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Trump’s Saudi deals, Biden's physical decline, Kim Kardashian testifies & more May 13, 2025

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Inflation cooled unexpectedly last month, and US tariff revenue surged. President Donald Trump has signed several new agreements with Saudi Arabia. A report says one in five people are facing starvation in Gaza. A new book sheds some light on former President Joe Biden’s health and physical abilities during his last months in office. Plus, Kim Kardashian took the stand in the Paris robbery trial.

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Inflation shock, Newark safety concerns, Menendez brothers’ resentencing & more May 13, 2025

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The latest inflation figures for April are not what economists expected. President Donald Trump is looking for US investment as part of his trip to Saudi Arabia. There are concerns about how safe it is to fly at Newark Liberty International Airport, despite reassurances. A former president has won a mayoral election even though he’s being detained in another country. Plus, the Menendez brothers have a shot at freedom.

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Trump in Saudi Arabia, Xi’s warning, film star sentenced & more May 13, 2025

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President Donald Trump has received a royal welcome in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, a possible gift from Qatar has some of Trump’s biggest supporters concerned. China’s leader Xi Jinping had some stern words for the US, despite the trade war thawing. The UN is calling for de-escalation as fighting breaks out in a North African country. Plus, a French film star has been found guilty of sexual assault.

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Bad Boy? Opening Arguments in the Diddy Trial May 13, 2025

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The federal racketeering and prostitution trial against rap star and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs got underway in New York on Monday. In our new series Trial By Jury, we bring you an inside look into the explosive opening arguments and the shock waves the trial is sending through the music world. CNN’s Laura Coates sits down with music journalist and culture critic Touré to dig into how this trial is reshaping Diddy’s legacy.

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Recession fears dampen, ‘Diddy’ trial witnesses, refugee status controversy & more May 12, 2025

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A trade breakthrough with China may help the US avoid a self-inflicted recession. We have details on the first two witnesses to testify on the first day of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial. A blame game is happening over the failures at Newark airport. Federal officials are warning about a listeria outbreak. Plus, we’ll explain the criticism surrounding a group of new arrivals in the US.

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Trade war breakthrough, Israeli-American hostage released, ‘Diddy’ trial begins & more May 12, 2025

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We start with the latest on the US stunning agreement with China to de-escalate their trade war. The last-known living American hostage in Gaza is finally free. President Donald Trump is defending a luxury gift from a royal family. We’re following new developments on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ criminal trial. Plus, Pope Leo’s message during his first address to reporters at the Vatican.

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US stocks surge, more Newark delays, Kentucky Derby winner fined & more May 12, 2025

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The stock market has had a positive reaction to the US and China's tariff rollback. The Supreme Court will hear a case over birthright citizenship this week. House Republicans have unveiled their plans for Medicaid, and it appears to be a compromise. More technical issues have caused problems at Newark Airport. Plus, we’ll tell you why the jockey who won this year’s Kentucky Derby has been fined and suspended.

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Trade war thawing, Trump’s big trip, Diddy opening statements & more May 12, 2025

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There’s hope the trade war is thawing between the US and China as a tariff roll-back has been announced. President Donald Trump is heading to the Middle East. Trump says he’ll cut the price of medicines, but he could face some opposition. US oil production is predicted to drop next year. Plus, opening statements are expected today in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial.

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Drastic tariff roll back, American hostage release, luxury jet controversy & more May 12, 2025

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The US and China have agreed to dramatically roll back tariffs. Hamas says it will release the last known living American hostage in Gaza. Ukraine’s president says he’s prepared to meet with Russia’s leader this week for peace talks. We’ll bring you the latest from the ceasefire in India and Pakistan. Plus, Air Force One could be getting a controversial glow up.

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One Thing: Air Traffic, Out of Control? May 11, 2025

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The Department of Transportation announced it will build a “brand new air traffic control system” by 2029. It follows more than a week of massive delays and cancellations at Newark Liberty International Airport sparked by a frightening communications blackout. We look at the plan for the new system and hear from a former air traffic controller who says government funding is at the heart of the problem.

Guest: Michael McCormick, Air Traffic Management Program Coordinator at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University & Alexandra Skores, CNN Transportation Reporter

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