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Apr 9, 2025 • 7min

Stocks' best day, Germany’s coalition deal, anthrax poisoning & more

US stocks skyrocketed after President Donald Trump made a massive turnaround on tariffs. We have the latest on lawsuits challenging Trump’s use of a wartime power for deportation flights. We’ll tell you why Trump won’t be forced to rehire two officials ... yet. An agreement to form a new government in Germany has been reached after weeks of high-pressure talks. Plus, the threat posing more harm to an endangered species in Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 9, 2025 • 6min

Tariffs paused, more USAID cuts, the value of pets & more

President Donald Trump has authorized a 90-day pause on new tariffs on all except one US trading partner. USAID’s shakeup continues overseas. There’s more changes being made at the DC airport where a deadly mid-air collision took place. We have the latest on Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. Plus, why a pet might boost your wellbeing as much as a partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 9, 2025 • 6min

Trump says ‘be cool’, House budget vote, NASA chief nominee & more

President Donald Trump has told the US to “be cool” as the EU and China unveil their tariff responses. Trump has urged House Republicans to get behind his budget before a critical vote this week. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy has explicitly encouraged people to get the measles vaccine. Suspects are in custody after a shooting in Virginia last night. Plus, Trump’s NASA pick will have a new focus for space exploration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 9, 2025 • 7min

China hits back again, biggest tariff losers, egg prices investigated & more

China has introduced more tariffs on US imports in retaliation to President Donald Trump’s duties. We’ll tell you who economists say are the biggest losers from trade wars. America’s largest egg producer is being investigated over prices. USAID has made a funding U-turn after a dire warning. Plus, a judge says it's unconstitutional to ban the Associated Press from some reporting events.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 9, 2025 • 7min

Tariffs take effect, nightclub collapse, police shoot teenager & more

President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs are now in place. The head of the IRS says she’s stepping down after the agency agreed to help with immigration enforcement. Rescue workers are searching for survivors in the rubble after a nightclub roof collapsed in the Dominican Republic. More than $1 billion of Cornell University’s funding is being frozen. Plus, police reportedly have shot and critically wounded an autistic teenager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 7min

Stocks tumble again, Musk vs. Navarro, Vance slammed by China & more

Today’s relief rally evaporated after the White House doubled down on enormous tariffs against China. There's been a very public spat between Elon Musk and Trump adviser Peter Navarro. The National Weather Service made a change that’s affecting non-English speakers. The Trump administration took another step to undo Biden’s immigration policies. Plus, Vice President JD Vance’s “Chinese peasants” comment receives backlash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 7min

New tariffs against China, deadly roof collapse, robot recruiters & more

President Donald Trump is ramping up his tariff threat against China in an escalating trade war. The White House scored its latest Supreme Court win. Rescuers are searching for survivors after a roof collapsed at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic. We’ll tell you what Ukraine’s president is calling “a clear signal” that Russia doesn’t want to end the war. Plus, how AI is working both sides of the hiring process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 7min

Stocks bounce back, states are DOGE-ing, reducing Alzheimer’s risk & more

Stocks opened higher this morning, as the US negotiates with several countries on tariffs. The Trump administration is adding another tool to its deportation strategy. Parts of the US that are already severely flooded are bracing for more. Some states are taking a page from Elon Musk’s playbook. Plus, why experts are saying these are transformational times in Alzheimer’s prevention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 7min

Iran nuclear talks, fluoride task force, extinct animal resurrected & more

Markets have risen worldwide this morning after yesterday’s drops. President Donald Trump says the US and Iran will hold direct talks on Tehran’s nuclear program. The health secretary is questioning fluoride in drinking water. A National Park Service website has been restored after backlash. Plus, a biotech says it’s brought a prehistoric animal back from extinction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 8, 2025 • 7min

China not backing down, Trump’s immigration win, Boeing 737-Max settlement & more

China says it’ll fight until the end, as President Donald Trump threatens even higher tariffs. The Supreme Court handed Trump two immigration wins yesterday. USAID has cancelled all remaining contracts for humanitarian aid for Afghanistan and Yemen. Boeing has reached a settlement with two families who’s loved ones died in a 2019 crash. Plus, it was a nail-biting end to the NCAA men’s basketball championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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