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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.

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Jul 11, 2026

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UPDATED: Senate passes Trump’s big bill, ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Disney cruise ship rescue & more 01.07.2025

Senate Republicans narrowly pass President Donald Trump’s sweeping domestic policy bill. Trump is in the Florida Everglades touring a temporary immigration detention facility. The Trump administration wants to shut down the lab behind decades of key climate data. Major insurance changes are coming for a certain weight loss drug. Plus, a father came to his daughter's rescue on a Disney cruise ship....

Vote-a-rama continues, Idaho stabbings plea deal, music duo’s visas revoked & more 01.07.2025

The Senate vote for President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” is still happening, and it’s getting tense between lawmakers. Brian Kohberger has agreed to a plea deal for the deadly stabbings of four University of Idaho students. More than a hundred NGOs want the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to stop operating. We’ll tell you why a British rap punk duo had their US visas revoked. And, the FBI i...

Musk's Big Beautiful Bill threat, Hamas ready for ceasefire, lottery error & more 01.07.2025

The Senate's marathon voting on the "Big, Beautiful Bill" that began yesterday morning carried on into the early hours this morning, as the Trump administration keeps up pressure for it to pass. Meanwhile, Elon Musk is threatening primary challenges for lawmakers who do vote for the bill. A Hamas official tells CNN the group is "serious and ready" for ceasefire talks. Two former presidents and Bon...

Senate marathon voting, new Idaho ambush details, WNBA expansion & more 30.06.2025

President Donald Trump’s sweeping agenda bill faces an uphill battle in the Senate. We’re learning more about an ambush that killed two firefighters and injured a third in northern Idaho. We’ll tell you where Trump’s trade negotiations stand. A victim in the antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado has died. Plus, which three cities will soon welcome WNBA teams?  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Idaho brush fire suspect, Harvard University ‘violation,’ ‘Diddy’ trial deliberations & more 30.06.2025

We start with new information on the suspect in the deadly firefighter ambush in northern Idaho. The Trump administration’s fight against Harvard University has intensified. The Supreme Court tossed a handful of lower court rulings that sided with transgender Americans. We’ll tell you about the latest round of Israeli military strikes in Gaza. And, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal trial is in...

Steeper Medicaid cuts, firefighter ambush suspect named, gas prices & more 30.06.2025

The Congressional Budget office analyzed how Medicaid would be impacted if the Senate’s version of President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill passes. Authorities have identified the suspect in the deadly firefighter ambush in Idaho. A developer created a crowdsourced app that alerts people of nearby ICE sightings. The Trump administration will cut hurricane forecasters out of key satellite data...

Vote-a-rama begins, cell phone tracks gunman, police review Glastonbury acts & more 30.06.2025

The Senate’s marathon voting session to try and pass the “Big, Beautiful Bill” is set to begin this morning. A cell phone helped authorities find the man accused of ambushing firefighters in Idaho. Iran’s UN ambassador says uranium enrichment in his country won’t stop. We’ll tell you why British police are looking into some performances at this year’s Glastonbury music festival. Plus, Gen Z is bre...

Firefighters ambushed, ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ progresses, TikTok buyer & more 30.06.2025

Two firefighters have been shot and killed responding to a brush fire in Idaho. President Donald Trump’s "Big Beautiful Bill" is a step closer to passing. Canada cancelled a new tax to try and continue trade talks with the US. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu changed his tone on his country’s goals in Gaza. Plus, Trump makes an announcement on TikTok’s future. Learn more about your ad cho...

One Thing: His Case Legalized Gay Marriage. Now He Wants to Make Sure it Sticks. 29.06.2025

10 years ago, the US Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, changing the lives of millions of Americans. We hear from the lead plaintiff about why he thinks the precedent is under threat from right-wing allies of President Donald Trump.  Guest: Jim Obergefell Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2...

5 Good Things: What If Your Home Could Change Colors Like a Mood Ring? 28.06.2025

Color-changing paint could reduce CO2 emissions and slash your energy bill. This Hong Kong native started on the keys at three-years-old and now, he’s the top pianist of his generation. How some random meet-cutes ended up at the alter. Costa Rica’s biggest natural export might surprise you and its local environmental impact might inspire you. Plus, CNN dropped this year’s list of America’s Best To...

Trump megabill pressures build, Rwanda-DRC peace deal, Bezos-Sanchez wedding & more 27.06.2025

Senate Republicans are racing to push President Donald Trump’s domestic policy bill over the finish line. Two African nations made peace after decades of violence. We’ll tell you why University of Virginia’s president plans to resign. We have the latest arrest over a foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert. Plus, how Venice, Italy is cashing in on billionaire Jeff Bezos’ wedding. Learn more about...

Trump hails SCOTUS rulings, Canada trade talks ending, Cuomo’s plan B & more 27.06.2025

President Donald Trump took a victory lap over the latest SCOTUS decisions. The House has been briefed about US strikes in Iran. We’ll explain why US trade talks with Canada have come to an abrupt halt. And, Andrew Cuomo is leaving the door open for a political comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Supreme Court backs Trump, migrant family sues, America's best towns & more 27.06.2025

We start with the Supreme Court supporting parts of the Trump Administration's policies. New data shows Americans are cutting back on their spending. For the first time, a migrant family is suing  because of ICE's arrest policy. President Trump plans to spend the weekend pressuring senate republicans to pass his domestic policy bill. Plus, CNN has ranked America’s best towns. Learn more about your...

