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5 Good Things: How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School

August 16, 2025 • 13 mins
The “Parody Principal” remixes morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest. For more feelgood news, sign up...
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Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more

August 15, 2025 • 6 mins
We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
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What Putin wants, Texas House reconvenes, ‘woke’ teacher test & more

August 15, 2025 • 6 mins
A Russia expert weighs in on how Russian President Vladimir Putin may be approaching his meeting with President Donald Trump. Attempts are being made in DC to end Trump’s police takeover. We'll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Texas Republicans have called a new special session. Plus, some teachers in this state will now have to pass a controversial new test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
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DC sues Trump admin, Hurricane Erin, at-home flu vaccine & more

August 15, 2025 • 6 mins
President Donald Trump laid out why he was having today’s summit with his Russian counterpart. Washington, DC is suing the federal government over its takeover of the city's police. The Atlantic Ocean officially has its first hurricane of the season. We break down the latest economic data on mortgage rates and more. Plus, you can now give yourself a flu vaccine at home without needing a needle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
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DC confusion, DEI guidance blocked, ICE raid death & more

August 15, 2025 • 6 mins
Ukrainian civilians are continuing to die in Russian attacks ahead of today’s summit between the US and Russian presidents. There’s confusion in DC as federal agents prepare clearing out homeless encampments. Texas Democratic lawmakers say they’ll return to the state to end the redistricting standoff - but there’s a catch. A district judge has blocked the Trump administrations DEI guidance in schools. And, a man has died while runn...
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Trump-Putin meet today, DC’s ‘emergency police commissioner,’ Roblox sued & more

August 15, 2025 • 6 mins
We’ll tell you what to expect ahead of today’s meeting between President Donald Trump and Russia’s president. Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing backlash after appointing an “emergency police commissioner” in DC. Wildfires in Colorado have prompted the state’s governor to declare a disaster emergency. Flash flooding in India-Administered Kashmir has killed dozens of people and hundreds are missing. And, why a popular online game ...
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Mississippi social media law, TX Dems return, new blood pressure guidelines & more

August 14, 2025 • 6 mins
SCOTUS has allowed Mississippi to enforce a law that impacts how minors use social media. We tell you why there are a mix of high hopes and skepticism around President Donald Trump’s summit tomorrow. Texas Democrats signal they’re ready to work with state Republicans again. President Trump’s crackdown on DC’s homeless population has begun. Plus, get ready for a bit more aggressive approach to high blood pressure. Learn more about y...
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Potential peace plans, Melania’s legal action, FL's ‘Deportation Depot’ & more

August 14, 2025 • 6 mins
We start with what a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could look like. Melania Trump is pursuing legal action against Hunter Biden. Florida is getting a second immigration deportation center. We tell you why some Los Angeles students and teachers are worried about Trump's immigration crackdowns. And, Alex Jones’ right wing conspiracy platform is going on sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
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Wholesale inflation up, West Bank settlement plan, ‘Baby Shark’ court battle & more

August 14, 2025 • 6 mins
First, we break down what rising wholesale inflation means for the US economy. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a joint media conference after tomorrow’s summit in Alaska. Israel is set to approve a controversial settlement plan in the occupied West Bank. More rural emergency rooms in the US may be run without doctors. Plus, a court case over a kids’ song has gone all the way to South Korea’s to...
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FBI in DC, Gaza aid outrage, South Park record & more

August 14, 2025 • 6 mins
FBI agents are being taken off their usual roles to help patrol the streets of Washington, DC. Humanitarian groups are uniting to demand Israel stop its “weaponization of aid.” We have an update on the man facing trial after allegedly faking his own death and fleeing to the UK. Prosecutors have cleared a Florida deputy, following a viral video of him arresting a black student. Plus, a member of Trump’s cabinet has helped South Park...
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DC takeover extension, Trump’s Putin warning, Vance fishing penalty & more

August 14, 2025 • 6 mins
President Donald Trump wants to extend the federalization of DC’s police force, as federal law enforcement’s presence enters day four. Trump has a warning for Russia’s president if tomorrow’s meeting between the two doesn’t go well. Israel’s government says they’re in talks with countries about receiving displaced Palestinians from Gaza. A state judge has ruled on whether absent Texas Democrats can be arrested and brought back to t...
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DC takeover expands, Air Canada strike looms, tropical birds in danger & more

