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Can Cruise Ship Outbreak be Contained? May 08, 2026

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Officials are rushing to contain the hantavirus outbreak on that cruise ship as it makes its way to the Canary Islands. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta joins the show to answer your questions.

Also: The search renews for the remains of Kristin Smart, 30 years after the 19-year-old college student was killed ... How much more will your summer vacation cost because of rising gas and jet fuel prices?

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The Race to Trace May 07, 2026

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Officials are urgently working to contain further spread of the rare virus that's wreaking havoc on a cruise ship and has caused at least three deaths ... We go one-on-one with Maria Shriver about her push for more research on women's health and what you can do to decrease your risk of Alzheimer's ... The world awaits Iran's response to a US proposal that could end the war.

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CNN Founder Ted Turner Dies May 06, 2026

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Ted Turner, the media maverick and philanthropist who founded CNN, died peacefully today, surrounded by his family, according to a news release from Turner Enterprises. He was 87. We look back on the remarkable life and legacy of the man who revolutionized TV news.

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Ceasefire Tensions and Political Showdowns May 05, 2026

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US-Iran ceasefire still holds despite clashes near the Strait of Hormuz, as the US launches “Project Freedom” to protect commercial shipping amid rising tensions and energy prices. The episode also covers Middle East developments involving Iran, Israel, and the UAE; US political updates including key primaries and a California debate preview; a Secret Service shooting in Washington, DC; and a DOJ subpoena battle tied to the 2020 election. Additional stories include a VA investigation, a new youth AI safety initiative, wildfire suspect updates, and an interview with the trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo.

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Unraveling International and National Issues May 04, 2026

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Covering the U.S. launching “Project Freedom” to guide merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian tensions, with some ships transiting safely despite reported attacks. Other coverage includes a United plane accident near Newark, Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, allegations against Eric Swalwell (which he denies), and stories on a shooting suspect, suspicious war-related market bets, Spirit Airlines shutting down, a quarantined cruise outbreak, and a Supreme Court move restoring access to mifepristone.

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War Powers, Gas Prices, and Security Threats May 01, 2026

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Gas prices are soaring, the war with Iran is hitting a legal deadline, and antisemitic attacks surge in London. Join Wolf Blitzer in the Situation Room for in-depth analysis and critical discussions. Tune in to what's impacting our world today.

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Crisis on Capitol Hill: The Iran War Costs Apr 30, 2026

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Gas prices hit a 4-year high, and defense talks intensify as U.S. officials return to Capitol Hill. Get the latest updates and insights from Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown in 'The Situation Room.' Catch up now.

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James Comey's Indictment and Global Turmoil Apr 29, 2026

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CNN’s Situation Room, anchored by Pamela Brown, covers multiple breaking stories: former FBI Director James Comey is expected to self-surrender at a federal courthouse in Virginia after a grand jury indictment over a deleted Instagram photo of seashells reading “86 47,” which prosecutors allege was a threat against President Trump; legal analysts argue the case faces major First Amendment hurdles. Supreme Court Limits Voting Rights Act; Iran War, Gas Prices & London Stabbings.

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An Oval Office Meeting Fit for a King Apr 28, 2026

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Pomp and ceremony will reign o'er the White House today, as President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will formally welcome Great Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla. But after the royal pleasantries, the two leaders will meet in the Oval Office amid significant differences between the two countries, especially regarding the war in Iran. Can the King help mend the "special relationship?"

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Saturday Shooting Suspect Targeted Trump Administration Apr 27, 2026

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Investigators are poring over the writings of 31-year-old Cole Thomas Allen, the suspect in Saturday night's Correspondents Dinner shooting. The White House says he clearly stated he was targeting administration officials.

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