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NASA insists they aren’t stranded. But eight weeks after their original return date, astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are still on board the International Space Station. In this episode, we explain why Boeing’s Starliner – and private space travel writ large - is under the microscope as officials work towards a solution.
Guest: Kristin Fisher, CNN Space & Defense Correspondent
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Global stocks markets have suffered big losses in recent days following last week’s disappointing US jobs report, which suggests America’s economy is slowing. The selloff raises expectations that the Federal Reserve will slash interest rates next month as it works to lower inflation. In this episode, we explain how the average consumer should be thinking about this moment and why negative feelings about the economy are so baked in for some people.
Guest: Catherine Rampell, CNN Economic and Political Commentator
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As election officials around the country prepare for November’s election, a CNN investigation has found they are already being inundated with dubious complaints about inaccurate voter rolls. The group behind many of the challenges, True the Vote, has long pushed debunked voter-fraud theories. In this episode, we hear how a mobile app has empowered citizens to bring these challenges against their neighbors and look at the impact on regular voters and election administrators.
Guest: Kyung Lah, CNN Senior Investigative Correspondent
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The Middle East is on edge following the death of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh inside Iran. While Israel hasn’t commented on the strike, it came just hours after the Israeli military took credit for the assassination of a senior Hezbollah military commander in Lebanon. In this episode, we look at the impact of Haniyeh’s death on Gaza ceasefire negotiations and whether the region is about to tip into all-out war.
Guest: Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Senior Investigations Writer
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Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro was officially declared the winner of Sunday’s election, although his political opponent also claimed victory. The United States and multiple global leaders voiced skepticism about the results amid claims of election fraud and counting irregularities. In this episode, we examine what more Maduro means for the region and why so many Venezuelans are fed up with his regime.
Guest: Alejandra Oraa, CNN en Español Anchor
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A sweltering summer is continuing around the world, as the planet continues to break records for the hottest day in recorded history. In the US, medical officials and utility companies in multiple cities are struggling to keep up. In this episode, we look at why power grid resiliency is so crucial to our climate futures and how an initiative is helping to electrify parts of Navajo Nation.
Guest: Ed Lavandera, CNN Senior National Correspondent
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The 2024 Summer Olympics get underway this week in Paris, with opening ceremonies set to play out in dramatic fashion on the River Seine. A number of new modern sports are also set to make their debut during the games. In this episode, we look at the events to watch and examine what the Olympics as an institution means in 2024.
Guest: Bob Costas, CNN Contributor
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After a disastrous debate performance prompted a flurry of calls from Democrats to step aside, President Joe Biden has announced his exit from the 2024 presidential race. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to run in his place. In this episode, we’ll hear how Biden came to this stunning decision, and what's next for the Democratic Party, with just a few weeks left to coalesce around a new nominee before the convention.
Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter
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Israeli Prime Minister is scheduled to address a joint meeting of Congress this week after accepting a bipartisan invitation from Congressional leaders. His visit comes as the Palestinian death toll in Gaza climbs past 38,000 and ceasefire and hostage release talks continue to flounder. In this episode, we look at Netanyahu’s messaging and how President Joe Biden will handle the visit as he continues to hear calls from to step aside as the Democratic nominee.
Guest: Jeremy Diamond, CNN Jerusalem Correspondent
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In the days after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Americans from across the political spectrum have been grappling with questions about heated political rhetoric and political violence. Inside the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, party officials have been preaching unity and resilience as they celebrate Trump’s third straight presidential nomination. Outside, the path forward is less clear. In this episode, we hear how Christian Nationalism has become more prominent in Trump’s Republican Party and why conspiracy theories continue to permeate after the assassination attempt.
Guest: Donie O’Sullivan, CNN Correspondent
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