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The latest inflation figures for April are not what economists expected. President Donald Trump is looking for US investment as part of his trip to Saudi Arabia. There are concerns about how safe it is to fly at Newark Liberty International Airport, despite reassurances. A former president has won a mayoral election even though he’s being detained in another country. Plus, the Menendez brothers ha...

President Donald Trump has received a royal welcome in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, a possible gift from Qatar has some of Trump’s biggest supporters concerned. China’s leader Xi Jinping had some stern words for the US, despite the trade war thawing. The UN is calling for de-escalation as fighting breaks out in a North African country. Plus, a French film star has been found guilty of sexual assault....

The federal racketeering and prostitution trial against rap star and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs got underway in New York on Monday. In our new series Trial By Jury, we bring you an inside look into the explosive opening arguments and the shock waves the trial is sending through the music world. CNN’s Laura Coates sits down with music journalist and culture critic Touré to dig into how this trial...

A trade breakthrough with China may help the US avoid a self-inflicted recession. We have details on the first two witnesses to testify on the first day of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial. A blame game is happening over the failures at Newark airport. Federal officials are warning about a listeria outbreak. Plus, we’ll explain the criticism surrounding a group of new arrivals in the US. Learn m...

We start with the latest on the US stunning agreement with China to de-escalate their trade war. The last-known living American hostage in Gaza is finally free. President Donald Trump is defending a luxury gift from a royal family. We’re following new developments on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ criminal trial. Plus, Pope Leo’s message during his first address to reporters at the Vatican. Learn more about...

The stock market has had a positive reaction to the US and China's tariff rollback. The Supreme Court will hear a case over birthright citizenship this week. House Republicans have unveiled their plans for Medicaid, and it appears to be a compromise. More technical issues have caused problems at Newark Airport. Plus, we’ll tell you why the jockey who won this year’s Kentucky Derby has been fined a...

There’s hope the trade war is thawing between the US and China as a tariff roll-back has been announced. President Donald Trump is heading to the Middle East. Trump says he’ll cut the price of medicines, but he could face some opposition. US oil production is predicted to drop next year. Plus, opening statements are expected today in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

The US and China have agreed to dramatically roll back tariffs. Hamas says it will release the last known living American hostage in Gaza. Ukraine’s president says he’s prepared to meet with Russia’s leader this week for peace talks. We’ll bring you the latest from the ceasefire in India and Pakistan. Plus, Air Force One could be getting a controversial glow up. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

The Department of Transportation announced it will build a “brand new air traffic control system” by 2029. It follows more than a week of massive delays and cancellations at Newark Liberty International Airport sparked by a frightening communications blackout. We look at the plan for the new system and hear from a former air traffic controller who says government funding is at the heart of the pro...

 The world met the first American pope this week, but a second-grade conclave in Georgia stole hearts first. Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – CNN National Correspondent Erica Hill shares how engineers plan to keep it that way. An abandoned Shih Tzu became the star of a senior center in Texas. Meet the 2025 National Teacher of the Year. Plus, in honor of Mother’s Day, we co...

Interest in the 2024 Oscar-winning film “Conclave” skyrocketed as Cardinals gathered in Rome this week and elected Pope Leo XIV. We talk with the author of the book that inspired the movie, who shares why he thinks the story has resonated with Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Guest: “Conclave” author Robert Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US and Chinese officials are meeting in person for the first time since their tit-for-tat trade war began. Blackouts have been reported in several cities in India amid escalating clashes with Pakistan. We have new developments on the high-profile arrest of a Tufts University student from Turkey. President Donald Trump made a notable change for one position after pushback from Republicans. Plus, th...

We start with the latest troubling technical problem that impacted Newark airport today. A Russian politician is pouring cold water on President Donald Trump’s ceasefire demand. Some Trump administration officials have privately turned to a familiar face for the President’s upcoming Middle East trip. Milwaukee is taking steps to address a lead crisis. And, the prosecution’s star witness could take...

President Donald Trump says he wants tariffs on Chinese goods to drop to 80%. Pope Leo XIV warns about “practical atheism.” Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter has died. US troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria have just months to resign. Plus, we’ll tell you how a man who was killed in a shooting has given a statement in court.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

First, we breakdown who the new pope is and what he could bring to the role. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are about to impact how Americans shop. An FAA report downplayed the risks of a data outage affecting Newark air traffic controllers. We’ll tell you what faster rising global sea levels means for coastal towns and cities. And, the founder of a cryptocurrency lending platform has received a...

The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has taken part in his first mass as the head of the Catholic Church. US Vice President JD Vance says the India-Pakistan conflict is “none of our business.” Chinese exports to the US have dropped dramatically, but they’re up overall. Russia’s Victory Day celebrations are bigger this year. Plus, Blake Lively’s lawyers say she intends to take the stand in her civil case...

There’s an outpouring of support over the historic election of the first pontiff from the US. The Federal Aviation Administration has unveiled plans to modernize its aging air traffic control systems. Another shakeup is taking place within the Trump administration. The measles outbreak has reached a worrying milestone. Plus, billionaire Bill Gates has a new plan for his assets.  Learn more about y...

We have a pope – and he’s an American! Cardinal Robert Prevost has been selected as the next pope, the first American pontiff in history. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV. We break down the significance of this unprecedented moment and what challenges the Catholic Church's new leader will face as he takes over.  Guest: Christopher Lamb, CNN Vatican Correspondent  Learn more about your ad choices....

The first pope from the United States is making history. More details have emerged on the trade deal between the US and United Kingdom. Tensions continue to escalate between India and Pakistan. A bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico cleared a hurdle in Congress. Plus, an underwater volcano is on the brink of eruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The conclave has selected a new pope. President Donald Trump has finally inked a new deal with the UK. The Israeli military extends the detention of a prominent Palestinian journalist without evidence. China and Russia announce a closer policy partnership. Plus, we give a sneak peak of the FAA’s plans to remodel the outdated air traffic control system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump say they’ll make a trade announcement today. Tensions are continuing to spiral between Pakistan and India. Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is dividing House Republicans. The HHS’ plan for a database on autism is sparking privacy concerns. Plus, Trump is looking at renaming another gulf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

President Donald Trump says there will a “major trade deal” announcement today. It's been a tense night of shelling and evacuations in Indian administered Kashmir. Ukraine is accusing Russia of breaking its self-declared three-day ceasefire. Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters have been taken into custody after a demonstration at Columbia University. Plus, we have the latest from the second day o...

Spoiler alert: we don't have a new pope – yet. While we wait, we get an update from St. Peter’s Square as the conclave begins and dig into the political ramifications of the job.  Guests: Christopher Lamb, CNN Vatican Correspondent & Massimo Faggioli, Villanova University theology professor  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s tariff policy is clouding the Federal Reserve’s economic outlook. We have details on the first round of voting for the next pope. A verdict is in on three former officers on state trial in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. Federal investigators released a preliminary report on the deadly helicopter crash in the Hudson River last month. Plus, fo...

Investors are reacting to the Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates.  Pakistan’s defense minister has threatened a response to India’s deadly assault. The Federal Aviation Administration is taking steps to address the chaos at Newark airport. A Palestinian woman’s arrest is at the center of an NYPD investigation. Plus, Netflix users can look forward to these changes in the coming wee...