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Danger and darkness: Louisiana reels from Hurricane Ida

Danger and darkness: Louisiana reels from Hurricane Ida

FromApple News Today


Danger and darkness: Louisiana reels from Hurricane Ida

FromApple News Today

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Length:
8 minutes
Released:
Aug 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

CNN reports on the dangerous impact of Hurricane Ida. Around a million customers lost power as the devastating storm moved inland, flooding streets and destroying homes.
The U.S. says it launched a drone strike Sunday targeting suspected suicide bombers near Kabul’s airport, the Wall Street Journal reports. U.S. Central Command is investigating reports of civilian deaths from the strike.
Military families move frequently, which creates problems for the careers of civilian spouses. The Washington Post looks at new legislation that could make it easier for them to get the licenses they need to work in different states.
African governments and businesses are spending more on space exploration. Quartz explains how this increase is driven by a need to expand internet access via satellites.
Entrepreneurs are trying to teach computers how to smell, which has proven a real challenge. Bloomberg Businessweek explores how robot noses could change many industries, from food, to security, to health.
Released:
Aug 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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