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We’ll tell you what today’s restart of defaulted student loan collection means for borrowers. President Donald Trump takes his trade war to the movies. Meanwhile, the president says he’s ordering the reopening of Alcatraz. Israel's Security Cabinet is expanding military operations in Gaza and a new framework to deliver aid. Plus, Brazilian authorities say they’ve made arrests over an alleged bomb...

Conspiracy theories are not new. They’re as old as time itself. But if you feel like they’re everywhere right now, you’re not alone. So, what do you do when somebody you love has fallen down a rabbit hole? CNN’s Donie O’Sullivan has been covering the world of misinformation for more than a decade, but now he's less interested in what people believe than why they believe it. So, he’s trying to find...

When disaster struck in California, these young robotics engineers refused to quit, and their hard work paid off. A primatologist weighs in on the viral 100 men vs. silverback gorilla debate. After losing a loved one to drunk driving, the Montana Bar Fairies helped pass a new state law. An Australian miniature dachshund survived over a year in the wild. Plus, could we grow food in space? Learn mor...

We start with an outline of President Donald Trump’s vision for the next fiscal year. Police released footage of Abrego Garcia at a traffic stop that officials have used to paint him as a criminal. We have an update on an outage affecting some bank customers. Russia’s president may have shifted his immediate goal in the Ukraine war. Plus, we’ll tell you where the first self-driving semis are ridin...

We start with the US labor secretary’s reaction to new economic data on jobs and unemployment. We’ll break down some of the witnesses expected to testify at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial that starts next week. The nation’s weather forecasting agency is limping toward hurricane season. An Illinois landlord convicted of a vicious hate crime has been sentenced today. And, Prince Harry gets candi...

President Donald Trump is calling for the Fed to lower interest rates after a positive jobs report. Vice President JD Vance says the war in Ukraine is “not going to end any time soon.” Trump says he’s going to strip Harvard of its tax exemption. The definition of enemy combatant may extend to include cartel and gang members in the US. And, we’ll talk through the theme for next week's Met Gala.  Le...

We’ll bring you the latest economy snapshot as April’s jobs report is released. House Republicans have started drafting President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” A ship carrying aid for Gaza says it’s been hit by a drone strike in international waters. Russell Brand appeared in court today over sexual assault and rape charges. Plus, DEI is winning with some shareholders. Learn more about you...

We’ll tell you why most Americans could start feeling the impact from tariffs starting today. President Donald Trump is stopping funding for PBS and NPR. The Health Secretary wants the CDC to look at new treatments for measles. Homeless people in Oregon are being evicted from a forest where they’ve camped for years. And, a singer of iconic 90s anthems has died in a house fire. Learn more about you...

We start with the first major staff shakeup since President Donald Trump took office. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing new backlash from hostage families. We’ll tell you why a struggling retailer fired its brand new CEO. Two major toothpaste companies are being pulled into the fluoride wars. Plus, Elon Musk drew an interesting comparison in a rare interview with news outlets. Le...

A judge in Texas delivered a significant blow to the Trump Administration’s deportation plans. President Donald Trump announced national security adviser Mike Waltz’s new role. A new survey underscores the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs are having on US manufacturing. A proposed law could change how users engage with app stores. Plus, the incident that temporarily stopped an MLB game. Lea...

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is expected to leave his post in the coming days. The Department of Health and Human Services released a review on gender dysphoria treatment in children. Experts warn that President Donald Trump’s migrant policy could chip away at Social Security’s finances. A group of high school athletes have turned themselves in over an extreme hazing incident. Plus, we’ll...

The last cargo ships to avoid tariffs are arriving in the US from China. The Trump administration is talking to Libya and Rwanda about sending them US migrants who’ve committed crimes. Anti-Trump protests are planned across the country. We’re learning more details about the minerals deal between the US and Ukraine. Plus, some new rules for vaccine approvals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Possible trade deals, Gaza desperation, extra Harvard funding cuts & morePresident Donald Trump says potential trade deals are in the works with three Asian nations. We’ll tell you the result of a bipartisan attempt in the Senate to block Trump’s tariffs. People in Gaza have stormed UN facilities hoping to find food and supplies. The White House says more funding cuts could be coming for Harvard U...

The US and Ukraine have signed a deal that’s been in the works since President Donald Trump took office. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid is pushing Gaza closer to famine. UPS plans to cut its workforce by 4%. A watchdog group says kids under 18 shouldn’t use AI companion apps. Plus, the NFL has handed out penalties after a prank call on Shedeur Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting shortly after a report on the struggling US economy came out. China’s factory activity has shrunk at its fastest pace in 16 months as US tariffs hit. A federal judge has ordered the release of a Palestinian Columbia University student. The FBI reassigned several agents over a photo from a protest in 2020. Plus, religion and education are clashing at th...

We break down two reports that show how President Donald Trump’s policies are impacting the economy. New tariffs are set to kick in this week. A natural resources agreement between the US and Ukraine could be signed by tomorrow. We have a reminder for anyone planning on taking a domestic flight without a passport anytime soon. Plus, two pets in Idaho had a record-breaking playdate. Learn more abou...

The latest GDP figures show the US economy reversed in the last quarter. A new poll shows many Americans don’t support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Storms have caused a death and major power outages in parts of the US. The world is arming itself faster than we’ve seen in decades. Plus, it’s been 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

President Donald Trump hailed his first 100 days in office as a success at a rally in Michigan last night, despite his approval rating suggesting otherwise. Harvard University has released its task force reports on campus antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias. Pakistan is claiming India is planning to attack Islamabad. A group of high school students are being told to hand themselves in or face kidnap...

A group of unions, non-profits and local governments are suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce. Trump has halted work on a major climate report. We’ll tell you about Trump's focus on chronic conditions in kids. The UN World Food Programme has run out of food in Gaza. Plus, a cricket prodigy wows the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

After attacks from the White House, Amazon has said a plan to display added costs due to tariffs was never approved. We’ll tell you why some public and administrative services are closed in Los Angeles County. Severe thunderstorms and potentially catastrophic flooding risks are brewing in the central and eastern US. Iraqi authorities say they’ve arrested someone linked to a truck attack in New Orl...

The White House marks the president’s 100th day in office by highlighting his economic agenda, amid deepening economic pessimism. We'll tell you how frustrated Americans are 100 days in. Police are investigating a deadly car crash at an after-school camp in Illinois. The power is back on in Spain, but questions remain. Plus, the ranking member of a key congressional panel is stepping down. Learn m...

President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally, while we break down how voters are feeling. Meanwhile, Trump has played a pivotal role in Canada’s election. A convicted cardinal has backed out of the process to elect the next Pope. A huge chunk of a Justice Department division is expected to accept a resignation offer. Plus, incoming measures to protect the victims of deepf...

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been linked to heart disease deaths. Plus, we'll tell yo...

House Republicans are unveiling the details of a spending bill to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda. The US and Ukraine are unsatisfied with Russia’s three-day ceasefire plan. We’ll tell you why two schools in Milwaukee were temporarily shut down today. We have updates on the unexplained power outage in parts of Europe. Plus, an ambitious experiment in education is ending. Learn more about...

President Donald Trump has an ambitious plan to eliminate income tax for Americans. We'll tell you about this weekend's round of nuclear talks with Iran. Harvard University had its first court hearing today in its suit over drastic federal funding cuts. It’s election day in Canada, where Trump’s rhetoric looms large. Plus, a reality TV star is expected to testify in a trial that began in Paris tod...