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People in the US are feeling better about the economy. We’ll look ahead to the Supreme Court’s final weeks of session. NPR has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over attempts to cut its funding. Week three of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial is underway with a former employee on the stand. Plus, we’ll tell you how much it’s going to cost to check a bag on this airline. Learn more about you...

The Trump administration is expected to tell federal agencies to cancel their contracts with Harvard University. It’s a big week for the economy - we’ll tell you about some key data coming out. At least two people were killed in a shooting in Philadelphia. Rescue operations are underway after a blast at a chemical plant in China. Plus, we’ll tell you why a man swam 60 miles around Martha’s Vineyar...

After a weekend of record-breaking attacks on Ukraine, Russia is facing pressure from the US and Europe. Israel’s military is preparing for an “unprecedented attack” on Gaza. Another three New Orleans escapees have been captured, leaving two more on the run. Dozens of people were injured after an incident at a parade celebrating Liverpool Football Club. Plus, New York says goodbye to a civil right...

As President Donald Trump said he’s delaying some tariffs, we’ll tell you how the duties could make some of your Memorial Day event shopping more expensive. House Speaker Mike Johnson has been defending Trump’s domestic policy bill as it faces concerns in the Senate. A doctor in Gaza has lost 9 of her 10 children in a strike. The bodies of four World War II soldiers have been returned to their hom...

President Donald Trump says he’s not happy with Russian President Vladimir Putin after a weekend of strikes on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Trump says he’s delaying a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union. A new controversial aid group is set to start delivering help to people in Gaza. A cryptocurrency investor has been charged with kidnapping a man. Plus, it was a historic gold medal match at the Ic...

The House passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping domestic policy bill on Thursday, despite divisions within the GOP. We break down what’s in it and hear from a Medicaid recipient who is worried she could lose coverage at the worst possible time. Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

“The Office” star teamed up with a nonprofit to offer free prom tickets to students impacted by the Eaton fire in Los Angeles. Kermit the Frog delivered a commencement speech at the University of Maryland. With months to live, this man is hitting the road to give back in all 50 states. A mini pony escaped from a rescue farm, and where she ended up next is pretty heartwarming. Plus, “The Golden Gir...

President Donald Trump has greenlit a controversial deal blocked by former President Joe Biden. A fifth round of high-stakes nuclear talks between the US and Iran ended with limited progress. Several people are seriously injured in a knife attack in Germany. Police arrested a sixth suspected accomplice in a New Orleans jail break. Plus, we’ll explain why Billy Joel has cancelled his upcoming tour...

Harvard University is getting temporary relief from the Trump administration’s enrollment ban. Investors have a trade problem to worry about again. A record number of Americans are applying to start a new life across the pond. We’ll tell you how Mahmoud Khalil’s attempt to stop his deportation went in court. And, artificial intelligence may be one step closer to replacing jobs. Learn more about yo...

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration as it fights to keep international students. President Donald Trump is threatening Apple over its iPhone production. Ukraine and Russia are exchanging hundreds of prisoners. There’s been another arrest over that New Orlean’s jail break. Plus, Trump says an African American history museum no longer serves the interests of the U...

The US and Iran are meeting for nuclear talks, but their messaging beforehand didn’t match up. President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill" is facing resistance in the Senate. More details are emerging about yesterday’s plane crash in San Diego. Trump's Oval Office photo evidence is being debunked. Plus, we’ll tell you where a rare May storm will hit this Memorial Day weekend. Learn more about y...

The Trump administration is hitting out at elite Universities in the US again. Iranian officials aren’t feeling optimistic ahead of talks with the US. There’s good news and bad news for your travel plans over Memorial Day weekend. The deadline for government autism research appears to have moved. Plus, Germany is doing something it hasn’t done since World War II. Learn more about your ad choices....

The Trump administration’s feud with Harvard University is impacting international students. We have new information on a fiery, business jet crash in a San Diego neighborhood. The man suspected of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington DC appeared in court. A critical hearing over a motion to stop Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation is underway. Plus, the financial rollercoaster continues fo...

A high-profile challenge over the nation’s first religious charter school is left in place – for now. The first “Make American Healthy Again” report tackles chronic disease in children. NOAA has released its hurricane forecast for 2025. Rapper Kid Cudi took the stand in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Plus, the US Treasury's plan to kill the penny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

We start with reactions to the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, DC. Aid has been delivered to Gaza, but UN officials say its not enough. A business jet crash in San Diego left multiple casualties. The US bond market responds to Trump’s tax cut bill. And, we tell you why some lesbian moms in Italy are celebrating today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

In a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson, the House has passed President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill. We’re learning more details about the shooting that killed two Israeli embassy staffers. A Columbia University student has a key immigration hearing today. HR software company Workday is being sued over its job applicant screening. Plus, a boxing legend is coming out of retirement. Learn more...

Two Israeli embassy workers have been killed in a shooting in Washington, DC. House lawmakers have been debating President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” all night and a vote is expected soon. Wealthy foreign nationals may soon be able to register for Trump’s “gold card” visa. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he’ll hold monthly prayer meetings at the Pentagon. Plus, a member of a hip hop...

President Donald Trump has met with key GOP holdouts to work through major roadblocks to pass his agenda. We have new developments on the plane from Qatar that raised ethical and legal questions for the White House. We’ll break down the latest ruling on Trump’s deportation flights. The FDA is cracking down on off-brand Ozempic products. Plus, the NFL has voted on a controversial play. Learn more a...

We start with a tense White House meeting between President Donald Trump and South Africa’s president. The Trump administration is putting police reform on the chopping block in two major cities. Israel may be planning to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. Target is facing more financial pressure since its DEI rollback. Plus, the latest on Chris Brown’s arrest in the UK.  Learn more about your ad...

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he’s still planning to the GOP’s policy package to a vote today. The bill is expected to be good news for America’s wealthiest, who are still getting richer. Airlines are preparing for a tough summer after a turbulent first half of the year. Democratic Congressman Gerry Connolly has died. And, we’ll bring you an update on the work to clean up the LA wildfires.  Lear...

Elon Musk gets candid about his recommitment to Tesla. The US Homeland Security secretary incorrectly defined a legal principle the president may suspend. Scientists are giving a new warning about the world’s ice sheets. One of nine Americans declared wrongfully detained in Venezuela has been released. Plus, we’ll tell you who took the stand today in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Learn more abo...

UNICEF says children are dying of malnutrition in Gaza, as international pressure on Israel mounts. We’ll tell you what’s being proposed in the GOP’s tax and spending bill. A radio transmission appears to show Russian troops being told to kill soldiers as they surrender. The sheriff who oversees the New Orleans jail where 10 inmates escaped says she’s suspending her re-election campaign. Plus, a b...

House Republicans are rushing to get President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill passed. South Africa’s president is in the US to try to mend frosty relations. We’ll tell you why the Justice Department is investigating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Multiple tornadoes were reported in the Southeastern US yesterday, and the threat isn’t over. Plus, Trump wants to build a “Golden Dome.” Le...

We’ll tell you what changes to the way the FDA approves Covid-19 vaccines could mean for Americans. House GOP members are still divided over President Donald Trump’s agenda after his personal pitch. Israel is facing pressure from other countries amid its new offensive in Gaza. The added costs of Trump’s tariffs have started to hurt Home Depot. Plus, there’s been another arrest in the New Orleans j...

President Donald Trump met with House Republicans to try to get his legislative agenda over the finish line. One of the sticking points for House GOP members is the state and local tax deduction – we’ll explain. Federal agencies that track and monitor earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis face serious cuts. We break down what we know and don’t know about former President Biden’s cancer diagnosis. Pl...