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Every minute of your morning counts. Host Hannah Jewell takes you through the seven most important and interesting stories of the day, with the reporting and insight of The Washington Post. Get caught up in just a few minutes every weekday at 7 a.m.
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Dec 27, 2023 • 7min
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Topics include soldier mobilization in Ukraine, conflict in Gaza, actor's death, winter storm in the plains, Google's top search terms of the year, climate change and an octopus species, potential collapse of the ice sheet and its impact on sea levels, trending news stories and celebrity romances, a promotion for The Washington Post subscription, and a teaser about a mysterious event on Grenada island.

Dec 26, 2023 • 6min
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Topics covered in this podcast include recent U.S. airstrikes in Iraq, the presence of abortion rights on the ballot, the death of Laura Lynch, the NFL playoff picture, and a heartwarming story of a woman with a rare condition successfully giving birth. Additionally, the podcast delves into a three and a half year cruise to 150 countries, offering listeners the opportunity to explore different regions and uncover mysteries during this epic journey.

Dec 22, 2023 • 7min
Friday, December 22, 2023
High death toll in Gaza, shooting at university in Prague, Rudy Giuliani files for bankruptcy, reindeer's glowing blue eyes, and more.

Dec 21, 2023 • 8min
Thursday, December 21, 2023
UN resolution on Israel-Gaza, surge at US border, Biden criticizes Trump on immigration funding, $148M penalty for Giuliani. Navy bribery scandal, JN1 coronavirus variant emerging. Sewage waste to drinking water initiative in California. Shipwreck discovery by a four-year-old girl and her dad.

Dec 20, 2023 • 7min
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
This podcast covers interesting topics such as Trump being disqualified from the primary ballot in Colorado, the UN's search for a resolution on Gaza, a destructive East Coast storm, FDA's discovery of high lead levels in applesauce, Minnesota's new flag design, Apple's sales halt, and a study on apes' long-lasting memories.

Dec 19, 2023 • 8min
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Pope Francis allows same-sex blessings. Texas Governor signs bill allowing police to arrest migrants. China earthquake and Iceland volcano. Jonathan Majors convicted of domestic abuse. Google settles antitrust lawsuit. Valuable vase found at Goodwill. Thrift store discovery and missing remains in Grenada.

Dec 18, 2023 • 8min
Monday, December 18, 2023
Topics in this podcast include mistaken killings in Gaza, Rudy Giuliani's penalty, Southwest Airlines fine, AI-hosted fake news sites, NFL playoff updates, solar flares, and the mystery of missing remains of Prime Minister Maurice Bishop in Grenada.

Dec 15, 2023 • 7min
Friday, December 15, 2023
Topics discussed in this podcast include Ukraine's bid for E.U. membership, the passing of the defense policy bill in the U.S. House, upcoming storms on the East Coast, and a study on feline behavior when playing fetch.

Dec 14, 2023 • 8min
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Impeachment inquiry vote, abortion pill case, Tesla recall, Dow Jones high, giant meatballs - a brief on current news and quirky stories including Hunter Biden's response to allegations, Ikea's turkey-sized meatball giveaway, and a reminder to connect Washington Post subscription for ad-free audio and exclusive access to episodes.

Dec 13, 2023 • 7min
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
In this podcast, they cover the latest news on the COP28 climate deal, the Biden impeachment inquiry vote, and the Geminid meteor shower. They also discuss actor Andre Braugher's death and the Netflix Engagement Report. Stay tuned for a mysterious story about the missing remains of Maurice Bishop.