PREVIEW China's Economic Slowdown, Deflation, and the Spectre of Japanification. Guest: Andrew Collier. Andrew Collier discusses China's economic woes, characterized by persistent deflation, with the CPI down 0.3% (6 out of 9 months in the red) and the PPI down for 36 straight months. This environment raises concerns about "Japanification"—a multi-decade slowdown after a property crash. Major structural changes to stimulate consumer consumption are unlikely at the upcoming Communist Party plenum,

On October 19, 1781, the world witnessed a pivotal moment that would reshape the future of North America: the surrender of British General Charles Cornwallis to General George Washington at Yorktown, Virginia. In a deliciously ironic twist of military fate, Cornwallis—suffering from a bout of wounded pride and questionable dignity—sent his second-in-command, General Charles O'Hara, to officially surrender his sword.As O'Hara approached, attempting to hand the symbolic weapon to Washington, the

The captivating and controversial past of Salt Lake City’s old Ambassador Club.

History offers some clues.In 1979, the 5th Avenue department store, Bonwit Teller, closed down and Trump purchased the property.He wanted to build his flagship Trump Tower on the site.But he needed to rush the demolition of the building to avoid paying real estate taxes on it.The Bonwit Teller building had been constructed in 1929 in classic Beaux Arts style.So, when news of Trump’s demolition plans spread, New York City preservationists stepped in, urging Trump to save two artistic elements of the

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Join Mike Alft to hear the news from October 1881, 1931, 1956 and 1971.  This echo direct from October 5, 1981.

Pete Hegseth BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Pete Hegseth has dominated the headlines this past week after his leadership as Defense Secretary sparked significant controversy and polarizing debate across the military and political landscape. On October 15, he appeared at the NATO Ministers of Defence meeting in Brussels, earning direct praise from Secretary General Mark Rutte for helping broker a landmark agreement that finally equalizes defense spending between US and European allies, a historic

PREVIEWHEADLINE: China's Failed Attempt to Reverse Engineer ASML's Top-Tier Fab Machines: Intellectual Property at Risk GUEST NAME: Theresa Fallon (speaking from Brussels) 100-WORD SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Theresa Fallon discussed an anecdote illustrating the risk to intellectual property posed by the People's Republic of China concerning ASML, a critical manufacturer of fab machines necessary for TSMC to create top-of-the-line microchips for AI. Fallon shared that high-level ASML engineers

Among the many bars that Pittsburgh once had, there was a coalition of a few of them that provided aid to each other and the wider Pittsburgh community.Sources:The Donny Thinnes Collection at the Heinz History Centerhttps://stageagent.com/shows/play/1097/lips-together-teeth-aparthttps://www.richardkalinoski.com/beast-on-the-moonhttps://villanovatheatre.org/red-herring-archives/

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Did you know Catholic monks once helped preserve civilization? Or that saints, scholars, and even ordinary believers have shaped art, science, and culture in ways that still echo today? I’m Fallon, and this is Everyday Catholic History — the show that uncovers how faith has quietly formed our world, from the quiet corners of daily life to the turning points of history. Each week, we’ll explore the people, traditions, and ideas that continue to inspire the Church — and the world — today. Subsc...

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PREVIEW HEADLINE: The Islamist Strongman: Why Erdogan Cannot Be Trusted in Gaza Peacekeeping Efforts GUEST NAME: Jonathan Schanzer, Foundation for Defense of Democracies 100-WORD SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Jonathan Schanzer discuss the highly problematic role of Turkish President Erdogan, who is described as a strongman, autocrat, and dictator hostile to U.S. and Israeli interests. Schanzer expresses concern about the potential for Turkish troops on the ground in Gaza to enforce peace, noting

Kanye West BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Kanye West has spent the past few days spinning headlines and fueling speculation on social media and in the music world. The biggest recurring story concerns rumors of a massive summer tour coinciding with his latest album drop, The Life of Pablo. Here Atlanta reported radio stations in Portland and Atlanta teasing concert dates for July and August, marking what would be Kanye's first headlining tour since 2014. However, neither Kanye nor his

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Lenny Kravitz BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Lenny Kravitz has been lighting up headlines and social feeds over the last few days with a mix of high-profile performances, style moments, and star-studded appearances. Fresh off the launch of his Blue Electric Light Las Vegas residency on October 18, Kravitz hit the stage at Dolby Live at Park MGM with his trademark flair—think flared jeans, massive sunglasses, and a shimmering halter tank, perfectly flaunting the chiselled physique he is famous

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Selena Quintanilla-Pérez BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Over the past few days, Selena Quintanilla-Pérez has been in the spotlight for several significant developments. A new documentary titled "Selena y Los Dinos" is set to premiere on Netflix on November 17. Directed by Isabel Castro, the film offers an intimate look at Selena's life, delving into her close relationships with bandmates and family. The documentary has already won several awards, including the US Documentary Special Jury Award