August 13, 2025 • 6 mins
President Donald Trump’s takeover of the city’s law enforcement continues to take shape. Trump gives a warning to Russia before his one-on-one meeting with Putin on Friday. Air Canada plans to shut down its operations until a deal is reached with its flight attendants. An Olympic sprinter apologizes to her boyfriend on social media after a domestic violence arrest. Plus, some of the most colorful birds are threatened under climate ...
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Ukraine meets with world leaders, Zelle gets sued, UK’s Labubu warning & more

August 13, 2025 • 6 mins
President Trump and European Leaders met with Ukraine ahead of a Trump – Putin meeting in Alaska. A federal judge could shut down construction at “Alligator Alcatraz.” Zelle is getting sued for enabling widespread fraud. President Trump announces Kennedy Center honorees. Meanwhile, the UK official announce a warning against fake Labubus.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Virtual war summit, new grocery delivery service, WH cage fight & more

August 13, 2025 • 6 mins
 We’ll tell you what happened at President Donald Trump’s virtually met with Ukraine’s president and European leaders. Israel is reportedly proposing moving Palestinians in Gaza to another war-torn country. Amazon is entering the fresh food market. We’ll tell you why already paid for and working NASA satellites are facing destruction. Plus, plans are underway for cage fighting at the White House. Learn more about your ad choic...
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DC mayor's approach, Smithsonian review, 'maternal' AI & more

August 13, 2025 • 6 mins
Washington DC’s mayor has had conflicting responses to the federal deployment of National Guard troops. The US State Department has responded to the killing of Palestinian journalists. The White House wants a review of Smithsonian museums. Parts of Texas and Tennessee are facing flood risks. Plus, we’ll tell you how the “godfather of AI” wants to save humanity from the technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
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Troops on DC streets, CDC shooting contradiction, Alaska flooding threat & more

August 13, 2025 • 6 mins
City leaders have pushed back on President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown. European leaders will hold a high-stakes call with President Donald Trump on Ukraine. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has contradicted law enforcement over the shooting at the CDC's offices. We explain why Alaska is at risk of record-breaking flooding. Plus, a man accused of faking his own death is facing trial in Utah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...
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UPDATED: Trump-Putin summit, DC’s 30-day test, Covid-19 vaccine hurdles & more

August 12, 2025 • 6 mins
  We begin with new details on President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with his Russian counterpart. The White House gave an update on the National Guard’s deployment in Washington, DC. Parents who want to vaccinate their healthy, young children against Covid-19 may face additional hurdles. The UN chief is putting Israel’s military on notice. Plus, the latest on a redistricting standoff between Texas Democrats and Republicans.  ...
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DC takeover meeting, BLS nominee on jobs report, Musk vs Apple & more

August 12, 2025 • 6 mins
We start with a meeting between Trump administration and DC officials about the federal takeover of policing. We have new information on a deadly shooting at CDC headquarters. New comments from Trump’s pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggest changes he could potentially make. An ousted presidential couple is in legal hot water. Plus, why Elon Musk is threatening to sue Apple.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...
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Ukrainians panic, ‘dark money’ donations, Kodak could shutter & more

August 12, 2025 • 6 mins
The Defense Secretary explains how he see federal officers operating in the nation’s capital. CNN reports from the Ukrainian region where the US is entertaining Russia’s land swap proposal. The DNC is exploring restricting “dark money” donations. Cases of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City are rising. Plus, a century-old camera company is fighting to survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Trump’s crime warning, inflation numbers, RFK Jr. resignation call & more

August 12, 2025 • 6 mins
President Donald Trump has a warning for other cities, after declaring a crime emergency in Washington DC. We break down the latest Consumer Price Index report. Ukraine’s position is facing uncertainty, ahead of Friday’s meeting between Trump and Russia’s President. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing calls to step down. Plus, how the world’s biggest investment fund is reacting to Israel’s war in Gaza. Learn more about yo...
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