China Trends podcast gives the latest trends in China's economy.
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Fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. China in Focus airs Monday–Friday at 9:30 p.m. ET. Hosted By Tiffany Meier
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China’s rise has captivated and vexed the international community. From defense, technology, and the environment, to trade, academia, and human rights, much of what Beijing does now reverberates across the map. China Global is a new podcast from the German Marshall Fund that decodes Beijing’s global ambitions as they unfold. Every other week, host Bonnie Glaser will be joined by a different international expert for an illuminating discussion on a different aspect of China’s foreign policy, t ...
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FACE-OFF: US vs CHINA is an inside look at the turbulent relationship between the world's two superpowers, the two men in charge, and the vital issues that affect us all. FACE-OFF is hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jane Perlez, former New York Times Beijing bureau chief and current fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center. In each episode Professor Rana Mitter, recently of the University of Oxford and now professor of modern China at the Harvard Kennedy School, chats ...
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China Considered with Elizabeth Economy is a Hoover Institution podcast series that features in-depth conversations with leading political figures, scholars, and activists from around the world. The series explores the ideas, events, and forces shaping China’s future and its global relationships, offering high-level expertise, clear-eyed analysis, and valuable insights to demystify China’s evolving dynamics and what they may mean for ordinary citizens and key decision makers across societies ...
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History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. With Noiser+ you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content on shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions A Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser ...
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Our hosts, from the US and China, discuss what unites us. Using enlightening stories and brilliant guests from all walks of life, we join hands in laughter, building bridges across our cultural world. This is The Bridge to China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ShanghaiZhan is a raw, lively, and regular debate about China tech, advertising, creativity & the intersection of it all. Join hosts Ali Kazmi and Bryce Whitwam, for timely discussions on all things China marketing, coming to you directly from Shanghai!
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Historian Dan Snow journeys across the globe to tell the stories of history's defining moments. From the Colosseum in Rome to the Great Wall of China, the battlefields of Waterloo to the Tomb of Tutankhamun, join Dan as he explores the how and why of the greatest monuments, battles, heroes, villains and events that have shaped our world. New episodes on Mondays and Thursdays with bonus subscriber only episodes every other Friday. You can get in touch with us at [email protected] A podcast ...
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This series features brief discussions with leading China experts on a range of issues in the U.S.-China relationship, including domestic politics, foreign policy, economics, security, culture, the environment, and areas of global concern. For more interviews, videos, and links to events, visit our website: www.ncuscr.org. The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that encourages understanding of China and the United States among citize ...
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The Little Red Podcast: interviews and chat celebrating China beyond the Beijing beltway. Hosted by Graeme Smith, China studies academic at the Australian National University's Department of Pacific Affairs and Louisa Lim, former China correspondent for the BBC and NPR, now with the Centre for Advancing Journalism at Melbourne University. We are the 2018 winners of podcast of the year in the News & Current Affairs category of the Australian Podcast Awards. Follow us @limlouisa and @GraemeKSm ...
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Asia Specific brings you essential insights and conversations on the stories shaping the Asia Pacific region - an economic powerhouse, geo-political flashpoint and the birthplace of global cultural trends. Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that’s home to nearly 2.5 billion people. Whether it is the latest on trade between China and Donald Trump, the rise and fall of political dynasties in Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, or South ...
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Experience the Cold War like never before with Cold War Conversations — an award-winning podcast recommended by The New York Times. Each week, host Ian Sanders brings you raw, firsthand accounts from the people who lived through one of history’s most tense and transformative eras — soldiers, spies, civilians, and more. These aren’t stories from textbooks. They’re unfiltered voices from the frontlines of history — emotional, gripping, and deeply human. This is Cold War history, told from the ...
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Where the world and America meet, with episodes each weekday. The world is changing. Decisions made in the US and by the second Trump administration are accelerating that change. But they are also a symptom of it. With Asma Khalid in DC, Tristan Redman in London, and the backing of the BBC’s international newsroom, The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign policy in a time of connection and disruption.
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From UFOs to psychic powers and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. You can turn back now or learn the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know ... an audio podcast from iHeartRadio.
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Fall asleep to the stories that shaped the world. Sleep with History blends rich, immersive tales from the past with the calming rhythm of bedtime narration. From ancient empires to pivotal revolutions, each episode transforms real historical events into atmospheric stories designed to quiet the mind and ease you into restful sleep. Whether you're fascinated by the lives of forgotten queens, the rise of empires, or the quiet moments that sparked world-changing ideas, this is history like you ...
