Here's the Scoop

By NBC News

Here’s the Scoop from NBC News is the daily news fix you need — quick, clear, and conversational. Hosted by award-winning journalist Yasmin Vossoughian, NBC’s team of trusted correspondents and report... more

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Number 1: U.S.-Venezuela Oil Deal; In Nepal, the Search for Survivors Grows Frantic
As oil and gas prices continue to be driven by the war with Iran, President Donald Trump has announced an oil deal with Venezuela, which would give the U.S. roughly 65 billion barrels of the country’s oil reserves. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez touted the deal as an economic growth opportunity for Venezuela. But NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake explains why it won’t bring U.S. prices down anytime soon. Then, in Nepal, more than 900 people have been confirmed dead and thousands are still missing from last week’s catastrophic flash floods, including dozens of Americans, according to the U.S. State Department. NBC News correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer shares stories of survivors and the ongoing rescue efforts of people searching frantically for loved ones. Finally, former Rep. George Santos has been ousted again — this time from Kalshi. Wall Street Journal reporter Brian Schwartz explains why the prediction market platform is accusing Santos of insider trading on the State of the Union. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 31, 202623min
Number 2: Taking Stock After Six Months of War with Iran; How Sports Betting Is Influencing the Midterms
It’s been six months since the U.S. and Israel launched the Iran war, killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and thousands of people, bringing traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to a halt and depleting American weapons stockpiles. NBC News contributor Hooman Majd looks at why the U.S. strategy hasn’t worked – and why Iranians aren’t rising up against their country’s new leadership. Plus, the sports betting industry has become the third-largest corporate donor in this year’s midterm elections, behind tech and crypto, according to Reuters. In Georgia, where sports betting is illegal, a super PAC funded by the industry has spent millions in state legislative races. Greg Bluestein, chief political reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, explains what they hope to achieve by playing an outsize role in Georgia politics. Then, the U.S. Open begins this weekend in New York City with a lot of uncertainty around the top contenders. Can Carlos Alcaraz defend his title as he returns from injury? Will Aryna Sabalenka lose her World No. 1 ranking? Will the stands erupt when Venus and Serena Williams take the court? Matthew Futterman, senior tennis writer for The Athletic, previews the potential chaos at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 28, 202629min
Number 3: Canada Retaliates in Trade War, the Battle Over Mail-In Ballots and Dolly Parton’s Legacy
Canada hit the U.S. with retaliatory tariffs on $20-billion worth of U.S. goods, ranging in rates from 15% to 50%. The announcement came after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ended negotiations over “unfair” and “uneconomic” terms that he says the U.S. tried to impose and the Trump administration’s 50% tariffs on Canada that went into effect Saturday. As Canada looks for new global trading partners, Ann Fitz-Gerald, the director of the Balsillie School of International Affairs, explains how industry could be affected on both sides of the border. Then, the Supreme Court has issued a decision that could pave the way for President Trump’s executive order putting restrictions on mail-in ballots to move forward, while a lower court decides on its legality. But could pushing the can down the road affect whether and how Americans cast their ballots in the upcoming midterm elections? NBC senior Supreme Court reporter Lawrence Hurley explains why the ruling is just the first step, and how states are reacting to the decision. Lastly, we say goodbye to country music legend and “most likeable American” Dolly Parton, who died today at the age of 80. NBC entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas talks about Dolly’s legacy as a musician, a businesswoman and a philanthropist. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 25, 202623min
Number 4: Economic “D-Day” for Iran; Why Vigilantes are Vandalizing Flock Cameras
The Trump administration has unveiled a new wave of secondary sanctions to further isolate Iran from the global economy. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the government will target companies that still do business with Iran, but stopped short of naming names. Aaron David Miller, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, explains why Iran is dismissing the economic threats and what impact targeting its partners could have on Iran. Then, NBC News cybersecurity and surveillance reporter Kevin Collier breaks down why protests and vigilante vandals have pushed the surveillance company Flock Safety to make policy changes – and explains why civil rights groups say they aren’t going far enough. Plus, Yas takes a ride to NYC’s downtown to visit a subway newsstand revamped by comedian Al Mullen as part of a program to find creative uses for vacant spaces in the subway system. How he’s bearing the heat – and how he and his fellow comedians are using the project to inject inspiration into the daily commute. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 24, 202626min
Number 5: U.S.-Canada Tariff Talks Jolt the Auto Industry; Drive to Decision Day at the Iowa State Fair
The U.S. and Canada are facing a midnight deadline before President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs are set to go into effect, affecting $20 billion worth of imports from Canada. A major sticking point in negotiations is the auto industry, which has already been struggling with the higher costs of tariffs. Nora Eckert, Reuters autos correspondent, explains what’s at stake for the sector and how the tariffs could affect prices for consumers. Then, NBC News Senior Political Reporter Jon Allen concludes his trek through some of the country’s biggest battleground districts with a stop at the Iowa State Fair. He explains why the fair has become such an important political stop and who he saw flipping burgers during his visit. Plus, the second World Humanoid Robot Games are taking place this weekend in Beijing. NBC News Correspondent Janis Mackey Frayer breaks down why China is so far ahead of the U.S. in robotics and why viral videos of robots malfunctioning only tell part of the story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 21, 202625min