palestinian statehood. Meanwhile the King of Jordan said the Gaza crisis is the worst in modern history. The Trump administration said it will be rescinding the fact that greenhouse emissions endanger human health, and eliminate all US regulations controlling them. An interview with Dan Becker, Director of the Safe Climate Transport Campaign about the effect this could have on the US economy and global environment. From JAPAN- Clean up of 880 tonnes of molten nuclear fuel and structures at the Fukushima nuclear power plant will not begin until the late 2030s at the earliest. North Korean senior figure has dashed hopes of reunification as proposed by the new South Korean president. The upcoming Australian ban on social media for those under 16 will now include Youtube. From CUBA- Activists have been gathering in the English city of Bristol to create a global Sumud flotilla, with dozens of boats leaving from different ports to break the Israeli blockade of Gaza. The airdrops of aid to Gaza have been ineffective and dangerous to the starving residents. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "What we call the personality is often a jumble of genuine traits and adopted coping styles that do not reflect our true self at all but the loss of it." -- Gabor Mate Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

She was accused of having an affair. Then shot dead on camera, allegedly under orders from a tribal council in Balochistan. But only after the video of the killing went viral did authorities in Pakistan arrest suspects. What does the killing of Bano Bibi and Ehsan Ullah reveal about what it takes for victims to get justice? In this episode: Sadia Baloch (@sadiabalochssb), Human Rights Defender Episode credits: This episode was produced by Noor Wazwaz, Chloe K. Li, and Tamara Khandaker with Marya Khan, Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Melanie Marich, Kisaa Zehra and our guest host, Manuel Rapalo. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Lo dice el Tribunal de la Haya: un medio ambiente saludable es un derecho humano “Caso Montoro”: España se abona a los escándalos de corrupción, ahora con uno en la derecha En Ibiza, las discotecas monopolizan las ambulancias y saturan la sanidad ¿Es sensato poder votar a los 16 años? En Reino Unido creen que sí Basado en hechos reales: los controvertidos true crime nacionales 

Il futuro della Libia La Reggia di Caserta cancella il concerto di Valerij Gergiev Il pubblico, sotto i riflettori  Un nuovo Caravaggio per il mercato dell'arte? Il vino italiano esplora nuovi mercati

En Argentina, el servicio de agua de la capital va a pasar a manos privadas Pedro Sánchez, en busca de liderazgo en Latinoamérica La batalla contra la gentrificación en Ciudad de México Archivos de Martin Luther King: ¿transparencia o cortina de humo?  El Festival de Teatro de Aviñón honra a Gisèle Pélicot 

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a ceasefire after clashes along their disputed border, home to centuries-old temples and decades-old tensions. The conflict is tied to political dynasties, shifting alliances, and the growing influence of China. Can this ceasefire hold? In this episode: Tony Cheng (@TLCBkk), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili, with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Marya Khan, Kisaa Zehra, Melanie Marich, Julia Muldavin, Diana Ferrero, and our guest host, Natasha del Toro. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on new figures on Gaza deaths; a new poll finds fewer Americans support Israel's war in Gaza now; Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire just about holding; and Russia strikes Ukraine again.

The International News Review, where global headlines meet real-time analysis. Steve Okun, CEO of APAC Advisors is back in the studio! First up, the recent US-Japan trade agreement: what does this mean for Singapore’s economic outlook and Asia’s broader strategic positioning? Next, we turn to troubling developments in Indonesia as the U.S. expands pressure on forced labor investigations. We’ll keep a high-level lens on the latest unrest along the Thailand-Cambodia border, with implications for regional stability. And finally, China and the EU lock horns in Beijing as President Xi urges Europe to choose wisely amid growing trade tensions. Join “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's show features stories from Radio Deutsche-Welle, NHK Japan, France 24, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr250725.mp3 (29:00) From GERMANY- Public broadcasting in Europe may face the loss of government funding like what has happened in the US. An interview with the Director General of Reporters Without Borders Thibaut Bruttin about the importance of public broadcasting and a European bill, the European Media Freedom Act, which recognizes citizens rights to diverse sources of reliable information. The International Court of Justice has ruled that climate change is an existential threat and failing to protect the environment could be a violation of international law. The case centered around the sea level changes in Vanuatu, with Lucia Shulten reporting. From JAPAN- The South Pacific Island of Tuvalu is expected to be under water in coming decades and Australia has offered some climate visas for residents. The Trump administration has told UNESCO that they are withdrawing from the agency. 28 countries, including Japan and the European Union have called for an immediate ceasefire and distribution of aid in Palestine. From FRANCE- Mexico City is seeing large protests against gentrification caused by immigrants with more money moving into rental units. More than 100 aid organizations are warning about the man-made mass starvation being created in Palestine- an interview with Israeli reporter Noga Tarnopolsky. From CUBA- Under cuts from the Trump administration, the EPA, the Environmental Protection Agency, will shut down its scientific research branch. Police in the UK have now arrested more than 100 citizens for holding signs saying that they support the group Palestine Action, a Pro-Palestinian group that disrupts the arms industry in the UK. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "Arguing that you don't care about the right to privacy because you have nothing to hide is no different than saying you don't care about free speech because you have nothing to say." -- Edward Snowden Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

