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On one of the biggest stages in music, history was made. A "Heated Rivalry" lookalike contest turned into a real-life rom com. These ecosystem engineers are already hard at work helping combat climate change. This technology allowed a blind man to train and race for a marathon differently. Plus, why basketball fans love the G.O.A.T. debate.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

President Donald Trump says the US and Iran are moving forward, as questions linger about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The Justice Department is shaking up its investigation into a prominent Trump critic. Congress passed a short extension of a critical foreign surveillance program. The severe storms slamming the Midwest and Central US may lighten up this weekend. Plus, the CEO of a black...

Iranian officials say the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open. British counterterrorism officers are investigating an incident at the Israeli Embassy in London. Todd Lyons shed some light on the decision to leave his role as acting ICE Director. The House Republican majority is even more narrow with this special election victory. Plus, a popular singer-songwriter has been arrested on suspicion of k...

10-day ceasefire takes effect between Israel and Lebanon. Virginia's former lieutenant governor murders his wife before killing himself. President Trump nominates Coast Guard veteran as the new CDC Director. More than 10 million  people are under a severe storm threat amid historic flooding. Plus, an NYPD office on horseback chases purse-snatching suspect.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

A ceasefire in Lebanon is in effect as President Donald Trump voices confidence in a deal with Iran. We’re hearing from the Artemis II astronauts for the first time since their historic moon mission. We have new developments in a winding legal saga around Trump’s controversial White House ballroom project. An arrest warrant has been issued to an ICE officer accused of pulling a gun on a Minnesota...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US ceasefire with Iran is holding for now, as talks between Lebanon and Israel stall. Police found a former prominent Virginia politician and his wife dead in their home. Russia launched one of its largest drone and missile attacks on Ukraine this year. Pope Leo issues more warnings amid the war of words with President Trump. Plus, Australian authorities are...

Pakistan’s Army Chief is in Iran as Israel and Lebanon are set to talk today. President Trump threatens to fire the Fed Chair.  A judge orders damaged Camp Mystic buildings remain untouched. Ticketmaster loses in court. Plus, Air New Zealand rolls out bunk beds for economy passengers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House appears optimistic about a deal with Iran as Israel weighs a possible ceasefire with Lebanon. We’ll also update you on the truce between Israel and Hamas. President Donald Trump has given this Supreme Court justice’s possible retirement some thought. Some House Republicans are at odds about renewing the nation’s spy powers program. Plus, what a jury decided in a high-stakes antitru...

The US has not yet formally agreed to a ceasefire extension with Iran, as it continues its blockade of Iranian ports. President Donald Trump is threatening the Federal Reserve Chair’s job -- and continuing his push back against Pope Leo XIV. Turkey is reeling from a rare, second school shooting in two days. Plus, an NFL reporter is out of a job after a tabloid scandal. Learn more about your ad cho...

A new accuser claims former Rep. Swalwell raped her. Severe storm threat continues across the midwest. Missing boater's husband speaks out. Hero principal tackles gunman. Plus,  a shark feeding frenzy caught on camera.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with key takeaways on historic talks in the US between Israel and Lebanon. The Iran war is painting a grim global economic outlook. We’ll explain where a federal judge’s criminal contempt probe over deportation flights stands. The director of a Texas camp took the stand in a deadly flood case. Plus, new research sheds light on the benefits of GLP-1s outside of weight loss.  Learn more abo...

The US is working to coordinate another round of talks with Iran, as Israel and Lebanon prepare to meet for the first time in decades. A woman who accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct spoke with CNN. An upcoming special election in Virginia could shake up the state’s congressional map. The Royal Bahamas Police Force has released an American questioned in connection with the disappearanc...

Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales to resign from Congress. President Trump deletes a post depicting him as Jesus after outrage.  Minnesota officials are investigating ICE for a possible kidnapping.  New surveillance photos show attack on Open AI CEO’s home.  Plus, the 2020 Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame inductees have been announced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with an update on where things stand between the US and Iran after weekend talks failed to produce a breakthrough. President Donald Trump addressed a photo that showed him as a Jesus-like figure. A Democratic congressman says he plans to resign over sexual misconduct allegations. A teenager has been charged as an adult in Florida. Plus, the saga over Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the...

Oil prices are spiking after the US military blocked ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. Pope Leo is pushing back after President Donald Trump insulted him. Thousands of Hungarians are celebrating after Viktor Orbán lost his bid for reelection as prime minister. A Senate bill meant to improve housing affordability could end up doing the opposite. Plus, Britney Spears has checked i...

Rep. Eric Swalwell drops his bid for CA governor.  US to enforce a blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.  President Trump attacks Pope Leo. Rory McIlroy claims back-to-back Masters titles. Plus, runners break fast food record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration’s effort to build a national citizen database is running into roadblocks in court and alarming some election officials on both sides of the aisle. But what is this data for? And how could it be used? We hear from one election official about why he’s pushing back, and look at how election integrity concerns are playing out in other parts of the country.  For more: Trump is...

Some singles are skipping swiping and letting their friends take the lead on their love life. Two first responders thousands of miles apart are now connected forever by a life-saving choice. Two brothers in the Bay Area started a school program that helps families and the planet. A lost border collie was rescued after a hiking trip gone wrong. Plus, one of the most memorable phone numbers in music...

President Donald Trump warns Iran ahead of critical negotiations this weekend about the war. Former Vice President Kamala Harris weighs in about her political future. Trump thrusts the latest immigration case into the national spotlight. We’ll tell you which parts of the US could see severe storms and tornadoes. Plus, the government is turning to an unlikely talent pool to address the air traffic...

Vice President JD Vance joins high stakes negotiations in Pakistan, as Israel continues its push to disarm Hezbollah. A new report shows inflation jumped in March. A USDA employee has formally complained about an Easter message from the Agriculture Secretary. Russia and Ukraine to agreed to a temporary ceasefire for Orthodox Easter. Plus, new questions in the case of an American woman who allegedl...

Peace talks between the US and Iran are set for Saturday in Pakistan.  Melania Trump blasts “lies” linking her with Jeffrey Epstein. A Federal appeals court weighs the validity of Sean Combs sentencing. Artemis II nears the end of its historic mission, with splashdown set for tonight. Plus, the “Zammoth" takes to the ice in Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue as the Israeli prime minister pursues talks with Lebanon. The First Lady blasted links to Jeffrey Epstein in rare remarks from the White House. We’ll break down what weather forecasters are expecting this hurricane season. ICE agents are starting to leave some airports, as a partial government shutdown continues. Plus, why scientists say the world’s ol...

Ceasefire Confusion, Diddy's Appeal, Hawaii Flood Watch and more  A fragile US-Israel truce with Iran appears to be holding, as some ships are now moving through the Strait of Hormuz. New data from the department of Commerce shows a mixed picture of the US economy. Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs are back in court today. We explain why the US fertility rate has hit record low. Plus, a powerful stor...

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed over Israel’s strike in Lebanon. The DOJ says Pam Bondi won’t appear for a deposition regarding the Epstein files investigation.  Police arrest the husband of a woman missing in the Bahamas.  The accused Gilgo Beach serial killer pleads guilty, admits to strangling eight women.  Plus, Part of  the Eiffel Tower’s original staircase will be for sale in May. Learn...

A ceasefire in the Iran war appears shaky as Israel ramps up strikes in Lebanon. The accused Gilgo Beach serial killer confessed to his crimes. A woman charged in connection to Matthew Perry’s death learns her fate. House lawmakers are facing a new roadblock for Pam Bondi’s testimony in their Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Plus, Hawaii is bracing for another round of severe weather. Learn more abo...