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MaoMi Chinese is a podcast and website for Mandarin Chinese learners made by a professional Chinese teacher as well as a Chinese learner - to get the best of both perspectives. We share tips and provide listening practice for intermediate+ learners. We make your learning more enjoyable by engaging you with intercultural resources across various topics.
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Three times a week, The Audio Long Read podcast brings you the Guardian’s exceptional longform journalism in audio form. Covering topics from politics and culture to philosophy and sport, as well as investigations and current affairs.
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Your Weekly Boost of Motivation and Faith-Based Inspiration! Welcome to Real Talk With Reginald D, a top-rated motivational/inspirational podcast hosted by Minister, Motivational Coach, and Motivational/Inspirational and spirituality Speaker, Reginald D. Sherman. This motivational/inspirational podcast is your go-to source for powerful motivational speeches, inspirational stories, transformative advice, and faith-based wisdom to help you overcome life’s challenges and unlock your extraordina ...
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Asia's standing in the world has changed and it is clear that where the focus was once on how quickly the region would rise, the reality is now all about how Asia will lead. In the Future of Asia Podcast, we invite leaders from across the region to discuss the power, agility and ambition of Asia and to shed light on what kind of leader Asia will be, and what this means for governments and businesses everywhere.
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Industry veterans, degenerate gamblers & besties Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks & David Friedberg cover all things economic, tech, political, social & poker.
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All about the Middle Ages from Medievalists.net. Join Danièle Cybulskie and her guests as they talk about the medieval world, from Byzantium to the Vikings.
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What's News brings you the biggest news of the day, from business and finance to global and political developments that move markets. Get caught up in minutes twice a day on weekdays, then take a step back with our What’s News in Markets wrap-up on Saturday and our What’s News Sunday deep dive.
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Simply News has released a new show: ”Simply Politics, from China”. This podcast is a daily news show covering articles about U.S. politics that are written in Mandarin for Chinese audiences. The podcast is fully AI-generated, with a team of AI news agents working together to find stories, translate articles, and produce the show.
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Listen for today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes. Get informed from Bloomberg's 3,000 journalists and analysts.
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In the South, food and music go hand in hand. They define much of what we think of as Southern culture, and they say a lot about our past, our present, and our future. Each week, Sid Evans, Editor in Chief of Southern Living, sits down with musicians, chefs, and other Southern icons to hear the stories of how they grew up, what inspires them, and why they feel connected to the region. Through honest conversations, Sid explores childhood memories, the family meals they still think about, and ...
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Make The Dough Rise is your guide to building, protecting, and enjoying the wealth you’ve worked so hard to create. Hosted by Brian Doe, CFP®, the show breaks down financial planning in a way that’s approachable, practical, and refreshingly jargon-free. Ok, maybe there's a little bit of jargon, but we'll make sure you understand it as we go. Whether you’re planning for retirement, navigating investments, or simply looking for smarter ways to make your money “rise,” Brian brings clarity to th ...
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H3N2 Influenza Virus Surges in China, Death Toll Rises - China in Focus
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00:00 Intro 01:14 H3N2 Influenza Virus Surges in China, Death Toll Rises 03:32 China Reports Before WHO, Hides Key Information 04:56 Trump Signs 2026 NDAA Defense Bill 05:35 NDAA Plans to Publicize Top CCP Leaders’ Wealth 06:13 NDAA Removes China From DOD Supply Chain 07:35 DHS Withdraws Request to Deport Guan Heng 08:10 Japan Reiterates Stance on …
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The Hanseatic League was a medieval trading network that stretched across Northern Europe. Formed in Northern Germany in the 12th century, it was an economic powerhouse of the age. Over the next five centuries, it negotiated with kings, standardised regulations, created outposts across Europe, blockaded ports and even went to war to protect its tra…
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Short History Of... is taking a short break over the Christmas period. New episodes will continue from the 29th of December. Until then, we hope you enjoy this repeat episode! Happy Christmas from the Short History Of... team. Standing over 29,000ft above sea level, the peak of Everest is the highest point on the planet. To the sherpa people of the…
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Trump says deal to end Ukraine crisis a lot closer
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U.S. President Donald Trump has met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and spoken on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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China calls for lasting peace between Cambodia and Thailand
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met his Cambodian counterpart Prak Sokhonn in Yuxi, Yunnan Province. He welcomed the ceasefire reached between the Cambodian and Thai militaries, calling it an important step toward restoring peace.
