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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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Nov 7, 2023 • 7min
10 PM ET: Trump’s testy exchanges, Elijah McClain case, actors' strike & more
Former President Donald Trump's testy exchanges during his civil fraud trial, Israeli Prime Minister's response to calls for humanitarian pauses in Gaza, Colorado officer acquitted in Elijah McClain case, investigation into online posts showing pictures of Nashville school shooter's writings, latest update on actors' strike against Hollywood studios.
Nov 6, 2023 • 6min
5 PM ET: Trump’s testimony wraps, Gaza children deaths, Parkinson’s patient walks & more
Trump testifies in civil fraud trial, Gaza conflict continues, Police search for shooter in Cincinnati, Fruit pouch recall, Experimental Parkinson's treatment helps patient walk again.
Nov 6, 2023 • 7min
12 PM ET: Trump takes the stand, summer weather in winter, new AI chatbot & more
Trump testifies in New York, Gaza death toll rises, US expecting record high temperatures. Air pollution chokes New Delhi. Elon Musk announces new AI chatbot.
Nov 6, 2023 • 6min
9 AM ET: Trump to testify, Amtrak boost, National Geographic's 'cool list' & more
Gaza border may reopen for aid and travel, Trump to testify in fraud case, $16B boost for US rail line, risks of daily marijuana use on cardiovascular health, National Geographic's 2024 'cool list'
Nov 6, 2023 • 6min
6 AM ET: Gaza communications blackout, Trump on the stand, actors consider offer & more
Gaza experiences blackout, Trump to testify, poll shows his lead, progress on climate crisis fund, Hollywood actors' final offer.
Nov 5, 2023 • 15min
One Thing: Inside Biden’s Israel Balancing Act
CNN Anchor, Phil Mattingly, discusses President Biden's balancing act between humanitarian concerns and fears of a wider war in Israel. Topics include US support for Israel, recent developments in the conflict, domestic political concerns, and the challenges of balancing anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
Nov 4, 2023 • 6min
3 PM ET: West Bank settler violence, 157 dead in Nepal earthquake, NYC Marathon & more
Tensions rise in the Israel-Hamas conflict, settler violence threatens Palestinian safety, earthquake kills 157 in Nepal, Ukraine's conflict with Russia overshadowed, New York City Marathon about to begin
Nov 4, 2023 • 6min
10 AM ET: ‘Bearing the burden’ of the war, Maersk plans more layoffs, Daylight Saving kicks off & more
The podcast discusses the devastating impact of the Israel-Hamas war on civilians, with a focus on women, children, and newborns. It also mentions the ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza and the demand for hostage release. Additionally, it highlights the layoffs at Maersk and a nurse facing murder charges. The podcast concludes by discussing the end of daylight saving time.
Nov 4, 2023 • 6min
10 PM ET: Blinken's Israel visit, Maine mourns, Trump’s gag orders & more
Topics discussed in the podcast include the recent air strike outside Gaza's largest hospital, President Biden's visit to mourn shooting victims in Maine, updates on Donald Trump's legal cases and a raid on Eric Adams' campaign fundraiser's home. Other topics include the environmental impact of pumpkin waste and the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference.
Nov 3, 2023 • 7min
5 PM ET: Hezbollah leader speech, bump stock ban, Matthew Perry foundation & more
Israeli ceasefire condition, bump stock ban challenge, Capitol riot sentencing, Congressman's 2024 plans, Matthew Perry Foundation established.
