Category Archives: News

Morning News Podcast: Big Winter Storm, Border Surge & Stimulus Checks

Dangerous winter storm batters western U.S, lawmakers blame opposing parties over border surge, and here’s why your stimulus payment may still be pending.

SATURDAY PODCAST: NEWS FROM LONDON (MARCH 13)

Emma Nelson with the weekend’s top stories. A look at the day’s papers, our editor in chief Andrew Tuck’s weekend column, plus the trouble that the UK is facing because of Brexit.

Morning News Podcast: Covid Pandemic At 1 Year, Illegal Border Crossings

One year ago today, the World Health Organization declared coronavirus a pandemic. Unauthorized border crossings are increasing, especially among unaccompanied minors. And, a sixth woman is now alleging sexual misconduct by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Morning News Podcast: Covid Relief Bill, States & Cities Ease Restrictions

Biden’s Covid-19 package on the verge of passing, more states cities ease coronavirus restrictions and body language tips for all those virtual meetings.

Morning News Podcast: Covid Relief Bill Analysis & Citizen Unrest In Senegal

Thanks to a parliamentary contortion called reconciliation, the $1.9trn covid-relief plan is likely to sail through—we examine what is in it and what its passage portends for lawmaking in the Biden era. 

Unrest is unusual in Senegal, but citizens are out in force; we ask about the roots of the protest mood. And what ever happened to bespoke ringtones?

Politics Monday: Tamara Keith And Amy Walter On The Covid Relief Bill (PBS)

NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including the American Rescue Plan, what passage of the massive aid package will mean for President Biden, the risks for Democrats and Republicans moving forward, and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s future.

Analysis: What Is Known About Iran’s Nuclear Sites

While Iran says it isn’t trying to build nuclear weapons, a look at its key facilities suggests it could develop the technology to make them. WSJ breaks down Tehran’s capabilities as it hits new milestones in uranium enrichment and limits access to inspectors. Photo illustration: George Downs