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Tornado Rescues, SpaceX Goes Public, New DNI Pick and more Jun 12, 2026

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President Trump claims the war is over, but Iran hasn’t committed to a deal. At least one person has been killed as tornadoes and storms sweep the Midwest. Trump picks his new Director of National Intelligence nominee amid uproar over his interim pick. SpaceX to debut in a blockbuster IPO on the NASDAQ, today. Plus, a huge “8647” appears in the lawn on the national mall.

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Trump Cancels Strikes, New DNI Nominee, World Cup Begins and more Jun 11, 2026

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President Donald Trump is changing his tune on striking Iran as Tehran casts doubt on Trump’s optimism for a peace deal. The president has a new pick as the nation’s permanent spy chief after pushback over a temporary appointment. Huge markings on the grounds of the National Mall are under investigation. El Niño is here – what it is and how it affects your weather. Plus, the FIFA World Cup’s opening match is off to an historic start.

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Trump’s Kharg Island Threat, Flesh-Eating Screwworm Cases, Chatbots as Therapists and more Jun 11, 2026

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President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric toward Iran again – we tell you what this means for peace negotiations. The latest resignation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has raised new questions about the country’s defense spending. We recap an stunning comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The US Department of Agriculture is working to contain new cases of a species that threatens livestock. Plus, why more young people are increasingly turning to AI chatbots for emotional support.

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Amazing Sagrada Familia Light Show, US Strikes Iran, Bill Gates Testifies and more Jun 11, 2026

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Iran targets US allies after a second day of American strikes. Bill Gates testifies on Capitol Hill in Epstein probe. Tornadoes and violent winds sweep through the Midwest. Spectacular light show accompanies the Sagrada Familia blessing. Plus, the meticulous process of creating a perfect World Cup pitch.

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Trump Warns Tehran, Bill Gates Hearing, Women Pastors Ban and more Jun 10, 2026

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We start with President Donald Trump’s latest threat against Iran as strikes from both sides test peace deal. Congressional investigators zero in on Bill Gates’ relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. We have an update on a months-long fight over ICE and border patrol funding. Federal agents are searching the site of a chemical tank crisis. Plus, a controversial vote on churches with women pastors.

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Inflation Hike, Anti-Immigration Violence in North Ireland, Pope Leo's Bad Bunny Moment and more Jun 10, 2026

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US inflation has reached its highest level in years – we’ll tell you how it got there. Bill Gates is testifying about his relationship with the late, disgraced financier, Jeffrey Epstein. Anti-immigration violence is spreading through Northern Ireland after a knife attack. The Trump administration is pushing back against efforts to block a UFC fight on White House grounds. Plus, Pope Leo XIV has some thoughts on sharing the spotlight with Bad Bunny in Spain.

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Platner Advances, US Strikes Iran, New Sunscreen and more Jun 10, 2026

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Graham Platner wins the Maine Democratic Senate primary. Iran and the US trade strikes after the downing of an Army helicopter. A teen has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the fatal stabbing at a track meet in Texas. A safer, more effective sunscreen ingredient has been approved in the US. Plus, a maid of honor goes viral for a wedding dinner auction.

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US Helicopter Downed, Track Meet Stabbing Verdict, Artemis III Mission and more Jun 09, 2026

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We start with President Donald Trump’s vow to respond to an Iranian attack off the coast of Oman. We’ll tell you what a jury decided in a Texas teen’s murder trial. There’s new data on Social Security’s shaky finances and what it could mean for future benefits. The FDA made a move to improve sunscreen options in the US. Plus, NASA’s plans to journey back to the moon.

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The Maine Event, Vance Calls for Fraud Probe, Sam Bankman-Fried’s Appeal and more Jun 09, 2026

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CNN talks to voters about the scandals facing Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner’s campaign. Israel launched new airstrikes on southern Lebanon today, further straining an already fragile ceasefire. Vice President JD Vance has called for a DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison over the state’s fraud scandal. International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Plus, a disgraced cryptocurrency leader is asking President Trump for a pardon.

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Trump Booed at Knicks Game, LA Mayor's Race Set, Apple's New AI and more Jun 09, 2026

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CNN projects Nithya Raman will face incumbent, Karen Bass, in the LA mayor's race as four more states vote in primaries today. President Trump promises that a deal with Iran is close, again. The San Antonio Spurs hold off the New York Knicks in game 3 of the NBA finals. Apple lays out its AI plans, introducing a new version of Siri. Plus, squirrels have taken over a city park in Santa Monica.

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