How Is Inflation Leading To Political Instability? | The Perfect Storm - Part 2/2 | CNA Documentary
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- A Perfect Storm of war, climate change and disease is fueling inflation. In the US and UK, more are turning to food banks to seek help. In Southeast Asia, students drop out of schools, as families struggle to make ends meet.
On top of that, companies worry of geopolitical risk, a Taiwan contingency and what that may do to supply chains that are already stressed.
In this documentary, eminent global thinkers weigh in on these shocks to the global system, and discuss possible ways forward.
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About the show: We are confronting a Perfect Storm of war, disease, inflation, hunger and climate change. Experts warn that humanity is facing its biggest crisis since World War 2. How should these shocks be tackled?
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Thank you for inviting SM Tharman to speak on the topic of this documentary. His insightful views truly open my understanding of the many challenges we as a world are dealing with and agree with him on multilateral cooperation between countries being a better solution to lift people from decades after decades of the same problems.
Inflation within the countries of the United States and Canada is forcing many to rely of food banks. Mainly, this is due to over 70% of the paycheque having to go into paying the monthly rent, not much is left over for the basic essentials. Having to cut out some grocery items because of the price, eliminating the luxury items like cable television, internet connection, vehicles due to expensive gasoline and diesel fuels.
Everything went the wrong direction. Seems like these Democrats don't care about the working people. I do believe if we vote Republicans, the country will be at least stop falling off the cliff.
Sorry to hear that. US govn. Should focus to domestic issue rather than world issue. I could not imagine most people still rent house.
The problem in America is rooted in a nearsighted policy by allowing investors from foreigners to buy real estate in the country and own many rental properties to satisfy the shareholders. That is a runaway train and caused homelessness for Americans. The policy was implemented in 1980 and the real effect is felt heavily now.
As an OFW (overseas Filipino worker), this documentary makes my heart tight because I resonate with my fellowmen struggling during this time having lived that way when I was growing up. We are better off now and Im truly grateful. I can only imagine how difficult life can be when you're poor in the Philippines especially in metro Manila during a pandemic. To the younger Filipinos out there, work your hardest so you will be able to live a better kind of life socioeconomically. It will be hard but do it for your future selves. It will be worth it I promise you.
but Filipino never have any problem in making lots of babies....
@@milesinnz sir, have a day off. God Bless
I've lived in Canada and now New Zealand. Western countries are really expensive to live in and most people really weigh the decision of whether to have babies or not depending on finances. I find this documentary frustrating. What is the mentality of the working poor filipinos? I understand it's a Catholic country however, is birth control discussed when you're growing up there? I don't understand why they have so many kids if they can barely feed themselves. Is there a resistance to using birth control? Just trying to understand.....
@@bluebellrose8 the catholic church tries to ban contraception and sex education...and in other regions.. allah will decide how many children you will have
@@bluebellrose8 Basically, it's the mentality. Kids are said to be their lucky charms, and their future benefactors in old age. Sex education isn't really a widely-accepted matter, and it's not really taught at school.
Another excellent program from CNA Insider. Thanks.
26:54 yes he are right. All people are forget they destroy iraq, libya, and wreak chaos is afganistan
Inflation was here long before the Ukraine war. What planet does CNA live in???
That’s true and fuel and gas electric was also going up before Ukraine war .they blaming all on war
They left out the part where oil companies purposely choose not hire more workers and they’re keep prices high due to the demand. Oil companies made billions off of the working class.
You got that incorrect. Democrat green policies forced oil companies to downsize refineries and now prices are high because of the lack of ability to refine. Supply and demand. Remember Biden professed that “we are going to get rid of fossil fuels”. Once you close refineries you can't just fire them back on. It takes decades for refineries to get their money back, so oil companies don't want to invest billions into firing up old refineries (many are unable to get them back to working) or build new one refineries because of the leftist green policies that want to get rid of fossil fuels. The high gas prices are 100% because of the Democrat green policies. When Trump was in office, the US was oil independent and exporting oil. Now Biden has the US importing oil from OPEC and other countries.
very good documentary showing the struggles of people in the current year
We feel happy in Vietnam. Where food, fuel, water, power are ok for all people.
