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20/20

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Unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high profile stories. Now listen twice weekly, with The 20/20 True Crime Vault each Wednesday.
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The Coming Storm

BBC Radio 4

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America through the looking glass - enter a world where nothing is as it seems. As America heads into a presidential election, Gabriel Gatehouse dives back into the labyrinthine rabbit warren of American conspiracy culture. Whilst liberals across the world worry about a possible return of Donald Trump, millions of Americans are convinced that their democracy has already been highjacked - by a sinister Deep State cabal. How did this happen? And who is behind it? That's the story that Gabriel ...
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Don't have time for a full news hour? Listen to the PBS News Hour, segment by segment. Our full coverage of politics, science, arts, health, national and international news is included in this feed in easy-to-digest 5 to 10 minute segments. Segments are published each night by 9 p.m. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full show, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app ...
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In a pivotal year for the United States, democracy and global affairs, Britain's biggest podcast, The Rest Is Politics, launches stateside with Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci. The Rest Is Politics: US uncovers the secrets from inside the Biden and Trump inner circles, as well as taking a wider look at the intricacies of US society and how they shape the world's most important economy. New episodes released every Friday. The Rest Is Politics: UK, with Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell, is ...
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CANADALAND

CANADALAND

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The best newspaper in Canada is a podcast. Original reporting, sharp political analysis, and media criticism you won’t get anywhere else. Keeping you informed about what’s happening now in your country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Rachman Review

Financial Times

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Gideon Rachman, the Financial Times chief foreign affairs columnist talks to the decision-makers and thinkers who are shaping world affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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​Presented by ​Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features​ expert guests ​and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.
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Through her unique approach to storytelling, Rachel Maddow provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynamic, connecting the dots to make sense of complex issues. Maddow also conducts thoughtful interviews with individuals at the center of current news ...
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Welcome, everyone, to the The GovNavigators Show - a government focused show that won’t make you seasick. We hope to enlighten and enliven your week with news and insightful, entertaining guests all on the topic of government management. Check out more at www.govnavigators.com
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Making sense of our political hell every Tuesday and Friday! Oh God, What Now? is the no-bulls**t politics podcast, making the unbearable bearable with top quality guests and analysis, plus poor quality jokes. Regulars include: Dorian Lynskey, author of The Ministry Of Truth: A Biography of Orwell’s 1984 and host of Origin Story • Writer and commentator Ros Taylor • Rachel Cunliffe of the New Statesman • Writer and host of This Is Not A Drill Gavin Esler • Social affairs journalist Hannah Fe ...
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The longest running independent international affairs podcast features in-depth interviews with policymakers, journalists and experts around the world who discuss global news, international relations, global development and key trends driving world affairs. Named by The Guardian as "a podcast to make you smarter," Global Dispatches is a podcast for people who crave a deeper understanding of international news.
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Do you ever feel like reality is shifting beneath your feet? Veteran journalist Ray Suarez spent forty years covering elections, civil wars, and pandemics that shaped the way we live. He’s seen entire countries flipped upside down and right side up… and now he’s here to bring a sensible voice to our endless doom-scrolling. Each week, Ray hosts conversations with journalists, leaders and policy experts that explore how people from New Hampshire to New Guinea are navigating our rapidly changin ...
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Analysis

BBC Radio 4

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Programme examining the ideas and forces which shape public policy in Britain and abroad, presented by distinguished writers, journalists and academics.
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Grattan Institute

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Everything you need to know about Australian public policy. Grattan Institute is dedicated to developing high quality public policy for Australia’s future. Our podcasts cover a range of public policy topics focusing on the main issues facing Australia. Our podcasts concentrate on budget policy, economic growth, energy, health, institutional reform, household finances, school education, and disability policy.
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The McCarthy Report

National Review

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American freedom is secured by the commitment of our courts and our people to the rule of law. The McCarthy Report offers listeners in-depth analysis on the most pressing legal questions facing the country. Alongside NATIONAL REVIEW editor in chief Rich Lowry, veteran prosecutor and law professor Andy McCarthy leverages his decades of legal experience to cut through the noise of media hysteria with sober-minded, thoughtful commentary.
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Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.
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The Morning Edition

The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

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The Morning Edition (formerly Please Explain) brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host Samantha Selinger-Morris from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, weekdays from 5am.
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Purplish