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Looks like EU Dictator Ursula Von der Leyen, with the help of Ukrainian Dictator Vladimir Zelensky has stolen €4.2 BILLION! 10-min video/audio that you must see/hear! Radio Sinoland 251228
China Writers’ Group is your one-stop knowledge shop to understand reality behind the West’s Big Lie Propaganda Machine headlines! Thanks to China Writer T.P. Wilkinson for bringing this to my attention… Hungary’s Orban introduced a set of documents showing that von der Leyen has embezzled 4.2 billion euros with the help of a Delaware... The post L…
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Looks like EU Dictator Ursula Von der Leyen, with the help of Ukrainian Dictator Vladimir Zelensky has stolen €4.2 BILLION! 10-min video/audio that you must see/hear! Radio Sinoland 251228
China Writers’ Group is your one-stop knowledge shop to understand reality behind the West’s Big Lie Propaganda Machine headlines! Thanks to China Writer T.P. Wilkinson for bringing this to my attention… Hungary’s Orban introduced a set of documents showing that von der Leyen has embezzled 4.2 billion euros with the help of a Delaware... The post L…
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Chinese Finance Ministry pledges expanding fiscal spending in 2026
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The Chinese Finance Ministry has pledged to expand fiscal expenditure in 2026 to ensure a solid start to the country's 15th Five-Year Plan period from 2026 to 2030. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an said China will implement a more proactive fiscal policy next year.
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Mayors of Shanghai, Taipei attend annual City Forum
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The annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum has opened in Shanghai, aiming to promote cooperation and exchanges in urban development.
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Autumn grain purchases exceed 200 million tonnes in China
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Official data shows autumn grain purchases across China have surpassed 200 million metric tons this year, which marked the highest level for the same period in recent years.
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Chinese foreign minister to meet Cambodian and Thai counterparts
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will meet his counterparts from Cambodia and Thailand in Yunnan. Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn and Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow will lead delegations to meet in the southwestern Chinese region from Sunday to Monday.
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Former prime minister says Japan should oppose nuclear arms
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Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has said the country should stand against nuclear proliferation. Ishiba reiterated Japan is the only nation to have suffered atomic bombings and it should not make statements supporting nuclear armament.
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From Wall Street To Purpose: Kristine Delano’s Inspirational Reinvention On Calling, Burnout & Faith (Inspirational)
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Have you ever felt successful on paper—but still knew deep down you were called to something more, and you’re ready for an inspirational motivational push to reinvent your life? In this inspirational, motivational, and purpose-driven episode, Reginald D sits down with Kristine Delano, a former Wall Street executive who spent over 20 years balancing…
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We look back at some stand out numbers of 2025. How significant were Trump’s import tariffs? China sets the pace for solar power installation across the globe. We also look upwards to a particularly speedy comet - 3i Atlas. Presenter: Tim Harford Producers: Charlotte McDonald and Katie SolleveldProduction Co-ordinator: Maria OgundeleSound Mix: Rod …
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Chinese lawmakers have adopted a revision to the Foreign Trade Law, which will take effect on March 1st next year. It was one of the documents reviewed and adopted at a session of the NPC Standing Committee.
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Pentagon: China Stepping Up Nuclear, Military Capabilities - China in Focus
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00:00 Intro 01:01 Pentagon: China Stepping Up Nuclear, Military Capabilities 03:16 China Sanctions 20 U.S. Defense Firms, 10 Executives 03:48 Japan’s Cabinet Approves Record Defense Budget: $58B 04:46 Congress Bans CCP Links to Pentagon Supply Chain 13:47 China Revives WWII Airfield 370 Miles From Guam…
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The paradise island nation caught between the US, Taiwan and China
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Palau is a tiny Pacific nation of just 18,000 people but its location has made it a strategic prize in the diplomatic contest between China and Taiwan, and the broader strategic battle between Beijing and Washington. In this episode, BBC's Global China Unit reporter Shawn Yuan takes us inside Palau, where he found a country grappling with diplomati…
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When East German Soldiers Dreamed of Flying Over the Wall (436)
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Andrew was a British modern languages student in 1989. He recounts the serendipitous moment when he stumbled upon an advert for a work and holiday trip to the GDR. The trip was organized by the Great Britain GDR Society, which allowed participants to experience life behind the Iron Curtain. For just £120, students could immerse themselves in a cult…
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As the global economy navigates transitions, emerging markets like China are driving growth with a focus on green transformation and high-quality development. The New Development Bank (NDB) plays a key role by funding infrastructure and sustainable projects in these economies. Here's our latest conversation with Dilma Rousseff, President of the New…
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Weekly Roundup: Warner Bros. Discovery Gains, Sable Soars, Nvidia Rallies
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On this episode of Stock Movers, we look at some the week's biggest gainers and decliners: - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) saw a modest weekly gain as Paramount continues to try to counter Netflix's bid to buy it. Larry Ellison is throwing his personal fortune behind Paramount Skydance’s bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., aiming to give his son’s …
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Syrian authorities condemn deadly mosque blast as death toll rises to 8
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Health authorities say the number of deaths from an explosion that struck a mosque in the central Syrian city of Homs has risen to eight.
