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LA reactions to French election, hiking to the Hollywood sign, ‘Astrophysics for People in a Hurry’
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May 8, 2017
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LA reactions to French election, hiking to the Hollywood sign, ‘Astrophysics for People in a Hurry’

How the French presidential election is being felt in LA, the history of the paths to the Hollywood sign, Neil deGrasse Tyson's "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry"

French independent centrist presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron waves as he leaves the polling station after casting his ballot in the presidential election in Le Touquet, France, Sunday. Macron was declared the winner based on early vote counts by the French Interior Ministry.
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How the French presidential election is being felt in LA, the history of the paths to the Hollywood sign, Neil deGrasse Tyson's "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry"

Listen 5:28
We hear reaction to the French presidential election from expats in L.A. and look at what Macron's victory means for business relations between the U.S. and France.
Listen 5:38
The country's former head of state, Park Geun-hye, was ousted from office after allegations of corruption.
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Southern California travelers usually have to look west when booking departure flights. But LAX, John Wayne, and even Burbank Bob Hope Airport are all quite a hike for air travelers from inland counties.
Listen 8:19
The Hollywood sign was never designed to be an attraction that could be hiked to. One path just closed, and there isn't a clear, easy alternative.
Listen 5:53
Neil deGrasse Tyson brings the heavens down to earth in his new book, by deconstructing intricate and complicated concepts for the laymen.