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May 2020
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Episode 46: The Perfect Time For A Pipel...

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A government official in Alberta, Canada, has drawn heat for saying she'd love to build a pipeline while people can't physically protest. China and India accelerate tensions along the world's longest unmarked border. And Crayola aims to give children more artistic representation with their new 'Colors of the World' collection. Join Ben Bowlin for more Strange News Daily, and share your stories on Twitter: #strangedaily.

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