Boulder Attack Latest, Ukraine and Russia Talks, South Korea Election
Jun 03, 2025•13 min
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Summary
This episode reports on the latest developments in the Boulder, Colorado attack, including details about the suspect's motive and federal charges. It also covers the outcome of Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks in Istanbul, which yielded no ceasefire but included discussions on abducted children and a limited prisoner exchange. Finally, the episode looks at the snap presidential election in South Korea, shaped by recent political turmoil and voters' concerns about democracy, candidates, and international relations.Episode description
The man arrested in Colorado for an attack on people demonstrating in support of Israeli hostages being held by Hamas is facing a federal hate crime charge and multiple felonies. A second round of talks between Russia and Ukraine did not result in a ceasefire but the two countries did agree to a new prisoner swap. And, following months of political turmoil South Koreans are voting for a new president.
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Today's episode of Up First was edited by Eric Whitney, Ryland Barton, Kevin Drew, Lisa Thomson and Adriana Gallardo. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Zo van Ginhoven and our technical director is Carleigh Strange.
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Today's episode of Up First was edited by Eric Whitney, Ryland Barton, Kevin Drew, Lisa Thomson and Adriana Gallardo. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Zo van Ginhoven and our technical director is Carleigh Strange.
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