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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

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June 15, 2025 21 mins
Transgender troops have begun separating from the military under a Pentagon policy dismissing service members who have a diagnosis, history or exhibit symptoms of gender dysphoria. We hear from a transgender service member who says the fallout reminds him of one of the military’s darkest periods. Guest: Benjamin Kibler, US Navy Senior Chief Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240...
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This dentist once caddied at the course he’s now playing golf at with the pros. A quirky Canadian farm hosted a very moo-ving wedding ceremony. A rescue dog’s epic solo adventure made waves. How strangers helped this high school graduate crowd fund his way to college. Plus, for Father’s Day, listeners share what they love about their dads and what they love about being one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...
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We start with the reactions from Israel, Iran and the US on Iran’s counterstrikes at Israel. Millions of Americans are set to protest at “No King” rallies nationwide. US stocks have tumbled amid the escalation in the Middle East. A federal appeals court has rejected President Trump’s attempt to review the judgement in the E. Jean Carroll case. Plus, you'll hear Mahmoud Khalil's letter to his son read by celebrities. Learn more abou...
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We begin with Iran’s counterstrikes on Israel. There’s been an update on how Marines will be used in the LA protests. We explain why consumer sentiment was more positive last month. Kilmar Abrego Garcia has announced his plea in his federal criminal trial. Plus, a controversial star came to support Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in his trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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We start with the ongoing attacks between Israel and Iran, and President Trump's advice for Tehran. We'll also explain how the strikes are impacting US politics. The curfew in LA is affecting business owners, while protests near an ICE facility in Oregon have lead to arrests. Heavy rain has triggered deadly flash flooding in San Antonio, Texas. Plus, the creature that’s helping solve a biological mystery. Learn more about your ad c...
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Iran is promising a severe response to Israel’s attacks on the country’s nuclear sites and military leaders. We’ll take a look at the context and build up to the strikes. One of the flight recorders has been recovered from the Air India plane crash wreckage. After eight weeks of testimony, closing arguments are expected in Karen Read’s re-trial. Plus, "forever chemicals" could impact teenage health. Learn more about your ad choice...
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Israel has launched an unprecedented attack on Iran targeting nuclear sites and its military leaders. World leaders  are urging the two countries to de-escalate, as fears grow of a wider conflict. We’ll tell you the latest on the legal back-and-forth over who controls California’s National Guard. Democratic leaders want an investigation after a senator was forcefully removed from a press conference. And, we'll tell you about the so...
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Air India’s deadly crash is under formal investigation. A Democratic senator of California was forcibly removed from a DHS news conference. The Trump administration is telling hundreds of thousands of migrants their legal status has been terminated. Congress has formally weighed in on DOGE cuts for the first time. Plus, the FBI raided the wrong home and the Supreme Court sided with the owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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At least one person has survived the Air India plane crash as the current death toll rises. We explain what’s in California’s lawsuit against the Trump administration for the federal response to the LA protests. President Donald Trump has once again called on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. We have a report on wildfires in Oregon and floods in Texas. Plus, how a secret stash of coins fetched over $3.5 million. Learn more...
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There are fears that medical students may be among the casualties of the deadly plane crash in India. We’ll share the latest wholesale inflation figures. Thousands of activists are traveling to Egypt to protest Israel’s blockade into Gaza. Changes to the Covid-19 vaccine recommendations are causing confusion. Plus, Meta is taking on AI "nudifying" technology in court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
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Authorities say there appears to be no survivors from the passenger plane crash in India. We’ll explain why protests across the US could step up this weekend. Iran is vowing to retaliate after the UN’s nuclear watchdog board declared it’s in breach of its obligations. There’s been another development in the case of the detained university student, Mahmoud Khalil. And, a former MTV VJ has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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We begin with breaking news of a passenger plane crashing in India shortly after take-off. Police have been working through the night to break up crowds as ICE raid protests spread across the country. Rising tensions in the Middle East have led the US to withdraw some of its diplomats and military families from the region. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is accusing Hamas of killing aid workers. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy ...
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The Trump administration expects to see more trade deals after reaching a trade framework with China. Another curfew has been announced in downtown LA tonight. The relationship between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump may be on the mend. We reveal the jury’s verdict in the retrial of Harvey Weinstein. Plus, we have a sales report for the Nintendo Switch 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Key figures in the Trump administration are warning protesters across the country. We’ll tell you how President Donald Trump is trying to fight his hush money conviction. There’s a spotlight on lawmakers who made stock market transactions in the days surrounding Trump’s tariff pause in April. We explain why there were riots in a town in Northern Ireland last night.  Plus, a tribute to the genius behind The Beach Boys. Learn more ab...
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Attorney General Pam Bondi didn’t rule out expanding its legal authority to deploy troops in Los Angeles. We’ll tell you what President Donald Trump told the Israeli prime minster on the phone earlier this week. The latest inflation read is better than expected. A new report lays out the "existential threat" federal health research cuts pose. Plus, a fruit and a vegetable have been added to this year’s produce pesticide residue lis...
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Immigration raids are being reported at farms and factories in California and Nebraska. We'll tell you what the latest data says about inflation in May. Elon Musk is walking back some of his comments about President Donald Trump. Scientists have been mapping out what could happen if a vital system of ocean currents collapses. Plus, the US Army is changing the names of seven military bases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...
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Police say they’ve arrested dozens of protestors as a curfew started in parts of LA overnight. The US and China have agreed to a framework to end their trade war. President Donald Trump has given a timeline for shutting down FEMA. The stage is set for New Jersey’s gubernatorial race. Plus, Southern Baptists have overwhelmingly endorsed a ban on gay marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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We start with a legal move from California to try to block President Trump’s military mobilization in Los Angeles. We’ll tell you what’s in a new package of EU sanctions against Russia. Western allies also announced sanctions on two hardline Israeli ministers. A top RFK Jr. aide hasn't disclosed financial details of his wellness company despite attacking the US health system. Plus, Mark Zuckerburg is making a big AI push. Learn mor...
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Pentagon officials have been grilled on the cost of deploying the military during the LA protests. We’ll tell you why a global economics report predicts slow growth this year. We explain Trump's plan to give newborns an investment account. Greta Thunberg has spoken after she was deported from Israel. Plus, the key reasons behind what the UN is calling a global “fertility crisis”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
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President Donald Trump is defending his decision to send more troops to Los Angeles following anti-ICE protests. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces questions from lawmakers in a series of hearings this week. An expert describes the consequences for the auto industry if US-China trade talks fall apart. We’ll bring you the latest from Sean Combs’ trial. Plus, a K-pop supergroup is a step closer to reuniting. Learn more about your a...
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