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Inflation warning, pandemic-level job cuts, new Diddy charges & more Apr 04, 2025

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We start with the Fed chair’s warning about President Donald Trump’s tariffs on inflation. The Secretary of State weighs in on Trump’s tariffs, a Ukraine peace deal and Myanmar earthquake recovery efforts. The federal government took mass layoffs to another level last month. We break down Sean “Diddy” Combs’ latest charges ahead of his trial next month. Plus, everything you need to know about the Women’s Final Four tonight.

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Stocks tumble, Social Security downsize, Russell Brand charges and more Apr 04, 2025

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We begin with the latest market reactions to President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The Social Security Administration is making big cuts to its technology team. We tell you how the job market has fared in March. Trump targets more Ivy League schools for federal funding cuts. Plus, the charges against British comedian Russell Brand.

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China’s tariff retaliation, March jobs report, remote tribe arrest & more Apr 04, 2025

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China is introducing a 34% tariff on all US imports starting April 10th. The latest jobs report for March is out. Israel has expanded its ground offensive in Gaza. TikTok is once again running out of time to find a US buyer before tomorrow’s deadline. Plus, a US tourist has been arrested for allegedly trying to contact one of the world’s most isolated tribes.

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Global recession fears, NSA director fired, measles vaccination rate & more Apr 04, 2025

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As global markets react to US tariffs, there are concerns about a worldwide recession. Parts of the US are bracing for once in a generation flooding this weekend. The Trump administration has fired the NSA director and his deputy. South Korea’s highest court has made its ruling about whether to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol. And, measles vaccination rates could be lower than we thought.

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Wall Street losses, Signal investigation, Dr. Oz's confirmation & more Apr 03, 2025

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President Donald Trump shrugged off market reaction to his tariff package. We have developments on a high-stakes court hearing over Trump’s deportation flights. A Pentagon watchdog launched an investigation on the Signal group chat drama. A historic flooding threat is ramping up in the US. Plus, another one of Trump’s Cabinet picks has been confirmed by the Senate.

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Historic global trade war, WH fires staffers, devastating storms & more Apr 03, 2025

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One of America’s biggest trading partners launched the first major response to President Donald Trump’s massive tariff announcement. The White House handed out pink slips to multiple administration officials. A tornado threat is far from over as people across the central US are left picking up the pieces. We’ll tell you where Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations stand. Plus, NYC Mayor Eric Adams is hitting the campaign trail with a notable change.

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Tariffs hit households, Rubio’s NATO meeting, FDA delays vax approval & more Apr 03, 2025

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We’ll break down the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs will have on Amercian households. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US is staying in NATO. Layoff announcements are at their highest level since the pandemic. The FDA is delaying its full approval of a Covid-19 vaccine. And, investigators share what caused the death of a former New York Yankee’s son.

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Stock markets fall, US storm deaths, transgender travel warnings & more Apr 03, 2025

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Global stock markets are taking a hit following yesterday’s US tariff announcement. Severe storms in the central US have turned deadly. Whooping cough cases are rising, with Louisiana reporting two infant deaths. Hungary is leaving the ICC, as it hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, some countries are warning transgender tourists about coming to the US.

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Trump’s tariff fallout, violent tornadoes, FEMA migrant funds & more Apr 03, 2025

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World leaders are vowing to retaliate against President Donald Trump’s widespread tariff announcement. Meanwhile, Trump’s auto tariffs come into effect today, bringing possible price hikes. Intense tornadoes and baseball-sized hail has hit the central US. FEMA funding to aid migrants may be used to detain them instead. Plus, three Americans have escaped death sentences.

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Trump signs global tariffs, deportation list, new TikTok bidder & more Apr 02, 2025

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President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on practically all imports into the US. Dangerous storms, including strong tornadoes and destructive flooding, are hitting parts of the US. A list of deportation recommendations to the US government is drawing concerns. The Taliban is making progress on the diplomatic stage. Plus, an e-commerce giant put in a last-minute bid to buy TikTok.

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