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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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Apr 30, 2025 • 7min
Harvard probe, extreme hazing, runaway animal & more
President Donald Trump hailed his first 100 days in office as a success at a rally in Michigan last night, despite his approval rating suggesting otherwise. Harvard University has released its task force reports on campus antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias. Pakistan is claiming India is planning to attack Islamabad. A group of high school students are being told to hand themselves in or face kidnapping charges, after an extreme hazing incident. Plus, an escaped exotic animal causes chaos on an Alabama highway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025 • 7min
Climate report at risk, Trump’s impact on kids’ healthcare, teen makes cricket history & more
A group of unions, non-profits and local governments are suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce. Trump has halted work on a major climate report. We’ll tell you about Trump's focus on chronic conditions in kids. The UN World Food Programme has run out of food in Gaza. Plus, a cricket prodigy wows the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025 • 7min
Trump vs Bezos, LA workers on strike, dangerous weather & more
After attacks from the White House, Amazon has said a plan to display added costs due to tariffs was never approved. We’ll tell you why some public and administrative services are closed in Los Angeles County. Severe thunderstorms and potentially catastrophic flooding risks are brewing in the central and eastern US. Iraqi authorities say they’ve arrested someone linked to a truck attack in New Orleans. Plus, Australians are captivated by a murder trial that starts today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025 • 7min
100-day vibe check, Spain’s lights back on, top Dem steps down & more
The White House marks the president’s 100th day in office by highlighting his economic agenda, amid deepening economic pessimism. We'll tell you how frustrated Americans are 100 days in. Police are investigating a deadly car crash at an after-school camp in Illinois. The power is back on in Spain, but questions remain. Plus, the ranking member of a key congressional panel is stepping down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025 • 7min
Trump’s voter scorecard, DOJ resignations, deepfake porn protections & more
President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally, while we break down how voters are feeling. Meanwhile, Trump has played a pivotal role in Canada’s election. A convicted cardinal has backed out of the process to elect the next Pope. A huge chunk of a Justice Department division is expected to accept a resignation offer. Plus, incoming measures to protect the victims of deepfake and revenge porn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025 • 7min
Liberals win Canada’s election, Trump’s 100th day, lost jet & more
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been linked to heart disease deaths. Plus, we'll tell you how a fighter jet was lost by the US Navy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 7min
GOP spending bill, Europe power outage, tuition-free school closes & more
House Republicans are unveiling the details of a spending bill to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda. The US and Ukraine are unsatisfied with Russia’s three-day ceasefire plan. We’ll tell you why two schools in Milwaukee were temporarily shut down today. We have updates on the unexplained power outage in parts of Europe. Plus, an ambitious experiment in education is ending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 7min
Trump on income tax, a new Iran nuclear deal, election day in Canada & more
President Donald Trump has an ambitious plan to eliminate income tax for Americans. We'll tell you about this weekend's round of nuclear talks with Iran. Harvard University had its first court hearing today in its suit over drastic federal funding cuts. It’s election day in Canada, where Trump’s rhetoric looms large. Plus, a reality TV star is expected to testify in a trial that began in Paris today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 7min
Immigration crackdown, ultraprocessed food risk, NFL prank call & more
The Trump administration has its sights set on border security, as the president marks his 100th day in office tomorrow. Ukraine is questioning Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a temporary ceasefire. We’ll tell you the latest research on ultraprocessed foods and life expectancy. The US has urged India and Pakistan to work towards a “responsible solution." Plus, a call during the NFL draft that’s making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 6min
Putin declares ceasefire, major power outages in Europe, conclave date set & more
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with World War II commemorations. A massive power outage has wiped out electricity across parts of Spain, France and Portugal. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in a nightclub raid in Colorado Springs. China has denied President Donald Trump’s claims he has spoken to Xi Jinping recently. Plus, we reveal when the conclave to choose the next Pope will begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