Congress Iran briefings, Trump threatens CNN, ‘Twitter killer’ hanged & more 27.06.2025

Lawmakers from the House are set to be briefed on Iran today. President Donald Trump has threatened to sue CNN and the New York Times. Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be deported from the US to another country, instead of El Salvador. The US and China have announced a trade breakthrough. And, Japan has executed the infamous “Twitter killer.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Intel dispute, Gaza aid killings, crypto for mortgages & more 27.06.2025

What US intelligence says was the damage to Iran's nuclear program depends on whom you talk to. Meanwhile, details are emerging about secret diplomatic efforts to get Tehran back to the negotiating table with Washington. The US is giving $30 million to a controversial aid group in Gaza, where hundreds have been killed trying to get food. Your next flu shot could be missing something following a CD...

Iran nuclear deal proposals, Anna Wintour steps down, fireball spotted & more 26.06.2025

We start with details of secret diplomatic efforts to restart Iran nuclear talks. Senators received a classified briefing on the situation in Iran after US military strikes. President Donald Trump rallied support for his “big, beautiful bill” as it faces headwinds in the Senate. It’s the end of an era for American Vogue. Plus, what we know about reports of a big flash of light falling from the sky...

Iran supreme leader’s address, Trump megabill timeline woes, new RSV shot & more 26.06.2025

Iran’s supreme leader sent a defiant message to President Donald Trump in his first comments since the ceasefire with Israel. We break down the latest economic data amid tariff fears. Senate Republicans are trying to offset a potential setback in their plans to pass Trump’s agenda bill. A new group of CDC vaccine advisers made their first vote. And, the jury is hearing final arguments in Sean “Did...

Hegseth on Iran strikes, Planned Parenthood case, Trump’s media stock plunges & more 26.06.2025

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticizes media coverage of US strikes in Iran. The Supreme Court has issued a blow to Planned Parenthood. Zohran Mamdani’s projected victory raises enthusiasm and questions from Democrats. We’ll tell you what Trump Media plans to do about its plunging stock. Plus, the Bezos-Sanzchez wedding is sparking controversy in Venice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Classified information plan, US economy shrank, AI-regulation block & more 26.06.2025

Democrats aren’t happy the White House is planning to limit classified information access with Congress. The latest GDP figures show the economy shrank more than previously reported. Minnesota is the latest state facing legal action from the Trump administration. The “big, beautiful bill" could block states from enforcing AI-related regulations. Plus, Ecuador’s most wanted man has been caught. Lea...

CIA head on US strikes, Maryland judges sued, teen sprinting superstar & more 26.06.2025

The CIA's director is backing the White House’s claim that Iran’s nuclear program was severely damaged by US strikes. We’ll tell you why the Trump administration is suing all 15 federal judges in Maryland. Mistakenly deported man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, is staying in federal custody, at least for now. The controversial new CDC advisers plan to study childhood and teenage vaccination schedules. Plus...

Israel-US strikes aftermath, Boulder suspect’s new charges, Bumble layoffs & more 25.06.2025

Iran's foreign ministry weighs in on the impact of Israel and America’s strikes on nuclear sites. We have the latest charges filed against the man accused of hurling Molotov cocktails at Israeli hostage supporters in Boulder, Colorado. RFK Jr.’s new panel of CDC vaccine advisers met for the first time today. Senators grilled President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney during his confirmation...

NATO summit wraps, Kenya protests, merger goes bankrupt & more 25.06.2025

We begin with key takeaways from a short NATO summit as President Donald Trump heads back to Washington. Two reports on Trump’s megabill present conflicting analyses. A US heat wave is exposing vulnerabilities in infrastructure and public health. Kenyan police clash with peaceful protesters one year since a deadly anti-government demonstration. And, two former rivals that merged have fallen out of...

US and Iran to meet, new US immigration plan, Mayor Adams on Mamdani & more 25.06.2025

President Donald Trump says the US will meet with Iran next week, as he maintains US strikes destroyed Iran’s nuclear sites. The Trump administration is considering a new plan as part of the President's immigration crackdown. We’ll tell you why congressional Republicans are struggling to pass Trump’s domestic policy bill. Zohran Mamdani delivers an upset in New York City’s Democratic mayoral prima...

Trump defends strike damage, NATO defense spending, rare new sea & more 25.06.2025

President Donald Trump is standing by his statement about the severe damage US strikes did to Iran’s nuclear facilities, despite intelligence saying otherwise. NATO’s chief has praised Trump for forcing members to boost their defense spending. The Trump administration is being ordered to return another wrongly deported man to the US. We’ll explain how a study that doesn’t appear to exist was going...

US strike damage, NYC political earthquake, record-breaking heat & more 25.06.2025

A CNN exclusive has revealed that the damage to Iranian nuclear facilities by US strikes is likely not as bad as the Trump administration claims. A major shock at last night’s Democratic primary for NYC mayor. President Donald Trump’s effort to scrap collective bargaining rights for more than a million federal employees has been blocked. Extreme heat has shattered records across parts of the US. P...

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