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Tomorrow’s tariffs ‘fluid’, Trump’s crypto reserve, Miami Beach vs. spring break & more Mar 03, 2025

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The US Commerce Secretary says he expects US tariffs on Canada and Mexico to begin tomorrow, but the amount isn’t set. A new CNN/SSRS poll looks at how Americans view the presidency so far. Meanwhile, Trump has given some details about a new crypto strategic reserve. Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is entering the race for NYC mayor. Plus, Miami Beach isn’t getting back together with spring break.

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Europe embraces Zelensky, Hegseth approves accomplishment email, Israel-Palestine at the Oscars & more Mar 03, 2025

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Ukraine’s President got a warm welcome at a summit in London this weekend, following Friday’s volatile White House meeting. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wants the Pentagon’s civilian employees to reply to the Trump administration’s email about their job accomplishments. Wildfires have burned through thousands of acres in the Carolinas. Israel says it will block aid going into Gaza until Hamas agrees to a ceasefire extension. Plus, a joint Palestinian and Israeli team gave a message of peace at the Oscars last night.

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One Thing: Measles was Considered Eliminated. But It’s Spreading in Texas. Mar 02, 2025

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As a measles outbreak continues to grow in West Texas, questions are mounting over the quality of federal response, as Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. downplays the outbreak’s severity. We ask a Houston doctor if he’s expecting a major livestock show to bring more measles cases to his city. Meanwhile, experts fear disrupted meetings about vaccines could threaten timelines and transparency from health officials around other key shots.

Guests: Meg Tirrell, CNN Medical Correspondent & Dr. Wesley Long, Director of Microbiology at Houston Methodist Hospital

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5 Good Things: The Guy Who Created His Dream Job Mar 01, 2025

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Doctors had to get crafty to save a three-month-old's life. A retired ocean liner is embarking on its final journey with a new mission for the record books. A dog lover left the corporate world and found his calling behind a camera. A new study pinpoints where massive sources of clean energy could exist. Plus, why a family cat is living her best ninth life.

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Zelensky ordered out of WH, Pope’s health worsens, Gene Hackman death update & more Feb 28, 2025

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We cover the fallout from around the world after President Donald Trump and the Ukrainian president's volatile news conference. There’s a troubling update on the Pope’s health. Russia and China are allegedly trying to recruit disgruntled federal workers. New details are emerging about the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife. Plus, a bad day at the office worth $81 trillion.

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Trump-Zelensky shouting match, vaccine delay concerns, so long, Skype & more Feb 28, 2025

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We start with a heated Oval Office exchange between President Donald Trump and Ukraine's president. Fired federal workers are turning to a little-known office for relief. Concerns are emerging over the timelines, access and transparency around vaccine shots. Trump's latest executive order could make history. Plus, the end of an era for nostalgic millennials.

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Earth minerals deal, measles outbreak grows, all-women space flight & more Feb 28, 2025

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Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky are meeting at the White House – we’ll break down why the US wants Ukraine’s earth minerals. There’s mixed news about the economy today. Texas health officials report more measles cases in West Texas. We'll tell you the latest on the investigation into the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife. Plus, a crew of all women is going to space.

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Zelensky wants assurances, FAA bucks trend, ‘economic blackout’ call & more Feb 28, 2025

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CNN’s Kevin Liptak talks us through what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will be hoping to get out of his trip to the White House. Another government agency is facing mass layoffs. On the flip side, the Department of Transportation wants to hire certain workers. A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is set to expire tomorrow. Plus, we’ll tell you why there are calls for people to boycott major chains today.

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Zelensky’s White House visit, some mass firings halted, Hackman death investigation & more Feb 28, 2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet President Donald Trump at the White House this morning. A judge has halted the mass firings of some federal workers. Iowa lawmakers have approved a bill to remove gender identity protections. Mexico has extradited dozens of fugitive cartel members to the US. Plus, we’ll tell you what we know so far about the investigation into Gene Hackman’s death.

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Trump & Starmer discuss peace, Israel car attack, consumer watchdog muzzled & more Feb 27, 2025

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Russia's war in Ukraine was at the center of key talks between President Donald Trump and the British PM. We have the latest on the Trump administration's actions against DEI initiatives. A car attack in Israel is being investigated as an act of terror. The US consumer watchdog has dropped cases against multiple companies accused of ripping off Americans. Plus, we have new developments on the death of "Gossip Girl" actress Michelle Trachtenberg.

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