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We start with the latest on talks to end the war with Iran and a US decision to postpone strikes. Nicolás Maduro and his wife faced their second court hearing in New York – we have details. We’ll explain a new ban on transgender women athletes. Airports across the country are bracing for another crush of weekend travelers. Plus, a “Today” co-host speaks out in her first interview since her mother went missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump is growing frustrated with Iran’s approach to negotiations and has issued the country a warning. We'll break down the key issues expected to take center stage at one of the largest annual meetings of conservatives, starting today. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is getting back out there, as speculation about her political future swirls. A CNN investigation uncovered online communities where men share tips about sexually assaulting women. Plus, a prominent critic of President Trump is receiving a prestigious award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tehran disputes President Trump’s claim that they want to make a deal. Meta and YouTube have been found liable in a social media addiction trial. Ousted Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro and his wife are set to appear in federal court today. Rising gas prices push USPS to add an 8% package surcharge. Plus, Baseball is back and so are the ballpark eats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with Iran’s conditions for ending the war despite initially resisting a US plan. We’ll break down a jury’s decision in a social media addiction trial against tech giants. The Supreme Court ruled in a music copyright fight challenging a major internet service provider. The latest push to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown has fallen flat. Plus, the next chapter in this late-night host’s career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump administration officials are trying to schedule talks with Iran aimed at ending the war. British police have arrested two men in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson attack in London. Savannah Guthrie spoke about her mother’s abduction with NBC “Today Show” colleague and longtime friend, Hoda Kotab. An AI video generation app is shutting down just months after it launched. Plus, "robot umpires" are making their official MLB debuts this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sources tell CNN, the US Army is about to send 1,000 troops to deploy to the Middle East. Congress debates DHS funding as TSA workers continue to go unpaid. Democrats flips a Florida State House district that covers Mar-A-Lago. A Jury finds Meta liable in child sexual exploitation on social media. Plus, A Triceratops skeleton dating back 66 million years is up for auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal investigators gave an update on the deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport. Two issues threaten Senate Republicans’ plan to end the DHS shutdown. A clash between Minnesota officials and the Trump administration heats up again. We’ll break down the latest developments on peace talks between the US and Iran. Plus, details on an American freed from captivity in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CNN is tracking the longest airport wait times, and what to know if you miss your flight. The state of talks between the US and Iran remain unclear as the war wages on. Voters are heading to the polls in Palm Beach, Florida for a special election that could flip the president's home district. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying in the criminal trial of a former congressman and close friend. Plus, which produce tops this year’s “Dirty Dozen” list and how to reduce your pesticide exposure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An NTSB team is on the site of the deadly LaGuardia collision. Iran bombards Israel as President Trumps claims progress in talks. Senate Republicans think they have a plan to end the government shutdown. The Trump administration is set to pay a French energy company $1 billion for cancelled wind farms. Plus, students in Maine are planning to send yeast to the stratosphere as part of a NASA project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NTSB investigators are examining a fatal collision at LaGuardia Airport. President Donald Trump rejected an off-ramp to the DHS shutdown as ICE agents assist TSA. Financial markets are reacting to Trump’s decision to temporarily stop striking Iranian energy sites. We’ll tell you about a deadly Colombian military plane crash. Plus, key takeaways from a Supreme Court challenge to a high-profile voting case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump suggests the US held "very good" talks with Iran about ending the war, but is Iran on the same page? A collision between a fire truck and a plane has left 2 people dead and dozens injured. Meanwhile, ICE agents have been deployed to US airports, but will they help alleviate the long TSA lines? In London, counter terrorism police are investigating an antisemitic attack targeting the city’s largest Jewish community. And New York City’s first lady is under fire for her art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump backs off his threat to hit power plants if Iran keeps the Strait of Hormuz closed. Two pilots have been killed, several people hurt after a plane hits a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia airport. ICE agents are deploying to airports amid partial government shutdown. CNN speaks to the first patient treated with a life-saving foam. Plus, a man with Down Syndrome builds a successful spice business. This episode has been updated from a previous released version. