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Aug 28, 2025 • 7min

MN shooting latest, deadly Kyiv attacks, CDC leadership chaos & more

We start with the latest developments on the Minneapolis school shooting yesterday. A massive attack by Russian drones on Kyiv has left multiple people dead. The CDC is now leaderless after its director was ousted. New footage reveals more information on Israel’s deadly strikes on a hospital in southern Gaza. Plus, why the leaders of Russia, North Korea and China are set to meet next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2025 • 7min

MN shooter identified, CDC director ousted, Nvidia earnings report & more

Officials gave an update on the deadly shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school today. We’ll tell you what Americans think about President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown. Another Trump official is departing after less than a month on the job. We’ll explain why President Trump’s son-in-law was at the White House today. Plus, why this American chipmaker’s shares took a dip.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2025 • 7min

MN shooting deaths, La Niña’s comeback, parents sue OpenAI & more

We begin with new details on a deadly shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. Snapback sanctions on Iran hang in the balance. An old practice to vet immigrants applying for US citizenship is coming back. We’ll break down a forecasting blueprint for what winter could look like. And, the latest legal claim highlighting safety concerns over AI chatbots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2025 • 7min

Minneapolis school shooting, Abrego Garcia ruling, Swift engagement details & more

Officials say police are responding to a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. A federal judge has ruled on Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s proposed deportation. Tariffs – including the new ones on India – may impact the purse strings of consumers and the government differently. The federal takeover of the nation’s capital has escalated. Cracker Barrel is reversing course on its new logo. Plus, Travis Kelce’s dad shares when his son popped the question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2025 • 7min

WH Gaza meeting, DOGE security risk, covert US operation & more

First, we’ll explain how President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on India will impact businesses and consumers in both countries. There’s set to be a “large meeting” at the White House on Gaza today. A whistleblower says DOGE employees may have compromised the security details of over 300 million Americans. We’ll tell you why Denmark is summoning the top US diplomat in the country for Greenland. Plus, the reason why flesh-eating bacteria cases are rising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2025 • 7min

India tariffs begin, FEMA staff’s warning, Starship success & more

President Donald Trump’s punishing 50% tariffs on imports from India are now in effect. Some FEMA staff are being put on immediate leave after signing a warning letter to Congress. Israel has given an explanation for its strikes on a Gaza hospital that sparked international condemnation. Kilmar Abrego Garcia has made a new bid to resist deportation. Plus, Space X’s new Starship spacecraft has finally made a safe landing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 26, 2025 • 6min

Death penalty in DC, swatting schools, Starbucks drink returns & more

We start with President Donald Trump’s calls for capital punishment in Washington, DC. Trump gave his stipulation for a potential settlement with Harvard University. There are new developments on Israel’s deadly military strike on a Gaza hospital. We’ll explain why the start of the school year has some students and administrators on edge. Plus, a fall staple at Starbucks is back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 26, 2025 • 7min

DOJ lawsuit tossed, Fed gov. vs Trump, Swift-Kelce engaged & more

The podcast delves into the Justice Department's controversial stance on immigration cases and the legal battles surrounding Trump’s administration. It also covers the Fed governor's bold pushback against Trump’s firing attempt. Protests in Israel are examined, highlighting the ongoing political turmoil. On a lighter note, it discusses the latest buzz about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, adding a dash of celebrity drama to the mix!
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Aug 26, 2025 • 7min

DC crime stats probes, weight loss pill, airline's new policy & more

As President Donald Trump pushes for a crime crackdown beyond Washington, DC, the House Oversight committee joins the DOJ to investigate the nation’s capital. Trump has touted tariff revenue as debt-cutting, but there are some caveats. A new pill for weight loss could be one step closer to becoming a reality. How some kids will use AI in school this year. Plus, Southwest Airlines announced more new rules over seats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 26, 2025 • 7min

Israel’s ‘day of struggle’, Epstein’s ‘birthday book’, record drug seizure & more

Israel’s security cabinet is set to meet amid nationwide protests. Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th “birthday book” is among the documents the House Oversight committee are subpoenaing. Thousands more documents are set to be released related to the Uvalde school shooting three years ago. Firefighters are winning the battle against two wildfires in the West of the country. Plus, the US Coast Guard's historic drug bust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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