…Blessings to the heroic people of Vietnam 🇻🇳…🌺🌹🇻🇳…
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You must be delusional. “Are ok for all people”? Take a closer look around you; there are many people in Vietnam who are suffering and the government doesn’t give a sh*t about them. Vietnam is a beautiful country, but don’t lie to people and say everything is okay there. The laws and rules there are of the jungle.
Happy for people in Vietnam. 🙂
I have a vietvanese pharmacist.
Thanks God, i live in lombok Indonesia we are not facing such a food shortage here. Foods are not problem at all, eventhou fuel price went up, we are fine.
No food......but the kid sits there using a mobile phone.
Great to see that they prioritize.
Such a great documentary and sharing. Thx CNA.
little did you know CNA is sponsored by U$ state dept.
Im Indonesian, today September-October the condition of the price of necessities of life in Indonesia is much more stable and quite affordable. Prices are going up but not like before. I think this video (Indonesian part) taken in June 2022.
This is only the beginning. Next could be a major food crisis!
This and the food crisis has already been going on since 2010
No wwIII is just around the corner probably
Food and energy
13:20
The poor will understand a hard fact that overpopulation is the mother of all their problems only when they're starving to death of hunger.
They don't have a house 🏠 yet they gave birth to 4 children. Having even a single child is a big burden for the poor in this era
Philippines is Catholic and the Catholic church opposes birth control.
There's depopulation!! There is no overpopulation!
Ah! These are such amazing times, such great work on documentaries, so wonderful and so grateful to learn, nothing more empowering than being informed, tky. Very much for creating a better society, it’s just the smart thing to do.
Vaya con Dios, Pura vida.
18th of June march was not in the UK it was in Dublin Ireland !! I was an attendee !!
Poor people see their children as an investment and a way out of the poverty for these selfish parents! Note to self: If you find hard to feed yourself and have a secured life do not try to raise a family!
a great dose of religion and cultural values tied up in lots of children... except God NEVER provides... just a big con....
To combat the negative effect of inflation, it’s a good idea to diversify your portfolio across different asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, and real estate, since this can help protect your portfolio against inflation. I’ve heard testimonies of people accruing over $550k during recessions
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Parnell Square in Dublin @ 8:36 is not part of the UK
Great work on these documentaries!
Hey CNA Insider Team, at 8:40 you have labelled the protest being in UK, but this is actually Dublin in Ireland. I can recognise the street as well as the Dublin Bus stop on the right in the frame. It is very close to Parnell Street. Please fix the label. Thanks
@Susan Kern
Hell No!
@Susan Kern don't you know the difference between Southern (or the Irish republic) and Northern Ireland.. are you so ignorant.. do you not know of the troubles only a few decades ago ??
Can CNA insider please contact me on how I can donate to Gia Balthazar’s education? Thank you!
Protests all you want But Nothing will change. Prices will keep increasing and increasing those who got money will survive. Once the Prices go up it never go down this is the fact.
Actually this is a huge fact that riots and theft will increase as well.
The Powers
that be and in High Places ,In all those that have the power to keep middle class people and poor people, around the world 🌎 poor,God will reveal the real crooked, around the world, that,keep the middle class poor and the poor struggle, Theirs are 4 richest countries ,in this World 🌎 that," will never be Broken,They want share the wealth with the poor people in the world, The Bible said we will always have poor people, Why not help rich people, when you know that you have the opportunity to help the poor people, The Bible also stated the in the end man will think of himself, and his money, But one thing Mankin, know Neck you came and Neck you will die, You didn't bring that money in this world and you can't take it with you. What killing the World is greedy.
great program
Brilliant documentary ❤
Excellent documentary 👍🏻👍🏻
Here's for a little perspective: My mom from rural China - who knew real famine in her youth - is perfectly serene. Seeing people stressed (12:38) because they can no longer bring home a whole chicken on an ordinary day will probably make her laugh. She actually knows what it means to see a chicken no more than once a YEAR.
Completely agree, me being from Mexico and literally having beans for dinner every day all my childhood, never being able to afford eating out and driving old cars always, the stories presented here about people in USA struggling just shows how spoiled people have become.
I am poor but my chickens are spared because i exist not on convenience and complaining. Your mom is a treasure so get hold of everybit of her wisdom.
