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November 09 China Is Making It Harder to Leave. Some People Find Out at the Airport Gate.
New rules give officials broad power to stop citizens from leaving, and analysts say the checks fall hardest on people with savings, debts, or family abroad.
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7 min
November 06 Rising Property Taxes and the Growing Push for Limits | Aaron Gifford
Voters in seven states are deciding whether to place new limits on property taxes, amid growing complaints that rising home values and local spending—especially on schools—are driving bills higher than many residents can afford.
In this episode of Epoch Reports, Benjamin Trenerry speaks with Epoch Times journalist Aaron Gifford, who has been covering the property tax reform measures on the ballot and the financial pressures facing homeowners, particularly seniors.
They discuss why proponents say states have been collecting far more revenue than needed, the forces pushing property taxes upward (including soaring school costs), and the arguments on both sides of the ballot measures.
They also look at how these proposals fit into broader concerns about housing affordability and local government spending, and what the outcomes could mean for homeowners and public services in the states voting on them.
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27 min
November 05 US Suspends Some Tech Giants From Foreign Worker Program—What's Next?
The suspensions, though significant, do not directly target H-1B visas—and they do not ban Microsoft and others from the program.
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7 min
November 04 How the Pentagon’s Blacklist Shows the Real US–China Rivalry
The list reshapes Pentagon supply chains and shows that technology remains at the center of U.S.–China competition.
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7 min
November 02 Michigan, Maine, and the Midterms: On the Ground With Jacob Burg
With the 2026 midterms upon us, the races for Senate control are playing out in states where national polls and on-the-ground sentiment do not always align.
In this episode of Epoch Reports, Benjamin Trenerry speaks with Epoch Times journalist Jacob Burg, who has been reporting from Michigan and Maine in the final stretch and speaking with voters and local observers.
They discuss Trump’s influence on whether Republican candidates succeed, and the issues actually dominating conversations on the ground. They also examine the dynamics of the Senate race in Maine and what independent voters still appear to be weighing up as Election Day approaches.
They look at the wider picture of the final days: what the campaigns are doing that voters seem to notice, the cautious mood around the polls, and what the on-the-ground reporting suggests about the atmosphere in two of the most closely watched states.
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45 min
October 30 On the Ground in France's Riots | Etienne Fauchaire
How did protests by high school students over poor school conditions in the Paris suburbs turn into nationwide unrest marked by rioting, arson, and looting?
In this episode we examine the origins of the protests, the role of far-left groups and other actors, the political responses from French politicians, and the broader questions of authority, culture, and integration that have surfaced amid the violence.
Host Benjamin Trenerry speaks with Epoch Times journalist Etienne Fauchaire, who has been reporting from the ground in Paris since the early blockades. Drawing on his firsthand coverage of the marches, the crowds, and the clashes, he explains what protesters told him, how the atmosphere shifted, and what's coming next.
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34 min
October 29 US Law Wasn’t Built for How China’s Spies Operate in America
Declassified FBI files and federal prosecutions show how Beijing operates through an expansive U.S. network, weaponizing tasks that are largely lawful.
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8 min
October 28 Guns, Religion, and Climate: Upcoming Supreme Court Cases | Sam Dorman
How does the Supreme Court decide which cases to take, and what does it actually rule on?
In this episode we look at the top court’s 2026–27 term and several notable cases on the docket, including challenges to bans on so-called assault weapons, a Colorado preschool funding dispute, and the city of Boulder’s lawsuit against energy companies over alleged climate effects.
Host Benjamin Trenerry speaks with Epoch Times editor Sam Dorman, who has been covering these cases. Drawing on his reporting, he explains how the court often focuses on narrow legal questions and walks through the arguments raised by the parties in the cases examined.
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27 min
October 26 Amish Families Weigh Their Futures as Vaccine Fight Continues in New York
A legal battle over school vaccines has some Amish families considering whether they can remain in New York.
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7 min
October 23 How Food Affects the Way We Cope With Stress | Sheridan Genrich
Can food change how we handle stress? In this episode we look at what stress does in the body, its link to the food we eat, and the important connection between the gut and the brain.
Host Benjamin Trenerry speaks with clinical nutritionist and Epoch Times writer Sheridan Genrich, who shares practical tips on what to eat when life feels overwhelming and why the way we eat can matter as much as what is on our plate.
Drawing on her clinical experience, Sheridan explains the fight-or-flight response, why modern life can leave the nervous system on constant alert, and simple steps listeners can try for themselves.
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39 min

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