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What is the economic impact of the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia?
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We're looking at what's happening inside Cambodia, amidst that border conflict, with incursions going deeper into the territory from the Thai military. What are the economic consequences for Cambodia? Also we're looking at the sliding global oil price, and what Nigerians do for fun at the year's end. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voic…
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Daybreak Weekend: Broken Capitalism and a 2026 Stock Outlook
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Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. John Authers, Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, discusses the five forces that broke Capitalism Tim Craighead, Bloomberg Intelligence Bloomberg Intelligence Global Chief Content Officer, describes the European stocks to watch in 202…
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Warner Bros. Discovery Slips, Sable Offshore Falls, Target Jumps
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On this episode of Stock Movers: - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) shares slid after a report from the New York Post that Paramount Skydance could walk away from its $30-per-share cash bid and instead litigate against the company’s board for how it handled the process. - Sable Offshore (SOC) shares fell as much as 17% after the Environmental Defense C…
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Gold, Crypto, the Debt Crisis, and How to Survive When the US Needs a Bailout
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The U.S. government is nearly $40 trillion in debt, a fact that pretty much guarantees exciting times ahead. Coleman Church on what comes next. (00:00) Debt Trading and Emerging Markets Debt(08:58) The IMF's Role in American Foreign Policy(28:57) How the Fed Is Secretly Destroying Free Market Capitalism(1:07:59) What Is the Alternative to Investing…
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Trump Says U.S. Strikes in Nigeria Were to Protect Christians
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P.M. Edition for Dec. 26. President Trump says the U.S. launched strikes on Islamic State targets in Nigeria to protect Christians–but Nigeria disagrees, saying the strikes weren’t aimed at protecting any particular religious group. We hear from WSJ reporter Alexandra Wexler about how Nigeria is approaching the issue. Plus, Ukrainian President Volo…
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Nvidia Rallies on Deal For AI Startup, Mining Stocks Soar, Tesla Slides
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On this episode of Stock Movers: - Nvidia (NVDA) agreed to a licensing deal with artificial intelligence startup Groq, furthering its investments in companies connected to the AI boom and gaining the right to add a new type of technology to its products. The world’s largest publicly traded company has paid for the right to use Groq’s technology and…
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1MDB: Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak found guilty in state funds scandal
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Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak has been jailed for 15 years for abuse of power and money laundering - Bisi Adebayo looks at the details. Japan approves a record-breaking budget with defence spending at a new high. And we head to to Nigeria, where 'Detty December' is proving to be big business, a point echoed by Nigerian singer and event co-founder Dare…
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Nvidia Agrees to Groq Licensing Deal; India's Coforge Buys Encora; Biohaven Tumbles
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On this episode of Stock Movers: - Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) edge higher in the premarket session as the company agreed to a licensing deal with artificial intelligence startup Groq, furthering its investments in companies connected to the AI boom and gaining the right to add a new type of technology to its products. - Shares of Indian technology ser…
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China imposes countermeasures against U.S. defense-related firms, senior executives
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China has announced sweeping sanctions against 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 of their senior executives over recent arms sales to the Taiwan region.
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Nvidia Edges Higher; Sidus Space Rallies; Biohaven Slips on Study
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On this episode of Stock Movers: - Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) edge higher in the premarket session as the company takes agreed to a licensing deal with artificial intelligence startup Groq, furthering its investments in companies connected to the AI boom and gaining the right to add a new type of technology to its products. - Shares of Sidus Space (SI…
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CLASSIC: You're Getting A Vibe: The Strange Science of Auras
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For millennia, people in civilizations across the planet have claimed to perceive intangible energy emanating from people, animals, plants -- and even inanimate objects. And, in recent centuries, scientists and mystics alike have sought to explain this phenomenon. As you might imagine, not everyone agrees on what an aura could be -- or whether it e…
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Zelenskiy Plans to Meet Trump Soon; US Strikes ISIS Targets in Nigeria
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On today's podcast: 1) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he plans to meet his US counterpart Donald Trump “in the coming days,” signaling optimism about reaching a peace deal to end Russia’s almost four-year war.“A lot could be decided before the New Year,” Zelenskiy said Friday in a Telegram and X post after receiving an update from Rus…
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We are away for Christmas, so this is a repeat of a previous episode. Apple is promising to make more products in the US, backed by a $600bn investment over the next four years. But after decades of relying on Chinese manufacturing that promise is going to be tough to keep. Today we’re joined by journalist and author Patrick McGee to discuss whethe…
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China condemns Japan's defense spending hike as move toward remilitarization
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China has condemned Japan's substantial increase in defense spending, saying the move exposes what Beijing calls the "sinister intention" of Japanese right-wing forces of advancing remilitarization.
