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The Trump-Vance transition team says several of President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks and appointees are facing threats. Trump had a conversation with Mexico's president, but each had a different take on it. A nationwide air raid alert went off in Ukraine this morning. A federal appeals court has blocked the Biden administration from taking down razor wire put up by Texas officials on the U...

It’s been a fairly smooth travel day so far, but bad weather is expected to spread throughout the country starting tomorrow. Israeli officials say they facilitated the medical evacuation of 34 patients from Gaza today. We’ll tell you what some of Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign leaders are blaming for her loss. A judge has ruled that the White man charged with shooting a Black teenager who...

Attention is turning to the ongoing violence in Gaza after a ceasefire took effect between Israel and Hezbollah. A Missouri judge has upheld the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The Supreme Court will also soon hear arguments in the most important transgender rights case it’s ever tackled. We’ll tell you which company is the latest to speak out against President-elect Trump’s propo...

Displaced civilians are starting to return to their homes in Israel and Lebanon hours into a 60-day ceasefire. Elon Musk has publicized the names of some government employees he wants to cut, which is terrifying some federal workers. The US and China conducted a prisoner swap. A space satellite is searching for methane leaks. Plus, we'll tell you how an AI granny is combatting phone scams. Learn m...

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is holding steady in Lebanon. President-elect Donald Trump has raced through more administration picks. A man has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Trump. A new study has some worrying insights about social media influencers. Plus, we’ll tell you what to expect from retailers this holiday season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has begun in Lebanon, and now the US is looking to Gaza. We’ll tell you why it could be a good day for last-minute Thanksgiving travelers. Americans could feel the strain on their wallets if tariffs lead to trade wars. Several hostel workers have been arrested in Laos after the deaths of 6 tourists. Plus, one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives has been caug...

President Joe Biden made remarks about what’s to come for Israel and Lebanon after a ceasefire agreement. Experts say the challenge for President-elect Donald Trump’s picks for top public health roles will be keeping politics out of science. We’ll tell you how a federal judge ruled on whether a transgender volleyball player can compete in a tournament. Airfares aren't the only way US airlines are...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered remarks after the country’s security cabinet voted to end fighting with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Mexican President Claudia Scheinbaum had strong words for President-elect Donald Trump in response to his threat of tariffs. We'll tell you why the Russian government ejected a British diplomat. Hear what scientists are hoping to learn about ultraprocces...

Israel’s military says it launched several strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Beirut ahead of a ceasefire vote today. Donald Trump’s lawyers investigated allegations that one of the president-elect's top aides was asking for money from administration candidates in exchange for influence. Disney agrees to pay $43 million to settle a lawsuit. Police say the father of a missing woman from Hawai...

As a record number of people are set to make journeys for Thanksgiving, a pair of storms could impact travel. There are concerns that plans to introduce tariffs on goods imported from Canada, Mexico and China could impact US supply chains. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Italy for his last G7 meeting. Authorities in Pakistan have locked down the capital. Plus, we’ll tell you how millions o...

President-elect Donald Trump is promising a 25% tax on imports from Mexico and Canada as soon as he takes office. Lebanese officials say a ceasefire deal between Hezbollah and Israel is expected to be announced today. Two storms could cause problems for Thanksgiving travel. Bird flu virus has been found in a batch of raw milk. Plus, we’ll tell you which US company is rolling back some of its diver...

Several major federal cases against President-elect Donald Trump have been dropped or dismissed. The US attorney overseeing Sean “Diddy” Combs and Eric Adams cases plans to step down. National abortion policy may not be as simple as the incoming Trump administration hopes. We’ll tell you how vaping affects vascular health. Plus, where is America’s nuclear waste? Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Special counsel Jack Smith has announced he’s ending his prosecution of President-elect Donald Trump over two controversial charges. The Israeli cabinet is set to vote on a 60-day ceasefire deal with Hezbollah tomorrow. The Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge from major tobacco companies over required graphic health warnings. We’ll tell you what new research shows about alcohol consumpt...

President-elect Donald Trump has nearly finished naming his list of Cabinet picks, while some controversial ones prepare for confirmation complications. Women in the US are being diagnosed with lung cancer at higher rates than men. UAE authorities have arrested three people in connection with the death of an Israeli rabbi. One former Macy’s employee was responsible for billions of dollars' worth o...

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly approved a Lebanon ceasefire deal “in principle.” President-elect Donald Trump is facing a test to get his most controversial cabinet picks approved. Meanwhile, two of his choices are expected to force federal employees to return to the office. The Menendez brothers will appear in court today for the first time in 28 years. Plus, we’ll tell...

President-elect Donald Trump has named all his key cabinet choices, so now they’re preparing for Senate scrutiny. A ceasefire deal between Hezbollah and Israel is reportedly “very close.” We’ll tell you why the deal reached at the UN’s climate summit is raising eyebrows. A DHL cargo plane has crashed in Lithuania. Plus, “Glicked” had a successful weekend at the box office. Learn more about your ad...

The Biden administration is taking new steps to aid Ukraine well before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. But Russia has new weapons of its own.  Guest: Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Chief International Security Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A 17-year-old girl won a prestigious award this week advocating for the rights of girls in Afghanistan. Scientists have discovered the world's largest stretch of coral. A TV legend is getting her own stamp next year. A society of magicians wants to welcome back a member who tricked them. Plus, this 31-year-old woman smashed the record for hiking the entire Appalachian Trail.  Learn more about your...

We’ll tell you who President-elect Donald Trump is expected to choose for the role of secretary of Agriculture. A new Pew Research Center poll finds that the vibe among Democrats is measurably bad. Scientists have had a breakthrough on a drinking-water mystery. A new McValue menu is coming next year. Plus, a 17-year-old Afghan girl won the International Children’s Peace Prize. Learn more about you...

We’ll tell you what former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz has revealed about his plans for the future. A source tells CNN more North Koreans have arrived in Ukraine. Economists and recent forecasts predict mortgage rates for the next few years won’t be favorable to aspiring home owners. Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs are once again trying to get the disgraced music mogul released on bail. Plus, th...

The judge overseeing President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money case has postponed his sentencing indefinitely. Trump’s new attorney general pick is expected to have less trouble than his previous one could have faced. We'll tell you how Iran is making movements in its nuclear program. Las Vegas police shot and killed a man after he called 911 saying he feared for his life. Plus, there’s good news...

Russia’s conflict with Ukraine has escalated this week, we’ll tell you how the world is reacting. CNN’s Alayna Treene takes a closer look at the new pick for Attorney General. Republicans have flipped a Senate seat in Pennsylvania. DirecTV has cancelled its deal to merge with its rival, Dish. And, six tourists have died in a suspected mass poisoning.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

We’ll tell you who President-elect Donald Trump has picked to replace Matt Gaetz as his choice for Attorney General. Russia’s President has a stark warning for countries that let Ukraine use their longer-range weapons. Staff shortages at air traffic control could slow down holiday travel next week. Texas officials are voting on a controversial new school curriculum. Plus, the NFL is warning player...

Brazil’s federal police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro – and 36 others – for an attempted coup in 2022. We’ll tell you how the father of an accused school shooter in Georgia has pleaded. Scientists say one teenager’s bird flu mutation raises concerns about what the virus is capable of. Some people CNN spoke to in Arizona are looking forward to a potential border crackdown by Preside...

Former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for attorney general shortly before new CNN reporting on him was due to be published. We’ll tell you how some Palestinian leaders are reacting to news of the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benajmin Netanyahu. President Joe Biden’s administration has announced new sanctions against Russia’...