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May 2, 2025 • 7min

Tariff exemption ends, alternative measles treatments, 90s singer dies & more

We’ll tell you why most Americans could start feeling the impact from tariffs starting today. President Donald Trump is stopping funding for PBS and NPR. The Health Secretary wants the CDC to look at new treatments for measles. Homeless people in Oregon are being evicted from a forest where they’ve camped for years. And, a singer of iconic 90s anthems has died in a house fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 7min

Trump's new nomination, toothpaste marketing probe, Musk’s Buddha reference & more

We start with the first major staff shakeup since President Donald Trump took office. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing new backlash from hostage families. We’ll tell you why a struggling retailer fired its brand new CEO. Two major toothpaste companies are being pulled into the fluoride wars. Plus, Elon Musk drew an interesting comparison in a rare interview with news outlets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 7min

Migrant deportations ruling, Waltz’s new role, manufacturing production shrinks & more

A judge in Texas delivered a significant blow to the Trump Administration’s deportation plans. President Donald Trump announced national security adviser Mike Waltz’s new role. A new survey underscores the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs are having on US manufacturing. A proposed law could change how users engage with app stores. Plus, the incident that temporarily stopped an MLB game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 7min

Waltz’s future uncertain, gender dysphoria report, grueling swim & more

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is expected to leave his post in the coming days. The Department of Health and Human Services released a review on gender dysphoria treatment in children. Experts warn that President Donald Trump’s migrant policy could chip away at Social Security’s finances. A group of high school athletes have turned themselves in over an extreme hazing incident. Plus, we’ll tell you why one American teenager braved thousands of jellyfish stings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 7min

Supply shortage countdown, Africa deportation plan, May Day protests & more

The last cargo ships to avoid tariffs are arriving in the US from China. The Trump administration is talking to Libya and Rwanda about sending them US migrants who’ve committed crimes. Anti-Trump protests are planned across the country. We’re learning more details about the minerals deal between the US and Ukraine. Plus, some new rules for vaccine approvals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 7min

Possible trade deals, Gaza desperation, extra Harvard funding cuts & more

Possible trade deals, Gaza desperation, extra Harvard funding cuts & morePresident Donald Trump says potential trade deals are in the works with three Asian nations. We’ll tell you the result of a bipartisan attempt in the Senate to block Trump’s tariffs. People in Gaza have stormed UN facilities hoping to find food and supplies. The White House says more funding cuts could be coming for Harvard University. Plus, there are reports Tesla’s board took steps to replace Elon Musk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 30, 2025 • 7min

Mineral deal signed, Gaza nears famine, Falcons fined & more

The US and Ukraine have signed a deal that’s been in the works since President Donald Trump took office. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid is pushing Gaza closer to famine. UPS plans to cut its workforce by 4%. A watchdog group says kids under 18 shouldn’t use AI companion apps. Plus, the NFL has handed out penalties after a prank call on Shedeur Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 30, 2025 • 7min

Trump’s cabinet meeting, Columbia student freed, FBI agents reassigned & more

President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting shortly after a report on the struggling US economy came out. China’s factory activity has shrunk at its fastest pace in 16 months as US tariffs hit. A federal judge has ordered the release of a Palestinian Columbia University student. The FBI reassigned several agents over a photo from a protest in 2020. Plus, religion and education are clashing at the Supreme Court today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 30, 2025 • 6min

Economy report card, US-Ukraine minerals deal, dog besties & more

We break down two reports that show how President Donald Trump’s policies are impacting the economy. New tariffs are set to kick in this week. A natural resources agreement between the US and Ukraine could be signed by tomorrow. We have a reminder for anyone planning on taking a domestic flight without a passport anytime soon. Plus, two pets in Idaho had a record-breaking playdate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 30, 2025 • 6min

US economy reversal, world arms itself, Vietnam War anniversary & more

The latest GDP figures show the US economy reversed in the last quarter. A new poll shows many Americans don’t support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Storms have caused a death and major power outages in parts of the US. The world is arming itself faster than we’ve seen in decades. Plus, it’s been 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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