Just because there are people who experience worse than you doesn't mean the problems you are facing have a major negative impact on your life.
And for a "little perspective". Your mum in rural China can heat her home with open fire. In the west we can't or we are hauled to prison for arceny. So pay 400% more for energy or freeze to death.
I think some of these clips highlight overpopulation problems in these countries more than anything. China and the US should take action
Was this video released at the same time it was posted? If not, can we get the release date in the description?
I don't think you can sanction China without sanction yourself. Let just say that inflation will 2-3 times what it is now. There will 2x the food lines and tent cities.
Half the crap in Walmart is Made in China... but American corporations decided to outscore... so...
so what, it doesn't affect the oligarchs of U$ and EU.
The war on world inflation is lost if governments keep catering to the rich and the banks, with continued tax cuts for the wealthiest 1% of the people, rich oligarchs, and wealthy companies who exploit the poor, our leaders can't hide anymore. Tax the rich, tax the wealthy and hold them accountable.....the poor are tired of the suffering.
These challenges, in one form or another, have existed since the beginning of civilization. The difference now is we have 24-hour access to information (like this video) which confirm all our fears...real or imagined.
Climate change is a quite new challenge
Minute 1:49 microwaved frozen potatoes which are very expensive compared to raw potatoes. Delivered pizza very expensive compared to fresh cook meal. She overspend at least $10 x 30 days = $300 her savings go to the pockets of the already wealthy pizza store.
Lol in the western world anything frozen (be it veggies, meat, or poultry) is cheaper than the raw/fresh ones?
I am so glad my small Canadian city in Saskatchewan makes urban density a priority. I do not own a vehicle instead I cycle everywhere. The thought of using my money on gasoline and oil changes is crazy. Even worse is that the price of a new vehicle is literally the same price I paid for my 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house. Literally feel sorry for all those living in sprawling suburbia living the "American Dream" with the massive house and yard, and all those cars. It is making y'all obese and then pharmaceutical companies make even more profit off of you.
Sucks that we'll have to downgrade to subhuman standards of living like yours in the future..
You realize that Canada is suffering from obesity as well right? Maybe your small city is fine, but the larger Canada is not.
@@rxses2111 Can confirm. Most European nations; especially those within the UK; used to mock America in the same fashion until they themselves started suffering the consequences of the obesity epidemic. "Conveniently" the obesity jokes stopped shortly thereafter. It's the same story in Canada. Also, do keep in mind that anyone who boasts about how great they THEMSELVES are, or THEIR life circumstances are, especially without warrant to an online audience, is desperately trying to gather envy and approval from others, as they cannot gather it from those around them. People who truly are happy and successful, don't need to TELL YOU how happy and successful they are lol...
Rising energy prices affect everyone because trade requires energy and expensive energy means these price increases move on to the consumer. I'm proud of you for living in a dense area and everything but Canada is not immune to being screwed over by inflation and expensive energy. Beyond that, not all of Canadians live in areas that don't require cars.
In the US, average cars are not remotely as expensive as houses or housing rent (including dense urban housing), and prices at the pump itself have largely fallen since the highs early this year. Our concern, like most of the world, is inflation in everyday commodities.
At 8:42 that’s in the Republic of Ireland not part of the UK
Many thanks for producing this informative and unbiased video about such an important topic. I have been following so many u tube producers that strive to help unite the peaceful and necessary cooperation between China and the US. I am heartened by stories produced like this that we will eventually find common interests and work together to make life for today's and future generations desirable. Again... thank you💜💜💜
Could WE please talk, think and acknowledge OVERPOPULATION !
Could WE please talk about dumping huge V8 🚗 cars, cook at home 🏡 buy in bulk, collective plantation of veggies,
Family 👪 planning a must !
The story protrayed of very poor family living in the Philippines is not reliable. Theres no argue that the country has alot of poor people but may not consider them as 'very poor'. The government has been providing alot of services helping them. The 'Ayuda' or assistance from the government in terms of money, food, medicines, school supplies, scholorship grants, etc. are available to those less priviledge. When the gasoline price went up taxi and jeepney drivers received monetary assistance. For the students on school opening they received school supplies and money. Students are also entitle to free bus rides or less 20% in their jeepney fare. Senior Citizens has given priviledges of less 20% in purchase of medication and also on food/groceries. There still alot of benefits to mention for Filipino people living in this beautiful country.
