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Trump on Iran’s New Leader, Oil Prices Fall, Anthropic Sues and more Mar 09, 2026

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We’ll tell you what President Donald Trump had to say about the successor chosen to replace Iran’s late supreme leader. We explain where oil prices stand after a wild market swing. Some players on the Iranian women’s soccer team are seeking asylum. We have developments on two major lawsuits with the Trump administration. Plus, the incident that prompted police outside Rihanna’s home.

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‘Biggest Oil Disruption in History,’ IEDs in NYC, Major Flight Delays and more Mar 09, 2026

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As global oil and gas prices spike during the war with Iran, G7 leaders are working on a short term fix. Iran has picked a new leader, though its unclear how it will shape the conflict. Another missile was intercepted on its way to Turkey, as European countries weigh deeper involvement. The NYPD says the improvised explosive devices used at dueling protests outside the mayor’s home are being investigated as ISIS-inspired terrorism. Plus, travelers across the US are facing hour-long delays as the partial government shutdown drags on.

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Iran’s New Supreme Leader, Seventh U.S. Service Member Killed, Wendy's Offering $100K for Chief Tasting Officer and more Mar 09, 2026

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Iran selects a new Supreme Leader. Oil prices skyrocket as war with Iran intensifies. Two men have been arrested in connection with explosive thrown at NYC Mayor’s house. Long airport security lines as TSA employees work without pay. Plus, You can make $100k as Wendy’s Chief Tasting Officer.

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One Thing: The Pentagon vs. AI Power Players: Did Anyone Win? Mar 08, 2026

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Anger directed at OpenAI is spreading after it struck a deal with the Pentagon to use its AI models in classified systems, just hours after its rival, Anthropic, refused. OpenAI said it had shared Anthropic’s concerns about mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, so why did they sign? And what does this mean for other companies looking to do business with the Trump administration?

For more: Some OpenAI staff are fuming about its Pentagon deal

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Guests: Hadas Gold, CNN AI Correspondent & Dean Ball, Senior Fellow at The Foundation for American Innovation

Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Photo: Photo: WH Pool

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5 Good Things: A Foster Kid Came for Surgery. He Left With a Family Mar 07, 2026

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He’s a software engineer by day – but in his free time, he cleans up trash in the San Francisco Bay area. A heartbreaking moment in a hospital room led to a ripple effect of kindness for six siblings in foster care. This app helps foster kids understand their rights. Mother-daughter divers made a surprising discovery in the Great Barrier Reef. A 77-year-old man with a motorcycle says now is the best time to chase a world record.

Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco

Producer: Eryn Mathewson

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin

Editorial Support: Randi Kaye, Tamara Hardingham-Gill

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Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Surging Oil Prices, Former College Coach in Court and more Mar 06, 2026

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Former presidents honored a late civil rights icon in a final public tribute. We’ll tell you where the US and Israel’s war with Iran stands and what we’re learning about Russia and China reportedly getting involved. We take a look at how tensions in the Middle East are adding to market anxiety. Plus, a huge twist in the criminal case against a former University of Michigan football coach.

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Shaky Jobs Report, Trump on Iran’s Future, Savannah Guthrie’s Return and more Mar 06, 2026

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Hiring slowed more than economists expected in the latest jobs report — we tell you why. The US Energy Secretary says they are working to ease the pain of rising gas prices brought on by the war with Iran. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump told CNN's Dana Bash what kind of leader he hopes Iran ends up with. Residents in Tehran describe what they’re seeing on the ground. And NBC shares an update on the 'Today' show co-host's return since her mother went missing.

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New Intense Bombardment of Tehran, Mullin Picked to Replace Noem at DHS, World Cheese Champs and more Mar 06, 2026

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Smoke rising in Tehran amid a new Israeli bombardment. Trump fired Kristi Noem and nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead DHS. Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales drops out of a runoff after admitting that he had an affair. The final vote to approve the new White House ballroom has been delayed until April. Plus, The Netherlands won the World Championship Cheese contest.

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Noem Ousted, Stocks Sink, Britney Spears Arrested and more Mar 05, 2026

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We start with a major shakeup in the Trump administration. Investors' fears are growing over a prolonged war with Iran. GOP leaders are calling for an embattled lawmaker to drop his reelection bid. We’ll tell you how a manhunt for a triple homicide suspect came to an end. Plus, a pop star’s new legal woes.

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CNN Inside Iran, US Evacuation Flights, Rising Gas Prices and more Mar 05, 2026

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CNN is the first US network to cross into Iran since the war began – we'll take you there. Meanwhile, Americans are being evacuated from the region as the conflict continues to spread. And, gas prices and home energy bills are heading in the wrong direction – but the White House says they have plans for both.

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