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Election day is finally here, and voting is underway in dozens of states. Plus, we’ll give you the Election Day forecast. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has spoken to Israel’s defense minister, as the deadline to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza looms. There are reports that an American-Iranian journalist has been detained by Tehran. And, we’ll tell you why Japanese researchers have launched a wooden satellite into space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Voting has kicked off today, after Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump made their final pitches to voters last night. Meanwhile, some election officials are dealing with last minute challenges to certain ballots. Striking Boeing workers have voted in favor of the company’s latest offer. We'll tell you the details of a reportedly covert Russian operation to start fires aboard flights heading to the US and Canada. Plus, Jason Kelce has apologized after spiking a heckler’s phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Local, state and federal authorities nationwide are beefing up security measures before Election Day. Vice President Kamala Harris is spending her campaign's final hours in Pennsylvania and former President Donald Trump in Michigan. A White former police officer has been convicted of murder in the 2020 shooting of a Black man. We’ll tell you why it’s crucial to limit young kids’ sugar intake. Plus, IKEA is contributing to a new German fund for prison laborers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inflation is almost back to normal, but it may not be enough to buoy Democrats on Election Day. We'll break down the impact of Elon Musk's misleading and false election claims on X. Six Idaho counties are banned from giving out Covid-19 vaccines. New Haven, Connecticut officials are considering apologizing for a 200-year-old decision. Plus, you can now bring home the essence of Lake Como. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Polls in the final hours before Election Day show it’s going to be one of the closest in decades, as both presidential candidates cram their schedules to persuade undecided voters. Meanwhile, the race for the Senate is heating up, as Republican hopefuls campaign to be Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell’s successor. Texas prosecutors say they’ve uncovered a scheme that’s led to hundreds of uncertified teachers in the state. A province in Pakistan wants to work with India to tackle air pollution. Plus, we’ll tell you the word of the summer, that’s now Collins Dictionary’s word of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the polls show a tight race, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are blitzing through battleground states in the hours before election day. RFK jr. says a new Trump administration would advise that fluoride be removed from American water supplies. Israeli police have arrested a top aide to the prime minister over allegedly leaking classified information. Indonesian officials say at least six people are dead after a series of volcanic eruptions. Plus, we'll tell you why angry crowds booed and threw eggs at Spain's king and queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The two top candidates for president are sprinting to the finish line with contrasting final pitches to voters in key battleground states. More storms are expected today as people in Oklahoma survey the damage caused by tornado-spawning storms over the weekend. Humanitarian groups are warning of catastrophe as Israel formally notified the UN it’s cutting ties with UNRWA. Music titan Quincy Jones has died. Plus, we'll have the results of the NYC marathon as a new city joins an elite race circuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As polls remain tight heading into Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been blitzing the battlegrounds trying to turn out every vote. A group of CNN reporters tell us what it’s been like tagging along for the ride since the beginning. Guests: Ebony Davis, Katherine Sullivan, Kit Maher, Aaron Pellish – CNN Embeds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An 18-year-old mountain climber became the youngest ever to summit the world's highest peaks. The slime in your home could be the key to helping fight climate change – send these scientists a picture. Food insecurity is a problem for some Los Angeles residents, so this nonprofit is crop swapping. A cello-playing robot made musical history. Plus, an 81-year-old makes finishing the New York City Marathon look easy – he shares some tips ahead of Sunday's race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with a plan for both US presidential campaigns if the race is too close to call. We’ll tell you which companies are offering promotions and discounts on Election Day. A soldier has been charged for the death of a sergeant who disappeared on a US military base. UN leaders are calling the humanitarian crisis in northern Gaza “apocalyptic.” Plus, Dodgers fans are celebrating their team's World Series championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump’s violent rhetoric against one of his political foes is sparking outrage. Police chiefs in battleground states are making new plans to secure elections. Rescue workers are searching for victims following a tragic roof collapse at a train station. A White Marine veteran accused of killing a homeless Black man on a subway last year is on trial. And, we’ll tell you about a new a medical device that could help relieve symptoms of depression at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the election looming, the US economy added far fewer jobs in October. Police in Orlando say a 17-year-old shooter opened fire at two Halloween gatherings. A crucial manufacturer of IV fluids has resumed operations, but supply shortages across the country could last a few more weeks. Crew and passengers on a United Airlines flight had to stop what documents describe as an unprovoked attack on a sleeping passenger. Plus, Wendy’s is closing stores in underperforming areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have the latest