Colorado Public Radio

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Purplish is CPR News' weekly podcast about state politics, state government, Colorado policy, and political identity. This season the show is hosted by public affairs reporters Bente Birkeland and Andrew Kenney. Each week while the legislature is in session, they'll break down the latest developments, look ahead to what's next, and dive into the bigger picture of what it all means.
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Open to Debate

Open to Debate

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America is more divided than ever—but it doesn’t have to be. Open to Debate offers an antidote to the chaos. We bring multiple perspectives together for real, nonpartisan debates. Debates that are structured, respectful, clever, provocative, and driven by the facts. Open to Debate is on a mission to restore balance to the public square through expert moderation, good-faith arguments, and reasoned analysis. We examine the issues of the day with the world’s most influential thinkers spanning s ...
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The Trojan Horse Affair

Serial Productions & The New York Times

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A strange letter appears on a city councillor’s desk in Birmingham, England, laying out an elaborate plot by Islamic extremists to infiltrate the city’s schools. The plot has a code name: Operation Trojan Horse. The story soon explodes in the news and kicks off a national panic. By the time it all dies down, the government has launched multiple investigations, beefed up the country’s counterterrorism policy, revamped schools and banned people from education for the rest of their lives. To Ha ...
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Australian Institute of International Affairs

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Podcasts from the Australian Institute of International Affairs www.internationalaffairs.org.au
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PolicyCast

