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Protests over DOGE, consumer confidence sinks, fabrics giant shutters & more Feb 25, 2025

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We start with what's being seen as a mass protest against DOGE. American consumers are getting worried about the economy. We'll tell you about a deadly highway overpass collapse in South Korea. We have the latest developments on a high-profile death penalty case in front of the Supreme Court. Plus, a beloved store for generations of quilters and crafters is going out of business.

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US-Europe rift, Musk’s new federal contract, Gaza ceasefire & more Feb 25, 2025

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The US and Europe aren’t on the same page when it comes to how to negotiate the end of the war in Ukraine. One of Elon Musk’s companies got a new contract to help an agency he’s considering making cuts to. We’ll update you on the Pope's health. Israel wants to extend the first phase of the ceasefire deal with Hamas before it expires on Saturday. Plus, a 2024 GOP presidential candidate is running for office again.

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Musk’s second chance, podcaster’s FBI role, Denny’s egg surcharge & more Feb 25, 2025

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Elon Musk is giving federal workers another chance to email their achievements or risk being fired. Some Republican hardliners in the House are threatening to block plans to move forward with President Donald Trump’s agenda. Trump has named a podcaster as the FBI’s deputy director. We’re learning more about the case against Brian Kohberger. Plus, Denny’s is reportedly going to start charging more for eggs.

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UN vote shock, baby death arrest, Starbucks layoffs & more Feb 25, 2025

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The US voted against a UN resolution to condemn the war in Ukraine, highlighting a rift with European allies. We’ll hear from a federal worker about the chaos Elon Musk’s email caused. Pope Francis rested well overnight and is still in the hospital. A US teen has been arrested after a newborn baby was killed in Paris. Plus, Starbucks is cutting jobs and its drinks menu.

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Musk’s ultimatum, AP’s lawsuit, Roberta Flack dies & more Feb 24, 2025

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President Donald Trump and France’s president discussed a path forward for Ukraine on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion. There’s more confusion over Elon Musk’s email to federal employees as a deadline looms. We have the latest on the Associated Press’s lawsuit against Trump after being blocked from presidential events. We’ll explain why a plan to place migrants in tents at Guantanamo Bay is on hold. Plus, the music world mourns the loss of a legendary soul singer.

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Macron at the WH, judge blocks DOGE, end of an era at NBC & more Feb 24, 2025

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We'll start with a meeting between President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House. Federal unions are challenging a mass email demanding that workers justify their jobs. A federal judge has temporarily blocked DOGE from accessing some sensitive data. We have the latest on the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. Plus, the trusted face of "NBC Nightly News" for the past decade is stepping down.

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Federal workers sue, eggs from Turkey, an upside-down flag & more Feb 24, 2025

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We begin with the latest backlash to Elon Musk’s email ultimatum to millions of federal workers. Apple says it's investing $500 billion in the US amid Trump's tariff threat. The US is turning to Turkey to help solve the egg shortage crisis. The number of Palestinians arrested in the West Bank has spiked. Plus, why there's an upside-down American flag at a US National Park.

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Justifying job backlash, Israeli tanks in West Bank, SAG awards & more Feb 24, 2025

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A possible rift is forming in the Trump administration after some agency heads told staff to ignore a request to justify their jobs in writing. Israeli tanks are in the occupied West Bank for the first time in more than 20 years. A memo suggests the White House is launching a new effort to deport unaccompanied migrant children. We'll tell you why French and UK leaders are heading to the White House. Plus, who won big at last night's politically charged SAG awards.

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Musk email rift, LA immigration enforcement, Pope health update & more Feb 24, 2025

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An email sent to federal workers appears to have caused issues between Elon Musk and leaders of government agencies. Ukraine faces an uncertain future on the three-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion. Immigration officials have started enforcement operations in LA. Germany has moved to the right after a snap election. Plus, the Vatican has given an update about Pope Francis’ health.

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One Thing: ‘This Shouldn’t Be Their Reality’: Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Feb 23, 2025

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As the Trump administration works to carry out its mass deportation operation, undocumented immigrants without criminal records fear being caught up in potential raids at schools, churches, or other places in their communities. In this episode, we hear from people doing what they can to fight back.

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