A Data Center Backlash in the Midterms, and Melania Trump’s Surprising Diplomatic Role
Summary
This episode covers the aftermath of the US midterms, highlighting Democratic gains in the House and key local races, alongside a nationwide voter backlash against data center development. It also examines internal tensions within the Trump administration and a six-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump. The show concludes with a report on a new medical protocol in Nigeria that reduces postpartum hemorrhage deaths and a study confirming ancient Scythians used cannabis.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: International Rescue Committee
Introduction and today's headline overview
Midterm results: House majority and key races
Voters reject data center expansion in ballot measures
White House reaction: Trump, Rubio, and Hegseth
Melania Trump brokers six-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire
New protocol reduces maternal deaths in Nigeria
Ancient Scythians found to have used cannabis
Credits and transition to news quiz
Quiz: Guess the state from victory speeches
Quiz: Identify the state with a Winchester gun
Quiz: British Library exhibit on Agatha Christie
Sponsor: International Rescue Committee
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