Harvard Kennedy School

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Our hosts speak with leading experts in public policy, media, and international affairs about their experiences confronting the world's most pressing public problems.
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Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.
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Midland Government Television, a station within the MCTV Network, broadcasts programs related to government affairs in the City of Midland. Examples of programming include government meetings and library events. The MCTV Network Government Affairs Podcast presents programming coinciding with presentations on Midland Government Television. To view programming you've heard on this podcast, check out MGTV. MGTV is available to Charter and UVerse subscribers in Midland, Michigan. MGTV is channel ...
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The Explainer is a weekly podcast from The Journal that takes a deeper look at one big news story you need to know about. What's the background? Why is this in the news? Get the facts behind the story from Ireland's biggest news website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Russia, behind the headlines as well as in the shadows. This podcast is the audio counterpart to Mark Galeotti's blog of the same name, a place where "one of the most informed and provocative voices on modern Russia", can talk about Russia historical and (more often) contemporary, discuss new books and research, and sometimes talk to other Russia-watchers. If you'd like to keep the podcast coming and generally support my work, or want to ask questions or suggest topics for me to cover, do pl ...
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CBC Radio's Metro Morning keeps listeners informed about what's going on in Toronto and offers listeners an optimistic, sometimes humorous view of the world, together with the day's more serious news.
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Since the first Australian Parliament in 1901, time has been set aside to allow questions to be asked of ministers, colloquially known as Question Time. During this time, elected representatives hold the government accountable by asking ministers questions about their actions and decisions. The Prime Minister and Ministers are expected to answer these questions, providing transparency and insight into government affairs. Subscribe to listen back to Question Time from the Senate Chamber of Au ...
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While all eyes are on the presidential race, there also are several key down-ballot races that will determine the balance of power in Congress. Republicans in the House hold a razor-thin majority but Democrats are honing in on a handful of races to help them win back the lower chamber. Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www…
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In our news wrap Wednesday, catastrophic flash floods killed at least 95 people in Spain, Israel is expanding its military campaign beyond Lebanon's south as it targets what it says are Hezbollah strongholds, North Korea's top diplomat is in Russia for talks and authorities in Oregon say the suspect behind a series of ballot box fires is likely an …
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With less than a week until election day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making their final case to voters, laying out starkly different visions on a number of key issues. White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López takes a deep dive into the candidates' positions on health care. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/fu…
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American politics are divided in many ways, including based on their education background. To explore this so-called diploma divide, Judy Woodruff visited two neighboring, but very different, counties in Michigan where both candidates have repeatedly made their case as this year's campaign nears the end. It's part of her series, America at a Crossr…
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Just weeks before the holiday travel season, new airline refund rules went into effect across the country. They can mean big changes for when, and how, Americans get paid back for things like flight delays or mishandled baggage. They would also put an end to some haggling, communication breakdowns and frustration for passengers. Geoff Bennett discu…
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The U.S. election is being closely watched in Ukraine. Vice President Harris has promised to continue supporting Ukraine if she wins, while former President Trump has ridiculed military aid and claimed he could negotiate an end to the conflict. Special correspondent Jack Hewson met with American volunteer fighters who are considering whom to vote f…
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With the election days away, there is no shortage of reflections on American politics and democracy. Photographer Paul Shambroom has a unique view. His "Purpletown" project uses photos to examine the cities and towns most evenly divided politically. We spoke with Shambroom for our series, Art in Action, exploring the intersection of art and democra…
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We discuss the latest in the China-EU tariff saga, as Beijing takes a case to the World Trade Organisation, leaving some EU officials pondering whether a Trump presidency would help to create change in the bloc. Also on the programme: Canada publicly alleges that India’s home affairs minister was behind recent attacks on the Sikh diaspora. Then: we…
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Should we be surprised that the last week before the American presidential election is breaking historical records? Probably not. This is, after all, the race that has brought us assassination attempts (two). And an 11th hour candidate change. Still, never before in modern presidential election campaigns, has the race been this tight so close to el…
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Monocle’s Christopher Cermak reports from Washington as Emma Nelson discusses Hezbollah’s new leader choice with Edmund Bower in Beirut. Plus: influence operations and disinformation in Switzerland, historic Italian naval ship docks in Singapore and Bangkok’s Jay Fai announces that she is hanging up her apron. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…
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Is there more to Doug Ford’s buffoonery than $200 and a paper bag? As Scott Moe hangs on to a majority in Saskatchewan, Doug Ford scrambles to woo voters ahead of a probable election in Ontario, and it seems to be working. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Produ…
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It was a case that made national headlines. Shanann Watts and her two daughters, missing. Her husband Chris on television, pleading for their return. Then their bodies found at the oil site where he worked. What secret had Chris Watts been keeping? Originally aired: 12/07/2018 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Gabriel Gatehouse, producer Lucy Proctor and Ben Ansell, Professor of Comparative Democratic Institutions at Oxford University, in front of a live audience at the BBC’s Radio Theatre. As the team emerges from series 2, what have we learned about the future of democracy in an age of technological change and split realities? Producer: Lucy ProctorSou…
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Government officials are pushing back after Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber prematurely announced on X (formerly Twitter) that South Africa had signed a visa waiver agreement with Ukraine. Schreiber's post stated the deal was finalized, granting visa-free access to diplomats, but the Presidency clarified that no such agreement had been signed.…
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The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) is gearing up for a battle with BMW after the Labour Court rejected their urgent application to ensure fairness for over 500 workers facing dismissal due to alleged medical aid fraud. NUMSA claims that BMW refused to provide clarity on the charges, making it impossible for them to defend th…
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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to deliver the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement today, and for a welcome change, South Africa's economic outlook is looking up. The country's recovery from the pandemic has been driven by decreasing inflation, easing interest rates, and increased energy security, showcasing the economy's resilience. Minis…