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prediction markets are opening new doors to bet on pretty much anything - even outcomes during war. But things can get pretty heated when money is on the line, and now at least one state is stepping in to accuse a major prediction market of running an illegal gambling operation. WIRED’s Kate Knibbs talks about the “casino-ification” of everything and what this could mean for the future of politics and betting. For more: Iran-related bets on prediction sites scrutinized over ‘death markets’ and possible insider trades --- Guests: Jesus Martinez & Kate Knibbs, WIRED Senior Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Daniel Heuer/Bloomberg via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A group of dads in London are learning a new skill to connect with their daughters and each other. Two pay phones nearly 3,000 miles apart are bridging a generational gap. A new breakthrough device is helping patients manage Parkinson’s disease in a more personalized way. After a devastating tragedy, a high school boys' hockey team in Rhode Island finished their season in a way that feels like a movie. Plus, a sweet update on the world's favorite baby monkey. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Graham Hurley, Hanako Montgomery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with a major blow to the Defense secretary’s restrictive press policy he rolled out last year. President Donald Trump lashed out at NATO allies again over the Strait of Hormuz and weighed in on the prospects of a ceasefire with Iran. The Transportation secretary gave a bleak outlook on air travel without a funding deal. The Trump administration slapped a new multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Harvard University. It’s the end of an era for CBS News Radio amid another round of layoffs. Plus, details on how the White House wants to regulate AI nationwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some travelers are arriving extra early and still missing flights, as TSA callouts hold up airport lines nationwide. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he and President Donald Trump are on the same page about the war in Iran. Advocates warn a new Veteran’s Affairs-Justice Department agreement could put homeless veterans at risk. We tell you why ABC shelved the newest season of “The Bachelorette.” Plus, a beloved action movie star and iconic internet meme has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump may seek $200 billon in new Pentagon funding for the war with Iran. Senator Markwayne Mullin’s bid to lead DHS advances to a full Senate vote, amid a partial government shutdown. American college student, James Gracey has been found dead in Spain. Trump’s hand-picked panel approves a gold coin with his image. Plus, a movie is in the works, based on the viral Labubu toys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump weighs in on Israel’s strikes on Iran’s energy sites. We have details on another US aircraft damaged in the war with Iran. There’s been a tragic update in the search for an American college student in Spain. Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime attorney testified behind closed doors on Capitol Hill. Plus, where things stand with Trump’s pick to replace Kristi Noem as DHS chief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House is asking Congress for more funding as the war in Iran escalates. Lebanon’s prime minister has a message for President Donald Trump on the war in the Middle East. Some TSA workers say they are taking out loans to survive with no end to the agency shutdown in sight. Spanish police are searching for an American college student who went missing in Barcelona on spring break. Plus, an unexpected visitor made its way into an airport gift shop Down Under. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump threatens to strike a gas field if Iran continues to hit Qatar. Democrats on the house oversight committee walked out of a closed door hearing Wednesday. New weight-loss drugs are on the horizon as the GLP-1 market booms. Rapper Afroman wins lawsuit filed police over a parody song. Plus, a RI high school hockey player wins title after tragedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the Federal Reserve's latest decision on interest rates, as investors brace for a bumpy wartime economy. US officials deny responsibility for reported attacks on gas fields in Iran. Top Trump administration officials faced tough questions on Capitol Hill over the war with Iran. We have key takeaways on a heated confirmation hearing for the next Department of Homeland Security secretary. Plus, the family of a missing college student is pleading for help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump says US allies should take over policing the Strait of Hormuz, as US and Israeli forces continue strikes in the region. The Illinois Democratic primary results are inand Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s make history. CNN’s tracker shows where airport wait times are the longest. The US Postal Service is running low on cash – we explain what that could mean for your mail. Plus, why NASA astronauts are out on a special mission in space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A top counterterrorism official resigns over the war with Iran. TSA agents are calling out of work and long wait times at airports continue, amid DHS funding crisis. Arizona files a landmark lawsuit against Kalshi betting site. A meteor streaks across the sky and triggers a loud boom. Plus, a refurbished payphone project that aims to reduce loneliness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump railed against European allies and a senior intel official’s resignation over the war against Iran. Travelers aired out their frustrations with long security lines amid the partial government shutdown. House investigators have subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi as part of the Jeffrey Epstein probe. The Senate kicked off a marathon debate over Trump’s voter ID bill. Plus, parts of the US spotted a rare light show in broad daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A senior US intelligence official has resigned over the war with Iran. Unpaid TSA workers are skipping shifts and security lines are growing longer as the partial government shutdown drags on. A dangerous heat wave could hit parts of the West next month. Hundreds were killed during a Pakistani airstrike on a Kabul hospital. Plus, Team USA faces Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic final tonight, with more than bragging rights at stake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mideast drone strikes escalate as President Trump projects confidence in the war with Iran. Cuba’s energy