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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 7min
TSA Worker Pay, ‘No Kings’ Rallies, Savannah Guthrie’s Return and more
Ed Lavandera, a television correspondent known for on-the-ground airport reporting, describes long TSA lines and travelers arriving hours early. He details live scenes at Houston’s airport. The conversation also covers escalating strikes involving Iran and planned nationwide No Kings demonstrations. Savannah Guthrie’s announced return to Today is briefly noted.

Mar 27, 2026 • 8min
Senate Passes Most DHS Funding, Iran Talks, Missing Kangaroo and more
Lawmakers move to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security while staffing questions remain for TSA. A presidential deadline for action on Iran gets pushed back amid tension over the Strait of Hormuz. The IOC announces a ban on transgender women in female competition. A performing arts center starts layoffs before a long closure. A Wisconsin community searches for an escaped kangaroo.

Mar 26, 2026 • 7min
Energy Strikes Deadline Extended, Maduro in Court, Savannah Guthrie Interview and more
Talks about a U.S. decision to postpone strikes on Iranian energy sites and the ripple effects on markets. Coverage of Nicolás Maduro and his wife appearing in a New York court. Explanation of a new policy banning transgender women from Olympic competition. Reports on airport disruptions after a runway crash and TSA staffing strains. Preview of a high-profile TV anchor's first interview after her mother went missing.

Mar 26, 2026 • 7min
Iran War Negotiations, CPAC 2026, Harris Reemerges and more
Tense Iran negotiations and a reported strike on an Iranian naval leader take center stage. Conservatives gather in Dallas with sharp divisions over foreign policy. A prominent political figure resurfaces on the trail amid 2028 speculation. An investigation exposes online communities sharing tips that enable sexual violence. A well-known comedian is slated for a major cultural honor.

Mar 26, 2026 • 8min
Meta, YouTube Lose Landmark Case, Fuel Surcharge, Ballpark Eats and more
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran and a possible off-ramp for talks. A California jury holds major social platforms liable in a teen addiction trial. Legal battles involving an ousted Venezuelan leader reach federal court. USPS adds an 8% fuel surcharge as gas prices climb. Baseball returns with over-the-top ballpark eats and novelty food challenges.

Mar 25, 2026 • 7min
Iran’s Response to US Proposal, Landmark Social Media Verdict, Stephen Colbert’s New Job and more
Claire Duffy, CNN technology reporter who covers tech law, explains a landmark social media addiction trial. She breaks down the jury finding against major platforms. She also touches on related legal battles in tech. Short, clear, and focused takes on the court rulings reshaping online accountability.

Mar 25, 2026 • 7min
Iran War Talks, Open AI Shutters App, ‘Robot Umpires’ and more
Trump administration officials are trying to schedule talks with Iran aimed at ending the war. British police have arrested two men in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson attack in London. Savannah Guthrie spoke about her mother’s abduction with NBC “Today Show” colleague and longtime friend, Hoda Kotab. An AI video generation app is shutting down just months after it launched. Plus, "robot umpires" are making their official MLB debuts this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 2026 • 9min
Dem Flips FL District, Troops to Mideast, Dino Auction and more
U.S. troops may deploy to the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. Lawmakers spar over DHS funding while TSA workers face pay interruptions. A Palm Beach statehouse seat flips in a race that includes Mar-A-Lago. A jury holds a major tech company liable in a child exploitation case. A near-complete Triceratops skeleton heads to auction, sparking debate over private fossil ownership.

Mar 24, 2026 • 7min
LGA Collision Investigation, DHS Funding Standoff, MN Sues Trump Admin and more
Investigators reveal new details about a deadly LaGuardia collision, including tower staffing and missing equipment. Lawmakers grapple with a tense funding standoff over the Department of Homeland Security. Minnesota pursues legal action against the federal government. Updates cover U.S.-Iran negotiations and the release of an American from detention.

Mar 24, 2026 • 7min
Airport Chaos, Florida Special Election, ‘Dirty Dozen’ and more
Rafael Romo, CNN correspondent covering legal and political developments, joins to report from the courtroom where Marco Rubio testifies in a criminal trial. Short updates cover a tense Florida special election in Palm Beach and soaring airport wait times. There’s also a quick look at this year’s “Dirty Dozen” produce list and tips to cut pesticide exposure.


