High Crimes: Hearings at the Hague, Articles in the House, and Shifty DNA

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🗓️ 10 December 2019

⏱️ 14 minutes

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The government of Myanmar is in court this week over allegations of genocide, and the actions of the country’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning leader is raising some eyebrows. We’ll explain why this case could have international implications. Meanwhile, Democrats in the House of Representatives have officially decided on two articles of impeachment against President Trump. We’ll break down what’s in them, and what ended up on the cutting room floor. Also on today’s show: a day to celebrate human rights, and a medical marvel that could really change you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	It's Tuesday, December 10th.
0:03.1	Welcome to Schim this.
0:04.4	We're breaking down the most complex stories of the day and giving you the context on
0:08.1	why they matter.
0:09.3	Today, the government of Myanmar is in court.
0:12.1	We'll explain what this case is all about and why it could have international implications.
0:16.7	Then...
0:17.7	The House Committee on the Judiciary is introducing two articles of impeachment, charging the
0:22.5	President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, with committing high crimes and misdemeanors.
0:29.8	And finally, a medical marvel that'll really change you.
0:33.4	We're here to make your evening smarter.
0:35.4	Let's skim this.
0:39.0	Today's episode is brought to you by Uber.
0:44.4	The most complicated story today is about a major court case over allegations of genocide.
0:49.6	Today, the United Nations' highest court began a three-day hearing against the government
0:54.4	of Myanmar.
0:55.4	Myanmar is accused of carrying out genocide a couple years ago.
0:59.0	Against Rohingya Muslims living there.
1:01.5	Bringing the case against Myanmar is another country, the tiny West African nation of the
1:06.0	Gambia.
1:07.0	And if that sounds unusual, that's because it kind of is.
1:10.8	This case is the first of its kind.
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