grid fails as Trump says he may ‘take’ the island. A Utah mom convicted of fatally poisoning her husband. A Federal judge blocks RFJ Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul. Plus, Disney is set to debut a very lifelike Olaf robot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with key lines from President Donald Trump’s push for assistance in securing the Strait of Hormuz. A federal judge ruled on key parts of RFK Jr.’s vaccine changes. We’ll tell you about the White House chief of staff’s health diagnosis. The Kennedy Center’s board gave its stamp of approval on a planned closure. Plus, details on Cuba’s latest power outage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Countries are responding to President Donald Trump’s demand for help protecting the Strait of Hormuz. Trump administration officials are also criticizing the news media’s coverage of the war with Iran. The Democratic primary race for Illinois Senator Dick Durbin’s seat is heating up. New research suggests AI is giving some teens bad diet advice. Plus, we’re tracking a powerful storm hitting the east. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is demand that China and Europe send ships to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Airline CEOs urge Congress to fund DHS to avert airport chaos. The Kennedy Center board is scheduled to meet amid leadership overhaul. ‘One Battle After Another’ tops the Oscars with six wins. Plus, the NCAA Basketball tournament field is set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last year, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency took a chainsaw to the federal government, slashing jobs and cutting programs in the name of eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse. While it did not reduce spending, current and former government officials tell CNN that some of the cuts are hampering government readiness amid the Iran war. Now, the government is looking to ramp up hiring again – but only with workers who align with the Trump administration’s priorities. We hear from a former federal worker about how last year’s cuts impacted her, and from an expert who says he's concerned about adding more political appointees to the mix. For more: ‘A shell of our former self’: How Trump and Musk’s spending cuts are hampering US government readiness amid the Iran war --- Guests: Melissa Patsalides & Max Stier, Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Tami Luhby Photo: Allison Robbert/AFP/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A legendary US Paralympian adds to her medal collection. CNN trekked deep into Thailand’s jungles to follow the surprising journey of a young tiger that’s giving conservationists hope. How the singer behind the hit song from “K-Pop Demon Hunters” reinvented herself after rejection. A car salesman found a way to stand out at his job, and his videos have gone viral. Plus, college students nationwide are training puppies with a purpose. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Allison Cho, Coy Wire, Will Ripley, Rosanna Philpott, Xavian Wu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the rising death toll on civilian and military personnel in the war, as protests against the US and Israel take place across Iran. A federal judge has thrown a wrench into the Justice Department’s investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. New details are emerging about the man who plowed into a Michigan synagogue. A deadly shooting at a Virginia university is now being investigated as terrorism. Plus, we tell you why millions more people may be advised to take cholesterol-lowering medication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US military is confirming the death of six US service members in Iraq, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gives an update on the war with Iran. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer addressed an incident involving a man who rammed a car into a synagogue near Detroit. New data shows US economic growth was weaker than expected late last year. A bipartisan group of senators passed a bill aimed at improving housing affordability. Plus, Iran’s men’s soccer team spoke out about its participation in the upcoming World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A first message attributed to the new Iranian Supreme Leader has been released. Investigators probe for the motive in the Michigan Synagogue attack. Students stop a gunman who opened fire at Old Dominion University. NASA sets April 1 as the launch date for the historic Artemis mission. Plus, an AI tool is being developed to help people talk with their plants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with attacks at a Michigan synagogue and a university in Virginia. An expert warns about the impact the war with Iran is having on people in the Middle East. There may be a glimmer of hope for homebuyers despite the war’s impact on the housing market. A police shooting probe in Connecticut reveals a surprising new detail. Plus, a drastic weather pattern shift is coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amid continued bombardment, Iranian state TV reads out a statement attributed to the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. Oil prices rose again as more ships are attacked near the Strait of Hormuz – we'll explore what the Trump administration is doing to alleviate the pain at the pump. Meanwhile, other prices could soon rise. Devastating storms that hit the Eastern and Central US are leaving death and destruction behind. Plus, Team USA gets some help from Italy at the World Baseball Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel and Hezbollah escalate attacks across the Lebanese border. Iran increased bombings on oil depots and tankers in gulf region. FBI has joined the search for a missing retired Air Force Major General. An NYPD officer speaks out on an attempted attack on NYC Mayor’s mansion. Plus, an Iowa fisherman has set the world record for catching a 71 pound carp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump celebrates his economic agenda as Iran escalates its attacks in a key oil route. New details are emerging about a strike on a school in southern Iran. Severe weather ramps up in parts of the US. House lawmakers zero in on Jeffery Epstein’s