/Podcasts/The-海角大神-Science-Monitor-Daily-PodcastThe editors of 海角大神 take you beyond the headlines with the ideas driving progress in this 15-minute news briefing. The Monitor Daily Podcast is available each Monday through Friday at 6 pm ET. For more information on the Daily or 海角大神, visit csmonitor.com. Send your comments, suggestions or thoughts to podcast@csmonitor.com.https://images.csmonitor.com/csm/2026/01/1117126_3_Monitor%20Daily%20Podcast%20Logo_standard.jpg/Podcasts/The-海角大神-Science-Monitor-Daily-PodcastSun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 EDT漏 1980鈥�2026 海角大神en-useditor@csmonitor.comtechnical@csmonitor.comepisodic海角大神 Science Monitorpodcasts@csps.com海角大神no海角大神podcasts@csps.comSun, 21 Jun 2026 02:08:03 EDT/Daily/2026/20260620The temporary ceasefire agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran is meant to end the war, reopen vital shipping lanes in the Gulf, and address Iran鈥檚 nuclear ambitions 鈥� at a later time. It includes big economic incentives for Tehran and comes up short on President Donald Trump鈥檚 stated goals for starting the war in the first place. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including our columnist鈥檚 thoughts on how President Trump and President Putin are handling their respective wars; how one woman in Missouri is preserving Black history along Route 66; and an essay from our staff photographer on how persistence, humanity, and instant connection create lasting joy during a recent trip to C么te d鈥橧voire. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260620The temporary ceasefire agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran is meant to end the war, reopen vital shipping lanes in the Gulf, and address Iran鈥檚 nuclear ambitions 鈥� at a later time. It includes big economic incentives for Tehran and comes up short on President Donald Trump鈥檚 stated goals for starting the war in the first place. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including our columnist鈥檚 thoughts on how President Trump and President Putin are handling their respective wars; how one woman in Missouri is preserving Black history along Route 66; and an essay from our staff photographer on how persistence, humanity, and instant connection create lasting joy during a recent trip to C么te d鈥橧voire. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.The temporary ceasefire agreement reached between ...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260618A series of dominoes might be starting to fall that could lead to Andy Burnham becoming the next prime minister of the United Kingdom. But first, he has to win Thursday鈥檚 by-election in the constituency of Makerfield. That鈥檚 not guaranteed. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how rapid advances in artificial intelligence models raise questions about national security; how the G7 summit shows Europe鈥檚 enduring desire to work with the United States; and how the newly opened Obama Center pilots a community model. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260618A series of dominoes might be starting to fall that could lead to Andy Burnham becoming the next prime minister of the United Kingdom. But first, he has to win Thursday鈥檚 by-election in the constituency of Makerfield. That鈥檚 not guaranteed. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how rapid advances in artificial intelligence models raise questions about national security; how the G7 summit shows Europe鈥檚 enduring desire to work with the United States; and how the newly opened Obama Center pilots a community model. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.A series of dominoes might be starting to fall tha...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260617During the Iran war, Tehran's most potent leverage vis-脿-vis the U.S. and global economies proved to be its ability to clamp down on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The search for overland routes for oil and other goods has led directly to Syria, an old crossroads revived. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how civics education is coming back to American schools; how funds are rising for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, so are detention complaints; and a look at how Colombia鈥檚 national soccer jersey became political. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260617During the Iran war, Tehran's most potent leverage vis-脿-vis the U.S. and global economies proved to be its ability to clamp down on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The search for overland routes for oil and other goods has led directly to Syria, an old crossroads revived. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how civics education is coming back to American schools; how funds are rising for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, so are detention complaints; and a look at how Colombia鈥檚 national soccer jersey became political. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.During the Iran war, Tehran's most potent lev...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260616A U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal leaves many Israelis feeling vulnerable and abandoned by their most important ally. They expressed concerns for Israel鈥檚 security and freedom of action against its enemies, and some criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to achieve his war aims. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including a closer look at the peace deal with the U.S. and Iran; how one Kansas mayor鈥檚 imminent deportation has some Trump supporters conflicted on immigration enforcement; and how a fish farm in Algeria is bringing the sea鈥檚 bounty to the Sahara. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260616A U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal leaves many Israelis feeling vulnerable and abandoned by their most important ally. They expressed concerns for Israel鈥檚 security and freedom of action against its enemies, and some criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to achieve his war aims. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including a closer look at the peace deal with the U.S. and Iran; how one Kansas mayor鈥檚 imminent deportation has some Trump supporters conflicted on immigration enforcement; and how a fish farm in Algeria is bringing the sea鈥檚 bounty to the Sahara. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.A U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal leaves many Israelis fe...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260613On Sunday, the White House will host a series of mixed martial arts fights 鈥� one of many planned 250th anniversary events that are proving more divisive than unifying. Some are already seeing America鈥檚 semiquincentennial as a missed opportunity. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including the cost of Pakistan鈥檚 role as mediator between the United States and Iran, national pride at the World Cup for Cape Verdean soccer fans, and the standoff between Congress and President Donald Trump over privacy concerns with the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260613On Sunday, the White House will host a series of mixed martial arts fights 鈥� one of many planned 250th anniversary events that are proving more divisive than unifying. Some are already seeing America鈥檚 semiquincentennial as a missed opportunity. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including the cost of Pakistan鈥檚 role as mediator between the United States and Iran, national pride at the World Cup for Cape Verdean soccer fans, and the standoff between Congress and President Donald Trump over privacy concerns with the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.On Sunday, the White House will host a series of m...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260612The world has watched as President Donald Trump vacillates between promises that peace is near in Iran and threats of renewed war. No one bears the cost of that uncertainty more than Iranians. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including a look at 鈥渢wo-tiered policing,鈥� which is partially fueling the protests over the murder of Henry Nowak in England; how the arrival of general-purpose humanoid robots could allow a new stage of automation; and what writer Robert Macfarlane calls 鈥渢he seven wonders of birds鈥� in his field guide, 鈥淭he Book of Birds.鈥� Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260612The world has watched as President Donald Trump vacillates between promises that peace is near in Iran and threats of renewed war. No one bears the cost of that uncertainty more than Iranians. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including a look at 鈥渢wo-tiered policing,鈥� which is partially fueling the protests over the murder of Henry Nowak in England; how the arrival of general-purpose humanoid robots could allow a new stage of automation; and what writer Robert Macfarlane calls 鈥渢he seven wonders of birds鈥� in his field guide, 鈥淭he Book of Birds.鈥� Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.The world has watched as President Donald Trump va...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260611SpaceX debuts on a U.S. stock exchange this week in what鈥檚 anticipated to be a record-breaking public offering, with high stakes for investors and the U.S. economy. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how a U.S. troop rescue near Iran points to the rising use of sea drones in combat; how on this year鈥檚 anniversary of the D-Day landings that turned the tide against Nazi Germany in World War II, the Trump administration offered a full-throated endorsement of Europe鈥檚 far-right political parties; and how soccer mania in Mexico is swelling as the World Cup opens. Join the Monitor's Christa Case Bryant for today's news.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260611SpaceX debuts on a U.S. stock exchange this week in what鈥檚 anticipated to be a record-breaking public offering, with high stakes for investors and the U.S. economy. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how a U.S. troop rescue near Iran points to the rising use of sea drones in combat; how on this year鈥檚 anniversary of the D-Day landings that turned the tide against Nazi Germany in World War II, the Trump administration offered a full-throated endorsement of Europe鈥檚 far-right political parties; and how soccer mania in Mexico is swelling as the World Cup opens. Join the Monitor's Christa Case Bryant for today's news.SpaceX debuts on a U.S. stock exchange this week i...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260610Decades of dictatorship culminated in 15 years of war and turmoil in Syria, making the country a focal point of hardship in the Middle East. But with the region torn asunder by the U.S.-Iran war, a relatively peaceful Syria is now an outpost of progress and hope. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including why questions are being raised about who sets and implements AI policy in the U.S.; a look at a recent summit between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un; and how this year鈥檚 World Cup differs in size compared to years past. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260610Decades of dictatorship culminated in 15 years of war and turmoil in Syria, making the country a focal point of hardship in the Middle East. But with the region torn asunder by the U.S.-Iran war, a relatively peaceful Syria is now an outpost of progress and hope. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including why questions are being raised about who sets and implements AI policy in the U.S.; a look at a recent summit between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un; and how this year鈥檚 World Cup differs in size compared to years past. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.Decades of dictatorship culminated in 15 years of ...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260609President Donald Trump keeps saying that a Middle East peace deal is close at hand. But a new round of direct attacks between Israel and Iran raises questions about when 鈥� and how 鈥� this war will ultimately come to an end. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including why a delay in counting votes cast in California鈥檚 primary election could further undermine trust in elections; a look at a new air conditioning unit rental market in India鈥檚 major cities; and how some of Maryland鈥檚 earliest settlers pioneered a form of religious liberty present in America鈥檚 founding documents. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260609President Donald Trump keeps saying that a Middle East peace deal is close at hand. But a new round of direct attacks between Israel and Iran raises questions about when 鈥� and how 鈥� this war will ultimately come to an end. Also: today鈥檚 stories, including why a delay in counting votes cast in California鈥檚 primary election could further undermine trust in elections; a look at a new air conditioning unit rental market in India鈥檚 major cities; and how some of Maryland鈥檚 earliest settlers pioneered a form of religious liberty present in America鈥檚 founding documents. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.President Donald Trump keeps saying that a Middle ...海角大神nofull/Daily/2026/20260606Star-spangled superfans hope their raucous support might give U.S. soccer a home-field advantage. How long until the US team wins it all? Might be a while. Only eight countries have won the World Cup since it was first held in 1930. 鈥淭he American bravado,鈥� a former coach in the US told our reporters, 鈥渋s that we should be good at everything.鈥� Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how The Stratos Project, a data center near Utah鈥檚 Great Salt Lake, has scaled back its planned footprint; why Armenian voters are facing a thorny dilemma as they head to polls this Sunday, and our reviewer鈥檚 take on Author Maggie O鈥橣arrell鈥檚 new book, 鈥淟and.鈥� Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:30:00 EDT/Daily/2026/20260606Star-spangled superfans hope their raucous support might give U.S. soccer a home-field advantage. How long until the US team wins it all? Might be a while. Only eight countries have won the World Cup since it was first held in 1930. 鈥淭he American bravado,鈥� a former coach in the US told our reporters, 鈥渋s that we should be good at everything.鈥� Also: today鈥檚 stories, including how The Stratos Project, a data center near Utah鈥檚 Great Salt Lake, has scaled back its planned footprint; why Armenian voters are facing a thorny dilemma as they head to polls this Sunday, and our reviewer鈥檚 take on Author Maggie O鈥橣arrell鈥檚 new book, 鈥淟and.鈥� Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.Star-spangled superfans hope their raucous support...海角大神nofull