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China Tariff Reset, Extreme Weather & MJ's New Gig - Tuesday, May 13, 2025 May 13, 2025

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The news to know for Tuesday, May 13, 2025!

We're talking about a temporary truce between the U.S. and China, but why the trade war isn't over just yet.

Also, an emotional reunion as an American hostage was released ahead of President Trump's visit to the Middle East, and from heat to fire to floods, we'll detail the extreme weather risks many Americans are dealing with this week.

Plus, a warning about potentially dangerous coolers, basketball legend Michael Jordan's new gig, and what to expect from the world's biggest film festival.

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Deal with China?, Drug Price Caps & Derby Winner Suspended - Monday, May 12, 2025 May 12, 2025

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The news to know for Monday, May 12, 2025!

We'll tell you about a possible trade deal with China, while the U.S. helps negotiate the end to several different conflicts.

Also, a group of white South Africans is being flown to the U.S., and we'll tell you why the U.S. granted them refugee status over others.

Plus, where outages led to travel troubles over the weekend, why the jockey who won the Kentucky Derby was just punished, and how some shopping is changing—starting today.

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Special Edition: New Pope, New Direction? What This Choice Means for the World May 10, 2025

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History has been made at the Vatican – a closed-door conclave of cardinals chose the first American pope. Today, we're taking you inside the secretive process of choosing the Catholic Church's leader with insights from a theology expert. Plus, we're discussing the meaning behind this moment and what to expect as Pope Leo XIV takes on one of the most powerful roles in religion and world affairs.

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First American Pope, New Trade Deal & Happy Mother's Day - Friday, May 9, 2025 May 09, 2025

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The news to know for Friday, May 9, 2025!

We're talking about the first American-born pope in history, and his first message to the world since taking the helm of the Catholic Church,

Also, we have details from President Trump's first deal with a major trading partner,

Plus, we'll tell you what former President Biden had to say during his first live TV interview post-presidency, how one of the most influential charities in the world is ramping up giving and winding down operations, and we'll recap some of the biggest moments from last night's Academy of Country Music Awards

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First Trade Deal?, College Library Protests & New Netflix Design - Thursday, May 8, 2025 May 08, 2025

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The news to know for Thursday, May 8, 2025!

We're talking about how the Federal Reserve is reacting to an ongoing trade war, as a new deal is expected to be announced today,

Also, new protests at Columbia University that put students in a face-off with security, and why President Trump designated today as Victory Day in the U.S.,

Plus, what we know about Trump's controversial new pick for Surgeon General, how a family used technology to bring a victim into the courtroom, and what's changing on Netflix for the first time in more than a decade

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India Strikes Pakistan, RIP Energy Star? & Real ID Deadline - Wednesday, May 7, 2025 May 07, 2025

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The news to know for Wednesday, May 7, 2025!

We're talking about another conflict escalating — this time between two nuclear-armed countries.

Also, what the U.S. Supreme Court decided about a ban on transgender troops, and what to know about the process to pick a new pope that begins today.

Plus, a new caveat to today's Real ID deadline at American airports, why Energy Star labels could soon disappear, and how a big superhero movie just rebranded itself.

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Military Officer Cuts, Money for Migrants & Movie Tariffs - Tuesday, May 6, 2025 May 06, 2025

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The news to know for Tuesday, May 6, 2025!

We're talking about a plan to cut top generals from the U.S. military, and whether cash will be enough to get undocumented migrants to self-deport.

Also, we'll tell you which American companies are warning their customers about price hikes to offset new tariffs.

Plus, what's causing delays at a major airline hub in the U.S., why the NFL is working with the White House on a big event, and how you can thank an everyday hero today.

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Billions in Cuts, Diddy on Trial & Fashion's Biggest Night - Monday, May 5, 2025 May 05, 2025

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The news to know for Monday, May 5, 2025!

We'll tell you about the budget proposal that would drastically cut the size and influence of the federal government.

Also, we're talking about how a possible tragedy was avoided at a Lady Gaga concert, and recapping the case against Diddy ahead of his criminal trial today.

Plus, why President Trump is talking about reopening Alcatraz as a prison, what a strong jobs report did for the stock market, and what to expect from fashion's big night out.

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Special Edition: 'Deepfake Nudes' - A New Threat to Our Kids May 03, 2025

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As generative AI tools become more widely used, teens are now facing a growing, disturbing trend. We're talking about so-called "deepfake nudes" — fake, sexually explicit images of real people, often minors. The nonprofit Thorn, a group dedicated to protecting kids from online sexual exploitation, says one in eight teens knows someone who has been targeted.

Today, I'm speaking with the organization's vice president of research and insights about the risks kids are facing right now, and what families, schools and tech companies could do to better respond.

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Cabinet-Level Shakeup, School Mental Health Cuts & Book Brigade - Friday, May 2, 2025 May 02, 2025

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The news to know for Friday, May 2, 2025!

We're talking about President Trump's national security shakeup, as a top cabinet-level official gets reassigned.

And the White House is making changes when it comes to vaccines, religion, and mental health in schools — we'll get into all of it.

Plus, Trump has advice for new graduates, more apps are getting an A-I touch, and get ready for the fastest two minutes in sports… happening this weekend.

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