finances as part of their ongoing investigation. Plus, good news for international travelers amid a partial US government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Western Intelligence source tells CNN that Russia is sharing advanced drone tactics with Iran. A new report predicts inflation will rise – we break it down. Iran attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while member countries of the International Energy Agency say they will release 400 million barrels of oil into the market. An investigation found a surprising percentage of fruit and vegetables contain “forever chemicals.” Plus, an Iranian soccer player offered asylum in Australia has a change of heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran is reportedly laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Millions are under a storm threat, today, after tornadoes hit the central US. Alabama’s Governor grants clemency to a death row inmate. Georgia House race for former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat is headed to a runoff. Plus, see how the stars will dine at the official Oscars after-party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with two big developments on US military casualties in the war with Iran and ramped up threats on the world’s most critical oil shipping lane. We have an update on a suspicious device found near the New York City mayor’s residence. Alabama’s governor made rare move for a death row inmate. Authorities are searching a property Jeffrey Epstein once owned. Plus, what the latest data shows about a huge space rock, once deemed the riskiest asteroid ever observed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon says the most intense strikes against Iran are happening today, while President Donald Trump shared conflicting messages about when the war will end. The president also shared his thoughts on Iran’s pick for Supreme Leader. Global oil prices have fallen but the world’s top oil exporters are still concerned. A “jungle primary” is underway to determine who will fill the congressional seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene. Plus, the FDA has declined to approve a potential autism treatment federal health officials touted last fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump gives conflicting answers on how long the war with Iran will last. Five Iranian women’s soccer players seek asylum in Australia. Anthropic is suing the Trump administration over being labeled a “supply chain risk.” Mariachi-playing brothers and their parents have been released from ICE custody. Plus, the course has been unveiled for the IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix race around Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you what President Donald Trump had to say about the successor chosen to replace Iran’s late supreme leader. We explain where oil prices stand after a wild market swing. Some players on the Iranian women’s soccer team are seeking asylum. We have developments on two major lawsuits with the Trump administration. Plus, the incident that prompted police outside Rihanna’s home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As global oil and gas prices spike during the war with Iran, G7 leaders are working on a short term fix. Iran has picked a new leader, though its unclear how it will shape the conflict. Another missile was intercepted on its way to Turkey, as European countries weigh deeper involvement. The NYPD says the improvised explosive devices used at dueling protests outside the mayor’s home are being investigated as ISIS-inspired terrorism. Plus, travelers across the US are facing hour-long delays as the partial government shutdown drags on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran selects a new Supreme Leader. Oil prices skyrocket as war with Iran intensifies. Two men have been arrested in connection with explosive thrown at NYC Mayor’s house. Long airport security lines as TSA employees work without pay. Plus, You can make $100k as Wendy’s Chief Tasting Officer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anger directed at OpenAI is spreading after it struck a deal with the Pentagon to use its AI models in classified systems, just hours after its rival, Anthropic, refused. OpenAI said it had shared Anthropic’s concerns about mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, so why did they sign? And what does this mean for other companies looking to do business with the Trump administration? For more: Some OpenAI staff are fuming about its Pentagon deal --- Guests: Hadas Gold, CNN AI Correspondent & Dean Ball, Senior Fellow at The Foundation for American Innovation Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Photo: WH Pool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He’s a software engineer by day – but in his free time, he cleans up trash in the San Francisco Bay area. A heartbreaking moment in a hospital room led to a ripple effect of kindness for six siblings in foster care. This app helps foster kids understand their rights. Mother-daughter divers made a surprising discovery in the Great Barrier Reef. A 77-year-old man with a motorcycle says now is the best time to chase a world record. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Randi Kaye, Tamara Hardingham-Gill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former presidents honored a late civil rights icon in a final public tribute. We’ll tell you where the US and Israel’s war with Iran stands and what we’re learning about Russia and China reportedly getting involved. We take a look at how tensions in the Middle East are adding to market anxiety. Plus, a huge twist in the criminal case against a former University of Michigan football coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hiring slowed more than economists expected in the latest jobs report — we tell you why. The US Energy Secretary says they are working to ease the pain of rising gas prices brought on by the war with Iran. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump told CNN's Dana Bash what kind of leader he hopes Iran ends up with. Residents in Tehran describe what they’re seeing on the ground. And NBC shares an update on the 'Today' show co-host's return since her mother went missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices