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Trump's Iran Warning, Artemis II Record, Michigan Wins and more Apr 07, 2026

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President Trump warns Iran could be “taken out in one night.” Artemis II sets distance record. Voters in Georgia head to the polls today, to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene’s vacated House seat. Michigan beats UConn for their first men’s national title since 1989. Plus, a 6-year-old raises funds for kids with cancer.

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Trump's Deadline Looms, Historic Moon Flyby, Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Replacement and more Apr 06, 2026

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President Donald Trump issued new threats on Iran as he doubled down on a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. NASA’s moon mission achieved a major milestone as a lunar flyback is underway. We’ll explain why states are extending the immunization window for RSV. Extreme drought conditions in one state are having a unique impact on the landscape. Plus, the show taking over Stephen Colbert’s late-night time slot.

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Ceasefire Doubts, Jamie Dimon’s Warning, Kanye Backlash and more Apr 06, 2026

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A potential ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war is under review as President Trump prepares to give an update this afternoon. JP Morgan’s CEO is warning of possible economic fallout from the conflict. Trump’s pick for California governor could shake up the race. Kanye West faces sponsor backlash ahead of a festival appearance. Plus, Savannah Guthrie has officially returned to host NBC’s “Today Show.”

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U.S. Airman Rescued, Trump's Deadline, New Moon View and more Apr 06, 2026

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U.S. successfully rescues a downed Airman in Iran. President Trump sets a Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Artemis II captures unseen lunar view. UCLA wins its first NCAA Women’s Basketball championship. Plus, a North Dakota man marks 60 years on the job.

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One Thing: ‘This Lost a Lot of People’: RFK Jr.’s Broken Pesticide Promise Apr 05, 2026

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Amid a stalled Surgeon General nomination, a federal court ruling striking down vaccine overhauls (at least for now), and anger from ‘Make America Healthy Again’ activists, some are wondering whether Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has lost his grip on the movement that helped propel President Donald Trump back to the White House. We hear from one activist outraged by an executive order about weedkiller who says some voters “will not be coming back.” Plus, what’s going on with all the whole milk hype videos?

For more: How RFK Jr.’s MAHA agenda keeps hitting roadblocks

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Guests: Kelly Ryerson, ‘Glyphosate Girl’ & Sarah Owermohle, CNN Health Policy Reporter

Host/Producer: David Rind

Senior Producer: Matt Martinez

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Photo: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg/Getty Images

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5 Good Things: The 8-Year-Old Behind Artemis II’s Moon Mascot Apr 04, 2026

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She once worked at this hospital as a janitor – now she’s returning for her residency. The Artemis II mission is historic – hear how an 8-year-old became a part of it. Scientists are seeing a phenomenon for the first time in the wild, and it’s offering new clues about how species can adapt to climate change. A major study examines the role spirituality and religion play in addiction recovery. And a high school freshman made it onto the ballot in this state’s gubernatorial race.

Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco

Producer: Eryn Mathewson

Senior Producer: Matt Martinez

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Editorial Support: Amanda Swinhart, Giana Asterito

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Search for US Service Member, SCOTUS Justice’s Hospital Visit, Artemis II Pictures and more Apr 03, 2026

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The US rescued a crew member from a fighter jet shot down over Iran as search efforts are underway for a second service member. We’ll break down what’s on the White House budget wish list to Congress. We have details on a Supreme Court justice’s previously undisclosed health incident first reported by CNN. We’re getting a glimpse of the first spectacular pictures taken on NASA’s historic moon mission. Plus, the city with the highest gas prices in the world.

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US Fighter Jet Shot Down, Strong Jobs Report, AI Security Fears and more Apr 03, 2026

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Search and rescue efforts are underway after a US fighter jet was downed over Iran, while the Trump administration pushes for a major increase military spending. A labor report shows the strongest job growth numbers in years. New CNN polling numbers breaks down how voters – especially those frustrated with both parties – are feeling ahead of the midterms. Federal authorities have made arrests in a sweeping healthcare fraud case in Southern California. Plus, why some of the biggest names in AI are sounding the alarm about future models.

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Attorney General Fired, Astronauts Speak, Tiger's Arrest and more Apr 03, 2026

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President Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. Sources say that Iran still has half its missile launchers. The Artemis II crew is officially on their journey to the moon. Police in Florida have released the bodycam video of Tiger Wood’s DUI arrest. Plus, The world’s oldest tortoise has been caught up in a bizarre scam.

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Pam Bondi Fired, Trump’s Ballroom Approved, World Cup Price Hike and more Apr 02, 2026

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We start with the latest shakeup within the Trump administration. We’ll explain how much the war with Iran is driving up costs for homebuyers and Amazon sellers. An immigration judge has ruled on a man who faced deportation after an overturned murder conviction. Trump’s controversial White House ballroom project cleared a hurdle, but its future is unclear. Plus, growing backlash over World Cup ticket prices.

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