US military pressure on Venezuela has increased while the Maduro government has tightened domestic control. Families of political prisoners report disappearances, physical torture and a justice system that compels detainees to accept state-appointed lawyers. Hong Kong officials confirmed more than 150 deaths after a massive fire gutted several high-rise apartment buildings in the Tai Po district. Peace talks over Ukraine remain unresolved with ongoing diplomatic uncertainty and continuing focus on negotiation status. A radiation-eating fungus was discovered at the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site. Listeners are invited to hear Music Heard on Air and to review available ad-choice information.
"As the US ramps up military pressure on Venezuela, the Maduro government is tightening its grip at home."
"Families of political prisoners describe disappearances, torture and a justice system that forces detainees to accept state-appointed lawyers."
"Also, Hong Kong officials have announced that more than 150 people are now confirmed dead after last week's massive fire that gutted several high-rise apartment buildings in the Tai Po district."
"Plus, a radiation-eating fungus found at the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster."
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