CNN 5 Things Tsunami waves hit, Epstein poached Mar-a-Lago staff, Australia fights YouTube & more
Jul 30, 2025
Tsunami waves have begun reaching the US after a major earthquake near Russia, raising concerns on the coast. Donald Trump sheds light on his fallout with Jeffrey Epstein, adding another layer to their complicated history. The podcast also delves into the grim details surrounding the New York City mass shooting victims. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans navigate a controversial judicial nominee amid whistleblower allegations. Finally, Australia makes waves by moving to ban YouTube for kids under 16, shifting its stance on social media's role in education.
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Tsunami Hits Pacific Shores
- An 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s east coast caused tsunami waves reaching multiple Pacific countries and US shores.
- Hawaii and the US West Coast faced advisories, with waves expected to wrap around Hawaiian islands.
Trump Breaks Ties with Epstein
- Donald Trump claimed Jeffrey Epstein poached young women from Mar-a-Lago staff, prompting Trump's breakup with Epstein.
- Trump barred Epstein from Mar-a-Lago for "being a creep" but denies wrongdoing.
NYC Shooting Victims Remembered
- Four victims of the NYC mass shooting included a police officer, a security guard, a Cornell grad, and a Blackstone executive.
- The police officer's widow, expecting their third child, asked only for prayers during a vigil.