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Shutdown stalemate, NC congressional map, White House demolition & more Oct 21, 2025

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The government shutdown has just hit the three-week point and both sides are continuing to dig in their heels. North Carolina’s Republican senators have just approved a new congressional map. A former French president is starting his prison sentence today. Florida’s attorney general has issued subpoenas to Roblox. Plus, why excavators are tearing down part of the White House.

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National Guard ruling, Trump-Putin meeting uncertainty, NFL player death & more Oct 21, 2025

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An appeals court has decided whether to allow the Trump Administration to deploy the National Guard in Portland. President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin could be put on ice. We tell you why the nomination of a controversial Trump pick is dead on arrival. Japan has just made political history. Plus, a former NFL player has died after a reported struggle with police.

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AWS outage recovery, Trump threatens Hamas, kiwis as medicine & more Oct 20, 2025

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We begin with Amazon Web Services, which says it’s narrowing down the cause of today's massive outage. The government shutdown hits day 20 as Australia inks a lucrative deal with the White House. President Donald Trump has threatened to eradicate Hamas if certain conditions aren't met. The masterminds behind the Louvre heist remain at large, while the museum stays closed. Plus, scientists say one sweet fruit might actually relieve this chronic condition.

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Amazon outage ‘mitigated,’ US-Colombia feud escalates, peanut allergy prevention & more Oct 20, 2025

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Millions of people around the world were impacted by a major internet outage today, but an expert says it could have been much worse. Senators are returning to Capitol Hill today, with no compromise in sight to end the shutdown. President Donald Trump says tariffs are coming for Colombia. The FBI is investigating a “suspicious” hunting stand near Florida’s Air Force One landing zone. Plus, some good news on preventing peanut allergies.

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Online outage, Gaza ceasefire test, ‘No Kings’ protests & more Oct 20, 2025

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A huge global outage is impacting online services such as Amazon, Fortnite and Snapchat. The US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza seems to be holding, after a major test over the weekend. President Donald Trump has responded to the latest wave of “No Kings” protests with an AI meme. The ongoing government shutdown means the federal agency overseeing the US’ nuclear stockpile will furlough the vast majority of its staff from today. Plus, a manhunt is underway after a jewelry heist at the Louvre in Paris.

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One Thing: Cartels, The CIA, and Trump’s True Intentions in Venezuela Oct 19, 2025

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President Donald Trump publicly admitted he has authorized he authorized the CIA to operate inside Venezuela to crack down on flows of illegal drugs and migrants to the US. It comes as Trump continues to authorize deadly strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean. But is this really about drugs – or regime change?

Guests: Natasha Bertrand, CNN Correspondent & Steven Dudley, co-director, InSight Crime

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Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

Editorial Support: Dan Bloom

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5 Good Things: Hundreds of Spooky Displays for a Sweet Cause Oct 18, 2025

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What started as ⁠a dad’s epic Halloween display⁠ turned into ⁠a nationwide movement⁠ that raised spirits – and nearly $1 million – for ⁠kids with cancer.⁠ Meet the fish with mysterious markings that have anglers and scientists hooked. This cheese expert from Philadelphia made history at the Cheese Olympics. High school students in New York City got to ⁠play chef ⁠for the country’s largest school district. Plus, Italy's oldest barista on how she's brewed up joy for generations.

Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco

Producer: Eryn Mathewson

Showrunner: Faiz Jamil

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin

Editorial Support: Maya Blackstone

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Trump meets with Zelensky, Prince Andrew’s royal titles, weekend forecast & more Oct 17, 2025

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President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart talked weapons capabilities at the White House today. Trump is taking his fight over National Guard deployments to the Supreme Court. Another strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat is raising legal questions. A shocking announcement from a member of the British royal family over Jeffrey Epstein allegations. Plus, we’ll tell you where a severe weather threat is growing in the US.

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Bolton’s plea, fear grips Wall Street, ‘No Kings’ protests & more Oct 17, 2025

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Former National Security Advisor John Bolton appeared in court today, after being indicted on federal charges. Stock markets seesawed this morning as volatility returns to Wall Street. A flurry of developments in Chicago cements the city as the epicenter of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. A second round of “No Kings” protests are set for tomorrow. Plus, the White House plans to highly discount these popular drugs.

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Bolton indicted, Trump-Zelensky meeting, glam rock legend dies & more Oct 17, 2025

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President Donald Trump’s former national security advisor John Bolton has been indicted. Ukraine’s president is set to meet Trump today, as the US president agrees to meet with Russia’s leader later on. Tensions continue to mount over the delayed release of deceased Israeli hostages by Hamas. We bring you highlights from the first general election debate in the NYC mayoral race. Plus, a founding member of the band “Kiss” has died.

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