World News Podcast - August 19th, 2014

A disturbing video posted online appears to show the beheading of American journalist James Foley who was kidnapped covering the Syrian conflict in 2012. A massive wildfire in California has forced thousands of people from their homes, and is coming dangerous close to 30,000 gallons of propane. New chaos in the streets of the St. Louis suburb of Ferguson, as dozens were once again arrested as tear gas once filled the air. Two teenagers in California has been accused of plotting an all-out assault days before the start of high school. And, ABC’s Paula Faris with how to plan your last minute summer vacation practically for free. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 18th, 2014

While the police in suburban St. Louis were criticized for a militaristic response to the demonstrations in Ferguson, the National Guard is reporting for duty. Texas governor Rick Perry is fighting back after he was charged with abuse of power. A quick-thinking truck driver jumped to the rescue, after a grandmother and baby girl became trapped inside their burning car. Authorities in Paris are investigating the robbery of a wealthy Saudi prince. And, ABC’s Linsey Davis with the Robin Williams’ final acts of kindness to complete strangers. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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