numbers from the last Jobs report before the election. The Biden administration is trying to ‘Trump proof’ its achievements in case former President Donald Trump wins the election. Meanwhile, Trump is suing CBS over its interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Satellite images are showing the scale of devastation from deadly flooding in Spain, as the death toll continues to rise. Plus, we’ll explain how “raccoon balls” could help Germany protect its biodiversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The two top presidential candidates continued their attacks on each other during events in battleground states last night. Meanwhile, Georgia’s Secretary of State says an investigation is looking at an “obviously fake” viral video of alleged voting fraud. Israel is reported to have attacked Beirut's southern suburbs, as it waits for retaliation from Iran. Striking Boeing workers have a new deal on the table. Plus, rapper Young Thug has entered a guilty plea, ending his criminal trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One GOP leader says he’s confident the party will hold onto its House majority next week. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a speech identifying his country’s “supreme objective.” There's good news on the way for states suffering from drought. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to make your life a little easier. Plus, the CDC says giving birth to triplets – or more – is becoming less common in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll talk about when we might have an official winner of this year’s presidential election. This billionaire is a one-man misinformation machine. Tomorrow’s jobs report could counter right-wing conspiracy theories. A new report finds that race and ethnicity data can do more harm than good. Plus, we’ll tell you why Starbucks’ new strategy involves hundreds of thousands of Sharpies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll give you the latest on a handful of investigations and lawsuits into voter registration and mail-in ballot deliveries in the key state of Pennsylvania. Inflation in the US is getting closer to the Fed’s target. California could soon have the nation’s highest minimum wage. Russia fines Google an astronomical amount.. Plus, a witch seems to have placed a curse on a property hundreds of years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are making their final pitches to women voters in key swing states. Plus, we break down the two candidates' immigration policies. Philadelphia will be holding an emergency hearing over Elon Musk’s million-dollar giveaways. North Korea has tested intercontinental ballistic missiles, amid warnings from South Korea about the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia. Plus, we’ll let you know the forecast before heading out for trick-or-treating tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both the Harris and Trump campaigns are dealing with messes caused by “garbage” comments. Investigators say the ballot drop box fire suspect could strike again. Lebanon’s prime minister says a ceasefire deal between Hezbollah and Israel could soon be within reach. LA’s district attorney has written to California’s governor in support of the Menendez brothers. Plus, we’ll tell which fans went home happy after game five of the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both candidates are holding dueling events in key states in the final campaign sprint. UN data shows the amount of aid entering Gaza hit the lowest level since the start of Israel’s war. We’ll tell you where a new bird flu case has been identified in the US. Subscribers have been expressing their displeasure with the Washington Post. Plus, the New York Yankees are fighting to keep their season alive against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but two fans won’t be at tonight's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is distancing herself from President Joe Biden’s comment that has Democrats on edge. Israel has begun strikes in an historic Lebanese city after warning residents to flee. A Florida mom is blaming an AI company for her son’s suicide. Europe’s biggest economy has narrowly avoided a recession. And, we’ll tell you what to do with your Covid-19 home tests nearing their expiration date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest GDP figures have some economists saying the US economy pulled off the rare so-called “soft landing." The Supreme Court has weighed in on who can be removed from voter rolls in Virginia. A search is underway for the person authorities believe is behind recent ballot box fires. Top US officials are heading to the Middle East, and they’ve got a lot of high-tension issues on their agenda. Plus, we’ll tell you about some inspiring heroes and how you can help them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris has made her closing arguments to voters, as former President Donald Trump is seizing on President Joe Biden’s “garbage” comments. We compare Harris and Trump’s economic policies. Flash flooding has killed dozens of people in parts of Spain. Minneapolis police face backlash over the alleged shooting of a man by his neighbour. Plus, rats are helping tackle the illegal wildlife trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris has made her closing arguments to voters. President Joe Biden could have handed former President Donald Trump an assist as he tries to clean up "garbage" comments. The US says an Israeli strike that killed dozens of people was "horrifying". A man has been arrested for a shooting near a synagogue in Chicago. Plus, we’ll bring you all the latest excitement from game four of the World series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new CNN poll shows how close the presidential race is in two critical, Southwest battleground states. We'll tell you about another loss Republicans took in court. Americans appear to have a more positive outlook on the US economy. Western intelligence officials say a small number of North Korean troops are already inside Ukraine. Plus, an iconic mountain is breaking a record for all the wrong reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with a deadly