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Back to EpisodesFriday, December 27th, 2024 - Israel strikes Yemen; Russia hits Ukraine; Int’l student travel warnings, NY climate act; WA H5N1 outbreak; Williamson eyes DNC
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Today’s Headlines: Israel launched airstrikes in Yemen targeting Houthi-controlled sites after recent missile and drone attacks, while Biden condemned Russia’s Christmas Day assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. U.S. universities urged international students to return early ahead of Trump’s inauguration, fearing potential travel bans. New York passed the Climate Change Superfund Act, requiring major polluters to pay for climate damages. In Washington, a bird flu outbreak at a wildlife sanctuary killed 20 large mammals, including over half the big cats. Lastly, Marianne Williamson announced her candidacy for DNC chair, pushing for party reform to avoid electoral setbacks.
Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:
- NY Times: Israel Bombs Yemeni Airport and Ports After Houthi Missile Launches
- Axios: Biden pledges more U.S. arms to Ukraine after Russia's Christmas attack
- CNN: US universities urge international students to return to campus before Trump inauguration
- NY Times: Hochul Signs Law That Penalizes Companies for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- NPR: Bird flu has killed 20 big cats including cougars at a U.S. wildlife sanctuary
- Politico: Marianne Williamson launches bid for DNC chair
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