From WNYC
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The Documentary: Tito Puente
Venezuelan professional dancer Karen Hauer presents a centenary celebration of percussionist and bandleader Tito Puente; the man also known as 'The King of Latin Music.'
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Disney blocked DeSantis' oversight board. What happens next?
Updated March 30, 2023 at 3:15 PM ET Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, Walt Disney World and a special tax district are once again making headlines, but this time, it's with a new cast member: England's King Charles III. In a quiet move that's enchanting the internet, the former Reedy Creek Development board signed its power back to Disney before leaving office, a binding declaration that doesn't expire until England's monarchy dies out. That means the five DeSantis allies who pledged to reign in...
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BBC News, 30/03/2023 18:01 GMT
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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BBC News, 30/03/2023 17:01 GMT
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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DeCamp Bus Lines End Service
With ridership levels plummeting post COVID-19, the DeCamp bus lines that connected New Jerseyans to NYC has announced the termination of their service to and from Manhattan effective April 7th. Liz George, Editor/Publisher at Baristanet, shares her findings as callers discuss their commute (or lack thereof).
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A train carrying ethanol derails and catches fire in Minnesota, forcing evacuations
Updated March 30, 2023 at 12:19 PM ET A train carrying ethanol derailed and caught fire in western Minnesota on Thursday morning, prompting an evacuation for residents near the crash site in the city of Raymond. The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office was notified of the derailment at about 1 a.m. local time, according to a statement. The BNSF-operated train derailed on the western edge of Raymond but was still within the city limits. Twenty-two cars carrying ethanol and corn syrup derailed,...
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Tech Leaders Say It's Time to Hit 'Pause' on AI
Tech leaders like Elon Musk and the founders of Skype and Apple have signed on to a letter calling for a pause on all new AI development. Sigal Samuel, senior reporter for Vox’s Future Perfect and co-host of the Future Perfect podcast, talks about why hundreds of these in-the-know leaders are worried, and what could happen if AI development continues full steam ahead.
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BBC News, 30/03/2023 16:01 GMT
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
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Women's Work: The Locker Room
As part of Women's History Month, we're sharing stories of the women who moved into traditionally-male professions. Today, Barbara Barker, Newsday sports columnist and features writer, talks about the challenges faced by women journalists, and players, in the world of competitive sports.
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Formula 1 Gets Turbocharged in the United States
Formula 1 has found a new, young, and largely female audience in the United States, and this year, the US will host three Grands Prix--in Miami, Austin, and Las Vegas--more than any other country. We dive into F1's new fandom with journalist Maria Sherman, who wrote about the "The Fangirlification of Formula 1," as well as Lily Herman, author of the newsletter Engine Failure and co-host of the podcast Choosing Sides: F1. For an overseas perspective, we're also joined by Matt Gallagher and Tom...
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Clint Smith's New Poetry Collection, Celine Dion and 'Titanique,' The Rise of Formula 1 Racing
Clint Smith's new poetry book, Above Ground, explores the triumphs and emotions experienced as a new father, meditations on social and political tumult, and reflections on connections to personal lineages and history. He joins us today in-studio to discuss. Smith will also be at the 92nd Street Y tonight, and you can find more information about the event here. [REBROADCAST FROM 1/31/2023] The parody musical "Titanique: Une Parodie Musicale" has amassed a bigger and bigger audience over the...
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A Push to Raise the Minimum Wage as Part of the NYS Budget
Jessica Ramos, New York State senator (D, District 13, Queens), advocates for the Raise the Wage Act, which she co-sponsored, that would raise the minimum wage in New York State to combat inflation, as well as other budget-related priorities.