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Mar 19, 2025 • 7min
Russia and Ukraine attacks, astronauts splash down, Netflix show arrest & more
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged attacks overnight, despite the Kremlin agreeing to stop striking energy infrastructure targets. The Trump administration is fighting a lot of legal battles this week. Two NASA astronauts have splashed back down to Earth after unexpectedly spending nine months in space. The world just experienced its hottest decade. Plus, we’ll tell you why a Hollywood director has been arrested over a Netflix show that never aired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
Netanyahu warns Hamas, USAID cuts blocked, new measles cases & more
Ukraine's president says Russia isn't ready to end the war after high-stakes talks between Trump and Putin. Israel's prime minister addressed his country's renewed military actions in Gaza. Elon Musk's DOGE has been dealt a huge blow after a federal judge's ruling on USAID. A deadly plane crash in Honduras killed several people, including a popular music artist. Plus, we'll tell you where a measles outbreak in the US stands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
High-stakes call with Putin, SCOTUS chief rebukes Trump, tech giant's largest acquisition & more
We start with details on a call between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin about the future of the Ukraine war. Israeli officials are doubling down on a decision to restart the war in Gaza. Chief Justice John Roberts is pushing back on Trump's call to impeach a federal judge. We'll tell you about a notable change on the Health and Human Services website. And, a tech giant's mega merger is making the record books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
Trump-Putin call, zero gravity body impact, dangerous weather déjà vu & more
Gaza has experienced its deadliest day in over 15 months as Israel pounds the enclave with deadly strikes. Presidents Donald Trump and Vladmir Putin are on the phone discussing terms to try to end the war in Ukraine. NASA astronauts are on their way home – what happens to the body after being in space for so long? Another mighty storm is putting millions in harm's way again in parts of the US. Plus, Americans are cutting back on snacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
Hundreds killed in Gaza, Biden family protection cut, FBI most wanted arrest & more
People in Gaza are describing pulling bodies from the rubble as a ceasefire breaks down. We’ll take a look at what President Donald Trump is hoping to get out of a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump is cutting down Hunter and Ashley Biden’s Secret Service details. The parents of a missing student want authorities to declare her dead. And, Mexico says it’s arrested one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2025 • 7min
Gaza ceasefire shattered, Trump’s call with Putin, free Ivy League tuition & more
The ceasefire in Gaza has ended and there are reports Israeli strikes have already killed hundreds of people. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to hold a call today. A federal judge has scolded the Trump administration over deportations. Two NASA astronauts are finally on their way home. Plus, we’ll tell you which Ivy League college is expanding free tuition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 2025 • 7min
Deportation flights hearing, Trump warns Iran, Schumer postpones tour & more
A hearing is underway over President Donald Trump's controversial deportation flights and a judge's race to stop them. Then, we'll tell you about a deported Brown University doctor's legal fight. President Donald Trump has a warning for Iran about attacks from Houthi rebels. The Trump administration sidelined a key pandemic preparedness office as bird flu continues to spread. Plus, calls for the Senate minority leader to step down are growing louder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 2025 • 6min
Severe weather aftermath, missing student update, Pepsi new acquisition & more
We begin with the latest reactions to the Trump administration. Communities are picking up the pieces following a deadly cross-country storm. Tensions are growing at the Lebanon-Syria border. New details are emerging about the man last known to have seen a missing college student in the Dominican Republic. Plus, Pepsi strikes a nearly $2 billion deal in the healthy soda wars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 2025 • 7min
Economy warning sign, deportations hearing, March Madness brackets & more
Retailers are sounding the alarm on the economy. A judge scheduled a hearing today after the Trump administration invoked wartime powers to deport hundreds of migrants against court orders. Layoffs at NOAA are taking expert eyes off the oceans at the worst possible time. Time to start filling your brackets for the men’s and women’s NCAA college basketball tournaments. Plus, is Guinness actually good for you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 2025 • 7min
Alien Enemies Act, deadly nightclub fire, fast fashion bankruptcy & more
The Trump Administration has deported hundreds of people using an 18th century law. A devastating and deadly US storm is now moving offshore. Canada’s new prime minister is in Europe to make some alliances. At least 59 people have been killed in a fire at a night club in North Macedonia. Plus, we’ll tell you which fast fashion retailer has filed for bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