*Great Documentary Well Done CNA Insider Team*
Why are these people having kids when they cannot afford it?
I will never understand how parents can be so cruel so as to bring a child into poverty and despair.
Ooh judgemental with no context
Stop having babies people!!!
@@PSCA1988 Over population is a myth that's why Elon musk keeps having babies it's b. S. Less babies are born eveey year go and check the statistics
@@PSCA1988 then what? Extinction? No, the economy is a fake construction designed by a few people. Its not a natural law, its a construction to keep people enslaved. Only thing is that the western people think they are free, but have to work multiple Jobs to survive. At least the southern countrys know they are being f#cked. All debt could be wiped by the push of a button but then elites will loose power. Why do you think they saved the Banks but bankrupt common people?
In countries that are labour oriented, having more kids can actually ease the burden. (Yes child labour still exists)
Also there are other factors like family planning education.
You look at the size of the car, no wonder the petrol use up so much in the US.
I think education was very refreshing, but we should also reflect as Singaporeans how we can ensure every Sec Student can get their hands on a laptop to study and work.
But I have one question from the segment on the paradox on companies investing in China for their operations, yet pulling out. China has capital controls, how is something so delicate managed in this kind of environment.
I applaud CNA's effort in presenting the true conditions around the world, a far cry from western media's colored perspectives. I hope to see coverage about inequality in America.
If you are struggling with money and putting food on the table, why would you want to give birth like there is no tomorrow and start crying on national TV when interviewed?? I really don't understand these people.
It's human nature my friend. We have this urgency to populate the world. It's been like that for ages. Just like animals. If humans don't have that urge then we should have been extinct a long time ago. This is a story of survival. They are doing they can to live an honorable life unlike the filthy rich corrupt politicians. These kind of people don't deserve to live if you ask me.
But don't mistake me. I am on the other end of the spectrum. I earn a decent living and capable to raise a family but I choose not to. So yes it's a matter of choice too.
Sex is the only form of entertainment the poor can afford…for a moment, the high cost is deferred
Many months after,,failed to anticipate well into the future is their chronic problem..
It's called POOR decisions for a reason after all...
@@Henry5623 How about some millionaires/ billionaires who lost their money because of being greedy?
Leave the cities and grow your foods now!!! Things will get worse. A new mandate is imminent: mandatory wor ship on the day of the sol claiming it will fight the new kid in the block: climate change. If you dont comply you will not be able to access money, cant make money, cant eat, thrown to jail and be put to death.
46,08 agree with him about the importance of multilateral action and definitely increased transparency
Once Sri Lanka's situation becomes better known, Politicians and western Media will come up with all sort of 'string along tactics' to keep you at home and don't demonstrate. Even Countries like Germany will not be excluded.
Daniel Sri Lankan here, our politicians looted the money and coupled with ongoing supply chain issue things got crazy
Digital currency and social credit score is how the government will control you!
Bad You,, no food for you!
That gent in scarlet-red shirt was talking funny when he spoke of the existence of paradox. If paradox never existed there wouldn't have been this very word "paradox" coined since ages ago.
The response to the COVID pandemic was a global failure. The global shutdown was an overreaction to a very mild virus yet the supply change disruptions, changes in production capacity with high government spendng (to support lockdowns) have caused massive inflation. In the years to come, more people will lose their livelihood, quality of life and opportunity to prosper; this will be a more significant global impact than COVID.
If your loved ones actually died from covid, I wouldn’t think you’d say covid was mild
Global hysteria was unjustified especially AFTER vaccines started being widely available in 2H21
@@mammalade1589 your individual experience is irrelevant when taking into consideration the entire population. We shouldn't make concessions to help the vulnerable 1% when it puts the other 99% at risk.
@@jaimetorres3113 You spreading a deadly disease around is not good for business you get that right?
On the contrary, Covid pandemic was under reacted and failure of many countries to lockdown for 1 to 2 months from it onset of spreading. Based on sciene, this Covid pandemic would be eliminated after 1 to 2 months. Just like the daying goes " No pain, No gain!". Sadly, many countries / people rather focused on economy or / and personal rights/ gains. Hence, the Covid viruses are given the great chances to mutate and spread like wild fire till todate. It is not a mild disease, I am still wearing PPEs everyday to care for Covid infected patients and preventing myself becoming a carrier for the good of myself and others.
