The Pour Over Today - Ebola Outbreak in Congo, ISIS Terrorist Taken Out, U.S.-China Summit Recap, & More

Starting point is 00:00:01 Hey, this is Joe. And this is Peter. Today, we're talking about WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo in international emergency. U.S. Nigerian forces reportedly take out ISIS second in command, recapping the U.S. China summit, and other top headlines from Monday, May 18th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with the pourover. Here's your quote of the day. Down through the years, I'm going to say.

Starting point is 00:00:31 I turned to the Bible and found in it all that I needed. Ruth Graham. Let's get started with some espresso shots. The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a quote, public health emergency of international concern. The declaration came Sunday after 80 reported deaths, eight lab-confirmed cases,

Starting point is 00:01:00 and 246 suspected cases were identified as the rare, Bundibugio strain, which has no approved treatment or vaccine. The outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency, maybe you remember COVID-19, but officials warn the scale could be, quote, much larger than currently reported. Two cases, including one death, have been confirmed in Uganda among travelers from Congo. The WHO Declaration aims to mobilize other countries to action as response efforts have been complicated by local conflict, population mobility, and informal health facilities. Authorities urge neighboring countries to establish monitoring measures, but advised against closing borders,

Starting point is 00:01:50 saying such moves are usually, quote, implemented out of fear. Let's pray for God to move. God, our refuge, bring under the shadow of your wings those who have lost loved ones to this disease. Give them the enduring comfort of the good news of forgiveness and eternal life in the face of this terribly bad news of corruption and death. Be a refuge, a fortress, a friend for the sick who have been quarantined, separated from their support systems. Give doctors and public health officials skill for healing, communication, and containment. Bless the work of scientists and biomedical racing to find new methods of protection, and shower the public with steadying grace, healing, protecting, and renewing the world through your word by the power of your spirit.

Starting point is 00:02:53 Amen. President Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces took out, quote, the most active terrorist in the world Friday night. Abu Bilal Amanuki, believed to be the second in command of ISIS globally, was reportedly killed, along with, quote, several of his lieutenants, in a, quote, very complex helicopter-borne assault on his Lake Chad Island compound. Nigerian officials reported no Nigerian or American casualties in the three-hour firefight, describing the, quote, daring joint operation as proof of growing cooperation between the giant of Africa and Lady Liberty. The Islamic State has shifted south in recent years. 90% of its attacks happen in sub-Saharan Africa,

Starting point is 00:03:45 and is especially active in Nigeria. Al-Manuki has been linked to attacks targeting civilians and minorities, including 2018's kidnapping of over 100 schoolgirls. Military analysts are pouring through recovered records to learn about ISIS activities. While celebrating justice for victims and protection of the vulnerable, believers simultaneously work to obey. Bay Jesus' radical command to love our enemies, including terrorists, and pray for those who persecute us.

Starting point is 00:04:25 As Matthew 5 43 through 45 says, you have heard that it was said. Love your neighbor and hate your enemy, but I tell you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you so that you may be children of your father in heaven. Reports from last week's U.S. China Summit are a bit of a he-sendombs. said, Xi said. Returning on Air Force One Friday, President Trump praised Chinese president Xi Jinping as a, quote, incredible guy and touted, quote,

Starting point is 00:05:03 fantastic trade deals, including China buying 200 Boeing jets and billions in soybeans. Xi said the summit represented a new era of, quote, constructive strategic stability after last year's trade war, but Beijing hasn't confirmed buying Boeing's or beans. On Taiwan, which emerged as the summit's stickiest sticking point, Trump said he's reconsidering the previously authorized Xi opposed $100 billion arms package for the semiconductor hub, a potential break with decades of U.S. precedent. Secretary of State Marco Rubio insists policy hasn't changed.

Starting point is 00:05:45 Xi is scheduled to come to Washington in September, two months before the current U.S.-China tariff pause is set to expire. Here's a verse to consider whether the relationships you're working on are international or domestic, and whether you're talking trade deals or chore duties. Give careful thought to do what is honorable in everyone's eyes, if possible. As far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12, verses 17 and 18.

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Starting point is 00:07:51 Cassidy, one of seven GOP senators who voted to convict President Trump in his second impeachment trial, thanked supporters, saying sometimes democracy, doesn't turn out the way you want. Let Low and Fleming face a June 27th runoff. Napoleon Solo dominated Saturday's 151st Preakness Stakes. Entering with 7-to-1 odds, he stormed past favorite Taj Mahal

Starting point is 00:08:19 to win by 1-1-4th slinks at Laurel Park in Maryland, holding off Iron Honor down the stretch. Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo skipped the race, the third derby champ in the last five years to sit leg two out, dashing triple crown hopes early. Bulgaria brought a banger to Eurovision. Bulgarian singer Dara stole the show Saturday at the 70th Eurovision song contest with her party anthem Bangaranga, beating out 24 other sequined competitors and giving the European country its first Eurovision victory.

Starting point is 00:08:59 The underdog country's win came amid controversy. Five countries boycotted and hundreds gathered to protest Israel's inclusion in the contest. One of Ukraine's largest drone strikes on Russia killed at least four people, three of them near Moscow, and wounded a dozen others this weekend. Reckage fell on Russia's busiest airport but didn't cause damage. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the barrage of over 500 drones was, quote, an entirely justified response to Russian attacks like last week's strike on Kriv that killed 24. Ronda Rousey didn't waste her comeback.

Starting point is 00:09:45 In her first fight in nearly a decade, the former UFC champ submitted Gina Carrano with her signature arm bar 17 seconds into Saturday's main event. It had been nearly 17 years since Carano's last fight. The event put on by Jake Paul's most valuable promotions, was streamed live on Netflix. That's all the news we have for today. But here's some good news to dwell on for the start of your week. Christ has died.

Starting point is 00:10:15 Christ is risen. And Christ will come again someday. As always, thanks for listening, TPOFam. If you're listening on the Apple Podcast app, give us a five-star rating and drop a review. If you're listening on Spotify, give us a follow and hit the notification bell to never miss a new episode. We're grateful for your support and hope you have a great Monday.

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The Pour Over Today - Ebola Outbreak in Congo, ISIS Terrorist Taken Out, U.S.-China Summit Recap, & More

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