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Inside India’s Economy Amid Global Trade Tensions (shortened ver.)
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15:36Amid ongoing global trade tensions and a shifting U.S.-China dynamic, India is positioning itself as a strategic alternative in global supply chains. But its push to become a major manufacturing power is shaped by internal constraints, a pressing need to reduce dependence on Chinese imports, and long-term policy challenges. From strategic sectors l…
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Inside India’s Economy Amid Global Trade Tensions (full ver.)
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35:02Amid ongoing global trade tensions and a shifting U.S.-China dynamic, India is positioning itself as a strategic alternative in global supply chains. But its push to become a major manufacturing power is shaped by internal constraints, a pressing need to reduce dependence on Chinese imports, and long-term policy challenges. From strategic sectors l…
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Supporting UCSB Students: An Interview With Gaucho Underground Scholars
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6:13At UCSB, Gaucho Underground Scholars offer vital resources to students who have often been excluded from higher education.By KCSB News
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Gavin Newsom's Plans For California's Homeless Population
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2:39California Governor Gavin Newsom is calling on local governments to enact stricter policies on homeless encampments, while expanding statewide resources for behavioral and mental health services. KCSB's Grace Medecki has the story.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Emily Kimmel brings you the latest in labor and activism.By KCSB News
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Trump Administration Proposed Budget Threatens Elimination of Head Start and the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Full-Length Ver.)
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18:15A Trump administration proposed 2026 budget could eliminate funding for three key social programs in Santa Barbara County: Head Start, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP), and Community Service Block Grants (CSBGs). Head Start and LIHEAP are administered through Communify in Santa Barbara. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Communit…
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors Vote to Address Oil and Gas Operations
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4:04As concerns of climate change rise across the nation, Santa Barbara County's Board of Supervisors held a hearing to address these concerns by county members and local organizations. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez has the story.By KCSB News
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University of Oregon Student Workers Ratify Historic Contract
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4:22The University of Oregon Student Workers Union (or UOSW) is a wall-to-wall union, meaning they represent all kinds of student workers. They recently ratified their first contract. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to union organizer Robin Bailey to find out how the union’s recent strike led to this moment.By KCSB News
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The Tense History and Current Intensification of India-Pakistan Relations
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9:10The relationship between India and Pakistan has been tense since both countries gained independence, most recently with the largest escalation since the 1970s. KCSB's Devon Szalva talks to Professor Mark Juergensmeyer about the history of Indian-Pakistani relations, the current conflict, and next steps.…
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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The City of Santa Barbara abruptly cut off access to La Casa de la Raza, and dozens showed up at a City Council meeting to express their concern. KCSB’s Ray Briare has more.By KCSB News
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AFSCME and UPTE, unions representing UC workers, have filed charges of unfair labor practices against the University. Today other labor leaders joined them at the UC Regents meeting, in civil disobedience that led to arrests. KCSB’s Ray Briare has more.By KCSB News
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Teachers in California face no paid pregnancy or maternity leave
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2:04This month, as we celebrate Mother’s Day and Teacher Appreciation Week, discussions surrounding how California supports its teachers increase. Alice Dehghanzadeh with KCSB News has more.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Emily Kimmel brings you the latest in labor and activism.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the city.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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Presidential Candidate Disqualified From UCSB’s Spring General Election
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1:16The AS Judicial Council at UCSB has disqualified a student presidential candidate from the Spring General Election. KCSB’s Joyce Chi has more.By KCSB News
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Trump Administration Proposed Budget Threatens Elimination of Head Start and Other Social Programs
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9:15A Trump administration proposed 2026 budget could eliminate funding for three key social programs in Santa Barbara County: Head Start, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Community Service Block Grants (CSBGs). Head Start and LIHEAP are administered through Communify in Santa Barbara. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Communit…
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US Bill to Ban Israel Boycotts Faces Right-Wing Backlash Over Free Speech Concerns
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2:00After prominent online backlash by right-wing figures, the Anti-Boycott Act vote in the US House of Representatives has been cancelled indefinitely. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez has more on the story.By KCSB News
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“Standing Above the Clouds”: Native Hawaiian Activists Share Story of Mauna Kea Activism at UCSB Screening
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6:39On Tuesday, May 6th, activists Pua Chase and Kapulie Flores held a discussion and participated in the screening of the documentary film “Standing Above the Clouds”, directed by Jalena Keane-Lee, at the Isla Vista Theater. The event, attended by students, educators, and community members, follows Native Hawaiian families and mother-and-daughter acti…
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ACLU Successfully Quashes Invasive Search Warrant
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6:56UC Santa Cruz student protester Lena was served a highly invasive search warrant this fall. This warrant came as universities around the country, including UC Santa Barbara were attempting to prosecute pro-Palestine activists. Here’s more from ACLU attorney Chessie Thatcher.By KCSB News
