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Join Shumita Basu every weekday morning as she guides you through some of the most fascinating stories in the news — and how the world’s best journalists are covering them.
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Mar 14, 2023 • 11min
Bank collapses shine light on loosened regulations
NBC News reports on how recent bank collapses are putting a new spotlight on a Trump-era law.
Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen spoke to a Manhattan grand jury yesterday. The Wall Street Journal has more. The Washington Post reports on how the former president’s legal problems are intensifying as he also faces a perilous moment politically.
Biden approved a controversial oil project in Alaska. The Guardian has local reactions.
The Wall Street Journal offers a whimsical way to build an NCAA bracket, with data.

Mar 13, 2023 • 9min
What to know about the fall of Silicon Valley Bank
Regulators are making big new moves following Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse. The Wall Street Journal has details.
CNN reports on dangerous flooding in store for millions of people in California and Nevada.
Vox has answers to key questions about the threats to ban TikTok in America.
Apple News has the best stories on the biggest moments of the 2023 Oscars.

Mar 10, 2023 • 10min
As key jobs numbers come in, working women stand out
As new employment data comes in, a deeper look shows women are returning to the workforce and piling momentum on the hot economy. The Wall Street Journal has the story.
The American who’s been held in Iran longer than any other appealed to Biden in a rare interview with CNN from the country’s most notorious prison.
Reuters explains why Egypt is bringing back daylight saving time.
An Oscar insider shares some of the most shocking moments in Academy Awards history on the new episode of In Conversation.

Mar 9, 2023 • 11min
Biden’s budget kicks off fight in Congress
Biden is set to unveil his budget. USA Today explains what to know.
The kidnapping of four Americans in Mexico highlights the dangers of cartel violence, as NPR explains. And CNN reports on the rise of medical tourism in the country.
Rising temperatures and climate change have upended ecosystems. Inside Climate News reports on how that’s resulting in more frequent clashes between humans and wildlife.
Oscar nominee Ke Huy Quan is receiving lots of love from other former child actors. The Wall Street Journal talks to several of them.

Mar 8, 2023 • 11min
It’s a crucial week for the U.S. economy. Here’s why.
CNBC reports on what the Fed chair says about the economy ahead of a high-stakes jobs report.
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz will testify in the Senate later this month, as the company faces accusations of labor law violations related to union drives. Bloomberg has the story. Previously, Vox reported on the union drives.
More younger patients are getting colorectal cancers. Doctors don’t understand why. The Wall Street Journal takes a look.
The Washington Post explains why Utah’s Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to hunt and eat bullfrogs.

Mar 7, 2023 • 10min
Preventing the next toxic train derailment
Norfolk Southern has new safety proposals. Politico explains why they’re unlikely to satisfy the Biden administration. Meanwhile, Vox looks at what’s inside a bipartisan bill in Congress focused on train safety.
Legislators voted to fix a Utah law that makes it hard for some sexual-assault survivors to sue. ProPublica has that story, along with the investigation that led to the change.
America is trying to electrify but there aren’t enough electricians. The Wall Street Journal examines the problem.
The Washington Post looks at why certain foods taste better the next day.

Mar 6, 2023 • 9min
Inside the “zombie war” for Ukraine’s Bakhmut
The Wall Street Journal has an in-depth look at how Russian Wagner troops are posing a unique threat to Ukrainian forces.
A landmark deal has been reached to safeguard ocean life in international waters. The Washington Post has the story.
The Athletic looks at why 2023 may be the year when Formula One racing breaks through with American fans.
CBS News has the story of a man who found a Jurassic-era insect while shopping at Walmart.

Mar 3, 2023 • 10min
Murder convictions seal Alex Murdaugh’s downfall
Alex Murdaugh has been found guilty of murdering his wife and son in 2021. The State has full coverage.
Is China providing Russia with military support? Time explains why it’s so hard to tell.
A Reuters investigation finds that a shoe-recycling program created in part by U.S. chemical giant Dow seems to be falling short.
Chris Rock is hosting a live Netflix special tomorrow where he’s expected to talk about being slapped by Will Smith at the Oscars. The Wall Street Journal has more.

Mar 2, 2023 • 9min
America’s growing child-labor problem
The Biden administration is cracking down on child labor following investigative reporting and an increase in violations. Reuters is on the story.
The Washington Post reports on a U.S. intelligence review that says “Havana syndrome” was not caused by an energy weapon or foreign adversary.
Wired explains how tech layoffs are fueling a new startup surge.
DCist looks at a new reality show that partners MTV with the Smithsonian in a search for “the next great artist.”

Mar 1, 2023 • 9min
What a lawsuit against Fox is exposing about election lies
Fox News is facing a defamation suit related to the airing of false claims that the 2020 presidential election was stolen. Court documents show that top executives including Rupert Murdoch knew the claims were untrue. The Los Angeles Times has more.
A pandemic-era boost to food aid is ending today, just as grocery prices remain high. ABC News talked to people affected.
Iran is investigating the poisoning of hundreds of schoolgirls with toxic gas. The BBC reports.
NPR looks at the company responsible for the unique patches NASA astronauts wear.


