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National Guard in LA, Army celebrations, French Open comeback & more Jun 09, 2025

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President Donald Trump is defending his decision to send in the National Guard as protestors clash with law enforcement in Los Angeles. China and the US are holding trade talks in London. Today marks the start of a week of celebrations for the US Army’s 250th birthday. Apple is set to announce changes to its devices, and the company needs a win. Plus, after a mighty comeback during a game that lasted five and a half hours, we'll tell you who won the French Open men’s finals.

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LA protest clashes, Israel detains Greta Thunberg, TikTok skin care worries & more Jun 09, 2025

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Dozens of protestors have been arrested in Los Angeles as the Downtown area was declared an unlawful assembly area. A US travel ban for citizens of 12 countries comes into effect today. Israel has intercepted an aid ship heading for Gaza and detained the activists onboard. There’s concern about young girls taking skin care advice from TikTok influencers. Plus, we’ll tell you the big winners from Broadway’s biggest night.

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One Thing: How Trump’s Coal Cuts are Hitting His Diehards Jun 08, 2025

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President Donald Trump wants coal to be king again – but what about the people who have risked everything to extract it? A CNN investigation has revealed how the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency have slashed protections for vulnerable coal miners.

Guest: Kyung Lah, CNN Senior Investigative Correspondent

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5 Good Things: Alaska Man vs. 700-pound Boulder Jun 07, 2025

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We tell you how a hiker in Alaska survived a 700-pound boulder falling on his back. This café in a war-torn country serves cuteness with its coffee. Clownfish are learning how to survive climate change, one centimeter at a time. The horses in this program are helping men struggling with addiction get back on their feet. Plus, how a Little Mermaid-loving toddler healed as a baby with help from under the sea

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Abrego Garcia returns, DOGE data ruling, US-China trade talks & more Jun 06, 2025

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The Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador faces federal criminal charges in the US. The Supreme Court’s ruling on DOGE data access is a win for the Trump administration. The US and China are gearing up for their next round of trade negotiations. A large chunk of California’s federal funding is on the chopping block. Plus, the new measures Israel is taking to defeat Hamas.

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Education SCOTUS appeal, Trump to sell his Tesla, WA mass shooting foiled & more Jun 06, 2025

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The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court over its plans to dismantle the Department of Education. We have the latest on President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s public feud. A government decision to keep a coal plant open may cost Midwest energy customers millions. We’ll tell you how authorities thwarted an alleged mass shooting plot in Washington state. Plus, why North Korea’s revival of a downed destroyer is surprising naval analysts.

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Trump’s cold shoulder, Israel strikes Hezbollah, miscarriage warning & more Jun 06, 2025

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President Donald Trump says he won’t be speaking to Elon Musk “for a while,” as the feud between two of the most powerful men in the world, continues. Experts warn that the Trump administration’s attack on international student enrollment could impact the economy. Israel’s military has carried out strikes against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. A West Virginia prosecutor says pregnant people who miscarry could face criminal charges. Plus, Halle Berry has a message for those criticizing her steamy Mother’s Day post.

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May jobs report, Biden’s physician subpoenaed, Tom Cruise’s world record & more Jun 06, 2025

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President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have a lot to lose as their feud turns personal. We’ll get an economic snapshot with the latest jobs report. Former President Joe Biden’s White House physician has been subpoenaed by a House committee. There are concerns that a military parade on Trump’s birthday could damage some roads. Plus, Tom Cruise has broken a world record with a “Mission: Impossible” stunt.

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Trump and Musk break up, moon landing fails, Super Bowl champ’s new home & more Jun 06, 2025

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We start with the latest on President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s very messy breakup. Russia has hit Ukraine with waves of drones and missiles after vowing retaliation. A federal judge has once again blocked an order from Trump. Things didn’t go to plan for a Japan-based company trying to get a lander on the moon. Plus, a Super Bowl winner has reportedly found his new team.

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Trump-Musk war of words, Israel strikes Beirut, moon-landing in limbo & more Jun 05, 2025

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The public breakup between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has reached new heights. Israel struck a southern suburb of Beirut. A controversial TSA watchlist is ending. Another one of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ accusers took the stand. Plus, a Japan-based space’s company’s moon mission hangs in the balance.

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