Filipinos don’t deserve this. Filipinos in the Philippines unlike Filipinos in America, are pure-hearted. They don’t deserve this hardship.😢😢😢
Singapore is really lucky to have a thought leader like Tharman.
He did a good job of being neutral. He didn't address the obstacles that get in the way of US China relations that needed to be addressed.
@8:39 That protest is from Dublin in the Republic of Ireland, not the UK 🫶
dont earn much but had 4 children, what the hell
When will people understand that, in today's world we need everyone....
If 1 falls, there are global repercussions and waves.
Is there any way for the EU to invest in hospitals and small clinics in European Countries where the medical infrastructure is falling apart? I would like to see this done because some countries can't do it fast enough to keep their populations healthy...
No because hospitals and clinics don't make $$$.
@@se7enzee444 oh they make plenty of money... you just don't see it.
22:40 Did the school director put on a JWST pin on his shirt?
In times of famine we can eat our children. Life is very hard but, i m busy making babies
Weirdo
Don't make many kids and play a victim. The Lord also knows that.
The Christians are anti-abortion.
Why so many children 😱
All the endowment plans (future returns) of mine can’t even cover at least today’s inflation
Pretty frustrating, but can you protest your way out of inflation or poverty?
Nope
战争的贪婪和仇恨是解决贫困和苦难的唯一办法。போரின் பேராசையும் வெறுப்பும்தான் வறுமைக்கும் துயரத்திற்கும் ஒரே தீர்வு.Ketamakan dan kebencian terhadap peperangan adalah satu-satunya penyelesaian kepada kemiskinan dan kesengsaraan.
We need economic stability before ideological and political stability.
These two should be the last. All we need is to feed ourselves first.
You should not be struggling, start cooking at home every single meal.
That's what I thought. Pennsylvania family wastes their money on take-outs and doordash.
In India inflation is in control it's not out of the hand as compared to other countries oil prices are also in control as our modi govt. has decreased taxes on oil.... Hope this crisis soon ends and kudos to Indian govt.
Whilst people are suffering the EU and US is spending Billions of $ buying weapons 🙄 😑
This is horrible, I can’t imagine how the poor and middle class men gonna raise their quality of life at all. They’re working so hard and yet, their effort doesn’t reap much at all. Working from 5am to 12am per day for 7 USD? Are you kidding me? This is making me believe hard working is a lie.
LMAO at that family in the very beginning- "why are we still struggling" - lol, idk, you live in a huge house and drive a NEW CAR, and your children are playing on brand new phones, but dots aren't connecting?
Keep voting democrat, this is only the beginning.
But it’s free,, free,, free!
*can you share details on how we can help @CNA Insider?*
USD $5 a gallon is super cheap...
"Can't afford to live" you say?
Well, duh, that's their point.
*Hope our Govt will render more financial support for the middle and lower citizens cos we must reach out to them*
Don't make so many mouts to feed when You can't feed them, You don't have to follow university to understand this !!!
Sanctions are not just hurting Russia. The ripple effects are spreading far and wide. It’s time for the west to choose: sanctions or out of control inflation from higher fuel prices.
25:42 - Everything is an indirect consequence of the Pandemic.
The US$ is getting stronger than other currencies. Yet ordinary Americans in US suffer. How does that compute. Maybe be like those Americans enjoying life in developing countrues could be the answer.
Americans don't know what doing it tough is. First lady complaining of not putting food on table, goes to her large car, drives everywhere - it's just a non-discretionary part of her life, but doesn't need to be. If she gets fit, cycles to town, she'll be healthier, lighter, with extra money to buy food. win win
US, CN, Russia spend most budget in military, that’s the root cause of all problems
Huh .... China spends only 1.3% of her gdp on defense ... Where you from ? Mental hospital
Sanction is childish “I don’t wanna friend u” lmao
Solution, don't have kids and stay mobile.
Don't worry. Increasing the interest rates by the Central Banks will remove any discretionary spending the middle class and poor have. This will slow inflation. Also, it has the added benefit of creating windfall profits on existing variable rate loans such as credit cards.
