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00:00you're tuned in to daily world podcast where we unhack today's top stories from around the world
00:14i'm angela and the date is june 8th 2025 let's begin
00:20concerns have emerged regarding the installation of starlink internet service in the white house
00:27as it reportedly bypasses security controls designed to prevent data leaks and hacking
00:32white house security staff have expressed fears that the satellite connections could expose
00:37sensitive information to potential threats prompting investigations by the house oversight
00:42committee in response to escalating protests against immigration enforcement president
00:48donald trump has authorized the use of the national guard and regular armed forces to protect federal
00:53personnel and property this action is framed as a response to what is deemed rebellion against
00:59u.s government authority with a deployment of at least 2 000 national guard members for up to 60
01:04days protests in los angeles have intensified leading to this federal response local officials
01:11including california governor gavin newsom criticized the federal intervention asserting that local
01:16authorities were capable of managing the situation without outside help the protests followed ice
01:22operations that resulted in multiple arrests and clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement
01:27in colombia presidential candidate miguel uribe terbay was shot during a campaign event in bogotรก
01:35sustaining serious injuries the incident occurred when a man approached and opened fire leading to a
01:41shootout that injured at least one other person the suspected attacker has been apprehended and uribe was
01:47rushed to a medical center for treatment a secret russian intelligence document reveals deep-seated
01:54suspicions within the fsb regarding china's espionage efforts despite the public portrayal of a strong
02:00partnership between russia and china the document outlines concerns about chinese attempts to recruit
02:06russian spies acquire military technology and influence territorial claims highlighting a complex
02:12relationship between the two nations germany's major general christian freuding reported that ukraine's
02:19drone attack on russian airfields likely damaged about 10 percent of russia's strategic bomber fleet
02:25including 295 tu-22 bombers and a 50 surveillance planes despite these losses freuding noted that russia
02:33still retains 90 of its strategic bombers which may need to conduct more sorties potentially leading to
02:40quicker wear and tear on the remaining aircraft in a related development errol musk father of
02:46billionaire elan musk is set to attend the pro-kremlin forum of the future 2050 in moscow hosted by far-right
02:54ideologue alexander dugin his attendance comes amid increasing scrutiny of elan musk's comments regarding
03:00us aid to ukraine and his emerging criticisms of president trump with errol expressing admiration for
03:06russian president putin ukrainian president volodymyr zelensky strongly rejected president trump's analogy
03:14comparing the russia-ukraine conflict to children fighting in a park emphasizing the seriousness of
03:20the situation and labeling putin as a murderer zelensky highlighted the profound pain experienced by
03:27those affected by the war contrasting it with a detached perspective of those not directly involved
03:32hungarian prime minister victor orban is rallying far-right allies to undermine eu institutions as he
03:40faces increasing domestic opposition and declining popularity his recent speech at spot highlighted his
03:46strategy to consolidate power and obstruct eu sanctions while 20 eu member states have urged him
03:52to reverse authoritarian measures that threaten democracy in hungary france has initiated investigations
03:59into allegations of complicity in genocide against french israelis related to the obstruction of
04:05humanitarian aid to gaza this move highlights the tension surrounding the ongoing conflict and the
04:12international response to the humanitarian crisis in the region in a different context german politician
04:19joachim strait is advocating for canada to join the eu viewing it as a potential ally amid changing global
04:26dynamics despite challenges due to eu membership criteria he believes canada's strong economy and ties
04:32to europe make the idea worth exploring especially as public interest in the concept grows
04:39china has agreed to expedite rare earth export license approvals for certain european companies
04:44to alleviate disruptions in global supply chains caused by its strict controls this decision follows
04:50concerns from european officials about delays affecting manufacturers and comes amid ongoing trade
04:56discussions between china and the eu regarding various trade issues polish president-elect carol noraki
05:04expressed his opposition to ukraine's entry into the european union emphasizing that while poland supports
05:10ukraine in its conflict with russia it must also consider its own national interests he highlighted concerns over
05:17competition in agriculture and logistics reiterating the need for ukraine to respect the interests of its allies
05:25a recent levada center survey indicates that for the first time in 13 years most russians no longer
05:31consider the united states their main enemy with the percentage dropping from 76 to 40 the u.s has fallen to
05:38fourth place in the ranking of hostile countries with germany the uk and ukraine now leading the list
05:44reflecting changing perceptions amid hopes for improved diplomatic relations under president trump's
05:49potential return to the white house amid president trump's return to power european nations are
05:56expressing concerns about their reliance on u.s intelligence viewing it as a potential vulnerability
06:02this growing apprehension reflects broader anxieties regarding national security and autonomy in
