IDN Podcast -Broadcasting news and current events

About IDN Podcast -Broadcasting news and current events

Dedicated to broadcasting news and current events. Our main purpose is to inform the public about local, national, and international happenings.

Publisher

Infographics Daily News Media - Atlanta Georgia USA.

Category

news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 May 2026

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

62 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Lionel Messi Delivers Emotional Farewell to Argentina National Team

   Lionel Messi has just completed his final international match for Argentina, bringing a poignant conclusion to his extraordinary international legacy. The friendlies against Burkina Faso on October 3 and Benin on October 6, 2026, served as the definitive end to his captaincy, with Argentine supporters nationwide expressing overwhelming gratitude to the legendary figure who guided them to Copa América and World Cup triumphs. Having concluded his remarkable 21-year international career with an emotional farewell match against Benin in Buenos Aires, Messi is now set to resume his club commitments in the United States, where Inter Miami CF will take on D.C. United on Saturday, October 10, 2026. In his final appearance, the iconic captain delivered a masterclass performance, leading Argentina to a commanding 3-0 victory while scoring his 126th international goal and providing two assists. The packed Monumental Stadium, with its 85,000-seat capacity completely filled, transformed into a grand tribute honoring the 39-year-old legend. A massive Argentina jersey displaying Messi's famous No. 10 and the word "Gracias" (Thank You) covered the pitch before the match began. To celebrate his remarkable achievements, legends and families from Argentina's World Cup-winning teams of 1978, 1986, and 2022 took to the field alongside him. Additionally, the University of Buenos Aires bestowed upon Messi an honorary doctorate at the Argentine Football Association (AFA) headquarters prior to kickoff. Visibly moved throughout the occasion—shedding tears on the team bus and during pre-match ceremonies—Messi conveyed heartfelt appreciation for his nation. Reflecting on his 20+ years representing Argentina with immense pride, Messi shared a touching farewell message that captured his profound affection for his country. Messi departs international football as Argentina's greatest champion, having secured the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa América titles, following a runner-up finish at the 2026 World Cup.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Atlanta BeltLine Lands Last Property Rights to Complete 22-Mile Trail

   The Atlanta Beltline has successfully secured all required land and property rights to construct its complete 22-mile mainline trail loop. This announcement marks the conclusion of an extensive real estate acquisition effort spanning more than twenty years, with individual property purchases ranging from a modest 15-square-foot parcel to an expansive 65-acre property. The final property acquisition—a 0.2-acre vacant lot in the Blandtown neighborhood—provided the crucial piece needed to connect over 45 neighboring Atlanta communities by the project's 2030 target date. Completing the full loop required careful coordination with virtually every category of property owner throughout the city. The comprehensive acquisition involved more than $200 million in total expenditures across numerous transactions and approximately 200 property closings, encompassing roughly 90 land acquisitions and 230 easement agreements. The total land area exceeds 270 acres. The process included negotiations with major railroad companies, utility providers, Fortune 500 businesses, individual homeowners, multifamily residential buildings, and faith-based institutions. Obtaining land rights proved especially complex for the 4.3-mile Northwest Trail section, which will link Blandtown to Lindbergh. Unlike other portions of the loop, which predominantly utilize former railway corridors, this segment required establishing a completely new route through active commercial districts and long-established residential areas, including the acquisition of properties such as the former Elleven45 Lounge nightclub. Although land acquisition is finished, construction continues actively. Approximately 17 consecutive miles of the trail (referred to as "The U") are presently operational. With Atlanta Beltline, Inc. now holding complete control of the entire loop's boundaries, the organization's attention turns toward completing remaining trail sections, developing parks, and advancing its social equity initiatives. These efforts include an objective to develop or maintain 5,600 affordable housing units by 2030, which the initiative has already achieved 81% of (having completed or preserved 4,555 units). The Atlanta BeltLine initiative emerged from a 1999 master's thesis by Georgia Tech student Ryan Gravel, eventually materializing with its inaugural paved section launching in 2008. To bring this ambitious vision to life, the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership was established in 2005, followed by the creation of Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. in 2006 to oversee implementation.

3. 

   5 Sept 2026

   Serena and Venus lose in thrilling US Open doubles comeback

   The iconic pair of Serena Williams and Venus Williams faced a devastating first-round elimination in their highly anticipated return to the US Open women’s doubles at Arthur Ashe Stadium. In a challenging three-hour match on Friday, September 4, 2026, they were defeated by the 14th-seeded duo of Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint. Match Breakdown. Set 1 (6-3): Chan and Joint established a quick tempo early, breaking the Williams sisters in the fourth game and maintaining their advantage to secure the first set. Set 2 (6-7): The legendary sisters tapped into their renowned synergy, battling through lengthy service games to force a tiebreaker. They narrowly triumphed over the 14th seeds 8-6 in the tiebreak, extending the match. Set 3 (7-6): Serena and Venus rallied from a 4-1 deficit to take the final set into a 10-point super tiebreak. The Deciding Super Tiebreak (10-7): The American duo thrilled the 23,000-strong crowd by jumping to a significant 5-0 lead. However, Joint and Chan executed an impressive comeback, winning 10 of the last 12 points to secure the win. This marks the second occasion this summer that the young Australian Maya Joint has thwarted a comeback from Serena Williams, having previously defeated her in the singles at Wimbledon. Venus, aged 46, and Serena, aged 44, had not participated in Grand Slam doubles since the 2022 US Open and last claimed a title together at Roland Garros in 2018. They displayed moments of their exceptional talent, with Serena particularly formidable at the net, although she struggled with her serve. After losing the first set, they managed to level the match in the second-set tiebreak.

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