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Apr 2025
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China Launches Surprise Military Drills ...

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In today’s episode, we cover China’s military drills, Myanmar’s earthquake death toll, South Korea’s impeachment drama, and a record-breaking Supreme Court election in the US.


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✍️ China’s Surprise Military Drills



✍️ Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll 



✍️ Israel strikes Beirut



✍️ Yoon’s Impeachment Ruling



✍️ Election Day in Wisconsin



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