06:07intelligence matters a u.s marshal was mistakenly detained by ice agents in tuxan arizona due to a
06:16misidentification based on a general description of a suspect the marshall's identity was quickly confirmed
06:22leading to his release without incident this event occurs amid a notable increase in immigrant arrests by ice
06:29in india a world bank report highlights a significant decline in the extreme poverty rate dropping from
06:3627.1 percent in 2011 to 12 to 5.3 percent in 2022 to 23 this shift has lifted 269 million individuals out
06:47of extreme poverty attributed to various government initiatives aimed at improving access to housing
06:53health care and financial services across both rural and urban areas research from mcgill university
07:00reveals that methane emissions from dormant oil and gas wells in canada are seven times higher than
07:05previously estimated the study identifies that a small number of unflood wells contribute significantly
07:11to these emissions suggesting the targeted monitoring could help reduce methane leaks and assist in
07:17meeting climate targets in the united kingdom a recent study indicates that affluent individuals show little
07:25willingness to change their high-carbon lifestyles despite increasing awareness of climate change many
07:31prioritize personal comfort over environmental considerations reflecting a resistance to altering established habits
07:39a 21-year-old british tourist was found dead in albufera portugal after being reported missing
07:45his death is not considered suspicious and adds to a concerning trend of british tourists dying in the
07:51region including a recent incident involving a scottish man who fell into a ravine during a stag do
07:59a study has linked glp-1 receptor agonist medications commonly used for diabetes and weight loss to a higher
08:06risk of developing age-related macular degeneration in diabetic patients those using these drugs for over six
08:12months faced double the risk which increased two more than three times for those on the medication for
08:18over 30 months a systematic review has established a significant association between attention deficit
08:26hyperactivity disorder and irritable bowel syndrome suggesting that gut health may play a crucial role in
08:31managing adhd symptoms this research highlights the importance of considering gastrointestinal health in the
08:38context of adhd research from imperial college london indicates that children from poorer backgrounds may
08:46biologically age faster than their affluent peers the study found shorter telomeres and higher cortisol
08:52levels in low affluence groups suggesting that environmental factors related to family affluence can
08:57impact cellular aging and long-term health outcomes documentary filmmaker ken burns has unveiled his latest
09:05project aimed at fostering unity in america he emphasizes the importance of shared history and collective
09:11identity in addressing current societal divisions concerns have been raised about the potential dangers of
09:18seeking relationship advice from ai tools like chat gpt the reliance on such technology may lead to
09:25delusions and unhealthy relationship dynamics as ai lacks the nuanced understanding of human emotions that a
09:32therapist or trusted friend can provide david attenborough's new film ocean serves as a reminder of the urgent
09:39threats facing marine life due to industrial practices while showcasing the beauty of ocean ecosystems it
09:46also reveals the impact of human activity calling for a global commitment to protect 30 of the ocean by 2030
09:55scientists from the scti institute and uc davis have documented humpback whales creating large bubble
10:01rings during friendly interactions with humans suggesting potential play or communication
10:07this behavior contributes to the study of non-human intelligence and highlights the curious nature of these marine mammals
10:15a large study conducted in the netherlands has established a consistent link between
10:19inflammation and symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as cognitive impairments
10:25chronic low-grade inflammation may influence emotional well-being and cognitive function
10:30indicating a need for further exploration of these associations
10:35research indicates that climate change is occurring at a pace that exceeds the ability of corals to migrate to
10:41cooler waters posing a significant threat to coral ecosystems as they struggle to adapt to rising temperatures
10:49in bavaria germany a car drove into a crowd in passau with police suspecting a personal motive related to a
10:56custody dispute involving the driver several individuals including the driver's wife and daughter were injured
11:02but none are in life threatening condition the investigation continues as the driver has been detained
11:10a clinical trial testing the life extending drug loy2 on senior dogs has reached a significant
11:16milestone with the enrollment of its 1000th participant a 10-year-old miniature dachshund named
11:22winston the stay study aims to extend healthy lifespans in dogs by inhibiting the hormone igf-1
11:29with a goal of recruiting a total of 1300 dogs to understand the drug's effects better
11:36dropbox ceo drew houston has criticized return to office mandates comparing them to forcing people back
11:42into outdated malls and theaters houston advocates for remote work emphasizing its efficiency and alignment
11:49with modern work preferences as many employees favor the flexibility of working from home this
11:54perspective reflects a growing trend in the business sector where companies are re-evaluating their
11:59workplace policies in response to employee needs and preferences thank you for tuning in to daily world
12:07podcast i'm angela stay connected to world events and we'll catch you in the next broadcast
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