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Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
FSU shooting latest, birthright citizenship case, feud with the Fed & more
Tragic events unfold in Tallahassee with a mass shooting at Florida State University, leaving the community devastated. The Supreme Court takes on contentious issues, including challenges to Trump’s birthright citizenship policy. In the political sphere, tensions rise as Trump targets Fed Chair Jerome Powell over interest rates. Furthermore, troubling news emerges for homebuyers amidst the shifting economic landscape, highlighting the impact of trade tariffs on mortgage rates.

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Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Talks with Italy's PM, Google’s antitrust ruling, FSU mass shooting & more
Trade talks between the U.S. President and Italy's Prime Minister reveal potential shifts in EU relations, especially around tariffs affecting American consumers. A federal judge's ruling takes a significant aim at Google's advertising practices, impacting its dominant position. Immigration challenges surface for a Tufts University student fighting a tough case. Meanwhile, a shooting at Florida State University sends shockwaves through the community, with firsthand accounts adding to the urgency of law enforcement responses. Tensions also rise as Iran reacts to U.S. nuclear signals.

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Trump attacks Powell, Harvard’s tax-exempt status, Fyre Fest 2’s future & more
President Trump expresses frustration with the Federal Reserve and targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. A leaked budget cut proposal threatens federal health agencies. Meanwhile, U.S. and Ukrainian officials gather in Paris, but hopes for a peace deal with Russia seem bleak. In the world of music, Fyre Fest 2 faces new hurdles, raising eyebrows about its management. Tune in for a fascinating blend of politics, international relations, and festival drama!

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Trump-Boasberg conflict heats up, Menendez brothers hearing, alien life & more
Tensions rise as President Trump's legal clash with Judge James Boasberg intensifies. The Menendez brothers face court decisions regarding their sentences while humanitarian crises unfold in Gaza and Puerto Rico, grappling with deadly strikes and power outages. Meanwhile, scientists celebrate a thrilling discovery on an exoplanet that hints at the possibility of alien life, sparking imaginations about what lies beyond our Earth.

Apr 17, 2025 • 7min
Harvard ultimatum, Maryland senator's El Salvador visit, billionaire crosswalks & more
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is putting Harvard University on notice regarding international student enrollments. A Maryland senator is advocating in El Salvador for a mistakenly deported father. In a surprising twist, a nutrition researcher has resigned amid claims of censorship. Meanwhile, ten New York prison guards face charges related to an inmate's fatal beating. Lastly, some crosswalks in Seattle have been hacked to impersonate billionaires, sparking discussions about wealth and public sentiment.

Apr 16, 2025 • 7min
Fed’s new warning on tariffs, Pentagon officials on leave, RFK Jr.’s autism claims & more
A warning from the Federal Reserve has left the stock market shaken, particularly regarding Trump's trade policies. Investigations are underway involving three Pentagon officials. In Dallas, a school shooting has raised urgent concerns about safety. Additionally, the U.S. Health & Human Services secretary has sparked debate over rising autism rates and their possible connections to environmental factors. The conversation hints at future AI developments and the ethical implications surrounding them.

Apr 16, 2025 • 7min
Immigration showdown, tariff negotiations, northern lights & more
A judicial ruling could hold Trump officials accountable for past deportation flight orders. Meanwhile, trade negotiations with China are heating up, and a lawsuit reveals troubles for international students facing visa issues. On a brighter note, a solar storm is expected to light up the night sky with beautiful northern lights, reaching areas not usually graced by their glow. Exciting times ahead for policy shifts and celestial wonders!

Apr 16, 2025 • 7min
Deported dad ‘not coming back,’ Nvidia's $5.5B hit, PA arson suspect & more
A mistaken deportation case sparks a fierce legal battle, drawing attention from authorities. Nvidia faces financial challenges due to the escalating US-China trade tensions. A troubling arson incident targeting Pennsylvania's governor raises questions about motives and mental health. Meanwhile, a well-known tennis player finds themselves in hot water over an unexpected request that left many scratching their heads.

Apr 16, 2025 • 7min
College tensions rise, TikTok trade war, UK’s gender ruling & more
Tensions are escalating at American colleges, especially with Harvard feeling the impact of a funding freeze linked to political maneuvers. The trade war with China takes a sharp turn as TikTok becomes a battleground for navigating tariffs. Meanwhile, a New York City lawsuit against Mayor Adams draws attention to sanctuary policies. The WHO makes a significant leap forward with a historic agreement on pandemic readiness. In the UK, a Supreme Court ruling stirs controversy by defining gender in strictly biological terms.

Apr 16, 2025 • 7min
Harvard cuts 'cost lives', town hall anger, jewelry heist & more
A Harvard professor reveals how a funding freeze is jeopardizing life-saving research. Tensions rise as President Trump's court win looms over a wrongful deportation case. Heated town hall meetings showcase public outrage, with tempers flaring. Meanwhile, mental health concerns rise among American youth. And in a twist worthy of Hollywood, an elaborate jewelry heist in LA captures the imagination.
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