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Liberals win Canada’s election, Trump’s 100th day, lost jet & more Apr 29, 2025

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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been linked to heart disease deaths. Plus, we'll tell you how a fighter jet was lost by the US Navy.

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GOP spending bill, Europe power outage, tuition-free school closes & more Apr 28, 2025

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House Republicans are unveiling the details of a spending bill to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda. The US and Ukraine are unsatisfied with Russia’s three-day ceasefire plan. We’ll tell you why two schools in Milwaukee were temporarily shut down today. We have updates on the unexplained power outage in parts of Europe. Plus, an ambitious experiment in education is ending.

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Trump on income tax, a new Iran nuclear deal, election day in Canada & more Apr 28, 2025

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President Donald Trump has an ambitious plan to eliminate income tax for Americans. We'll tell you about this weekend's round of nuclear talks with Iran. Harvard University had its first court hearing today in its suit over drastic federal funding cuts. It’s election day in Canada, where Trump’s rhetoric looms large. Plus, a reality TV star is expected to testify in a trial that began in Paris today.

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Immigration crackdown, ultraprocessed food risk, NFL prank call & more Apr 28, 2025

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The Trump administration has its sights set on border security, as the president marks his 100th day in office tomorrow. Ukraine is questioning Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a temporary ceasefire. We’ll tell you the latest research on ultraprocessed foods and life expectancy. The US has urged India and Pakistan to work towards a “responsible solution." Plus, a call during the NFL draft that’s making headlines for all the wrong reasons.

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Putin declares ceasefire, major power outages in Europe, conclave date set & more Apr 28, 2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with World War II commemorations. A massive power outage has wiped out electricity across parts of Spain, France and Portugal. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in a nightclub raid in Colorado Springs. China has denied President Donald Trump’s claims he has spoken to Xi Jinping recently. Plus, we reveal when the conclave to choose the next Pope will begin.

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Trump’s approval rating sours, Vancouver car attack, severe weather & more Apr 28, 2025

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As President Donald Trump approaches 100 days in office, his approval rating is at a record-breaking low. US airstrikes have allegedly hit a prison holding African migrants in Yemen. A suspect has been charged after a deadly car ramming attack in Vancouver. Top Democrats held a sit-in yesterday to protest Trump’s agenda. Plus, which regions will be hit by today’s severe weather forecast.

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One Thing: Is Horse Racing on Its Last Legs? Apr 27, 2025

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Ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby, horse racing critics are asking familiar questions about animal safety and care in an industry fueled by gambling. We examine how high-profile horse deaths and an FBI investigation into doping allegations have pushed the sport towards reforms.

Guest: Katie Bo Lillis, CNN Senior Reporter & Author, “Death of a Racehorse: An American Story”

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5 Good Things: Why Saying No Brings Eva Longoria Joy Apr 26, 2025

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The host of CNN’s "Searching for Spain" shares why Americans should try to live life like the Spaniards do. A rare record collector reunites a woman with a Voice-o-Graph she recorded 70 years ago. How this record-setting rodent is saving lives with his sense of smell. From deception to acceptance, a female magician's decades-long journey into the world's most prestigious magic club. Plus, scientists may have found the first signs of life on a planet outside our solar system.

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Luigi Mangione's plea, Pope funeral prep, Sean "Diddy" Combs trial & more Apr 25, 2025

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President Donald Trump has said another tariff pause will be “unlikely.” Luigi Mangione entered his plea in a New York court today. Cardinals have undergone the final preparations for Pope Francis’ funeral tomorrow. A third round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran are set for this weekend. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs lost a bid to keep this video from being played in court.

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WI judge arrested, consumer sentiment plunged, George Santos sentenced & more Apr 25, 2025

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We begin with the state of play after talks between the Trump administration’s chief negotiator Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The FBI has arrested a Wisconsin judge for obstructing ICE from arresting a migrant. An analysis this month shows consumers are unsettled by tariff uncertainty. We’ll reveal the sentencing for former Representative George Santos. Plus, which actor is making headlines for supporting trans rights.

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