World News Podcast - May 15th, 2014

California firefighters continue to work against the clock, as record-high temperatures and winds continue to spark new blazes. President Obama dedicates the new museum that tells the story of American courage, compassion, and sacrifice while remembering the September 11th attacks. The Veterans Affairs secretary promises a Senate panel he will act if an investigation shows it's true dozens of vets have died waiting for appointments at VA hospitals. And, ABC’s Chief Health And Medical Editor Dr. Richard Besser with a warning about the popular sleep aid that could affect you and your driving even if you feel fully awake. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - February 20th, 2014

Violence escalates in Ukraine with the death toll rising to at least 70 in Kiev's Independence Square. Warmer temperatures threaten flooding in many areas but more winter weather is on its way. More Americans are turning to sleeping pills, with the number of people using the medication tripling in ten years. And ABC's Linsey Janis on man's best friend and a new study that shows just how similar dogs are to humans. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast August 29th, 2013

Americans love football for its fast pace and hard contact, but now the NFL has reached a multi-million dollar settlement with thousands of retired players who suffered brain injuries. As the U.S and its allies weigh their options on what to do about Syria, we report on the man who just wanted to be an eye doctor, but is now Syria's feared and bloody dictator. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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