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From Apple News In Conversation: The summer travel season is upon us — and this year is more complicated and more expensive than most. The war in Iran has driven up jet-fuel prices globally, and Spirit Airlines, one of the biggest budget carriers in the country, has just shut down. On top of that, a possible super El Niño could cause widespread disruptions. Zach Wichter, a consumer travel reporter at USA Today, joins Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders to explain what it all means for travelers this summer — and his tips for how to fly smarter.

The U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a framework for a deal. Axios reports that the agreement would extend the ceasefire and kick off negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program.

Big questions remain about who is leading negotiations from the Iran side. Jon Gambrell of the Associated Press joins to discuss an influential voice on the rise in Tehran.

Summer-travel season has begun, but this year’s is going to be pricier than most. On this week’s Apple News In Conversation, USA Today’s Zach Wichter explains how to navigate air travel in an era of high prices.

Plus, the Supreme Court threw out the conviction of a man facing execution, an intense heat wave in Europe is affecting the French Open, and how a football coach is redefining remote work.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The Trump administration quietly changed rules for certain green-card applicants. Rebecca Santana of the Associated Press explains how the move could force hundreds of thousands of people to go back to their home countries.

Russia warned Ukraine that it will strike Kyiv with “systematic strikes” after heavy bombardments at the weekend. But Moscow is struggling on the battlefield. Guy Faulconbridge of Reuters joins to discuss whether that means Putin will change up his tactics.

American skepticism over AI is on the rise. The Wall Street Journal’s Amrith Ramkumar lays out why.

Plus, the Justice Department is reportedly investigating the former magazine columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, an administration official said it’s planning to send Americans exposed to Ebola to a quarantine facility in Kenya, and why the U.S. World Cup team’s head coach is catching heat over his emails.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Texas AG Ken Paxton won the GOP Senate primary against Sen. John Cornyn after an 11th-hour endorsement by Trump. Gabby Birenbaum of the Texas Tribune breaks down the two very different campaigns.

Political insecurity and public distrust are making it hard for officials in Congo and other countries to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak. The Washington Post’s Lauren Weber explains.

Long wait lists at some colleges and universities are leaving thousands of students wondering whether they’ll ever be admitted. The Wall Street Journal’s Roshan Fernandez discusses why it can be harder to get off the wait list than getting into school.

Plus, Alabama’s new congressional map was rejected by a federal court, Iran’s internet blackout appears to be partially over, and U.S. Soccer announced its World Cup squad.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. and Iran appeared close to a deal over the holiday weekend. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward explains why plenty of questions and skepticism remain.

Texas Republicans vote today in a Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Steven Sloan of the Associated Press joins to discuss why some inside the party are worried about a Cornyn loss.

Very little is known about Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. Brian Schwartz of the Wall Street Journal breaks down why friends and foes of the president are lining up to file claims.

Plus, authorities in Southern California said the threat of a major chemical explosion is eliminated for now, Pope Leo took on AI in his first encyclical, and why, despite viral claims, booking your flight at the library might not save you money.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

This episode originally aired on July 5, 2025. 

From Apple News In Conversation: Americans have a long history of obsession with the ultrarich, from Carnegie and Rockefeller to Bezos and Musk. And today, the gap between the rich and the poor is bigger than ever as the billionaire class has ascended to new heights. In his book, The Haves and Have-Yachts, New Yorker staff writer Evan Osnos explores the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy and their outsize influence on politics. He sat down with Apple News In Conversation host Shumita Basu to talk about this unique moment — when billionaires are both resented and envied by the public — and what it means for the rest of us.

A number of Republicans have come out against Trump’s DOJ “anti-weaponization” fund. Mary Clare Jalonick of the Associated Press explains the backlash.

A 3-year-old boy was killed after ICE detained his mother. The Washington Post’s  Maria Sacchetti explores the absence of standards to protect the children of detainees.

Millions of Americans are driving out of town for the Memorial Day weekend. USA Today’s Keith Laing joins to discuss how the high gas prices are changing some travelers’ plans.

Plus, a flight from Paris to the U.S. was diverted to Canada over Ebola concerns, a newly released report dissects how Democrats lost the 2024 election, and the Cannes Film Festival debuted a fully AI film.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

The U.S. indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro 30 years after two civilian planes were shot down near the island nation. Luc Cohen of Reuters breaks down what the charges signal about U.S.-Cuban relations.

China’s President Xi hosted Putin a week after Trump’s visit to Beijing. The Wall Street Journal’s Lingling Wei explains why Xi hosted the U.S. and Russian leaders so close together.

‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ ends this week. CNN’s Brian Stelter joins to discuss the show’s legacy.

Plus, police who protected the Capitol on January 6 sue to block Trump’s political-compensation fund, Elon Musk’s SpaceX files for an IPO, and former congressman and liberal stalwart Barney Frank has died.

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

House Republican Thomas Massie is paying the price for defying the White House after he lost his Kentucky primary to a Trump-backed candidate. The Wall Street Journal has analysis for last night’s result. 

As part of a lawsuit settlement, the IRS is “forever barred” from investigating past tax claims against Trump. Eric Tucker of The Associated Press joins to discuss how the settlement is tied to a compensation fund for people who believe they’ve been wronged by the Justice Department.  

Fractures forming between justices on the Supreme Court could affect consequential cases pending before the court. Bloomberg’s Greg Stohr explains why some justices are speaking out publicly in ways they may not have in the past. 

Plus, new details have emerged about the shooting at a San Diego mosque, the Senate issues a rare rebuke of the Iran conflict, and Arsenal’s drought atop the Premier League is over. 

Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.