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Jun 25, 2025 • 7min

NATO summit wraps, Kenya protests, merger goes bankrupt & more

We begin with key takeaways from a short NATO summit as President Donald Trump heads back to Washington. Two reports on Trump’s megabill present conflicting analyses. A US heat wave is exposing vulnerabilities in infrastructure and public health. Kenyan police clash with peaceful protesters one year since a deadly anti-government demonstration. And, two former rivals that merged have fallen out of favor with job hunters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 25, 2025 • 7min

US and Iran to meet, new US immigration plan, Mayor Adams on Mamdani & more

President Donald Trump says the US will meet with Iran next week, as he maintains US strikes destroyed Iran’s nuclear sites. The Trump administration is considering a new plan as part of the President's immigration crackdown. We’ll tell you why congressional Republicans are struggling to pass Trump’s domestic policy bill. Zohran Mamdani delivers an upset in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary – the current mayor weighs in on the victory. Plus, the latest on the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 25, 2025 • 6min

Trump defends strike damage, NATO defense spending, rare new sea & more

President Donald Trump is standing by his statement about the severe damage US strikes did to Iran’s nuclear facilities, despite intelligence saying otherwise. NATO’s chief has praised Trump for forcing members to boost their defense spending. The Trump administration is being ordered to return another wrongly deported man to the US. We’ll explain how a study that doesn’t appear to exist was going to be used in a presentation to CDC advisors. Plus, a rare inland sea is forming in one of the driest places on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 25, 2025 • 7min

US strike damage, NYC political earthquake, record-breaking heat & more

A CNN exclusive has revealed that the damage to Iranian nuclear facilities by US strikes is likely not as bad as the Trump administration claims. A major shock at last night’s Democratic primary for NYC mayor. President Donald Trump’s effort to scrap collective bargaining rights for more than a million federal employees has been blocked. Extreme heat has shattered records across parts of the US. Plus, we’ll tell you how Malala Yousafzai plans to improve women’s sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2025 • 7min

US strike assessment, Mozambique child kidnappings, Bobby Sherman dies & more

We begin with an early assessment of the US military’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as President Donald Trump attends a NATO summit in the Netherlands. House Democrats vented their frustrations with a canceled briefing on Iran. A federal jury has a verdict against a pardoned January 6 rioter who assaulted a Capitol officer. A human rights group warned of a rise in child abductions in an East African country. Plus, Hollywood mourns the loss of a former teen heartthrob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2025 • 7min

Fragile Israel-Iran ceasefire, US braces for cyberattacks, McDonald’s boycott & more

A ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to be on shaky ground after both sides traded strikes. Iranian hackers appear to be eying potential targets in the US. Consumers have been more cautious spenders lately. Boeing and the FAA are sharing the blame for last year’s blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight. Plus, the latest target in a string of consumer boycotts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2025 • 6min

Trump’s anger, Diddy’s defense plans, syringe attack & more

President Donald Trump has had an angry reaction and a “firm” phone call after a ceasefire appeared to be violated in the Middle East. The Trump administration is rushing to rehire some of the people it laid off. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell throws cold water on interest rates dropping next month. Sean “Diddy” Combs isn’t expected to take the stand in his trial. Plus, 145 people in France have reported being pricked by syringes at a festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2025 • 6min

Trump’s ceasefire outburst, Iran strike poll, plastic packaging concerns & more

President Donald Trump’s anger has boiled over after allegations of ceasefire violations in the Middle East. We’ll take a look at what Americans think of the US striking Iran. Trump is heading to a NATO meeting today, and there’s a lot to discuss. An eighth body has been found after a boat capsized on Lake Tahoe in California. Plus, your pre-packaged food could be contaminated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 24, 2025 • 7min

Ceasefire questions, traveling for abortions, extreme heat peaking & more

Just hours after the US said a ceasefire had been agreed between Iran and Israel, there are accusations it’s been broken. We’ll look at why Iran’s attack on a US military base could have looked to de-escalate not provoke. Tens of thousands of people are believed to have traveled for abortions last year. New York City voters will pick their Democratic candidate for mayor. Plus, that sweltering heat in the eastern US could be about to get worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 23, 2025 • 6min

Iranian strikes intercepted, SCOTUS deportation case, July 4th BBQ cost & more

President Donald Trump responded to Iran’s missile attacks on US bases in Qatar.  The Trump administration got a big win from the Supreme Court on its migrant deportations. A freak storm led to a tragedy on Lake Tahoe. The CDC’s new panel of vaccine advisers will soon hear from a former leader of an anti-vaccine group.  Plus, what you can expect to pay at the grocery store this year for some of your favorite BBQ staples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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