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Elon Musk’s conflicts of interest worth at least $2.37 billion
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2:36Senate Democrats are calling for an investigation, accusing billionaire CEO Elon Musk of using his government position to sidestep regulations and benefit his companies. The Senate Subcommittee report reveals Musk could face more than $2 billion in potential legal risks—and that's just the beginning. KCSB’s Lena Cen has more.…
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Church Involvement in Nazi Policies: A Study on Legitimizing Racial Hygiene
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7:55Maurice Backschat is a PhD student at the University of Munster and University of Groningen studying the overlap between theology and Germany history. His research on the changing beliefs of the Protestant Church during the Nazi regime, specifically through the eyes of the case study of Helmuth Schreiner, was presented upon at UCSB on April 29th. K…
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In California, Overdose-Reversal Medication Is Accessible at a New Discounted Price
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1:54In the ongoing effort to reduce fentanyl-related deaths, the California government declared that the state will now sell the overdose medication Naloxone at a highly reduced price as part of Governor Newson’s plan to lower the prices of prescription drugs. KCSB’s Abbey Guerrero has the story.By KCSB News
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Germany's 2025 election has declared Friederich Merz of the CDU/CSU faction the new chancellor, with the far right AfD party gaining the second-most number of parliament seats. KCSB's Devon Szalva recaps the election and its controversies.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Emily Kimmel brings you the latest in labor, activism, and social justice.By KCSB News
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Meet the Candidates: External Vice President for Local Affairs (EVPLA)
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16:21Hear from Neha Kumaran and EJ Raad, who are running for AS External Vice President for Local Affairs. Visit vote.as.ucsb.edu to vote before Friday, May 9 at 12 PM.Timestamps:Kumaran - 00:24-07:50Raad - 07:54-16:00By KCSB News
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Hear from Le Anh Metzger and Dan Siddiqui, who are running for AS President. Visit vote.as.ucsb.edu to vote before Friday, May 9 at 12 PM.Timestamps: Metzger - 00:10-09:47Siddiqui - 09:56-24:36By KCSB News
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Meet the Candidates: AS Internal Vice President (IVP)
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12:10Hear from Enri Lala, one of two candidates running for AS Internal Vice President. (Allan Maldonado did not respond to our interview requests.) Visit vote.as.ucsb.edu to vote before Friday, May 9 at 12 PM.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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The UCPD has received four reports of hate crimes since April 28th, all based on ethnicity or national origin. Jam was on the phone with her friend walking by student health when she heard a man yell “get out of my country” and repeatedly ask for her green card. While waiting on the police non-emergency line with two girls who came over to help, th…
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Santa Barbara marked International Workers’ Day with a strike, a teach-in, speeches, and a march at UCSB, and a rally at the County Courthouse downtown. KCSB’s Ray Briare has more.By KCSB News
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Endangered Steelhead Trout That Survived Palisades Fire Spawn in Santa Barbara County
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1:32A group of endangered steelhead trout that survived relocation during the Palisades fire has begun to flourish in Santa Barbara County. KCSB’s Nicolás Brown-Corrada has more.By KCSB News
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How Trump's Tariffs Could Impact the US and Santa Barbara
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12:37Is the US headed for a recession? KCSB's Robert Stark poses this question to UCSB economics Professor Lanny Ebenstein who also comments on potential impact on Santa Barbara's South Coast.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Judicial Council Finds Election Manipulation, Pushes Back UCSB Elections
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7:39Two Judicial Council decisions have pushed all UCSB election deadlines back. The deadline to declare for choice candidacy has been extended to Friday, May 2nd at noon; the campaigning period will now start on Saturday, May 3rd.; and students will cast their ballots online on GOLD between Monday, May 5th and Friday, May 9th at noon. KCSB's Rosie Bul…
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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In 2015, Plains All American's oil pipeline, carrying oil from the offshore Santa Ynez Unit, ruptured along the Gaviota Coast. The spill spread across 150 miles of California's coast, killing wildlife, harming residents, and hurting the economy. The initial rupture occurred because of a flawed pipeline design and inadequate pipeline management, lea…
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Father of Deceased UCSB Student Liz Hamel Pleads for Help
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6:59A UCSB freshman apparently fell to her death at the San Rafael dorm in February. Two months later the circumstances are still a mystery, and her father is begging for information. KCSB's Ray Briare has this story.Anyone with relevant information may contact Claytor Investigations by calling or texting 805-335-3851.Update (5/2): The man in the photo…
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Judicial Council Finds Election Manipulation, Pushes Back UCSB Elections
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7:48Two Judicial Council Decisions have pushed all UCSB election deadlines back. The deadline to declare for choice candidacy has been extended to Friday, May 2nd at noon; the campaigning period will now start on Saturday, May 3rd.; and students will cast their ballots online on GOLD between Monday, May 5th and Friday, May 9th at noon. KCSB's Rosie Bul…
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2025 May Day March at UCSB by KCSB NewsBy KCSB News
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KCSB's Emily Kimmel has the latest in labor and activism news.By KCSB News
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The People's Program: The Maryland Father Trapped in El Salvador
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1:04:41Rosie Bultman and Salvadoran Journalist Ricardo Avelar discuss the significance of Kilmar Abrego Garcia's unlawful deportation, El Salvador's crime crackdown, and the growing relationship between Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele and Donald Trump.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News
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