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Oct 18, 2026

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Europe Fires Rage, Trump Admin Seeks ER Records, Crew Returns from Space Station and More 27.07.2026

Massive fires are displacing thousands in Spain and France. One suspect is still on the loose after a mass shooting rocks Seattle. Thousands are fighting to retain Temporary Protected Status after a major Supreme Court ruling. The Trump administration is demanding hospitals share emergency room records. And a US-Russian space crew arrives back on Earth after an eight-month...

Deadly Festival Shooting, War Concerns Inside Trump White House and more 27.07.2026

Three people have been killed, several hurt in a Seattle food festival shooting. According to sources: Vice President Vance and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, General Dan Caine have raised concerns about the war with Iran. The murder trial begins for a mom who strangled her three kids. A “Mouthpad” turns your tongue into a cursor.   Plus, "Little Free Blockbusters" pop up around US.  Lear...

One Thing: Has Progressive Criticism of Israel Gone Too Far? 26.07.2026

This midterm season, one issue has become something of a litmus test for Democratic candidates: support for Israel. However, some Jewish progressives fear the fine line between policy disagreements and antisemitism is starting to fray, leaving some to ask: should Jewish candidates should even try to run for president?  For more: As Israel becomes Democratic litmu...

5 Good Things: A Pilot Throws a Surprise Airport Concert 25.07.2026

This commercial airline pilot has a second career leaves passengers smiling after they land. Happy hour at one assisted living facility was on the rocks until this octogenarian stepped in. As CNN Heroes celebrates 20 years, we revisit a 2012 Hero who turned sports into a path to recovery. The winners of the “world coolest marathon” share what it takes to run at the top of the globe....

Record Measles Cases, Dems’ First Primary State, LeBron James’ New Team and more 24.07.2026

Measles is making a historic comeback in the US. Israel is preparing for a large-scale military operation in the West Bank. We’ll tell you which state secured the coveted first-in-the-nation spot for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary. A rescheduled press dinner takes place tonight months after a shooting. Plus, an NBA superstar reveals his n...

New Tariffs, Cyclospora Outbreak Expands, United Ditches Some Middle Seats and More 24.07.2026

The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on dozens of America’s trading partners. Families of victims in a Georgia school shooting address the suspect in court. Cases linked to the massive cyclospora outbreak expand to more states - we'll tell you where. CNN is on board a Philippine vessel as Chinese ships blast it with water...

New Iran threat, Cracks in Gig Economy, Beluga Whale Transfer and more 24.07.2026

President Trump says that Iran is “not ready” for a deal after 13 nights of strikes. The gunman who killed a Minnesota lawmaker gets two life terms, plus 40 years.  The Department of Justice withdraws subpoenas against New York Times reporters. A new study shows a growing number of gig workers rely on public assistance.  Plus, two Beluga whales get new homes. Learn more about your ad cho...

US-Iran Ceasefire Prospects, NYT Subpoenas Withdrawn, Future of Peptides and more 23.07.2026

President Trump weighs in on the chances of renewed peace talks with Iran amid escalating strikes. The Justice Department is dropping subpoenas against three New York Times reporters – we have details. The FDA is reviewing certain rules around controversial peptides – we'll break down today’s vote. The man who shot and killed a Minnesota lawmaker has been sentenced. Plus, how the affordability cri...

Red Sea Rage, Police Shooting Outrage, Google Fined and More 23.07.2026

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels claim to have struck two oil tankers in the Red Sea, potentially opening a new front in the US-Iran war. President Donald Trump adds a new condition to an already controversial nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. Outraged protesters take to the streets in Madison, Wisconsin after a deadly police shooting. The EU has hit Google with&...

The War With Iran Widens, Bertha's Threat, Meta Case Dropped and more 23.07.2026

The war with Iran widens as Houthis target ships in the Red Sea.  Tropical storm Bertha fuels a serious threat to the East Coast. The Secret Service is investigating one of their own for a suspected leak surrounding Vice President Vance’s travel plans. A Florida teen drops their addiction case against Meta.  Plus, the New Bedford Whaling Museum turns a bad review into merch.  Learn...

CNN Exclusive on Minneapolis DHS, OpenAI Models Escape, ‘Historically Accurate’ Odyssey and more 22.07.2026

We start with exclusive CNN reporting about warnings from a DHS official that could have avoided the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s trial date has been defined. We have more details on how an AI model broke into a company’s system – we tell you what it did. Tropical storm Bertha has made landfall, we give you the forecast. Plus, Elon Musk is chal...

US-Saudi Nuclear Deal, Epstein Associate Found Dead, Nolan Wells Independent Autopsy and More 22.07.2026

Two US officials and a source familiar with the matter tell CNN that President Donald Trump has approved a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia – how will it impact the Middle East? A French model recruiter who arranged for the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to meet multiple models was found dead in his home near Paris. Ben Crump announced independent autopsy findings in the death of Mississippi teen...

Lawmaker Calls Hegseth a Failure, Tornadoes Touch Down, Plane Wreckage Found After 74 Years and more  22.07.2026

Tense hearings on Capitol Hill as the Pentagon asks for billions more in war spending. Storms bring historic flooding and tornadoes across multiple states.  The wreckage of a Pan Am airplane has been found 74 years after a deadly crash. House Speaker Johnson is on board with banning lawmakers from dating staffers.  Plus, an Australian lawmaker loses it on his dog during a live inter...

