Shots fired at the White House Correspondents Dinner, U.S.-Iran, and condom prices surge
About this episode
The episode covers a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner, U.S.-Iran relations, and the impact of the Strait of Hormuz closure on condom prices.
A gunman charges through security and fires shots at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington D.C., sending U.S. President Donald Trump and hundreds of guests diving for cover. Iran is demanding the United States lift its blockade on Iranian ports before any new talks can begin, as hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough begin to fade. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends condom prices soaring, going viral in China. Plus, how the protein-maxxing trend is throwing a lifeline to some American farmers. Watch to the latest On Assignment On tour with Pope Leo here Listen to the Morning Bid podcast here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter here. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Host: Reuters
Topics covered
- White House Correspondents Dinner
- U.S.-Iran relations
- condom prices
- diplomatic talks
- American farmers
- protein-maxxing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Reuters
Places: Iran, Washington D.C., Strait of Hormuz
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