¿El fin del late night en Estados Unidos? La fiesta de Yamal Museos, ¿fotos sí o fotos no? Ayuso saca a licitación un centro para hombres agredidos sexualmente Susurradores de chatbots

Se l'intelligenza artificiale diventa aggressiva Com'è andata la Conferenza per la ricostruzione dell'Ucraina? La protesta contro gli esami di maturità Jannik Sinner incoronato a Wimbledon I dieci anni della Apple Academy di Napoli

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the latest international headlines.

Dimite la ministra cubana de Trabajo tras afirmar que en la isla sólo hay “mendigos disfrazados”  Javier Milei califica una dura derrota en el Senado como “golpe de Estado institucional” Cuando la Inteligencia Artificial no es tan inteligente La “residencia musical” de Bad Bunny en Puerto Rico ejercerá un enorme impacto económico sobre la isla Jannik Sinner conquista Wimbledon

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports evacuations are taking place in a troubled Syrian province; Save The Children say the situation in Gaza has never been so bad; Russia pummels Ukraine's capital again; and rescuers save hundreds of Indonesians from a stricken ferry.

Power Plays, Public Health, Pop Culture Shifts & Scrambled Eggs in the Heartland. Welcome to this week’s International News Review. We’re joined by Lin Suling, Opinion Editor at The Straits Times, to unpack the stories that we found interesting this week and one that cracked us up.First, the MAGA movement is in turmoil as Trump’s reversal on Epstein documents sparks backlash from his base. Next - here at home… the Health Sciences Authority’s intensified crackdown on drug-laced vapes has led to dramatic arrests in Bishan and Yishun.Across the Pacific, CBS has announced the end of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, marking a seismic shift in late-night television. And finally, in a uniquely Singaporean twist, passers-by scrambled to salvage eggs from a roadside spill in Jurong West—a Singapore story. Join Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a new round of Russia sanctions; unrest in southern Syria continues; and Germany expels around 80 Afghans who had hoped for sanctuary there.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on an Israeli strike on a church in Iraq killed dozens; a ceasefire in the Syrian region of Sweida; Ukraine has a cabinet reshuffle.

This week's show features stories from Radio Deutsche-Welle, France 24, NHK Japan, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr250718.mp3 (29:00) From GERMANY- The death toll in Gaza as presented by the Hamas Ministry of Health is often reported with disclaimers in the western media suggesting they are exaggerated. Recent research from the University of London, led by Professor Michael Spagat, says the Hamas figures are short by 40%, meaning that the current death toll of Gazans is 100,000, or 4% of the entire population. Britain and France have agreed to coordinate their nuclear weapons without US involvement. This pact, known as the Northwood Declaration, is discussed by Scottish Professor Phillips O'Brien- he describes the pact as a decoupling from the US without saying it. From FRANCE- First a press review about the announcement by French President Macron that to be free we must be feared and a large increase in military spending. A press review on the 30th anniversary of the massacre of 8000 muslim men and boys in Srebrenica by Serbian forces during the Bosnian war. International comments after Israel dropped nearly 500 bombs on Syria, including Damascus, as punishment for battling with Druze forces who are Israeli allies. From JAPAN- Japanese electronics firm Panasonic opened a $4 billion plant in Kansas building batteries for electric vehicles. Australian PM Anthony Albanese met with Chinese President Xi during a 6 day visit to the country- they agreed to treat each other equally, though they critiqued each others large military exercises. A new law banning children under 16 from using social media in Australia comes into effect in December. From CUBA- 30 countries are meeting at a summit in Colombia to find a way to stop the war on Gaza- the collection of countries is called the Hague Group and were addressed by Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur for Occupied Palestine. A new Freedom Flotilla has left Italy to try to bring aid to Palestine- the crew includes a trade unionist from the US and several Parliamentarians. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "War itself is, of course, a form of madness. It is hardly a civilized pursuit. It is amazing how we spend so much time inventing devices to kill each other and so little time working on how to achieve peace." -- Walter Cronkite Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