Hegseth Seeks Nearly $88 Billion, France’s Social Media Ban, D4VD in Court and more 21.07.2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is making his case for more funding for the Iran war to Congress. An advisor to President Donald Trump has faced a legal setback in connection to the January 6th attack on the Capitol. France has become the first country in the EU to ban social media for children. The preliminary hearing for a popular singer accused of killing a teenage girl is underway. Plus, what p...

Hegseth to Get War Questions, Canada Tariffs, Pan Am Wreckage Recovery 21.07.2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prepares to testify in front of Congress as US servicemember deaths and injuries mount in the Middle East. Has President Donald Trump reignited another trade war with Canada? Arizonans go to the polls in a key test for the MAGA movement. The new Maine Democratic Senate frontrunner is facing questions about his temperament. And 74 years after it crashed, the wreckage...

NYC Attack Suspect, Tropical Storm Bertha, Matt Damon's Female Stunt Double and more 21.07.2026

President Trump vows revenge for US troop deaths.  A US Army veteran has been arrested for an attack at a Federal Building in New York City.  A Tropical Storm warning has been issued as Bertha threatens the Gulf Coast. Senator Darlene Graham says she will be running for a full Senate term in South Carolina.  Plus, the truth behind Matt Damon's blockbuster biceps. Learn more about yo...

Israel’s Gaza Resettlement Campaign, Paramount-WBD Deal Paused, NYC Federal Building Incident and more 20.07.2026

We start with a controversial campaign strategy by Israel’s right-wing candidates to resettle in the Gaza strip. A judge’s ruling has put this media mega-merger on hold for two weeks – we tell you all about it. Sudan’s citizens fear what comes from the sky as war intensifies on the ground. We’ll tell you why the response to the cyclo...

Fallen Service Members Identified, New UK Prime Minister, ‘Perfect Storm’ Hampering Cyclospora Investigation and More 20.07.2026

The Defense Department has identified two of the three US service members killed in the Middle East this weekend. Andy Burnham officially takes over as UK Prime Minister. A CNN investigation has found the government’s reaction to the cyclospora outbreak has been undermined by massive budget and staffing cuts under President Donald Trump. Russia launches a barrage of missil...

Spain Wins World Cup, Vance's New Baby, US Service Member Killed and more 20.07.2026

Another US service member has been killed, during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone. Spain wins the World Cup for the second time in ever. Second Lady Usha Vance gave birth to a new baby. Social media influencers, Andrew Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami.  Plus, an odd-looking raccoon becomes a viral celebrity in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

One Thing: The Truth About Trump’s New Election Claims 19.07.2026

President Donald Trump gave a primetime speech on Thursday revealing what he said was new information related to foreign efforts to influence US elections. However, experts say the documents he declassified did not back up his claims and that his continued focus on the 2020 election could sow mistrust in the upcoming midterms. We hear from a f...

5 Good Things: The Warm Welcome Outlasting the World Cup 18.07.2026

This 12-year-old bull rider from Australia is bucking expectations as she chases a world title. Rapper Pitbull and thousands of his fans came together to party and set a world record. A dinosaur fossil left in a drawer for decades turned out to be the first one discovered on this continent. New opportunities for at-risk youth are blooming after two CNN Heroes team up...

Federal Push for Election Security, Paramount-WBD Merger, World Cup Finals and more 17.07.2026

We start with the Homeland Security secretary’s threat to state election officials before the midterm elections. The CDC says don’t eat the lettuce at Taco Bells in five states after being linked to the cyclospora parasite outbreak. We’ll break down the latest in the legal saga over Paramount’s bid to buy Warner Brothers Discovery. A federal agency ordered Kalshi to defy a court order. Plus, we se...

Taco Bell’s Diarrhea Problem, 100 Million Under Smoky Skies, Iran Retaliation Spreading and More 17.07.2026

The cyclospora outbreak has been traced to lettuce sold at some Taco Bell locations. Terrible air quality is impacting Americans across the Midwest, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic thanks to Canadian wildfires.. Iran is retaliating after days of US strikes. The UK prepares for its seventh new prime minister in a decade. And, former President Barack Obama hasn’t endorsed in the Michigan Senate race – bu...

Trump's Declassified Docs, Deadly Texas Floods, Viral Nun and more  17.07.2026

President Trump's declassified documents lack bombshell on election threats. At least two people have been killed after being swept away in Texas floods.  Epstein survivors met with acting AG Blanche.  According to sources, lettuce at Taco Bell has been  linked the Cyclospora outbreak.  Plus, a podcasting nun goes viral.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Trump’s Primetime Speech, Texas Flooding Fatality, Truth Social Posts and More 16.07.2026

President Donald Trump’s is expected to discuss the security of US elections tonight, but critics worry it will sow mistrust in the 2020 elections. We’ll take you to Central Texas at least one person has died in the catastrophic floods. Prosecutors are pushing back on new FBI claims about the fatal ICE shooting in Houston. The woman at the center of an International Criminal Court sexual misconduc...

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