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5 Good Things: A Second Grade Conclave Elected a Kid Pope May 10, 2025

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The world met the first American pope this week, but a second-grade conclave in Georgia stole hearts first. Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – CNN National Correspondent Erica Hill shares how engineers plan to keep it that way. An abandoned Shih Tzu became the star of a senior center in Texas. Meet the 2025 National Teacher of the Year. Plus, in honor of Mother’s Day, we collected some of your favorite “mom advice.”

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Conclave Watch: The Book That 'Pope Pilled’ The Internet May 09, 2025

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Interest in the 2024 Oscar-winning film “Conclave” skyrocketed as Cardinals gathered in Rome this week and elected Pope Leo XIV. We talk with the author of the book that inspired the movie, who shares why he thinks the story has resonated with Catholics and non-Catholics alike.

Guest: “Conclave” author Robert Harris

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US-China weekend talks, Trump appoints Fox News host, new at-home screening device & more May 09, 2025

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US and Chinese officials are meeting in person for the first time since their tit-for-tat trade war began. Blackouts have been reported in several cities in India amid escalating clashes with Pakistan. We have new developments on the high-profile arrest of a Tufts University student from Turkey. President Donald Trump made a notable change for one position after pushback from Republicans. Plus, the first cervical screening device that can be used at home.

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Latest Newark airport outage, Trump’s foreign trip, ‘Diddy’s’ trial & more May 09, 2025

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We start with the latest troubling technical problem that impacted Newark airport today. A Russian politician is pouring cold water on President Donald Trump’s ceasefire demand. Some Trump administration officials have privately turned to a familiar face for the President’s upcoming Middle East trip. Milwaukee is taking steps to address a lead crisis. And, the prosecution’s star witness could take the stand soon in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial.

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Trump’s tariff concession, David Souter dies, transgender troops exit deadline & more May 09, 2025

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President Donald Trump says he wants tariffs on Chinese goods to drop to 80%. Pope Leo XIV warns about “practical atheism.” Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter has died. US troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria have just months to resign. Plus, we’ll tell you how a man who was killed in a shooting has given a statement in court.

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Leo XIV takes the helm, tariffs impact shopping, sea levels rising faster & more May 09, 2025

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First, we breakdown who the new pope is and what he could bring to the role. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are about to impact how Americans shop. An FAA report downplayed the risks of a data outage affecting Newark air traffic controllers. We’ll tell you what faster rising global sea levels means for coastal towns and cities. And, the founder of a cryptocurrency lending platform has received a lengthy jail sentence.

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Pope Leo XIV’s first mass, China exports grow, Lively to take stand & more May 09, 2025

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The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has taken part in his first mass as the head of the Catholic Church. US Vice President JD Vance says the India-Pakistan conflict is “none of our business.” Chinese exports to the US have dropped dramatically, but they’re up overall. Russia’s Victory Day celebrations are bigger this year. Plus, Blake Lively’s lawyers say she intends to take the stand in her civil case with co-star Justin Baldoni.

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Pope Leo XIV reaction, new FAA system, Bill Gates pledges fortune & more May 08, 2025

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There’s an outpouring of support over the historic election of the first pontiff from the US. The Federal Aviation Administration has unveiled plans to modernize its aging air traffic control systems. Another shakeup is taking place within the Trump administration. The measles outbreak has reached a worrying milestone. Plus, billionaire Bill Gates has a new plan for his assets.

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Conclave Watch: An American Pope May 08, 2025

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We have a pope – and he’s an American! Cardinal Robert Prevost has been selected as the next pope, the first American pontiff in history. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV. We break down the significance of this unprecedented moment and what challenges the Catholic Church's new leader will face as he takes over.

Guest: Christopher Lamb, CNN Vatican Correspondent

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First American Pope, new trade agreement, India-Pakistan escalation & more May 08, 2025

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The first pope from the United States is making history. More details have emerged on the trade deal between the US and United Kingdom. Tensions continue to escalate between India and Pakistan. A bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico cleared a hurdle in Congress. Plus, an underwater volcano is on the brink of eruption.

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