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  • Federal rehire order, Putin’s ceasefire ‘reservations,’ potential presidential bid & more

    Some fired federal employees are getting their jobs back. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed “reservations” about a temporary ceasefire proposal in Ukraine. Senate Democrats are at odds over a last-ditch protest to oppose a Republican-led funding bill. A former Barclays and JPMorgan executive testified about his links to Jeffrey Epstein. And, a former Biden official may be running for president.

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    7 min
  • Alcohol tariffs, NATO’s head meets Trump, Utah’s app law & more

    President Donald Trump is threatening new tariffs on European alcohol. Trump is meeting NATO’s chief today, as a Kremlin official casts doubt on temporary ceasefire plans with Ukraine. Dr. Dave Weldon’s controversial nomination to become the new CDC director has been withdrawn. A new bill passed in Utah will change how minors can make downloads from app stores. Plus, we’ll tell you why two astronauts who have been in space for months will have to stay longer.

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    7 min
  • Voters’ economy worries, Russia’s ceasefire pushback, pollution rules axed & more

    A new CNN poll shows people are concerned about President Donald Trump’s plans for the economy. Laid-off federal workers are struggling to secure unemployment benefits. A Kremlin aide says Russia doesn’t want a temporary ceasefire with Ukraine. Dozens of pollution rules are getting the axe under the Trump Administration. Plus, we’ll tell you how one man escaped after allegedly being held captive by his stepmother for more than 20 years.

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    7 min
  • Canada’s tariffs, government funding deadline looms, Putin’s Kursk visit & more

    Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on some US goods come into effect today. Senate Democrats are facing a tough choice ahead of tomorrow’s deadline to fund the government. We’ll tell you what Russian President Vladimir Putin said during his surprise visit to the Kursk region. A powerful storm that battered the West Coast is now heading east. Plus, a former Texas megachurch pastor has been indicted on child sexual abuse charges.

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    7 min
  • Tariff fallout, Palestinian activist detained, NASA astronauts’ return & more

    Economists weigh in on the chances of a US recession amid President Donald Trump’s tariff threats. We have the latest on a Palestinian activist’s deportation case. The Israeli military believes soldiers forced civilians to take part in Gaza military operations. We break down the risks measles poses to pregnant women and newborns. Plus, two astronauts stuck in space are one step closer to coming home.

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    7 min
  • Tit-for-tat tariffs, Gaza ceasefire talks, student hazing death & more

    Canada and Europe are taking aim at President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on steel and aluminum. A key mediator is trying to advance ceasefire negotiations involving Israel and Hamas. More federal agency jobs are on the chopping block. Three students have been arrested in connection with a fraternity hazing death. And, a storm in the western US is ramping up this week.

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    7 min
  • Inflation cools, Ukraine ceasefire latest, train hijacking & more

    We’ll give you the latest inflation numbers. Russia is keeping tight lipped on the US’ proposed peace plan in Ukraine. A Palestinian activist is fighting to stay in the US after he was arrested for his role in student protests. A train in Pakistan has been hijacked with hundreds of passengers on board. Plus, we’ll tell you about NASA’s new mission to find the key ingredients to life.

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    7 min
  • Europe’s tariff retaliation, Syrian families killed, menopause fatigue & more

    The European Union has immediately responded to US tariffs. A CNN poll shows Americans aren’t impressed with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy. The UN says entire families have been killed in clashes in Syria. We’ll bring you the latest on the disappearance of a US college student in the Dominican Republic. Plus, researchers think they know what causes menopause tiredness.

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    7 min
  • Trump’s latest tariffs, Russia’s next move, titanium heart survivor & more

    President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports are now in effect. The US is waiting to see how Russia responds after Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire plan. The House narrowly passed a bill to keep the government funded until September, but it’s not clear if Senate Democrats will get behind it. Election results are in for Greenland after Trump put it in the spotlight. Plus, a man has survived 100 days with a heart made of metal.

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    7 min
  • Mass DoE layoffs, Ukraine accepts ceasefire, DC plane collision update & more

    The US Department of Education is expected to slash 50% of its workforce. Ukraine has accepted a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire. The NTSB has issued safety recommendations in the wake of the Washington plane collision. The West Texas Measles outbreak has now spread to three states. Plus, a TikToker has been sentenced to jail for telling Jesus to cut his hair. 

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    7 min

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