The banking executives will be well rewarded for their schemes. Good times ahead. Rice and beans for all but the rich.
You won't see a video about this on YT.
Yes is also screws with the rest of the world by propping up the US dollar artificially. Basically same story steal from everyone else so that US can be #1. In essence you force all countries to increase interest rates or else die. In the long run everyone will die. GJ USA.
It will not slow inflation because todays inflation is caused by high energy prices.
But everybody is house rich!!! Equity out the wazoo, just take out a home equity loan. What are you complaining about?
@@PSCA1988 Yes! And then take out another one to pay the increasing interest on the first. Bank executives must be doing a jig.
Political instability?...we'll solve it with UNITY....move on na kami
Drop out from school and help bring income back home sound like Malaysia in 1960s , so sad
Those in power have to think out of the box. Stop thinking robbery, wars, think people not profits which mainly go to those at the top.
History is indeed little more than the register of crimes, follies, and misfortunes of mankind.
Edward Gibbon
wah, American and the westerners are eating canned food now and running out money for food and gas ? We in asia are eating fresh seafood/meat all the time and having so much $ in our bank we feel so blessed :-)
I have one meal a day. I drink alots of water. I m ok..!
That's only for stormtroopers and jedi knights.
@@hc1897 LOL very funny..!
I only eat one meal a day. I have coffee and juice in the morning, have a granola bar and diet Coke during the day while I'm working, and then my meal at night.
GG to those BNO Hkers moving to UK.
Who's forcing them to live in the outer suburbs and be so car dependent?
Sedih liatnya apalagi pas bagian ibu warget.. ya allah betapa susahnya rakyat kecil.
The secret to protecting yourself from calamity is giving to the poor, just what you can. Try it.
a filipino family eats 5 times a day.. and with 6 members in each family, you could imagine how difficult it is.. but the solution is easy if they have financial literacy
It's lack of financial literacy and lack of opportunity. Why do you think they leave the country to pursue jobs overseas? Because there aren't enough high paying jobs. Also, blame the oligarchs who don't want to open the country to multinational companies because they don't want to keep much to everyone's detriment.
5 am to midnight and only made $7! That is just sad.
The Phlippines elevated inflation is brought by the high prices of imported oil and not by any internal factors.
The comment section littered with ignorant people, interest is the root to all evil
I'm old enough to have seen this before. You all in for a rough ride. 1978- 1982 where real bad economically for the rich countries. The third world well every year sucks .
Cash is King....
America has done the right thing by sacrifying the people for Ukranians,what an honorable deed 👏
They sacrified the entire West for the profits of a few billionares. 😔
Wealth must be redistributed....take the wealthy and make them poor...
13,30 in a way they eat both healthy and climate smarter as well as not supporting big business; eating plant based and from local suppliers in the market, avoiding "soda" or pop is good both for health (diabetes, obesity, poor dental health) and packed juices is waiting lots of packaging and not as good as eating the whole fruit incl fiber. So in that particular example, discounting the high cost of basic necessities like the supplies to cook the food etc...this is both better for the climate and the health of this family. If they eat a varied plant based diet incl legumes etc they will be well nourished at a lower price and save a lot of packaging and save resource waste (from meat production)...like saving on water and preventing more habitat destruction. I've not been eating anything from animals for over 40 years nor do I drink packaged justice, definitely no "soda" or canned beverages, also avoid packaging as much as possible, bring my own reusable containers to the fruteria where I find local, seasonal veg/fruit, almonds, spice, letils/beans etc and avoid supermarkets...I've never had a car, always cycle or walk, take public transport, use water/electricity minimally....and prefer repairing (especially thech), also avoid fast fashion and mostly buy 2nd hand. I'm not saying it's good that poor people have less but as a planet we are (well especially the super rich 😡) living way beyond the capability of the planet already. I know the economic issues are taking centre stage now, eith the inflation...rising rates, many poor in debt suffer, but we cannot forget we are in the middle of an urgent climate crisis. That is more urgent than the issues within our global fiat currency system. We cannot lose sight of the fact we only have 1 planet.
8:35 - Please do not be so insensitive to refer to the Republic of Ireland as "U.K."