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The U.S. and Iran are working on a memorandum of understanding to begin negotiations on ending the war. The Wall Street Journal’s Benoit Faucon breaks down the details.

Victory Day, Russia’s celebration of the defeat of Nazi Germany, takes place on Saturday. Samya Kullab of the Associated Press joins to discuss why Russia is worried about how Ukraine might disrupt its most important secular holiday.

Travel forecasts for 2026 indicated that demand would be high for air travel. The The Wall Street Journal’s Alison Sider explains how a jet-fuel crisis is now becoming a challenge for airlines.

Plus, a federal judge released a purported suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the Vatican, and how nostalgia is driving a millennial obsession with a lunchtime staple.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

President Trump said his recently announced plan to help ships cross the Strait of Hormuz is now on pause. The Hill reports that the move came hours after U.S. officials said combat operations in Iran have concluded.

Three people died on a cruise ship after an outbreak of deadly hantavirus. Tim Cocks of Reuters joins to discuss what went on aboard the ship.

A vast array of American schools use YouTube for educational purposes. The Wall Street Journal’s Shalini Ramachandran explains how the Google-owned platform integrated so deeply into the education system.

Plus, Republicans proposed $1 billion for White House security improvements, at least five Trump-backed candidates ousted fellow Republicans in an Indiana primary, and why hotel rooms for the World Cup aren’t filling up as fast as expected.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Tensions flared in the Gulf as Trump’s efforts to guide stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz began. The Guardian’s Julian Borger breaks down how the operation has raised the stakes in the region.

Indiana Republicans who defied Trump on redistricting face primary challenges today. NPR’s Tamara Keith joins to discuss why voters are fed up with the negativity surrounding the campaigns.

New clinical trials showed promising results in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The Washington Post’s Carolyn Johnson explains why two new treatments are giving patients hope.

Plus, the Secret Service shot a man near the White House, a freeze on visa applications for foreign doctors has been lifted, and this year’s Pulitzer Prizes were announced.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down over the weekend after a failed bailout attempt by the U.S. government. CNBC’s Leslie Josephs breaks down the factors that led to the budget airline’s closure.

Trump says the U.S. will guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz as the competing blockades continue. Meanwhile, the president is withdrawing troops from Germany as he criticizes Europe’s response to the war. The Washington Post’s Noah Robertson explains.

Several Republican states could move to change their congressional voting maps after the Supreme Court’s recent Voting Rights Act decision. NPR’s Hansi Lo Wang joins to discuss how it might change the makeup of Congress.

Plus, drugmakers have asked the Supreme Court to preserve mail access to a common abortion drug, a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship caused three deaths, and The Devil Wears Prada 2 starts the summer movie season with a strong box-office showing.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

From Apple News In Conversation: The headlines say that American men are in crisis. But what does that actually mean — and what does it look like up close? Journalist Jordan Ritter Conn spent five years inside the lives of four different men to find out. His new book, American Men, explores the gap between masculine ideals and the reality of men’s lived experience. Apple News In Conversation guest host Sam Sanders sat down with Ritter Conn to talk about what those four lives reveal about masculinity, inadequacy, and what the national conversation about men keeps getting wrong.

Today is the 60-day deadline for Trump to seek congressional approval for the war in Iran. Semafor’s Burgess Everett breaks down how Trump might skirt that deadline and whether lawmakers will intervene. 

The House passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security Thursday, ending the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history. Bloomberg’s Erik Wasson joins to discuss the winners and the losers.

Maine Governor Jane Mills ended her Senate campaign saying she lacked the campaign funds to continue. Patrick Whittle of The Associated Press explains what her departure means for the critical Senate race. 

Plus, Trump abandoned his nominee for Surgeon General, the operators of Camp Mystic won’t seek a license renewal, and why Banksy’s latest work is causing a stir in London.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The Supreme Court dealt a significant blow to the Voting Rights Act. The Wall Street Journal’s James Romoser breaks down how the decision could affect redistricting efforts and upcoming elections.

Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in court after being indicted for a second time. Eric Tucker of the Associated Press unpacks the charges against him.

Jerome Powell will stay on at the Federal Reserve board after his term as chair expires next month. NPR reports that Powell says his decision was motivated by recent attacks on the institution’s independence.

Plus, a top Pentagon official puts a price tag on the Iran war, the breakaway LIV Golf league is losing funding from Saudi Arabia, and the $50 movie ticket has arrived.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

A blockbuster trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is underway. David Ingram of NBC News breaks down the first day in court.

The Federal Reserve will convene today and share its third rate decision for the year. It will also likely mark Jerome Powell’s final meeting in charge. Chris Rugaber of the Associated Press joins to discuss from the central bank.

The United Arab Emirates says it is leaving the oil cartel OPEC just as gas prices in the U.S. spike as a result of the blockades at the Strait of Hormuz. The Wall Street Journal’s Benoit Faucon explains how the U.S. blockade has forced a massive production backup in Iran.

Plus, King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress, James Comey is under indictment again, and how Pablo Escobar’s notorious hippos might soon be rescued.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The armed man who charged past a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was charged with attempting to assassinate Trump. Will Weissert of the Associated Press joins to discuss potential changes to security protocols surrounding the president as he prepares for upcoming large events.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new congressional voting map that heavily favors Republicans. Politico’s Gary Fineout explains why it could be the GOP’s last chance to gain an edge before the midterms.

The camp where 27 girls died during the Texas floods could soon reopen. The Wall Street Journal’s Joshua Chaffin breaks down the ongoing fight over whether its operators should be allowed to welcome more children.

Plus, Iran offered a new deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as its foreign minister met with Putin, a new lifetime smoking ban will soon become law in the U.K., and how a seizure caused by laughter may have saved one man’s life.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

Authorities arrested an armed man as he attempted to storm the White House Correspondents’ dinner while President Trump was onstage. Aamer Madhani of the Associated Press details how events unfolded inside the ballroom.

How the would-be attacker got so close to Trump has raised serious questions about security at the venue. Politico reports on authorities’ efforts to understand the protocols that allowed the suspect to approach so closely and how he brought firearms inside.

News of the incident surrounding Trump hasn’t deterred the U.K.’s King Charles from a planned visit to the U.S. this week. David Charter of the Times of London joins to discuss how the visit could affect relations between the two countries.

Plus, where peace talks with Iran stand after a U.S. delegation canceled a negotiating trip to Pakistan, Trump’s nominee for Fed chief appears to be headed for confirmation, and a record-setting day at the London Marathon.

Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.