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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East to push for a ceasefire agreement – one that the mother of a recently-rescued hostage is pushing for too. Closing arguments will start later today in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial in Wilmington, Delaware. A Coast Guard Academy official resigns ahead of a congressional hearing this week into the agency’s sexual misconduct scandal. Apple...

The US is ramping up pressure for Israel and Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal, but a deadly hostage rescue mission could impact negotiations. Hunter Biden's defense has indicated he won't testify in his federal gun trial. Former President Donald Trump has a sentencing interview today. Ukraine says it has destroyed one of Russia's most advanced fighter jets. Plus, a dangerous gang you've probably n...

The fallout continues after an Israeli operation rescued four hostages in Gaza, but killed hundreds of Palestinians. Former President Donald Trump is expected to have an interview with a probation officer today over his hush money convictions, while Hunter Biden decides whether to take the stand in his own trial. Extreme heat returns for millions of people in the US this week. European elections s...

With less than five months until Election Day, coverage of the campaign is about to heat up. In this episode, we explain how candidates are calibrating their media footprints in key swing states. Plus, we have a guide to navigating potential disinformation and AI-generated content on social media.  Guest: Hadas Gold, CNN Media Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

A 5-year-old boy gets a second chance at life, after his former preschool teacher decided to donate part of her liver to him. A nonprofit that wants to rid the oceans of plastic marks a major milestone. Kids experiencing homelessness get to celebrate their birthdays with epic parties. Neighborhoods across North America are using old newspaper boxes to swap free movies. Plus, would you eat chocolat...

We start with key takeaways from Day 5 of Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas formally disclosed a trip to Bali, paid for by a GOP megadonor. The CIA assesses that Israel’s prime minister likely believes he can avoid setting a post-war plan for Gaza. We have a recall to tell you about involving Kia’s popular Telluride SUVs. Plus, we’ll explain why adults are mak...

Hunter Biden’s daughter gave emotional testimony about her father’s drug addiction in his federal gun trial. The US military’s temporary pier off the Gaza coast has been repaired and reattached to the beach. Former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has been arraigned in Arizona’s election subversion case. The FDA is recommending certain states stop selling raw milk amid a bird flu outb...

President Joe Biden gave a speech in Normandy, France in remembrance of a daring D-Day raid by US Army Rangers, after announcing new aid for Ukraine. Prosecutors have rested their case against Hunter Biden. US job growth was stronger than expected last month – we'll tell you what it could mean for the Federal Reserve. Severe heat is still scorching the Southwest. Plus, Pat Sajak ends his 40-year r...

The latest job numbers are out and they're much higher than expected. President Joe Biden will make his case for democracy in another D-Day anniversary speech. It's still not clear if Hunter Biden will take the stand in his federal gun trial. Police in Texas have disrupted a people smuggling operation. Plus, Japan's government has created a dating app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Countries are ramping up pressure on Israel and Hamas to accept a ceasefire plan. Hunter Biden's daughter and uncle are expected to take the stand today in his federal gun trial. Former President Donald Trump says he'll announce his 2024 running mate next month. Alex Jones could lose his stake in Infowars to pay damages to Sandy Hook families. Plus, the US cricket team has delivered a shocking ups...

President Joe Biden says he won’t pardon his son if he’s convicted in the federal gun trial. A judge has ordered Steve Bannon to report to prison by next month in his contempt case. A UN report finds devastating hunger crises in Gaza and Sudan. The FDA has rescinded its marketing ban on Juul vaping products. Finally, Boeing's Starliner is docked at the space station after encountering new issues a...

World leaders and veterans marked the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France today. Jurors in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial are hearing testimony from Hallie Biden, the widow of Hunter Biden’s late brother, Beau. A dangerous heat dome is reaching peak intensity this afternoon. The Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect has been indicted on two new murder charges. And, an AI chi...

It's 80 years to the day since 150,000 allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy – we'll bring you the latest from a special event to commemorate the D-Day operation. US weapons have been used on another Israeli strike that killed civilians in Gaza. The prosecution in Hunter Biden's gun felony trial has called his brother's widow to the stand. A former neighbor of Justice Samuel Alito is dis...

