Showing results for "Surprises" in Politics & Government

The 2016 Election, which altered American political history, was not decided by the Russians or in Ukraine or by Steve Bannon. The event that broke Hillary's blue wall in the Midwest and swung Florida and North Carolina was an October Surprise, and it was wholly a product of the leadership of...

Surprise Talk beleuchtet die Hintergründe und die Entstehung einzelner Beiträge aus dem Surprise Strassenmagazin. Produziert wird das Format vom langjährigen Radiojournalisten und Moderator Simon Berginz. Surprise Talk geht jeweils kurz (meist Mittwochs) vor dem Erscheinen des Surprise Strassenmagazins (jeden zweiten Freitag) online. Das Surprise Strassenmagazin wird von rund 430 Menschen ohne oder mit beschränktem Zugang zum regulären Arbeitsmarkt auf der Strasse angeboten. Es berichtet unabhängig und kritisch über Gesellschaft, Politik, Wirtschaft und Kultur. Ein besonderer und ...

On June 6th, 2017, Amal Bahjat was found murdered in her home in Surprise, Arizona. On a wall in the house, a message had been scrawled in Arabic—what seemed a warning from the killer or killers, since Amal, a former Muslim, had converted to Christianity and was vocal about her new faith. Amal was active on a television ministry broadcast for the Kurdish community in the US—but only as someone who called in to bear her testimony of Jesus Christ. She never appeared physically on any television program or video. Although her murder may appear to have been a consequence of Amal’s conversion...

On The Surprise Jab Podcast, your host Zachary Ruger takes you through various topics from MMA to the latest entertainment story of the week. We discuss new topics each week, interview guests, and gain insight into certain fields. A specific focus on weekly UFC events.

"Bank of Japan, in a Surprise, Adopts Negative Interest Rate" is from the Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Keith Bradsher and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

California's Snowpack Surprise: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Drought Concerns In a surprising turn of events, California's snowpack defied early predictions and surpassed historical averages by the end of the 2024 winter season. This unexpected development brought a sigh of relief to a state grappling with the long-term effects of climate change and persistent drought conditions. The journey from a dismal 25% of average snowpack in January to a triumphant 110% by April 1 is a testament to the unpredictable nature of weather patterns and the resilience of California's natural ecosystems. The ...

"Finding Vacation Deals With a Surprise Built In" is from the November 09, 2015 Travel section of The New York Times. It was written by Stephanie Rosenbloom and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"Trump Catches Critics by Surprise with One Word: 'Regret'" is from the August 19, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Maggie Haberman and narrated by Corey M. Snow.

"No. 12 Seeds Provide Surprises on a Mostly Predictable Day" is from the March 18, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Zach Schonbrun and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"Putin Dismisses Chief of Staff in Surprise Move" is from the August 12, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Ivan Nechepurenko and narrated by Corey M. Snow.

"Some Surprises Among Running Mates Clinton Didn't Pick" is from the October 18, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Amy Chozick and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"Beyoncé Releases Surprise Album 'Lemonade' after HBO Special" is from the April 24, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Joe Coscarelli and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"Puerto Rico Gets First Olympic Gold as Monica Puig Surprises in Tennis" is from the August 14, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Christopher Clarey and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"Biden Makes Surprise Visit to Iraq, Seeking to Bolster Fight against the Islamic State" is from the April 28, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Gardiner Harris and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"Prince's Death Is a Surprise to Those Who Saw Him Recently" is from the April 22, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Joe Coscarelli and narrated by Caroline Miller.

he 2025 Grammy Awards were a night of historic wins, shocking upsets, and unforgettable performances that left a lasting mark on the music industry. Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter made history with its Album of the Year win, while Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us dominated major categories. Chappell Roan’s Best New Artist win catapulted her to new fame, while Taylor Swift’s shutout became one of the night’s biggest talking points. The ceremony also sparked debates about AI in music, genre fluidity, and the impact of Grammy recognition on an artist’s career. From electrifying performances to ...

"Two Sets of Books: A Sour Surprise for Public Pensions" is from the September 18, 2016, Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Mary Williams Walsh and narrated by Fleet Cooper.