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Merryn Talks Money: John Law, The Gambler Who Invented Modern Money (Part 1)
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Hello Odd Lots listeners! As we take a break for the holidays we'd like to take a moment and bring you an episode by one of our sister shows here at Bloomberg Podcasts, Merryn Talks Money. In this special two-part series, John Stepek and Merryn Somerset Webb tell the extraordinary story of John Law: a fugitive Scots gambler who became the most powe…
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Best of 2025: The human stain remover: what Britain’s greatest extreme cleaner learned from 25 years on the job
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Every Monday and Friday for the rest of December we will publish some of our favourite audio long reads of 2025, in case you missed them, with an introduction from the editorial team to explain why we’ve chosen it. From October: From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen it – and cleaned it – all. In their stickiest hours, people rely …
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Japan's defense budget tops record 9 trillion yen for fiscal 2026
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Japan's Cabinet has approved a record defense budget of over nine trillion yen (58 billion U.S. dollars), aiming to double defense spending from its long-standing one percent of GDP by 2027.
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With 250 years of brewing history behind his family, Arthur Edward Guinness was discouraged from taking on the responsibility that the men of his family had for centuries. Now Ned, or Lord Iveagh, grows crops, brews beer and is in pursuit of being able to pour the perfect pint in one of the two pubs he owns in the rural east of England. He tells Le…
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China urges action against Japan's remilitarization
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A Chinese military spokesperson has condemned Japan's remilitarization, warning it threatens regional peace and calling on all nations to counter the rise of right-wing militarism.
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AIIB marks 10 years of financing global development
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2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. In a decade, the AIIB has approved over 68 billion U.S. dollars for more than 350 projects across roughly 40 economies. What role do multilateral lenders like the AIIB play, and how has the bank adapted to a rapidly changing global landscape?…
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China continues to advance sustainable development with other countries: spokesperson
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China has expressed its readiness to work with other countries to advance global sustainable development. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson was commenting on a U.S. magazine's recent release of its list of ten major scientific breakthroughs in 2025.
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CLASSIC: The Dark Side of the Loom, Chapter II: Pollution, Extinction, and the Fashion Industry
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Everyone loves looking sharp - and saving money in the process. But what if there's a hidden cost to all this fast fashion and these trendy cosmetics? In the second part of this series, the guys return to the underbelly of the worldwide fashion and cosmetic industries, exploring how the global production process affects wildlife and spreads polluti…
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We are away for Christmas, so this is a repeat of a previous episode. For much of the 21st century, our social lives have been shaped, at least in part, on the internet. But in an age of influencers, generative AI, complex algorithms, and politically entangled technocrats, some users say social media is growing less, well, social. So, is social med…
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Scott Kupor's New Plan to Bring Tech Workers Into the Federal Government
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If you're a high-skilled tech worker, then potentially huge fortunes await you working for a startup or one of our booming AI giants. But the government needs these types of workers too. And the government is not set up to pay commensurate salaries with the private sector -- particularly for these types of roles. This challenge has long been unders…
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Offshore RMB breaks major benchmark for first time since 2024
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China's offshore yuan strengthened further on Thursday, climbing past the psychological benchmark of seven per U.S. dollar for the first time since 2024.
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If there’s one thing we can say about 2025 it’s that it was certainly full of surprises. From political bridge-burning to bridge-building, to the destruction and the restoration of priceless artifacts, there was never a dull moment this year. This week, in keeping with tradition, Danièle speaks with Peter Konieczny, editor of Medievalists.net, abou…
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Ukraine offers concessions in latest 20-point peace plan
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Ukraine has unveiled a new 20-point peace plan with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signaled it includes concessions on a number of thorny issues.
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How Did the British Empire Build the Modern World?
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Tobacco, sugar, rum, cotton, rubber, tea, coffee, spices, industry, borders, slavery, war - all things spread across the globe thanks to the British Empire. At its height in 1922, it was the largest empire the world had ever seen, covering around a quarter of Earth's land surface and ruling over 458 million people- that's a lot of influence. Dan is…
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Review of the year 2025 - from Tariffs to Labubus
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Frey Lindsay looks back on the stories shaping the world of money and work in 2025. It's been a year where tariffs have grabbed many of the headlines and we hear from our correspondents around the world on the impact they've had. We also hear about the biggest toy and collector craze of 2025 - the Labubu doll.…
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