World News Podcast - May 19th, 2014

China has been named in a cyber-spying case that accused five military officers of hacking U.S. companies for economic benefit. The dire warning for millions of Americans out west, faced with the drought emergency and the threat of major wildfires this summer. A new kind of house call could help save big on doctor’s appointments. Officials are warning ground beef that may have been contaminated with e-coli. And, ABC’s David Wright with the performance by a hologram that had everyone buzzing. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - May 18th, 2014

Firefighters have fought off those raging wildfires in Southern California. Evacuation orders have been lifted and people can return home. ABC’s Bazi Kanani has the update. There are concerns that people could be spreading the MERS virus without even knowing it. ABC's Susan Saulny finds out why Congress is blocking funds used by police officers to buy bulletproof vests. And, California Chrome’s victory at the Preakness Stakes is raising hopes we could see a Triple Crown winner for the first time in decades. But, a new concern that a nasal strip the horse wears could force him to skip the Belmont. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - May 17th, 2014

California’s battle against those raging wildfires is still going on burning more than 25 thousand acres. ABC’s Bazi Kanani has an update. The deadly MERS virus has spread to a third person in the US. Officials are questioning just how the virus was contracted. In a high level meeting in Paris, Nigeria’s president said Al-Qaeda is behind the kidnapping of nearly 300 school girls. And, scientists in Argentina may have found the largest dinosaur to have ever walked the Earth. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - May 16th, 2014

Firefighters in Southern California are now getting the upper hand on wildfires that have scorched tens of thousands of acres. The embattled owner of the LA Clippers is fighting back against the NBA. A new setback for the families of the missing schoolgirls in Nigeria, after the country’s president cancelled a trip to their village over safety concerns. And, ABC’s Diane Sawyer with an all-star celebration for Barbara Walters on her final day on The View. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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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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