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Latest episodes
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7 min
News Wrap: Judge extends White House access for news outlets
In our news wrap Thursday, a federal judge extended White House access for three news outlets until a final ruling on President Trump's press ban is reached, the Trump administrati…
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6 min
Botched execution reignites debate surrounding death penalty
Christa Pike, the Tennessee woman who survived a botched execution, has reportedly taken a few steps in her hospital room six days after she received two lethal injections. Justice…
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6 min
Netanyahu's handling of Oct. 7 emerges as key issue in Israeli election
Israel is barreling toward elections in less than three weeks, which could extend Benjamin Netanyahu's already-record tenure as its leader. The Trump administration has worked in n…
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5 min
Democrats are betting on pastors and ministers in the midterms
Fusing faith and politics is almost a no-brainer for many Republicans hoping to hold public office. But this election cycle, 12 pastors, seminarians and former clergy ran as Democr…
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8 min
New documentary traces Elon Musk's rise and embrace of right-wing politics
Elon Musk remains one of the more powerful and controversial figures in business, science, tech and politics. He played a central role in the early days of the second Trump adminis…
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7 min
AI startup touts new possibilities for video creators, but concerns remain
As AI continues to reshape arts and entertainment, it's also creating a new type of producers and content providers. A Silicon Valley start-up founded by a YouTube co-founder could…
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4 min
Why French students are leading massive protests across the country
Protests are continuing in France, a day after more than 250,000 people took to the streets across the country to demand education reforms. Demonstrations began in mid-September, f…
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6 min
News Wrap: Lawyer says Christa Pike 'angry and confused' following botched execution
In our news wrap Wednesday, Christa Pike's lawyers say she is "angry and confused" after regaining consciousness following her botched execution, a congressional candidate in Arizo…
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Georgia governor's debate highlights voters' top concerns
While much of the focus this midterm season is on congressional races, there are also 36 states across the country holding elections for governor. One of those is Georgia, a purple…
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7 min
Republican and Democratic strategists on closing messages and where they expect to win
Republicans hold a massive financial advantage, but it's Democrats making gains in the polls in the final month of the midterm elections cycle. To discuss each party's closing stra…
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Oct. 7 survivor channels trauma into movement for new generation of Israeli leaders
Israel is marking the third anniversary of one of its darkest days. On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists stormed Israeli communities, killing 1,200 people and kidnapping 251 more. Nic…
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French students lead massive protests against education policies
More than a quarter-million people poured into the streets across France on Tuesday, a dramatic development in a student-led movement that began at a single high school. In some ci…
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3 min
Suspected Iranian drone plot pushed U.S. to evacuate bombers from British air base
British police arrested a 22-year-old on suspicion of terrorism offenses connected to a possible plot against the RAF Fairford air base. Over the weekend, the U.S. Air Force evacua…
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7 min
News Wrap: Cornell says Sally Yates will review handling of sexual assault reports
In our news wrap Tuesday, Cornell named former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates to lead an independent review of how the school handles sexual assault reports on campus, lawyers…
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Examining the DOJ's effort to prosecute non-citizens accused of voting
Ahead of the midterm elections, the Department of Justice is leading a high-profile effort to catch and prosecute people they say illegally cast ballots, sometimes holding televise…
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6 min
Haitian student's suicide reveals human toll of immigration crackdown
Over the weekend, the family of Pierre Damas Bel laid him to rest. The 20-year-old Haitian student lost his legal immigration status in July after the Supreme Court cleared the way…
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11 min
As some Afghans escape the Taliban, other refugees are forced to return
The Taliban's return in Afghanistan has brought economic collapse and deep uncertainty, especially for young people. Afghans are still trying to flee in search of safety. At the sa…
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Brett McGurk chronicles negotiations to free Oct. 7 hostages in 'Brink'
Brett McGurk served under four presidential administrations, ultimately working as President Biden's lead on foreign policy in the Middle East. During that time, Hamas attacked Isr…
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8 min
Supreme Court hears case on holding energy companies liable for climate change
Supreme Court justices heard arguments in a major climate change case that could shape how communities hold industries accountable. Officials in Boulder, Colorado, are seeking comp…
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6 min
News Wrap: Cornell students protest handling of alleged rape
In our news wrap Monday, students at Cornell are staging protests over the university's handling of an alleged fraternity house gang rape in 2024, President Trump said a threat lin…