President Joe Biden has joined leaders and veterans to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings. Countries are putting pressure on Hamas and Israel to accept a ceasefire deal and get hostages home. Hunter Biden's gun trial continues, as the House is also making moves against him. Maryland has reported its first heat related death this year. Plus, the Gilgo Beach murders suspect is expected to be ind...

Today is the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings - we'll have the latest from France on commemorations. The heat dome bringing unusually high temperatures to the Western US is expected to get worse today. Israeli forces have hit a UN school in Gaza. Boeing and NASA have found a problem with the Starliner spacecraft. Plus, New York's governor is putting Manhattan's congestion charge on hold inde...

The jury in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial heard from two of his former romantic partners today – we have details. A Georgia appeals court has indefinitely paused the election subversion case against former President Donald Trump and several of his co-defendants. Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would guarantee access to contraception nationwide. Tensions are rising on the Israel-Lebanon b...

Hunter Biden’s ex-wife testified about his drug use in his federal gun trial in Delaware. Police arrested more than a dozen pro-Palestinian protesters who occupied the Stanford University president’s office. The White House is pushing back on a Wall Street Journal report about President Joe Biden’s mental fitness. Authorities say a woman mayor of a western Mexican city was killed hours after the c...

Hunter Biden's ex-wife takes the stand in the president's son's felony gun trial. The head of the UN says we're playing "Russian Roulette" with the planet. Tensions are boiling over between Israel and Lebanon. Boeing has finally launched its Starliner spacecraft. Plus, a new form of contraception for men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New limits are in place to stop migrants seeking asylum in the US if they cross the border illegally. President Joe Biden is in Paris ahead of D-Day's 80 year anniversary. The House has voted to sanction officials from the International Criminal Court. Amanda Knox's slander conviction has been upheld. Plus, singer-songwriter The Dream has been accused of rape and sex trafficking. Learn more about...

Strict new rules are now in place at the US-Mexico border after an executive order came into effect at midnight. Hunter Biden's ex-wife is expected to testify at his federal gun trial today. Dangerous heat is hitting states in the West this week. Senator Bob Menendez's legal worries haven't stopped his son from winning his Democratic primary in New Jersey. And, Boeing is once again trying to launc...

New asylum restrictions at the US-Mexico border take effect at midnight – we have details. Prosecutors introduced key evidence from Hunter Biden’s devices in his federal gun trial. Job openings in the US reached a three-year low. A Japanese baseball star’s former interpreter has pleaded guilty in a gambling case. Finally, Sean “Diddy” Combs has sold a majority stake in the media company he founded...

President Joe Biden announced an order that would ban migrants from seeking asylum if they cross the border unlawfully. Jurors in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial heard excerpts from him reading his memoir, detailing his drug addiction. Wisconsin is the latest state to bring charges against allies of former President Donald Trump in a fake elector scheme. India’s prime minister has claimed victory...

The prosecution's called their first witness in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial – we'll sum up both sides' opening statements. Attorney General Merrick Garland is getting grilled by House Republicans in a tense hearing. As Senator Bob Menendez stands trial for bribery charges, New Jersey voters will get to vote for his replacement on the Democratic ticket. The FDA is looking at whether ecstasy sh...

2024 is already a historic election year, as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump both face campaign worries in the court room. Meanwhile, Biden is expected to announce controversial border plans soon. Triple digit heat is expected in the Western US this week. More than half of US adults are expected to have cardiovascular disease by 2050. Plus, a funeral home makes a shocking dis...

The White House is expected to announce a controversial new plan for the US-Mexico border soon. Opening arguments are set to start this morning in Hunter Biden's gun charges trial. There's growing pressure on both Hamas and Israel over President Joe Biden's peace plan. Votes are being counted after India's mammoth election. Plus, GameStop shares rose yesterday after an influencer bought $116 milli...