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Israel says it carried out a “targeted” strike on a top Hezbollah military official in Beirut today. The Georgia State Election Board is considering new rules, a month before early voting starts. A grand jury is hearing from witnesses in the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs case. The site of the US’ worst nuclear disaster is reopening in 2028 and plans to sell its supply solely to a tech giant. Plus, a major shakeup at Nike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

North Carolina Lt. Governor Mark Robinson denies he’s behind the graphic comments made to a porn site following a CNN investigation. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues to escalate. A Kentucky Sheriff turns himself in over the fatal shooting of a judge inside a courthouse. The Biden Administration is asking the Supreme Court to reverse a ruling on Obamacare. Plus, a Chinese zoo admits its two so-called pandas, are fake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A CNN investigation has uncovered graphic comments linked to the GOP's nominee for North Carolina governor, that could impact former President Donald Trump’s campaign in the state. Meanwhile, Trump made controversial comments about Jewish American voters at an event billed as opposing anti-semitism. Israel’s military says it hit about a hundred rocket launchers in Lebanon late yesterday, raising fears of escalation in the region. Stock markets are reacting to the Federal Reserve’s larger than expected interest rate cut. Plus, Shohei Ohtani has etched his name into Major League Baseball history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you what the Trump and Harris campaigns are spending on TV ads in some key states. Decades of conflict could be coming to a head after Israel carried out attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon. One key takeaway from yesterday’s Federal Reserve rate cut is its impact on mortgage rates. The spotlight continues to shine on the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. Plus, did you know you can vote from space? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has pledged “heroic efforts” to deliver all mail ballots on time this year. Prospects for a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas are lower than ever, amid rising tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Scientists have new evidence about where the SARS-CoV2 virus jumped from animals to humans. Several news outlets filed an emergency petition today asking Nevada’s supreme court for access and documents related to the Murdoch family’s succession case. Plus, another win for a tennis legend and activist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel warns of a new era of war after deadly device blasts in Lebanon, raising fears of wider conflict. China is quickly closing in on the US in the race to master nuclear fusion – a limitless clean energy source. Polls show a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, as mail-in voting starts this week in some states. Trump Media's stock sell restrictions lift today. The highest peak in America's most visited national park gets its Native American name back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris is leading in two battleground states. People in Lebanon say there's widespread fear about the safety of electronic devices after deadly pager and walkie talkie attacks. US overdose deaths have dropped in recent months. Investigators believe they've finally found the body of the Kentucky interstate shooting suspect. And, a fantasy football feud leads to bomb threats and an international investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is praising the Teamsters union, after it announced it wouldn't be endorsing either presidential candidate for the first time in almost three decades. Israel says its war effort is moving north after twin attacks targeting devices in Lebanon. House Speaker Mike Johnson is defending his decision to call a vote on a funding bill he expected to fail. A new report is tough reading for the US health care system. And, Demi Lovato wants lawmakers to protect child stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Teamsters union declined to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in nearly three decades. Israel’s defense minister has apparently acknowledged the country's role in two deadly blasts in Lebanon. The House is expected to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s spending bill tonight, but Republicans are under more pressure to tank it. Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain in federal custody after losing an appeal to the judge that denied him bail. Plus, Boeing is furloughing executives and other nonunion workers to save money during the strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Federal Reserve announced its first rate cut since before the pandemic. Hezbollah walkie-talkies exploded across Lebanon, one day after a deadly pager attack. The Justice Department is suing two companies that owned the ship that destroyed a Baltimore bridge. Tupperware files for bankruptcy after years of falling popularity and financial troubles. And, Catherine, Princess of Wales, returns to work after last week’s health update on her cancer diagnosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates today – we'll tell you how to make the most of it. More explosions have been reported in Lebanon one day after a deadly pager attack. The Secret Service is asking Congress for more resources, but lawmakers are weighing whether the agency is underfunded or mismanaged. Sean "Diddy" Combs is back in court today appealing a court's decision to deny him bail. Plus, new research says some weight loss drugs could prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks and strokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Fed is expected to cut interest rates today, but there are mixed views on how big it's going to go. Iran has accused Israel of terrorism after the pager attack that killed 12 people, including an Iranian ambassador. House Speaker Mike Johnson has set up a vote on government funding that he thinks will fail - we'll tell you why. A Japanese company now has more time to make its case for a US Steel takeover bid. And, after 113 days of reaching 100 degrees, Phoenix's hot streak is over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate for the pager attack that killed nine people and injured thousands more in Lebanon. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have been making campaign promises, but are light on details. Senate Republicans have once again blocked a Democrat led bill that would protect access to IVF treatments. Sean "Diddy" Combs has been denied bail after he pleaded not guilty to charges. And, the man at the center of a rape case that's gripped France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you what polls are saying about undecided voters in the run-up to Election Day. Schools in Lebanon will close tomorrow after the pager attack on Hezbollah members that killed at least nine people. Speaker Mike Johnson has set up a likely doomed vote tomorrow on a GOP government funding bill, as the deadline to pass a spending plan looms. Residents of a Houston suburb can’t return to their homes yet as a pipeline fire that started yesterday continues to burn. Plus, exciting progress in the understudied field of women’s health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll catch you up on the latest campaign news, from Springfield, Ohio to Flint, Michigan. Sean “Diddy” Combs appeared in court today after being charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. The Federal Reserve’s two-day monetary policy meeting could have big implications for the economy. We’ll tell you why the Federal Aviation Administration wants to fine SpaceX more than $600,000. Plus, a look at a growing global health threat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean "Diddy" Combs will appear in federal court later today, charged with racketeering, conspiracy, and sex trafficking. Former President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail after Sunday’s apparent assassination attempt against him. Hundreds of people have been injured by an attack in Lebanon that made pagers explode. Instagram is forcing millions of teenagers to get protected accounts – we'll talk you through the changes. And, popular weight loss drugs could soon come in pill form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump’s campaign is trying to blame Democrats for the assassination attempts against him. Meanwhile, Springfield, Ohio continues to deal with the fallout of Trump making baseless claims about immigrants in the city. The Fed is finally expected to cut interest rates, but it's not clear by how much. US weapon stockpiles are starting to run low because of the demand from Ukraine. Plus, an unnamed storm has brought a once-in-1,000-year rainfall event to North Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump has recounted the assassination attempt against him, praising the Secret Service. Vice President Kamala Harris is seeking Teamsters' endorsement, pushing pro-union policies. Rapper and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in NYC amid ongoing allegations. Drug-resistant infections could cause 39 million deaths in 25 years. And, gymnast Jordan Chiles appeals to regain her bronze Olympic medal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe says there’s a heavy uniformed presence at Mar-a-Lago after yesterday’s apparent assassination attempt. Springfield, Ohio has cancelled its annual arts and culture celebration due to security concerns. Russian President Vladmir Putin wants to boost the country’s army by 180,000 troops. Boeing has implemented a hiring freeze amid the ongoing strike. Plus, North Carolina is experiencing once-in-1,000-year rainfall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is expected to meet with the acting director of the Secret Service later today after an apparent assassination attempt yesterday. TikTok made its case this morning against a possible US ban of the social media app. The Federal Reserve is expected to make its latest move against inflation. Historic flooding in central Europe has taken at least 17 lives. Plus, health officials want you to get three important vaccines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The man accused of trying to assassinate former president Donald Trump yesterday has been charged in federal court today. Trump is adding pressure to an already complicated government funding fight. A Minnesota coal plant found the key to solving America’s biggest clean energy challenge. New York City Mayor Eric Adams's administration faces federal probes and resignations amid corruption allegations. The plot of HBO’s 'Succession' is playing out in a Nevada courtroom today, as Rupert Murdoch's children are fighting in court over control of his media empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re learning new details about the man being held in connection with another apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Vice President Kamala Harris could be getting a surprising endorsement soon. TikTok has 15 minutes to convince a federal appeals court not to support a ban on its social media app in the US. Washington and Seoul are trying to reach a new cost-sharing deal for US forces in South Korea. And, a member of the Jackson 5 has died at the age of 70. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Authorities are investigating an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and a man has been detained. Israeli hostages found in December were reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike. The Mayor of Springfield, Ohio says bomb threats have put the community on edge after false claims about immigrants. The US Coast Guard starts a hearing to look at the Titan submersible implosion. And, there was a surprise ending at the Emmy Awards last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some states have moved to ban cell phones in schools to improve students’ engagement and mental health. However, the specific rules and implementation vary wildly from school to school. In this episode, we hear from one district official in Indiana about why their policy has been a success – so far. Guest: Dr. Laura Hammack, Beech Grove City Schools Superintendent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A woman went on a 700-mile bike ride to raise awareness about substance abuse after her brother died from fentanyl poisoning. Scientists have figured out a way to turn banana waste into denim and clean energy for rural communities in Pakistan. A stay-at-home mom in Michigan dresses up like a clown to pick up trash and her neighbors love her message. The San Diego Zoo is celebrating the birth of an endangered tiger cub. Plus, a Chicago man takes a more scenic route to work downtown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both presidential nominees are blazing the campaign trail in key battleground states. Secretary of State Antony Blinken gave new insight into how Russia is trying to influence elections in the US and abroad. Boar’s Head says it’s closing a Virginia plant linked to a deadly listeria outbreak. A military court in Congo handed down death sentences to dozens of people, including three Americans. And, two stranded NASA astronauts spoke publicly for the first time since being left behind on the International Space Station. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the campaign stops Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making today in the final stretch of the 2024 race. More details are emerging about the deadly shooting at a Georgia high school last week. We’re learning more about Russian state media’s key role in its intelligence and influence operations around the world. Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of driving while impaired for an incident earlier this year. And, “Karate Kid” actor Chad McQueen has died at age 63. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are hitting key swing states as the post-debate campaign push intensifies. We’ll take a look at Trump's false claims about abortion during this week's debate. Soldiers say Ukraine's incursion into Russia’s Kursk region is getting more difficult. Scientists have found out why a 650-foot mega-tsunami shook the Earth for nine days. And, we’ll tell you everything about ChatGPT’s new model, which the company says “reasons” like a human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

33,000 Boeing workers are on strike after they rejected a deal last night. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump continue to clash over future debates. An Israeli official has resigned after criticism that his failures played a role in the October 7th attacks. Justin Timberlake is expected to appear in court today over his arrest for driving while intoxicated. Plus, an NFL quarterback had to leave the field because of a concussion last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump says there won't be another presidential debate, but some people are doubting his words. 33,000 Boeing workers are on strike. Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning NATO leaders not to let Ukraine use their weapons to strike deep inside his country. The NYPD commissioner has resigned amid an investigation into the New York City Mayor's office and police department. Plus, rent is using up a huge amount of Americans' incomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump says he won’t debate Vice President Kamala Harris again. We have new developments on Trump’s election subversion case in Georgia and criminal hush money case in New York. A North Dakota judge has struck down a law banning nearly all abortions in the state. The US has banned Navient from servicing federal student loans. Plus, we’ll explain why the bird flu virus poses a risk this time of year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both presidential nominees are trying to capitalize on their debate performances with new ads. US Attorney General Merrick Garland slammed political attacks against the Justice Department in a fiery speech. New York City’s police commissioner resigns amid a federal investigation. Boeing faces a crucial union vote tonight that could send some workers walking off the job. And, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level this week since February 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign says the race is still 50/50 despite her good debate performance, while former President Donald Trump's allies are in damage control. A Manhattan grand jury has indicted Harvey Weinstein on new charges. Francine unleashed flooding rainfall and knocked out power in parts of Louisiana. House Speaker Mike Johnson is weighing his options as a government funding deadline looms. And, we'll tell you why some of the big names in AI are at the White House today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has completed the first ever commercial spacewalk. Vice President Kamala Harris is hoping to build on momentum from Tuesday's debate, while former President Donald Trump's allies attempt damage control. A long-time legal case is trying to stop Trump and Republicans from potentially harassing voters and election workers. Typhoon Yagi has reportedly killed hundreds of people in Vietnam. And, we'll tell you who won big at the MTV Video Music Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are holding their first rallies since the ABC News Presidential debate. SpaceX is attempting the first ever commercial spacewalk this morning. We're once again heading towards the government funding deadline, but the House Speaker has a juggling act ahead of him. Francine has weakened to a tropical storm but continues to unleash flooding rain and gusty winds. And, a former member of the music group Danity Kane has accused Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual battery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Mike Johnson delayed a vote on his short-term funding bill – we’ll explain why. An Israeli strike on a shelter for displaced Palestinians killed more than a dozen people in central Gaza today. Hurricane Francine is hours away from making landfall in southern Louisiana. A trial is underway for three former Memphis officers charged in the beating death of Tyre Nichols. Plus, we’ll tell you about the moment passengers on a cruise ship encountered an iceberg in an Alaskan waterway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump suggests he won’t debate Vice President Kamala Harris again. Israel has launched multiple strikes on southern Lebanon over the last day. The mother of the teenager charged in a Georgia school shooting last week has apologized to the victims’ families. NFL star Tyreek Hill is calling for the officer at the center of his controversial traffic stop to be fired. And, after 155 years, the Campbell Soup company is changing its name. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inflation is continuing to loosen its grip on American consumers. Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are claiming victory after last night's debate, and their campaigns might schedule another one. The candidates came face to face again at a 9/11 memorial in New York this morning, where they once again shook hands. Hurricane Francine is expected to bring flooding rainfall to Louisiana when it makes landfall. Plus, how changing one play in the NFL play could protect players from injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Observers appear to think there was one clear winner from last night's ABC News presidential debate. