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Alienated: US and Turkey, FaceApp, and Area 51

Alienated: US and Turkey, FaceApp, and Area 51

FromSkimm This


Alienated: US and Turkey, FaceApp, and Area 51

FromSkimm This

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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
Jul 18, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Turkey just ordered a new missile defense system from Russia. And now the US is telling Turkey: no F-35 fighter jets for you. Basically, the US is worried selling Turkey the F-35s means giving Russia access to top secret tech. We’ll tell you why that’s a concern for the US, and how it affects the relationship with Turkey, a key NATO ally. Meanwhile, another Russian invention is causing people’s hair to go gray: it’s called FaceApp. Some US lawmakers are warning that your uploaded selfies may end up in the Russian government’s inbox. We’ll explain why. Also on today’s episode: tragedy strikes a famous animation studio in Japan, and why the US government is going there...out there.
Released:
Jul 18, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

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“Skimm This” is a weekly news program that breaks down important stories from the past week and adds context and clarity to answer the questions on your mind. Every Friday morning.