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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 12pm, and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 7min
9 AM ET: Japan plane crash, politician stabbed, gender neutral toy aisles & more
Plane crash in Japan kills rescue workers, Iowa caucuses approaching, migrants dropped off in New Jersey, politician stabbed in South Korea, California's new toy store law
Jan 2, 2024 • 6min
6 AM ET: Iowa countdown, Japan earthquake rescue work, holiday illnesses & more
Trump prepares for Iowa caucus, Japan rescue efforts after earthquake, Israel's Supreme Court ruling impacts Gaza war, FBI investigates New York car crash, rising respiratory viruses
Jan 1, 2024 • 6min
12 PM ET: New year new laws, insulin price break, Mickey Mouse copyright expires & more
Learn about the damage caused by the earthquake in Japan. Find out what new laws are being implemented in the US. Stay informed about the conflict in Ukraine. Discover how Americans with diabetes will receive more affordable insulin. Hear about the expiration of Mickey Mouse's copyright.
Jan 1, 2024 • 7min
9 AM ET: Tsunami warning, US sinks Houthi boats, SCOTUS’ AI warning & more
Topics discussed: Tsunami warning in Japan, US sinking Houthi boats, asylum seekers arriving in Chicago, Chief Justice's AI warning, and future highlights in 2024.
Dec 31, 2023 • 31min
One Thing: From The Assignment: Trump’s Second Term Plans
Exploring the potential authoritarian nature of Trump's second term plans, including his immigration policies and desire for control over the Department of Justice. The podcast also discusses using the Justice Department for revenge and the possibility of a purge of civil servants. Audie Cornish interviews Kristen Holmes about Trump's plans and promotes her podcast 'The Assignment'.
Dec 30, 2023 • 7min
3 PM ET: NYC NYE security preparations, mushroom poisonings, NASA’s message in a bottle & more
Israeli military's failures in hostage rescue mission, NYC prepares for Times Square ball drop, Eurostar cancellations due to flooding, rise in mushroom poisonings, NASA sends message to Jupiter
Dec 30, 2023 • 7min
10 AM ET: Genocide case against Israel, Ohio gender-affirming care veto, 1-2-3-1-2-3 weddings & more
South Africa files genocide case against Israel, Ukraine hit by largest air attack from Russia, Ohio governor vetoes transgender care bill, coastal flooding forces beach closures, couples rush to tie the knot in Vegas for a 'magical' wedding date.
Dec 29, 2023 • 6min
12 PM ET: Ukraine bombarded, NYE security concerns, Gypsy Rose Blanchard released & more
Russia launches major assault on Ukraine, NYE security threats in NYC, Gypsy Rose Blanchard released on parole
Dec 29, 2023 • 6min
9 AM ET: Maine's ballot decision, huge Russian strikes, California waves & more
Maine's election official removes Trump from 2024 primary ballot. Russia launches massive air attacks in Ukraine. Dangerous waves cause injuries and flooding in California. Busy day for flying in the US. Detroit Pistons lose again.
Dec 28, 2023 • 6min
12 PM ET: 2024 ballot decisions, Haley's Civil War comments, gas price predictions & more
Debate over Trump's eligibility for 2024 primaries, Gaza airstrikes, Haley's response to civil war question, gas prices and chess tournament controversy.