airstrike that the Ministry of Health in Gaza says killed dozens of people, including children. Emergency personnel are working to reach people buried under the rubble of a 10-story hotel in Argentina. Some ER patients are half as likely to receive IV fluids since disruptions from Hurricane Helene. It can be hard to tell which social media influencers are getting paid for their political endorsements. And, Teri Garr, the star of “Young Frankenstein,” “Tootsie,” and “Mr. Mom,” has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris previewed what she'll cover at her speech tonight that's in the same place former President Donald Trump gave a rally ahead of the January 6th attack in 2021. We’ll tell you how the candidates are getting ready for what could be the most litigated presidential election in history. The Vatican issued its first annual report about how clerical sexual abuse is reported. Fewer people were “lovin’ it” at McDonald’s last week. And, chemicals found in your home could be affecting your hormones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll take a look at how both 2024 campaigns are shaping up in the final week until election day. Former President Donald Trump ally Steve Bannon has been released from prison after serving 120 days behind bars. Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos has written an op-ed defending a recent decision. North Korean soldiers are reportedly being taught Russian commands. And, airline refund rules have changed in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While one candidate prepares to make their final case to voters before next week’s election, the other is dealing with backlash from their closing arguments. Authorities are investigating fires at ballot drop boxes. Israel’s decision to ban a UN aid agency has been widely condemned. New lawsuits allege Sean “Diddy” Combs sexually assaulted two men when they were 10 and 17 years old. Plus, a record was tied at the World Series last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you where Republicans are outspending Democrats on advertising. Trump Media stock signals confidence in owner’s presidential campaign. Do short-term rentals like Airbnb help or hurt the national economy? A Louisiana state trooper is the first to be convicted in a prolonged police brutality case that once prompted national outrage. Plus, the driver who hit a beloved grizzly last week will not be cited. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you why a new CNN poll indicates a bumpy road after Election Day. Israel’s parliament has approved two bills that will impact 2.5 million Palestinian refugees. Volkswagen is planning a historic overhaul that labor unions aren’t happy about. A recent Supreme Court decision could impact when federal agencies may delegate powers to private entities. Plus, will the Los Angeles Dodgers have their star player for tonight's World Series game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are cramming their schedules, as a Trump event is grabbing headlines for speakers' controversial language. We'll tell you why Philadelphia is suing Elon Musk. New stroke guidelines have been released for the first time in decades. Thick smog is dimming the festival of lights. Plus, a huge cheddar heist has caught the attention of a celebrity chef. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is digging in on immigration, while Vice President Kamala Harris focuses on abortion rights, as they make their final pitches. Gaza ceasefire and hostage release negotiations are back on, but don't expect a breakthrough any time soon. Many American households with six-figure incomes are still living paycheck to paycheck. There's been some big political upheaval in Japan. Plus, we’ll tell you which store has entered the Thanksgiving dinner price war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As both campaigns make their final pitch to voters, offensive comments about Puerto Rico have pushed a superstar to publicly support a candidate. Iran says it will respond to Israeli strikes, but it doesn’t want a wider war. McDonald’s says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu soon. The Washington Post is in turmoil after it announced it would no longer endorse presidential candidates. Plus, we’ll tell you why the US Navy has apologized to an Alaskan village. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A CNN investigation has revealed how Republicans and Democrats are taking millions of dollars in donations from elderly dementia patients to fuel their campaigns. In this episode, we look at how the reporting came together and how the practice could impact political fundraising going forward. Guests: Kyung Lah, CNN Senior Investigative Correspondent & Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN Investigative Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An off duty lifeguard rescued a 17-year-old lost at sea. Some people experiencing homelessness in California now have a place they can call their own. How a crossword editor is using his love for puzzles to aid his stroke recovery. Dog Tag Bakery helps veterans rediscover their identity with a fellowship program. Plus, the good work a street veterinarian has been able to do since being named the 2023 CNN Hero of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with two of the latest candidates to be targeted in a Chinese hacking campaign. The Washington Post won’t endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in decades. We’ll tell you what parents need to know about an uptick in the number of small children with walking pneumonia. Russian soldiers have been heard complaining about recruits from North Korea in intercepted audio. Plus, we have new developments on the Menendez brothers’ murder case in a move that could put them on a path to their potential release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with the latest on Israel’s military campaign in the Middle East – including an attack that killed at least three journalists. We’ll tell you where the presidential candidates stand in CNN’s final nationwide poll before Election Day. Illnesses from an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders are up. President Joe