World News Podcast - September 15th, 2013

Bad weather in Colorado is hampering rescues from the flooding disaster across the state. A North Carolina police officer is in custody, charged with voluntary manslaughter in the shooting death of an accident victim. One on one with President Obama. Crews in Italy are gearing up to raise the shipwrecked Costa Concordia. And, ABC’s Aditi Roy with the first public appearance of Paula Deen since her high-profile lawsuit and resulting scandal. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - September 8, 2013

President Obama faces an uphill battle as he tries to sway those politicians who do not support a military strike in Syria. As tensions overseas rise, there is fear that oil prices could also go up and stocks could tumble. An amusement ride in Connecticut crashed, injuring 13 children. Extreme flooding has taken its toll on many parts of the nation. Prince Andrew was mistaken for an intruder by jittery Buckingham Palace guards. Tokyo won the rights to host the 2020 Summer Olympics, but will fear of nuclear radiation overshadow the competition? There’s a new breathing treatment that could help those who suffer from asthma. And, the NFL will try it’s best to prevent concussions this season by penalizing high hits. This and more on the World News podcast.

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World News Podcast - September 2, 2013

Syrian President Bashar-Al-Assad remains defiant and says a regional war could be brewing if the U.S. strikes Syria. President Obama met with two Republican senators in advance of his pursuit for congressional approval on military action in Syria. Among those anxious about the upcoming decision are the many Syrian Americans living in the country. The nuclear power plant in Fukushima is giving off increased radiation levels. Two people died at a music festival in New York City after overdosing on a popular designer drug. 65-year-old Diana Nyad became the first person ever to complete a swim from Cuba to Key West without a shark cage. And, safaris can be a dangerous trip when the animals get rowdy. This and more on the World News podcast.

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World News Podcast - September 1, 2013

President Obama will seek authorization from Congress before taking military action against Syria in the wake of alleged chemical attacks. Will Congress agree to attack the country that allegedly used sarin gas on its’ citizens? The Syrian region is equal parts surprised and outraged about President Obama’s decision. Former South African president Nelson Mandela has been discharged from the hospital but is still in critical condition. Veteran British television reporter David Frost has died. There’s a new health warning about Tylenol. And, popular quarterback Tim Tebow is looking for a home after being cut by the New England Patriots. This and more on the World News podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 24, 2013

President Obama is contemplating what to do about Syria and their alleged use of chemical weapons. A wildfire is burning near Yosemite National Park, and has San Francisco on high alert. Severe thunderstorms are threatening several areas. Singer Linda Ronstadt is opening up about an illness that took her ability to sing. Could celebrity chef Paula Deen rebuild her empire? And, new panda cubs are all the rage at the National Zoo. This and more on the World News podcast.

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