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Warships Wanted, New Cholesterol Guidelines & 'One Battle' Wins Big - Monday, March 16, 2026 Mar 16, 2026

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The news to know for Monday, March 16, 2026!

What to know about the latest targets hit in the Middle East and President Trump's new messages for enemies and allies as more American troops head that way.

Also, a massive storm system with widely different impacts depending on where you live. We'll tell you which states are expected to see what today.

Plus: who took top honors at last night's Academy Awards, how the White House is making billions of dollars from the TikTok deal, and the brackets are set! What you need to know about this year's March Madness.

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Special Edition: Iran War: Expert Analysis & One American's Escape Mar 14, 2026

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We're now two weeks into the war with Iran, and there's growing uncertainty about what comes next. In this episode, we bring you two perspectives: 1- Expert analysis from Kamran Bokhari on the strategic calculations behind the conflict and why the next few weeks could be critical. 2- Plus, you'll hear a firsthand account from Oliver Sims IV, an American who was stranded in Qatar as airspace shut down and war unfolded overhead.

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U.S. Air Force Crash, Violent U.S. Attacks & Historic Heatwave - Friday, March 13, 2026 Mar 13, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, March 13, 2026!

What to know about violent attacks at a Michigan synagogue and a Virginia university.

We'll also tell you about a rescue effort underway after a U.S. military aircraft crashed in the Middle East.

And what's behind the backlash to the White House's war videos on social media.

Plus, why UFC fighters are working with FBI agents this weekend, what Live Nation employees apparently said about customers paying high prices for tickets, and what to expect from this weekend's Academy Awards.

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Cost of War, Iran-Linked Cyberattack & SXSW Begins - Thursday, March 12, 2026 Mar 12, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, March 12, 2026!

We'll tell you about the cost of the war in the Middle East so far, and why law enforcement in California is tightening security.

Also, which American company faced a major cyberattack linked to the war, and what Iran's soccer team has decided about the upcoming World Cup in the U.S.

Plus, why so many lawmakers are quitting Congress, which popular platform is now the largest media company in the world, and what to expect at this year's South by Southwest, kicking off this week.

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'Most Intense Day' of War, Long TSA Lines & Kids' Reading Scores - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Mar 11, 2026

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The news to know for Wednesday, March 11, 2026!

We'll tell you about what the Pentagon called the "most intense" day of the war with Iran, and the new threat Iranian leaders are making toward President Trump.

Also, where the latest round of severe storms caused damage in the U.S., and new advice for anyone headed to the airport anytime soon.

Plus, why young kids might be struggling with reading, how a growing number of Americans are embracing a new kind of work schedule, and which celebrities are on the Forbes billionaires list for the first time.

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Iran War Winding Down?, Voting Records Targeted & NFL Stars Shuffle - Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Mar 10, 2026

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The news to know for Tuesday, March 10, 2026!

We'll tell you what President Trump now says about the future of war in Iran, the Iranian retaliation, and how it's all impacting the global oil market.

Also, we'll explain the Trump administration's latest action to review the results of the 2020 election.

And a preview of a couple of closely watched elections happening today.

Plus, how President Trump's sons could potentially benefit from drone warfare, what a new Live Nation deal could mean for live music fans, and which big-name football stars have made moves as NFL free agency begins.

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Iran's New Leader Chosen, Airport Security Issues & Pixar's Hit - Monday, March 9, 2026 Mar 09, 2026

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The news to know for Monday, March 9, 2026!

We have updates for you about the war in Iran, including: Iran's new supreme leader — and what it signals to the U.S., why the U.S. was reportedly upset with Israel for the first time since their joint attacks began, and the significant impact now on gas prices as oil hits over $100 a barrel.

Plus: why more Americans are now missing their flights, what happened at Rihanna's home that led to an arrest, and which movie marked a studio's turnaround at the weekend box office.

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Special Edition: AI in War – Who Sets the Rules? Mar 07, 2026

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Artificial intelligence is now changing how wars are fought, and a recent dispute between the Pentagon and AI company Anthropic has raised new questions about who sets the rules. Paul Scharre — former defense official and one of TIME's most influential people in AI — explains how AI is transforming warfare, why human control matters, and how this technology could shift global power in the years ahead.

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New DHS Secretary, Tornado Threats & Britney Spears Arrested - Friday, March 6, 2026 Mar 06, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, March 6, 2026!

We'll tell you about a major shakeup at the agency most responsible for President Trump's immigration crackdown: who's out, who's in, and what the response has been so far.

Also, how President Trump is looking to shape the future of Iran, and which country he says should be his next target.

Plus, where millions of Americans face tornado threats, what Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is changing at American medical schools, and which popular hobby could actually be good for brain health.

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Senate's Vote on War, Murder Suspect Wins Primary & Cheapest Macbook Ever - Thursday, March 5, 2026 Mar 05, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, March 5, 2026!

What to know about the war intensifying in Iran and spreading across the region, potentially into NATO territory—and how more than a dozen nations are being pulled into the conflict.

Also, a murder suspect poised to become a sheriff.

And the problems reported at polling stations on the first primary of the year.

Plus, we're remembering a college football icon, previewing the next batch of Apple products, and celebrating women on this Women's History Month.

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