Episodes

  • Thursday, April 16, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Thursday, April 16, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 16 2026
    Iran’s missile attacks and its closing of the Strait of Hormuz have cost the oil-producing Gulf Arab states untold billions. In response, they are moving to arm themselves against a military threat that hasn’t been erased, and construct workarounds to the Hormuz choke point. Also: today’s stories, including a look at cracks in support from religious conservatives amid President Donald Trump’s broadsides against the pope; how rising gun ownership among Democrats is reshaping U.S. gun culture; and how rural weavers in Bangladesh are bridging a traditional craft with modern markets. Join the Monitor's Christa Case Bryant for today's news.
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  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 15 2026
    Fallout from the Epstein scandal and a changing media environment might be contributing to a new push for sunlight and accountability on Capitol Hill. This week’s unusual resignations could be followed by even more. Also: today’s stories, including how Sudan’s civilians are paying an unfathomable price in the country’s brutal civil war; how taxpayers are frustrated over the perception that the wealthy are not paying their fair share; and how some states prone to wildfires are beginning to embrace controlled burns that give fires less fuel when they do start. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.
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  • Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 14 2026
    Even before the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, launched against Gulf Arabs’ advice, sentiment in the region toward Israel was souring over its war in Gaza and policies in the West Bank. But distrust has deepened with the perception Israel instigated the war, and amid growing concerns over Israel’s expanding power. Also: today’s stories, including how a growing sense of local identity in Taiwan could thwart China-Taiwan diplomatic efforts; how new congressional districting maps may make the next U.S. House even more polarized; and how Viktor Orbán’s electoral defeat in Hungary showed that elections still matter – and that democracies are more resilient than the current era might make them seem. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.
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  • Saturday, April 11, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Saturday, April 11, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 11 2026
    Tech leaders are scrambling to address risks after Anthropic found its new artificial intelligence tool, Mythos, can both find and exploit software flaws, highlighting a new era of security vulnerability. Also: today’s stories, including how Peruvians will elect their 10th president in as many years; a look at the colleges that are adding courses and degrees in hip-hop; and one contributor’s Q&A with award-winning author Yann Martel. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.
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  • Friday, April 10, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Friday, April 10, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 10 2026
    As he prepares to lead the U.S. delegation in Pakistan to hash out the terms of a ceasefire with Iran, JD Vance faces the highest stakes test of his vice presidency. His longtime anti-interventionist stance could help build trust with the Iranians. But he also could end up taking the blame if it falls apart. Also: today’s stories, including how Israel and Lebanon are moving toward possible peace talks; why, in Maine, the fight to secure the Democratic bid for Senate seems to be coming down to experience and style; and our reviewer’s look at “Cosmic Music: The Life, Art, and Transcendence of Alice Coltrane.” Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.
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  • Thursday, April 9, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Thursday, April 9, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 9 2026
    President Donald Trump and his defense secretary are boasting of military success. But Iran’s peace proposal, which Mr. Trump says is “workable,” appeared to reflect Iran’s wishes without making meaningful concessions. Also: today’s stories, including why Ukraine’s westernmost region of Zakarpattia is now a campaign hot button in Hungary's upcoming parliamentary elections; how the U.S. and China are competing to build a permanent presence on the moon; and our columnist’s thoughts on how the U.S. appears to be in a weaker position globally than when the war with Iran began. Join the Monitor's Christa Case Bryant for today's news.
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  • Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 8 2026
    President Donald Trump’s energy strategy faces limits as the Iran war spikes U.S. gas prices, squeezing consumers and threatening Republican prospects in the midterms. He must now choose between escalating the war and backing down, risking both image and oil prices. Also: today’s stories, including how some conservative groups are calling for the White House to broaden its immigration enforcement strategy with worksite raids; a look at diplomatic efforts in the Iran war after President Donald Trump’s threats of Iran’s obliteration; and a Q+A with environmental history professor and award-winning author Kate Brown on her new book, “Tiny Gardens Everywhere.” Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.
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  • Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 7 2026
    Despite President Donald Trump’s latest threats, diplomacy continues for an Iran ceasefire. He set an April 7 deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes, but he has moved deadlines before. Also in today’s stories: Orbán plays on Hungarians’ worries about Ukraine war; why ICE is expanding detention; and whether Artemis II will boost a "lunar economy." Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.
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