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Trump-Putin meet today, DC’s ‘emergency police commissioner,’ Roblox sued & more Aug 15, 2025

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We’ll tell you what to expect ahead of today’s meeting between President Donald Trump and Russia’s president. Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing backlash after appointing an “emergency police commissioner” in DC. Wildfires in Colorado have prompted the state’s governor to declare a disaster emergency. Flash flooding in India-Administered Kashmir has killed dozens of people and hundreds are missing. And, why a popular online game is being sued.

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Mississippi social media law, TX Dems return, new blood pressure guidelines & more Aug 14, 2025

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SCOTUS has allowed Mississippi to enforce a law that impacts how minors use social media. We tell you why there are a mix of high hopes and skepticism around President Donald Trump’s summit tomorrow. Texas Democrats signal they’re ready to work with state Republicans again. President Trump’s crackdown on DC’s homeless population has begun. Plus, get ready for a bit more aggressive approach to high blood pressure.

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Potential peace plans, Melania’s legal action, FL's ‘Deportation Depot’ & more Aug 14, 2025

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We start with what a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could look like. Melania Trump is pursuinglegal action against Hunter Biden. Florida is getting a second immigration deportation center. We tell you why some Los Angeles students and teachers are worried about Trump's immigration crackdowns. And, Alex Jones’ right wing conspiracy platform is going on sale.

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Wholesale inflation up, West Bank settlement plan, ‘Baby Shark’ court battle & more Aug 14, 2025

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First, we break down what rising wholesale inflation means for the US economy. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a joint media conference after tomorrow’s summit in Alaska. Israel is set to approve a controversial settlement plan in the occupied West Bank. More rural emergency rooms in the US may be run without doctors. Plus, a court case over a kids’ song has gone all the way to South Korea’s top court.

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FBI in DC, Gaza aid outrage, South Park record & more Aug 14, 2025

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FBI agents are being taken off their usual roles to help patrol the streets of Washington, DC. Humanitarian groups are uniting to demand Israel stop its “weaponization of aid.” We have an update on the man facing trial after allegedly faking his own death and fleeing to the UK. Prosecutors have cleared a Florida deputy, following a viral video of him arresting a black student. Plus, a member of Trump’s cabinet has helped South Park break its own ratings record.

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DC takeover extension, Trump’s Putin warning, Vance fishing penalty & more Aug 14, 2025

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President Donald Trump wants to extend the federalization of DC’s police force, as federal law enforcement’s presence enters day four. Trump has a warning for Russia’s president if tomorrow’s meeting between the two doesn’t go well. Israel’s government says they’re in talks with countries about receiving displaced Palestinians from Gaza. A state judge has ruled on whether absent Texas Democrats can be arrested and brought back to the state. Plus, we’ll tell you why Britain’s foreign minister could be in hot water over a fishing trip with Vice President JD Vance.

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DC takeover expands, Air Canada strike looms, tropical birds in danger & more Aug 13, 2025

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President Donald Trump’s takeover of the city’s law enforcement continues to take shape. Trump gives a warning to Russia before his one-on-one meeting with Putin on Friday. Air Canada plans to shut down its operations until a deal is reached with its flight attendants. An Olympic sprinter apologizes to her boyfriend on social media after a domestic violence arrest. Plus, some of the most colorful birds are threatened under climate change.

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Ukraine meets with world leaders, Zelle gets sued, UK’s Labubu warning & more Aug 13, 2025

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President Trump and European Leaders met with Ukraine ahead of a Trump – Putin meeting in Alaska. A federal judge could shut down construction at “Alligator Alcatraz.” Zelle is getting sued for enabling widespread fraud. President Trump announces Kennedy Center honorees. Meanwhile, the UK official announce a warning against fake Labubus.

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Virtual war summit, new grocery delivery service, WH cage fight & more Aug 13, 2025

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We’ll tell you what happened at President Donald Trump’s virtually met with Ukraine’s president and European leaders. Israel is reportedly proposing moving Palestinians in Gaza to another war-torn country. Amazon is entering the fresh food market. We’ll tell you why already paid for and working NASA satellites are facing destruction. Plus, plans are underway for cage fighting at the White House.

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DC mayor's approach, Smithsonian review, 'maternal' AI & more Aug 13, 2025

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Washington DC’s mayor has had conflicting responses to the federal deployment of National Guard troops. The US State Department has responded to the killing of Palestinian journalists. The White House wants a review of Smithsonian museums. Parts of Texas and Tennessee are facing flood risks. Plus, we’ll tell you how the “godfather of AI” wants to save humanity from the technology.

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