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Ukraine for talks about American long-range weapons. A man has been arrested and charged with arson as wildfires spread across California. Mexico lawmakers have passed controversial reforms after protestors stormed the Senate. And, the FDA is investigating the potential risks from heavy metals found in tampons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll bring you the highlights from the ABC News debate with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. After months of speculation about whether she'd weigh in, Taylor Swift has endorsed a presidential candidate. 23 years on, America remembers 9/11. Hurricane Francine is forecast to get stronger before hitting the Louisiana coast today. And, SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has already made history, but the riskiest part is still to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re hours away from a critical debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Tropical Storm Francine is expected to strengthen into a hurricane tonight. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified about his Covid-19 response during the early days of the pandemic. Two Delta planes collided while taxiing for takeoff from Atlanta’s airport this morning. Plus, we have some bright spots to share about Americans’ incomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both presidential campaigns lay out their strategies for tonight’s debate. House Speaker Mike Johnson is doubling down on his push for a short-term funding plan amid opposition from his party. Dozens of attorneys general are demanding that Congress require stricter warning labels on social media apps. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken wants Israel to change the way it operates in the West Bank following the death of an American activist. And, congressional lawmakers honor 13 service members killed during the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of tonight’s big debate, the campaigns for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are hitting the airwaves and social media with attack lines. The mother of the Georgia school shooting suspect talks about the call she made to warn the school of an emergency. Tropical Storm Francine is gaining strength as it nears the Gulf Coast. The US announced new sanctions against Iran. Plus, the Pope held a huge Mass in one of the world’s most Catholic nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both presidential candidates are preparing for tonight's debate in Philadelphia as polls show the race remains tight. The European Court of Justice has dealt major legal blows to both Apple and Google. The US is facing an ongoing maternity health crisis with 1 in 3 counties lacking needed specialists. A lack a of fuel is hurting aid efforts in Gaza, as a so-called "safe zone" is hit by an Israeli airstrike. Plus, SpaceX's much delayed Polaris Dawn mission takes off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We look ahead to tonight's debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Speaker Mike Johnson is already facing opposition to his government funding plan from fellow House Republicans. At least 40 people have been killed after an Israeli airstrike on what was supposed to be a safe zone for displaced Palestinians. The man suspected of shooting people on the I-75 texted a woman before the attack. Plus, while cryptocurrency could be the future of money, the FBI says it’s becoming the future of fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are gearing up for their first face-off on the debate stage tomorrow. James Earl Jones, the iconic voice of Darth Vader, Mufasa and CNN has died at the age of 93, according to his agent. Israeli forces briefly detained a convoy of United Nations vehicles in Gaza. Big Lots has filed for bankruptcy protection. Plus, Beyonce received zero CMA Awards nominations despite her country album’s top-charting success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Catherine, Princess of Wales, shares an update on her health after revealing her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. A tropical storm is strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico. The federal trial for the former Memphis police officers involved in the fatal arrest of Tyre Nichols starts today. A judge has agreed to move an Idaho murder suspect’s upcoming trial out of the town where the killings took place. And, Apple unveils its new iPhone with artificial intelligence features and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with some good news about Catherine, Princess of Wales. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump prepare for tomorrow’s high stakes presidential debate. Lawmakers return to Capitol Hill today, as the threat of a government shutdown looms. A new FDA rule requires doctors to notify women about their breast density after a mammogram – we explain why that’s important. Google's second antitrust trial starts today. Plus, recruiters tell CNN what’s one of the hottest job markets right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republicans and Democrats have released clashing documents about the deadly US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, thrusting it back in the spotlight ahead of the election. People in central Kentucky are being urged to stay on high alert as the search continues for an armed gunman who fired on cars on the I-75. A major opposition leader has fled Venezuela after an arrest warrant was issued for him. Mental health care and treatment for substance use disorder could both be more accessible and cheaper starting next year. Plus, excessive heat and wildfires rage on in California and Nevada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are gearing up for Tuesday's debate, which comes after a new poll was released this weekend. The hunt continues for a man suspected of opening fire on the I-75 in Kentucky this weekend. The mother of the teenage school shooting suspect called to warn a school staff member before the attack. Tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East after reported Israeli airstrikes over the weekend in Lebanon and Syria. Plus, an NFL player celebrated a touchdown just hours after he was detained by the police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices