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Jobs report blame, flight compensation changes, CVS sued & more Sep 05, 2025

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The latest snapshot of the economy has President Donald Trump pointing the finger. Some airlines are thrilled about this compensation requirement for passengers going away. The Trump administration may be trying to clear New York’s mayoral field against a Democratic frontrunner. Thailand’s leadership changes hands as the country’s political crisis continues. And, the coverage changes at the center of a lawsuit against CVS.

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Labor market sliding, Department of War, Musk the trillionaire? & more Sep 05, 2025

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The second longest-ever period of job growth on record is toast – we'll explain why.Hundreds are detained after a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. Russian President Vladimir Putin says Western troops would be ‘legitimate targets’ if they are in Ukraine. President Trump wants to change the name of Department of Defense. And Tesla is proposing a pay package that would make Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire...but it might be a long way off.

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August jobs report, Hamas hostage video, mother-in-law contract killing & more Sep 05, 2025

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We have the numbers from the much-anticipated August jobs report. Hamas has released a hostage video aimed at swaying Israel’s public opinion over the assault in Gaza City. After Robert F Kennedy Jr’s chaotic hearing yesterday, Democrats are seeking to interview the CDC director he fired. We explain why the Trump administration is suing Boston’s mayor. Plus, the verdict in the murder case of a woman accused of killing her son-in-law.

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RFK Jr. hearing, Trump pressures Europe, ‘Department of War’ & more Sep 05, 2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s performance at a heated congressional hearing yesterday has drawn mixed reactions from Republicans. President Donald Trump has put the onus on Europe to help end the war in Ukraine. Texas lawmakers have approved a law which could have damaging implications for abortion rights. Trump is set to change the name of the Defense Department. Plus, an American made the US Open final for the first time.

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Labor market sliding, Department of War, Musk the trillionaire? & more Sep 05, 2025

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Heated RFK Jr. hearing, DOJ weighs gun ban, university president resigns & more Sep 04, 2025

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Tense exchanges erupted during a contentious Senate hearing with the Health and Human Services secretary. The Trump administration’s fight against the rights of transgender Americans took another turn. We have the latest in a string of administrative departures at some US colleges. Rescue teams are struggling to reach Afghanistan earthquake victims. Plus, new developments on the push to end the war in Ukraine.

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DC sues Trump admin, Xi meets Kim, sugar substitute woes & more Sep 04, 2025

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The nation’s capital is taking legal actions against President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops. We’ll tell you why your health insurance could cost more next year. Two world leaders have had their first formal sit-down in six years. Four former Milwaukee hotel workers charged in a dogpile death learn their fate. Plus, what researchers discovered about the impact of artificial sweeteners on your brain.

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RFK Jr. grilled, soaring electricity costs, fashion legend dies Sep 04, 2025

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Senators have tough questions for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr and Trump’s pick to fill a vacant seat on the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors. President Donald Trump pledged to cut electricity prices – but they’re going in the opposite direction. Fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91. And, we’ll tell you why the European Union is picking a fight with Big Nail Polish.

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SCOTUS tariff judgement, Eric Adams Trump role, NFL season begins & more Sep 04, 2025

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President Donald Trump is set to speak with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky today. Hamas has responded to Trump's call to release all the hostages. If Trump loses a Supreme Court appeal on his tariffs, he may owe American businesses over $200 billion. NYC mayor Eric Adams has denied reports he’s been offered a role in the Trump administration. Plus, we have a preview of the NFL's season opener.

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Harvard ruling, RFK Jr. hearing, right-wing TV lawsuit & more Sep 04, 2025

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We have the latest on Harvard University’s legal victory over the Trump administration. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set for a grilling at a Senate hearing today. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced an aggressive new policy to stop illegal drug imports. There are more details about the suspect involved in the murder of an 11-year-old boy after a doorbell prank. Plus, two right-leaning TV channels are set for a legal battle.

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