[Music] New analysis today of the fallout from Charlie Kirk's killing and how the public's reaction may say it all. >> The Kirk assassination this week has held up a mirror on our country right now and it's not a pretty picture. Right. The governor of Utah, Spencer Cox, just said on your air that he wonders whether or not this is the end of a dark period or another step toward an even darker period. and the reaction to what happened in the days after even the hours after the assassination indicates that it' ...

The American dream in 2025 cost a whopping $5 million. This is $600,000 more than it did last year. We're talking about retirement, healthcare, owning a home, two kids, sending them to college, having a new car every 10 years, having a pet thing is, as you know, if you make the median income throughout your whole working life, 25 to 65, you get to around 2.3% 2.4% million depending.There's that gap there. How does that compare versus last year. It went up 600,000.But we also added a little bit more around h ...

Democrats are signaling they're ready for a fight. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is taking a far tougher stance than he did back in March when he and nine other Democrats crossed the aisle to keep the government open. This time Schumer tells the Associated Press, quote, "Things have changed. " What's different now? Well, for one, public support for President Trump's so-called big beautiful bill remains underwater, down 22 points in the recent polls. And the most unpopular piece of that bill, deep cut ...

Senate Procedure & Political Maneuvering - Senate Republicans invoked the "nuclear option" to expedite confirmation of Trump nominees by lowering the threshold from 60 votes to a simple majority [1][2] - This change limits the minority party's (Democrats) ability to block nominees, though Republicans can still flag nominees [6] - The move is seen as a way to break the Democratic "blockade" of nominees, but Democrats argue Republicans will regret it when the situation is reversed [2] - Changes like this can undermine the bipartisan function of the Senate [7] Democratic Strategy & Challenges - Democrats face limited options in response to the rule change [8] - Some argue Democrats should have used similar tactics when they held power to advance their agenda [9][10] - A key point of contention is potential Medicaid cuts, which Democrats see as a salient issue for the midterms [20][21] - Democrats aim to portray Republicans as failing to protect Medicaid [21] Potential Government Shutdown - The report mentions the possibility of a government shutdown and Democrats' willingness to fight back [15] - Democrats are united in opposing legislation that doesn't include key healthcare provisions [16] - Democrats believe Republicans will be held responsible if a bipartisan deal isn't reached [16] - Democrats see leverage in fighting potential Medicaid cuts during budget negotiations [18][20]

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[Applause] wanted to share with us here today is um the significance of Katha in the world not just on the continent but in the world um the entire world regardless of where you're from whether it's Europe or Asia or the Americas is aging and fast. Except for Africa, except for subsaharan Africa, except for Nigeria, but most importantly, except for northern Nigeria. The median age in Germany is 47. In Japan is about 49. The median age in Nigeria is 18.In Kaza, it's even younger. What does that mean. It mean ...

Music Industry & Celebrity Culture - Wuang's new album is a part two from the first one, Supreme Client, created based on fan demand and features a variety of artists [2][3][5] - Artists feel pressure to take fans on a journey, carefully selecting beats and skits for the right feeling and order in their albums [4] - Reunion tours and new music are seen as amazing, highlighting the artist's continued relevance [6] Healthcare & Insurance - Healthcare insurance prices are rising, and while insurance companies are often blamed, employers play a significant role by seeking to reduce their own costs [7][8] - Employers negotiate with insurance companies to lower costs, which can lead to employees paying more [9][10] - Organized labor can play a role in negotiating healthcare benefits [12] Paparazzi & Digital Culture - Paparazzi need to "fall back" and show more respect for celebrities' privacy, as constant intrusion and disrespect can be detrimental [13][14][16] - The digital age, with widespread camera access and social media, exacerbates the issue of privacy for public figures [14][15][19] - The incentive for paparazzi and individuals to capture and share content is often driven by money and the desire for likes on platforms like TikTok [24]

Welcome to the beat. I'm Ari Melbour and we're following a lot tonight. Trump DOJ has launched a criminal probe against another political target.It gives away the lie that these are real investigations. We're going to call it as we see it. If there is criminal evidence against these people, we'll tell you about it, but right now it is a scandal engulfing the Trump administration.That's coming up. And also why these Epstein survivors who are trying to take back a story that's been hijacked say they're naming ...

Vaccine Safety and Public Health - The report highlights concerns about the undermining of public health efforts, particularly regarding vaccinations, and the potential dangers of misinformation [1][2][9] - It emphasizes the importance of scientific consensus and the negative consequences of casting doubt on vaccines, leading to missed vaccinations and increased disease outbreaks [7][8][11] - The discussion points out the historical success of vaccines in saving an estimated 154 million lives worldwide and the need to continue investing in scientific research for future health challenges [4][5][6][10] Political and Policy Implications - The report suggests a political divide regarding support for science-based healthcare policies, with concerns raised about the current administration's stance on vaccines and healthcare initiatives [1][2][3] - It mentions potential actions, such as impeachment hearings or letters to the president, that could be taken to address concerns about the undermining of healthcare [3] - The report underscores the importance of political leadership in supporting and promoting public health initiatives, particularly vaccination efforts [6] Impact of Misinformation - The report warns about the dangers of spreading misinformation regarding vaccines, drawing parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic where false information led to harmful actions and even deaths [9] - It highlights the potential for a "sizable event" due to the rise of measles cases, exacerbated by doubt and underinvestment in healthcare [11] - The report emphasizes the need for reliable information and the role of healthcare professionals in countering misinformation and promoting vaccination [9]

It's a great pleasure and honor to be here and uh be a part of this TEDex event. Today I'm going to talk about something which is the journey of a hybrid person who started the academic journey with a lot of what I would say dream but no direction. And to confess that this lack of direction took me to some direction and I would like to share those so-called decisive moments which came almost like spontaneously rather than designed and that is the sole aspect that I am going to talk about here.So if you see ...