Myanmar Quake, Who Pays Tariffs, E.O. Impacts On Arts

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🗓️ 29 March 2025

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A powerful earthquake struck Southeast Asia Friday, killing more than 1,000 people. New tariffs come into effect in days, with American consumers likely paying for them. President Trump's executive actions targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion are having effects on arts and culture across the country.

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0:00.0	Buildings topple and Myanmar's military government makes a rare plea for international aid.
0:07.5	That's after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake shook Southeast Asia. I'm Scott Simon. I'm Adipralta,
0:14.4	and this is up first from NPR News. Recovery efforts are underway in Myanmar and neighboring Thailand.
0:23.7	We have the latest.
0:24.7	Sweeping tariffs come into effect in days,
0:27.3	what you need to know about who will be footing the bill.
0:30.2	And how the administration's anti-diversity efforts may affect your local theater or children's museum.
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