Biden has formally apologized to Native Americans for a 150-year-old boarding school policy. And, we’ll take a look at how a reduced work week is faring in one country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Election offices are ramping up security, amid concerns of potential misinformation and disruption on Election Day. A superstar is set to join Vice President Kamala Harris at a rally in Texas today. NASA sent its SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts to hospital after this morning’s splashdown. New data suggests US retailers are closing stores at a worrying pace. Plus, the MLB World Series kicks off with two archrivals and sky-high ticket prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk is still spending big bucks on Former President Donald Trump’s campaign. There are fears that ties between anti-West countries are posing an urgent threat. Flood emergencies could be the new normal in the US. President Joe Biden wants national security agencies to use AI for good. Plus, a Denver Broncos player is recovering after a shooting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll hear from the woman accusing former President Donald Trump of groping her in front of Jeffrey Epstein in the 90s. Polls show it’s too close to call between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, but she's hoping some star-studded events could change that. Ceasefire and hostage release talks are set to resume in the Middle East - we’ll tell you what’s expected to happen. North Korean soldiers have reportedly been spotted near the Russia-Ukraine border. Plus, a settlement has been reached over the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump said in a radio interview today that, if reelected, he would fire special counsel Jack Smith. Russian President Vladimir Putin said today that his country is “not interested” in escalating conflict in the Middle East. Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has recommended resentencing for two brothers at the center of a high-profile case. We’ll tell you why President Joe Biden is planning to issue an apology. Plus, the planet’s largest lake is shrinking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken says the US is working closely with Israel on its response to an Iranian missile attack earlier this month. We’ll tell you what celebrities are joining Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail. Business owners are worried the election could hurt their bottom lines and the US economy as a whole. Top UK leaders are preparing to address a controversial topic at the upcoming Commonwealth Summit. Plus, some unexpected results from ChatGPT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We break down Vice President Kamala Harris’ town hall performance in Pennsylvania. More details emerge about the man arrested over a trio of shootings at a Democrat National Committee office in Arizona. McDonald’s faces legal action over its deadly E.coli outbreak. The US secretary of state says negotiations for a possible Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal could resume in the coming days. Plus, AI is hitting the airwaves and replacing jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some undecided voters have spoken to CNN about whether last night’s town hall with Vice President Kamala Harris has made up their minds. The Justice Department has warned Elon Musk over his million-dollar giveaways. An Israeli soldier has made some damning allegations about his county’s military. New rules have been finalized about lead paint dust. And, we’ll tell you how one country is trying to stop “lonely deaths”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll start with the highlights from CNN’s town hall with Vice President Kamala Harris. Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell says former President Ronald Reagan “wouldn’t recognize” the Republican party today. Union members will stay on strike after they rejected a deal with Boeing. Turkey has retaliated after a deadly attack in its capital. Plus, it’s going to get more expensive to be a regular visitor at Walt Disney World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris responded to comments from Donald Trump’s onetime chief of staff John Kelly, who said his former boss fit the “general definition of a fascist.” Both the US and Israel issued security alerts for certain coastal areas of Sri Lanka. The CDC is investigating an E. Coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders—we'll tell you the latest. Elon Musk’s America PAC has gotten a warning from the Justice Department. Plus, Goldfish crackers are getting a new name... kind of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Election officials in battleground states weigh in on how fast they think results will be ready this year compared to 2020. A new United Nations report predicts how many decades of progress in Gaza could be reversed by the war. Turkish authorities are working to identify the assailants behind what they’re calling a terrorist attack. Apple and Goldman Sachs have been ordered to pay out a large sum—we'll tell you why. Plus, Dodgers fans remember a beloved pitcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the 2024 candidates hit battleground states today, CNN’s Harry Enten digs into polling data to see who independents support today versus 2020. Turkish officials say armed assailants launched a deadly terror attack on an aerospace facility. A multi-state E. Coli outbreak has McDonald’s in damage control. Russia’s President says a “multipolar world order” is being formed. Plus, scientists say the slime in your dishwasher could unlock a solution to global warming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is getting ready for a town hall hosted by CNN, while former President Donald Trump is having issues with the UK’s government. More than 20 million people have already voted in the election. We’ll tell you why the federal government has fined American Airlines $50 million. The Defense Secretary says North Korean troops are in Russia, but there are still some big questions. Plus, Diwali is becoming an official holiday in one US state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices