The World
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The World
"As the US ramps up military pressure on Venezuela, the Maduro government is tightening its grip at home."
"Families of political prisoners describe disappearances, torture and a justice system that forces detainees to accept state-appointed lawyers."
"Also, Hong Kong officials have announced that more than 150 people are now confirmed dead after last week's massive fire that gutted several high-rise apartment buildings in the Tai Po district."
"Plus, a radiation-eating fungus found at the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster."
US military pressure on Venezuela has increased while the Maduro government has tightened domestic control. Families of political prisoners report disappearances, physical torture and a justice system that compels detainees to accept state-appointed lawyers. Hong Kong officials confirmed more than 150 deaths after a massive fire gutted several high-rise apartment buildings in the Tai Po district. Peace talks over Ukraine remain unresolved with ongoing diplomatic uncertainty and continuing focus on negotiation status. A radiation-eating fungus was discovered at the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site. Listeners are invited to hear Music Heard on Air and to review available ad-choice information.
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