Elon Musk anuncia la creación de un partido político El tren deja de ser fiable en España: averías, robos y caos en las estaciones   ¿Es necesario un Cristo gigante a las afueras de Madrid? La quimera del oro de Chaplin sigue vigente al cumplir un siglo Polémica en la Puerta del Sol

A Rio de Janeiro è andato in scena il summit 2025 dei BRICS L'Europa fa i conti con il caldo record Andrea Bajani ha vinto il Premio Strega 2025 Fragile: una mostra per raccontare la condizione umana attraverso il vetro  Nuove barriere per proteggere i quadri esposti alla Galleria degli Uffizi 

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Israel has hit Syria's capital in an escalating conflict between Druze fighters and the Syrian army; more deaths at an aid distribution site in Gaza; and Russia keeps up assaults on Ukrainian cities.

Donald Trump anuncia aranceles del 50% a Brasil El grupo BRICS condena los bombardeos a Irán y defiende el multilateralismo Venezuela anuncia la apertura de la primera fábrica de municiones Kaláshnikov en el continente americano Johannes Kaiser, candidato presidencial de la extrema derecha chilena, afirma que apoyaría un nuevo golpe de Estado Elon Musk anuncia la creación de un nuevo partido político

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Israel's military has killed scores more Palestinians in Gaza Sunday into Monday ; US envoy to Ukraine arrives in Kyiv for talks; EU trade ministers meet after Trump announces a surprise 30% trade tariff.

The International News Review with Steve Okun. Saturday Mornings Host Glenn van Zutphen and Co-host Neil Humphreys look at who might be the next US Ambassadors to Singapore and Malaysia (and the swirling controversy around both!), Ukraine will be getting an unexpected missile defense system to protect against Russian aggression. And Singapore-based artist Sean Dunston’s Chinatown mural of the smoking samsui woman gets a new “interpretive plaque” bearing an anti-smoking message. But what message does it send?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on a potential US trade war with Brazil; Rubio's visit to ASEAN wraps up, and UN Rapporteur for Occupied Palestinian Territories responds to sanctions placed upon her.

AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on more Israeli strikes in Gaza as the US attempts to punish Israel's critics; Russia strikes Kyiv overnight; Bangladesh indicts its former Prime Minister.

This week's show features stories from NHK Japan, France 24, Radio Deutsche-Welle, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr250711.mp3 (29:00) From JAPAN- Taiwan has begun its longest ever live fire military drills and evacuation drills in major cities. Ukraine again increased its attacks on military sites deep into Russian territory. At a 2 day summit in Brazil, leaders of BRICS expressed concern about the tariff policies of Trump. Vietnam got a reduced tariff from Trump after allowing the development of his his golf course, purchasing Boeing jets, and increased imports of LNG. From FRANCE- A business report on the latest Trump tariffs especially a 50% levy on Brazil, which actually has a trade surplus with the US. Human caused climate change made Europe up to 4 degrees Celsius last week which researchers say resulted in an additional 2500 deaths from the heatwave. From GERMANY- Israeli PM Netanyahu is promoting his vision for Gaza which involves relocating all civilians out of the territory- this could be considered a crime against humanity and a war crime. The defense minister has proposed a so-called humanitarian city in Rafah, where all Gazans would be placed with no exit. Several experts discuss the prospects including Rene Wildangel, a former policy fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations. From CUBA- In the UK belonging to or supporting a group called Palestine Action has become a terror crime, 29 citizens were arrested last weekend for holding signs supporting the group. The death toll of Palestinians waiting to get food from the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has risen to 700. At the BRICS summit an alternative international payment system is moving forward. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." -- Alvin Tofler Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

Desmantelada la USAID Llega a España la primera ola de calor del verano La pereza… ¿un derecho? El matrimonio entre personas del mismo sexo cumple 20 años en España La catástrofe predicha por un cómic manga afecta al turismo a Japón

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Europe's human rights court has found Russia did commit violations in Ukraine and was behind Flight MH17's downing; Russia continues its aerial assault on Ukraine; Israel pummels sites in Gaza leading to dozens of death; and the aftermath of deadly flooding in Nepal.

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on new Israel attacks on Yemen facilities; Russia keeps up intensive attacks on Ukraine; a Australian women is found guilty of deadly mushroom poisonings; and an Indonesian volcano erupts.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a ferry tragedy in Indonesian waters; and fresh news from the Mideast, where dozens of Palestinians die, many while hunting for aid; and according to accounts and videos obtained by The AP American contractors, guarding aid distribution sites in Gaza, are using live ammunition and stun grenades.

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