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Parliament's Health Committee has called on the Department of Health to investigate ways to recover medical costs incurred while treating foreign nationals at state healthcare facilities. This comes as the committee seeks to ensure the long-term sustainability of South Africa's healthcare system. Health Committee member and DA MP, Michele Clark spo…
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The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU will today picket outside Parliament ahead of the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. The union is unhappy with the government's economic policies, which they believe have failed to address the country's economic woes. COSATU has been critical of National Treasury's austerity measures, which they …
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Botswana will head to the polls today, with President Mokgweetsi Masisi seeking a second term. He's facing challenges from three candidates, but analysts suggest the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has the edge, helped by a fragmented opposition. Botswana, a nation of 2.3 million, is the world's top diamond producer by value, and has built r…
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Metrolinx banned some e-bikes because of the fire risk. The TTC is looking to follow but voted to first study the risk and impact on gig workers. Host David Common speaks to TTC Chair Jamaal Myers about that balance. Also, writer Monika Warzecha talks about the "golden age of garbage clothing."
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Through her unique approach to storytelling, Rachel Maddow provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynam…
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In July 2024, the International Court of Justice delivered an Advisory Opinion on the legal consequences of the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories while, at the same time, examining alleged breaches of the Genocide Convention by Israel in the context of its war on Gaza in a separate case brought by South Africa. This panel of experts exp…
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Election Day is one week away and both candidates are racing to get their final messaging out to voters. Vice President Harris is delivering a major speech in Washington while former President Trump held events in Florida and Pennsylvania. Lisa Desjardins reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…
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An estimated 52,000 people are expected to be in attendance on the National Mall for Vice President Harrris' speech Tuesday night, according to DC Metropolitan Police. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports from The Ellipse with a preview of Harris' closing message. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…
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In our news wrap Tuesday, Hezbollah has chosen cleric Naim Kassem as its new leader, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned that Russia's planned use of North Korean troops on the front lines would push the war "beyond the borders" of Ukraine and Russia and President Biden is awarding nearly $3 billion to reduce air pollution from the nation's ports.…
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In northern Gaza, it was another day of mass death with Israeli airstrikes killing at least 88 people. Hundreds of thousands remain trapped and no substantial food or aid has been allowed into the besieged area for weeks. It comes as Israel's parliament passed measures that outlaw the UN agency charged with aiding Palestinians. Nick Schifrin report…
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The issue of education in America has barely been discussed in this campaign, despite there being very sharp differences between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on how best to teach children into the future. William Brangham looks into their positions on K-12 education for our promises and policies series. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.…
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Georgia is one of the most closely divided states in the country, where President Biden beat Donald Trump by fewer than 12,000 votes in 2020. This year, voters have shattered early voting records, casting more than 2 million ballots so far. Lisa Desjardins reports on how some of those voters are feeling in Savannah, the center of a growing region t…
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The economy and concerns around costs remain the top issue for many voters. Both candidates want to extend tax cuts, but they also have some big differences. Donald Trump wants to impose broad tariffs and deport undocumented workers, Kamala Harris has focused on creating tax credits and tackling price gouging. Geoff Bennett discussed how these plan…
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We're told if you're a victim of a crime, to go to the police and report it. But what happens when they don't believe you? From the Center of Investigative Reporting, Rachel de Leon tells how far one child had to go to prove her innocence. A word of caution, this story involves details of child sexual abuse. PBS News is supported by - https://www.p…
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With just one week to go until the US presidential elections, we assess whether the racist remarks made at Donald Trump’s New York rally will make any difference to voter decisions. Also on the programme: intelligence reveals that Russia will deploy up to 10,000 North Korean troops to Ukraine “within weeks”. Then: we discuss why Keir Stamer is so u…
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Until now, Level 6 has kept its secrets. The exclusive club in Australia’s most powerful hospitality empire has long entertained celebrities, scions living off their parents’ fortune. And the empire’s own top executives. But an exclusive investigation by our mastheads reveals claims of exploitation of female staff. As one former manager said of Lev…
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Liberal MP’s have hopped on the #TrudeauHasGotToGo bandwagon after 28 caucus members asked for his resignation. The PM is in a completely different arena than when he arrived nine years ago. So did he change? Or did we? Vox writer Zach Beauchamp sits down with host Noor Azrieh to unpack what kind of leaders are meeting this moment. What leaders are…
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72% of entrepreneurs experience mental health issues according to recent research. As Mental Health Month unfolds, award-winning entrepreneur Alison Weihe says she has witnessed firsthand how the pressures of running a business can lead to burnout, anxiety, and depression. Elvis Presslin spoke to Alison to elaborate further on her sentiments about …
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The Johannesburg Labour Court has affirmed that employers can dismiss workers involved in workplace moneylending schemes. This decision follows the dismissal of a senior employee at the Free State National Botanical Gardens, who was found loaning money to colleagues at 50% interest. A forensic investigation revealed the employee's moneylending was …
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The Correctional Services Department is probing allegations that wealthy inmates are bribing officials for special treatment. Reports suggest some prisoners, like businessman Thoshan Panday at Westville Correctional Centre, are paying for hospital holidays and other perks, essentially buying their way out of regular prison conditions. To shed more …
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The National Education, Health and Allied Workers Union (NEHAWU) is leading a picket at the Labour Court in Braamfontein today, to demand permanent employment for Community Health Workers nationwide. The Union's Day of Action protests is aimed at the National Department of Health's alleged failure to provide reasons for recurring fixed-term contrac…
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Controversy surrounds the uMkhonto weSizwe Party as members continue to express discontent over the appointment of new leaders. This after party leader Jacob Zuma recently welcomed former Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane and ex-ANC member Willies Mchunu to key roles. For expert insight, Elvis Presslin spoke to Professor Ntsikelelo Break…
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Three suspects are in custody for allegedly facilitating fake marriages between South African women and foreign nationals. This after a joint operation uncovered a secret Home Affairs office in Greyville, Durban, allegedly used to facilitate spousal visas. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mosa Chabane, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs…
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